Bathurst Correctional Centre

The inspection of Bathurst Correctional Centre is scheduled to occur in 2023.

Bathurst Correctional Centre is a mixed-security facility for male offenders located 210 kilometres west of Sydney. The complex serves as a reception prison for western NSW. It can accommodate up to 780 inmates.

Our inspection will focus on:

• custodial conditions, including safety and security
• treatment, care, and well-being of inmates
• rehabilitation of inmates, including programs, education, employment, and preparation of release
• resources and systems, including the staffing and management of each correctional centre

The Inspector of Custodial Services may consider any other relevant matters in the course of this inspection.

Inspection of Bathurst Correctional Centre Terms of Reference (PDF, 114.5 KB)