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The Devonport army barracks, home to the 44 Transport Squadron, is set for closure as part of a Defence Department report recommending the sale or lease termination of 68 properties, including 15 in Tasmania. Personnel will be relocated to a new multi-user facility in Launceston.

Cadet training facilities in Devonport and Burnie will be closed, with operations moved to community venues. Local leaders express concerns over the impact on military presence and community connections.