By Brendan Rees
A former student of Cranbourne’s St Peter’s College returned to his old stomping ground last week, inspiring many students to become future leaders in the Australian Defence Force.
Royal Australian Air Force (RAFF) traffic controller Flight Lieutenant Adon Lumley visited the school with members of the men’s and women’s RAAF football team who conducted a training session at the school’s west campus oval on Friday, 23 March.
The team were down for the Australian Defence Force Aussie Rules National Carnival for a two week period where they played against the Navy and Army football teams at Punt road Oval.
Mr Lumley has served in the RAAF since 2003 after graduating from St Peter’s College in 2002.
“We are grateful to have been hosted by St Peter’s. I am where I am because of St Peter’s College. We aim to give back and inspire young men and women,” he said.
After training, Mr Lumley joined other RAAF personnel including a combat jet pilot, loadmasters, air-movements physical training instructors, and air combat officers in speaking with students about different careers in the RAAF.
St Peter’s College spokeswoman April Hampson said students were keen to learn about life in the Air Force.
Students were told of the importance of doing well in English, maths and science subjects which are looked upon favourably when entering the RAAF.
“Many students stayed behind, where the members of the team generously gave more of their time to meet with the students, and answer their individual questions,” Ms Hampson said.
