We’ve just been advised by NZCF Central office that the NZDF intends to take THREE people with them to Gallipoli this year for ANZAC day celebrations.  This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and you MUST hurry now if you wish to apply.

Current criteria are:

  • One Cadet from each corps will be selected.
  • Cadets must be a descendant of an ex-service person who has served during a war or emergency.
  • The applicant must be 17 on date of travel and already have a valid passport.
  • Duty of Care will be provided by NZDF personnel.
  • Travel dates are 19 April – Depart Whenuapai, 01 May – Arrive Whenuapai.

If you are interested in applying, you MUST get an application in to the Central Area office by Friday 26 February 2010 – which means in to the Adjutant at No. 13 Squadron by  Thursday 25th February.

Applications need to:

  • Include a passport photo
  • Include details of your passport (number, issue date etc.)
  • Include a details of the serviceperson you are descended from
  • Be signed by your parents
  • Be signed by your Unit Commander

See FGOFF Faulknor-Murrell on Thursday if you’re interested, or email us directly on admin@13squadron.co.nz

2 Responses to “ANZAC Day trip to Gallipoli”

  1. Cdt Fraser
    15:48, 17.02.2010

    Hello, was wondering what the criteria was as it seemsnot to be stated above. Thanks

  2. FLTLT Faulknor-Murrell
    17:57, 17.02.2010

    As posted above:
    Current criteria are:

    •One Cadet from each corps will be selected.
    •Cadets must be a descendant of an ex-service person who has served during a war or emergency.
    •The applicant must be 17 on date of travel and already have a valid passport.
    •Duty of Care will be provided by NZDF personnel.
    •Travel dates are 19 April – Depart Whenuapai, 01 May – Arrive Whenuapai.
    If you are interested in applying, you MUST get an application in to the Central Area office by Friday 26 February 2010 – which means in to the Adjutant at No. 13 Squadron by Thursday 25th February.

    Thanks
    CUCDR

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