Townsville
Above: Dean Goninan, Duanne Maggenti, Gus Angus and Wayne Nutchey Nutch two current 3 Bde WO1s with their CPLs from Somalia - 30 years ago - Townsville 2023
An invitation is extended to all current and past members of the Corps and friends of RAEME to attend our Annual ANZAC Day March & Function.
Flynn’s is a privately booked RAEME Function so please bring some form of RAEME Insignia/memorabilia (Cap, tie, tie bar, hat badge, collar dog, lapel pin, badge, patch, cufflinks etc to gain entry to Flynn’s). If you do not have any of these items, please have someone wearing RAEME memorabilia vouch for you via security at the door.
Parade behind our RAQ Tri-Colour Banner and see it flying proudly!
- Where - Flynn’s Hotel - Must wear something RAEME for entry.
- What - from 0600-0830h & after the March 0930-1330h
- Townsville City March - RAEME FUP for ANZAC DAY North Ward, Strand Park, approx 0900h step off
We're looking forward to seeing you there.
Regards
Tank Pontifex
RAQ NQ -
Brisbane
Above: Members and guests at the ANZAC Day March 2023
The first ANZAC Day Parade took place in Brisbane on the 25 April 1916. While we remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom during the Dawn Services and other services of Remembrance, the ANZAC Day Parade is an opportunity to celebrate and recognise all those that have served and still continue to serve our country.
The parade will be held on Adelaide Street, between George Street and Creek Street, from 9:45am to 12:30pm and will feature former and current ADF veterans and other groups and Associations who contribute to the Parade that make it the commemoration worthy of its heritage.
The 2024 Parade will be conducted along the traditional route we are all use to. The RAEME Association QLD will step off in Group 7 (Section F) in the vicinity of George and Mary Streets at 1105h. The RAQ will follow the RAAOC Association with a band between the two groups. The following map depicts the form up point for the RAQ:
Parade March Guidelines:
All Participants, serving and retired, are required to mark time/halt at the junction of Elizabeth and George Streets at the discretion of the Deputy Parade Marshal until called forward.
The RAQ will march in the centre two lanes of George, Creek and, where able, Adelaide Street. The RAQ will be marching 5 abreast. Please all be aware of trip hazards; survey markers, potholes etc.
The following link will take you to an interactive map of the Parade Area: https://www.rslsouthqueensland.org/parade-interactive-map/
Those requiring a buggy will need to make their way to the “Jeep Loading Area” adjacent to the Post Office Square in Queen Street, near the end of the Mall. You can get there by walking or catching a Buggy Shuttle from the corner of Eagle and Queen Streets.
Please refer to the interactive map: https://www.rslsouthqueensland.org/parade-interactive-map/
The Parade Marshals will then transport those veterans to the “Jeep Holding Area” in Elizabeth Street where you will be seated, then taken to the RAQ FUP prior to them stepping off at 1105h.
Arte Et Marte
Max Walker
Powerpack change - High Range Training Area - Townsville
Above RAEME craftsmen undertake the task of changing the power pack of an M1 Abrams tank from 2 CAV REGT with the assistance of an M88 ARV.
Craftsmen demonstrate their expertise, working in tandem with the specialised capabilities of the M88 to execute the power pack replacement with precision. Such exercises not only enhance the proficiency of the personnel involved but also reinforce the operational readiness of Army's armoured forces, ensuring they remain a formidable asset.
Image courtesy of Defence
1 ARMD REGT - Cultana SA
Above: RAEME tricolour flying proudly!
The Regiment had a great few weeks training in Cultana on Exercise Paratus Walk 24. Post the courses camp period the Regiment worked up from individual vehicle live fire to troop level live fire and manoeuvre. The exercise culminated with the conduct of Paratus Cup 2024 with the troop competition occurring over a testing 72hrs.
Troops were tested and ranked in their ability to conduct a number of tactical tasks including ambushes, securing key terrain, and advance to, and in, contact.
Image and Article courtesy of Defence
