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20. The strength of the Divisions on 31st March, 1949, was as follows: —

As stated in the last annual report, recruiting has for the moment been confined to half-strength to ensure that a number of experienced men are available in each Division when the current four-year period of enrolment expires. 21. The Canterbury and Otago Divisions have taken delivery of their motor-launches, and these have proved a valuable incentive to recruiting besides being utilized for putting into practice the theoretical training learnt at evening parades at headquarters. 22. Approximately 5 officers and 90 men went to sea in ships of the squadron during March for one week's sea training. 23. The Government has approved payment to officers and men for attendance at drills of one day's pay for each six hours' training. In addition,, actual traVeilingexpenses from place of residence to headquarters will be refunded. 24. Inquiries have been received as to the possibility of starting Reserve Divisions at places other than the four main centres. Shortage of experienced instructors at present precludes an increase in the number of Divisions, but the situation will be reviewed when the manning situation eases. Royal New Zealand Naval Reserve 25. The R.N.Z.N.R. comprised 12 officers and 191 ratings on 31st March, 1949. Royal New Zealand Naval Volunteer Supplementary Reserve 26. The R.N.Z.N.Y.S.R. comprises officers who held temporary commissions in the Navy or Reserves during the late war, and who wish to maintain their connection with the naval service. No training is carried out in peacetime, but members state they are prepared to be called up for the naval service under a Royal Proclamation in the event of emergency. On 31st March, 1949, there were 239 officers on the list. Royal New Zealand Naval Emergency Reserve 27. During the year an Emergency Reserve was formed, similar to the Supplementary Reserve, but open to ratings. By 31st March, 1949, 72 men and women had enrolled —a disappointing response in view of the large number of discharged naval ratings who are eligible to join. Navy League Sea Cadets 28. Although not part of the official Reserves, the Sea Cadet movement is officially recognized by the Naval Board and assistance is afforded whenever possible. Assistance during the past year has included training in H.M.N.Z.S. " Black Prince " and at the annual summer camps.

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Officers. Ratings. Establishment. Borne. Establishment. Borne. Auckland Wellington .. .. Canterbury - Otago 33 33 28 28 21 11 14 13 240 240 180 180 88 73 . 83 85 Totals 122 59 840 329