Noticeboard

7pm Thursday 19th June

To all parents and caregivers who missed out on attending our AGM last month, if you are still interested in joining our Unit Support Committee, please feel free to come along to our regular meeting this Thursday 19th.

Anyone interested is welcome to attend with no obligation to formally join. Our meetings are held at 7pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month in the meeting room next to the lounge at the Wigram Cadet building.

Looking forward to seeing you,

Jenny Wech

USC Chairperson

We have managed to reschedule the microlight and gliding flying days that were cancelled due to weather. Applications are currently open on Cadetnet, but only apply if you were confirmed to go on the previously cancelled ones. The dates are 15th June for the microlight flying and the 29th of June for the gliding.

When paying for items on the unit shop, please use your cadets name in the “Cadet’s first name” and “Cadet’s last name” boxes. if a parent/caregiver is paying rather than the cadet, please put this in the “Bill payer” box.

The weather is looking cold and wet for this weekend!

Fortunately, if needed we have ample indoor facilities at West Melton Army Range to run a fun and challenging competition. All personnel will be housed in bunkrooms.

Please ensure that you pack plenty of warm clothing, and water proof layers. If you think you might need to borrow some of these items from the unit stores, approach them this Thursday.

17 Squadron’s annual unit Dining In is happening on the 26th of June at Addington Raceway. Please apply on Cadetnet no later than the 16th of June and ensure that any dietary requirements and/or allergies are up to date. This can be done through the ‘next of kin approval’ on Cadetnet.

Dining In is a formal dinner event following military traditions where we will have dinner, dessert, speeches, promotions and recognition of achievements.

The cost of this event is subsidised by the unit, leaving a cost to the Cadet of $10. Please pay via the shop no later than the 16th of June.

Do not turn up to Wigram that Thursday as no one will be there to let you in, if you are not able to attend please stay home!

We have the opportunity for extra cadets to attend Southern Area Skills from the 10th – 12th of July. Those not already selected for the 17 Squadron team will be reserves and help to fill out numbers for other unit teams, as well as act as cadet staff for activities.

If you would like to attend this amazing activity, please apply on CadetNet before Thursday night. Ensure you apply for “SA Area Aviation Skills Competition” under the ATP tab.

Applying does not guarantee the opportunity to attend, however we will be sending as many cadets as there is capacity for.

For any queries, please contact OFFCDT Howie – daniel.howie@cadetforces.org.nz

CALLING ALL CADETS – APPLY NOW FOR EXERCISE ARDUA!

Are you ready to challenge yourself, compete as a team & learn new skills?

Exercise Ardua is coming up – a high-intensity, adventure-packed activity designed to test your leadership, teamwork, and endurance. Activities include shooting, first aid, GSK, sports. More information can be found on the warning order via the website

Date: 6-8 June

Location: West Melton Army Range

Applications Close: 29 May

Spots are limited – don’t miss out!

Apply now via CadetNet & pay via the shop

Our first weekends of Aviation Skills training are coming up on the 18th, 25th and 31st of May at the block (Cadet Training Center Wigram).

Attendance at these trainings is compulsory for anyone who wants to be considered for the team that we will be sending to the Southern Area Aviation Skills competition happening from the 10th to the 13th of July. At these trainings, we will be practicing what has been included in previous competitions such as fitness/RFL, teamwork, GSK, CFK and first aid.

We encourage anyone interested to come along and participate, even if you aren’t sure if you want to be on the team. These trainings are an extension of the training which is already (and will continue to be) held at the block from 1700-1800 before a parade night.

If you are unable to attend one or more of these trainings, but still wish to be considered for the team please come see the training office on Thursday.

From this week, the time before our parade night (5pm – 6pm) that is usually PT team, will be used for Air Skills Training.
Air Skills is the Regional and National ATC competition and there are limited places on each team. These trainings help us to choose our team members. Trainings can involve first aid, teamwork activities, runs, fitness tests, sports games, general service knowledge, and more.
Come to the block at 5pm in PT gear with a drink bottle, towel, and your ironed uniform.
Everyone is welcome to attend, and it is highly recommended that you attend if you wish to be considered for skills team selection.
If you have any questions, see F/S Francis or speak to the training office.