AUSTRALIAN ARMY CADET CORPS

205 REGIONAL CADET UNIT

WHAT IS CADETS

Cadets is a youth organisation based on the traditions and customs of the Australian Army.
It is an organisation that provides adventure training to youth of Australia, while at the same time fostering discipline and loyalty.
It is an organisation which fosters an interest in a career in the Armed Services of Australia.
It is run by Volunteers, who are scrutinised and selected by the Australian Army.
The training is conducted by the youth members under the supervision of the adult Officers Officers of Cadets. As Cadets progress through the ranks, more and more responsibility is given to them.

WHAT DO WE DO???

Each week we meet as a platoon at the various venues.
Weekly training consists of a combination of theoretical and practical lessons to learn the following skills:
Navigation
First Aid
Survival
Bush Craft
Water Craft
Firearms Safety and Marksmanship
Field Engineering
Leadership
Radio Telephone Communications
And of Course Drill ...
To complement weekly home training, the Cadets also attend several weekend bivouacs. There are at least four weekend bivies each year, and are held at Unit Strength. These Bivouacs consist of:
Recruit Bivouac / Navigation Camp
Hiking Weekend
Adventure Training Weekends
Camping Weekend
In September Each Year, The Eastern Region host an Annual Camp. This camp is of 7 days duration and is an opportunity to polish skills learned in unit training. There are over 2500 cadets present at the camp, from all over Eastern Region (NSW).

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST ???

Cadet Uniforms are provided to Cadets by the Australian Army. This Uniform, and all other issued equipment is free, but must be returned to the Unit upon discharge.
Basic equipment is also provided by the Army. At Annual Camp, we are able to borrow some additional equipment from our foster army unit.
A small voluntary donation of $20.00 per year, is requested from 1999. This donation will enable us to purchase Unit Stores such as Stationery, Badges, and Field Equipment not issued by the Army. In addition it allows us to subsidise bus-fares to Unit Bivouacs.
Remember this is a voluntary donation. The unit is open to all people regardless of socio-economic status. In addition, a small fee is charged at each bivouac etc, to cover the cost of consumables, and bus fares etc.
If a parent/guardian finds it difficult to meet these bivouac fees, a subsidy program is available. Contact the Commanding Officer for details. All details are strictly confidential

WHEN AND WHERE DO WE MEET ???

There are 4 Platoon linked to 205 Regional Cadet Unit

In Mudgee - Cadets Parade at the Mudgee Emergency Services Headquarters, Saleyards Rd Mudgee. Meeting Time - Friday Evenings 1930-2100.
In Kandos - Cadets Parade at Kandos High School. Meeting Time - Thursday Afternoons 1600-1730
In Coolah - Cadets Parade at Coolah Central School. Meeting Time - Thursday Afternoons 1600-1730
In Mendooran - Cadets Parade at Mendooran Central School - Meeting Time - Monday Afternoons 1600-1730

HOW DO I JOIN ???

There are a number of ways to Join 205 Regional Cadet Unit

The easiest way is to turn up at any Parade. An Officer or Senior Cadet will provide you with an application form.
Alternatively you can contact any of the Platoon Commanders or the Commanding Officer.