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7. SQNs reporting into XOS, SQNLDR(AAFC) Darren Banfield:

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b. 303SQN

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d. 324SQN

8. SQNs reporting into XON, SQNLDR(AAFC) Jim Klumpp:

a. 304SQN

b. 305SQN

c. 306SQN

9. The respective Regional XO will be responsible for endorsing OA86 submissions and approving CFA claims on CadetOne along with managing the ordinary paperwork such as staff applications.

10. If metropolitan SQN COs have pressing matter that need executive involvement please make contact with the respective Regional XO directly, or if there are any matters that were being handled by the late SQNLDR(AAFC) Rice then COs need to brief the respective Regional XO on those issues.

Heightened Security

11. Australia is at HIGH level of alert under the National Terrorism Public Alert System. There are four levels that communicate an assessed risk of terrorist threat to Australia. The four levels are:

a. low—terrorist attack is not expected.

b. medium—terrorist attack could occur.

c. high—terrorist attack is likely.

d. extreme—terrorist attack is imminent or has occurred.

12. The SAFEBASE Defence Security Alert System is currently at SAFEBASE Charlie. The system utilises five levels of alert and enables Defence to implement coordinated, incremental protective security measures when required, by a change in the assessed level of threat to personnel and assets within Australia.

13. The DG and CDR will shortly issue a Joint Directive on AAFC requirements during this heightened security environment. In the interim, members are advised of the following.

14. Wearing of uniforms. AAFC members are reminded not to wear uniforms on public transport. Uniforms can be worn in private transport and at on- and off-base activities provided a suitable Security Risk Assessment (SRA) has been conducted.

15. Carriage of Weapons on Commemorative Services. It is noted that ANZAC Services are fast approaching. There is currently a relaxation in policy which prohibited carriage of weapons in public for Commemorative Services. At the present time the following rules are in place

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a. Military replicas, or military weapons are NOT approved for ceremonial use outside the confines of an ADF base, this includes weapons such as the F88(I) and SLR.

b. Innocuous 303 rifles are not considered military weapons and as such these ARE approved for use off base.

c. Swords can be used either on or off base for ceremonial functions.

16. SQNs should prepare OA86 applications for ANZAC Services including detailed Security Risk Assessment. The SRA should include details of the types of weapons, transportation of weapons, storage of weapons throughout the service, whether NSW/ACT Police will be in attendance and if they have been notified of AAFC cadets mounting a guard with innocuous/cadet weapons and any local security issues. The situation is of course a dynamic one. Whilst every effort will be made to ensure units are able to fully support local RSL services, members must be aware that carriage of weapons cannot be guaranteed.

17. Your OA86 submissions should also include the appropriate sections in the RAMP for the carriage of weapons in public and that you identify your management plan of these weapons in your OA86 and associated JI.

Security Certification in OA86

18. Please be reminded that it is a requirement that all activity applications are endorsed by the CO/FLTCDR ‘that security risks identified, assessed and mitigated IAW CDR’s Directive and SOGT email of 14 Oct 14. This is to be done in the CO Endorsement Box of the OA86. 19. In addition, JI's should state words to the effect of; “Cadets who travel on public transport are to travel in civilian attire and bring their uniform (in a concealed bag) to change into on arrival.”, “Any unwarranted conduct or approaches by members of the public are to be ignored and reported up the chain of command as soon as practicable” and “The wearing of uniform in public places will be dependent on the assessment of risk for the activity.”

20. All units parading on ADF Bases or MUD facilities are to comply with local security arrangements.

21. Local Police are to be advised of any activity being conducted in public areas, private property or National Parks etc. This should be included on any activity checklist to ensure it is completed.

Conditions of Entry to Defence bases

22. The Wing has been advised through the AFLO of changes to the conditions of entry to RAAF Williamtown and RAAF Richmond. Security Staff at those bases are carrying out random searches of vehicles entering the bases. They are searching for items such as explosives, drones, camera gear and 'listening devices'. If members refuse to be searched they will not be allowed on Base. Members should also note that a new entry to RAAF RIC will be commissioned late March or early April. Members will be kept informed of any relevant changes in Base security arrangements as they come to hand.

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Appointments

23. Pursuant to HQAAFC RI 3/13 and delegated authority, the following personnel have been appointed to the positions as shown. AUTH: OC3WG

a. PLTOFF(AAFC) Ian McWhirter, AO39474, Commanding Officer 319SQN for the period 01 Feb 2015 to 31 Jan 18, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

b. FLTLT(AAFC) Greg Reichart, 8533970, Commanding Officer 313SQN for the period 01 Feb 2015 to 31 Jan 18, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

c. FLTLT(AAFC) Les Nastevski, 8022087, Commanding Officer 307SQN for the period 12 Jan 15 to 11 Jan 18, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

d. PLTOFF(AAFC) Monique Bezzina, 8605667, Commanding Officer 337SQN for the period 01 Feb 15 to 31 Jan 18, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

e. FLTLT(AAFC) Mark Robins, 8021725, Commanding Officer 304SQN for the period 01 Dec 14 to 30 Nov 17, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

f. PLTOFF(AAFC) Adrian Gibney, 8547525, Commanding Officer 305SQN for the period 10 Sep 14 to 09 Sep 17, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

g. FLTLT(AAFC) Derek Kenyon, 8564637, Commanding Officer 321SQN for the period 10 Sep 14 to 09 Sep 17, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

h. FLTLT(AAFC) Grant Mayler, 8022129, Commanding Officer 335SQN for the period 01 Dec 14 to 30 Nov 17, with an initial probation period of twelve months, and an option for a further two year extension exercised at the discretion of OC3WG.

i. PLTOFF(AAFC) Michael Bros, 8535678, Temporary Commanding Officer 323SQN from 13 Feb 15 until further notice at the discretion of OC3WG.

j. WOFF(AAFC) Paul Dunsford, 8546497, Temporary Wing Warrant Officer (T/WGWOFF) 3WG, WEF: 04 Feb 15 to 01 Apr 15, vice WOFF(AAFC) Rob McFadden on leave.

k. FLTLT(AAFC) Frank Galea, 8582717, is appointed Temporary Wing Safety Adviser until further notice, vice FLTLT(AAFC) Doug Oliver on leave.

l. FLTLT(AAFC) Merridy Thompson, 8022103, Temporary Public Affairs Communication & International Activities Officer (T/PACIO) 3WG (secondary appointment), WEF: 01 Jan 15 to 31 Mar 15, vice FSGT(AAFC) Emma Williams on leave.

24. There are a significant number of appointments and terminations of registration for civilian members and ADF Support that were not promulgated in 3WG RI during 2014. They have been included in this RI for completeness.

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25. Pursuant to AAFC Manual of Management, Volume 2, Part 1 (Personnel) Chapter 4 paragraph 7 and delegated authority, the following personnel have been registered as Civilian Instructors. AUTH: OC 3WG

a. CIV Todd Gillespie, AC30330, 316SQN, WEF 11 Feb 14

b. CIV Christopher Malcolm, AC30344, 313SQN, WEF 17 Jun 14

c. CIV Alexander Picker, AC30373, 328SQN, WEF 18 Sep 14

d. CIV Amanda Easton, AC30369, 304SQN, WEF 18 Sep 14

e. CIV Blake Davis, AC30365, 301FLT, WEF 18 Sep 14

f. CIV Carl Schubert, AC30367, 317SQN, WEF 18 Sep 14

g. CIV Jessica Graves, AC30370, 325SQN, WEF 18 Sep 14

h. CIV Salli Ann Ward, AC30368, 301FLT, WEF 18 Sep 14

i. CIV Sharon Moy, AC30371, 317SQN, WEF 18 Sep 14

j. CIV Tyler Parker, AC30372, 317SQN, WEF 18 Sep 14

k. CIV Warren Krantzcke, AC30366, 333SQN, WEF 18 Sep 14

l. CIV Kerrie Rolfe, AC30374, 330SQN, WEF 30 Sep 14

m. CIV Arden Marshall, AC30376, 305SQN, WEF 21 Oct 14

n. CIV David Braithwaite, AC30375, 301FLT, WEF 21 Oct 14

o. CIV Kieran Hanna, AC30378, 307SQN, WEF 21 Oct 14

p. CIV Suzanne Dark, AC30377, 317SQN, WEF 21 Oct 14

q. CIV Adrian Pace, AC30380, 301FLT, WEF 28 Oct 14

r. CIV Bowen Jennings, AC30379, 336SQN, WEF 28 Oct 14.

s. CIV Bowen Jennings, AC30379, 336SQN, WEF 28 Oct 14

t. CIV Steven Grattan, AC30384, 301FLT, WEF 11 Nov 14

u. CIV Lindsay Lobwein, AC30385, 301FLT, WEF 11 Nov 14

v. CIV Bradley Burns, AC30381, 321SQN, WEF 11 Nov 14

w. CIV Andrew Elms, AC30383, 329SQN, WEF 11 Nov 14

x. CIV Anastasia Slater, AC30382, 332SQN, WEF 11 Nov 14

y. CIV Jade Mears, AC30386, 312SQN, WEF 09 Dec 14

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26. Pursuant to AAFC Manual of Management, Volume 2, Part 1 (Personnel) Chapter 4 paragraph 7 and delegated authority, the following personnel have been registered as ADF Support. AUTH: OC 3WG

a. SQNLDR Deane Giles, 8185340, 304SQN, WEF 22 Jul 14

b. FLTLT Andrew Morgan, 8498750, 322SQN, WEF 29 Jul 14

c. FLGOFF Warrick Jones, 8537637, 336SQN, WEF 21 Oct 14

d. LACW Jenelle Hooper, 8184534, 336SQN, WEF 21 Oct 14

e. AC Troy Cannon, 8592185, 334SQN, WEF 29 Jul 14

f. PTE Cameron Sutton, 8568102, 314SQN, WEF 29 Jul 14

g. OFFCDT Daniel Dare, 8584011, 301FLT, WEF 21 Oct 14

h. PTE Aaron Bray, 8523563, 312SQN, WEF 11 Nov 14

Terminations

27. Pursuant to AAFC Manual of Management, Volume 2, Part 1 (Personnel) Chapter 4 paragraph 19 and delegated authority, the following members have been deregistered as Civilian Instructors as at the dates shown. AUTH: OC 3WG

a. CIV Rominia Angco, 335SQN, WEF 31 Jan 14

b. CIV Eryn Scott, 329SQN, WEF 7 Feb 14

c. CIV Mitchell Mason, 329SQN, WEF 7 Feb 14

d. CIV Peter Roughley, 329SQN, WEF 7 Feb 14

e. CIV Brendan Tripp, 336SQN, WEF 11 Feb 14

f. CIV Henry Davis, 337SQN, WEF 18 Feb 14

g. CIV Dane CAMPBELL, 317SQN, WEF 14 Mar 14

h. CIV Jeremy Duncan, 312SQN, WEF 14 Mar 14

i. CIV Mandi CAMPBELL, 317SQN, WEF 14 Mar 14

j. CIV Sean Lewis, 322SQN, WEF 26 Mar 14

k. CIV Richard Le Merton, 323SQN, WEF 7 Apr 14

l. CIV Peter Mathews, 337SQN, WEF 29 May 14

m. CIV Mathew Saunders, 308SQN, WEF 30 May 14

n. CIV Aiden Whicker, 332SQN, WEF 10 Jun 14

o. CIV Alan Costigan, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

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p. CIV Anthony Jennings, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

q. CIV Bradley Hutchins, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

r. CIV Donald Murray, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

s. CIV Geoffrey Hanson, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

t. CIV Gregory Clark, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

u. CIV James Saunders, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

v. CIV John Carlson, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

w. CIV Michael Derrig, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

x. CIV Neil CURRIE, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

y. CIV Peter Gow, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

z. CIV Peter O'Brien, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

aa. CIV Quentin Van Bezouwen, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

bb. CIV Richard Payne, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

cc. CIV Robert Bentley, 320FLT, WEF 23 Jun 14

dd. CIV Glenn Dunstan, 301FLT, WEF 18 Sep 14

ee. CIV Timothy Rich, 333SQN, WEF 30 Sep 14

ff. CIV Jason Grant, 314SQN, WEF 21 Nov 14

gg. CIV Geoffrey Ford, 332SQN, WEF 05 Dec 14

hh. CIV Barbara Scott, 332SQN, WEF 05 Dec 14

28. Pursuant to AAFC Manual of Management, Volume 2, Part 1 (Personnel) Chapter 4 paragraph 19 and delegated authority, the following members have been deregistered as ADF Support as at the dates shown. AUTH: OC 3WG

a. SQNLDR Barry Walters, 334SQN, WEF 25 Jul 14

b. FLTLT Matthew Kloeden, 301FLT, WEF 8 Aug 14

c. FLTLT Mitch Beck, 322SQN, WEF 25 Feb 14

d. SGT Liam Higgins, 336SQN, WEF 15 Jul 14

Leave

29. Pursuant to AAFC Standing Instructions Personnel Part 7 Chapter 1, the following members have been granted leave for the periods as shown. AUTH: OC 3WG

a. WOFF(AAFC) Robert McFadden, 8022093, 3WGHQ, 01 Feb 15 to 1 Apr 15

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b. FSGT(AAFC) Quincy Tse, 8488695, 3WG HQ, 04-21 Feb 15

c. FSGT(AAFC) Emma Williams, 8211987, 3WG HQ, 01 Jan 15 to 31 Mar 15

Launch of 3WG Facebook Page

30. Members are reminded of the launch of the 3 Wing Facebook Page, which can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/3wingaafc.

31. The OC encourages all members to use the 3 Wing Facebook Page as a modern effective way of communicating news, stories, events and key messages around the Wing. It will also have links to the official AAFC page as well as Squadron pages.

32. Members are asked to be mindful of the protocols around posting messages on this official site. Manual of Management, Volume 2, Part 5 Public Affairs, Chapter 3 Social Media.

33. Any news stories, posts, events for the 3 Wing Facebook page are to be submitted via the 3WG PACIO currently FLTLT (AAFC) Merridy Thompson.

Mandatory Training Requirements

34. All members are reminded that they have a personal responsibility to ensure that all mandatory training obligations are completed within the relevant timeframes including renewal of Senior First Aid and Working with Children checks.

35. COs are to ensure that the Adult Transition Program is completed for all cadets under their command as soon as practicable after turning 18. It is noted that a working with children check cannot be applied for at the RMS in NSW until the cadet actually turns 18. COs should encourage cadets to attend the RMS and apply for their WWC as soon as they turn 18 so that the CO can complete the declaration. All other components of the ATP must be completed before the cadet turns 18. AAFC Policy is located at SI(TRG) 2-6 Adult Transition Program on the CadetNet Portal. https://members.cadetnet.gov.au/aafc/OIP/ePOLMAN/SI(TRG)%202-6%20Adult%20Transition%20Program.aspx

36. All civilian staff members must complete the SCAP course through ADFC elearning on the CadetNet Portal within 3 months of their appointment. AAFC Policy is located at AAFC SI(PERS) 1-6 including instructions on how to log on. https://members.cadetnet.gov.au/aafc/OIP/ePOLMAN/SI(PERS)%201-6%20-%20Safeguarding%20Children%20Awareness%20Package.aspx

37. All newly appointed instructors and officers must complete the SIP course within 12 months of appointment.

38. All Command positions and Senior AAFC Staff are encouraged to apply to attend the SLT Development Program.

39. Members are not to be placed in supervisory roles, or to be counted in staff to cadet ratios for purposes of activity planning and delivery, unless all training has been completed and certification is recorded in CadetOne.

40. The granting of extensions of time by the CDR-AAFC to comply with mandatory requirements of service in the AAFC must not be anticipated as each application will be dealt with on merit.

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Defence mobile phones

41. The AFLO Office needs to be advised of any changes in ownership of Defence issued mobile phones. Any members who have recently taken over a Defence mobile phone are requested to contact SGT Turner so he can send out the required 'paperwork' for changes in phone ownership. SGT Turner can be contacted by email at graham.turner5@defence.gov.au.

42. A new Defence policy for management of mobile devices, including mobile phones, will be posted to the 3WG Website and incorporated into the new 3WG Standing Instructions in due course. Owners of Defence issued mobile phones are advised to make themselves familiar with this policy.

Rescinded - Closure of 319 Squadron

43. As a result of recent changes at 319SQN Inverell, the OC has decided that the Squadron is to remain open for now and into the foreseeable future. This is a very welcome turn around for the Squadron and is no doubt welcome by the Cadets of 319SQN, many of whom would have had no choice but to terminate from the AAFC had the Squadron closed.

ANZAC Day 2015 – Sydney City March

44. Activity No. 28475 has been created for the ANZAC Day March through Sydney. SQNs will be required to endorse nominations to ensure COs are aware of nominating members of their SQN. A JI is already available for download from the Activity and will be circulated by email. All metro SQN members are encouraged to attend the City March. The OC would like to aim for as close to 200 Cadets in attendance on what will be one of the most public events of the year.

Hospitality and Catering – RAAF Richmond

45. Members should note the following changes to mess operations at RAAF RIC effective 01 Nov 2014:

a. Bars - Lunch time bar hours have been removed.

b. Weekend Meals RAAF Richmond – Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess closed. All meals to be served from Airmen's Mess.

c. Breakfast RAAF Richmond – Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess - continental breakfast only. Hot breakfasts will be served from the Airmen’s’ Mess only.

d. Steward services at the Officers’ Mess will be restricted to table clean up.

Sport and Recreation - RAAF Richmond

46. Pool season will be October long weekend to 31 Mar 15 (previously 25th April).

47. Pool opening hours will be 0600-1900 h (previously 0600-2100 h).

Commendations and awards

48. Officer Commanding Commendations issued by WGCDR(AAFC) J W Laycock on 22 Nov 14:

a. FLTLT(AAFC) Peter Beilby

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b. SQNLDR(AAFC) Larry Rice

c. SQNLDR(AAFC) James Klumpp

d. SQNLDR(AAFC) Darren Banfield

e. SQNLDR(AAFC) Michael White

f. FLTLT(AAFC) John Knight

49. Officer Commanding Commendations issued by WGCDR(AAFC) J W Laycock on 09 Dec 14:

a. FLTLT(AAFC) Yan De Horta

b. FLGOFF(AAFC) Rob McDonald

c. FSGT(AAFC) Marc Werner

d. FSGT(AAFC) Quincy Tse

50. The following member has been awarded the 1st clasp to Cadet Forces Medal:

a. FLTLT(AAFC) Rod Hobson

51. The following member has been awarded the Cadet Forces Medal:

a. SGT(AAFC) Brian Warwick

Qualified Stage Project AAFC Training VOCAST

52. Training Directorate is looking for an individual or team of cadets to undertake a Training Directorate Qualified Stage Project from February to April. It will be a short vodcast/screencast scripted, directed, shot and edited by the individual/team with mentoring, script editing and vetting conducted by the Training Directorate.

53. The Vodcast will be on a short video (maximum 2 minutes) on how to use CadetNet to access nationally approved AAFC resources, MoGT and other important training documents. It will also show how to use the search function effectively for training purposes. Its intended audience is varied, catering for a wide age range (13 to 65) and AAFC members who have no previous experience with CadetNet to a good level of functionality. This vodcast will be used nationally in AAFC training, beginning with the new Education Leadership (Instructional Technique) Package due in 2016.

54. The successful team will be required to check in weekly with their mentor. It is due on the 17 Apr 15, less than four weeks from the date of appointment. This is a virtual project and will not require face to face meetings. On completion of the project they will be granted a credit for their qualified award, regardless of their stage of training.

55. Application Details: Teams consisting of one or more AAFC members are invited to apply. Qualities of successful candidates include:

a. Working effectively within time restrictions

b. Effective voice expression, clarity and presentation skills

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c. Effective writing skills for training purposes

d. Ability to break components of program down into simple steps

e. Excellent editing skills

f. Excellent production vision and ability to turn ideas into reality

g. Access to appropriate internet, software, editing, filming and microphone tools (at least to a semi-professional standard)

h. Ability to work independently and as part of a team

i. Willingness and ability to take on constructive feedback

56. To apply, teams will be required to fill out an online form and e-mail an engaging introduction video of the team explaining how you would complete the project. It would also showcase appropriate and applicable skills you will use to produce the vodcast including technology, editing and that of the narrator/presenter. The application clip should be no more than 1.5 minutes (90 seconds) long and to a reasonable production standard. Please use the primary team members name in the file title.

57. To begin your application, apply here by the 13 Mar 15 https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/qualprojapp

58. To submit your 90 second application video, e-mail it here by the 13 Mar 15 sotna1.td@aafc.org.au

Expressions of interest - Commanding Officer 323SQN

59. Expressions of interest (EOI) are now invited from suitably qualified AAFC Members interested in appointment as the next Commanding Officer (CO) of 323SQN.

60. Reporting to the OC through the Regional XO, the CO of a Squadron has direct responsibility for the operational effectiveness of the most important unit structure in the AAFC, where service delivery of the AAFC program determines our success or otherwise, as an effective arm of the ADFC.

61. A CO is the AAFC's direct command link with our cadets and is often the public face of the AAFC within the community. The role is a pivotal one within the AAFC and, although demanding, it provides incumbents with an enormous sense of achievement when the capable direction of staff, management of resources, and motivation of cadets results in young Australians relishing their experience in the AAFC.

62. EOIs will be accepted from members of any rank of SGT(AAFC) and above. A minimum of 5 years AAFC service within a Squadron environment is considered desirable but not essential.

63. The successful applicants will be appointed to a fixed term engagement as CO of 323SQN for a period up to 3 years with the option of a further two year extension exercisable at the discretion of OC 3WG AAFC. A full position description is enclosed.

64. Applicants are encouraged to seek guidance and make general enquiries on the role to the relevant XO prior to submitting a completed EOI.

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Duties & Responsibilities

Command: The CO has absolute responsibility for all decisions and actions that occur within the Squadron. They must therefore ensure:

- Squadron members at all times abide in letter and spirit with the law,

Cadet Force Regulations, AAFC Policy Manual, and all other applicable policies, instructions and directives;

- all activities at completed in a safe manner, noting specifically OH&S

policies and practices; - the physical and mental wellbeing of all members of the Squadron is

looked after, noting specifically ‘Equity and Diversity’ policies and practices;

- that a long term strategic vision is developed for the Squadron; - that all cadets and staff at the Squadron are mentored and developed; - that the ‘Youth Development Philosophy’ is implemented at the

Squadron; - that inspirational leadership is offered to the Squadron; Personnel –

Cadets: The CO is responsible for: - personally approving the enrolment of all Cadets at the Squadron; - approving all cadet reclassifications and promotions; - approving the nominations of cadets for all activities; - selecting cadets for promotion courses that display the requisite skills

to pass those courses; - approving all cadet transfers to and from the Squadron; - approving the terminations of all cadets. (Note: cadet terminations for misconduct, promotions to acting rank and

cadet demotions must be approved by the Wing OC.

Personnel – Staff: The CO is responsible for: - personally vetting and recommending all staff applications from

within the Squadron; - recommending the promotions of Squadron staff; - verifying the entitlement of Cadet Forces Allowance for members on Squadron activities.

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Training: The CO is responsible for:

- ensuring all cadets are trained in the best possible way; - signing off on a Squadron rolling eighteen month training calendar

every six months; - approval of OA86s at CO level;

- ensuring all training occurs IAW Manual of Ground Training

(MOGT);

- ensuring staff complete required staff training;

- ensuring all cadets receive extra-MOGT training commensurate with the AAFC’s ‘Youth Development Philosophy’;

- ensuring staff are developed and mentored with a view to succession

planning. Recruiting: COs are responsible for the recruiting of cadets and staff to the Squadron, with the assistance of Wing and HQAAFC programs. COs should work to form relationships within the local community.

Finance: COs are responsible and accountable for all financial transactions that occur within the SQN, including:

- ensuring accurate records are maintained and presented to Wing HQ

as required;

- authorising all payments from Squadron accounts;

- ensuring the payment of all Wing and HQAAFC levies and fees;

- approving the Squadron’s operating budget; - setting the rates of any parent contributions to the Squadron.

Administration: COs are responsible for the quality of all

outgoing correspondence from the SQN, and all internal Squadron administration. COs are required to ensure that all information from the chain of command is disseminated to appropriate members of the Squadron.

Logistics: COs are accountable for all equipment and assets owned by the Squadron, all equipment from any source loaned to the Squadron, and all Defence assets possessed by the Squadron.

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Representation: It is the duty of the CO to represent the views of all members of the Squadron in a professional manner, notably at CO conferences or similar. It is a required that all COs ensure that cadets are correctly represented in the Cadet Reference Group. It is the duty of the CO to represent correctly all AAFC policies and directives to all members of the Squadron. Normally, it is the role of the CO to liaise with Wing Headquarters.

Key Relationships

OC; Wing Headquarters; Cadets of the Squadron; Staff of the Squadron; Parents; Local community groups; Any other group that can benefit the Squadron.

Caveat This position description is a guide only. Ultimately, the division of duties within a Squadron is the responsibility of the Commanding Officer, who must assign tasks and responsibilities as best benefits the cadets of their Squadron.

Sponsor: SOADMIN Authority: COS-AAFC Last Update: 01 Aug 09

Any suggested changes or amendments should be sent via the chain of command to SOADMIN HQAAFC (soadmin@aafc.org.au).

Wing Commander Rollo Kingsford-Smith DSO AM DFC

As you walk into the 3 Wing Australian Air Force Cadets Headquarters building on the left hand side,

you are greeted by an Honour Wall which lists all of the former Officers Commanding of 3 Wing. The

first name on the list has a familiar ring to it.

Between 2 Jul 50 and 2 Oct 52 Wing Commander Rollo Kingsford-Smith was the first NSW State

Commandant. Rollo was the nephew of Sir Charles Kingsford Smith and with that famous surname,

it was almost inevitable that he would become an aviator.

In July 1938, before the outbreak of WWII, Rollo joined the RAAF as an Officer Cadet and

commenced his pilot training at 1FTS, RAAF Point Cook. He graduated as a Pilot Officer in June 1939

and was posted to number 6 SQN at RAAF Station Richmond. This was part of Coastal Command

flying the Avro Anson and later Lockheed Hudson. He was posted to Bairnsdale in Victoria as a flying

instructor on Hudson and Beaufort aircraft.

In 1942 at the age of 22 he was promoted to Squadron Leader and then posted to England, leaving

his wife and baby daughter behind in Australia. Sqn. Ldr. Kingsford-Smith expected to be flying

Sunderland’s in Coastal Command but when he arrived in London he was met by Air Vice Marshall

Henry Wrigley, the Air Officer Commanding Overseas Headquarters. He was posted to 467 SQN

RAAF, part of RAF Bomber Command to fly the Avro Lancaster Bomber. This was the first of the

dedicated RAAF Squadrons to form under Australian Command in accordance with Article XV of the

Empire Air Training Scheme. Prior to this, RAAF Aircrew flew in over 400 separate units within the

RAF during WWII. They were dispersed throughout the RAF with little Australian control.

In November 1943, at just 23 years of age he was promoted to Wing Commander. Wing

Commander Rollo Kingsford Smith was made Commanding Officer of RAAF 463 SQN, the second and

last of the Australian Squadrons in Bomber Command. Prime Minister John Curtin visited the

Australian Squadrons at RAF Waddington in May 1944 and awarded Rollo the Distinguished Flying

Cross. Rollo Kingsford-Smith flew 34 bombing missions, including the Normandy coast on D-Day.

Losses in Bomber Command were devastating on average about 15% for every mission. That meant

for every 20 aircraft that went up, only 17 would return. In April 1945 he took command of 627

SQN, a Pathfinder unit flying Mosquitoes. The Pathfinders dropped flares accurately on targets to

improve the accuracy of the following raids of heavy bombers. Over 10,000 Australians served in

Bomber Command. Over 3,500 of them did not return, many more were injured or taken prisoner.

At the end of the war, Rollo Kingsford-Smith worked for the aircraft manufacturing and maintenance

company Hawker de Havilland at Bankstown Airport. He became Managing Director of that

company in the early 1960s and retired as Chairman in 1990. Rollo Kingsford-Smith was appointed a

Member of the Order of Australia in 1985 for his Service to the Aviation industry in Australia and for

the development of high technology exports.

In 1950, as a RAAF Reserve Officer, Wing Commander Rollo Kingsford-Smith was made the Inaugural

NSW State Commandant for the Air Training Corps. WGCDR Kingsford-Smith started the transition

from a war time Air Training Corps, providing skills for potential aircrew to the youth organisation it

is today.

Rollo was active in veteran affairs and he initiated the establishment of Bomber Command

Association in Australia and the annual Bomber Command Commemorative Day in Australia. He was

also Patron of the NSW Branch of the 463/467 SQN Association

So this ANZAC Day, if you are lucky enough to be in the parade in Sydney, or watching on the ABC,

keep an eye out for the banners of 463/467 SQN Association and Bomber Command and remember

the place that one of their leaders played in the development of the Australian Air Force Cadets you

are a proud member of.

Further Reading: Lancaster Men: Aussie Heroes of Bomber Command by Peter Rees, ISBN: 9781741752076

I wouldn’t have missed it for quids, private memoir by Rollo Kingsford-Smith

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