To map and geologise the area from the Byrd Glacier south to Mt Albert Markham and from the Ross Ice Shelf as far west as possible. In addition, an Ice Movement station was to be measured at 80° S, 169°E and gravity readings taken in the mountain regions. Lichens were also to be collected.
Northern Field Party: GJ Matterson (Surveyor), D Skinner (Geologist), P Otway (Tripp) (Assistant Surveyor), D Goldshcmidt (Field assistant/surveyor)Southern Field Party: Capt PJ Hunt (Surveyor), WW Herbert (Asst Surveyor), MG Laird (Geologist), NC Cooper (Field Assistant)