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We administer the State’s justice system and work towards making our community a safer place to live.

30/10/2026

Shining a light on our wonderful teachers! 🌟🎓🔦👏

World Teachers' Day is about recognising the people who inspire, support, and empower our young people, every day.

This year’s theme, ‘Shine a light on teachers’, prompted us to reflect on the amazing work of our teaching staff at Banksia Hill.

They have experience working with at-risk and disengaged youth from all cultural backgrounds and we’re lucky to have them.

They support students at every stage of their educational journey, from foundational learning to Year 12 and TAFE entrance pathways.

Beyond the classroom, they help young people develop valuable skills for life, from crafting resumes to strengthening their writing skills.

Our teachers help young people work towards certificates, like earning their learner’s driver’s permits and first aid qualifications.

They run careers expos and connect students with an array of job opportunities and post-release pathways.

We think their impact deserves the spotlight.

From lightbulb moments to lighting the way, we thank our Banksia Hill teachers for the difference they make, every day. ❤

29/10/2026

Made with love, stitched with purpose. 🧵❤️🪡🧸

This Children's Week, see how women at Wandoo Rehabilitation Prison are making dolls and quilts to provide comfort to vulnerable kids.

In partnership with volunteer organisation Soroptimist International of Western Australia and The Uthando Project, their creations will be donated to young ones in care in WA and little ones in need in South Africa.

While giving back to the community the project also supports their own journey of positive change.

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28/10/2026

Building brighter futures for children 🌟

This National Children’s Week, we’re reflecting on the vital role we play in supporting children and young people across Western Australia.

Whether through the courts, the community or youth justice services, we’re committed to helping every child feel safe, supported and connected.

Together with families, communities and partner organisations, we continue to work towards positive outcomes for children and young people as they navigate challenges and build resilience.

To learn how you can play your part, visit https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-communities/child-safety-everyones-business

27/10/2026

Connection and growth ⚫🟡🔴 🌱

A smoking ceremony on Ballardong Noongar Country has marked the future growth of Acacia Prison.

The site is being expanded for new accommodation units, 480 additional beds and key rehabilitation and support facilities.

Aunty Rosalie Kickett, a proud Wilman, Beelya, Ballardong, Menang, Bibbulmen Nyoongar Nation Yok, and Female Elder of the Year 2025, led a heartfelt Welcome to Country.

Aunty Rosalie has worked at Acacia since 2023 offering social, emotional and cultural support to the prisoners there.

The ceremony reflected the importance of past, present and next steps as Acacia paves its path forward.

22/10/2026

👋 Starting conversations in Auslan 👋

Learning a few signs can open up a whole new conversation.

Justice staff have been learning Auslan to better communicate with Deaf colleagues and members of the community.

The eight-week course has helped participants build confidence communicating in Auslan, supported workplace relationships and staff in customer-facing roles.

For Senior Payroll Officer Janus, learning Auslan was also personal.
“We have a deaf colleague on our team, and I really wanted to be able to communicate a lot more clearly with her.”

The course is one way Justice is helping staff build a more inclusive workplace.

Learn more:
www.wa.gov.au/government/announcements/starting-conversations-auslan

19/10/2026

Five years. Four paws. Countless moments of comfort. 🐾🐾

It began in 2021 with Winston, a black Labrador from Guide Dogs WA who was trained to interact calmly with users at the Children’s Court.

Today four other dogs take turns helping vulnerable court users through some of their toughest moments.

Now we’re celebrating the success of our Justice Facility Dog Program and the dogs making a real difference.

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16/10/2026

TRIPLE GRADUATION

Corrective Services has received a massive boost to its ranks with the largest graduation of Prison Officers to join the team.

The diverse cohort brings a wealth of experience – from backgrounds in hospitality, to finance, to law enforcement – to their new shared mission to help the men and women in care achieve success in their rehabilitation journey.

The opportunities ahead are just as diverse.

“Corrections is a 5,500 strong workforce from Kununurra to Albany and everywhere in between – it’s the largest Corrective Services jurisdiction in in the world” Deputy Commissioner Young People Rick Curtis said. “The opportunities for staff are immense – in specialist roles, frontline Prison Officer roles, in Adult Correction and Youth Justice, there are incredible options for people to change direction if they want to.”

Bring all you are, and secure a future with great benefits – https://www.wa.gov.au/.../department-of.../prison-officer

15/10/2026

Community Service

The men in care at Karnet Prison Farm are out in force serving the community – part of a special group of prisoners making the most of their rehabilitation journey.

Section 95 of the Prisons Act enables minimum security prisoners to work in the community through a range of supervised programs.

From bushfire mitigation to road safety works, to supporting local Shires and not-for-profit organisations, the men and women working under Section 95 programs are providing 450,000 hours of service across WA every year.

13/10/2026

Thank you WA youth justice staff! 👏

Each year, Australasian Youth Justice Acknowledgement Day celebrates the amazing efforts of youth justice staff, including frontline custodial and community teams, policymakers and community partners.

All over Western Australia, the largest jurisdiction in the world, our people work tirelessly to support young people and their families to create safer communities and guide meaningful change.

It’s vital work and while much of it goes unseen, we acknowledge the real difference each of you make, shaping futures and diverting young people away from contact with the justice system.

Today and every day, we say thank you! 🙏 😊

12/10/2026

⏰Time is running out! Applications for the 2027 Aboriginal Traineeship program are closing this Friday, 16 October.

Meet Riley, Trainee at the Public Trustee!

As part of his traineeship, Riley is currently working in wills, helping members of the public by reviewing and processing important documents.

He also has the opportunity to rotate through different areas of the Public Trustee every three months.

Riley has enjoyed developing his personal and professional skills, especially by supporting people who are suffering recent losses.

“It’s really nice to see Aboriginal people succeed at the Department of Justice,” Riley says. “It makes me want to reach that level as well.”

The Department of Justice offers up to 10 Aboriginal Traineeships every year.

Could you be one of them?

Learn more: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-justice/aboriginal-traineeship-program-department-of-justice

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Perth, WA
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