Full divestment

Functions

This small arms range supports Cairns-based Army Reserves and wider regional units.

This site is used for small arms weapons training. Government will engage with existing tenants as part of the divestment process.

Address

Rifle Range Road
Atherton QLD 4883

Size

124 hectares

Previous community engagement

Defence held a virtual information session in September 2026 to engage with the community on the Defence Audit and divestment of Atherton Rifle Range. Community members shared valuable local insights and feedback with Defence. This feedback will help inform transition planning and next steps.

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Factsheet

Atherton Rifle Range estate audit factsheet (PDF, 111.67 KB)

Contacts

General enquiries

estate.engagement​@defence.gov.au

Department of Finance enquiries

For divestment process feedback and future use options, visit the Department of Finance.