Tyalgum tops in 2002

The Australian Naval Cadet training ship Tyalgum has been judged the most efficient cadet naval unit in Australia.

CN VADM Chris Ritchie announced the winner last month and made a call at their ship to formally present the Navy League Efficiency Shield for 2002.

TS Tyalgum is based beside Sea World Drive, Southport and is commanded by LCDR Christine Sheppard.

The unit was the most efficient unit in Queensland in 1971, 1991, 1996, 1997 and 1998. In 1997 and 2002 it was the most efficient unit across Australia.

There are 82 cadet units across the nation catering for teenagers aged from 13 to 18. Many cadets go on to careers in the RAN.

After the presentation the unit proceeded to demonstrate its marching and drill skills with a march past and "advance in review" order.

A large crowd of family members and Defence personnel was on hand to watch VADM Ritchie present the award.

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