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.

  • Monday 20 April 2026
  • Attendance is welcome anytime between 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
  • Light refreshments will be served
  • Darwin Services Club, 72 Esplanade, Darwin City

Complete the registration form to confirm attendance.

Functions

Kowandi North is vacant land located approximately 30km south-east of Darwin. The site was previously used as a Defence communications station. The site was declared surplus in 2014.

This site has been vacant since 2013.

Many security incidents including unauthorised access and damage to fencing and gates have resulted in costly repairs.

Address

Howard Springs Road
Howard Springs NT 0835

Size

362.3 hectares

Factsheet

Kowandi North estate audit factsheet (PDF, 131.26 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.