RAAC Association NSW

17/04/2026

A 135-Year History is Not Surplus: Why Lancer Barracks Must Be Saved

22/03/2026

The RAAC Association NSW has been advised that Lieutenant General Lawrence (Laurie) O’Donnell passed away on 20 March 2026 and extends its condolences to his wife and family.

14/03/2026

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21/01/2026

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The Colonel John Haynes Trust has recently awarded a financial grant to a current serving officer in 1/15 Royal NSW Lancers to assist with the costs of her tertiary education. She is currently studying full-time to undertake a Bachelor of Psychology and the award will enable her to focus on her studies and continue to undertake her Reserve service in the Royal Australian Armoured Corps. This financial grant honours John Haynes intention to assist current and former members of the Corps and their families with support for education, development and welfare.

21/12/2025

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The Haynes Trust recently provided financial support to assist with the funeral expenses for a former member of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps. The member's spouse was reliant on the aged pension and the funds alleviated the financial stress during the period of bereavement. A family member said "The comradeship and fraternal bond that my father had with the Regiment meant everything to him and we are so extremely thankful for the assistance provided".

16/12/2025

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The Colonel John Haynes Trust provided a financial grant to assist the son of a former RAAC member get a head start with his apprenticeship as a vehicle mechanic. The funds were used to assist with the purchase of a mechanics tool kit and he has completed his first year at TAFE while being employed in an automotive business where he works on luxury and exotic sports cars.

The recipient was grateful to be among the inaugural financial grants in 2024 as it would have been a financial struggle to afford the tool kit on apprentice wages.

02/09/2025

In 2024, the Trustee's approved a financial grant to a current serving member in one of the Reserve units of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps to undertake tertiary studies for a Certificate IV in Intelligence Operatio...

02/09/2025

ANNUAL DINNER INVITATION IN CELEBRATION& REMEMBRANCE OF THE BATTLES OF CAMBRAI AND BEERSHEBA

Saturday 15th November, 6.30pm for 7.00pm at Victoria Barracks Officers Mess.(Enter via 34a Moore Park Road, Paddington, NSW, 2021)

Brigadier (Retd) Rob Lording CSC, CSM, President of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps Association (NSW),cordially invites all fellow Black Hats to the Annual Dinner of the Association in celebration and remembrance of the Battlesof Cambrai and Beersheba in World War One.

Guest of Honour: Brigadier Andrew Moss AM, CSM, Commandant Land Combat College and Head of Corps

Dress: Black Tie, Mess Kit (Army Dress Order 6B) MessDress white jacket, or Coat & Tie,Miniatures may be worn

REPLY AND PAYMENT
RSVP NLT 4 November by paying $120 per head: Electronic Funds Transfer to Defence Bank BSB 833205,A/c No 20539747 indicating your Surname and the text ‘Annual Dinner’.

28/08/2025

The Colonel John Haynes Trust has funds available to assist with costs for primary, secondary and tertiary education for current and former members of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps and their immediate family member...

27/07/2025

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The Colonel John Haynes Trust is proud to provide a Financial Grants Program, aimed at supporting the all members who have served in the Royal Australian Armoured Corps. 🌟

This program is designed to provide financial assistance to RAAC veterans, serving members and their immediate families for education, development and welfare. It’s a testament to our commitment to preserving Colonel John Haynes' legacy of service and dedication to the community.

Learn more about this impactful program and see how it's making a difference in the lives of veterans.

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