The Inspection Standards for Youth Custodial Facilities establish a framework for assessing how youth detention facilities meet the needs of young people in their care. The Youth Standards are grounded in a child-focussed and rights-based approach, drawing on relevant international and national instruments that recognise the distinct status of children and young people in custody.
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 …
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 …
