Community Information Session

Defence is holding a second community information session about the divestment of Sandringham Training Depot. This is an opportunity for the community to speak with Australian Government representatives and receive an update about the divestment process, transition planning and next steps.

This session will also provide information on the divestment of Victoria Barracks Melbourne, St Kilda Training Depot, and the Repatriation Clinic 310 St Kilda Rd.

• Wednesday 16 December 2026
• 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Defence address at 6 pm
• Light refreshments will be served
• Visitors Centre at The Shrine of Remembrance, Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3004 

Complete the registration form to confirm attendance.

Functions

This site is known as Labuan Barracks, the site is located 19km south-east of the Melbourne central business district. Sandringham Training Depot was constructed circa 1980. Sandringham Training Depot is one of 4 depots in the southeast region of Melbourne that are located within 12km of each other.

This site serves as a Army Reserves and Cadet training facility

Address

67 Royal Avenue
Sandringham VIC 3191

Size

0.81 hectares

Occupants

• Australian Defence Force personnel: <10
• Australian Defence Force Reserves: 50–100
• Cadets: 100–150

People are and will remain Defence's most important capability. The Defence Estate Audit recommendations will enhance Defence work environments, ensuring our estate is a key point of attraction and is fit-for-purpose for both current and future members of the workforce. These improvements will strengthen the overall appeal of working for Defence.

Relocation

Sandringham Training Depot personnel will relocate Oakleigh Training Depot, 12km away.

Cadet units will remain in the region and relocate to Oakleigh Training Depot, 12km away, or a new lease at a community venue or school. Defence will engage with potential venues to facilitate this.

Community engagement

Defence held information sessions in Victoria 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.

Factsheet

Sandringham Training Depot estate audit factsheet (PDF, 138.74 KB)