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A new head office has been opened in Canberra, supporting the ongoing provision of housing services to ADF personnel and their families.
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Defence Housing Australia (DHA) has officially opened a new headquarters in the Gungahlin CBD in the northern suburbs of Canberra following just over a year and half of construction, which commenced in July 2020.
The new office is expected to improve conditions for staff working to deliver housing services for Defence members and their families.
The DHA offices in Barton and Fyshwick will now be relocated, moving around 240 staff into one central location.
The opening was attended by Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel Andrew Gee and senator for the ACT Zed Seselja.
“Providing housing for the men and women who serve this nation, and their families, is fundamental to the ability of our Defence members to do their jobs, knowing their loved ones at home have security and comfort,” Minister Gee said.
“The staff at DHA do an incredible job delivering these vital services, providing around 17,350 homes right around the country.
“This brand-new building will also accommodate a Defence Working Hub which will allow around 30 personnel the flexibility to work outside of traditional Defence office locations.”
Senator Seselja said the opening was also a significant milestone for the local Gungahlin community.
“Delivering on my election commitment, this is the first Commonwealth agency to be based in the Gungahlin Town Centre and it’s going to be a major boost for local businesses,” he added.
“Local shop owners are already seeing the benefits of this influx of new customers and I’m sure the flow-on effects for local small businesses will be a driver for Gungahlin’s economic future and prosperity.
“Gungahlin is a booming region of the ACT and it’s important we match the residential growth with more local employment opportunities.”
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