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Defence recognises employers of AAFC cadet staff

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Employers across all Australian states and territories were formally recognised by Defence as part of the new ADF Cadet Staff Employer Recognition Program. The program allows Defence to formally acknowledge the businesses and workplaces supporting cadet staff through leave and other support as volunteers. It also gives staff the opportunity to thank their employers for their support.
Picture of Flight Lieutenant Cathy Hobson from the Australian Air Force Cadets (AAFC) congratulates AAFC Cadet Corporal Adil Shaikh with his Solo Power Flight patch after his first solo flight in a Diamond DA40 NG Star aircraft at RAAF Base Richmond, New South Wales.

CDR AAFC 2025 End of Year video

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In this video, Group Captain (AAFC) Stephen Johns, Commander AAFC, reflects on 2025, as the Air Force Cadets continued to inspired our youth to contribute to Australia’s future success.
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DG End of Year // Farewell

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In this video, Air Commodore Craig Heap thanks the AAFC and reflects on his time as Director General Cadets-Air Force.
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Cadet News Volume 26 - December 2025

Cadets
In the last Cadet News for 2025, learn about the new AAFC Strategy 2030 and after 5 years in the role, DG Cadets-AF Air Commodore Craig Heap says farewell.
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STRATEGY 203O // AIR FORCE CADETS

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AAFC 2030: A new strategy for a new generation. Introducing the Australian Air Force Cadets Strategic Plan 2030 - our roadmap to a future that’s resilient, relevant, and ready. This strategy strengthens how we train, support and empower young Australians, backed by modern systems and a clear alignment with Air Force direction.
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The Australian Air Force Cadets acknowledges this country and its traditional custodians.

We acknowledge and respect the spiritual relationship between the traditional custodians and this country which is inspired by language of songs, dance law and dream time stories over many thousands of years and we pay our respect to the elders who have passed into the dreaming, those here today, and those of tomorrow. May we continue to peacefully walk together in gratitude, respect and kindness in caring for this country and each other.