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The RAEME Craftsman magazine – 2025 Edition

The 2025 edition of The RAEME Craftsman magazine is now available. This magazine is presented in a new format to better align with Army publishing expectations for formatting.

This edition captures another year of achievement, innovation and Corps pride across our Army. This publication remains one of the most important records of our Corps’ heritage, showcasing the professionalism, adaptability and technical mastery that define RAEME.

From senior leadership messages to unit highlights, operational insights and award recognitions, this year’s volume reflects the breadth of our Corps and the people who keep Army moving.

Inside, readers will find detailed updates from the Head of Corps, Deputy Heads of Corps, and Corps RSM, alongside articles covering major capability developments, training evolution, aviation support, littoral manoeuvre, and the growing integration of industry partners. Unit Jottings provide a snapshot of activity across Australia, while the Corps Awards and Vale sections honour excellence and remember those who have served with distinction.

This edition also marks significant milestones: the Army’s 125th anniversary, RAEME’s 84th year, and the 40th anniversary of the Prince Philip Banner. Together, these stories celebrate our past, recognise our present, and inspire the future of our Corps.

This can be downloaded from: https://raeme.org.au/publications/raeme-craftman-mag

The RAEME Craftsman magazine – 2026 Edition – Call for Submissions

Work is now underway for the 2026 edition of The Craftsman, and we are inviting contributions from across the Corps, the wider Defence community, and our veteran network. This annual journal is one of RAEME’s most important historical records, capturing the achievements, challenges, innovations and stories that define who we are. Every article, photo and reflection helps preserve our heritage and ensures future generations understand the depth and diversity of our Corps.

The editorial team welcome submissions covering unit activities, capability developments, technical innovation, training achievements, operational experiences, Corps history, and personal reflections on service. Articles from all ranks and all ECNs are encouraged, as are contributions from associations and retired members. If you have a story worth telling, a lesson worth sharing, or an achievement worth celebrating, we want to hear from you.

To submit content, please send articles and images to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contact the Editor, WO1 David Clarke, directly. The deadline for the 2026 edition is 11 December 2026. Photos can be embedded in your Word doc. However, it is important that you also submit the photos separately as the photos lose resolution when added from a Word doc. DO NOT include photos taken from publications or the internet!

Your stories are the heartbeat of our Corps. Help us capture another year of RAEME excellence.

Nominations for Corps Awards are due now!

Corps Instruction 28 will be released in the near future. It has been a long time coming, however; we have a consensus on what the awards will now be and how they are assessed. Supervisors should consider their members’ overall performance throughout the year, including members’ PARs, field and technical performances & additional activities outside of the ADF.

The award structure include:

• Junior Officers – The LT Peter Jennings Award
• Warrant Officers – The Artificer of the year Award
• SNCOs – The BRIG Martins, OBE Award
• JNCOs – The Junior Regimental Award
• Soldiers – The ARA Craftsman of the Year & ARES Craftsman of the Year.

The nominations for awards are due to the HOC Cell NLT COB 28 August 26. Make sure you spend the time to submit a thoughtful nomination to ensure our people are recognised for their fine efforts!