Deployments and Operations

The Royal Australian Navy is engaged in a number of operations around the world, along with its regular patrol routes in international and Australian waters.

Operation Anode
 Australia's commitment to the Regional Assistance Mission in the Solomon Islands

Operation Slipper
In support of combat operations in Afghanistan, Australia always has a naval presence in the Persian Gulf.

Operation Resolute
Operation Resolute is the main operation in defending Australia's 'Exclusive Economic Zone' - mostly carried out by patrol boats, it plays a key role in keeping illegal activity at bay around Australian waters.