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Defence chief thanks troops in Fiji

Defence Force chief Mark Binskin has thanked Australia's 900 troops working to help the people of Fiji in the wake of deadly tropical cyclone Winston.

The remains of a home that was destroyed by Cyclone Winston
Australia's defence force chief has completed a two-day tour of Fiji in the wake of Cyclone Winston. (AAP)

Australia's defence force chief has completed a two-day tour of Fiji in the wake of deadly Tropical Cyclone Winston, thanking the 900 troops on the ground.

After returning from the visit where he met Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama, Air Chief Marshall Mark Binskin says the troops are doing an "outstanding" job and have delivered at least 480 tonnes of humanitarian supplies and equipment.

"The Fijian people are extremely grateful," he said in a statement.


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