What has been declared
The Department of Defence has formally declared RAAF Base Richmond a Defence Aviation Area under the Defence Act 1903. The declaration is registered on the Federal Register of Legislation as the Defence (RAAF Base Richmond Defence Aviation Area) Declaration 2026.
Date
The declaration came into force on 28 September 2026.
What the source says about restrictions
The source does not specify what restrictions or requirements the declaration imposes on surrounding landowners, businesses, or flight operations. The full text of the declaration is available on the Federal Register of Legislation.
Where to find the full declaration
The complete declaration document is published at: https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01303
Key actions
- To view the full declaration, access the document at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01303.
- For further detail on what a Defence Aviation Area declaration means for nearby businesses, contact the Department of Defence directly - the source does not provide a specific contact number or email address.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.