Goulburn will play host to the Royal Military College between 12th April and the 6th May this year, as they undertake complex army training exercises in an urban environment.
Around 160 army personnel will be split into three platoons for the three and a half week exercise, where they will be tested against complex scenarios as part of their progression of training.
RMC will set up base at the Goulburn Cadet Depot, however the three platoons will be stationed in different parts of Goulburn, establishing camps in these areas.
Mayor Bob Kirk said Council was pleased to host the military college for these important exercises.
“It was the preference of RMC to undertake the training in Goulburn this year due to COVID-19 limiting interstate travel periodically.
It will be a boost to our local economy while they are stationed here, and they will also be involved in Youth Week, showcasing career opportunities to our younger people” said Mayor Kirk.
RMC will undertake a targeted media campaign in the weeks leading up to the exercises to ensure the community is well informed. This will also include letterbox drops to homes who will hear extra noise throughout the exercises and will offer them the chance to provide feedback prior to April.
During the period there will be light and heavy defence vehicles operating in Goulburn, and some exercises will use blank-fire rounds which do not fire projectiles but do make loud noise.
