Community information session

Defence is holding a community 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.

• Tuesday 28 April 2026
• 5:30 pm – 8 pm, Defence address and Questions and Answers from 6 pm
• Light refreshments will be served
• Yarra's Edge Community Space, Array Tower, 100 Lorimer Street, Docklands

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.

Factsheet

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