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Australian Navy Cadets | |
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![]() Australian Navy Cadet Crest | |
Active | 1907 – present |
Country | ![]() |
Allegiance | King Charles III |
Branch | Navy |
Type | Volunteer youth organisation |
Size | 92 units, 2,200 cadets |
Part of | Australian Defence Force Cadets |
Headquarters | Directorate ANC, Brindabella Business Park, Canberra |
Nickname(s) | ANC |
Motto(s) | Integrity and Endeavour |
March | Royal Australian Navy |
Anniversaries | 1 July |
Vessels operated | Corsair, Envy, Various powerboats, Aquila RHIB, Scruffy, Bosun's mate, Hobi Catamaran, RS Quest |
Website | www |
Commanders | |
Director General ANC | Commodore David Greaves, RAN |
National Commander ANC | Captain Peter Alderson, ANC |
Chief of Staff | Vacant |
Notable commanders | Sir David Martin |
Insignia | |
Australian Navy Cadets Ensign (2001–present) | ![]() |
Naval Reserve Cadets Ensign (1972–2001) | ![]() |
Australian Sea Cadet Corps Ensign (1956–1972) | ![]() |
Naval Ensign (1907–1956) | ![]() |
The Australian Navy Cadets (ANC) is a leading national youth development organisation, with the character and values of the Australian Navy, founded on a strong community partnership, fostering and supporting an ongoing interest in the Australian Navy.
Together with the Australian Air Force Cadets and Australian Army Cadets, it forms the Australian Defence Force Cadets. It hosts over 87 units.
History
The organisation was founded in the early 1900s and officially recognised under the Naval Defence Act in 1910. Prior to 1973, the organisation was known as the Australian Sea Cadet Corps, and was jointly administered by the Royal Australian Navy and the Navy League of Australia. After 1973, the Navy assumed full responsibility for the Corps, which was renamed the Naval Reserve Cadets. The Australian Government review, 'Cadets The Future' recommended a final name change to Australian Navy Cadets in 2000.[1]
- Admiral of the Corps
Appointee | From | To |
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King George VI | 1942 | 1952 |
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh | 1952 | 1992 |
Prince Andrew, Duke of York | 1992 | 2019 |
Princess Anne, Princess Royal | 2021 | Present |
Below is a list of names held by both the Naval League and Defence run/sponsored programs including the original 'Church of England – Boys Naval Brigade' from 1901 to 1911:[2]
- Boys Naval Brigades (Victoria) 1901–1911 (Run in conjunction with the Church of England)
- Australian Naval Cadet Corps ANCC 1907–1950 (Defence)
- Navy League Sea Cadet Corps NLSCC (1920–1950) (Navy League)
- RANR Cadets 1950–1973 (Defence)
- Australian Sea Cadet Corps ASCC (1950–1972) (Navy League)
- (1973– Navy League and Defence cadets merged into one unit, the NRC)
- Naval Reserve Cadets NRC (1972-31 March 2000) (Defence)
- Australian Navy Cadets ANC (1 April 2000 – present) (Defence)
Aims
The ANC provides a well-planned and organised youth development program based on maritime skills in an inclusive and adventurous environment. The program, which encompasses Navy Values and Signature Behaviours, is designed to nurture and develop:
- service, courage, respect, integrity and excellence
- self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline, teamwork and leadership,
- a sense of moral compass and respect for others regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disability
- an understanding of the importance to the Nation of Australia’s maritime domain.
The program is delivered by enthusiastic and dedicated ANC adult volunteers
through a range of safe, enjoyable and rewarding experiences.
Organisation
The 87 Training Ships (units) across Australia have a total membership around 500 staff and 2,400 cadets,[3] including several that have been formed in high schools. These Training Ships are split into 9 Flotillas throughout the country.
The ANC adheres to a rank structure similar to the Royal Australian Navy, with cadets having the opportunity to progress from the rank of Cadet Recruit (CDTRCT) to Cadet Warrant Officer (CDTWO). Each unit has a complement which lays out how many cadets the unit is allowed to carry and how many are allowed at each rank. Promotions to Junior Sailor ranks are at the digression of the Commanding Officer (CO) of the respective unit. The ANC requires the cadet to experience a list of different activities and roles as well as complete a task book. This book can be completed during a promotion course or over the course of many routine parades. A 'Learning Check' is also required to be completed at the end of a course, which the cadet must pass to be eligible to be promoted. The structure and organisation of the ANC is based on that of the Royal Australian Navy, but additionally features a large community-involvement component.
Flotillas
There are currently 9 Flotillas in the Australian Navy Cadets. Each Flotilla has a Flotilla Commander (FLOTCOM) in charge who is the rank of Lieutenant Commander, ANC.
Flotilla Name | Flotilla Commander | Motto |
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Attack Flotilla | LCDR Lara Rice, ANC | "Force in the North" |
Daring Flotilla | LCDR Chris Moyle, ANC | "We Stand As One" |
Kellatie Flotilla | LCDR Bill Mckay, ANC | "To Serve" |
Lonsdale Flotilla | LCDR Loretta Coste, ANC | "Wisdom Is Strength" |
Moreton Flotilla | LCDR Jon Klaebe, ANC | "Strong And Steady" |
Taipan Flotilla | LCDR Nicole Mackay, ANC | "Swift And Sure" |
Torrens Flotilla | LCDR Pieter Scott, ANC | "Faith And Fortitude" |
Waratah Flotilla | LCDR Connor Boesel, ANC | "Advance Together" |
Westralia Flotilla | LCDR Bob Hughes, ANC | "Faithful And Bold" |
ANC ranks
Ranks of the Australian Navy Cadets are divided into staff ranks and cadets ranks. Volunteers do not become staff until appointed by the ANC.
Staff ranks
From December 2021, all staff members hold Officer of Cadets (OOC) ranks, with Instructor of Cadets (IOC) ranks becoming inactive.
Example of Use (officer); LCDR Joe Blogg, ANC
Cadet Ranks
ADFC Cadets |
CDT 9 (Special Grade) | CDT 8 | CDT 7 | CDT 6 | CDT 5 | CDT 4 | CDT 3 | CDT 2 | CDT 1 | CDT (R) | |||
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Australian Navy Cadets[4] |
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Cadet Warrant Officer | Cadet Chief Petty Officer | Cadet Petty Officer | Cadet Leading Seaman | Cadet Able Seaman | Cadet Seaman | Cadet Recruit | |||||||
CDTWO | CDTCPO | CDTPO | CDTLS | CDTAB | CDTSMN | CDTRCT |
Example of Use; CDTPO Joe Bloggs
Volunteers
- Defence Approved Helper – DAH
Example of Use; Mr Joe Bloggs – DAH
National commanders and directors general
The basic naval reserve cadet (NRC) command structure prior to 2001 was:
Director of Naval Reserves and Cadets (DNRC) was a RANR Officer in Canberra who had overall authority of the Naval Reserve Cadets. Each state had a Senior Officer Naval Reserve Cadets (SONRC) who answered to the LNA or Local Naval Authority usually the Commanding Officer (CO) of the establishment on which the NRCHQ of that state resided. A Cadet Liaison Officer (CLO), usually a RANR Officer, was situated in HMAS Cairns, HMAS Moreton, HMAS Watson, HMAS Lonsdale, HMAS Encounter, HMAS Huon and HMAS Leeuwin (all shore bases at the time). The CLO had responsibility for the liaising between the NRC and RAN in their state. There was no national HQ or national staff until the ANC was established in 2001.
Rank | Name | Post-nominals | Branch | Tenure |
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Director NRC | ||||
Captain | David Martin | RAN | 1973–1974 | |
Commander | Allan Vidler | NRC | ||
Commander | Christine Reinks | NRC | ||
National Commander ANC | ||||
Captain | Gavin Reeves | ANC | November 1999 – 25 February 2007 | |
Commander | John Goss | AM | RANR | 25 February 2007 – 13 August 2008 (Acting) |
Captain | Eliot Fisher | ESM | ANC | 13 August 2008 – 13 August 2011 |
Captain | John Gill | ANC | 13 August 2011 – 30 June 2014 | |
Captain | Eliot Fisher | ESM, OAM | ANC | 13 August 2014 – 1 January 2017 |
Captain | Kerry Rayner | OAM | ANC | 1 January 2017 – 1 January 2020 |
Captain | Martin Blume | ANC | 1 January 2020 – December 2022 | |
Captain | Peter Alderson | ANC | 1 January 2023 - Present |
Prior to 2001 the ANC did not have the title or position 'Director General ANC', instead the overall Commander's position was called 'Director of Reserves Navy' which was a RAN – RANR position.
Rank | Name | Post-Nominals | Branch | Tenure |
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Director General ANC | ||||
Commodore | Nigel Coates | AM | RAN | 2005–2007 |
Commodore | Karel de Laat | CSC, RFD | RANR | 2007-2007 |
Commodore | Michael Smith | AM | RANR | 2007–? |
Commodore | Geoff Geraghty | AM | RANR | ? – 1 February 2014 |
Director General Australian Navy Cadets and Reserves | ||||
Commodore | Geoff Geraghty | AM | RANR | 2 February 2014 – 30 November 2014 |
Commodore | Bruce Kafer | AM, CSC | RANR | 1 December 2014 – 9 March 2017 |
Commodore | Mark Hill | CSC | RAN | 10 March 2017 – May 2019 |
Commodore | David Greaves | RAN | May 2019 – Present |
Uniforms/Awards
The uniforms of the Australian Navy Cadets are based on that of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), with only a few differences such as the shoulder flashes of the ANC reading "AUSTRALIAN NAVY CADETS" as opposed to the RAN's "AUSTRALIA" flashes. Also cadets can be awarded "Cuff Rates", worn on the right cuff of the black/white surge jacket (depending on which time of year, as to which version of the uniform).
There are 3 tiers to each, and when wearing DPNU/MMPU each cadet (CDT SMN or above) is issued a black brassard to wear with Velcro to attach their unit patch as well as the Elective Patch of the highest rating for each Elective they participate in. The teers are Bronze, Sliver, and Gold. On ceremonial uniform, if you have reached any level of an elective, you wear a Cuff Rate by the same design standards as the old Cuff Rates (no change of embroidery with varying levels).
For various reasons, the uniforms of Senior Sailors (Cadet Petty Officer and Cadet Chief Petty Officer) are not similar to that of the RAN. Instead conforming to the Junior Sailor's uniform prescribed above. This needed the design of a new rank badge for CDT CPO, who would wear a pin on their collar on the RAN uniform.
CDTWO, however, are issued a version of Senior Sailor uniform, more similar to that of the RAN.
Award | Staff | Cadet | Years Service | Notes |
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Personal Efficiency Badge | All Ranks | All Ranks (except RCT) | completion of set qualification criteria personal readiness with 12 month renewal |
Staff (Silver Badges with Gold Wheel) Cadet (Silver Badge with Silver Wheel) |
ACT Completion Certificate | N/A | All Ranks eligible | Completion of an ACT specialisation | Differs per flotilla |
Long Service & Good Conduct Stripe | N/A | All Ranks (except WO & MIDN) | Staff (1 for every 4 years of Service) (1 for 4 years service as a cadet) (1 for every 4 years service in the RAN or RANR) (maximum of 3 stripes) Cadet (1 stripe for every year of service) (maximum of 3 stripes) |
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5 Year Service Certificate | All Ranks | N/A | completion of 5 years service | |
10 Year Service Certificate | All Ranks | N/A | completion of 10 years service | |
Australian Cadet Forces Service Medal | All Ranks | N/A | For 15 Years Long Service | A bar is awarded for every five years thereafter. |
National Commander ANC Commendation | All Ranks | N/A | for meritorious service | In Gold, Silver and Bronze. |
Director General ANC Commendation | All Ranks | N/A | for extraordinary meritorious service | In Gold, Silver and Bronze. |