About the base

The Australian Defence Force Academy develops and educates the future leaders of the Navy, Army and Air Force. The program combines military and leadership training with a recognised world class degree from the University of New South Wales.

Visiting hours

7am – 5pm

Road rules

Speed limit is 40km/h throughout the base unless otherwise signposted and not to exceed 10km/h when overtaking formed military members.

Sirens and lights will communicate information about the base security status and procedures.

Status Lights Sounds Procedure
Alert Blue flashing lights ‘beep, beep, beep’ tone + ‘alert alert alert’ voice command Prepare to receive direction and maintain awareness.
Evacuation Blue flashing lights ‘whoop, whoop, whoop’ tone + evacuate, evacuate, evacuate’ voice command Exit building and assemble at predetermined assembly area. Remain at assembly area and await further direction.
Disperse Blue flashing lights Rapid short 'beeping' tone + 'disperse, disperse, disperse' voice command Rapidly move away from mass gathering and maintain awareness.
Lockdown Blue flashing lights Rapid short ‘beeping’ tone + ‘lockdown, lockdown, lockdown’ voice command

Follow the CLOSE procedure.

  • Close windows, blinds, doors and turn off lights.
  • Lock computers and put documents away.
  • Out-of-sight and minimise movement.
  • Stay silent and turn off phones.
  • Endure and maintain.
Stand down Green flashing lights Low-pitched ‘buzzing’ tone + ‘all clear, all clear, all clear voice command Resume normal activities.
Call 000 for life threatening, critical or serious situations.