Knowledge centre

How we help victim-survivors of family violence while in our centre

How transforming a justice centre into an an art gallery improves justice

Explore community justice in action

How MyCase answers one of the most frequent questions people attending court ask: now what?

Improving justice for victims of family violence

A brief overview of the core elements, principles, and history of community justice

Magistrate Noreen Toohey discusses NJC's Peacemaking Program and why she is a stauch advocate for what it can achieve

Take a virtual tour of the Neighbourhood Justice Centre

Explore in greater depth the different aspects of the NJC model and how community justice works in practice.

Find out how NJC's approach to security strikes the balance between safety, risk mitigation, and its therapeutic justice practices

The NJC is the world’s first International Mentor Community Court.

Architecture that challenges assumptions, enhances safety, and supports therapeutically beneficial change.

Information about our legislative framework, and problem-solving and therapeutic court practise

How around 19 independent agencies work together for, and at, the NJC

How community correctional services at the NJC are integral to reducing reoffending

Improving community life by tailoring crime prevention solutions for people and places

How a 90-minute, highly collaborative intervention that helps people get back on track.

The Neighbourhood Justice Officer (NJO) is the nexus between the court, services, and clients. The position was created under the Courts Legislation (Neighbourhood Justice Centre) Act 2006 and though currently unique to the NJC is replicable in many court settings.