We are Blacktown Army Cadet Unit and have a long history dating back to 1979. At this time the unit was originally formed in Shalvey High School. The Government of that day disbanded all school cadet units due to it being a disadvantage to youth who were not attending those schools. In 1981 we reformed at our current location in Blacktown. The program is run by volunteer adult staff.
We pride ourselves on being the largest community based cadet unit in our Battalion. We are also one of the largest in our Brigade.
To enrol into the program, you must be at least 12 turning 13 the same year and not reached 17 years of age.