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WELCOME
A MESSAGE FROM GROUP CAPTAIN ROSS JONES Welcome to RAAF Wagga. Whether you are
Everyone at RAAF Wagga contributes to
a new recruit, guest of a graduate, trainee,
their development. Whether we are Defence
student, staff, guest lecturer, or a reviewing
members, Australian Public Servants, or
officer, you have a part to play in the dynamic
contractors, we are preparing our graduates
environment that is RAAF Wagga.
for their future career. We aim to ensure that
RAAF Wagga’s motto is “We Prepare” and we have been preparing Air Force personnel for their future military roles since 1940. Through the gates of RAAF Wagga, our graduates
all our graduates embody the Air Force values of respect, excellence, agility, dedication, integrity and teamwork. How they adopt and model these values will be our legacy.
serve the Australian Defence Force and
Experiencing the pride of a graduation parade,
our nation with pride, professionalism and
sharing in the realisation of understanding, or
distinction.
witnessing a moment of professional mastery
Our sailors, soldiers, airmen and airwomen realise air power through their actions, decisions and leadership. Through quality induction, training and education, we shape tomorrow’s leaders. Australia’s air power starts here in Wiradjuri Country on which RAAF Wagga resides. With every recruit’s journey starting at RAAF Wagga, we are the Home of the Airman.
»» Group Captain Ross Jones, CSM Commandant RAAF College
are privileged encounters. Awareness and acceptance of our role is humbling. Trainees
conducted at RAAF Wagga. Within, you
might not remember their first boss, but they
will learn about the beautiful Riverina, the
will remember their first instructor, the first
supportive community that is our host,
person that inspired them to embrace their
including some information on the original
profession and achieve things they previously
custodians of this land, the Wiradjuri people.
didn’t think they were capable of.
This base and our community are the
This magazine describes the broad scope of the induction, training and education
foundation of all that we do here. Together, many
individuals
contribute
through
concerted effort to deliver the best they can
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Welcome to a team of approximately 1600 ADF (students, reserve and permanent staff), civilians, and contractors, all working towards achieving the highest quality graduate and post-graduate ground training for Air Force, Army and Navy. We also have about 300 families here in locality.
Not only is RAAF Base Wagga committed to tri-Service graduate and post-graduate training for all ranks, the base also welcomes overseas visitors and students, under the Defence Cooperation Program, for courses that are recognised both nationally and internationally for their excellence. Wagga is also the home of Headquarters Ground Training Wing and Headquarters RAAF College, covering induction training and then initial employment training. The combined responsibilities extend to 12 RAAF locations and two Army bases, offering 256 different training courses, with about 4,000 graduates per year. RAAF Base Wagga has been an integral part of the local Wagga Wagga community since 1940. RAAF Wagga delivers technical and non-technical initial employment and postgraduate training that is fundamental to the delivery of military air and space power in support of national objectives.
RAAF Wagga supports two key headquarters of Wings from Air Force Training Group; RAAF College and Ground Training Wing; along with four major training units; No 1 Recruit Training Unit (1RTU), School of Postgraduate Studies (SPS), RAAF School of Technical Training (RAAFSTT), and the RAAF School of Administration and Logistics Training (RAAFSALT). Non-training units on the base are: No 31 (City of Wagga Wagga) Squadron, No 1 Security Force Squadron Detachment Wagga (1SECFORSQN Det WAG), Wagga Health Centre (WAGHC) and No 1 Expeditionary Health Squadron detachment Wagga(1EHS Det WAG). Their primary role is to support training conducted by the four major training units on RAAF Wagga. The Royal Australian Air Force’s RAAF Base Wagga, in NSW’s Riverina region, is referred to as the ‘Home of the Airman’ due to the presence of Air Force recruit and trade training schools.
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SUMMARY OF UNITS AT RAAF WAGGA • Headquarters RAAF College (HQRAAFCOL)
• RAAF School of Technical Training (RAAFSTT)
• No 1 Recruit Training Unit (1RTU)
• No 1 Expeditionary Health Squadron Detachment Wagga (1EHS Det WAG)
• No 31 (City of Wagga Wagga) Squadron (31SQN) • School of Postgraduate Studies (SPS) • Headquarters Ground Training Wing (HQGTW) • RAAF School of Administration and Logistics Training (RAAFSALT)
• Wagga Health Centre (WAGHC JHU-SNSW) • 1 Security Force Squadron Detachment Wagga (1SECFORSQN Det WAG) • Defence Support - Wagga
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HEADQUARTERS RAAF COLLEGE
RAAF COLLEGE - HISTORY Headquarters RAAF College (HQRAAFCOL) exists to support the training and combat support performed by its units. HQRAAFCOL works towards producing the best possible training outcomes and combat support with the available resources. RAAF COLLEGE CURRENTLY CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING UNITS: • Headquarters (HQRAAFCOL) at RAAF Wagga. • No 1 Recruit Training Unit (1RTU) at RAAF Wagga. • No 31 (City of Wagga Wagga) Squadron at RAAF Wagga • Air Force Band at RAAF Williams. • Officers’ Training School (OTS) at RAAF East Sale. • School of Postgraduate Studies (SPS) at RAAF Wagga.
RAAF College’s history extends back to the 1st of August 1947 when it was formed at Point Cook as an officer training institution. It was renamed the RAAF Academy in 1961 and commenced a partnership with Melbourne University, offering degree level education to the officer candidates progressing through it. This tradition continued until 1986 when the Australian Defence Force Academy opened in Canberra and took over responsibility for degree level officer entry education. The Academy site and facilities at Point Cook were then used to establish a new RAAF College (RAAFCOL) responsible for initial and postgraduate officer training for Air Force. Schools within the College at the time were Officers’ Training School (OTS) and the School of Applied Management which included responsibility for the Basic Staff Course. In 1998, the role of the College was expanded with the incorporation of airmen recruit training through No. 1 Recruit Training Unit (1RTU) at RAAF Edinburgh and airmen promotion courses at the Airmen Leadership Flight, RAAF Wagga and its two satellite training centres at Richmond and Amberley. In 2000, RAAFCOL was restructured to include all officer and airmen
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postgraduate residential and distance learning courses under the banner of the School of Postgraduate Studies (SPS) which was formed in Wagga. In 2005, the Central Band and the RAAF Museum became part of RAAFCOL followed in 2006 by the Air Command Band. By the end of 2006, RAAFCOL had overall responsibility for six individual units. In January 2008, a number of RAAFCOL units completed moves to new locations. Of particular note was the relocation of 1RTU to RAAF Wagga and OTS to RAAF East Sale. Additionally, the Central Band and the Air Command Band amalgamated to create the Air Force Band (AFBAND) at RAAF Williams - Laverton. RAAFCOL and Ground Training Wing (GTW) amalgamated on 01 January 2008 to form a much larger RAAFCOL with its headquarters at RAAF Wagga. Following further considerations, RAAFCOL and GTW split into two separate headquarters on 01 December 2009 with both remaining at RAAF Wagga. At the time of the separation, RAAFCOL comprised of 1RTU, AFBAND, Defence International Training Centre (DITC), OTS and SPS, in addition to a small headquarters element. On 1 July 2013 No 31 (City of Wagga Wagga) Squadron transferred to RAAFCOL.
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NO 1 RECRUIT TRAINING UNIT The role of No 1 Recruit Training Unit (1RTU) is to prepare recruits, newly enlisted Air Force men and women, for military service. Recruit training involves the transformation of civilians into airmen and airwomen who have basic military knowledge to become effective members of the Air Force team. This transformation occurs over 11 weeks of training, culminating in a graduation parade.
The Australian defence Force has a workforce composed of commissioned officers and enlisted members. Every Air Force enlisted member begins their career at 1RTU. Indeed, 1RTU is responsible for two-thirds of the Air Force’s initial training. The remainder are is conducted by Officer Training School or the Australian Defence Force Academy, who train commissioned officers. Teamwork, self-discipline, ‘esprit de corps’ and the development of respect for the values of the Air Force play a vital role in the training at 1RTU. Consequently, the instructional staff at 1RTU, which includes Military Skills Instructors (MSIs), Airfield Defence Guards (ADGs) and Physical Training Instructors (PTIs), as well as other
support staff employed at the unit, must embody all the aspects of Air Force values – Respect, Excellence, Agility, Dedication, Integrity and Teamwork. The 1RTU philosophy of training is to take the qualities already possessed by the recruits and build on them through instruction, ‘learning by doing’, coaching and mentoring. Putting in an honest effort, making and learning from mistakes, and doing better next time are essential features of the training process. Importantly, there is a strong emphasis on ‘Airmanship’, which focuses on the moral and ethical behaviour expected of all members of the Royal Australian Air Force.
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The quality of instructional staff at 1RTU is a key to graduating airmen and airwomen that the Air Force can be proud of. One of the aspects that enhances Air Force training is our MSIs come from a diverse range of backgrounds. Any airman or airwoman may apply to become an MSI and if successful, they are able to apply for a posting to 1RTU as an instructor. As a result, our pool of MSIs has a range of ranks, experience, mustering (trade), age, gender and background. This diversity offers recruits the very best training opportunities and exposure to a wide range of military and personal experience. Although subject to recruiting targets, 1RTU can train up to 1200 recruits per year. Recruits are delivered training in very modern facilities that were built in 2008 incorporating sustainable and aesthetic designs, while retaining a military character. In addition to a classroom environment, recruits are exposed to field conditions in our Ground Defence Training Area and will also undertake live weapon qualifications on a military firing range. Recruit training is really about delivering members to the Air Force who have mastered basic military knowledge and skills. Recruits graduate with the rank of aircraftman or aircraftwomen; however, this is only the start of their training as most 1RTU graduates still need to complete mustering specific training before posting into the wider Air Force.
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1RTU GRADUATION PARADE AND FUNCTION
To mark the completion of the Royal Australian Air Force
PARKING
Recruit Course, recruits and their instructors take part in
RAAF Base Wagga has restricted entry, however, if you are attending a Graduation Parade your name should have been passed to the security checkpoint as part of your invitation process. Approach the main gate to the base, identify yourself to the staff and once your name has been checked off the list you will be directed to a nearby car park. From this location you will be directed to walk down to the main parade ground – approximately 500m walk. There is a bus service for guests who may not be able to walk this distance. All visitors are advised to arrive at RAAF Base Wagga at least 40 minutes prior to the start of the parade.
a ceremonial parade. Families and friends of recruits are invited to attend the Graduation Parade at RAAF Base Wagga, Forest Hill, NSW. Graduation parades are held to acknowledge the completion of the Recruit Course for both permanent and reserve members joining the RAAF. The Graduation Parade gives family and friends the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of graduating airmen and airwomen.
Due to parking limitations on the base, visitors who are currently serving in the ADF are also requested to park in the designated car No, 1 Recruit Training Unit is located at RAAF Base Wagga, Forest park Hill, NSW, approximately 10 km east of Wagga Wagga on the Sturt Hwy. The base is located on the northern side of the Wagga Wagga GRADUATION PARADE Airport. No, 1 Recruit Training Unit Graduation Parades commence at 11:00 There is a limited bus service available from Wagga Wagga to RAAF am. Visitors should be seated in the two large sheltered seating areas Base Wagga however taxi services are available and the most no later than 15 minutes prior to the start of the parade. Escorts and accessible form of public transport. From the heart of Wagga Wagga, guides will be located down the main road and around the parade it will cost approximately $30-$35 for a taxi and should take no ground to assist visitors. Seating is generally not reserved. The parade will take about 45 minutes. longer than 15 minutes.
GETTING HERE
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After the parade, a light buffet lunch is held in the Middleton VC Club which is located within No. 1 Recruit Training Unit; the venue is only a short walk back toward the main gate. Staff will be on hand to provide assistance with directions. There will be a limited bar service at the graduation function. The graduation function allows an opportunity for guests to witness the presentation of graduation certificates and awards to members of the graduating course. Additionally, a private company will be selling professional photographs and DVDs depicting members of the graduating course.
SPECIAL NEEDS Visitors intending to come to the Graduation Parade with special needs are requested to detail their specific requirements to the No. 1 Recruit Training Unit in a reply to your formal invitation; refer to invitation for contact details.
DRESS The dress for guests at the Graduation Parade is minimum neat casual. Serving members are to be in Service Dress equivalent (no DPCU/GPU/DPNU) and should make contact with the unit regarding exact dress requirements.
GRADUATION PARADE CANCELLATIONS/ POSTPONEMENT For a number of reasons, such as sustaining an injury, recruits may be delayed or may not complete recruit training. In these circumstances, they will be unable to graduate with the rest of their course. Sometimes these eventualities cannot be prevented and may occur at short notice. Visitors are strongly encouraged to purchase deferrable and/or refundable travel tickets and accommodation bookings; to take out travel insurance; or to make other suitable arrangements to protect against loss or expense arising from such eventualities. Whilst every effort is made to notify visitors as soon as possible, the Commonwealth is not responsible and accepts no liability for any loss suffered or expense incurred arising from such eventualities.
INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event of inclement weather (thunderstorms and heavy rain), the 1RTU graduation ceremony will move to the Middleton VC Club (MVC) at the 1RTU precinct. The normal parade format will not take place. The graduating recruits will position themselves in flight formation in the MVC and be formally addressed by the Reviewing Officer. The Airmanship and Most Improved awards will be presented; after which individual graduation certificates will be presented to each recruit. During this process, family, friends and invited guests will also be present in the MVC Contact information for all Graduation Parade enquiries can be made by telephoning (02) 6937 5504.
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1RTU HISTORY AND INFORMATION BRIEF HISTORY OF 1RTU
Prior to the formation of 1RTU, the training of recruits was performed across a number of training units across Australia. With the establishment of 1RTU on 2 August 1954 at RAAF Base Richmond (near Sydney) the training of recruits was centralised to a single unit. The unit then relocated a number of times, firstly to RAAF Base Rathmines (near Newcastle) on 28 April 1958, then to RAAF Base Wagga on 30 November 1960, RAAF Base Edinburgh (near Adelaide) on 27 March 1964 and then back to RAAF Base Wagga in 2008. In 1950 the Women’s Royal Australian Air Force (WRAAF) was established. Training of WRAAF recruits was undertaken separately to male recruits entering the RAAF. Early training of female recruits was undertaken in several locations until a WRAAF Recruit Training Flight was eventually incorporated into 1RTU on 21 July 1965. With the absorption of the WRAAF into the RAAF in 1977 the function of training female recruits was transferred to Women’s Training Unit (WTU) in Tottenham (near Melbourne) on 13 June 1976. After a second move to RAAF Laverton from January 1977 until January 1981
WTU was disbanded and the responsibility of training both male and female recruits was vested in 1RTU at RAAF Base Edinburgh. In 1975, Her Majesty The Queen approved the unit badge and motto “Across the Threshold” with the two headed Roman god ‘Janus’ the god of gateways and the protector of all beginnings. A motto considered most appropriate to the function of 1RTU. On the 4th October 1989, His Excellency, The Honourable Bill Hayden, AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, presented the Governor-Generals Banner to 1 Recruit Training Unit. The presentation of the Governor-Generals Banner is awarded to recognise the achievements and service of non-operational units that are ineligible for Squadron Standards but which have completed 25 years service. The awarding of the Governor Generals Banner to 1RTU was a positive recognition of the contribution of the unit to the effectiveness of one of the worlds finest Air Forces. The 1RTU Governor Generals Banner is now regularly paraded on graduation parades throughout the year. The current 1RTU precinct at RAAF Base Wagga comprises of nine major buildings, each one of them named in the interests of honouring our heritage. The Headquarters building is named after the first Commanding Officer of 1RTU; Squadron Leader T.G. Janes. The recruit recreational facility is named after an Air Force Victoria Cross recipient; FSGT R.H. Middleton. The remaining seven buildings are named after locations that 1RTU and WTU were located since the adoption of centralised recruit training.
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NO 31 SQUADRON
No 31 (City of Wagga Wagga) Squadron is part of Air Force Training Group and reports to Headquarters RAAF College.
31SQN is responsible for the military coordination of RAAF Base Wagga and provides support to training activities for the ADF operating from RAAF Base Wagga. 31SQN provides an array of necessary functions in order to effectively assist with the delivery of Induction, Initial Employment Training and Postgraduate Training. With services including Base Command and Control, coordination of Airbase operations, support for ADF exercises, ceremonial functions, chaplaincy and Physical Training and Rehabilitation. 31SQN undertakes the important roles of maintaining and improving relationships with the traditional custodians of the land, the Wiradjuri people through the introduction of the Indigenous Liaison Officer position. The squadron also plays a major role with coordination of Air Force Reserve members in the Riverina region, assisting in the delivery of Resilience and Wellbeing Training and facilitation of other base-wide events, including VIP visits. Under the Base Accountabilities Model (BAM) the Commanding
Officer of 31SQN is the Air Base Executive Officer (ABXO) and reports to the Senior Australian Defence Force Officer (SADFO) who authorises common base activities and has the lead on interaction with the local community. 31SQN is currently in the process of significantly improving its ability to deliver capability in response to critical incidents and emergencies and the delivery of chaplaincy services. HQ 31SQN will shortly relocate to a much needed, modern HQ facility which will enable the Airbase Executive Officer (CO 31SQN) to provide enhanced command and control of the Air Base Command Post. 31SQN Chaplains will also be relocated to different working accommodation providing convenient access for RAAFSTT and RAAFSALT trainees.
HISTORY OF NO 31 SQUADRON No. 31 Squadron was formed at the Forest Hill base near Wagga Wagga, NSW, on 14 August 1942. After equipping with the Bristol Beaufighter and being brought up to strength, it moved to Batchelor in the Northern Territory in October and then to its new home at Coomalie Creek, south of Darwin in November. The squadron’s first combat operation took place on 17 November 1942. Over the next two years, 31 Squadron flew ground attack sorties against the Japanese in Timor and the Netherlands East Indies, as well as anti-shipping patrols and convoy protection missions. One
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DECORATIONS • 16 DFC • 2 DFC and Bar • 1 DFM • 6 MID • 1 King’s Commendation for Brave Conduct
THE UNIT IS RECOGNISED IN THE FOLLOWING BATTLE HONOURS: • Pacific 1942-1945 • Darwin 1942-1944 • Eastern Waters 1942-1945 • Morotai • Borneo 1945
of its greatest successes was the raid on Penfoei on 2 December 1942, when the Beaufighters caught 40 Japanese aircraft on the ground. Without loss to themselves, they destroyed eighteen and damaged many more. In November 1944, the squadron deployed to Noemfoor, from where it flew two convoy protection missions before moving again, to Morotai, in late December to attack Japanese positions in the Celebes and Halmahera Islands.
Setting up on Tarakan in May 1945, 31 Squadron carried out strikes in support of the Australian landings in Borneo and Brunei in June and the operations that followed. After the Japanese surrendered on 15 August, the squadron dropped leaflets over the Halmaheras to inform the garrison of those islands that the war was over.
No. 31 Squadron reformed at RAAF Base Wagga on 1 July 2010. 31SQN Mission: Co-ordinate and provide support in conduct of ADF training and Airbase operations at RAAF Base Wagga.
No. 31 Squadron returned to Australia in December 1945 and disbanded at RAAF Base Williamtown on 9 July 1946.
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SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
The School of Postgraduate Studies (SPS) is responsible for delivery of Professional Military Education and Training (PMET) courses to airmen, airwomen and officers in the Royal Australian Air Force. Additionally, SPS imparts the core skills and knowledge required for personnel who have been selected for command appointments.
Education is the foundation of professional mastery and Air Force PMET is designed to produce people who not only understand the “family business� but who can also consistently apply sound judgement in complex and ambiguous situations. Air Force PMET is a continuum of distance and residential courses undertaken at each rank level and are comprised of five modules: Airpower, Leadership, Values and Ethics, Military Management and Communication. To meet the Air Force PMET responsibility, SPS conducts approximately 70 residential courses annually, of 10 days duration each, and delivers six self-paced distance-learning courses. The distance courses provide students with the underpinning
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knowledge in the five key areas mentioned above, and the residential courses provide an opportunity to build on this foundation knowledge.
seeks to create. Therefore, SPS strives to model Air Force values; Respect, Excellence, Agility, Dedication, Integrity and Teamwork.
SPS encourages self-learning through experiential activities and an open feedback process. Residential course instructors/facilitators contextualise the students learning so that it applies to each individual’s workplace, thereby reinforcing the relevance of the experience. The courses are also designed to challenge the students, providing the opportunity for personal growth and satisfaction from the experience. The Air Force suite of PMET courses require professionalism and commitment from students and SPS staff strive to help each individual derive personal meaning from their experience. Overall, the courses promote personal OUR TRAINING PHILOSOPHY SPS uses the principle of ‘method as growth through self-knowledge and model’. Everything that we do should professional growth through shared model the organisation that Air Force knowledge. On average, SPS interacts with some 2,500-3,000 students per year. This represents a significant proportion of the Air Force population. The leadership training provided in Air Force PMET is fundamental to both shaping the organisation’s culture and developing the potential of those who undertake its courses, and thereby contributes directly to Air Force capability. SPS challenges each student to actively accept the responsibility for their rank and to apply the concepts and ideas learned through PMET, back in their respective workplace.
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HEADQUARTERS GROUND TRAINING WING
Headquarters Ground Training Wing (HQGTW) was formed on 1 January 1999. HQGTW’s motto is to ‘Prepare and Support’. HQGTW delivers on this credo through its schools, which provide over 180 different courses for the vast majority of the Air Force’s non-flying airmen/women and officers. Beyond just Air Force training, HQGTW also provides training to Army and Navy personnel in the fields of aviation technical training and explosive ordnance.
Headquarters Ground Training Wing (HQGTW) exists to support the Officer Commanding in the command, leadership and management of training conducted by the following schools: • RAAF School of Technical Training (RAAFSTT) at RAAF Wagga, • RAAF School of Administration and Logistics Training (RAAFSALT) at RAAF Wagga, • RAAF Security and Fire School (RAAFSFS) at RAAF Amberley, near Ipswich, QLD, and • Defence Explosive Ordnance Training School (DEOTS) at Defence Establishment Orchard Hills near Penrith, NSW. • RAAFSTT provides initial and post-initial training to approximately 800 students per year in the aviation and aerospace engineering fields. The majority of training delivered at RAAFSTT is conducted and managed by the Defence Aeroskills Training Academy (DATA) at RAAF Base Wagga. • RAAFSALT provides initial and post-initial training to administrative, logistics and education personnel. The school graduates approximately 700 students each year. • RAAFSFS conduct initial and post initial training to Air Force and Army personnel. Training is conducted for personnel engaged in protection and security duties in the ADF and graduates over 600 personnel each year. • DEOTS provides Defence-wide initial and post-initial training in explosive ordnance, graduating approximately 750 personnel from Army, Navy and Air Force each year.
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HQGTW works towards producing the best possible training outcomes with the resources available. HQGTW ensures that ground training delivered by its schools satisfies Defence capability needs. In particular, HQGTW contributes to improving the quality of courseware development, conduct of training and evaluating the effectiveness of training, and invests considerable effort to confirm that training is relevant and timely. HQGTW works towards producing the best possible training outcomes with the resources available. In doing so, HQGTW ensures that both it and the schools retain accreditation with the Australian Skills Qualification Authority, ensuring that courses delivered by the schools are nationally recognised. HQGTW contributes to improving the quality of courseware development, conduct of training and evaluating the effectiveness of training.
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RAAF SCHOOL OF ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS TRAINING
TRAINING FOR SUPPORT
The Royal Australian Air Force School of Administration and Logistics Training (RAAFSALT) provides relevant, engaging and innovative learning that meets the capability requirements for the Royal Australian Air Force and broader Australian Defence Force.
RAAFSALT have 65 staff members who deliver 21 courses to provide learning to just over 1900 graduates per year. RAAFSALT provides the Royal Australian Air Force with capability through the conduct of initial employment training for Movements Ground and Air, Logistics, Supply, Personnel Capability, and Training Systems employment groups. RAAFSALT also provides a number of postgraduate courses that support Australian Defence Force personnel through the enhancement of their specialist skills and knowledge; including Dangerous Goods and Vocational and Educational Training (Assessor, Instructor and Training Management). These courses provide skills and nationally recognised qualifications for ADF personnel
to undertake duties in training, evaluation and assessment. RAAFSALT is creating a learning environment where students are empowered to learn through their preferred style, research through different methods, collaborate with their course peers, and build meaningful and lasting networks. Learning is consolidated through simulated activities in a studentcentric, blended learning environment, an approach that is inspiring and conducive to successful graduates. This is RAAFSALT’s future and plans are in place to modernise the delivery of training for all ranks at RAAFSALT and develop an innovative and empowered workforce both at the School and in the wider ADF.
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VISION ‘RAAFSALT is to be widely recognised as a potent learning organisation; employing motivated, professional instructors and staff which deliver first rate graduates to the Royal Australian Air Force and broader Australian Defence Force.’
MISSION ‘RAAFSALT is to provide relevant, engaging and innovative learning that meets capability requirements for the Royal Australian Air Force and broader Australian Defence force, now and into the future. ’
HISTORY The School’s history can be traced back to 26 February 1940 when No 3 School of Technical Training, based at Ultimo in Sydney, offered courses for personnel enlisted as Clerk Pay, a precursor to today’s Personnel Capability Specialist (PCS). In April 1940 No 4 School of Technical Training was formed at Headquarters Southern Area. Amongst the courses at No 4 School of Technical Training were storekeepers, cook, mess steward, and dental orderly. On 09 August 1940 the School of Administration was established at RAAF Base Laverton. The unit trained prospective officers from the RAAF and (later) Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAFs) of the Administrative and Special Duties Branch, with the first course (No.6) graduating 47 officers on 13 September 1940. On 27 December 1941 the School moved to Ascot Vale, where it remained until February 1942, when its headquarters took up accommodation at Trinity College at Melbourne University, Carlton. The training curricula expanded in March 1943, with the addition of officer cipher courses. From May 1943 unit commanders’ courses were offered and the School also undertook Air Training Corps officers drill refresher courses, administrative officer refresher training and high altitude training.
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COURSES DELIVERED BY RAAFSALT: Supply Initial Employment Training (Gap Year and PAF) - Wagga Personnel Capability Specialist Initial Employment Training – (Gap Year and PAF) Wagga Movements Initial Employment Training Phase 1 – Wagga Movements Initial Employment Training Phase 2 – Richmond Training System Officer Initial Employment Training – Wagga/Glenbrook Logistics Officer Initial – Wagga Personnel Capability Officer Initial Employment – Wagga 10K Forklift Endorsement – Richmond Dangerous Goods Pack Accept Air – Refresher - Australia wide as required Dangerous Goods Pack Accept Air Initial – Australia wide as required Dangerous Goods Road Rail and Sea – Australia wide as required. Air Movements Load Planning – Richmond C-17A Load / Unload – Amberley C-27J Load/Unload – Richmond C-27J Load Planning – Richmond Logistics Officer Executive – Canberra Supply Supervisor – Wagga Air Force Assessor – Wagga / Amberley Air Force Instructor – Wagga Training Management – Canberra ADF Training Developer – Wagga
On 30 November 1942 the Equipment Training School (formerly a section of 1 Aircraft Depot), was established at Laverton, Victoria in order to conduct training for officers and selected airmen and airwomen in equipment and stores procedures, equipment administration, and stores accounting. The School had 223 trainees on strength when created and 260 trainees graduated during December 1942, bringing the total number of graduates from the School and its precursor to 559. During the period January 1943 to April 1944, the School had, on average, 100 students under training and graduated 106 trainees each month. On 29 April 1944 the School moved back to Ascot Vale, where it ceased function as a separate unit and became a section of 1 Engineering School. At this time a total of 2067 personnel had graduated from the Equipment Training School. The Medical Training Unit was formed at Laverton on 15 July 1943, with 12 medical officers for instruction and 96 airmen and airwomen under training. The unit moved to ‘Larundel’ at Preston on 12 August 1943. Courses undertaken included those for the instruction of hygiene inspectors, medical officers, medical orderlies, nursing orderlies, RAAF nurses and clerk medical assistants. In 1956 the Adult Trainee Squadron and the Apprentice and Junior Trainee Squadron formed at RAAF Forest Hill, Wagga Wagga. The courses offered at the squadrons included Clerk Equipment, a precursor to today’s Supply mustering.
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The Clerical and Supply Trades Squadron of the RAAF School of Technical Training was formed as the RAAF School of Clerical and Supply Training on 01 June 1985. The School was made up of three flights: catering, clerical and supply training. In December 1992 the School absorbed the responsibility of the Supply Training School of 2 Stores Depot due to the planned closure of that unit in June 1993. To reflect this clerical flight was expanded to become ‘administrative and clerical flight’ and an educational support services section was raised. Since its inception the School has offered, at various times, training for physical training instructors, motor transport fitters, stewards, cooks, defence force recruiters, catering officers, dental administrators, driver firemen, driver motor transport operators, supply clerks, dental assistants, administrative clerks, mess supervisors and ground safety officers. On the disbandment of the School in the mid 1990s the role of training the Clerical and Supply trades was returned to RAAFSTT
under the banner of Non-Technical Training Flight. In 2003 the Squadron was renamed the Squadron of Clerical and Supply Training with the Squadron’s role now encompassing the training of RAAF Logistics Officers, Administrative Officers, Supply Basic, Clerk Supply Basic, Clerk Basic Course as well as post graduate training in Explosive Storage, Dangerous Goods and Storage Life Management. As of 01 May 2015 a combined total of 12469 personnel have graduated from the various Initial Employment Training and Postgraduate Initial Employment Training courses run by RAAFSALT.
THE BADGE The RAAFSALT badge comprises a torch set in front of a cornucopia and a quill displayed saltirewise, with the motto ‘Training for Support.’ The School’s role in encapsulated by: the torch which is an emblem of enlightenment and training; the quill which is a reference to the administration duties historically conducted with a quill pen and ink; and the
cornucopia representing the supply and provisioning functions of logistics. The quill is readily identifiable by its attractive colouring as that of a Galah Cockatoo (Cacatua Roseicapilla). When the original SCST badge was proposed many of these birds were found around Wagga Wagga so this is a reference the location of RAAFSALT.
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RAAF SCHOOL OF TECHNICAL TRAINING
RAAFSTT provides initial employment training for aircraft technical trades to meet nationally accredited aeroskills competencies. RAAFSTT also delivers postgraduate education to engineering officers and senior technicians operating in ADF aviation. The Defence Aeroskills Training Academy (DATA), a Defence contractor, works hand-in-hand with uniformed RAAFSTT personnel to deliver technical and engineering training. Both organisations work to foster and develop the right behaviours and attitudes to employment in the ADF maintenance environment.
RAAFSTT is the one of the most diverse training units in the Air Force. The School has an annual throughput of around 1000 trainees and students and is responsible for the conduct of over 25 different technical courses. Graduates of RAAFSTT maintain aircraft, aviation components, armament systems, life support equipment for aircrew and other technical equipment, in addition to managing maintenance processes at all levels. RAAFSTT was originally formed at Wagga as Ground Training School in February 1946, was renamed as the RAAF Technical College in May 1950 and assumed its current name in December 1952. From its inception, the School has focused on delivering capable technical tradespeople to maintain Air Force’s operational edge. In its early years, the School conducted predominantly apprentice training, but was also involved in recruit, instructional and National Service training. In 1993, following the technical trade restructure, the apprentice scheme was disbanded. In 1996, the role of the School expanded significantly following its amalgamation with the RAAF School of Clerical & Supply Training. In 2005, this element of the School was broken away and was formed as the RAAF School of Administration and Logistics Training.
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OUR MISSION IS: ‘‘To prepare aviation maintenance and engineering personnel, ready to pursue ongoing technical mastery, in support of Australia’s Defence Force capability’
COURSES CONDUCTED AT RAAFSTT INCLUDE: »» Avionics Technician
»» Aircraft Technician
»» Aircraft Structural Fitter
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»» Aerospace Engineering Initial
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In 2013, Air Force entered a contract with BAE Systems who, together with Pennant International Group, form the Defence Aeroskills Training Academy, to deliver nationally accredited aeroskills packages in concert with the military training, contextualisation and mentoring provided by RAAFSTT personnel. On 19 November 1971 RAAFSTT took a unique and privileged place in Air Force history by being the first unit to be awarded a Unit Queen’s Colour. Presentation of the Queen’s Colour to RAAFSTT recognised the school’s enviable record of training thousands of servicemen and women in a wide range of specialties. The Colour is honoured as a symbol of the trust the Queen reposes in the School and as an emblem of achievement. In June 2003 the then Chief of Defence Force, General Peter Cosgrove, recognised the efforts of RAAFSTT by awarding a Unit Commendation to the School. The award recognised the School’s exemplary reputation as a strongly tri-Service-focused training organisation, functioning in a wholly integrated fashion comprised of representatives of all three Services, the Australian Public Service and a contracted training provider.
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DEFENCE AEROSKILLS TRAINING ACADEMY
MORE ABOUT THE DATA TEAM The Defence Aeroskills Training Academy (DATA) delivers ADF Aviation Technical Training (ATT) at RAAF Base Wagga. Managed by BAE Systems and its partners RMIT University and Pennant Training Systems, DATA was established in March 2013 to provide initial and postgraduate training for ADF aircraft related technical trades to about 900 trainees each year. DATA delivers state of the art training, which includes some of the most advanced training aids and the use of tablet devices (similar to an iPad), to meet students’ learning styles and ensure the most effective outcomes are achieved. New training aids are being incrementally introduced, with the arrival of the first of the Integrated Avionics Maintenance Trainer (IAMT) and Generic Flying Control Trainer (GenFly) devices – the first of their type in Australia – in April 2015. An integral part of RAAF Base Wagga, DATA is proud to be helping to prepare the ADF’s future aerospace technicians.
BAE Systems is Australia’s largest defence and security company. For more than 60 years, it has been designing, maintaining and integrating systems for the ADF. BAE Systems is the prime contractor for the ATT project. RMIT University is Australia’s largest tertiary institution with 75,000 students. It offers education programs at TAFE, degree and postgraduate level, and is the leader in TAFE education in Victoria. Pennant is a leading provider of technology based training solutions for the UK Ministry of Defence, major defence contractors and international governments. In Australia, Pennant has provided instructor-led and self-paced courseware and high fidelity maintenance training emulation environments at RAAF Base Williamtown and RAAF Base Pearce to support the Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) program since 2001.
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NO. 1 EXPEDITIONARY HEALTH SQUADRON DETACHMENT WAGGA (1EHS DET WAG) 1 Expeditionary Health Squadron Detachment Wagga (1EHS DET WAG) is the military expeditionary health squadron at RAAF Base Wagga with its headquarters located at 1EHS RAAF Amberley. The OIC of the Detachment is FLTLT Emma Flack (NURSO). It falls under Health Services Wing and the Commanding Officer is WGCDR Nicole Dos Santos.
The principal roles of 1EHS Detachment Wagga are to: • prepare for, plan and conduct expeditionary health operations as directed by HQHSW • provide National Support Area (NSA) health support to RAAF Wagga entitled personnel IAW Joint Health Command (JHC) Directives. The unit’s mission is to provide professional, comprehensive health services in support of RAAF and wider ADF operations on RAAF Base Wagga and in deployed areas of operation as tasked. 1EHS personnel provide expert, responsive health support in support of ADF objectives. They consistently meet that commitment through cooperation
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1 SECURITY FORCES SQUADRON DETACHMENT WAGGA
In 2011, Chief of Air Force outlined his intent for a balanced, integrated and air minded Security Forces capability to prepare for and conduct security measures across the full spectrum of Air Force operations. He directed that SECFOR must protect Air Force personnel, assets and capabilities in domestic, deployed and expeditionary operations that were self-reliant operations, as a coalition partner or as a coalition leader. As a result, on 04 Jul 13, security in the RAAF underwent a significant change, where three Security Forces Squadrons were established, representing the new security forces organisation within Air Force, which have been designed to meet our airpower needs. This new structure provides coherency, standardisation, flexibility and responsiveness to deliver the required effect across the range of security tasks – from
domestic security through to war fighting. The transition from our current organisation into the new SECFOR structure represents the most significant structural change within the Air Force security and ground defence families since Vietnam. The establishment of these Squadrons is only part of the development of new Security Forces organisation. The 04 Jul 13 also marked the disbandment of the Security Police Mustering, and subsequent creation of two new musterings, Air Force Security (AFSEC) and Air Force Police (AFPOL). Service Policing has been an element of the Air Force since the original RAAF Provost Service in 1930, and has conducted security and policing roles for the Air Force both domestically and operationally since that time. RAAF Service Police have been an integral part of almost all operational deployments involving the RAAF. The development of the AFSEC and AFPOL musterings is the next step in the Service Police history, recognising the different and unique contribution that security and policing make to the Air Force. RAAF Base Wagga is supported by a detachment of 1 Security Forces Squadron personnel from No 95 Wing, comprising of Air Force Police. The Air Force Police aim to achieve a safe and secure environment at RAAF Base Wagga through active
community policing, conducting Service Police patrols and traffic enforcement throughout stand to and stand down hours, and further patrols of recreation and living in areas of base. Active policing patrols of the base are conducted in order to assist Commanders by solving issues through early intervention. Air Force Police can deal with these minor issues on the spot where there is a requirement for simple corrective discipline; where something doesn’t need to be elevated through the disciplinary system, in order to positively affect and modify behaviour. This method of active policing allows Air Force Police to detect any criminal activity a great deal earlier, effectively keeping base policing proactive, enabling Air Force Police to engage in a Service Police Investigation, or to refer an incident to a higher investigative authority earlier and greatly increase our ability to determine the facts of a matter at hand. As a result Air Force Police can effectively assist, and be a resource to, Commanders and their Executives in the maintenance of discipline within their units. Ultimately the purpose of the DFDA is to maintain good order and discipline, and AFPOL play an inherent part in that to assist unit Commanders maintain good order and discipline within their units.
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SERVICE DELIVERY – WAGGA Service Delivery -Wagga (SD-Wagga) is the provider of a wide range of internal and contracted support services to the ADF throughout RAAF Base Wagga, Kapooka Military Area and Remote Sites throughout NSW and Victoria. We are an enabling organisation that support and sustain the environment in which Defence personnel can effectively do their jobs.
The lead Service Delivery appointment is the Base Support Manager (BSM) currently filled by Simon Wyatt, who works in partnership with the Senior ADF Officer (SADFO) to assure effective base support to the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Training Schools and Military Support Units at RAAF Base Wagga. SD – Wagga’s Mission is to provide support services to enhance Defence capability at RAAF Base Wagga..
• Mail Services • Technical Publication Support • Library Services Managed by Katherine Jackson Library Manager
BASE SERVICES CONTRACT: • Estate Maintenance and Operations Services – Spotless »» EMOS Management Integration and Coordination
SD – Wagga’s Vision is to be the best support service provider, respected and valued by our customers.
»» Base Services Support Centre
SD-WAGGA BASE SUPPORT MANAGER’S AND HIS TEAM MAIN ROLE IS:
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1. Have the authority, responsibility and accountability, through Service Delivery line management, for base support management and services, including the integrated delivery of agreed support services; and 2. In consultation with the SADFO and Head of Resident Units, oversee the development of, and administer, the whole-of-base coordinated plans including security, work health and safety and emergency management planning.
SD-WAGGA UNIT COMPRISES OF: IN-HOUSE SERVICES:
»» Cleaning »» Housekeeping and Accommodation Management »» Land Management »» Laundry and Dry Cleaning »» Pest and Vermin »» Sport and Recreation »» Transport • Miscellaneous Service Packages »» Access Control – Wilson Security sub-contracted to CONSEC »» Retail Stores and Petrol, Oil and Lubricants – Broadspectrum »» Aircraft Refueling and Rescue and Fire Fighting – Broadspectrum
• Base Planning and Coordination
»» Waste – Veolia
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• Customer Service Centre • Registry • Reprographics
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RAAF WAGGA 75TH ANNIVERSARY AND FREEDOM OF THE CITY PARADE
In 2015 RAAF Base Wagga celebrated 75 years of service with a Freedom of Entry March on 1st August. Following a ceremonial challenge by Wagga Police Local Area Commander Superintendant Peter McLay, Senior Australian Defence Officer – Group Captain Ross Jones lead more than 350 Airmen/Airwomen, Soldiers and Sailors of RAAF Base Wagga who marched down Baylis Street. Wagga City Mayor Councillor Rod Kendall acknowledged the strong relationship between the communities of RAAF Base Wagga and the City of Wagga Wagga. The Parade which provided general salutes to the Commander of Air Force Training Group Air Commodore Brian Edwards and Councillor Kendall also featured a low-level flypast by a 36SQN C17 Globemaster RAAF Wagga was first granted freedom of entry in 1961 and has exercised this right on a number of occasions. Celebrations also included two sold-out Air Force Band Concerts commemorating 100 Years of ANZAC
WAAAF 75TH ANNIVERSARY PARADE RAAF Base Wagga began enlisting women on 15 March 1941 as part of a program lasting until 1947 that would see 27,258 members enlisted within Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force (WAAAF). On 15 March 2016, RAAF Base Wagga was
»» Aircraftwoman Recruit (ACR) Breanna Doorne with Ms Maureen Kerr, OAM from the Women's Royal Australian Air Force, (WRAAF) and Mrs Edna Thompson a Women's Auxiliary Australian Air Force member (WAAAF) cut the 75th Anniversary Cake.
proud to host the 75th Anniversary of the WAAAF with a parade to mark the importance of the occasion. Showing strength through adversity, the parade carried-on through torrential rain and was reviewed by Air Commodore Kathryn Dunn.
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AIR FORCE 95TH ANNIVERSARY AIRPOWER BEGINS IN RECEPTION PARTY WIRADJURI COUNTRY 31 March 2016 marked a significant year for the RAAF with the achievement of 95 years of service to the people of Australia. RAAF Wagga celebrated the occasion with a number of events including a Cake Cutting and a Reception Party at The Riverine Club. The Riverine Club was the former home of the Empire Air Training Scheme and Officers’ Mess during World War II. The Club has maintained its relationship with the base and is home to many functions throughout the year. RAAF Base personnel and guests celebrated in style with entertainment provided by the RAAF Band. VIPs including Mr Michael McCormack, Assistant Minister for Defence and Councillor Rod Kendall Wagga City Mayor. Aunty Isobel Reid provided an inspiring Welcome to Country.
RAAF Base Wagga acknowledges the Wiradjuri People, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which RAAF Base Wagga is situated and pays respect to their Elders both past and present. RAAF Wagga would like to pay its respects to the Indigenous men and women who have contributed to the defence of Australia in times of peace and war. In 2016, RAAF Base Wagga raised the position of Indigenous Liaison Officer and saw the implementation of a number of key community engagement activities. RAAF Base Wagga now proudly flies the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags at the entry to RAAF Base Wagga and hosted a Flag Raising Ceremony during NAIDOC Week. Personnel from RAAF Base Wagga also attended a number of Cultural Events including a Business Breakfast, Cultural Day Tour and Awards Night.
RAAF WAGGA GIVES BACK RAAF Wagga has a tradition of giving back to the Wagga community. In a friendly competition with RAAF Base East Sale, RAAF Wagga has maintained its lead in a blood donation challenge – the “Battle of the Bases”, which pits the staff and trainees of RAAF Base Wagga against those of RAAF Base East Sale. RAAF Base Wagga took out the competition in 2014 and 2015 and hopes to repeat this in 2016 The Wagga Wagga Winter Warmth is an annual event which aims to provide blankets, clothes and food to members of the community in need during the cold winter months. RAAF Base Wagga members donated their time to collect the goods and deliver them to a collection point in Wagga. RAAF Base Wagga was the starting point for a large contingent of The Long Ride 2016. With senior leaders including the Chief of the Defence Force, Chief of Air Force and Air Commander Australia making their way from Wagga to commence the long ride to Western Australia to increase Prostate Cancer awareness.
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BUSINESS PEOPLE SOAR TO NEW HEIGHTS LEADING BUSINESS PEOPLE EXPERIENCE A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE RESERVE RECRUIT
Business representatives and community leaders from the Riverina region had the opportunity to experience military life at the Defence Reserves Support Executive Challenge at RAAF Base Wagga.
The participants experienced a C-130 Hercules flight, observed a F-111 static display and attended a No 1 Recruit Training Unit graduation parade. The aim of the challenge was to allow the local business community to observe and experience the personal, technical and professional training Reservists receive. It is also an opportunity to gain an understanding of the contribution that RAAF Reservists make to air capability. Regional Chair of the Defence Reserves Support Council, Riverina Murray, Mr Adrian Lindner says the Executive Challenge provided employers with an opportunity to directly experience some of the leadership and management skills that a Reservist can bring to the workplace. RAAF Base Wagga was delighted to have the opportunity to showcase local RAAF Reservists and highlight how their skills can benefit businesses across the Riverina. For more information about Reserves Support visit defencereservessupport.gov.au
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RAAF WAGGA HERITAGE CENTRE
The Heritage Centre at RAAF Base Wagga was originally opened in 1995 as the ‘RAAF Museum - Wagga Annex’ to provide a focus on the RAAF’s involvement in the Riverina and to provide access to the history and memorabilia of military aviation and military training. The facility was closed for building repairs in 2003 and re-opened as the newly named ‘RAAF Wagga Heritage Centre’ in 2010. As the last remaining Riverina World War II Base within a network of bases incorporating Narrandera, Temora, Deniliquin, Tocumwal and Uranquinty; this Heritage Centre represents the only repository for regional specific RAAF memorabilia.
Memorabilia, photographs and documents on display are intended to represent the activities of the wider region during World War II and the subsequent activities at RAAF Base Wagga. The process of collecting and maintaining appropriate history and memorabilia is on going and the Centre strives to maintain pace with modern restorative processes to present the RAAF in a positive light. With the advent of numerous anniversaries of significant military events in recent years, the Centre has become an important adjunct to the promotion of present day RAAF activities and tourism for Wagga. The Heritage Centre supports numerous RAAF Associations and will continue to maintain these strong historical regional specific links. The high standard of the Heritage Centre and surrounds are a tribute to the many personnel who spent countless hours (often in their own time) in establishing and maintaining the Centre. The Wagga community and service clubs and local businesses contributed significant resources into the development of the Centre and surrounds, and donated some of the original memorabilia and displays. The original RAAF Museum - Wagga Annex was a concept proposed by a group of enthusiasts headed by Wing Commander
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Brian Duddington and progressed through the significant efforts of RAAF Base Wagga personnel, particularly Flight Sergeant Doug Vickers and Mrs Gabi McCormack. Ongoing maintenance and administration of the Centre and exhibits are now the responsibility of a composite team of serving, ex-serving, Defence Civilian and contractor personnel, who willingly volunteer their own time to ensure that this important link with the Riverina is maintained.
FEATURES OF THE HERITAGE CENTRE The housing of the Heritage Centre in the old guardhouse is significant, as this was the first building established at RAAF Base Wagga in 1940. It also represents the most accessible point to the public. The guardhouse itself has an interesting history. Its 50 years of functioning as a guardhouse and telephone switch provided the Base with effective communications and a secure access point. It’s imposing external structure and internal cells also served as a deterrent to thousands of trainees and apprentices who might be tempted to transgress the strict discipline codes of the RAAF. One of the striking features of the Base is the static aircraft at the front gate, next to the Heritage Centre. These aircraft represent over 50 years of RAAF flying history and are accessible for the public to view and photograph. On display are: • Canberra Bomber which saw active service in Vietnam • Meteor which was the first jet engined fighter introduced into RAAF service • Sabre which was a second generation fighter and deployed on stand-by during the Malayan Emergency. • Mirage which was a third generation fighter and was involved in deployments through Asia. • F1-11. In 09 Apr 74 - A8-142 it was used in an around Australia record breaking flight. It took just 12 hours 30 minutes to fly form Amberley to Darwin, Perth, Edinburgh, Point Cook, Amberley. Crew were WGCDR Ray Funnell, SQNLDR John Miller. Outside the Heritage Centre, are specially developed gardens and picnic areas. A commemorative section has been developed for No. 31 Squadron Beaufighters formed in Wagga on 14 Aug 1942 and disbanded at the close of WWII , the only operational squadron to be based at RAAF Base Wagga. Inside the Heritage Centre are important photographs and memorabilia to represent over 50 years of service to the RAAF and the local region. Some elements of history have been classified into trade training, catering and supply, ceremonial and the apprentice training for ease of viewing. Other important elements of the history
of RAAF Wagga’s functions are spread throughout the display rooms.
RAAF BASE WAGGA HERITAGE CENTRE RAAF Base Wagga Sturt Highway Forest Hill NSW 2651 Open Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 4pm. Entry is free. In addition to the Heritage Centre, RAAF Base Wagga has a display of static aircraft at the front gate which can be viewed at any time. In May 2011, a refurbishment program was carried out on the aircraft, to improve their condition for the next 10 to 15 years.
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»» Construction of the RAAF Base during 1940. Most of these buildings are still standing and utilised on the base.
»» An American B-17 of the briefly lodging 70th Bombardment Squadron 1942
»» Beaufighters of No. 31 SQN over the Riverina 1942
The origins of the Base can be traced back to May 1939 when Prime Minister Robert Menzies announced that Forest Hill outside Wagga Wagga would become the site of the RAAF’s new flying school (No 2 Flying Training School). The Air Board described the area as being suitable in terms of climate, geography and accompanying infrastructure that included a road passing the site to join the main Melbourne-Sydney/Canberra road and a railway siding nearby. RAAF Station Forest Hill became part of the larger Empire Air Flying Training Scheme (EATS) in the Riverina, which in turn was part of a network of flying training across the Commonwealth. The Riverina units comprised of 10EFTS at Temora, 1 Air Observer School at Cootamundra, 5SFTS at Uranquinty, 7SFTS at Deniliquin and 8EFTS at Narrandera. RAAF Base Wagga is the only Base from the impressive Riverina war effort still operational today. In 1942, Headquarters No2 Training Group was established at Romano’s Commercial Hotel in Wagga Wagga to co-ordinate flying training at the RAAF Schools across the Riverina. This site still operates as a hotel today, but there is little evidence of its strategically important past.
The Riverine Club served the Forces by providing exceptional messing facilities for the officers. The Riverine Club still welcomes military officers as honorary members. It was intended from the outset that Forest Hill was to be a permanent base with the main functional areas built of brick (such as the guardhouse - now the Heritage Centre) but with the pressures of war and the rapid expansion of the RAAF many temporary wood structures were built. The Officers Mess is a lasting legacy to the style and type of ‘temporary’ building erected during the war. Building commenced in 1940 and it is a testament to the war effort that by 01 July 1940, the basic infrastructure was in place for No 2 Flying Training School (2FTS) to commence flying operations with Wirraways and Ansons. RAAF Station Forest Hill was symbolically commissioned on 31 July 1940 when Commanding Officer WGCDR F.R.W Scherger hoisted the RAAF Ensign for the first time (later Air Chief Marshal Sir Fredrick Scherger KBE, CB, DSO, and AFC and ultimately rose to Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee from 1961-1966). Another famous Airman to serve with 2FTS was William (Bill) Newton who was awarded a posthumous VC for service with 22SQN in New Guinea in 1943. PLTOFF Newton was posted into 2FTS on 16 Dec 1940 as a flying instructor and departed RAAF Base Wagga as a FLTLT on 5 Nov 1941, for the short trip to the newly established 5SFTS at Uranquinty. The main thoroughfare on the base is named
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in deference to Newton’s service to the Base and his country. Other renowned graduates of 2FTS were John Gorton who would become Prime Minister in 1968 and Clive Caldwall (later GPCAPT DSO, DFC and Bar) who was the leading Australian air ace of World War 2 with 28.5 enemy aircraft accredited as shot down. 2FTS moved to Tocumwal on 20 Oct 1943, ending the era of intermediate flying training at RAAF Base Wagga. Other flying units were raised and/or rotated through the Base during the war. On 30 Mar 1942 the USAAC 4th Air Depot arrived to provide ground support and prepare for the arrival of 70th Bombardment Squadron on 21 Apr 1942. The impressive four engined B-17 bombers only lodged at the base until 16th May when they hastily departed for the Pacific. The lasting legacy of the Americans was the building of Hangar 84, which is still the largest single structure on the Base and is renowned for the largest expanse of parquetry flooring in the southern hemisphere. More short lived lodgers were No.’s 60 and 61 Reserve Squadrons formed in Jan 1942 to give staff pilots training on operational tactics. No 60 Squadron moved to Cootamundra in Feb 1942 and 61 Squadron was disbanded. In August 1942 No. 31 (Intruder) Squadron Beaufighter pilots formed at the Base under the Command of Squadron Leader Charles Read (later Air Marshall Sir Charles Frederick Read, KBE, CB, DFC, AFC) in order to conduct their pre-deployment flying training. The squadron was transferred to the Northern Territory in November 1942. In deference to the significant war effort of 31 SQN and the
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»» Wirraways of 2FTS over the Riverina 1940
»» The technical training continuum with jet aircraft to work on
close association with the 31 SQN veterans, the Base Support Unit was renamed to 31SQN (City of Wagga Wagga) in July 2010. RAAF Base Wagga is now 31 SQN veterans’ home base as it symbolically represents the roots of the Squadron. In January 1942 No.5 Operational Training Unit was formed at Forest Hill to train bomber pilots and navigators for service in World War 2. 5OTU was transferred to Tocumwal in October 1943 ending the familiar sight of war planes over the skies of Wagga. The enduring legacy for the Base was created with formation of No.5 Aircraft Depot on 23 Mar 1942. 5AD’s role was to repair and service aircraft and receive aircraft from the factories and prepare them for front line duties in the Pacific theatre. The massive resources required for these maintenance and engineering functions precipitated significant expansion of the base. By 1944 the unit had a strength of 59 officers, 1687 airman and 227 airwomen – the largest contingent of any unit over the history of the Base. Significant hospital facilities were established when No 1 RAAF Hospital moved from Laverton VIC in 1942. The original brick building stood the test of time and was only recently demolished.
»» WAAFS at 5AD during WW2. Provided the RAAF with a skilled and proficient labour force
5AD was disbanded in 1946, but the engineering facilities (including the Bellman Hangars) were an attraction for the engineering training schools which were being disbanded around the country. In March 1946 No.1 Engineering Training School moved to RAAF Base Wagga from Ascot Vale in VIC and was renamed RAAF Ground Training School. »» No.1 RAAF Hospital in 1942
»» Post war activity of disposing of aircraft. Made for many misadventures for the Appies.
»» Appies of 1950s working on their modern aircraft
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This established RAAF Wagga’s new role as the centre for aircraft trade training in the Air Force. The unit was renamed RAAF School of Technical Training (RAAFSTT) in 1952. The unit is acknowledged as the oldest continuous training unit within the RAAF as it has been continuously graduating aircraft technical personnel to the Australian Defence Force and other nations since 1948. The Air Force Apprentice scheme operated until and 1993 with thousands of young men and women trained at RAAFSTT. Apprentices commenced training at age 15 (later changed to 17) and remained at RAAF Base Wagga for up to three years before graduating as highly regarded tradespeople. Life wasn’t easy for the young men (later women as the first female apprentice graduated in Dec 1987) as they had to contend with separation from family, the military lifestyle and climatic extremities of Wagga. Once they acclimatised, some had the confidence to try and circumvent the system with shenanigans which are still legendary amongst the many intake reunions. Today a different era of technical training takes place with shorter courses more aligned to national training standards delivered by contracted instructors. The success of post-war technical training spurred the Air Force to initiate a variety of other trade and job related training activities on the Base. From March 1956 to July 1957 No.4 National Service Training Unit was established on the Base. The National Service Act provided for compulsory call-up for males 18 years and over for a period of 176 continuous days in response to conflicts in Korea and Suez crisis. The RAAF Wagga Nasho’s mainly undertook trade affiliated trade training within RAAFSTT. From 1954 RAAFSTT was responsible for Junior Equipment and Administration Training (JEAT). This non-technical training role gradually expanded to a point in 1996 which facilitated the formation of an independent unit, RAAF School of Clerical and Supply Training (later School of Administration Logistics Training - RAAFSALT).Instructor training was once embedded within RAAFSTT, but formed an independent unit from 1985 until 2004 which included airmen and promotional training. Instructional training function was then morphed into RAAFSALT when the unit was disbanded. The School of Post-Graduate Studies moved from Melbourne to Wagga in 2002 and now conducts all the promotion training for airmen and officers. Base Squadron Wagga was formed in 1956 to support all the Base activities. Today this task is performed jointly by No 31 (City of Wagga Wagga) Squadron and Defence Support. Wagga. No.1 Recruit Training Unit (1RTU) was based at RAAF Wagga from Dec 1960 until May 1964, when it was relocated to RAAF Base EDINBURGH in SA. In a twist of historical fate 1RTU returned to RAAF Wagga in 2007, to occupy a purpose built facility which signified the largest infrastructure development and capital expenditure of the Base in the post war period. The biggest post war challenge for the Base occurred on April 17 1997, when the Minister for Defence announced to the local community his intention to close RAAF Base Wagga as part of a rationalisation of the Australian Defence Force. This announcement precipitated a quick and very vocal reaction by the Wagga community. An almost instant galvanisation of broader support was echoed through all levels of the community and passed onto military officials and the politicians through the ‘Save Our Base Task Force’.
»» One of the many war time crashes due to variables of flying training c. 1942. RAAF Station Forest Hill experienced significant fatalities through the rush to provide the nation with trained pilots.
»» Aerial view of the Base c.1942. The majority of infrastructure backing onto the sirfield (middle of photo) still exists and is utilised today
By 2000 this decision was rescinded and the Base is now unimpeded in continuing to support the training needs of the Australian Defence Force and reinforcing the social and economic relationships with the local community. This vocal community galvanisation reflects how RAAF Base Wagga has always had a close association with Wagga, whether assisting at civic events, charity fund raising and disaster relief (most recently the 2012 floods) or the myriad of clubs or associations members participate in. In turn Wagga has equipped, fed, entertained, accommodated and hosted RAAF personnel and families. More recently the community has provided the Base with a viable workforce as more defence functions have been contracted and civilianised. Since 1940 personnel from RAAF Base Wagga have served their country with distinction with impact felt in conflicts ranging from the skies over of Europe and Pacific through to the dust and heat of Afghanistan. RAAF Base Wagga will continue to provide the training and skills that are the foundation on the ADF with its philosophy of ‘Airpower Starts Here’. RAAF Base Wagga is now the largest ground training base in the RAAF servicing not only the training needs of the Air Force, but also the Army and Navy and some regional defence forces. All airmen and officers sometime in their career will attend at least a couple of the courses at RAAF Base Wagga. Wing Commander David Lavicka Base Historian www.raafbasewagga.com.au
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WELFARE COMMITTEE AND CLUBS
RAAF Wagga Welfare was established to assist with providing welfare services or activities administered at a base level. The Welfare Committee has a range of equipment for hire and supports a number of clubs at RAAF Wagga as well as the Base Library.
The Welfare Committee offers a store for the hire of equipment which is located in Hangar 184 and is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1215-1300h (by appointment only). Items for hire include camping gear, canoes, golf clubs, push bikes and more. RAAF Base Wagga Welfare owns a cabin at the Bright Freeburgh Caravan Park in the small township of Freeburgh near Bright, Victoria. The cabin has two bedrooms and one bathroom and can sleep a maximum of eight people (one queen bed, two bunk beds and one fold out lounge). The cabin is available all year round at an affordable rate.
The Airmen’s Club is divided into two bar areas: the Scherger Bar and the Oasis Bar. The Airmen’s Club caters for serving members of the ADF of the rank of Corporal (or Equivalent) and below who are on posting or attached to a unit located at RAAF Base Wagga.
The Welfare Committee supports the annual RAAF Wagga Christmas Treat which provides an exciting day for Base members and their families. There are rides and activities planned as well as a visit from Santa and presents for every child. It’s a great day for all.
The Snow Sports Club is located behind (or northern end) of the Airmen’s Club and is only open during the snow season. The club organises a number of trips to Falls Creek each year and has a range of snow equipment for hire.
The RAAF, Army and Navy Community House (RANCH) is an on-base facility that can be booked for official and non-official functions. The RANCH can provide a fresh environment to make presentations, instruct courses, have a section lunch or hold mentor sessions. Bookings are essential. The RANCH hosts a ‘Parents and Bubs’ playgroup on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. The RANCH has also been known to host a Jam time session for anyone who likes to play an instrument.
RAAF Base Wagga hosts a recreational car club otherwise known as ‘Mechanical Mayhem’. The club’s objective is to promote the restoration, maintenance, safe use and display of vehicles and motorcycles, bringing people together in a friendly environment. The club is located in Hangar 184 and has a range of mechanical tools available to assist in vehicle maintenance. The club caters for all levels of skill and experience. All are welcome to come to the hangar to meet the friendly crew and to check out the club’s Facebook page (‘Mechanical Mayhem Car Club’).
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THE VICTORY MEMORIAL GARDENS
The beautiful Victory Memorial Gardens are a fitting place to remember those who served our country. The establishment of the garden and the erection of the Memorial Arch, which lists over 1000 names of soldiers who served, was largely due to the enthusiasm and persistence of Terence Byrnes, a former Mayor of Wagga Wagga, who had served in France as part of an Artillery Brigade.
Designed in the 1920s by Thomas Kerr, Chief Landscape Gardener of Sydney’s Botanic Gardens, the Victory Memorial Gardens reflect the respect residents have for the military, and acknowledge the long association the defence forces have had with the city through the Army Recruit Training Centre (Kapooka) and RAAF Base Wagga. The original plan of the Victory Memorial Gardens is to be seen in the Museum of the Riverina. A tree planted in the Victory Memorial Gardens on 24th January 1984 honours the 100th birthday of Wagga Wagga born Field Marshal Sir Thomas Albert Blamey, GBE, KCB, CMG, DSO, ED; the only Australian to date to attain the rank of Field Marshall. Also, a small tree and flowerbed was planted in the Victory Memorial Gardens by the then Lieutenant Colonel (later Brigadier) K.P.Outridge, Commanding Officer of Kapooka, together with Group Captain N.F. Lamb, Officer Commanding RAAF Forest Hill, on 24th February 1965 in honour of the late Sir Winston Churchill who had passed away the month before.
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The Memorial Archway was unveiled by “Fighting Charlie” Major-General C.F.Fox on Anzac Day 1927.
THROUGHOUT THE PARKLANDS ARE MANY OTHER MEMORIALS AND A PATH LINED WITH POPLAR TREES KNOWN AS ANZAC AVENUE.
The Eternal Flame beneath the Main Memorial Arch, projects a larger flare during the day, dimming to a pleasant glow at night. The Eternal Flame was built to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the landing of Australian soldiers at Gallipoli and to honour the men and women who had served and are currently serving in other campaigns.
The Cenotaph, designed by Messrs Pitt & Morrow of Wagga Wagga and unveiled by Brigadier-General Thomas Blamey on 17th Sept. 1922 contains the names of local soldiers who were killed.
Commemorates the 50th Anniversary of RAAF Base Wagga which commenced operations on 1st July 1940.
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WELCOME TO WAGGA WAGGA
A CITY OF A HUNDRED LITTLE THINGS
Wagga Wagga is a City that builds on its strengths to afford residents an enviable lifestyle – quality education and training, good employment prospects, and a range of activities to strike the perfect work/life balance.
The minimal travelling time between work and home leaves plenty of time to achieve the greatly desired work/life balance and there are any number of sporting, recreational and community groups to meet any taste. It’s little wonder residents think living in Wagga Wagga is the clever choice. The experience of being in Wagga Wagga is enriching for visitors, who will find an inviting and friendly atmosphere and a range of activities that cater to all tastes. Wagga Wagga offers a temperate climate, diverse calendar of events, rich cultural heritage and wealth of fantastic attractions making it the ideal destination for visitors all year round. With a population of over 63,000, Wagga Wagga is perfectly positioned on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, about half-way between Australia’s two largest cities Sydney and Melbourne. Its population is growing at a rate faster than the state average, and is projected to be close to 68,000 by the year 2026. Wagga Wagga’s size and location position it as a significant hub for industry, including defence, with both the Army Recruit Training Centre (Kapooka) and RAAF Base Wagga. It is also an important centre for health, social and retail services for surrounding towns.
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ARTS PRECINCT From traditional to contemporary, there is something to suit the tastes of all arts and culture enthusiasts in Wagga Wagga. With its two public art galleries, including the world-class National Art Glass Collection, two museums, three theatres and two outdoor amphitheatres, the diversity is unparalleled in regional Australia. Situated in the heart of the city, the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery exhibits an exciting range of touring shows and locally developed exhibitions from the Gallery’s extensive collections, as well as the work of Riverina based artists. It is also the home of the Margaret Carnegie Print Collection and the National Art Glass Collection. The National Art Glass Collection is housed in the National Art Glass Gallery. This prestigious title is due to the national significance of this collection as it reflects contemporary art glass practice from its development in the 1960’s to the present. Acquisitions are made each year and there are approximately 500 works in the collection. Admission to both the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery and Art Glass Gallery is free and you can visit www.waggaartgallery.org to find out more about current exhibitions and opening times.
Conveniently located in the same precinct, you’ll find the fabulous Museum of the Riverina inside the Historic Council Chambers. The Museum is housed over two locations and the Historic Council Chambers site was originally the City’s Town Hall and Municipal Offices as well as the seat of Local Government until 1999 when it was converted into the Museum. Now it’s a space for travelling exhibitions and a meeting venue. The Museum’s second site, near the Botanic Gardens, hosts the Sporting Hall of Fame, established in 1993, it recognises the outstanding achievements of Wagga Wagga athletes and sports people who have excelled in their field at the national and international level. Information on exhibitions can be found at wagga.nsw.gov.au/ museum For a cultural journey, try one of Wagga Wagga’s heritage walks. There are two to choose from each winding around significant buildings and sites in the City. Take the opportunity to wander around the Wiradjuri Walking Track, named after Wagga Wagga’s indigenous inhabitants.
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THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN WAGGA
WAGGA WAGGA’S FAMOUS “FIVE O’CLOCK WAVE” As with many large cities with a long and proud history, Wagga Wagga has developed its own “urban legends” which seem to have taken a life of their own. One such myth is the legendary “Five o’clock Wave”, said to wash down the Murrumbidgee River near Wagga Wagga Beach at precisely 5 o’clock each day, following upstream releases of water from the Blowering and Burrinjuck dams. Although the timing is fixed, the size and spread of the wave downstream is said to vary due to factors such as water levels. Stories about its international attraction vary, but one such tale is that in 1910 during a brief visit to Australia in the first powered flight to arrive in the country, legendary magician Harry Houdini flew the first plane ever to land in Wagga Wagga with the sole purpose of catching the legendary sight. The story continues that unfortunately, due to the drought condition which was the predicament of most of the country at the time, the Great Houdini left the city disappointed.
WAGGA WAGGA BEACH On the southern bank of the Murrumbidgee, just a five minute walk from the city centre, is Wagga Wagga Beach. The river and more specifically Wagga Wagga Beach have a strong association with the City’s history. Explorer Charles Sturt disembarked at the site on 5th Dec 1829 during his expedition to determine if Australia had an “inland sea”. It’s now a perfect location for a picnic with its undercover seating and free BBQ area. Today, rather than sleeping on the beach beneath up-turned longboats as Sturt and his men did, modern explorers of Wagga Wagga will be pleased to discover an exceptionally well appointed caravan park with cabins is now beautifully positioned to take advantage of the great Murrumbidgee views on offer. You will still see monuments to days gone by – the Wagga Wagga Beach Life Saving Club was started in 1927 and disbanded in 1971 and throughout its long, proud history, not a single person drowned. The Club was at its strongest during the 30s and it was the ambition of many teenage boys to join the Club during this period and there was a long waiting list to be a part of it. Location: Johnson St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
WAGGA WAGGA BOTANIC GARDENS Wagga Wagga’s Botanic Gardens have grown to be among the finest in Australia. Lots of different types of spectacular gardens have been lovingly prepared to take advantage of Wagga Wagga’s annual median rainfall of 575mm (26 inches). Whilst many beds include traditional roses, stunning camellias and exotic succulents, this is possibly the only garden in the world where you can enjoy being completely enveloped in a rainforest gully, with a drought-proof model Waterwise Garden right beside it.
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For families, the children’s adventure playground and open-air dining facility provides visitors with eight free electric barbecues and comfortable seating for over 100 people. For those wishing to walk off their outdoor lunch, the Botanic Gardens Fitness Trail which commences near the exquisite Tree Chapel and finishes near the Wagga Wagga Music Bowl, is the ideal place to wander.
to feed the animals, who very much welcome the attention! The Mini Zoo’s large paddocks entertain an assorted range of native and domestic animals. Wallabies, kangaroos, emus, donkeys and goats jostle for visitors’ attention alongside wandering peacocks and ducks.
With kiosk, restaurant, a choice of three children’s playgrounds, Wagga Wagga’s magnificent Botanic Gardens is a must see.
The Mini Zoo also houses one of the best collections of birds outside a capital city zoo. Black satin bower birds, stunning parrots, rare pheasants and peacocks live inside the superb Free Flight Enclosure. Some of the walkways are elevated, allowing visitors to look through the tree tops for a bird’s eye view of the canopy.
Location: Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens, Lord Baden Powell Drive, Willans Hill, Wagga Wagga.
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WAGGA WAGGA’S MINI ZOO & FREE FLIGHT AVIARY
The award winning, state-of-the-art Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre is widely recognised as one of the premium sports complexes in Australia.
Located in the Botanic Gardens, Wagga Wagga’s Mini Zoo is maintained by Wagga Wagga City Council and is the perfect place for both visitors and local residents to relax.
Facilities include:
Entry is free and children can buy a small bag of pellets before entering
• 50 metre, 10 lane, outdoor FINA standard pool; • indoor beach area featuring large mushrooms, airjets and a waterfall; • indoor turbo pool with spa; • indoor 10 lane 25 metre pool; • easy access hydrotherapy indoor pool heated to 34 degrees; and
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• indoor wave pool! The unique, Oasis Wave Ball is the most popular feature at the Oasis Centre and can create up to 2 metre waves. It’s Australia’s only wave ball and is open every day of the year. Location: Cnr Baylis Street and Morrow Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 Phone: 6926 9390 or oasiswaggawagga.com.au
WAGGA WAGGA FARMERS MARKET The greatest Saturday morning pleasure for a Wagga Wagga local is to be in the centre of town at the Wollundry Lagoon on Farmers’ Market day, savouring the freshest seasonal locally grown produce. With an emphasis on quality product and presentation, this Wagga Wagga association brings fresh produce direct to the customer straight from the proud growers themselves. The markets are held next to the lagoon in front of the Civic Theatre every second Saturday of the year from 8am until 1pm. Location: Wollundry Lagoon, near the bridge, Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga
With a wide range of current films, operas, ballets, nostalgia, film festivals, 3D and events, with fully digital sound and projection, there’s something for everyone at FORUM 6 CINEMAS!
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KID’S STUFF Are you after swings, roundabouts, see-saws and things for your children to climb all over? There are several brilliant playgrounds in the two dozen parks and ovals around Wagga Wagga. A couple of these can be found in the Botanic Gardens including a spectacular maze, flying fox and a geometric spider-web rope climb. There are also playgrounds in Collins Park, Henwood Park, Bolton Park, Kessler Park and Lake Albert Oval to enjoy. If you’re having a swim at The Oasis, you’ll also find another children’s playground under shade sails on Morgan Street. While you’re in the area, just next to the aquatic centre there’s a free Skate Park in Bolton Park, for roller-blades, skateboards, BMX, scooters and roller-skates. There are bowls, ramps and a grind rail; however, protective clothing must be worn by participants at all times. Alternatively, a swim, picnic, BBQ or beach cricket at Wagga Beach might always be an option and alternatively, the Forum 6 Cinema complex has all the latest movie releases. See the local papers for details or wagga.forum6.com.au
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WINE, DINE AND RELAX.
Wagga Wagga has a delicious diversity of restaurants, take-aways and cafes that accommodate all tastes. From top-end gourmet to affordable and tasty as well as food from across the globe, Wagga Wagga’s epicurean delights will thrill the most discerning palate. Indian restaurants as well as Thai, Chinese, Mexican, Lebanese, Japanese are peppered throughout the city.
Listed below is a good selection of the dining options available to visitors, but it’s by no means the complete list. Contact the Visitor Information Centre to find out the wide range of dining options that await you. THE COMMERCIAL CLUB It’s a great tradition in Australia to enjoy the company of family and friends and celebrate good times with great food. The Bistro at the Commercial Club promises you this. Located in central Gurwood street the bistro provides high quality cuisine for all tastes at
affordable prices. With a reputation for great food there is no better place to enjoy a nourishing meal in a homely environment. The Commercial Club has been transformed and refurbished with the addition of the Deck (pictured above). The Deck is the perfect venue, adaptable to any occasion – business or pleasure. The main lounge provides a quiet place for a drink with friends and family after Graduation or at end of your course with a range of daily promotions, live entertainment and international shows. The Caffe Bar offers quality coffee sourced locally from Premium Coffee Roasters, cakes, slices & a tasty snack menu. Slow down, relax, indulge yourself and enjoy the comfy new lounges and couches. There is also Keno, Kids Club and enquire about a courtesy bus.
WAGGA RSL The Club has just been extensively refurbished with two new bars and the addition of a Wood Fired Pizza Oven. Among several dining options, the Wagga RSL has Pearl Chinese Restaurant which does an unmissable meal. An a la carte assortment of foods from Japan, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam is offered to diners together with the more familiar Chinese menu favourites. Book to avoid disappointment and remember that the take away option is available. Ph 69213624.There’s also the RSL Bistro – open for breakfast, lunch and dinner – where you can find all those traditional and favourite dishes we love including steaks,seafood, chicken,
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great schnitzels and more. For fresh, tasty snacks and light meals that will impress, try the Club Café. Whether it’s for coffee, a salad, gourmet sandwich or scrumptious cake, the Club Café hits the spot. Delicious, fresh food, served with a smile. Wagga RSL provides the highest level of club service you’d expect from the premier RSL Club in country NSW.
THE WILLIAM FARRER HOTEL Near Wagga Wagga Railway Station the William Farrer Hotel is all about great food, great rooms and great service. It also has icy cold brews on tap and the heartiest seafood basket in Wagga Wagga, all at reasonable prices. Open for breakfast/lunch and dinner, the warm and friendly atmosphere of the Farrer is also a perfect place to stay the night if you’re travelling. It’s a family run institution run by the Barnhill family of rugby league fame.
SUMOSALAD At the other end of the spectrum, SumoSalad is an idea of tailored for today. The creators were a couple of young Sydneysiders who wanted to create a healthy eating alternative for all Australians. The SumoSalad “Design Your Own Salad” concept was the first of its kind in the country and possibly the world, and was a great success. The Sumo Salad menu now includes Sushi pasta salads, wraps, soups and toasties.
CACHE Stepping through the doors and the lime-green modern décor of Cache makes you feel like you’re getting healthier already. Don’t be put off by the healthy stereotype though. There are plenty of taste treats on the menu. A newly opened smoothie bar inside Cache is just as enticing as the menu, which with countless tasty flavour combinations you can invent exactly what you feel like from the freshest of ingredients.
DUKE OF KENT HOTEL Locals and visitors agree that the best pub to get a view of the magnificent Murrumbidgee River is at the Duke of Kent Hotel. Finalist in the BEST STEAK VENUE in 2010 and again this year plus BEST Casual Dining Venue/ BEST Budget Pub-Style Accommodation and Chris Egan is Individual Property Owner of the Year Finalist in the AHA Awards for Excellence. The open air bar and deck area is a fantastic place to have lunch. Traditional pub food or dine in style in the restaurant. Great food and a warm welcome! Large plasma screens beam in live sport and at night, DJs and live bands grace the Duke’s stage until late.
Burgers, pizzas, ribs & wings Licenced Bar, indoor & outdoor areas Functions & parties available OPEN Tue- Fri - 8:00am til late Weekends 9:00am til late. Breakfast, lunch & dinner
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THE Duke Hotel welcomes all Defence Personnel, friends and families.
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• Great Pub-style Accommodation in a central location. • 9 Refurbished Rooms with en-suite $50- $90
Bar and Lounge · Happy Hour Mon-Fri · FREE bar snacks · The only open air bar with great Murrumbidgee River views · Restaurant quality meals at pub prices
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Arguably the best hotel in Wagga Wagga, the Mantra Pavilion offers all guests an amazing experience. We offer outstanding rooms and suites, and our friendly staff will make you feel right at home. You will love SALA Restaurant and Bar, a great place to meet family and friends for a outstanding meal or just a coffee or drink. We look forward to you visiting
In the heart of Wagga Wagga at 22-30 Kincaid Street
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THE RULES CLUB
Some people just can’t orient themselves properly in a new town without knowing exactly where the best steaks are to be had. Baylis Street in the CBD has quite a few restaurants which offer locally raised beef, but there’s always the suspicion when dining somewhere for the first time that the chef won’t nail the sizzle of your steak to absolute mouth-watering perfection the first time around.
The Rules Club can cater for all your tastebuds, with a choice from our a la carté menu, a self-serve buffet and fantastic daily specials. There is certainly something to suit all tastes. Our friendly staff will make you feel relaxed and welcome with Bistro 2000 open daily. Lunch is served from 12pm - 2pm and dinner, 6pm - 9pm.There is always a salad bar and dessert on offer, along with a great choice of both Chinese & Australian meals. On Fridays, it’s our “all you can eat” buffet, three course meal deal and it wouldn’t be a Sunday without a traditional Sunday roast.
HOG’S BREATH CAFÉ That’s why when travelling in Australia a Hog’s Breath Café is such a welcome sight. Credited with developing Prime Rib steaks in Australia, there’s not a more tender, mouth-watering steak to be had anywhere. If you’ve always thought of going to a Hog’s Breath Café lately and just haven’t got around to it, now’s the time to give into that urge.
Also in the Fitzmaurice Street end of Wagga Wagga’s city centre, between the Court House and the Murrumbidgee River you’ll find some good pubs within easy walking distance of one another.
THE SPORTSMEN’S CLUB HOTEL
THE THIRSTY CROW KITCHEN
The bistro at the Sportsmen’s is home to classic Australian pub menu favourites including; crispy chicken parmi’s, tender lamb cutlets & four cuts of the Riverina’s famous beef all served up with lashings of your preferred sides and sauces. Relax in the family friendly bistro and enjoy some of Wagga’s best hospitality.
The Thirsty Crow Kitchen specialises in an array of standout meals; from Craft Pizza’s to Charcuterie Boards. All of these are a little bit quirky and pair up perfectly with our brews. Antipasto Platters, Cheese Boards and many other meals are also a great choice to nibble on whilst you’re here.
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Further along Baylis Street, reward time spent browsing through the stores with a luscious gourmet pizza from Il Corso’s. Priding itself in creating culinary tastes rich in heritage, if an authentic traditional thin-and-crispy base drizzled with mozzarella cheese, olives, market-sought prosciutto and peppers is your thing, their doors are open.
For great Italian food you cannot miss La Porchetta, half way down Baylis Street, with a full range restaurant menu including pizza, pasta, steak, chicken, fish and salad. La Porchetta has something for everyone. plus a friendly welcoming
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Come & enjoy one of Wagga Wagga’s iconic local pubs. The Sportsmen Club Hotel offers a relaxing and comfortable environment to meet new and old friends alike.
Originally established in 1877 the Sportsmens we know today is steeped in history and character, one of the oldest original pub sites in Wagga. Situated equidistant from the CBD & Murrum-
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bidgee Turf Club on the corner of Beckwith & Kincaid St. The Sportsmens promises cold beer and great food. The Sportsmens Club Hotel ‘where good sports meet’.
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The Wagga Wagga Airport Tourist Park is located within minutes from the airport for families and friends of the RAAF Base Wagga. We offer self-contained cabins, caravans, powered and unpowered sites catering for all accommodation needs and budgets. We’d love to see you soon!
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