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Sailors from HMAS Toowoomba's ship's company march down York Street in Albany, Western Australia, on Anzac Day. Story by Petty Officer Keigan Gunther. Photos by Leading Seaman Rikki-Lea Phillips.

Navy honours Anzacs’ last port of call

29/04/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 481 Views 0 Comments ANZAC Day, HMAS Toowoomba, ww1

HMAS Toowoomba visited Albany to mark the 110th anniversary of the Anzac landings at Gallipoli, honouring the port of departure

HMAS Toowoomba sailors Petty Officer Peter Sutton, left, and Able Seaman Finn Jackson display the national flag of the Philippines during the inaugural maritime cooperative activity during a regional presence deployment. Story by Lieutenant Commander Kieran Davis.

News Royal Australian Navy

Reflecting and celebrating diversity

08/12/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1146 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba, Philippine Navy

For several members of HMAS Toowoomba with Filipino heritage, sailing in company with the Philippine Navy allowed them to proudly

Philippine Navy ships BRP Davao Del Sur, centre, and BRP Gregorio Del Pilar, back, conduct a maritime cooperative activity with HMAS Toowoomba during a regional presence deployment. Story by Squadron Leader Bel Culley.

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Partnerships strengthened in the Philippines

01/12/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1460 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba, No. 11 Squadron, P-8A Poseidon, Philippine Navy, Regional Presence Deployment

The Philippines and Australia share a longstanding and deep defence relationship – working side by side for more than 70

Leading Seaman Ruben Villis marshals personnel from JS Sazanami’s embarked Super Auk helicopter as it prepares to take-off from HMAS Brisbane during a cross-deck in the Philippine Sea as part of Exercise Nichi Gou Trident. Story by Lieutenant Max Logan. Photo by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

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ADF assets join Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force exercise

30/11/202305/12/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1334 Views 0 Comments Exercise Nichi Gou Trident (NGT), HMAS Brisbane, HMAS Stalwart, HMAS Toowoomba, Japan Maritime Self Defence Force, P-8A Poseidon, Regional Presence Deployment

Naval and air assets from the ADF recently joined forces with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) for Exercise Nichi

Leading Seaman Kalani Brinkmeier (left) and Able Seaman Samuel Speakman from HMAS Toowoomba on the flight deck during flying operation as part of Operation Argos. Photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

News Royal Australian Navy Videos

Toowoomba supports North Korea sanctions – sailors hurt

21/11/202321/11/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2991 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba, MH-60R Seahawk, Operation Argos, Regional Presence Deployment, united Nations Security Council

The crew of HMAS Toowoomba have supported United Nations Security Council sanctions against North Korea during a regional presence deployment.

Navy Chaplain Bradley Galvin addresses HMAS Toowoomba ship’s company as they commemorate Remembrance Day in the East China Sea during a regional presence deployment. Story by Lieutenant Commander Kieran Davis. Photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

Lest We Forget News Royal Australian Navy

HMAS Toowoomba united in remembrance

16/11/202317/11/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1084 Views 0 Comments Chaplains, HMAS Toowoomba, Last Post, Remembrance Day

The Last Post sounded aboard HMAS Toowoomba at 11am on November 11 for the 2023 Remembrance Day ceremony, led by

HMAS Toowoomba personnel stand at ease at the forecastle as the ship arrives at Busan Naval Base, South Korea, for Exercise Haedoli Wallaby. Photos by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

News Overseas Royal Australian Navy Videos

Dolphins and wallabies unite in South Korea

10/11/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 3216 Views 0 Comments Exercise Haedoli Wallaby, HMAS Toowoomba, MH-60R Seahawk, P-8A Poseidon, Republic of Korea Navy

In waters near Ulsan, naval and air assets from Australia and South Korea combined to test maritime warfare skills and build

USS Rafael Peralta leads a formation sail with HMCS Ottowa, HMAS Brisbane and JS Akebono during Exercise Noble Caribou in the South China Sea. Story by Lieutenant Commander Andrew Herring. Photo from Royal Canadian Navy.

News Overseas Royal Australian Navy

Friendships flourish on Indo-Pacific deployment

07/11/202308/11/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1487 Views 0 Comments Exercise Bersama Lima, Exercise Haedoli Wallaby, Exercise Noble Caribou, HMAS Brisbane, HMAS Stalwart, HMAS Toowoomba, MH-60R Seahawk, Regional Presence Deployment

A Royal Australian Navy task group is deepening ties with friends, partners and allies across the Indo-Pacific as it continues

Lieutenant Commander Emily Ross accepts flowers from Vietnam People's Navy Captain Ngyuen Viet Ahn during HMAS Toowoomba's departure ceremony at Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour. Story by Sub-Lieutenant Tahlia Merigan. Photos by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

News Royal Australian Navy

Visit to Vietnam builds on 50 years of partnership

27/10/202327/10/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1120 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba, Indo-Pacific Endeavour, Vietnam

After a busy three months, Indo-Pacific Endeavour’s Vietnamese leg has wrapped up, coinciding with 50 years of diplomatic relations between

Navy aviation technician Able Seaman Casey Anderson, of HMAS Toowoomba, takes oil samples from the embarked MH-60R helicopter Valkyrie during a regional presence deployment. Story and photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

News Royal Australian Navy

Maintaining the Valkyrie

25/10/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1287 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba, MH-60R Seahawk, No. 816 Squadron (RAN), Regional Presence Deployment

Aircraft maintainers are proving vital for mission success as HMAS Toowoomba continues its Indo-Pacific regional presence deployment. CAPTION: Navy aviation technician

HQ-382 Tarantal-V-class ship from the Vietnam People's Navy and Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Toowoomba conduct officer-of-the-watch manoeuvres during regional presence deployment 2023 off the coast of Ho Chi Minh City. Photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

Asia News Royal Australian Navy

Angel drives Toowoomba around the bends in Vietnam

19/10/202322/10/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1501 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba, Indo-Pacific Endeavour, Vietnam

Bringing a ship into Ho Chi Minh City port is no easy feat, but HMAS Toowoomba’s navigating officer Lieutenant Loren

Commanding Officer HMAS Toowoomba Commander Darin MacDonald, left, and youngest crewmember, Seaman Jack Lefevre, cut Toowoomba’s 18th birthday cake during a regional presence deployment. Story by Story by Lieutenant Commander Andrew Herring. Photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

History News Royal Australian Navy

Toowoomba sails into adulthood

13/10/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1913 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba

HMAS Toowoomba has come of age, celebrating 18 years since commissioning. CAPTION: Commanding Officer HMAS Toowoomba Commander Darin MacDonald, left, and

Royal Australian Navy Chaplain Bradley Galvin, left, and Commanding Officer HMAS Toowoomba Commander Darin MacDonald during a blessing ceremony for the embarked MH-60R helicopter Valkyrie. Story and photos by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

News Royal Australian Navy

Blessing of the Valkyrie

06/10/202306/10/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1751 Views 1 Comment Chaplains, HMAS Toowoomba, MH-60R Seahawk

HMAS Toowoomba’s embarked aviation team, Flight 607 Valkyrie, received a blessing from the ship’s chaplain during recent preparations for regional

Royal Australian Navy sailors and officers from HMAS Toowoomba’s embarked MH-60R aircraft “Valkyrie” transfer passengers during an exercise off the coast of Western Australia as the ship prepares for regional presence deployment 2023. Story by Lieutenant Max Logan. Photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

News Royal Australian Navy Videos

Toowoomba’s pre-deployment training

29/09/202306/10/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2966 Views 0 Comments Fleet Base West, HMAS Albany, HMAS Toowoomba, MH-60R Seahawk, Regional Presence Deployment

It’s been a busy program for Frigate HMAS Toowoomba during a transit north from her homeport of Fleet Base West,

HMAS Toowoomba returns to Fleet Base West after a three-month deployment. Story by Lieutenant Mick Wheeler. Photo by Chief Petty Officer Yuri Ramsey.

News Royal Australian Navy

Toowoomba home to smiles and waves

21/06/202323/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1126 Views 0 Comments Fleet Base West, HMAS Toowoomba, Operation Resolute

HMAS Toowoomba was welcomed back to its home port of Fleet Base West on 14 June, following a period of

Warrant Officer Bentley, left, and Lieutenant Tyermann on board HMAS Toowoomba. Story by Lieutenant Commander Kieran Davis. Photo by Able Seaman Shaun Siltic.

ADF People

The power of knowing your people

07/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 927 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba

In 1995, a young able seaman writer from Ballarat joined HMAS Perth, and was put to work maintaining technical publications.

HMAS Toowoomba transits calm seas during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018. Photo by Able Seaman Ronnie Baltoft.

Royal Australian Navy

HMAS Toowoomba’s mileage is out of this world

23/05/202323/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2382 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba

HMAS Toowoomba has completed half a million sea miles since she was commissioned – equivalent to a trip to the

Leading Seaman Cory Duggan gives a tour to Singapore Navy personnel on board HMAS Toowoomba. Photos: Able Seaman Ashlee Ritz.

Asia News Royal Australian Navy

HMAS Toowoomba opens to visitors in Singapore

22/05/202322/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1595 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba

HMAS Toowoomba played host in Singapore, welcoming international guests on board for warship tours and Australian culinary delights. CAPTION: Leading

An Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile launches from HMAS Toowoomba during a workup period off the coast of Western Australia. Story by Lieutenant Max Logan.

News Royal Australian Navy

HMAS Toowoomba fighting fit after upgrade

10/03/202322/08/2024 Posted by Mike Hughes 1936 Views 0 Comments Evolved Sea Sparrow, HMAS Toowoomba

Anzac-class frigate HMAS Toowoomba achieved a key milestone in explosive fashion while undergoing training off the coast of Western Australia. CAPTION:

Lieutenant Joel Woods from Clearance Diver Team Four helps Dodhi with a bomb suit helmet during his tour at the Fremantle Ports Maritime Day in Western Australia. Photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez.

News Royal Australian Navy

Fleet Base West opens doors to eager public

04/11/202206/11/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1832 Views 0 Comments Fleet Base West, HMAS Stirling, HMAS Toowoomba

A window to life on board a busy Navy base was opened in Fremantle when HMAS Stirling and Fleet Base

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