31 Army Cadet Unit - Norwood

10/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS!!

On Thursday night, we proudly acknowledged our team of promotees!

It’s always so great to see our cadets work hard and earn their well deserved promotions.

Congratulations to each of you on this achievement!
Your promotion marks another important step in your leadership journey and we look forward to seeing you continue to grow, lead and inspire those around you.

Keep up the fantastic work, you should all be very proud of yourselves!

2LT(AAC) Carmel Hendy
Admin Officer
31 ACU

28/09/2026

Exercise Emu 2026 - One for the books 🌿

Welcome back to the cadets who have spent the week out at field and returned home on Saturday afternoon.

The aim of this exercise is to provide cadets with the opportunity to challenge themselves while working together as a team and learning new skills.

From participating in live fire on Range Day to putting their military skills to the test and ending the week with a talent show, this was certainly a week of enjoyable experiences.

Congratulations to all for a fantastic Annual Field Exercise (AFX)! 👏

28/09/2026

WELCOME BACK CADETS!!

We’re sure you’re all very glad to have your cadets back home they must have plenty of stories to share.

We were very fortunate with the weather and the cadets had a fantastic opportunity to meet and get to know cadets from other units. They spent the week taking part in challenging activities, learning new skills, pushing themselves outside their comfort zones and at the same time, having a heap of fun!

A big thank you to all our parents and families for your support in helping make the week possible. And a special thank you to those parents who had to make the trip up for pick-up a little earlier than expected. We really appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
It was great to see the cadets return with plenty of memories, stories and no doubt, a newfound appreciation for a shower and their own beds!

Lots of photos to follow soon
Thank you again for your continued support. It is very much appreciated.
2LT(AAC) Carmel Hendy
Admin Officer
31 ACU
0493 987 890 (Duty Officer's Line)

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06/09/2026

31ACU cadets are at Vermont south Bunnings, fundraising for Legacy.

An incredible organization that supports the families of our veterans.

We are here until 1400. Come down to have a look at our Bears, pens or badges.

LT(AAC) Kara Diakomanolis
31ACU Norwood ~ Ringwood

30/08/2026

Ex Aquaman
Cadets from 31 Army Cadet Unit - Norwood Ringwood and 306 Army Cadet Unit - Monash share their favourite moments from the weekend.

LT (AAC) Kara Diakomanolis
31 ACU Norwood ~ Ringwood

27/08/2026

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE RINGWOOD RSL.

We’d love to ask all of our parents, families and friends of the 31 Army Cadet Unit, to help us support one of our biggest and most valued sponsors, Ringwood RSL.

Ringwood RSL has supported our unit in so many ways and we are incredibly grateful for everything they do for our young people and our community.

So, if you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy a quick, delicious meal, visit the Ringwood RSL. You’ll find a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, great food and a wonderful local community.
Every visit helps us show our appreciation and support a business that gives so much back to our unit.

Thank you to Ringwood RSL for your ongoing support, we truly appreciate you!

2LT(AAC) Carmel Hendy
Admin Officer
31 ACU

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19/08/2026

Over the weekend, a group of our cadets travelled to Canberra to take part in the VIC BDE ADFA Open Day activity. After an 8‑hour trip on Friday, the team settled in and prepared for a full and exciting program.

On Saturday, cadets spent the day exploring the ADFA Open Day, meeting Defence personnel, learning about career pathways, and experiencing life at the Academy. The evening finished with a night bus tour around Canberra, giving cadets a chance to see key landmarks and learn more about the nation’s capital.

On Sunday, cadets took part in a leadership challenge course, building teamwork, communication, and resilience. They then visited the Australian War Memorial for a guided tour before beginning the 8‑hour journey back to Victoria.

31 ACU is proud of all cadets who attended and represented the unit with maturity, enthusiasm, and professionalism throughout the weekend.

LT (AAC) Kara Diakomanolis
31 ACU Norwood ~ Ringwood

09/08/2026

This weekend, 31 ACU had a team of cadets participate in the 34 Super Weekend, joining units from across the battalion for three days of activities and competition.

On Saturday, cadets moved through a rotation of activities including:

- Metal detectors
- Museum tour
- Tower climb

The day finished with a formal dinner, giving everyone a chance to relax, connect, and celebrate the effort put in throughout the day.

On Sunday, cadets took part in a WTSS competition, followed by a rotation of navigation and a truck display, showcasing skills, teamwork, and enthusiasm across the board.

31 ACU is incredibly proud of our cadets who achieved outstanding results:

CDTSGT Clarke – Best Score

CDTCPL Beaumont – Best Grouping

Well done to all cadets who represented the unit with professionalism and spirit throughout the weekend.

2LT(AAC) Kara Diakomanolis
31 ACU Norwood ~ Ringwood