Services residences (SR)

Service residences are located in proximity to
Defence bases throughout Australia.

Suitable for members who have a accompanied resident family.

Member choice accommodation (MCA)

DHA has a range of quality off-base MCA properties in selected locations.

Suitable for members who have no resident family and members who have unaccompanied resident family.

Living-in Accommodation (LIA)

On-base accommodation is available in most locations.


Suitable for members who have no resident family and members who have unaccompanied resident family.

Rent allowance (RA)

If we are unable to offer you a suitable housing solution in your posting locality or if you are posting unaccompanied, you will be eligible for RA.

You can use RA to lease a private property on the rental market.