The Northern Territory Government has confirmed planning is underway for a new 200-bed work camp at Holtze as part of its Corrections Infrastructure Masterplan.
NT Minister for Corrections, Gerard Maley said the project marks the next major step in the Government’s plan to build a stable and sustainable corrections system.
“Infrastructure takes time, and Labor’s years of failure to invest left the entire system on the back foot,” Mr Maley said.
“We have moved the corrections system from a reactive, crisis-driven operating environment to one that is increasingly strategic, structured, and focused on long-term capability.
“We have rebuilt capability, increased capacity across the Territory, and introduced new rehabilitation and training opportunities.”
The new Holtze work camp is currently in the design and planning phase and along with the Katherine facility announced last week, delivers another election commitment, the Minister said.
“The aim is simple – prisoners should leave custody with practical skills, work experience, and a real shot at reintegrating successfully into the community,” Mr Maley said.
