Welcome to Duntroon Community Centre

 

The Duntroon Community Centre (DCC) is a community group for both Defence and non-Defence families of the greater Canberra region. Our programs and events are open to all Defence members - Air Force, Army and Navy and their families while on a Canberra posting. We have been providing services to the greater Canberra community for over thirty years.

Our core programs include Playschool for children aged 3-5 years, Playgroup, Capital Craft craft group, Mums, Bubs and Bumps and Creche (occassional care). We also offer regular activities and events during the school terms and school holidays. These encourage social wellbeing and resilience for adults, children and families.

We also offer hire of equipment for our financial members. Room hire for birthday parties and celebrations, cake tin hire, trestle tables & chairs hire. And snow gear hire during the winter season.

Feel free to drop in and meet us to see what we can offer you and your family.

You are required to be a registered member of the Duntroon Community Centre to attend our programs and events. A FREE trial membership is available for new members.

Events
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Capital Crafters Craft ALL DAY CRAFT 2026
Feb
07
Capital Crafters Craft ALL DAY CRAFT 2026
Duntroon Community Centre
07-02-2026 09:30 – 05-12-2026 12:30
Join the Capital Crafters Craft Group at Duntroon Community Centre! Capital Crafters is a friendly weekly gathering for Defence, veteran, reservist, and non-defence community members. Whether you're new to crafting or a seasoned maker, you'll find connection, creativity, and community in an inviting, social atmosphere.  Relax with a cup of tea or coffee, meet like-minded people, and share ideas while working on your own project—or try something new with our many organised craft activities throughout the year.  When: First Saturday of each month for all-day craft: 9:30am-2:30pm What’s included: Term fees cover facility use, kitchen amenities, and maintenance of craft resources. Some activities, such as use of the quilting or Cricut machines or specialty materials, may involve an additional cost. Please sign in to TidyHQ and ensure your membership is current.   If you need assistance please speak to the Duntroon Community Centre Coordinator on your next visit. Become a member here Duntroon Community Centre | TidyHQ To help DCC direct 100% of fees to resources and programming, please pay by EFTPOS or cash in person to avoid an online processing fee. Note: refunds for term bookings aren’t available. We look forward to seeing you soon. 
2026 DCC Playschool Enrolment & Admin Fee
Feb
17
2026 DCC Playschool Enrolment & Admin Fee
Duntroon Community Centre
17-02-2026 09:00 – 19-12-2026 17:00
We look forward to your child and family joining the Playschool program at our community centre! A non-refundable enrolment fee of $100 is required to confirm your child's place in our Playschool program.  You are also required to join as a 2026 VIP Member which can be done online $35 per family <https://duntrooncommunitycentre.tidyhq.com/public/membership_levels> Further information can be found at the Duntroon Community Centre Playschool webpage Duntroon Community Centre If you require any further support please email playschool@duntrooncommunitycentre.org.au or coordinator@duntrooncommunitycentre.org.au  
Movie Day At Palace Electric: Moana - Live Action
Jul
19
Movie Day At Palace Electric: Moana - Live Action
Palace Electric Cinemas
14:15 – 17:15
TICKET ONLY OPTIONS REMAINING!!   Join DCC at Palace Electric Cinema to check out the new live action Moana movie!  "Leaving her island for the first time, young Moana embarks on an epic seafaring adventure to restore prosperity to her people." This film is rated PG. Parents are to remain on site with their children. **Please book one ticket per person attending** Thanks to funding from Defence Member and Family Support we are able to offer these tickets at a subsidised cost to our Current Serving Defence Members. Select your ticket option below - either ticket only or add a snack option Please make sure you are registered as a DCC VIP or Free Member and logged in to TidyHQ to see available tickets. If you need assistance please email coordinator@duntrooncommunitycentre.org.au Cancellation Policy: Refunds are not available for cancellations within 24 hours of the event.