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24.01.2022 Today we commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day. To all those that served in Vietnam and paid the ultimate sacrifice, to those that returned and to those that are still carrying the physical or emotional scars, we thank you for your Service. Sometimes we take our freedom for granted. We should not!... We can never repay you for your sacrifice. But we can remember and say thank you. You service will be eternally remembered and appreciated. Rob Brennan Colonel Commander SQLD AAC BDE

23.01.2022 Remembrance Day On November 7th, 1920, in strictest secrecy, four unidentified British bodies were exhumed from temporary battlefield cemeteries at Ypres, Arras, the Asine and the Somme. None of the soldiers who did the digging were told why. ... The bodies were taken by field ambulance to GHQ at St-Pol-Sur-Ter Noise. Once there, the bodies were draped with the union flag. Sentries were posted and Brigadier-General Wyatt and a Colonel Gell selected one body at random. The other three were reburied. A French Honour Guard was selected and stood by the coffin overnight of the chosen soldier overnight. On the morning of the 8th November, a specially designed coffin made of oak from the grounds of Hampton Court arrived and the Unknown Warrior was placed inside. On top was placed a crusaders sword and a shield on which was inscribed: "A British Warrior who fell in the GREAT WAR 1914-1918 for King and Country". On the 9th of November, the Unknown Warrior was taken by horse-drawn carriage through Guards of Honour and the sound of tolling bells and bugle calls to the quayside. There, he was saluted by Marechal Foche and loaded onto HMS Vernon bound for Dover. The coffin stood on the deck covered in wreaths, surrounded by the French Honour Guard. Upon arrival at Dover, the Unknown Warrior was met with a nineteen gun salute - something that was normally only reserved for Field Marshals. A special train had been arranged and he was then conveyed to Victoria Station, London. He remained there overnight, and, on the morning of the 11th of November, he was finally taken to Westminster Abbey. The idea of the unknown warrior was thought of by a Padre called David Railton who had served on the front line during the Great War the union flag he had used as an altar cloth whilst at the front, was the one that had been draped over the coffin. It was his intention that all of the relatives of the 517,773 combatants whose bodies had not been identified could believe that the Unknown Warrior could very well be their lost husband, father, brother or son. The tomb of the unknown soldier in the Hall of Memory at the Australian War Memorial might seem to the casual visitor the timeless and natural symbolic centre of the memorial. But it was not always so: it was only in 1993 that the body of an unknown Australian soldier was repatriated and entombed here. We do not glorify war. We remember - with humility - the great and the ultimate sacrifices that were made, not just in this war, but in every war and conflict where our service personnel have fought - to ensure the liberty and freedoms that we now take for granted. Every year, on the 11th of November, we remember the Unknown Warrior. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.

17.01.2022 Like all other Australians, our Army Cadets have commemorated ANZAC Day differently this year. They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning.... We will remember them Lest We Forget #LestWeForget #AnzacDay2020 #WeWillRememberThem #AnzacAtHome

17.01.2022 Congratulations to one of our ACGS Cadets, George Forrest, who has taken the initiative to use his talents as a trumpeter and has decided to play The Last Post for his neighbourhood as a part of 'Light Up the Dawn' celebrations. Great work George!

17.01.2022 AAC in Army Newspaper (Page 17) https://www.defence.gov.au/news/armynews/

15.01.2022 142 ACU St George are seeking community volunteers who have a keen interest in working with teenagers to develop their potential as well as their own leadership and management skills. Joining the AAC can be a rewarding way to assist in developing Australia’s young people within your community. Adult Cadet Staff are appointed after undergoing a selection process, which includes police, referee and Working With Children checks, to assess their suitability to work with young... people. For further information please visit the website below or contact Australian Army Cadets - South Queensland Brigade via email [email protected]. https://www.armycadets.gov.au//information-for-adfc-adults/

13.01.2022 The Google Classroom is now open for cadets attending the SGT course in January 2021. Cadets are required to complete pre-course training and a number of tasks prior to the 6 January 2021.

11.01.2022 Today we commemorate Remembrance Day. This year has been a difficult year for everyone, and today is no different. There will be no ceremonies conducted enabling us to pause and remember as we have in years gone by. Despite this, we can individually take a moment to remember and ensure we maintain the intent and integrity of what is Remembrance Day. ... Lest We Forget Rob Brennan Colonel Commander SQLD AAC BDE

09.01.2022 Congratulations to all the graduates of this year’s CUO/WO’s course. Well done to all!

09.01.2022 This year, commemorating ANZAC Day will be like no other in modern history. We will be coming together in spirit, but not marching together side by side or mounting Catafalque Parties to honour our Veterans and Service personnel for their sacrifices. We can however, individually "Light up the Dawn" in our own residence.... Our Cadet Leadership group have stated that to them, ANZAC Day means: "Honouring, commemorating and remembering those brave Australian and New Zealand soldiers, sailors and airmen who shaped our countries." "A time for us to honour the past and present servicemen and women and to pass on the spirit of the Anzac's with the next generation." "Remembrance, respect, camaraderie, and most importantly selfless sacrifice." Just because we are not commemorating together, it does not lessen our gratitude to those men and women who have served: those currently serving; those deployed on Operations domestically and overseas; and those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to ensure we enjoy our freedom today. I am confident that the ANZAC Spirit is alive in each and every AAC SQLD BDE Cadet and Staff member. While this torch burns brightly among us, the sacrifices of our past and present Servicemen and women will never be forgotten or taken for granted. We will remember them. LEST WE FORGET. Rob Brennan COLONEL Commander Australian Army Cadets SQLD BDE

09.01.2022 Are you nominated to attend the upcoming CUO/WO course? The CUO/WO Course pre-course package is now available via Google Classroom. Watch the below video on how to access or chat to your unit staff to obtain a copy of the instructions. ... See you on course!

06.01.2022 Wishing everyone within our AAC Community a very safe and wonderful Christmas! 2020 has been an interesting year to say the least, and no doubt presented many of you with challenges to navigate along the way. Whilst Christmas is often that time to reconnect with family and friends and take some time unwind; Christmas can also be a difficult time for some who may be struggling with hardship, loss or challenge. ... Just a reminder that there are numerous support services available over the Christmas period including our Cadet Employee Assistance Program which is available 24/7 for our Cadet members, staff and their immediate family- 1300 687 327. Other support avenues (some include on-line support): Kids Helpline- 1800 551 800 (www.kidshelpline.com.au) Lifeline Australia- 13 11 14 Beyond Blue- 1300 224 636 (www.beyondblue.org.au) Headspace- 1800 650 890 (headspace.org.au/eheadspace) Open Arms- Veterans and Families Counselling- 1800 011 0

03.01.2022 Congratulations CUO Duncan