Brisbane
Lead by our COL Comdt Queensland COL Piers Cambridge CSM, the 2025 parade will be held on Adelaide Street, between George Street and Creek Street. From the Governor of Queensland’s address at King George Square starting at 9:45am to the last marching participants at 12:25pm.
Current known information is:
- RAQ are in Group 4, Serial 49
- FUP - We will gather at Section J and will form up on George St across from Mary Street. There will be a large teardrop to identify the position of the about half way along that block towards Mary St Look for our Banner!
- Scheduled to march off at approx 1030hr
- Please make sure you are in place at least 30 minutes before this time
- More information is at the RSL parade Committee Website
Any veteran that can no longer march is invited to take advantage of the jeeps driven by the owner members of the Military Jeep Club of Queensland or the golf buggies. Vehicles are inserted behind the relevant Ex-Service organisations listed on the Order of March to remain close to their peers.
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In 2025 the event may still face restrictions to comply with the Event Planning requirements, however it will be conducted on the traditional route (see maps) unless otherwise notified. Those veterans and citizens unable to attend are invited to watch the event on ABC TV and be assured that the Parade participation and spectator opportunities are reviewed as we approach the event.
Post March Function
We will again be hosted by the Port Office Hotel, who open on ANZAC Day specifically to cater for us. Information is on our Website, and tickets are available now.
Please note: This is a private RAEME function and a ticket is required for entry. To comply with the licencing requirements alcohol can only be purchased with a meal, The meal must be prepared, served and eaten on the premises. The Port Office Hotel will be open from approx 1000h and the Buffet Meal will be served from approximately 1200-1400h on the day.
Townsville
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 Irish Bar will open from 0630h on 25 Apr 25 and will remain open during and after the march. 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.
Where - Flynn’s Hotel
When - from 0630-1330h
Townsville City March - The RAEME Form Up Point for the Strand March is Strand Park at 0830h with the March stepping off at 0900h, don’t be late. Look out for our Tricolour Banner!
New ADF pistol unveiled - Brisbane
Above: The Fitter Armament team at 7th Combat Service Support Battalion getting familiar with the new F9 pistols. The pistols are based on the SIG Sauer 9mm P320 X-Carry Pro, featuring a red-dot sight, torch and holster and they replace the legacy 9mm Browning Mk3 pistol.
A new era in close combat has begun with the rollout of the F9 Sidearm Weapon System (F9 SWS), now in the hands of Army and Air Force personnel. Based on the SIG Sauer P320 X-Carry Pro, the F9 includes a red-dot sight, torch, and holster, replacing the legacy Browning Mk3 pistol. Supported by non-lethal training equipment and the Weapon Training Simulation System (WTSS), the F9 is more than just a new pistol – it's a complete combat system. “The first thing you notice is that you are employing a system as opposed to simply a weapon,” said WO2 Mark Biviano, Combined Arms Training Centre. “It’s not just a weapon upgrade – it’s a complete shift in how we build deployable capability.”
Above: The ADF’s newest sidearm, the F9 pistol
The F9 is being delivered under Project Land 300, which also includes new sniper rifles, surveillance systems and fighting knives. Rollout began in 2023 and continues through to 2026, with 7th Brigade among the first Army units to receive the new system. Training is immersive and progressive, combining online learning through ADELE, simulation via WTSS, and live-fire qualification. In March, a train-the-trainer course at Amberley prepared instructors to deliver the new standard. “You don’t just fire 10 rounds and tick a box anymore,” said RAAF Warrant Officer Brett Moy. “You’ve got to apply the skills and meet the grouping and alignment standards.” The F9 SWS is supplied by Queensland’s NIOA Group with support from Victorian partners Aquaterro and Platatac.
Image and information courtesy of Defence
NT News - 1 CSSB - Darwin
On Tuesday April 1st, 1 CSSB had its 27th Birthday. To celebrate, 1 CSSB conducted a Battalion PT competition consisting of sub-unit teams battling through 21km on the rowing machines, with a concurrent team stores carry. As this was happening, the sub-units were also competing in a game of touch footy.
Once all the Officers and Soldiers had earned it, the Unit put on a BBQ breakfast and celebratory cake, cut by the youngest member of the Battalion.
Congratulations to the rowing winners - 101st Field Workshop Company, and our touch footy winners - 1st Transport Squadron.
Image and information courtesy of Defence
AIA2025 Drone Racing Tournament - Avalon
Above: Army Drone Racing Team pilots were presented the Inter-Service Championship Team award by Air Vice-Marshal Nicholas Hogan, CSC – Head of Air Capability, during a drone racing event at the Australian International Airshow 2025 at Avalon Airport.
The Australian International Airshow 2025 (AIA25) is a premier biennial event for the military aviation and aerospace industry. The Australian International Airshow 2025 will be held at Avalon Airport and selected Melbourne CBD locations from 25 March to 30 March. AIA25 provides the ADF with a platform to showcase current capabilities, future concepts in a collaborative and integrated manner to Government, military allies and partners, defence industry and the Australian public.
Image and information courtesy of Defence
ANZAC Round Cowboys Jersey - Townsville
Above: Australian Army soldiers from 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment, and Corporal Riley Blennerhasset from 3rd Brigade Headquarters, present the 2025 North Queensland Cowboys NRL Defence jersey, at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville, on 03 April 2025.
On Thursday 03 April 2025, the 3rd Brigade hosted the launch of the 2025 NRL Cowboys Defence Jersey at Lavarack Barracks. The image on the jersey was captured by 3rd Brigade photographer Corporal Riley Blennerhassett, showing soldiers of the 1st Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment, conducting an amphibious assault during Exercise Alon. This is the second year CPL Blennerhassett’s image has been selected for the jersey which is worn during the NRL ANZAC round.
Image and information courtesy of Defence
