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: The linked battalion maintained a significant presence in Southeast Asia and Africa. Elements served as Rifle Company Butterworth in Malaysia from 1975 to 1989. The unit also deployed for major peacekeeping operations, including Cambodia in 1993 and Rwanda in 1994.

: Based at Lavarack Barracks in Townsville, 2 RAR is now the Army's specialist amphibious infantry battalion . Its primary role is conducting pre-landing activities and specialist capabilities for broader Army elements. 4 (2)rar

: The battalions remained linked until February 1, 1995 , when they were separated back into individual 2 RAR and 4 RAR units. Current Status of the Battalions : The linked battalion maintained a significant presence

: After being re-raised as a commando battalion in 1997, 4 RAR focused on special operations and served in East Timor, Iraq, and Afghanistan. In 2009 , it was officially renamed the 2nd Commando Regiment (2 Cdo Regt) , though 4 RAR remains on the order of battle to preserve its colors and traditions. : Based at Lavarack Barracks in Townsville, 2

On , following the end of the Vietnam War and the cessation of National Service, the Australian Army underwent a major reorganization. To maintain the traditions of both units while operating with reduced manpower, the 2nd Battalion (2 RAR) and 4th Battalion (4 RAR) were formally "linked" to form the 2nd/4th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (2/4 RAR) .