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- How old do you have to be to join Cadets?
You can join if you are 13 or in Year 9 at Secondary School. You join the New Zealand Cadet Forces by enrolling with your local Unit.
- Can both girls and boys join?
Yes.
- How much does it cost?
Each Unit sets its own fees, payable to the Support Commitee by term or by year. At No. 30 (Hobsonville) Squadron our yearly fees are $125.00 which cover basic unit costs, however, some activities throughout the year will have additional costs to cover transport, accommodation etc.
- How long can you serve for?
The majority of cadets serve for up to three years. After that, if you are a senior cadet, you can serve until your 20th birthday.
- Do I have to stay if I find Cadets is not for me?
No, you volunteer to enter Cadet Forces and you can leave at any time.
- What if I'm not too fit?
There is no requirement to meet a specific level of fitness to join Cadets. However, like many activities, if you are fit you will get greater enjoyment from your experiences.
- Do I have to join the Armed Forces when I leave?
No, Cadet Forces is a youth leadership training scheme and is not part of NZ Defence Forces.
- Will I be sent overseas to fight?
Definitely not, as stated above Cadet Forces is a youth leadership training scheme and is not part of NZ Defence Forces.
- What if I move town, can I join another Unit?
Yes, there are over 100 Units across New Zealand that you could transfer to.
- What does the New Zealand Defence Force provide cadets with?
The NZDF provides you with a uniform, less footwear They also supply Regular Force advisors and organise and pay for all the promotion courses you may be selected to attend. They also provide the subjects you will study.
- Where is No. 30 (Hobsonville) Squadron located?
We are based on RNZAF Base Auckland - 15 Takitimu St, Whenuapai, Auckland, New Zealand.
- How do I Join No. 30 (Hobsonville) Squadron?
Please see our Join us page.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 05 November 2009 20:32 |
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