Recommendation 1
Investigate and address workplace culture concerns within the staffing group.
Recommendation 2
Introduce body scanning technology at Acacia to minimise potentially retraumatising effects of strip searches.
Recommendation 3
The Department of Justice develop a contemporary drug replacement/withdrawal treatment program that addresses the demand for treatment beyond opiates.
Recommendation 4
Develop and implement a strategic prisoner support plan that identifies need, establishes good governance, and provides transparent operational practice.
Recommendation 5
Finalise the Aboriginal Prisoner Strategy, and develop supporting policies and procedures for its operationalisation, including future reviews to ensure it remains relevant to prisoner and community needs.
Recommendation 6
Consider individual meals or supervise mealtime distribution to prevent the uneven allocation of food.
Recommendation 7
The Department of Justice must commit to significant changes to address the persistent issue of outstanding treatment assessments.
Recommendation 8
Improve processes for custodial staff completing case management reports by offering additional training, clearer guidance, and regular support, to streamline report writing.
Recommendation 9
Examine why First Nations prisoners are more frequently denied parole and less likely to be released at their earliest eligibility date.
DOJ Response – Inspection of Acacia Prison