Provided Special Operations Task Groups and security detachments, earning the Unit Citation for Gallantry for its performance in Afghanistan between 2005 and 2006. Transition to Special Operations
4 RAR served two tours in South Vietnam (1968–1969 and 1971–1972) as part of the 4 RAR/NZ (ANZAC) battalion, which included New Zealand infantry companies. The is a distinguished infantry battalion of the
The battalion is well-known for its service during several major conflicts and peacekeeping missions: The last major battle involving Australian and New
Deployed to Malaysia and Borneo, the battalion conducted "Claret" operations and security patrols to defend against incursions. based in Townsville
The is a distinguished infantry battalion of the Australian Army with a history spanning from the 1960s to its transition into a special forces unit. Formed on 1 February 1964, it was the first regular infantry battalion raised entirely in Australia. Service History
In 1973, it was linked with 2 RAR to form 2/4 RAR , based in Townsville, before being delinked in 1995.
The last major battle involving Australian and New Zealand ground troops in Vietnam.