The School of Armour - Australian Army

14/06/2026

Firing now!

Session 0118 of the CRV Gunners course culminated five weeks of arduous training in a live fire activity at the AFVFFTS, Puckapunyal, showcasing precision, discipline and crew coordination.

Congratulations to TPR A. Stokes of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment - Australian Army, who was presented the Trainee of Merit accolade by the Commanding Officer for her outstanding performance on the course.

03/06/2026

SOARMD’s SI Tactics Wing promoted to Lieutenant Colonel.

The School of Armour marked a milestone with the promotion of the Senior Instructor Tactics Wing, Noah Scribner (US Army Exchange Instructor) from Major to Lieutenant Colonel. The promotion took place in the presence of his wife Megan, their two children, and the Officers, Warrant Officers and Sergeants of SOARMD.

Brigadier Andrew Moss, AM, CSM, Commandant of the Land Combat College (LCC), conducted the promotion this morning at the Hopkins Barracks Officers Mess.

Congratulations LTC Scribner.

01/06/2026

“If it ain’t raining, it ain’t training.”

Despite the wet conditions, the CRV ROBC completed its first live-fire assessment, with A Patrol successfully conducting a coordinated break to secure a creek crossing.

The activity tested the patrol’s ability to manoeuvre, communicate and apply tactical procedures under realistic battlefield conditions while maintaining effective fire control and situational awareness.

A strong start to the tactics phase of the course and a valuable step in developing capable and combat-ready CRV Troop Leaders.

23/05/2026

Another Friday. Another Honours and Awards and Promotion Parade.

This time the CO, LTCOL Aaron Cimbaljevic and the RSM, WO1 Wayne Chetcuti acknowledged the following achievements:
1st Clasp to the DLSM - WO2 Vincent Broad
Sergeant Promotion - SGT Joel Morse
Sergeant Promotion - SGT Stefan Prinsloo

Congratulations to all.

21/05/2026

The next generation of Tank Commanders trained, tested and ready to serve with the 2nd Cavalry Regiment - Australian Army and School of Armour — FORGED through discipline, leadership and the demanding standards of training at SOARMD!

Trainee of Merit - LCPL Kylie Stokman

18/05/2026

On Sunday 10 May the School of Armour and Army School of Transport conducted the Red Bull Wings for Life World Run charity event at Puckapunyal.

Stepping off at 2100 h, the event tested member’s physical robustness and mental resilience, as all participants pushed to outrun the virtual catcher car, which steadily increased speed throughout the night.

Outstanding effort across the board, demonstrating determination and discipline in support of a worthy cause.

Male Rankings:
1st – CPL Joel Morse (SOARMD) – 31.5 km
2nd – PTE Riley Thompson (AST) – 29.28 km
3rd – SGT Nathan Gannon (SOARMD) – 28.69 km

Female Rankings:
1st – PTE Brianna Foster (AST) – 22.69 km
2nd – Kimberley Gordon (SOARMD) – 22.09 km
3rd – Amber Clark (SOARMD) – 17.82 km

Strong efforts across the board; well done to all involved.

FORGE!

16/05/2026

Earlier this month, soldiers from Corps Training Wing RAAC Common Session 0057, Holding Troop, CRV Driver and Tank Driver courses conducted Battle PT designed to test both physical endurance and combat readiness.

The activity included a 7km pack march, fire and movement between cover, leopard crawls, a bayonet assault course, an Army Combatives Program refresher, and concluded with carries and box lifts.

This training ensures soldiers are conditioned to the demanding physical standards required of a combat arms soldier, while reinforcing resilience, teamwork, and battlefield fundamentals essential to operating in high-pressure environments.

14/05/2026

The School of Armour has recently completed an M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams Tank Driver’s Driver Course, marking the successful graduation of 12 new drivers who are now posted to 2nd Cavalry Regiment - Australian Army.

Over an intensive and demanding training period, students were subjected to rigorous instruction designed to prepare them for the future of armoured operations both domestically and overseas. The course focused on developing the core driving competencies required to operate the newly introduced M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams Main Battle Tank. Training was conducted across Puckapunyal Training Area and within the state-of-the-art Reconfigurable Driving Simulator, allowing students to gain experience in a wide range of terrain, conditions, and tactical scenarios. In addition to vehicle operation, students also successfully completed a special equipment course, further enhancing their technical proficiency and operational readiness.

12/05/2026

Late Friday, the CO took the opportunity to once again recognise individuals and their achievements.

The parade included presentations of ADMs, DLSMs and clasps, a King’s Coronation Medal and we also welcomed a new WO2 to the RAAC.

The CO also acknowledged a member of the Unit that was awarded a Bravery Medal during an Investiture Ceremony at Government House in Melbourne early last week.

Congratulations to all.

25/04/2026