Community information session

Defence held information sessions in Tasmania in April 2026 to engage with the community on the Defence Audit and divestment of sites. Community members shared valuable local insights and feedback with Defence. This feedback will help inform transition planning and next steps.

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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)