Full divestment

Community information session

Defence is holding a community walk-in information session about the divestment. This is an opportunity for the community to speak with Australian Government representatives about the divestment process, transition planning and next steps.

  • Thursday 9 April 2026
  • Attendance is welcome anytime between 3 pm – 6 pm
  • Light refreshments will be served
  • Tasmanian Hockey Centre, 19 Bell Street, New Town, Hobart

Complete the registration form to confirm attendance.

Functions

Buckland Military Training Area is used for training and exercises. The vast majority of the site is owned by the Tasmanian Government under lease and licence to Defence.

This training area includes ranges, camping facilities and driver training areas.

Address

Tasman Highway 
Buckland TAS 7190

Size

22,305 hectares

Factsheet

Buckland Military Training Area estate audit factsheet (PDF, 116.58 KB)

Contacts

Community engagement

estate.engagement​@defence.gov.au

General enquiries

delivering.the.future.estate​@defence.gov.au

Buyer enquiries

Condition of sale will be subject to the divestment process. Potential buyers should visit the Department of Finance site for more information.