169: Inspection of Roebourne Regional Prison
Announced Inspection of West Kimberley Regional Prison
The Office of the Inspector of Custodial Services will be inspecting West Kimberley Regional Prison in September 2026. West Kimberley Regional Prison opened in 2012 with an innovative focus on Aboriginal culture. Its philosophy was shaped through consultation with Aboriginal leaders and community members. The prison’s unique design allows most prisoners to live in community-style …
New Acting Inspector Jane Higgins
We are pleased to announce the Governor in Executive Council has appointed Jane Higgins as acting Inspector of Custodial Services for a period of eight months commencing on 13 July 2026. Jane will act in the role while Eamon Ryan takes extended leave prior to retirement on 20 November 2026. We are also pleased to …
Show Cause Notice – Hakea Prison, Casuarina Prison and Melaleuca Women’s Prison
Draft Inspection Standards for Youth Custodial Facilities – For Consultation
The Office of the Inspector of Custodial Services (the Office) is an independent statutory agency responsible for the inspection of adult prisons, youth detention centres, court custody centres and prescribed lock-ups. Under the Inspector of Custodial Services Act 2003 the Office is required to inspect each custodial facility and report to Parliament at least once …