BLUF
A secret commando school operated on K'gari (Fraser Island) during WW2, due to its remote location. Soldiers practised parachuting, canoeing, anti-tracking, mining and medical response techniques; while Z Special Unit trained there for covert operations.Learning Outcomes
- Historical Awareness — The article highlights lesser-known wartime activities conducted from K'gari and explains their significance within Australia’s broader wartime history.
- Leadership — It demonstrates how individuals volunteered for dangerous operations requiring resilience, trust and specialised preparation.
- Communication & Cognition — The story explains the importance of Morse code, intelligence gathering and covert communication during clandestine operations.
