Information for kids
There are six prisons in Tasmania:
- Risdon Prison Complex
- Hobart Reception Prison
- Launceston Reception Prison
- Hayes Prison Farm
- Mary Hutchinson Women's Prison
- Ron Barwick Minimum Security Prison
Find out more information about prison locations.
At April 2008, there were approximately 35 females and 490 male prisoners/detainees. All female prisoners/detainees are accommodated at the Mary Hutchinson Womenss Prison and the male prisoners/detainees are accommodated at Risdon Prison Complex, Ron Barwick Minimum Security Prison, Hayes Prison Farm, Launceston Reception Prison and Hobart Reception Prison.
Have a look at some pictures of the prisons.