Victoria Barracks in Sydney and Melbourne to remain in public hands after partial backtrack on defence property selloff

Four heritage-listed defence properties to be preserved for community use after backlash from veterans and former PMs

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Richard Marles has denied claims Australia’s defence will be undermined by its decision to repurpose a historical military base near Sydney’s CBD for public use.

The Albanese government announced on Sunday four heritage-listed defence sites, including Sydney’s Victoria Barracks, will remain in public hands after the plan generated considerable public backlash against their sale.

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