3x New Zealand Cadet Corps Badge (c. WWII)
 
The numerous Cadet Corps formed during the Volunteer period became Public School Cadets under the control of the Education Dept on July 5, 1902.
 
On 17 March 1911, a new Cadet Corps was formed and was divided into Junior Cadets for boys from 12 to 14 years and Senior Cadets for boys aged 14 years and above. Each Senior Cadet wore a fern leaf badge with the Unit's designated number in the centre.
 
After the Great War, the Cadet Corps gradually adopted the badges of the Regiment or district to which they were attached. The General issue badge in use today was first issued in 1950