The Regular Force Cadet Association

M. Severs (Weir class)

"Discharged from RNZE in 1961 to try primary teaching but didn't like it so travelled for three years before enrolling at Canterbury University; ending with an MA in History. Subsequent career in print and radio journalism in NZ, Oz and the UK. Currently retired after 14 years as News Editor of the Press Association and happy running my own Graphic Design business. NZ marriage foundered (surprise, surprise) in 1973 but remarried Pommy girl and still with her, two dogs, two horses and an eight acre small holding 25miles south of London. Would like to hear from anyone I knew, and particularly anyone who was also a friend of Brian Sloper as I was very upset when reading about his death. Finally, Gus Thomas, if you're out there, get in touch!!"

B. Sharp (Ngarimu class)

"After Cadets Aug 71, joined RNZIR, Singapore 73/75. discharged mid 76, joined British Army Parachute Regiment, continued with my hobby of sport parachuting. Served in many places and countries but mostly Germany. Discharged in 94. Live in Germany, married to German girl Gabi, have 18 year old son, own house etc. Work now as a parachute rigger at a British military adventure training unit in Germany repairing parachutes and packing reserves. Still jump, have 5300+. Any friends who wish to contact, email Bsharp2440@aol.com . Hope to hear from some old mates. Never regret being in Cadets, (most of the time)"

D.T. Sharp (Rennie class)

"Graduated into RNZAC and posted to QA Sqn after grad. Apart from 2 years recruiting in Auckland I have been in Waiouru the whole time (in QA, TAD, Army schools), and am currently the WSM of Mounted Operations Wing at the Combat School."

W.J. Sharp (Ngarimu class)

Served with RNZIR until 76, discharged and joined Para Reg with British Army. Another discharge in 94, now live and work in Germany. Started sport parachuting in 74 with 1RNZIR in Singapore, still do it 30+ years later. Anyone needing contact details: Bsharp2440@aol.com

Cowboy Shaw (Crump class)

Served with RNZAOC in 1 Inf Wksps, ANZUK ORD Depot, 1 OFP, 1 Fd Wksps, 2 Fd Wksps, NZ Force Workshops, 1 Base Wksps. Retired early 90's. Served as civvy with UN in UNPROFOR and UNMiBH, then with DynCorp in Bosnia 1995-2000, East Timor 2000-2002, Liberia 2003-04, Iraq 2004 until present 2006. Have always believed that the cadet background meant that an unique experience was added to my career and life since. Son Jason living in Auckland, daughter Christelle living and working from Dubai for Emirates Air, daughter Valani at home in CHCH.

Michael B. Shearer (Williams class)

Graduated in to the RNZAC, and reached the rank of Sgt before leaving the army in December 2004 to pursue a career in Civil Engineering based in Otaki ( Kapiti Coast ). I've served on three operational tours, two to Bosnia (1994-95, 1999-2000), and one to East Timor in 2001. I have spent all but one year in Waiouru, and it may sound odd...but I miss the place. I have a wife and one son (Tracey & Richmond), as well as an alaskan Malamute dog which I hope to sled race when she's mature. I have played rugby league for two provinces, and selected for the army team but didn't play for the army as it clashed with a provincial match. Love fishing, motorbikes, mountain biking (novice),cabinet making among other things. left the army as I didn't like the direction the new army was going, but had things remained the same, there's no doubt I'd still be there. Give us an e-mail if you want to get in touch. e-mail address is qaarnie@hotmail.com

Graduated to the RNZAC. Spent all my time in Waibaria, and actually like the place. Have had two postings to Bosnia (94-95, 99-2000), and am waiting to go to Timor in May (joy). Really looking forward to the death of my corps at the end of the year, thanks to our beloved CGS & Co. Married to Leigha in Dec' 00, great day it was too. Not a bad little Army we have, leaning a bit too heavily on the touchy/feely side lately though. Interested in hearing from any ex clubbies. E-mail is pukapuka08@hotmail.com.

Chogi Sheldon (Burrows class)

Graduated Cadets 1975 into RNZEME. Did stints in Trentham, Waiouru, Fort Dorset. Left the services at the end of 1986 after almost 13 years. Fell into computing during my last 5 years and have remained in that industry ever since. Onto wife number three. No kids from first, two grown ups from second (20 and 18) and a 2.5 year old from current (and last). After wondering listlessly through life I believe I am finally happy with mine. I look back with fond memories on my time in the services and especially cadets. No intentions of returning to NZ. Too good a life here in Oz. Email is chogi@bigfoot.com for those who what to keep in touch.

N.C. Shepherd (Burrows class)

Served with 3 Field Squadron RNZE until 1980 when I left the army and joined the police. Served on the West Coast and was Sole Charge Officer at Arthur's Pass for 16 years until 2002. Went to Solomon Islands with police in 2002, then came to Dunedin where I am the Central City Community Constable.

J.W. (Steni Joe) Shepherd (Elliot class)

I joined in 1980 as a chef. Still have good memoties of Cadets. Between Cadets and the Army I had a great grounding for what life waqs to throw at us. I got out in 1989, from 1 green machine to another. Am now a cooking instructor with the NZ Prison Service.. I am still married to my first wife Sandra and have 4 children. Oldest is 21 amd in that other Service (which some of enjoyed time with at Ft Cautley) tghe Navy, aand youngest just started Secondary School. I have done so many things since I have been out but have only had the 1 job. Hooked into the Super still. Fantastic to see some of the names who we worked with. had good Cadet times and have lost contact with since. The army is certainly an experience you never lose during your life

G.R. Sherlock (Crump class)

After a 3 month break, I'm now working for Guaranteed Motors Ltd LMVD in Manurewa Auckland. Contact Phone number 09 267 2887or 0274-502568, Email graeme@rpmmotors.co.nz I hope to catch up with some old mates I haven't seen for 30 plus years. Denis Tewharu I heard you were in Wellington area, would be nice to hear from you. Regards to all.

D.A. Simpson (Thorpe class)

Cadets was great, I made a hell of a lot of good friends and I am still in contact with a number from our class. My best memory is of John Vatuitui whispering insults in my ear on the parade ground. I enjoyed browsing through the site and will be telling all my ex and current RFCS friends that I am in contact with about it. I live in Perth WA and have at least 5 friends over here from my class alone. Thanks for your time and effort. email: sgtsimo@hotmail.com

D.H. Smith (Hasset class)

Current Employment:

Platoon Sergeant Transport Platoon, Burnham Support Company, 3rd Logistics Battalion. BURNHAM CAMP. Ph. (03) 3630342

Fortes Fortuna Juvat.

G.D. Smith (Morris class)

Joined Jan 1981 as an apprentice chef and discharged upon qualifying in October 1988. Since that time I have taken a career path change into Sales and Marketing and am currently General Manager of Cafe Express (Wgtn) Ltd.

P.J. (Conan) Smith (Pearce class)

Signed my MD717 and departed RNZSigs in July 1992. Joined the United Nations Field Service as a U.N. Radio Operator and was posted to the United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon (UNIFIL). Served 9 months and then in May 93 got a TOD to the United Nations Iraq / Kuwait Observation Mission (UNIKOM) along the Iraq/Kuwait border. Branched into an administrative post mid 95 and was responsible for monitoring/inspecting all mission purchases, deliveries for approx US$30 million a year. Mar 98 reassigned back to UNIFIL and presently working as a Contracts Officer monitoring the purchase of fresh/dry/frozen/ chilled rations for 6 Battalions (4500 soldiers) in South Lebanon. Wife Amelia, sons David & Mathew.

J.H. Smith (Weir class)

I have moved. Now living in Brendale, North Brisbane. I had too much of looking after mature aged people, I even have trouble looking after myself now, driving buses and just trying to keep up with my four children. I would love to hear from ex clubbies. Please contact me on smithybigboy@bigpond.com See earlier entry for a realisation that people cannot read websites. Thanx Smitty (Ed). P.J. (Conan) SMITH pearce-1985 Joined RNZ Sigs in Hopu 2 after Cadets and departed in July 1992. Joined the United Nations Field Service as a U.N. Radio Operator and was posted to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). In May 93 I departed at short notice to United Nations Iraq / Kuwait Observation Mission (UNIKOM) along the Iraq/Kuwait border, initially supposed to stay 6 months, I ended up staying 5 years. Mid 95 branched out into asset control, receiving and inspection functions, and was responsible for checking all mission purchases. Mar 98 I was reassigned back to UNIFIL Procurement Section and managed the rations contracts for the 6700 strong UN force in South Lebanon. In Feb 2002 I was assigned to the Democratic Republic of Congo as Officer in Charge of General Services Section in one of the Brigade HQs, a role that involved mainly logistics type work but a fair bit of administration also. April 2004 assigned as Field Administrative Officer in Lubumbashi, DR of Congo where I am presently. Looking to return to NZ for good sometime in 2007 to be with my wife Amelia and sons David & Mathew.