RAEME Association Queensland Inc

The RAQ is excited to invite expressions of interest for a Youth Member (North Queensland) to join the RAQ Committee.

This is a unique opportunity for a motivated and passionate RAEME soldier or young tradesperson to become the voice of the next generation, helping shape the future of our Corps and the Association.

The Youth Member plays a vital role in bridging the gap between the veteran RAEME community and younger serving members. You’ll represent the views of young soldiers, advocate for their interests, and help strengthen engagement across North Queensland and beyond.

About the Role

As the RAQ Youth Member, you will:

• Act as a liaison between RAQ and youth organisations, schools and communities
• Advocate for the interests of younger RAEME members in RAQ discussions and decisions
• Promote RAQ membership and participation
• Assist with organising and supporting RAQ events and activities
• Attend monthly RAQ meetings and provide updates on issues affecting young tradespeople
• Contribute to initiatives and policies to ensure they are inclusive and youth-focused
• Represent RAQ across communication platforms when required

Who should apply?

You don’t need to be senior in rank — this role is about potential, passion and leadership. Ideal candidates will:

• Be a committed and enthusiastic member of the RAEME Corps
• Have strong communication and people skills
• Be willing to contribute time, ideas and energy to the Association
• Be interested in advocacy, leadership and community engagement

What’s in It for you?

• Real influence on the future direction of RAQ
• Hands-on experience in leadership, advocacy and public relations
• Networking with senior veterans and Defence industry leaders
• To kick things off and to get you kitted up, a $100 RAQ Corps Shop gift voucher upon appointment and another in 12 months' time.

Have your say. shape the future.

If you’re passionate about the Corps and want to represent your generation within RAQ, we want to hear from you.

Applications (a short letter of introduction) should be sent to:
Paul Gibbs – Deputy Chairman RAQ
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Join us in shaping the future of RAQ for North Queensland and for generations to come.

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RAEME National Network

Maintenance Matters - First edition is out now! - Reminder

Our new Corps-wide RAEME newsletter has officially launched, marking the start of a stronger, more connected era of communication across the Corps.⁣

• It can be downloaded as a PDF or
• It can be viewed online as a Flipbook at:
• https://heyzine.com/flip-book/4229c7fd66.html

A huge thank‑you to the Associations and members who contributed content—you’ve helped build real momentum for this new platform.⁣

⁣For the newsletter to thrive, we need stories from across the Corps, especially from serving workshops. To encourage contributions, the RAQ is offering a $50 gift voucher for the best published submission each edition. ⁣

⁣Calling all RAEME National Servicemen

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Following the recent 75th anniversary of the National Service, we would like to capture the stories of those Nashos who served in RAEME. ⁣⁣

⁣⁣If you were a Nasho, or if you know a Nasho who served in RAEME, please reach out to us hear or via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Arte et Marte,

Ian Cook

Managing Editor

Maintenance Matters

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Who wants Hoodie in Summer?

A reminder the Website to order RAEME Clothing from the HOC shop. Currently Unisex Hoodies now with tricolour and Flag on the sleeves, Womens/Mens T-Shirt, Womens/Mens Polo Shirt (with or without pocket) and womens/mens training shorts, all in a selection of colours is now live.

Orders can be placed on the website, paid for, add delivery for $18 anywhere in Aust, then wait for them to arrive. Orders will close at the end of each month with delivery expected in around two weeks.

If wanting to order bulk qty’s (20 plus) contact Shaun White (details on the website) and he’ll arrange everything. FYI, 15% of all sales come back to Corps Funds, to be used for national awards, recognition of service certificates/parchments to everyone as they leave the Corps, Artificer recognition, HOC presentations, disbursements to RAEME regions in support of functions and other Corps related activities.

The website is https://shop.hunterpp.com.au/raeme