5rar May 2026

: Since being de-linked in 2006, the battalion has deployed to Iraq (Overwatch Battle Group West), East Timor (Operation Astute), and Afghanistan (Mentoring Task Force 2).

: As of December 3, 2024 , 5RAR was formally re-linked with the 7th Battalion to reform the 5/7th Battalion (5/7 RAR) . : Since being de-linked in 2006, the battalion

The battalion has a deep history of service across several major conflicts: : Since being de-linked in 2006

: It is now structured as a light, littoral infantry battalion based in Darwin , Northern Territory, as part of the 1st Brigade. Historical Highlights East Timor (Operation Astute)