Photograph - 30th Regional Cadet Unit Of Australia Freedom Of The City Of Sunshine Parade 1998 Photographs, The Advocate, 5th December 1998

Negative (collection) - Sunshine Advocate Negative Collection

Historical information

These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 1998, show the 30th Regional Cadet Unit of Australia taking part in the Freedom of the City of Sunshine parade.

The images capture the unit marching in full ceremonial order as part of the civic honour granted by the municipality.

The 30th Regional Cadet Unit of Australia (Sunshine) was a community‑based youth cadet organisation active in Melbourne’s western suburbs, particularly Sunshine, St Albans, and Deer Park. It operated independently of the Australian Defence Force cadet structure, though it adopted similar uniforms, drill practices, and leadership training.

Significance

The Freedom Ceremony dates from the medieval times when cities and towns were fortified by walls. Visiting armies had to be granted freedom of entry before being allowed to pass. A trusted military unit would be allowed to march through the city in full ceremonial order, a public affirmation of honour, trust, and the bond between the regiment and the community.

Physical description

Digital scans of colour negatives

Inscriptions & markings

30th Regional Cadet Unit Of Australia Freedom Of The City Of Sunshine 555.2

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