Irwin Barracks

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Getting there

Irwin Barracks is approximately 6.6km West of Perth CBD in the suburb of Karrakatta. The main entrance open 24hours/day, is located on Samichon Road, off Stubbs Terrace.

Key collection and returns

Non-LEAP Accommodation Office

Address: Building 20, Samichon Road (at Irwin Barracks, Karrakatta)
Business hours: 0830-1630, Monday - Friday
Phone: 0409 291 221

  • Keys can be collected after 1400.
  • Keys are collected from the key press BEHIND the guardhouse, Samichon Road.
  • keys are returned to the drop box behind the guardhouse or to the Accommodation Office
  • March out inspections must be booked at least 24 hours prior to departure.
  • Keys to be returned with rooms vacated by 0900.
  • Inform the Accommodation office of lost keys immediately. A cost will be incurred for replacement.

  • Room/cabin information

    Rooms are provisioned for stays up to 21 days with soap, toilet paper and towel (replenished and room cleaned every seven days). You will need to bring your own toiletries, towel and clean your own room for longer stays (excluding Duty officer, Recruit or Cadet Accommodation).  For further information about your room, contact the base Accommodation Office.  It is essential that you are aware of your LIA obligations in accordance with PACMAN, Annex 7.3.A: Licence to Live In.

    VIP rooms

    No VIP rooms on this base.

    Non-duty bookings

    Non-duty bookings attract a charge in accordance with Defence policy (FINMAN). Cost recovery will be initiated after key collection by the on-base Accommodation Office.   Queries should be directed to the Accommodation Office.

    Handy phone numbers

    Mess Manager

    0437 800 451

    Front Gate/Box

    08 6455 0432

    Change to your booking?

    You can modify bookings online using Online Services.

    Alternatively, call DHA on 
    139 342
     for assistance.

    Last updated December 2023