413 ACU Pipes and Drums

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Interested in learning Pipes and Drums as an Australian Army Cadet? We Parade Thursday nights 6:30pm - 9:30pm during school terms! Come in and try any time!

Be a part of the Australian Army Cadets and play with the Pipes & Drums! Parades are Thursday Nights from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. For all inquiries please contact the Officer Commanding, CAPT(AAC) Jessica McCarthy. Email: [email protected]

Pipes and Drums offer a wide variety of opportunities within the AAC. We still teach our cadets lessons from the Cadet Development Curriculum (CDC) to ensure they get the same opportunities as other cadet units, as well as so they can progress through the system and experience activities like Leadership and Instructor courses (LAI) as well as Ex Rising Sun (formally known as AFX). However, one of our staff has created a Pipes and Drums CDC that we're trialing through the unit to ensure it is successful and beneficial for cadets who want to be a musician, learn how to be a piper or a drummer, or would like to try a new skill.

28/09/2026

🎶 RHYTHM IN FORMATION

413ACU have been working tirelessly to prepare for upcoming events. These include End of Year Parades, Dining in Nights, and Christmas Pageants.
A huge thank you to Lewy Hayward, a former 413ACU member, who provided training this day.
Stay tuned for what's to come!

02/09/2026

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15/08/2026

LEADERSHIP AND PROMOTIONS

413ACU has recognised the efforts, training and commitment of the following cadets. These cadets have completed leadership courses over the last couple of months, and held themselves to the standard expected of their rewarded rank.

CDTSGT Freya Stewart
Newly appointed Company Commander of 413ACU

CDTLCPL Christopher Parry

CDTLCPL Jesse Martin

We all look forward to seeing what you bring in your new roles! Well done!

14/08/2026

RECOGNITION 🥁
After years of experience and dedication, CDTSGT Stewart has officially been recognised and appointed the role of Drum Sergeant of the Band.
The appointment was awarded by our Music Director DAH William Mullighan.

Well done!

27/06/2026

KINGS BIRTHDAY PARADE

Enjoy some of the tunes played by 413 ACU at the Cadet Tri-Service King’s Birthday Parade.

Tunes Performed:
March Off - Waltzing Matilda and Scotland the Brave

Weapons used in this ceremony are permanently modified and unable to be fired.

26/06/2026

KINGS BIRTHDAY PARADE

Enjoy some of the tunes played by 413 ACU at the Cadet Tri-Service King’s Birthday Parade.

Tunes Performed:
General Salute - Wings

Weapons used in this ceremony are permanently modified and unable to be fired.

26/06/2026

KINGS BIRTHDAY PARADE

Enjoy some of the tunes played by 413 ACU at the Cadet Tri-Service King’s Birthday Parade.

Tunes Performed:
March Past - Will Ye No Come Back Again and We’re No Awa’ Tae Bide Awa’

Weapons used in this ceremony are permanently modified and unable to be fired.

25/06/2026

KINGS BIRTHDAY PARADE

Enjoy some of the tunes played by 413 ACU at the Cadet Tri-Service King’s Birthday Parade.

Tune Performed:
Review - Highland Cathedral

Weapons used in this ceremony are permanently modified and unable to be fired.

11/06/2026

KINGS BIRTHDAY PARADE

Enjoy some of the tunes played by 413 ACU at the Cadet Tri-Service King’s Birthday Parade.

Tunes Performed:
March On - Wings and Rowan Tree

Weapons used in this ceremony are permanently modified and unable to be fired.

08/06/2026

KING’S BIRTHDAY TRI-SERVICE CADET PARADE

On Saturday 6 June, cadets from all three services came together at Keswick Barracks for the 2nd Annual King’s Birthday Tri-Service Cadet Parade.

The parade showcased the strong partnership between the Australian Navy Cadets, Australian Army Cadets and Australian Air Force Cadets, with cadets proudly representing their units in a display of leadership, discipline and service.

The parade was honoured to be reviewed by Air Vice-Marshal Jason Begley, CSM.

A special thank you to 413 ACU Pipes and Drums, whose outstanding performance added tradition, pride and ceremony to the occasion.

Events such as this provide cadets with the opportunity to come together as one cadet community, strengthening friendships across the services while honouring the service and dedication of His Majesty King Charles III.

Congratulations to all cadets, staff and volunteers who contributed to the success of this significant parade. We look forward to continuing this tradition in the years ahead.

Stay tuned for more photos as we receive them from the photographer.

Weapons used in this ceremony are permanently modified and unable to be fired.

Address

Building 20, Keswick Barracks
Keswick, SA
5035

Opening Hours

6:30pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

08 8305 6439

Website

https://www.armycadets.gov.au/find-a-unit/unit?ua=413ACU

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