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92nd Anniversary Ceremonial Parade 19 Dec 10

On Sunday 19th December the unit celebrated its 92nd birthday by staging it annual Ceremonial Parade at the historic Georges Heights parade ground in front of approx. 200 guests.

The previous day was a gruelling day of drill practice preparing for the main event the following day. The weather on both days was overcast and cool - warm. We were thankful for the cooler than expected temperatures for the parade.

We were honoured to have LTCOL Chaloner as our Reviewing Officer, an officer with an extensive & distinguished background of service in the Australian Special Forces.

In addition, we were delighted to have the following distinguished guests to present awards: AC 22 Bn CAPT Voghel, President & Secretary Mosman RSL Mr & Mrs Ian & Eileen Henderson, President Kirribili RSL Mr David McDowell, Secretary N.Syd Small Bore Rifle Club Mrs Ursula Bayliss as well as all the members of the Hornsby RSL Pipe Band.

The unit turned on a spectacular display of drill throughout the course of the parade, in particular their Advance in Review Order was near perfect.

We were also very thankful that so many parents, friends and family members also joined to watch the parade and enjoy a unit picnic afterwards.


206 ACU Unit Photo Ceremonial Parade 19 Dec 10

 
Annual Unit Awards - Ceremonial Parade 19 Dec 10

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we present trophy awards to cadets within our unit who have excelled throughout the year. The awards are as follows:

Best NCO Award
Presented for the most outstanding NCO performance(s) throughout the year.

Unit Service Award
Presented for the most outstanding service to the unit throughout the year.

Best Individual Achievement Award
Presented for the most outstanding commitment to training and achievement(s) throughout the year.

Unit Marksman
Presented for the most outstanding performances at unit range practices throughout the year.

This year our highly deserving award recipients were:


SSGT Boseley
Best NCO


CUO Allan
Unit Service


CDT Hearn
Individual Achievement


CUO Allan
Unit Marksman

 
 
Annual Unit Promotions - Ceremonial Parade 19 Dec 10

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we promote those deserving cadets and NCO's who will form key roles in the unit command team for 2011. The promotions presented are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT de Kantzow
  • CDT Gambi, S
  • CDT Hearn &
  • CDT Smith

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Bourgeat
  • LCPL Fang &
  • LCPL Treacy

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Plasto &
  • CPL Tran, I

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT de Kantzow

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

 
1-Platoon (SNR), Gold Falcon Certification 2010

The Gold Falcon certification is the pinnacle of cadet training in 206 ACU (prior to embarking further leadership responsibility as an NCO). The course is run over a 12-month period during the 1-PLT training cycle. The course is not easy and many cadets are not assessed as competent on their first attempt. However, the journey is just as important as the destination and the challenges presented prove very rewarding to cadets and NCO's alike.

Throughout the Gold Falcon training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: first aid treatments (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), navigational ROGAIN, pack-march, swimming safety, senior drill standards, navigational resection (practical), physical fitness training, camo & concealment, recon exercise, attendance & a theory test.

The Gold Falcon award recipients for 2010 are: TBA.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Gold Falcon (1-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Gold Falcon Theory Test.


TBA
Student of Merit


CDT de Kantzow
Platoon Dux
 
2-Platoon (IET), Silver 303 Certification 2/2010

The Silver 303 certification is undertaken by cadets after they complete their recruit training and prior to them advancing into 1-PLT (SNR). The course is run over a 6-month period during the 2-PLT training cycle. The course is challenging, covering many interesting areas of cadet training that logically build upon a cadets initial recruit training.

Throughout the Silver 303 training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: survival (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), fieldcraft, swimming safety, intermediate drill standards, NAVEX (practical), physical fitness training, personal dress standard, attendance & a theory test.

The Silver 303 award recipients for course 2/2010 are: 

CDT Gambi N, CDT  Hearn, CDT King, CDT Li, CDT Macfarlane, CDT Macleod, CDT McKinnon & CDT Smith. 

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Silver 303 (2-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Silver 303 Theory Test.


CDT King
Student of Merit


CDT Macfarlane
Platoon Dux
 
3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 2/2010

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 2/2010 are: 

RCT Bishop, RCT Carter, RCT Chugh, RCT Easton, RCT Falzon, RCT Kosutar, RCT Liu, RCT Prekpanarut, RCT Rosian, RCT Searson, RCT Solomonson, RCT Uhrig, RCT Wijeratne & RCT Zhang.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Searson
Student of Merit


RCT Ingram
Platoon Dux
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 11 Dec 10
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2010. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for the 4th (and final) round of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2010:


RCT Rosian
1st place
AVG 27mm grouping


CUO Allan
2nd place
AVG 28mm grouping


CDT Boller
3rd place
AVG 33mm grouping
 
ADF Long Tan Leadership & Teamwork Award 26 Nov 10

Every year the ADF present awards for "Excellence in Student Leadership" within schools across Australia. These awards are presented to those students who demonstrate leadership qualities & service to their community/school.

The ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards started in 2006 and aim to recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader  local community. At the same time, they recognise those who display strong values, such as doing one’s best, respect for others and “mateship”, that are integral to Australian society.

The awards are an important initiative by the Australian Government in conjunction with the Australian Defence Force designed to encourage senior students – tomorrow’s leaders – to actively participate in the life of their schools and local communities.

We are delighted to announce that today SSGT Boseley has received this prestigious award at Marist College in 2010. SSGT Boseley also felt that his success and involvement in cadets played a key role in helping him secure this award. He was officially presented his award by the Principal, Brother Peter Corr on 26 Nov 10.

On behalf of all unit members, congratulations and very well done!


SSGT Boseley with Marist Principal Brother Corr

 
NSW AAC Brigade Commendation - AFX 2010
As a result of her outstanding performance under difficult circumstances manning the 22Bn RAP on AFX-2010, LT Fraser was awarded a Brigade Commendation by the Comd NSW AAC Brigade, LTCOL Major.

In addition to a private ceremony held in the field at AFX, LTCOL Major visited the unit to present LT Fraser with her Citation Certificate on Tue 9th Nov 2010.

To help celebrate the proud occasion with LT Fraser the unit also presented her with a commemorative cake and gift to mark the occasion. 

Congratulations and well done! 


LTCOL Major presents Commendation


Brigade Commendation
Badge


LT Fraser cuts cake at ceremony
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 18 Sep 10
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2010. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-3 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2010:


RCT Rosian
1st place
AVG 27mm grouping


CUO Allan
2nd place
AVG 28mm grouping


CDT Jarvis
3rd place
AVG 33mm grouping
 
Promotion to CUO 17 Aug 10

During a ceremony in front of the unit on Closing Parade, Tue 17th August, SGT's Allan & Yip were promoted to CUO (Cadet Under Officer) by the OC CAPT Wark & CSM SSGT Boseley.  

As part of their promotion CUO Allan is posted to the PLT Comd of our SNR platoon (1-PLT). In addition, he also holds the dual posting of our most senior cadet - Company Comd. CUO Yip is posted to the PLT Comd of our IET platoon (2-PLT). In addition, he also holds the dual posting of our 2nd most senior cadet - Company 2IC.

We wish them all the best in their new senior roles at the unit.


CUO Allan


CUO Yip
 
Unit Promotions, Term-3/10

When cadet command posting vacancies exist promotions are awarded to deserving cadets who will undertake key roles in the unit command team. The promotions presented during Term-3/10 for training cycle 2/10 are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Arthur
  • CDT Fang
  • CDT Tran
  • CDT Treacy
  • CDT Wong

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Andrews
  • LCPL Creed
  • LCPL Tran

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL de Kantzow
  • CPL McDonnell
  • CPL van Rhoon

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT Boseley

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

 
2-Platoon (IET), Silver 303 Certification 1/2010

The Silver 303 certification is undertaken by cadets after they complete their recruit training and prior to them advancing into 1-PLT (SNR). The course is run over a 6-month period during the 2-PLT training cycle. The course is challenging, covering many interesting areas of cadet training that logically build upon a cadets initial recruit training.

Throughout the Silver 303 training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: survival (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), fieldcraft, swimming safety, intermediate drill standards, NAVEX (practical), physical fitness training, personal dress standard, attendance & a theory test.

The Silver 303 award recipients for course 1/2010 are: LCPL Adamek. LCPL Bourgeat, CDT de Kantzow, CDT Fang & CDT Joyce. 

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Silver 303 (2-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Silver 303 Theory Test.


LCPL Adamek
Student of Merit


CDT Fang
Platoon Dux
 
3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 1/2010

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

For the first time ever, all recruits who sat they Maroon Beret Theory test were assessed as Competent on their first attempt.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 1/2010 are: RCT Allan, RCT Ashcroft, RCT Boller, RCT Chang, RCT Dyson C, RCT Gambi N, RCT Gambi S, RCT Gopolani, RCT Hearn, RCT Heather, RCT Holmstrom, RCT Jarvis, RCT King, RCT Li, RCT McFarlane, RCT Macleod, RCT McKinnon, RCT Ou Yang, RCT Phelps, RCT Price-Reeve, RCT Ramirez Johnson, RCT Riley, RCT Schramko, RCT Smith, RCT van Kampen, RCT Wickett & RCT Zhang.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Hearn
Student of Merit


RCT Smith
Platoon Dux
 
NSW AAC BDE Promotion Course Jul-2010

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development for senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 7-day period during school holidays (3-10th Jul 10 in this case). The courses are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 2
Also known amongst the cadets as the CUO/WO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from SGT/SSGT to either WO2/WO1/CUO.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SGT Allan
SNR LDR - MOD 2


SGT Yip
SNR LDR - MOD 2


SGT Boseley
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL de Kantzow
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Arthur
JNR LDR


CPL McDonnell
JNR LDR


CPL Plasto
JNR LDR

 

 

 

 
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 15 May 10
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2010. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-2 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2010:


SGT Allan
1st place
AVG 22mm grouping


RCT Smith
2nd place
AVG 38mm grouping


RCT Dyson, C
3rd place
AVG 42mm grouping
 
NAT Adventure Training Award (ATA) - TAS April 2010
The ATA is the pinnacle of cadet training that all cadets aspire to. This is a very tough and highly challenging course. Nominees must be 16+ and completed a minimum of 2-years of cadet training. Many are not able to meet the intensive demands placed on them by this course. This is not a course in the true sense of the word as there is no instruction - cadets must arrive well prepared to be assessed on the following key areas of their cadet training:
  • Navigation,
  • RATEL,
  • 1st Aid,
  • Fieldcraft,
  • Movement by Day & Night,
  • Physical fitness,
  • Teamwork,
  • Survival,
  • Living in the Field, and
  • Leadership

206 ACU is proud to announce that two (out of two) of our cadets achieved this prestigious award at the recent course held in TAS from 3 - 10th April 2010. 

For the 2nd time, this course was run as a National course and staged in TAS. Nominees were of the highest standard and comprised the best cadets from each State Regional Brigade.


SGT Allan


ATA Badge


SGT Yip
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 20 Mar 10
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2010. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-1 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2010:


RCT Vo
1st place
AVG 33mm grouping


LCPL Balding
2nd place
AVG 35mm grouping


CDT Sully, L
3rd place
AVG 35mm grouping
 
Promotion to CUO 16 Mar 10

During a ceremony in front of the unit on Closing Parade, Tue 16th March, SSGT Kolnar was promoted to CUO (Cadet Under Officer) by the OC CAPT Wark.  As part of her promotion she is posted to the PLT Comd of our IET platoon (2-PLT). In addition, she also hold the dual posting of our most senior cadet - Company Comd.

We wish her all the best in her new senior roles at the unit. 


CUO Kolnar

 
303 Shoot 28 Feb 2010
Due to 206 ACU's close association with 18 Bn Memorial Rifle Club we were fortunate to have them host a 303 shoot for our cadets again this year. The shoot was conducted in the lying supported position at 200m. Many of the cadets had never fired a high calibre, centre-fire, ex-military battle rifle before.

SGT Allan set a new unit record with his unbeaten 37.2/40.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Our top 3 unit marksmen with the 303, at 200m were:


SGT Allan 
(37.2/40)
1st place


CPL Musster
(35.1/40)
2nd place


CDT Sully, A
(32.1/40)
3rd place
 
NSW AAC BDE Promotion Course Jan-2010

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development of senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 7-day period during school holidays (9-16th Jan 10 in this case). The courses are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 2
Also known amongst the cadets as the CUO/WO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from SGT/SSGT to either WO2/WO1/CUO.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SSGT Kolnar
SNR LDR - MOD 2


SGT Allan
SNR LDR - MOD 1


SGT Yip
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Boseley
JNR LDR


CPL de Kantzow
JNR LDR


LCPL van Rhoon
JNR LDR
 
Annual Unit Awards - Ceremonial Parade 13 Dec 09

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we present trophy awards to cadets within our unit who have excelled throughout the year. The awards are as follows:

Best NCO Award
Presented for the most outstanding NCO performance(s) throughout the year.

Unit Service Award
Presented for the most outstanding service to the unit throughout the year.

Best Individual Achievement Award
Presented for the most outstanding commitment to training and achievement(s) throughout the year.

Unit Marksman
Presented for the most outstanding performances at unit range practices throughout the year.

This year our highly deserving award recipients were:


SSGT Yeung
Best NCO


CUO Donaldson
Unit Service


CDT Plasto
Individual Achievement


CDT Sully, L
Unit Marksman

 
 
Annual Unit Promotions - Ceremonial Parade 13 Dec 09

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we promote those deserving cadets and NCO's who will form key roles in the unit command team for 2010. The promotions presented are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Adamek
  • CDT Andrews
  • CDT Bourgeat
  • CDT Creed
  • CDT Phelps 
  • CDT Plasto &
  • CDT Tran, I

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL de Kantzow
  • LCPL McDonnell
  • LCPL McKenzie &
  • LCPL Nacson

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Allan
  • CPL Boseley
  • CPL Gregg &
  • CPL Yip

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT Kolnar

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

 
1-Platoon (SNR), Gold Falcon Certification 2009

The Gold Falcon certification is the pinnacle of cadet training in 206 ACU (prior to embarking further leadership responsibility as an NCO). The course is run over a 12-month period during the 1-PLT training cycle. The course is not easy and many cadets are not assessed as competent on their first attempt. However, the journey is just as important as the destination and the challenges presented prove very rewarding to cadets and NCO's alike.

Throughout the Gold Falcon training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: first aid treatments (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), navigational ROGAIN, pack-march, swimming safety, senior drill standards, navigational resection (practical), physical fitness training, camo & concealment, recon exercise, attendance & a theory test.

The Gold Falcon award recipients for 2009 are: TBA.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Gold Falcon (1-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Gold Falcon Theory Test.


CPL Gregg
Student of Merit


CDT Plasto
Platoon Dux
 
3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 2/2009

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 2/2009 are: RCT Adamek, RCT Bourgeat, RCT Briggs, RCT de Kanzow, RCT Fang, RCT Hollands, RCT Joyce, RCT Kandillis, RCT Moore, RCT Phelps, RCT Riley, RCT Rowston & RCT Sully.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Phelps
Student of Merit


RCT Bourgeat
Platoon Dux
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 14 Nov 09
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2009. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for 4th and final round of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2009:


CDT Sully, L
1st place
AVG 23mm grouping


CPL Allan
2nd place
AVG 27mm grouping


WO2 de Jong
3rd place
AVG 27mm grouping
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 12 Sep 09
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2009. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-3 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2009:


CDT Sully, L
1st place
AVG 25mm grouping


CPL Allan
2nd place
AVG 27mm grouping


LCPL Subkey
3rd place
AVG 30mm grouping
 
Promotion to CUO 11-Aug-09

During a ceremony in front of the unit on Closing Parade, Tue 11th August, SSGT Goh was promoted to CUO (Cadet Under Officer) by the OC CAPT Wark.  As part of his promotion he has been posted to the PLT Comd of our Senior platoon (1-PLT). In addition, he will also hold the dual posting of cadet 2IC.

We wish him all the best in his new senior roles at the unit. 


CUO Goh

 
Unit Promotions, Term-3/09

When cadet command posting vacancies exist promotions are awarded to deserving cadets who will undertake key roles in the unit command team. The promotions presented during Term-3/09 for training cycle 2/09 are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Arthur
  • CDT de Kantzow
  • CDT McDonnell
  • CDT McKenzie
  • CDT Nacson
  • CDT Risk
  • CDT Subkey

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Gregg
  • LCPL van Rhoon
  • LCPL Ye

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Gregg
  • CPL Kolnar

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT Yeung

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

 
2-Platoon (IET), Silver 303 Certification 1/2009

The Silver 303 certification is undertaken by cadets after they complete their recruit training and prior to them advancing into 1-PLT (SNR). The course is run over a 6-month period during the 2-PLT training cycle. The course is challenging, covering many interesting areas of cadet training that logically build upon a cadets initial recruit training.

Throughout the Silver 303 training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: survival (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), fieldcraft, swimming safety, intermediate drill standards, NAVEX (practical), physical fitness training, personal dress standard, attendance & a theory test.

The Silver 303 award recipients for course 1/2009 are: CDT McKenzie only (so far). 

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Silver 303 (2-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Silver 303 Theory Test.


CDT McKenzie
Student of Merit


CDT Plasto
Platoon Dux

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3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 1/2009

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 1/2009 are: RCT Carlon, RCT Harmelin, RCT Maniaty, RCT McKenzie, RCT Subkey, RCT Sully, RCT Thompson & RCT Treacy.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Subkey
Student of Merit


RCT Sully
Platoon Dux
 
NSW AAC BDE Promotion Course Apr & Jul-09

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development of senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 8-day period during school holidays (11-18th Jul 09 in this case). The courses are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 2
Also known amongst the cadets as the CUO/WO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from SGT/SSGT to either WO2/WO1/CUO.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SSGT Goh
SNR LDR - MOD 2


CPL Gregg
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Kolnar
SNR LDR - MOD 1 (Apr)


CPL Allan
JNR LDR


CPL Yip
JNR LDR


LCPL Gregg
JNR LDR
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 16 May 09
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2009. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-2 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2009:


SSGT Goh
1st place
AVG 23mm grouping


RCT Zhong
2nd place
AVG 28mm grouping


RCT Willmott
3rd place
AVG 32mm grouping
 
NAT Adventure Training Award (ATA) - TAS April 2009
The ATA is the pinnacle of cadet training that all cadets aspire to. This is a very tough and highly challenging course. Nominees must be 16+ and completed a minimum of 2-years of cadet training. Many are not able to meet the intensive demands placed on them by this course. This is not a course in the true sense of the word as there is no instruction - cadets must arrive well prepared to be assessed on the following key areas of their cadet training:
  • Navigation,
  • RATEL,
  • 1st Aid,
  • Fieldcraft,
  • Movement by Day & Night,
  • Physical fitness,
  • Teamwork,
  • Living in the Field, and
  • Leadership

206 ACU is proud to announce that two (out of two) of our cadets achieved this prestigious award at the recent course held in TAS from 12 - 18th April 2009. 206 ACU has not had an ATA recipient since July 2006.

For the first time this course was run as a National course and staged in TAS. Nominees were of the highest standard and comprised the best cadets from each State Regional Brigade.


CUO Donaldson


ATA Badge


WO2 De Jong
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 14 March 09
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2009. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here. This time it was hotly contested and 2 cadets achieved equal AVG Grouping (30mm) and tied for 1st place so we needed to go to a countback to determine the overall winner for the day.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-1 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2009:


SSGT Goh
1st place
AVG 30mm grouping


CPL Allan
2nd place
AVG 30mm grouping


RCT Willmott
3rd place
AVG 35mm grouping
 
303 Shoot 8th Feb 09
Due to 206 ACU's close association with 18 Bn Memorial Rifle Club we were fortunate to have them host a 303 shoot for our cadets again this year. The shoot was conducted in the lying supported position at 200m. Many of the cadets had never fired a high calibre, centre-fire, ex-military battle rifle before.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Our top 3 unit marksmen with the 303, at 200m were:


SSGT Goh 
(34/40)
1st place


LCPL Gregg
(31.1/40)
2nd place


CPL Gregg
(30/40)
3rd place
 
Annual Unit Awards - Ceremonial Parade 14 Dec 08

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we present trophy awards to cadets within our unit who have excelled throughout the year. The awards are as follows:

Best NCO Award
Presented for the most outstanding NCO performance(s) throughout the year.

Unit Service Award
Presented for the most outstanding service to the unit throughout the year.

Best Individual Achievement Award
Presented for the most outstanding commitment to training and achievement(s) throughout the year.

Unit Marksman
Presented for the most outstanding performances at unit range practices throughout the year.

This year our highly deserving award recipients were:


SGT Goh
Best NCO


SGT Yeung
Unit Service


CDT Collins
Individual Achievement


LCPL Allan
Unit Marksman

 
 
Annual Unit Promotions - Ceremonial Parade 14 Dec 08

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we promote those deserving cadets and NCO's who will form key roles in the unit command team for 2009. The promotions presented are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Balding
  • CDT Collins
  • CDT Gregg &
  • CDT van Rhoon

Promotion from Cadet to Corporal:

  • CDT Goh

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Allan
  • LCPL Boseley
  • LCPL Dickens
  • LCPL Kolnar
  • LCPL Musster &
  • LCPL Yip

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Wearne

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT Goh

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

 
3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 2/2008

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 2/2008 are: RCT Arthur, RCT Barrett-Hough, RCT Collins, RCT Creed, RCT De Kantzow, RCT Katz, RCT McDonnell, RCT Plasto, RCT Rajoyan, RCT Sutherland, RCT Tran (F), RCT Tran (M) & RCT Wong.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT McDonnell
Student of Merit


RCT Plasto
Platoon Dux
 
ADF Long Tan Leadership & Teamwork Award 28-Oct-08

Every year the ADF present awards for "Excellence in Student Leadership" within schools across Australia. These awards are presented to those students who demonstrate leadership qualities & service to their community/school.

The ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards started in 2006 and aim to recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader  local community. At the same time, they recognise those who display strong values, such as doing one’s best, respect for others and “mateship”, that are integral to Australian society.

The awards are an important initiative by the Australian Government in conjunction with the Australian Defence Force designed to encourage senior students – tomorrow’s leaders – to actively participate in the life of their schools and local communities.

We are delighted to announce that today SSGT Stefanatos has received this prestigious award at Marist College in 2008. SSGT Stefanatos also felt that his success and involvement in cadets played a key role in helping him secure this award. He was officially presented his award by the Principal, Brother Peter Corr on 28 Oct 08.

On behalf of all unit members, congratulations and very well done!


SSGT Stefanatos

 
Promotion to WO2 28-Oct-08

During a ceremony in front of the unit on Closing Parade, Tue 28th October, SSGT De Jong was promoted to WO2 (Warrant Officer, Class 2) by the OC CAPT Wark.  As part of his promotion he has been posted as the PLT Comd of our SNR platoon (1-PLT).

We wish him all the best in his new senior role at the unit. 

WO2 De Jong was also selected to be a CSM of 22 Bn on AFX-08.


WO2 De Jong

 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 6 September 08
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2008. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-3 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2008:


RCT McKenzie
1st place
AVG 32mm grouping


LCPL Allan
2nd place
AVG 37mm grouping


RCT Suhanic
3rd place
AVG 38mm grouping
 
Excellence in Student Achievement 7-Aug-08

Every year the NSW Dept of Education & Training present awards for "Excellence in Student Achievement". These awards are presented to those students who demonstrate leadership qualities, dedication to the community, service to their school and overall academic performance.

We are delighted to announce that today SGT Yeung has been advised that he is one of 10 recipients of this award in NSW. SGT Yeung also felt that his success and involvement in cadets played a key role in helping him secure this very prestigious award.

SGT Yeung will officially be presented with his award by the Minister on 15 Aug 08.

On behalf of all unit members, congratulations and well done!


SGT Yeung

 
Promotion to CUO 5-Aug-08

During a ceremony in front of the unit on Closing Parade, Tue 5th August, SGT Donaldson was promoted to CUO (Cadet Under Officer) by the OC CAPT Wark.  As part of his promotion he has been posted to the PLT Comd of our IET platoon (2-PLT).

SGT Donaldson was also given the rare honour of carrying the Duke of Edinburgh Banner on the promotion courses Graduation Parade (The Duke of Edinburgh Banner has now been carried by 2 cadets from 206 ACU). In addition, he was also chosen to be the Dining President at the CUO Course Dinner. 

We wish him all the best in his new senior role at the unit. 

CUO Donaldson has also been selected to be a Coy Comd of 22 Bn on AFX-08.


CUO Donaldson

 
Unit Promotions, Term-3/08

As and when cadet command vacancies exist, promotions are awarded to deserving cadets who will undertake key roles in the unit command team. The promotions awarded for Term-3/08 are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Allan
  • CDT Birtwhistle
  • CDT Boseley
  • CDT Dickens
  • CDT Kolnar
  • CDT Morell-Koroi
  • CDT Musster
  • CDT Sutherland
  • CDT Yip

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Goh
  • CPL Healy

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT De Jong

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

 
NSW AAC BDE Promotion Course Jul-08

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development of senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 8-day period during school holidays (5-12th Jul 08 in this case). The courses are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 2
Also known amongst the cadets as the CUO/WO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from SGT/SSGT to either WO2/WO1/CUO.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SGT De Jong
SNR LDR - MOD 2


SGT Donaldson
SNR LDR - MOD 2


CPL Goh
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Healy
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Federico
JNR LDR


CDT Kolnar
JNR LDR
 
2-Platoon (IET), Silver 303 Certification 1/2008

The Silver 303 certification is undertaken by cadets after they complete their recruit training and prior to them advancing into 1-PLT (SNR). The course is run over a 6-month period during the 2-PLT training cycle. The course is challenging, covering many interesting areas of cadet training that logically build upon a cadets initial recruit training.

Throughout the Silver 303 training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: survival (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), fieldcraft, swimming safety, intermediate drill standards, NAVEX (practical), physical fitness training, personal dress standard, attendance & a theory test.

The Silver 303 award recipients for course 1/2008 are: CDT Caley & CDT Goh. 

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Silver 303 (2-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Silver 303 Theory Test.


CDT Caley
Student of Merit


CDT Goh
Platoon Dux

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3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 1/2008

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 1/2008 are: RCT Balding, RCT Caley, RCT Flavell, RCT Gregg, RCT Nacson, RCT Panopoulos, RCT Risk & RCT van Rhoon.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Panopoulos
Student of Merit


RCT Williams
Platoon Dux
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 10 May 08
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2008. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-2 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2008:


CDT Allan
1st place
AVG 35mm grouping


CDT Nuttall
2nd place
AVG 43mm grouping


RCT Panopoulos
3rd place
AVG 47mm grouping
 
Promotion to CUO 6-May-08

During a ceremony in front of the unit at Opening Parade on Tue 6th May SSGT York was promoted to CUO (Cadet Under Officer) by the CO NSW AAC Bde LTCOL Major.  In addition to his important role as Platoon Commander for our new recruits (3-PLT) he will also be the unit cadet Comd.

CUO York has also been selected to be the Bn Comd of 22 Bn on AFX-08 (this is the 2nd year in a row that 206 ACU has received the honour of commanding 22 Bn on AFX).


CUO York

 
Unit Promotions, Term-2/08

When cadet command posting vacancies exist promotions are awarded to deserving cadets who will undertake key roles in the unit command team. The promotions presented during Term-2/08 are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Desiderio

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Wearne

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Yeung

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT Stefanatos

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

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NSW AAC BDE Promotion Course APR-08

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development of senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 8-day period during school holidays (12-19th Apr 08 in this case). The courses are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 2
Also known amongst the cadets as the CUO/WO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from SGT/SSGT to either WO2/WO1/CUO.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SSGT York
SNR LDR - MOD 2


SGT Stefanatos
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Yeung
SNR LDR - MOD 1


LCPL Wearne
JNR LDR

 

 
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 16 Mar 08
The annual "Champion Marksman" award is presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from the best 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2008. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-1 of the unit "Champion Marksman" for 2008:


CDT Allan
1st place
AVG 28.5mm grouping


CPL Goh
2nd place
AVG 33mm grouping


CDT Nuttall
3rd place
AVG 33.5mm grouping
 
National Chief of Army Challenge (COAC) 7-9th Mar 08

The Chief of Army Challenge is a national competition that pits the best cadets from each state against each other in a 48-hr fight "epic battle" for supremacy. 206 ACU won the right to present NSW at the COAC at AFX in July-07.

Since winning the right to represent NSW at COAC the 10 members of the team have trained hard and long to prepare themselves for some tough interstate competition.

Assessments were both written and practical and included:

  • Ratel
  • 1st Aid
  • Living in the field
  • AusSteyr live fire
  • OP exercise
  • Drill
  • Mil History
  • Leadership & teamwork

We were officially notified by the SCO that the team only narrowly missed taking out 2nd place and came in 3rd (out of 8 teams). Coming in at 3rd is the best result ever achieved by NSW in this competition. 

We can now rightly claim that not only is 206 the best unit in NSW but also arguably in the top 3 units in the country. An outstanding effort by the whole team - competing and beating many of the country's best cadets.


(Standing - L to R): SGT De Jong, LCPL Wearne, SSGT De Jong, LCPL Cutcher & SGT Stefanatos 
(Kneeling - L to R): LCPL Federico, CDT Desiderio, SGT Donaldson, CDT Kolnar & CPL Yeung

 
303 Shoot 2nd Mar 08
Due to 206 ACU's close association with 18 Bn Memorial Rifle Club we were fortunate to have them host a 303 shoot for our cadets again this year. The shoot was conducted in the lying supported position at 200m. Many of the cadets had never fired a high calibre, centre-fire, ex-military battle rifle before.

To view the image gallery page for the shoot - click here.

To download and view movie files from the shoot - click here.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Our top 3 unit marksmen with the 303, at 200m were:


CPL Gregg 
(35.2/40)
1st place


CDT Musster
(33/40)
2nd place


LCPL Healy
(32.1/40)
3rd place
 
Most Improved Candidate on Course 19 Jan 08

During a ceremony in front of the the entire Junior Leaders course (during his graduation parade at Holsworthy on Sat 19th Jan) CPL Healy was awarded one of the two major course awards.  As Most Improved Candidate on Course, CPL Healy showed that with the appropriate direction he could achieve an excellent result. 

We look forward to CPL Healy's progression within the unit, initially as a Sec Comd in 2-PLT 1/08.


CPL Healy

 
Blueprint for Drill Wizard 16 Jan 08

CPL Goh delivered a near perfect performance on his final Drill Lesson assessment. CPL Goh's lesson assessor was heard to say that he had just seen "The Blueprint for Drill". 

CPL Goh will be posted as RCT PLT Sec Comd for training cycle 1/08.


CPL Goh

 
22/23 Bn Promotion Course Jan-08

Recently Bde HQ authorised individual Bn's to stage their own promotion courses. The unit participated in such a course sending 4 candidates and SSGT De Jong and the OC, CAPT Wark as staff. The course was conducted over an 8-day period during school holidays (12 - 19 Jan 08 in this case). The course our candidates attended is as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their JNCO course:


CPL Goh
JNR LDR


CPL Gregg
JNR LDR


CPL Healy
JNR LDR


LCPL Ye
JNR LDR

 

 
 
Annual Unit Awards - Ceremonial Parade 15 Dec 07

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we present trophy awards to cadets within our unit who have excelled throughout the year. The awards are as follows:

Best NCO Award
Presented for the most outstanding NCO performance(s) throughout the year.

Unit Service Award
Presented for the most outstanding service to the unit throughout the year.

Best Individual Achievement Award
Presented for the most outstanding commitment to training and achievement(s) throughout the year.

Unit Marksman
Presented for the most outstanding performances at unit range practices throughout the year.

This year our highly deserving award recipients were:


SSGT De Jong
Best NCO


CUO Mollard
Unit Service


CDT Wearne
Individual Achievement


L CPL Allan
Unit Marksman

 
 
Annual Unit Promotions - Ceremonial Parade 15 Dec 07

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we promote those deserving cadets and NCO's who will form key roles in the unit command team for 2008. The promotions presented are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Cutcher
  • CDT Hall
  • CDT Wearne &
  • CDT Ye

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Federico
  • LCPL Goh
  • LCPL Gregg &
  • LCPL Healy

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL De Jong &
  • CPL Donaldson

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT York

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.

 
2-Platoon (IET), Silver 303 Certification 2/2007

The Silver 303 certification is undertaken by cadets after they complete their recruit training and prior to them advancing into 1-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 2-PLT training cycle. The course is challenging, covering many interesting areas of cadet training that logically build upon a cadets initial recruit training.

Throughout the Silver 303 training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: survival (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), fieldcraft, swimming safety, intermediate drill standards, NAVEX (practical), physical fitness training, personal dress standard, attendance & a theory test.

The Silver 303 award recipients for course 2/2007 are: CDT Kolnar, CDT Suh, & CDT Yip. 

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Silver 303 (2-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Silver 303 Theory Test.


CDT Suh
Student of Merit


CDT Yip
Platoon Dux

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3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 2/2007

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 2/2007 are: RCT Boseley, RCT Caley, RCT Desiderio, RCT Goh, RCT Hancock, RCT Huo, RCT Lau, RCT Morell Koroi, RCT Nuttall, RCT Suh & RCT Wong. 

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Morell Koroi
Student of Merit


RCT Huo
Platoon Dux
 
Unit COAC Night EX 24-Nov-07

After the units success at the Brigade level COAC at AFX-07 CUO Mollard suggested that the unit start its own company level COAC at some stage. As a result, CAPT Wark along with other OOC and senior cadet DS planned and staged our first unit COAC as the Nightex for Biv-4/07. The main aims of the exercise were to further foster and develop the espirit de corps, leadership, initiative & teamwork that had been so instrumental in the units Brigade victory (see item on Brigade COAC below for further info).

The competition was based around general cadet skills and knowledge with every platoon from recruits right through to seniors competing fiercely for dominance. The final result was very close being a credit to all who participated. 

Ultimately, it was our senior cadets in 1 Platoon who managed to achieve at the highest level and snatch victory (mainly thanks to their dominance in the casualty scenario). The tabulated final results of the exercise can be downloaded by clicking here.

We look forward to making this very worthwhile exercise part of our annual field training program. Congratulations to all members of 1 Platoon who competed in the competition.


 We do not have an individual pic just of 1-Platoon but most are in this pic

 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 4 Nov 07
This year we have resurrected the unit annual "Champion Marksman" award to be presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from 2 (of the 3) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2007. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

Many of our recruits had never participated in a live-fire range practice before, yet despite this they all performed very well. The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-3 of the unit "Champion Marksmen" for 2007:


SGT York
1st place
AVG 30mm grouping


LCPL Goh
2nd place
AVG 32mm grouping


CPL Yeung
3rd place
AVG 35mm grouping
 
Beep Test Record Set 30 Oct 07

As part of the units preparation and training for their Chief of Army Challenge Challenge Team our foster unit (5-CSSB) has been staging some useful and constructive training. Part of this training included States of Weapon Readiness (AUSSteyr) and an Army PT Beep Test.

The Beep Test is conducted by running a series of 20m laps in increasing number and tempo until you can no longer do anymore. The minimum level achieved by the 9-cadets participating was 8.1 a very good achievement. In 3rd place was CPL Donaldson with Level 11.12 and 2nd place was CPL De Jong with Level 12.6. The record at 5-CSSB was Level 13.6, however in 1st place with a incredible level of 13.9 was SSGT De Jong. 

Congratulations to all cadets who participated and a big thankyou to 5-CSSB for their ongoing support to the unit.


SSGT De Jong
1st place
Level 13.9


CPL De Jong
2nd place
Level 12.6


CPL Donaldson
3rd place
Level 11.12
 
AAC NSW BDE Promotion Courses Oct-07

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development of senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 8-day period during school holidays (29 Sep - 6 Oct 07 in this case). The courses our cadets attended are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SGT York
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL De Jong
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Donaldson
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Boyle
JNR LDR


CPL Yeung
JNR LDR

 
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 1-Sep-07
This year we have resurrected the unit annual "Champion Marksman" award to be presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from 2 (of the 3) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2007. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

Many of our recruits had never participated in a live-fire range practice before, yet despite this they all performed very well. The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on.

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" and weapon safety as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-2 of the unit "Champion Marksmen" for 2007:


CDT Allan
1st place
AVG 30mm grouping


CDT Cutcher
2nd place
AVG 32mm grouping


LCPL Gregg
3rd place
AVG 33mm grouping
 
ADF PAC/PAMS Display 9-Aug-07

On Thur 9 Aug 07 a comprehensive display was staged at Victoria Barracks (syd) by many units of the ADF as part of their hosting a visit by many senior regional and allied military commanders.

206 ACU was proud to be asked by Bde HQ to man an AAC display to give these senior leaders an understanding of cadets as well as the opportunity to discuss the organisation directly with youth members.

We were also lucky to receive a visit to the display stand by the current Chief of Army, LT GEN Leahy, AO. LT GEN Leahy took some time to chat with the cadets about their cadet experiences and plans for the future.

We we also pleased that senior ADF officers had invited the AAC to be part of the overall ADF effort to host regional military commanders on their visit to Australia.


(L to R): SSGT De Jong, LTGEN Leahy, WO1 Freiberg, CUO McFarlane & CUO Mollard

 
NSW AAC BDE Chief of Army Challenge (COAC) 13-Jul-07

In the lead up to AFX-07, all the units in 22 Bn (of which 206 ACU is part) were given the opportunity to participate in the Bde COAC to be held on the second last day of AFX-07. Only one unit (other than 206) nominated a cadet to participate.

The competition for supremacy among the six Bn's of the Bde was fierce on the day. Each Bn team was rotated through 6 varied leadership and initiative exercises focused on cadet training and teamwork.

After overcoming the many hurdles and challenges throughout the week on AFX-07 the entire 22 Bn burst into excited applause and cheering when the CO NSW Bde, LTCOL Major announced that this years winners of the Bde COAC was the 22 Bn team!!

For now, 22 Bn and 206 ACU have proved they can take on and beat the best in the Bde. Can they go on to show they are also the best in the country at the National COAC on 7-9th March 2008. Watch this page early next year for the final exciting conclusion.


(Standing - L to R): CPL Blau, SSGT Wetherell, SGT Stefanatos, SSGT De Jong, CUO Mollard & CPL Yeung
(Kneeling - L to R): CPL De Jong, WO2 Guthrie, CPL Donaldson & CDT Tomkins

 
2-Platoon (IET), Silver 303 Certification 1/2007

The Silver 303 certification is undertaken by cadets after they complete their recruit training and prior to them advancing into 1-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 2-PLT training cycle. The course is challenging, covering many interesting areas of cadet training that logically build upon a cadets initial recruit training.

Throughout the Silver 303 training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: survival skills (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), fieldcraft, swimming safety, intermediate drill standards, NAVEX (practical), company sports training, personal dress standard, attendance & a theory test.

The Silver 303 award recipients for course 1/2007 are: CDT Birtwhistle, CDT Cutcher, CDT Musster & CDT Wearne. The tabulated course results can be downloaded by clicking here.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Silver 303 (2-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Silver 303 Theory Test.


CDT Cutcher
Student of Merit


CDT Wearne
Platoon Dux

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3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 1/2007

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and platoon basic drill standards, company sporting competition, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 1/2007 are: RCT Allan, RCT Kolnar, RCT Li, RCT Yip & RCT Suh. The tabulated course results can be downloaded by clicking here.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Kolnar
Student of Merit


RCT Suh
Platoon Dux
 
Promotion to CUO 23-Jun-07

During a ceremony in front of the unit at closing parade on Tue 23rd June SSGT Mollard was promoted to CUO (Cadet Under Officer) and in addition to his important role as Platoon Commander for our senior cadets (1-PLT) he will also be the unit cadet 2IC.

Because he isnt already busy enough CUO Mollard has also volunteered to be the Battalion Commander of 22 Bn on AFX-07.


CUO Mollard

 
Promotion to WO2 23-Jun-07

During a ceremony in front of the unit at closing parade on Tue 23rd June SGT Guthrie the unit CSM was formerly promoted to her new rank of WO2 (Warrant Officer Class 2).

We wish her all the best in her ongoing role as CSM for the unit throughout the remainder of 2007.


WO2 Guthrie

 

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Unit Promotions 26-Jun-07

At the completion of every 6-month training cycle we review our unit structure and make any promotions we feel are deserved and necessary. At our unit final parade in term-2 (26th June) we promoted those deserving cadets and NCO's who will form key roles in the unit command team for the remainder of 2007. The promotions presented are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Federico
  • CDT Goh
  • CDT McIntosh

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Adams
  • LCPL De Jong
  • LCPL Donaldson
  • LCPL Yeung

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Stefanatos

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT De Jong

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.


Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 12-May-07
This year we have resurrected the unit annual "Champion Marksman" award to be presented at our end of year Ceremonial Parade. The winner of the trophy will be the cadet who has scored the lowest average grouping from 2 (of the 4) .22 cal range shoots to be conducted throughout 2007. All competitors for the trophy must compete in at least 2 of the championship range shoots this year.

Many of our recruits had never participated in a live-fire range practice before, yet despite this they performed very well indeed. In fact, 2 of the 3 top places were taken out by new recruits this time. The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on. 

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here. The grouping average of the top 3 place-getters were a 3-way tie so the final result was determined on count-back.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Congratulations to our top 3 unit marksmen for Round-1 of the unit "Champion Marksmen" for 2007:


RCT Ng
1st place
AVG 25mm grouping


SGT York
2nd place
AVG 25mm grouping


RCT Allan
3rd place
AVG 25mm grouping
 
Promotion to CUO 1-May-07

During a ceremony in front of the unit at closing parade on Tue 1st May SSGT McFarlane was promoted to CUO (Cadet Under Officer) and as the unit's senior CUO has also been posted as Company Commander (SUO).


CUO McFarlane

 
Aust Defence Force Academy (ADFA) 2008

The unit would like to offer special congratulations to our CSM, SGT Guthrie, for being successful in her application to be accepted for Army Officer Training at ADFA in 2008.

SGT Guthrie has every right to be very proud of her incredible achievement. Our CSM is one of the few, selected from among the many applicants who the Army believes have what it takes to be an Officer (and future leader) within it ranks. At ADFA and subsequently at RMC, Duntroon she will face challenges far exceeding any she has faced before and we have every confidence she will rise to those challenges in the same way she has done at the unit.

This selection process is not easy so its quite an honour for the CSM personally and a credit to her growth as a cadet within the unit. 

An outstanding effort.


SGT Guthrie

 
Student of Merit JNCO Course - Apr-07

The Junior Leaders course (or also known to the cadets as JNCO course) is the first formal leadership course that can be undertaken by cadets wishing to progress in rank and responsibility with the unit. This course was held over 8-days at Singleton Army Base during the recent April school holidays. Congratulations go to CPL Stefanatos who excelled above all other JNCO course candidates (Apr-07) in NSW to take out the highly prized course Student of Merit award.

Excellent work and well done!


CPL Stefanatos

 
AAC NSW BDE Promotion Courses - Apr-07

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development of senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 8-day period during school holidays (14-21st Apr 07 in this case). The courses are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 2
Also known amongst the cadets as the CUO/WO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from SGT/SSGT to either WO2/WO1/CUO.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SSGT Mollard
SNR LDR - MOD 2


SGT Guthrie
SNR LDR - MOD 2


SGT De Jong
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Stefanatos
JNR LDR


LCPL De Jong
JNR LDR


LCPL Donaldson
JNR LDR
 
303 Shoot 4-Feb-07
Due to 206 ACU's close association with 18 Bn Memorial Rifle Club we were fortunate to have them host a 303 shoot for our senior cadets again this year. Many of the cadets had never fired a high calibre, centre-fire, ex-military battle rifle before and yet acquitted themselves well at 200m.

To view the image gallery page for the shoot - click here.

To download and view movie files from the shoot - click here.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Our top 3 unit marksmen with the 303, at 200m were:


CPL Stefanatos
1st place


SGT Guthrie
2nd place


LCPL Healy
3rd place
 
Australia Day Medallion Award 30-Jan-07

For Australia Day 2007, over 70 Australian government departments and agencies implemented the medallion program to enhance its Australia Day program. Through presenting the medallions, heads of government departments and agencies can acknowledge their employees' contributions, either on special projects that have made a significant contribution to the nation or simply outstanding performance for core duties.

Eight members of the Australian Army Cadets were awarded an Australia Day Achievement Medallion by the Department of Defence on Australia Day, 26 January 2007.

206 ACU is proud to announce that their OC CAPT Wark was recently awarded an Australia Day Medallion Award for his work with the unit as Admin Comd. An excerpt from the citation accompanying the award is as follows:

"In appreciation of the service you have given and the significant contribution made to your unit over the relatively short period you have been a member of the Australian Army Cadets.  Your professionalism in accepting the responsibilities of the Commanding Officer in his absence has ensured the continued existence of your unit.  Your enthusiasm and commitment have been commendable and you can be justly proud of your achievement."


The CO AAC NSW BDE, LTCOL Major presents the OC, 
CAPT Wark with his Australia Day Medallion and award certificate

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Promotion and Appointment to OC 30-Jan-07

Throughout the past year LT Wark has been the Admin Comd (AC) of 206 ACU. Upon successful completion of his OOC Comd Course in January, the CO AAC NSW BDE attended the units first Admin Parade of 2007 to promote LT Wark to CAPT and also to amend his posting from AC to Officer Commanding (OC). The CO congratulated the new OC on his efforts as AC and the units performance within the BDE.


The Asst CDT RSM NSW, WO2 Freiberg (left) and 
CO AAC NSW BDE, LTCOL Major (right) attaching 
CAPT Wark's new rank slides after the promotion

 
OOC Promotions 15-Jan-07

As part of ongoing OOC training each OOC is required to successfully complete an 8-day residential OOC Officers Course. We are pleased to announce that as of 15th Jan 2007, 2LT Pickering and Fraser successfully completed their Officers course and were promoted to full Lieutenant. Congratulations and well done!


Lieutenant's Pickering & Fraser celebrate 
their promotions at the course dining-in night

 
Annual Unit Awards - Ceremonial Parade 16-Dec-06

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we present trophy awards to cadets within our unit who have excelled throughout the year. The awards are as follows:

Best NCO Award
Presented for the most outstanding NCO performance(s) throughout the year.

Unit Service Award
Presented for the most outstanding service to the unit throughout the year.

Best Individual Achievement Award
Presented for the most outstanding commitment to training and achievement(s) throughout the year.

This year our highly deserving award recipients were:


SSGT Mollard
Best NCO


SSGT Wetherell
Unit Service


CDT De Jong
Individual Achievement

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Annual Unit Promotions - Ceremonial Parade 16-Dec-06

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we promote those deserving cadets and NCO's who will form key roles in the unit command team for 2007. Images of the new promotions being presented can be viewed by clicking here. The promotions presented are as follows:

Promotion from Cadet to Lance Corporal:

  • CDT Adams
  • CDT Butler
  • CDT De Jong
  • CDT Donaldson
  • CDT Greg
  • CDT Healy and
  • CDT Yeung

Promotion from Lance Corporal to Corporal:

  • LCPL Applegate
  • LCPL Blau
  • LCPL Boyle
  • LCPL Stefanatos

Promotion from Corporal to Sergeant:

  • CPL Blake
  • CPL De Jong
  • CPL Guthrie
  • CPL York

Promotion from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant:

  • SGT McFarlane

Congratulations to all those members on the unit who earned a well deserved promotion. We look forward to your continued dedication and commitment to the unit in your capacity as members of the unit command team.


1-Platoon (SNR), Gold Falcon Certification 2006

The Gold Falcon certification is the pinnacle of cadet training in 206 ACU (prior to embarking further leadership responsibility as an NCO). The course is run over a 12-month period during the 1-PLT training cycle. The course is not easy and many cadets are not assessed as competent on their first attempt. However, the journey is just as important as the destination and the challenges presented prove very rewarding to cadets and NCO's alike.

Throughout the Gold Falcon training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: first aid treatments (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), navigational ROGAIN, pack-march, swimming safety, senior drill standards, navigational resection (practical), physical fitness training, camo & concealment, recon exercise, attendance & a theory test.

The Gold Falcon award recipients for 2006 are: CDT Yeung, CDT De Jong & CDT Donaldson. The tabulated course results can be downloaded by clicking here.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Gold Falcon (1-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Gold Falcon Theory Test.


CDT Yeung
Student of Merit


CPL Blake
Platoon Dux
 
2-Platoon (IET), Silver 303 Certification 2/2006

The Silver 303 certification is undertaken by cadets after they complete their recruit training and prior to them advancing into 1-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 2-PLT training cycle. The course is challenging, covering many interesting areas of cadet training that logically build upon a cadets initial recruit training.

Throughout the Silver 303 training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: survival (practical), CASEVAC training exercise (practical), fieldcraft, swimming safety, intermediate drill standards, NAVEX (practical), physical fitness training, personal dress standard, attendance & a theory test.

The Silver 303 award recipients for course 2/2006 are: CDT Federico, CDT Goh, CDT Hall, CDT McIntosh & CDT Ye. The tabulated course results can be downloaded by clicking here.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Silver 303 (2-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Silver 303 Theory Test.


CDT Federico
Student of Merit


CPL Keem
Platoon Dux

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3-Platoon (RCT), Maroon Beret Certification 2/2006

The Maroon Beret certification is undertaken by new recruits immediately after joining the unit (otherwise known as recruit training) and prior to them advancing into 2-PLT. The course is run over a 6-month period during the 3-PLT training cycle. The course is an introduction to cadet life and to 206 ACU.

Throughout the Maroon Beret training cycle cadets are assessed in the following areas: NAVEX (practical), living in the field, individual and group basic drill standards, basic physical fitness training, personal dress standards, attendance & a theory test.

The Maroon Beret award recipients for course 2/2006 are: RCT Wearne, RCT Cutcher, RCT Birtwhistle, RCT Bullen, RCT Church & RCT Musster. The tabulated course results can be downloaded by clicking here.

In addition, a Student of Merit and Platoon Dux are also awarded. The Student of Merit is awarded to the cadet displaying the most  outstanding overall performance in the Maroon Beret (3-PLT) training. The Platoon Dux is awarded to the cadet who performed best in the Maroon Beret Theory Test.


RCT Wearne
Student of Merit


RCT Cutcher
Platoon Dux
 
Unit "Champion Marksman" Shoot (.22cal) 19-Nov-06
This is the first time the unit has had an opportunity to run a range practice at Hornsby since a devastating fire at the beginning of the year destroyed the club house. Finally, the HSBRC is back on its feet and welcoming us back to the range.

Many of our recruits had never participated in a live-fire range practice before, yet despite this they performed very well in what was stifling heat at times. The practice was conducted at 50m in the lying, supported position. The rifles used were .22cal Bruno bolt-actions with 4x scope. Because the recoil of this rifle is negligible to none its ideal to learn the basic principles of marksmanship on. 

Prior to firing on the range, all participants were required to individually demonstrate complete proficiency in the "states of weapon readiness" as per a regular Army range practice. By doing this we help ensure that every live-fire activity is as safe as it possibly can be.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

The tabulated results of the practice can be downloaded by clicking here.

Congratulations to our "Champion Unit Marksmen" for 2006:


CPL York
1st place
AVG 35mm grouping


RCT Tomkins
2nd place
AVG 40mm grouping


CDT Yeung
3rd place
AVG 42mm grouping
 
AAC NSW BDE Promotion Courses Oct-06

Twice per year NSW AAC Brigade run a series of promotion courses as part of the ongoing leadership development of senior cadets. Promotion courses are conducted over 7 or 8-day period during school holidays (1-7th Oct 06 in this case). The courses are as follows:

Junior Leaders Course
Also known amongst the cadets as the JNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from cadet to either LCPL or CPL.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 1
Also known amongst the cadets as the SNCO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from CPL to either SGT or SSGT.

Senior Leaders Course - MOD 2
Also known amongst the cadets as the CUO/WO course. This course is required for senior cadets seeking promotion from SGT/SSGT to either WO2/WO1/CUO.

206 ACU is proud to announce that the following senior cadets completed and were assessed as competent for their respective promotion courses:


SGT McFarlane
SNR LDR - MOD 2


CPL Blake
SNR LDR - MOD 1


CPL Guthrie
SNR LDR - MOD 1


LCPL Applegate
JNR LDR


LCPL Blau
JNR LDR


 
NSW Cadet RSM 2007

Every year the CO NSW AAC BDE and the NSW BDE SCO scour high and low throughout the state for next years NSW Cadet Adjutant and RSM. Through his own very high standard of drill, dress and bearing, as well as his dedication and commitment to service in the AAC, WO2 Freiberg has been chosen above all other NSW candidates to be appointed as NSW Cadet RSM 2007. 

206 ACU is very proud of WO2 Freibergs outstanding personal achievement. While we are very sad to lose him from the unit we wish him all the very best in his new appointment next year. We hope he can "sprinkle" a little "206" throughout the BDE.


WO2 Freiberg
NSW Cadet RSM 2007

 
Adventure Training Award (ATA) - AFX Singleton July 2006

The ATA award is the pinnacle of cadet training that all cadets aspire to. This is a very tough and highly challenging course. Many are not able to meet the intensive demands placed on them by this course.

206 ACU is proud to announce that our 2-PLT CMD, CUO Chan achieved this prestigious award. Very well done!


CUO Chan

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Maroon Beret Theory Test Dux 20-Jun-06

Well done to CDT Easton for achieving 1st place (Dux) in the 3-PLT maroon-beret Theory Test.


CDT Easton

 
Student of Merit CUO Course - April 2006

The CUO course is the highest level promotion course any cadet can aspire to. The recent CUO Course (Apr-06) was held at RMC Duntroon during school holidays. Congratulations to SGT Freiberg who excelled above all other CUO course candidates (Apr-06) in NSW to take out the highly prized course Student of Merit award.


SGT Freiberg

 
303 Shoot 5-Feb-06
Due to 206 ACU's close association with 18 Bn Memorial Rifle Club we were fortunate to have them host a 303 shoot for senior cadets. This was the first time in several years that we have been able to participate in such a shoot. Many of the cadets had never fired a high calibre, centre-fire rifle before and yet acquitted themselves well at 200m.

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity.

Our top 3 unit marksmen with the 303, at 200m were:


SGT Freiberg
1st place


CPL Sew Hoy
2nd place


CDT Yeung
3rd place
 
Parachute Course (static-line) 27-29th Jan 2006

Recently, a number of members of our unit continued a long standing tradition by completing a free-fall parachute course and 2x static-line jumps at Skydive Nowra. SSGT Wetherell took out the accuracy contest, landing only 1m from the drop-zone target on his first jump!

NB. Members of our unit participate in this activity voluntarily and as civilians only. This is not an AAC sponsored or approved activity. Members changed into uniform for this final photo only but during the course and the rest of the weekend wore civilian attire.


(L to R): CDT Lloyd, SSGT Ashurrst, SGT J. Diacono (ex), LCPL Nimmo, LT Wark & SSGT Wetherell

 
Annual Unit Awards - Ceremonial Parade 17-Dec-05

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we present trophy awards to cadets within our unit who have excelled throughout the year. The awards are as follows:

Best NCO Award
Presented for the most outstanding NCO performance(s) throughout the year.

Unit Service Award
Presented for the most outstanding service to the unit throughout the year.

Best Individual Achievement Award
Presented for the most outstanding commitment to training and achievement(s) throughout the year.

This year our highly deserving award recipients were:


CPL McFarlane
Best NCO


CPL Mollard
Unit Service


CDT De Jong
Individual Achievement

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Silver 303 Theory Test Dux 29-Nov-05

Well done to CPL McFarlane for achieving 1st place (Dux) in the 2-PLT (IET) Silver 303 Theory Test.


CPL McFarlane

 
Maroon Beret Theory Test Dux 29-Nov-05

Well done to CDT Ho Sing for achieving 1st place (Dux) in the maroon-beret Theory Test.


CDT Ho Sing

 
Student of Merit SNCO Course - October 2005

Congratulations to SGT Wetherell who excelled above all other SNCO course candidates (Oct-05) in NSW to take out the highly prized course Student of Merit award.


SGT Wetherell

 
Duke Of Edinburgh Banner Parade 24-Sep-05

Recently a number of our cadets were selected to participate in a once in a lifetime event - the presentation of the D of E Banner to the AAC Corps. In attendance at the parade were the PM, GG, Chief of Army as well as other senior officers and officials. Prior to the parade the cadets completed an intensive, 7-day residential drill & training program at Randwick Barracks. We are delighted to advise that 10 of our cadets were selected to participate out of a total of 140 cadets from all NSW units.


(L to R) - REAR: CPL McFarlane, LCPL Guthrie, SGT Wetherell, CPL Lam (F), SGT Chan & SGT McCormack
(L to R) - FRONT: CPL Mollard, CPL Freiberg, & CPL Lam (M)
Absent from pic:
CDT Nimmo

 
Adventure Training Award (ATA) - AFX Singleton July 2005

The ATA award is the pinnacle of cadet training that all cadets aspire to. This is a very tough and highly challenging course. Many are not able to meet the intensive demands placed on them by this course.

206 ACU is proud to announce that our CSM, SGT Ashurrst achieved this prestigious award. Very well done!


SGT Ashurrst

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Best Instructor (1CRTB) - AFX Singleton July 2005

Every year a number of NCOs and officers from our unit offer to assist as staff, training cadets on Annual Camp rather than enjoying other individual training. It is the spirit of giving back something to the Corps and dedication to service that leads our cadets and officers to help out in this and many other ways. CPL McFarlane so excelled in this endeavour that she beat over 30 other cadet NCO instructors to be awarded "Best Instructor on Course" by the senior Recruit Training Battalion Officers and RSM. Congratulations and very well done on this outstanding achievement! .


CPL McFarlane

 
Maroon Beret Theory Test Dux 14-Jun-05

Well done to CDT Cable for achieving 1st place (Dux) in the maroon-beret Theory Test.


CDT Cable

 
Annual Unit Awards - Ceremonial Parade 18-Dec-04

Every year at our unit ceremonial parade in December we present trophy awards to cadets within our unit who have excelled throughout the year. The awards are as follows:

Best NCO Award
Presented for the most outstanding NCO performance(s) throughout the year.

Unit Service Award
Presented for the most outstanding service to the unit throughout the year.

Best Individual Achievement Award
Presented for the most outstanding commitment to training and achievement(s) throughout the year.

This year our highly deserving award recipients were:


CPL Wetherell
Best NCO


LCPL Bigland
Unit Service


LCPL Mollard
Individual Achievement
 
Maroon Beret Theory Test Dux - December 2004

Well done to CDT Sweeney for achieving 1st place (Dux) in the maroon-beret Theory Test.


CDT Sweeney

 
Adventure Training Award (ATA) - AFX Singleton July 2004

The ATA award is the pinnacle of cadet training that all cadets aspire to. This is a very tough and highly challenging course. Many are not able to meet the intensive demands placed on them by this course.

206 ACU is proud to announce that not only did two (out of two) of our cadets achieved this prestigious award but that SGT Titmarsh managed to Dux the entire ATA course. Excellent work!


SGT Titmarsh


CPL Diacono
 
Maroon Beret Theory Test Dux - June 2004

Well done to CDT Mollard for achieving 1st place (Dux) in the maroon-beret Theory Test.


CDT Mollard

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