Cadets participate in drill practice to prepare them for parades like ANZAC Day and memorial services.
Education subjects not normally taught in school are taught to Cadets.
Cadets learn the fundamentals of flight and participate in aviation experiences to learn practically.
Cadets participate in outdoor adventure activities like hiking, camping, orienteering and more.
Cadets can elect to improve their leadership qualities and progress through the ranks.
Cadets learn the concepts of maritime safety and participate in maritime experiences to learn practically.
Cadets learn the basics of music and can join a marching band.
Cadets learn how to work with others with a spirt of teamwork at the core of everything we do.
The inaugural Commissioner’s Parade brought together units from across the Corps at Memorial Park, The Entrance, near Tuggerah Lakes, where the first Australian Cadet Corps unit was established in 2022. The event included a street march, a wreath-laying ceremony at the Australian Light Horses Monument, an official inspection, award presentations and a ceremonial march past.
We sat down with our newest Commanding Officer, Greg O’Brien, to discuss his lifelong passion for youth development, what inspired him to establish the Australian Cadet Corps in Shepparton
The 2026 Cadets Camp, held from 22–24 May at Castle Mountain in Wisemans Ferry, has officially wrapped up — and what a weekend it was. With an excellent turnout of cadets, officers, and adult supporters, this year’s camp has been celebrated as one of our most successful in recent years.
Adult Volunteers are the reason the Australian Cadet Corps is a success. Join us today and help the youth in Australia accomplish more.
Join the Cadet Corps as a Cadet and experience the world differently from your class mates.
You can join a Unit in person or our online Unit.
