Defence R1 Building

Located at 17 Sir Thomas Blamey Square in Russell, the Defence R1 Building serves as a pivotal component of the Australian Defence Force's administrative headquarters. This facility is part of the Russell Offices complex, which houses the Department of Defence and the Australian Defence Force. The area is secured by the Australian Federal Police, ensuring a safe environment for its occupants. Visitors are required to report to the security desk in the building's foyer and must be accompanied by their host to receive a pass. For vehicle access to Blamey Square, prior email requests to base management are necessary. The building is accessible via several bus routes, including 3, 55, 56, 59, and 182, with stops at Russell Dr Before Vivian Bullwinkel Way and Russell Offices Russell Dr. The nearest light rail station is Ipima Street, approximately a 36-minute walk away. The surrounding area features the Australian-American Memorial and Field Marshal Sir Thomas Blamey Square, commemorating the contributions of Australian and American service personnel during World War II.