Australia retires a leading air defense and undersea warfare frigate "HMAS Anzac III"

The Royal Australian Navy [RAN] has officially retired one of its most distinguished warships, the HMAS Anzac [III], renowned for its air defense and undersea warfare capabilities. This frigate affectionately dubbed the “First Lady of the Fleet,” has been decommissioned after 28 years of steadfast service, as announced by Australia’s Ministry of Defence. The heartfelt ceremony took place at its home port, HMAS Stirling, in Perth.
The ship is equipped with a variety of advanced systems and components. These include the 9LV 453 Mk3E combat management system, which integrates various sensors and weapon systems for effective combat operations. It also features the CEAFAR phased-array radar and the CEAMOUNT illuminator, which enhance its detection and targeting capabilities.
The frigate is armed with a variety of weapons to fulfill its multi-role capabilities. Its primary armament includes a 5-inch [127 mm] Mark 45 Mod 2 naval gun, which is effective against surface and air targets. It also has an 8-cell Mk 41 Vertical Launch System [VLS] for Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles [ESSM], Harpoon anti-ship missiles, and two triple torpedo tubes for MU90 Impact torpedoes.

[@will5989]

Without a replacement, why?

[@alexlanning712]

Yeah how?

[@will5989]

@@alexlanning712 The question is why, not “how”.

[@alexlanning712]

@@will5989 Yeah, "How&Why"?