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

Training Ship Derwent is a leased facility used for Australian Navy Cadets parading and training.

This site serves as a Navy Cadet training facility.

Address

40 Tasman Highway
Hobart TAS 7000

Size

0.32 hectares

Occupants

Cadets: 10–50.

People are and will remain Defence's most important capability.

Relocation

Cadets will remain in the region and relocate to Anglesea Barracks, 2.5km away, or to a new lease at a community venue or school. Defence will engage with potential venues to facilitate this.

Factsheet

Hobart – Training Ship Derwent estate audit factsheet (PDF, 132.57 KB)