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.

• Wednesday 8 April 2026
• Attendance is welcome anytime between 11 am – 1 pm
• Light refreshments will be served
• Launceston RSL (Returned and Services League), 313 Wellington Street, South Launceston

Complete the registration form to confirm attendance.

Functions

Stony Head Training Area is located on the north-east coast of Tasmania comprising 5,335 hectares of Commonwealth owned land, and a further 107 hectares of land leased from Tasmania Government. The training area has been predominantly used for training since World War II.

This training area is used for live fire activities, navigation and defensive training.

Address

Beechford Road
Beechford TAS 7252 

Size

5,442 hectares

Factsheet

Stony Head Training Area estate audit factsheet (PDF, 114.45 KB)