The Edinburgh Defence Precinct (EDP), approximately 27km north of the Adelaide Central Business District, is the largest Defence establishment in South Australia in terms of geographical area, 
number of staff and number of units.

The precinct comprises four sites:

RAAF Edinburgh. Located on the western side of West Avenue, RAAF Edinburgh comprises the RAAF Base, the precinct’s operational elements including Air Force and Army units, logistics and maintenance supports units, garrison support elements (messes, accommodation, gym, pool) and a commercial area comprising cafes, banks, post office, community centre and barber.

Defence Science & Technology Group-Edinburgh (DST-E). Located on the eastern side of West Ave, the DST-E site comprises Defence Science & Technology Group elements, two Air Force units and other Defence elements.

Edinburgh Parks. Located 2km south of RAAF Edinburgh, the Edinburgh Parks site comprises various Defence garrison support elements.

Woomera Range Complex. Located approximately 500km north of Adelaide, 
the Woomera Range Complex comprises RAAF Woomera, the Woomera Village and the Woomera Test Range. The Woomera Test Range is the world’s largest land-based test range covering over 120,000 sq km.

The three sites of RAAF Edinburgh, DST-E and Edinburgh are located between Elizabeth and Salisbury in the northern suburbs of Adelaide. More than 6,500 staff, including notably RAAF, Army, Defence civilians and contractors, work across the four sites giving the precinct a very joint feel.

On and off the base there are plenty of services and groups to help families settle into their new home. In this section, you’ll find information on local services and amenities, such as local councils, public transport, emergency services, hospitals, swimming pools and recreation facilities, libraries and major shopping hubs. There’s also information on finding a home, whether it’s a service residence, private rental or buying a property. Plus, there’s a guide to the health care and support on offer for ADF members and their families, and other Defence support available.

From childcare and early learning to primary and high school, there’s a lot to be considered when you’re moving with children. This section offers tips and advice on choosing the best type of early learning to suit to your needs. It explains how primary and high schools function locally, how to go about finding a new school and offers idea to help support students through the challenges of starting or changing school. There’s also a guide to the childcare and education support on offer through Defence Member and Family Services.

TIME OUT

With world-class wine regions, city culture, beaches and rolling hills, there's plenty to explore around Edinburgh.

Whether you're into food and drink, the arts, sport or heritage, central Adelaide has plenty to offer. Surrounded by parklands, the compact city is laid out in a neat grid, which makes it easy to navigate.

For further inspiration, maps, attractions and road trips or weekend getaway ideas, check out the local visitors’ centre links. There is so much to see and do.

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