Since opening in 1940, RAAF Base Amberley has developed into a ‘super base’ with an increasingly diverse defence role.

RAAF Base Amberley is Air Force’s largest base, employing approximately 6,000 military personnel, Commonwealth public servants and defence aviation contractors. Located in the Ipswich local government area, 8km south-west of the Ipswich CBD and 50km west of Brisbane, Queensland, the base incorporates approximately 2,500 hectares adjacent to the suburbs of Leichhardt and Wulkuraka to the east, Walloon to the northwest, Yamanto to the southeast and Karrabin to the northeast.

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.

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