The Royal Australian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (RAEME) Association Queensland Inc is a not for profit volunteer organisation, supporting the RAEME National Network by providing leadership to, and a focal point for, all RAEME affiliated Associations in Queensland, by promoting and recognising the corps and its achievements via independent memorial, celebratory, social, fundraising, sporting and other activities.
The goals of the Association are to:
- Promote the Corps' identity and reputation in Queensland
- Recognise and celebrate achievements of members of the Corps in Queensland
- Provide a focal point for Corps activities in Queensland
The role of the RAEME is to ensure maximum operational availability of equipment to enable the commander to win the land battle. RAEME is a technical corps tasked with the maintenance of the Army's modern hardware and equipment. More on the Corps can be found at this link.
This site has been developed as a communication tool for RAEME members in Queensland. All attempts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information supplied. If any errors or broken links are found, or if you have any item or article for inclusion on these pages, please contact the webmaster.
RAQ Subscriptions
Annual subscriptions to the RAQ are due by 30 June each year. Subscriptions can be paid using either PayPal (fee free) or EFT by clicking the Icon below and logging in. Renew your subscription for $10 a year or upgrade to Life Subscription for $100.
New members please use the 'Online Registration' link under the Membership banner.
All proceeds are used to support and promote the goals of the Association.
Meetings and Functions
Are held on the first Wednesday of each month excluding January, the latest information is on the Events page.
RAQ Gathering NQ - Sat 12 October 2024 - Townsville
Above:Members and guests at the May gathering.
An invitation is extended to all RAQ, current and former RAEME members and all friends of the Corps to attend a RAQ (NQ) gathering.
Where – Location Townsville TBA!
When - Sat 12 Oct 24 – 1230h - 1730h
Dress – Neat Casual
- Support to serving and ex-RAEME
- Meat Tray Raffle
- RAQ Member draw ($100)
- Bar Snacks provided
Exercise Wantok Warrior - Wewak, Papua New Guinea
Above: Soldiers 2nd Cavalry Regiment with local community members during Exercise Wantok Warrior.
Australian Light Armoured Vehicles from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment arrived in Wewak, Papua New Guinea, as the 3rd Brigade prepared to conduct training with the Papua New Guinea Defence Force as part of Exercise Wantok Warrior. The vehicles were transported via the Royal Australian Navy’s auxiliary ship, Australian Defence Vessel Reliant.
Above: Soldiers 2nd Cavalry Regiment with local community members during Exercise Wantok Warrior.
Exercise Wantok Warrior is part of Olgeta Warrior and has been held annually since 2009 to build shared understanding, professionalism, leadership, discipline and military capability.
Images and article courtesy of Defence
