Functions

Located in Dundas, near Parramatta, it is approximately 17km to the northwest of Sydney central business district. The barracks was established in 1968.

This site serves as a logistics support base for the Army Reserves and as a training facility for Cadets. Government will engage with existing tenants as part of the divestment process.

Address

Corner of Stewart Street and Kissing Point Road
Dundas NSW 2117

Size

3.1 hectares

Occupant

• Australian Defence Force personnel: 10–50
• Australian Public Service personnel: < 10
• Australian Defence Force Reserves: 100–150
• Cadets: 200–250

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

Timor Barracks personnel will relocate to another location and be co-located with Army Reserves relocating from Lancer Barracks.

Cadets will remain in the region and relocate to either Lidcombe Depot, 9km away, Blacktown Depot, 16km away, Holsworthy Barracks, 29km away, or to a new lease at a community venue or school. Defence will engage with potential venues to facilitate this.

Community information session

Defence held information session in New South Wales, Parramatta on Wednesday 6 May 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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Factsheet

Timor Barracks estate audit factsheet (PDF, 810.51 KB)