Toowoomba Grammar School Army Cadet Unit

26/10/2026

Racing on the Glitter Strip ✨

What an amazing experience for our trackside at the Gold Coast 500! Getting up close to these monster machines and their drivers. Thank you, Supercars for an unforgettable experience.

Until next year, and another spectacular race on the streets of Surfers Paradise 🏄

23/10/2026

06/10/2026

🌟1892 ~ 2026 🌟
Proudly Marching Out outstanding Cadets for the last 134 years.

22/09/2026

Ready to Roll at AFX 2026 🪖

21/09/2026

Day 1 of is done and dusted, and it has been an absolute blast. From great activities and plenty of laughs to meeting new people and making memories, the fun has only just begun. Looking forward to seeing what the rest of the week has in store! 🚀

02/09/2026

🧗‍♂️ Reaching New Heights with 🧗‍♀️

is all about embracing challenges, building confidence, and developing resilience. Rock climbing provides cadets with the opportunity to step outside their comfort zones, test their determination, and learn valuable problem-solving skills while supporting their teammates along the way.

Whether it's conquering a difficult climb or encouraging a fellow cadet to keep going, these experiences help build leadership, teamwork, and self-confidence that last far beyond the climbing wall. 💪

28/08/2026

Achieving Excellence 🥉

This week, had the privilege of recognising five cadets for their hard work. All receiving their Duke of Ed Bronze Level badges and certificates.

The Duke of Ed framework perfectly aligns with the core values we live by in the cadets: integrity, service, and respect, while also developing essential life skills such as confidence, resilience, leadership, and teamwork.

By integrating the Duke of Ed into our program, the continues to empower the next generation of young Australians to grow, push their limits, and earn globally recognised recognition.

Interested in getting involved? Speak with your unit OC or reach out - we'd love to see more young Australians benefit from this fantastic program.

27/08/2026

Reconnaissance: is seeing what is coming before it sees you 🪖👀

During the Field Exercise, Recon Cadets faced a dynamic weather disaster scenario where they had to gather critical information, identify hazards, and support emergency response operations. Their skills were put to the test as they managed a multi-casualty incident, coordinated First Aid, organised stretcher evacuations, and maintained accountability of personnel.

A challenging exercise that showcased the importance of reconnaissance, teamwork, and leadership under pressure. 🪖🧭💪

19/05/2026

The 2027 Premier’s Anzac Prize presents a unique opportunity for Queensland students and teachers to engage with history through visits to significant memorial sites and renowned war museums in London, Belgium and France. Applications are now open for students in Years 8-11 and all primary and secondary teachers.
For more information and to apply visit the Premier’s Anzac Prize website - https://education.qld.gov.au/.../premiers.../last-years-tour

28/04/2026

In memoriam of William Taylor Perkins 🌹
Born in Toowoomba, William Perkins was the son of Gabrielle Walker, the matriarch of the Royal Hotel. He attended Toowoomba Grammar School in 1909 before enlisting in the North Queensland Military Expeditionary Force, where he gained early service experience in German New Guinea.
With this experience behind him, William enlisted in the AIF in 1914 and joined the 15th Battalion, sailing for Egypt under the command of Brigadier General John Monash. He landed at Gallipoli on 12 April 1915.
War diaries record that William was killed by machine gun fire at Quinn’s Post on 30 April 1915. Although his body was recovered, none of his personal belongings were returned to his family in Australia. William was initially buried on the battlefield at Pope’s Hill and later reinterred at Quinn’s Post Cemetery.