Northern Correctional Facility Project 

On 30 August 2024, the Minister for Corrections and Rehabilitation announced the Government will not proceed with the development of the Northern Correctional Facility.

Instead, the Government will increase its investment in infrastructure and supporting services at the existing Risdon Prison site with an enhanced focus on rehabilitation and diversion of offenders away from custodial sentences through the provision of greater rehabilitation, education and training opportunities for prisoners.

Further information on the Government’s announcement can be found in their media release here.