An ADF Families Event – Welcome and Partner Support Cerberus Expo

ADF families posting to Cerberus can connect with the local community, and learn about the DMFS, Navy Partner Support + Community programs.

NOTE: This event is only for current serving Australian Defence Force members and their families.

Please note this event is open to all current serving ADF personnel who would like to attend, this includes single members, those with families who are child free, those members unaccompanied / accompanied and Reservists.

This event is to provide ADF members and their partners/families with information and exposure to our support partners, and as a huge welcome to the Cerberus family. The Welcome event allows Defence members and their families who have newly posted to the area to meet one another and learn about local supports and engagements within the area.

We will have entertainment for the kids so that parents can browse the displays with ease – sourced by DMFS Cerberus and HMAS Cerberus, and HMAS Cerberus Welfare committee will provide refreshments (at a small cost) and the Cerberus Community Hub will be sourcing food for the event – Salty’s BBQ.

📍 HMAS Cerberus - Club Cerberus

📅 Saturday 21st February 2026

⏰ 1000 to 1500h

🎟 Free entry

🌟 What to expect:

Exhibitors, including local community and sporting groups, Government organisations and service providers.

• Meet the DMFS Melbourne team in person

• Information, interactive activities, and fun for all ages

• Food and drinks available to purchase

👨‍👩‍👧 Bring the whole family along – there is something for everyone!

🚗 Parking: Onsite parking is available on base.

ℹ️ Please read all event information carefully before attending. Details are updated regularly and may differ from previous DMFS events you have registered for.

Registration is now open and closes Monday 16th February 2026 Close of Business.

You can contact your DMFS Cerberus team on (03) 5931 6095 or at DMFS.Cerberus@defence.gov.au.

Important ticketing information:

· While tickets to this event are free, registration is essential so book now!

· You must have a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC) or be escorted by your ADF member with a DCAC to gain entry to base and this event. DCAC holder is required to escort their family members to gain entry for this event.

• When registering for a ticket, please ensure you provide your best contact details.

• If you or someone in your family are feeling unwell with flu-like symptoms on the day please stay at home.

• When registering for the event, please register for a ticket for yourself and each person attending (including every baby, toddler and child).

• Ensure that the email address you register with is accurate as you will receive your booking confirmation, and any additional information or changes to the event, by email.

• Parents are required to remain onsite to supervise their children.

• If you become unable to attend the event, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email ‘View and manage your order online’. This takes you to your ‘Tickets’ page where you can choose the ‘Cancel my Order’ option to release the tickets back to the event listing.

*Photographs will be taken at all DMFS events. Please let our staff know if you do not want your family to be photographed. Photos may be used on our social media channels or in a DMFS publication.