Regional Presence Deployment
Exercise gets real for aircraft controller
An activity in the South China Sea has given one HMAS Ballarat sailor the opportunity to develop his skills in maritime aircraft control.
Ballarat celebrates birthday as deployment ends
HMAS Ballarat celebrated its 17th birthday on the day the ship finished its Regional Presence Deployment off the coast of the NT.
Team keeps spotlight on commitment to region
The Public Affairs team in HMAS Ballarat has produced 1214 photographs, 18 video products and 36 articles since the ship sailed from her home port of...
Servicing at sea keeps chopper flying
A busy schedule for HMAS Ballarat means an extensive servicing of her helicopter was done at sea instead of ashore.
Delayed homecoming a source of pride for family
HMAS Anzac was only hours from home following a two-month deployment when the ship’s company received an urgent call for help.
Ship’s canteen boosts morale on deployment
HMAS Ballarat’s ship’s canteen is one of the busiest compartments on the ship, especially as the Fleet embraces contactless, COVID-Safe port visits.
Ballarat refuelled by United States Navy
HMAS Ballarat has been refuelled during a rendezvous with two United States Navy ships during her regional presence deployment.
Social media inspires career change
A video on YouTube inspired a former tool-maker to join the Navy as a marine technician.
Dhoby bags add colour to deployment
The laundry in HMAS Ballarat is a lot more colourful these days thanks to a range of personalised laundry bags.
Growlers put Ballarat in a jam
Eight United States Navy EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft made passes over HMAS Ballarat in a training exercise.
Pandemic supplies new challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic has made resupplying a Navy ship with essential fuel and fresh produce during an overseas deployment challenging.
Anzac Indonesian capability showcased
A passage exercise with the Indonesian Navy has given one sailor in HMAS Anzac a chance to showcase her language skills.
