order to ensure they are high quality, motivated and enabled to contribute at all levels to the cadet experience Design and Support - Sustain and improve the NZCF organisation and so provide the best possible support to adult NZCF personnel and RF/Civilian staff, in order to minimise administrative processes, manage risk and deliver safe activities to cadets. Engagement - Raise and sustain the positive profile of the NZCF within the NZDF and wider society, and enhance the reputation of both organisations through cadet engagement with, and on behalf of, the NZDF. Training - Raise the quality of developmental programmes offered through the NZCF, ensuring they are fit-for-purpose, cater to all learning styles and maximise the use of digital technologies. Composition Headquarters New Zealand Cadet Forces' headquarters element is based in Trentham Army Camp The commandant and New Zealand Defence Force Headquarters staff work out of this office. Each Area (Northern, Central, and Southern) also have their own offices which they use to administer their areas. Each area is normally led by a regular force commissioned officer, however occasionally senior non-commissioned officers hold the position. The Commandant of New Zealand Cadet Forces is typically a senior New Zealand Defence Force officer (LTCOL/E) and is drawn from any of the three NZDF branches. National and Area Warrant Officers 2017 saw the introduction of four new Warrant Officer positions for senior cadet NCOs. These positions are to allow a direct line of communication from cadets to the senior staff of the New Zealand Cadet Forces. The individual who holds the Warrant Officer New Zealand Cadet Forces position is a member of the Headquarters NZCF leadership team. They are mandated to render advice on any matters within the NZCF environment, but with particular focus on strategic matters affecting personnel, training, and welfare. The Warrant Officer of the New Zealand Cadet Forces reports directly to the Commandant, NZCF. Area Warrant Officers operate in a similar, more regional capacity. These individuals are a supplementary member of the Cadet Force Training and Support Unit (CFTSU) of their relevant Area. Just like the National Warrant Officer these personnel are mandated to render advice on any matters within the NZCF environment, but with particular focus on matters affecting personnel and training and welfare in their areas. They work in partnership with the Area Coordinators and Area Support Officers in their region as well as corresponding with both the National