For safety and security reasons, the supply of nicotine patches in prisons will cease from 26 February 2024.
The outstanding contribution of the state’s corrections services personnel has been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours List.
Friday 19 January 2024 is Victoria’s seventh National Corrections Day – a day to recognise the tireless work and commitment of our corrections staff and say thank you.
Corrections Victoria acknowledges the death of a 76 year old prisoner at Port Phillip Prison on 9 January 2024.
Prisoners can access quality VET education programs to help them secure a job after release and break the cycle of reoffending.
Corrections Victoria acknowledges the death of a 35-year old prisoner at Fulham Correctional Centre on 4 December 2023.
Corrections Victoria acknowledges the death of a 46-year-old prisoner at Port Phillip Prison on 8 November 2023.
Corrections Victoria acknowledges the death of a 37-year-old prisoner at Marngoneet Correctional Centre on 6 November 2023.
An Aboriginal Healing Unit has opened at Dame Phyllis Frost Centre to provide a culturally safe space and programs for Aboriginal women in custody.
Corrections Victoria acknowledges the death of an 84 year old prisoner at St John's Hospital within Port Phillip Prison on 7 September 2023.