We've scoured the internet looking for the best resources to help support your transition into Melbourne. Below you'll find everything from local news and events, sporting and recreation facilities, public transport options and a wide range of community groups. If you think something is missing please email communications [at] dha.gov.au or dco.communication [at] defence.gov.au with your suggestions.
Welcome to Melbourne
ADF members and families are invited to join us for a morning of bouncing, climbing and flying to your hearts content at our welcome event. When you need a break from all the energetic fun, there will also be a range of community groups and organisations there so you can find out about the support and activities available in the local area. Be sure to register by 1 February 2019.
When registering, please check that your email is accurate in case we need to contact you.
NOTE: This event is only for ADF members and their families.
Community pages
News and events
Public transport
Sport and recreation
Local sporting and recreational activities by council
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Banyule - Includes the suburbs of Bundoora, Greensborough, Viewbank, Macleod, Watsonia and Yallambie
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Whittlesea - Includes the suburbs Epping, Mernda, Mill Park, South Morang and Doreen
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Moonee Valley - Includes the suburbs of Ascot Vale, Keilor East, Niddrie and Moonee Ponds
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Moreland - Includes the suburbs of Glenroy, Brunswick and Pascoe Vale
Around RAAF Williams
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Hobsons Bay - Altona, Newport, Seabrook, Williamstown and Spotswood
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Wyndham - Includes Hoppers Crossing, Point Cook, Sanctuary Lakes and Tarneit
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Maribyrnong - Includes Yarraville, Seddon, Edgewater, Footscray
Major sporting teams
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Collingwood (AFL)
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Carlton (AFL)
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Essendon (AFL)
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Hawthorn (AFL)
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Melbourne (AFL)
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North Melbourne (AFL)
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Richmond (AFL)
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Western Bulldogs (AFL)
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Melbourne Storm (League)
Utility providers
DHA has engaged with utility providers to deliver ongoing savings and benefits to Defence members and their families. To view the current offers and savings in your area, visit your Online Services dashboard.
To save money on your bill check out the Energy-Saving Guide for South Australia.
