NZ military chief out after inappropriate relationship

Key points

• New Zealand's military chief, Air Marshal Tony Davies, has resigned after admitting to an inappropriate relationship while serving as a unit leader. In a statement on Friday, Davies said he regretted not disclosing the relationship earlier.
• He did not give details of the circumstances or timing. Leadership passes to deputy chief Rear Admiral Mat Williams.
• Defence Minister Paul Goldsmith said the matter was an integrity issue and that Davies's position was no longer tenable. The matter has been referred to an independent inspector-general.