A Word From Your Patron

 

Inaugural Patron of the ADF Cadets, General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK AC(Mil) CVO MC, has introduced himself to the more than 28,000 cadets and their families in a new video message. The Navy, Army and Air Force Cadets are Defence’s leading youth development programs, supporting 13- to 18-year-olds through activities that help them thrive in a team environment, improve communication skills and become responsible members of the local community. The former Chief of the Defence Force and Governor-General of Australia will visit units across the country to support the cadets and raise awareness of the experiences that the programs provide. “I’m honoured to once again put on a uniform to support our young people through activities that help them thrive and become responsible members of their local community,” Sir Peter said.
 

The Australian Air Force Cadets acknowledges this country and its traditional custodians.

We acknowledge and respect the spiritual relationship between the traditional custodians and this country which is inspired by language of songs, dance law and dream time stories over many thousands of years and we pay our respect to the elders who have passed into the dreaming, those here today, and those of tomorrow. May we continue to peacefully walk together in gratitude, respect and kindness in caring for this country and each other.