Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN) Anzac-class frigate HMAS Toowoomba has transited the South China Sea in the vicinity of the Spratly Islands as part of its 2026 regional presence deployment.  Credit: Australian Navy

Commanding Officer Toowoomba Commander Alicia Harrison confirmed the routine transit took place from February 9 to February 10, 2026. She said that while foreign naval vessels were present during the transit, there was no confrontation.