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25.01.2022 http:// FIELCRAFT RECRUIT ON NOW!! // ONLINE HOME TRAINING // The Online Home Training team have been hard at work planning and instructing session from all ranges of Aviation subjects. The Aerospace Recruit sessions have also just finished up with some fantastic participation. But don't you worry recruits! The team have just started instruction of Fieldcraft Recruit at the same timeslot - Thu 1800h.... For more information and the links to the zoom calls visit the 4WG Training page on Cadetnet or follow this link; https://members.cadetnet.gov.au//Onlin/Forms/AllItems.aspx

25.01.2022 http:// ISO EXPO | Wed 07 Oct 1900h | RAAF Roulettes // The Roulettes are the Royal Australian Air Force's aerobatic display team. First flying in 1970, in Macchi MB-326 aircraft, they performed their first display at RAAF Base Williams Point Cook. They later changed aircraft to the Pilatus PC-9/A (RAAF’s pilot training aircraft) in 1989. Now the Roulettes fly Pilatus PC-21 which are the one of most advanced training aircraft in the world. The Roulette team consists of six aircraf...t and seven pilots who also serve as Qualified Flying Instructors at RAAF East Sale. They complete two display seasons each year, lasting for six months each. Roulette displays are flown all around Australia and consist of a number of manoeuvres flown in various formations at a low level. They are an extension of formation, aerobatics, low-level flying, and airmanship skills, taught to Air Force pilots and developed throughout their career. The Roulettes fly as low as 250 feet (80 m) at speeds of up to 370 knots to 685km/h and pilots can experience up to 6 ‘G', or 6 times, the force of gravity during a display. Flying as close as three metres apart, the team showcases the level of visual judgement and hand-eye coordination that pilots in the Air Force are able to achieve. Check out this video to find out more about what a day in the life of a Roulette Piot is like! Post all your questions in the comments section, of what you want to ask them on the day! Attend the session to find out how these people became Roulette pilots whilst learning about their experiences within the RAAF and how you could possibly do the same! Registration is crucial to attend the event. You will be sent an email at 1700h on the day with the link to the event. So make sure you register, using the link below, before then! https://forms.gle/XnMuBaX3ufnRZ7zy8 #ISOEXPO #tomorrowsleaderstoday #youthdevelopment Air Force Roulettes https://www.youtube.com/watch

23.01.2022 http:// EFTS - Still Flying // From SQNLDR(AAFC) Scott Wiggins, Staff Officer Operations, Aviation Operations Wing, Australian Air Force Cadets. During the Operational Pause, the AAFC’s Elementary Flying Training School (EFTS) has been able to keep flying at our bases of RAAF Point Cook, RAAF Richmond and RAAF Amberley.... Unfortunately it’s not the type, or as much flying that EFTS want to be doing - which is inspiring the cadets of the AAFC. Instead we are undertaking the essential tasks of keeping our fleet of DA40NG aircraft serviceable and keeping certain nominated pilots/flying instructors current on the aircraft type. There are many restrictions on these operations like solo flights only, and the aircraft quarantined for a period of time after each flight along with the extensive aircraft cleaning inside and out. This is all in order to make the transition to flying with cadets again post Operational Pause as smooth as possible and back to normal operations. In the photos, taken on Thursday the 10 September 2020, are all three RAAF Point Cook based aircraft on final their approach to Essendon Airport to obtain fuel. And all three lined up on the tarmac at Essendon waiting for the tanker to arrive. We look forward to seeing our cadets back in the skies, and learning the wonder of flight! (Photo credits go to CPL(AAFC) Edward Vincent of EFTS and an aircraft spotters group at Essendon Airport). #AAFC #EFTS #flying #airforcecadets

23.01.2022 http:// MOVEMBER | 4WG IS IN - ARE YOU? // This year 4 Wing will be participating in Movember. This fundraising effort is all about raising awareness and funds for mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men's health. By 2030, they aim to reduce the number of premature men deaths by 25%. ... We are encouraging our 4 Wing community to become Mo Bros and Mo Sisters this year and signing up to take part in the event. There are many ways to participate other than just growing a Moustache. You could run or walk 60km in November for the 60 men who are lost to suicide globally every hour around the world. You could run your own Mo-Ment and have some fun with mates virtually or in person. Or you can Mo your own way and choose your own epic adventure challenge! Whatever you chose, either as a participant or just a supporter, register today using the following link. https://au.movember.com/register Make sure you enter your team as 4WG Australian Air Force Cadets!

21.01.2022 http:// HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO OUR AAFC DADS // To the Dads who take time away from their families to instruct. To the Dads who man the Bunnings barbecue. To the Dads who drive to parade nights and activities.... To the Dads who help find the missing ties, belts, ID cards, rank slides... To the Dads who spend their weekends on our activities. To the Dads who lend their equipment for bivs. To the Dads who support, mentor and guide us. To the foster, step and all kinds of dads. Happy Father's Day. Share with us your favourite photo of your AAFC Dad below! #4wing #aafc #aafcdads #fathersday

21.01.2022 http://CRG INTER-SQUADRON TRIVIA NIGHT// WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS SATURDAY ?// What are you doing this Saturday night 19 SEPTEMBER ? The CRG (Cadet Reference Group) are running a zoom Inter-squadron trivia night for all 4WG cadets to be involved in!... These trivia sessions will be a weekly occurrence over the next four weeks and are a great way for you to get to know other cadets from all over the Wing in these weird times. So why not get your team together and register now? https://members.cadetnet.gov.au/aafc//SitePages/4WGCRG.aspx

21.01.2022 http:// ISO EXPO | Sat 10 Oct 1400h | ADFA - Engineering Collaboration // Have you been fascinated by how aircrafts are flown; ships are maintained, and bridges are built? Then an ADFA Engineering degree may be for you! As an engineer in the ADF, you will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of formidable military assets such as tanks, warships, fighter jets and various infrastructure. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from a tri-service panel of ADFA Train...ee Officers studying Electrical, Mechanical and Civil Engineering. All of our panellists have been past cadets and will share their insights upon how they reached where they are and how they have been benefitted. MIDN Louis Vardy was a former LCDT at 415SQN and is currently studying a Bachelor Mechanical Engineering (Honours). He is in his second year at ADFA and is training to become a Marine Engineer in the Royal Australian Navy. OCDT Sonal Weerasinghe was a former CUO at 415SQN and is currently studying a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours). He is in his second year at ADFA and is training to become a General Service Officer in the Australian Army. OFFCDT Cameron Wang was a former CWOFF at 415SQN and is currently studying A Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Honours). He is in his third year at ADFA and is training to become an Electrical Engineer in the Royal Australian Air Force. Come join Louis, Sonal and Cameron to hear about their experiences so far and what you might get to experience through ADFA! Registration is crucial to attend the event. You will be sent an email at 1200h on the day with the link to the event. So make sure you register, using the link below, before then! https://forms.gle/XnMuBaX3ufnRZ7zy8 #ISOEXPO #tomorrowsleaderstoday #youthdevelopment

21.01.2022 http:// HIGHER EDUCATION // VIRTUAL OPEN DAYS // It is that time of year where you have the opportunity to explore what might be out there for you after school. Universities, TAFEs and other educational institutes are currently showing their potential courses via virtual open days! Go and explore the websites of these institutes to gain insights on potential futures within STEM, Arts, Business, and many more!... Major upcoming virtual open days; Australian Catholic University, 29 Aug 20, 05 & 12 Sep 20 Monash University, 29 - 31 Aug 20 University of Melbourne, 05 - 17 Sep 20 Victoria University, 29 Aug 20 Other event details can be found with the link below https://www.vtac.edu.au/opendays.html #TomorrowsLeadersToday

21.01.2022 http:// VIRTUAL HOME TRAINING // Cadets have you checked your emails ? The project team behind a virtual home training series wants to know your thoughts! At this point in time, it's for Basic to Qualified stages with more plans in the works.

19.01.2022 http:// 4WG PEER AWARDS // Do you know someone who deserves to be recognised within our Wing? If so now is your time to recommend them for the 4 Wing peer awards! ... To nominate someone, use the links below and fill out their details and answer why you believe they deserve to be recognised in that field. Nominations close Sun 06 Sep 20! Cadet Award Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LDW3QDX Staff Award Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TGM8BNZ #4wgpeerawards #tomorrowsleaderstoday

19.01.2022 \\ RUOK?DAY 2020 \ MORE TO SAY AFTER R U OK? \\ Today, Thursday 10 Sep is RUOK? Day. It marks a day on which we are reminded that we should support people who may be struggling, every day of the year. Especially in the unprecedented times, we find our selves in as a community. However, it does not end with you just asking "R U OK?" When someone expresses they are not doing well, or you suspect something could be wrong, make sure you take the time to listen, encourage action a...nd check-in. To help everyone better understand how to keep conversations going with people who say they're not OK, we encourage learning what to say after R U OK? Read the posters attached in the post and learn more about the topic from the national charity R U OK? They are dedicated to helping everyone have regular, meaningful conversations to support anyone struggling with life's ups and downs. If you ever need immediate crisis or emotional support you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, or the Employee Assistance Program available for all of our members. #RUOKDay #theresmoretosay

17.01.2022 http:// FIELDCRAFT RECRUIT ONLINE HOME TRAINING // ARE YOU COMING TONIGHT? // Recruits, did you enjoy the Aersospace Recruit Online Home Training subject?? Are you sad it only lasted a few weeks? Don't you worry! The Online Home Training team have got Fieldcraft Recruit ready to go for you starting tonight!! ... Login to the same zoom link for ASR and learn Fieldcraft Recruit from some of the best in the wing!! If you have any questions or issues please email mailto:[email protected]

16.01.2022 http:// ISO EXPO | Sat 10 Oct 1000h | United Nation Youth Australia // UN Youth Victoria is a division of UN Youth Australia, a national youth-led organisation that aims to educate and empower young Australians on global issues. At UN Youth Victoria, we educate over 2,000 young Victorians each year about international issues and the role of the UN. Our activities are run for youth and by youth, and everything we do is aimed at empowering young people to be leaders on the world sta...ge. Nell Crossett is the President of UN Youth Victoria, responsible for overseeing all of the operations within the division, leading the strategic direction of the organisation and liaising with other divisions and our national counterpart. Outside of UN Youth, Nell is a final year student studying a Bachelor of Arts at Monash University and works part-time in administration. Eleanor Forwood is the Strategy & Partnerships Director at UN Youth Victoria, responsible for maintaining and seeking out partnerships for the organisation. This can be in the form of seeking sponsorship to cover bursaries for students to attend events at a discounted price or joining forces to share knowledge and run collaborative events. Outside of UN Youth, Eleanor is a final year student studying Mechatronics Engineering at Monash University and works part-time developing software. Come joining Nell and Elenor to learn more about how you can get involved within UN Youth Australia to grow as a person and become empowered about all global issues. Learn more at their website: https://unyouth.org.au/ Register for the event today! You will be sent an email at 0800h on the day with the link to the event. So make sure you register, using the link below, before then! https://forms.gle/XnMuBaX3ufnRZ7zy8 #ISOEXPO #tomorrowsleaderstoday #youthdevelopment UN Youth Victoria

14.01.2022 http://SIGN UP NOW // 4WG ONLINE HOME TRAINING// 4WG Training is pleased to announce the subjects and schedule for the Online Home Training Program for Term 4 2020. Thanks to your survey data, subjects and instructors have been selected, and delivery is scheduled to beginning 05 Oct 20. Subjects to be delivered are:... ASR - Aeronautical Skills Recruit ASB - Aeronautical Skills Basic AVP - Aviation Proficiency AVA - Aviation Advanced AEE - Aircraft Engines Elective Zoom Invite Links will be uploaded to the 4WG Training SharePoint closer to scheduled delivery. Is the training optional? Yes! Training is optional, and you can participate in as many sessions as you like. To qualify for assessment back at your squadron though, you need to attend at least 80% of the sessions. Keep an eye out on Instagram and Facebook for updates. Any further queries should be directed to [email protected]

13.01.2022 http:// SQUADRON LEADERBOARD | ISO EXPO WEEK 2 // Week 2 of Iso Expo is finished after an exciting 6 session over the last weekend! It saw a new Squadron take the lead! 1. 410 Squadron Bendigo - 108 Points... 2. 418 Squadron Point Cook - 81 Squadron 3. 402 Squadron Watsonia - 63 Points 4. 417 Squadron City of Bayside - 62 Points 5. 415 Squadron Melbourne High School - 50 Points 6. 406 Squadron Frankston South - 45 Points 7. 414 Squadron Melbourne Girls' College - 41 Points 8. 401 Squadron Surrey Hills - 39 Points 9. 427 Squadron City of Greater Geelong - 37 Points 10.408 Squadron Ringwood East - 31 Points Who will finish in first place after the last week of Iso Expo? We will have to wait and see! Make sure you attend the last 5 sessions of the expo with Young Endeavour, Air Services Australia, Recreational Aviation Australia and Defence Force Recruiting holding two sessions about the Royal Australia Air Force and a Q&A with all three services. Find the links to the YouTube stream in your emails and make sure to fill in the Attendance Form to win those prizes. #ISOEXPO #tomorrowsleaderstoday #youthdevelopment

13.01.2022 http:// ISO EXPO | THE REVEAL // 4 Wing proudly presents to you #ISOEXPO! An event lasting three weeks bringing you the best, greatest and largest expo we have ever hosted. Making way for our regular Annual Parade and Expo event where we feature to our cadets’ opportunities, experiences and development for their future. However, this time we are giving it to you from the comforts of your own home!... This event featuring industries including Aviation, Engineering, STEM, Youth Development and Defence will enable our members to gain insights and experiences that will guide them for their future. Each event will last for an hour and will consist of some of the following; presentation, webinar and/or Q&A. All events will be delivered via our brand-new YouTube channel’ live stream. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCACSlwh54PThLOKBCbUPdPA A full list of all events and times can be found on the event page found below. https://www.facebook.com/events/749768815600486 By interacting more with the event our cadets have the opportunity to win Squadron and Individual prizes. These include; Roulette tour at Avalon Air Show 2021, free-flying lessons from RMIT University, signed Roulette posters, goodies bags from exhibitors and more. Be sure to register for the events by filling out the following form. Some events will be only for the 4 Wing community and others are open to the entire public. https://forms.gle/8AQWUyGFrUjrAp5r7 #4wing #4WG #AAFC #expo #aviation #tomorrowsleaderstoday #youthdevelopment #oneteamonedream Air Force Roulettes UN Youth Victoria Aerospace & Rocket Engineering Society - ARES Defence Jobs Australia BAE Systems RMIT University Confessions AeroboticsGlobal Kestrel Aviation Recreational Aviation Australia

11.01.2022 Our friends at Air Force are putting together a special Kids Activity Book for their Air Force 2021 (AF2021) centenary celebrations and we have been invited to contribute! We have a valued and close partnership with Air Force, and with our shared identity, ALL of our Air Force Cadets are welcome to take part in this competition! This initiative is set to engage with our own younger siblings, and kids in the community, keen to learn more about the Air Force Cadets and Air ...Force here in Australia! BRIEF AF2021 are looking for a cover page design for their kids activity book. This will be a keepsake for the Centenary celebrations and handed out at events as well as provided electronically on the RAAF website (refer to current book design in header image) Open to hand drawn designs, pictures of aircraft and/or Air Force related things, representing lots of colour and unique interpretations Create your masterpiece to suit an audience of 4-10 years old The design needs to be a full A4 page that can depict the AF2021 themes Then.Now.Always (refer to logo in header image) Once received by the AAFC80 Team, ALL designs will be submitted to Cadet Branch and the AF2021 Team for consideration The winning design will be printed on the cover of the AF2021 Centenary Kids Activity Book, with a total of 6 designs printed in the keepsake activity book! All entrants will receive an official AAFC80 / AF2021 Certificate of Appreciation To submit your final design, scan your A4 page to high resolution PDF or JPG and upload using the form below Entries close Wednesday 23 September 2020, 1700hrs AEST Get your creative juices flowing! The AAFC80 and AF2021 Teams look forward to receiving your designs. http://www.aafc.org.au/af2021kidsactivitybook/

10.01.2022 http:// BATTLE OF BRITAIN - 80th ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION //

08.01.2022 http:// EFTS - STILL FLYING // From SQNLDR(AAFC) Scott Wiggins, Staff Officer Operations, Aviation Operations Wing, Australian Air Force Cadets. During the Operational Pause, the AAFC’s Elementary Flying Training School (EFTS) has been able to keep flying at our bases of RAAF Point Cook, RAAF Richmond and RAAF Amberley.... Unfortunately it’s not the type, or as much flying that EFTS want to be doing which is inspiring the cadets of the AAFC. Instead we are undertaking the essential tasks of keeping our fleet of DA40NG aircraft serviceable and keeping certain nominated pilots/flying instructors current on the aircraft type. There are many restrictions on these operations like solo flights only, and the aircraft quarantined for a period of time after each flight along with the extensive aircraft cleaning inside and out. This is all in order to make the transition to flying with cadets again post COVID 19 as smooth as possible and back to normal operations. These photos, taken yesterday are of all three Point Cook based aircraft on final approach to Essendon Airport to obtain fuel. And all three lined up on the tarmac at Essendon waiting for the tanker to arrive. We hope to see our cadets back out in the skies experiencing the wonder of flight soon! (Photo credits go to CPL(AAFC) Edward Vincent of EFTS and an aircraft spotters group at Essendon Airport)

07.01.2022 Are you registered for tonight’s trivia ? If not follow this link now!

06.01.2022 http:// NATIONAL POLICE REMEMBERANCE DAY // We within the 4 Wing community are thankful for all the sacrifices that your police force make to help keep us safe. On this day, in particular, we remember all those who lost their lives protecting us! #neverforgetten

06.01.2022 http:// REMEMBRANCE DAY 2020 // On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month. We pause for one minute of silence to remember the soldiers who loss there lives fighting to protect the nation. On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous fighting. A conflict that saw 330,000 Australian Soldiers in active service, with approximately 60,000 of them lost their life, a further 88,000 s...uffered a variety of illnesses and injuries. On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month when the guns fell silent on the Western Front the German leaders signed an Armistice, bringing to an end the First World War. This day was know as Armistice day. At the end of the second world war it was renamed Remembrance day in order to pay respect to all the soldiers that have fallen in the line of duty. LEST WE FORGET!!!

06.01.2022 Vale SQNLDR(AAFC) Colin Palmer OAM A message from our Commander AAFC, Group Captain (AAFC) Mark Dorward: "Dear AAFC Family, With much sadness I write to advise of the sudden passing of Colin Palmer OAM. I am sure this news will come as a shock to many and this message is one I send with sadness.... Colin joined the Air Training Corps as a Cadet in 1969 and following age retirement as a Cadet Under Officer at 18 Flight Mascot he joined the CAF in 1974 and was appointed to Air Training Corps duties as a CPL. Colin was appointed as a PLTOFF(AIRTC) on 18 Oct 79 and progressed through all Officer ranks. He was appointed as the OC 3Wing from Jan 02 to Sep 04 when he was appointed at the Commander Australian Air Force Cadets and promoted to GPCAPT(AAFC). After completing his service as Commander, he continued to support national activities, particularly in his passion of Firearms Training. Colin was awarded the Australian Cadet Forces Service Medal on 18 Mar 1989 and his sixth clasp in Mar 19. Colin became a Member in the Order of Australia in 2019 in recognition of his 50 years of services to youth, particularly his contribution during his working life and to Cadets. Colin received a Chief of Air Force Commendation on 1 Oct 09 for his outstanding performance as the Commander AAFC. Our thoughts and condolences are extended to Colin’s family and loved ones at this difficult time."

05.01.2022 http:// ISO EXPO IS COMING // Are you interested in learning more about aviation, engineering and other development opportunities? Then our Iso Expo will be perfect for you! From the 07 to 25 Oct we along with some associated organisations will present you our community over 15 presentations on all the different programs available in the future for our cadets. From roulettes and ADFA to the Youth United Nations Organisation, you will be met with exciting and fun content to engage... with. You will be able to ask questions and gain more understanding about what all the different organisations do. So stay tuned for more updates and how to register with the full list of exhibitions to be published next week. #isoexpo #tomorrowsleaderstoday

04.01.2022 http:// VIRTUAL DINING IN NIGHT 2020 - 420SQN WANGARATTA SHINES // On Saturday 05 September 2020, cadets staff and special guests of 420 Squadron Wangaratta came together online for the first Virtual Dining In Night for 2020. Hosted by Commanding Officer PLTOFF(AAFC) Shane Nedeljkovic and Executive Officer SQNLDR(AAFC) Chrissy Hobbs, a huge amount of effort was made to create this historic Wing event for the squadron, to engage cadets and provide a continued sense of normal in ...this new online world we now live in. m From the dress uniform to formalities of the evening, to the special touches of formal invitations, printed menus and dinner placemats 420 Squadron have really set the bar high! At the conclusion of the event, CO 420SQN summed up the night by saying I am so honoured to have not only been part of this event but to have been given the opportunity to be your CO at this incredible moment in time. Your commitment to this evening and the way you have conducted yourselves is the whole reason 420 SQN can go anywhere time and again and be welcome. Thank you one and all Well done to 420 Squadron, and we look forward to seeing more squadrons taking up this opportunity to bring their cadets together during Operational Pause

04.01.2022 For those musicians in 4 Wing, you may be interested in tuning in to this incentive between 3 Wing Music flight and UK cadets!

03.01.2022 http:// GOOD LUCK YEAR 12 // Good luck to all of our Year 12's who are entering the exam period and completing their final exams for schooling in what has been an unprecedented year. You've put in the hard work, draw on your skills and attributes, and try your best. We know you will all do amazing!!