Mount Gambier Prison
Prisons and penitentiaries – Moorak, South Australia, Australia
Facility profile
| Type of facility | Prisons and penitentiaries |
|---|---|
| Operator / administration | G4S Custodial Services Pty Ltd |
| Address | Carpenter Rocks Rd 871, 5291 |
| City / locality | Moorak |
| Region / state | South Australia |
| Country | Australia |
| Coordinates | -37.85818, 140.68437 |
Mount Gambier Prison: information, location and practical guide
Facility overview
Mount Gambier Prison is listed in this directory under the category “Prisons and penitentiaries” and is located in Moorak, South Australia, Australia. This page gathers what is known about the facility and adds context about its surroundings and a practical guide for anyone who needs to find it or get in touch with it. The responsible organisation or administration on record is G4S Custodial Services Pty Ltd.
Location and surroundings
The recorded address of Mount Gambier Prison is Carpenter Rocks Rd 871, 5291, in Moorak (South Australia, Australia). The approximate coordinates are -37.8582, 140.6844.
Within the directory, Moorak has 1 facility; South Australia has 10 facilities across 6 localities, and Australia has 135 facilities in total, which helps place this facility within its wider territory.
Other nearby facilities
Measured in a straight line from Mount Gambier Prison, these are the closest facilities in Australia listed in the directory:
- Hopkins Correctional Centre — about 213 km away (Ararat)
- HM Prison Langi Kal Kal — about 252 km away (Langi Kal Kal)
- Tarrengower Prison Farm — about 313 km away (Maldon)
- HM Prison Barwon — about 322 km away (Lara)
- Karreenga — about 322 km away (Lara)
More facilities in the category “Prisons and penitentiaries” in South Australia:
- Cavan Training Centre (Adelaide)
- Yatala Labour Prison (Adelaide)
- Cadell Training Centre (Cadell)
- Port Lincoln Prison (Duck Ponds)
- Mobilong Correction Centre (Murray Bridge)
What type of facility this is
Prisons and penitentiaries are establishments where people sentenced by a final judgment serve their sentence and, depending on the country, also where people await trial. They are usually organised into units or regimes with different security levels and include areas for healthcare, education, work and rehabilitation activities.
In Australia, prisons are run by the corrective services of each state and territory.
Knowing the category helps you understand what to expect: the regime, who may visit and the procedures that apply vary depending on the type of facility and the country.
Data on record for this profile
This profile includes: Address, Operator / administration. Not available in the source: Phone, Email, Website, Capacity, Hours / visiting, In operation since. The data comes from open information contributed by a community of volunteers and may change over time. If you manage the facility or know updated official data, you can request a correction by writing to info@vorticepacifico.com.
Before visiting or contacting the facility
These general tips help you prepare any procedure related to Mount Gambier Prison. The specific rules are always set by the competent prison administration.
- Confirm visiting days and hours directly with the facility or its administration; they can change without notice.
- Find out which identity document is required and whether a prior authorisation or registration is needed to visit.
- Ask whether an appointment is necessary and how far in advance it must be requested.
- Check the permitted items, the accepted dress code and the security checks at the entrance.
- Plan the journey with time to spare: transport, time to get into the premises and possible waiting.
- If you attend as a lawyer, journalist or researcher, request accreditation or permission through the official channels.
- If you travel with minors, check the specific conditions that apply to their entry.
- Use official channels only and be wary of intermediaries who charge to arrange visits or communications.
Services and procedures common in this type of facility
In facilities in the category “Prisons and penitentiaries” there usually are, depending on the country and each establishment's regime: communications and visits, correspondence, healthcare, social and psychological support, training and education, work and workshops, religious assistance, legal assistance and transfers to courts. This directory does not confirm that Mount Gambier Prison offers each of them: check directly with the facility or its administration which are available and how to request them.
Frequently asked questions about Mount Gambier Prison
Where is Mount Gambier Prison?
Mount Gambier Prison is located in Moorak, South Australia, Australia. The recorded address is Carpenter Rocks Rd 871, 5291.
What type of facility is Mount Gambier Prison?
It is listed in the directory under the category “Prisons and penitentiaries”. Prisons and penitentiaries are establishments where people sentenced by a final judgment serve their sentence and, depending on the country, also where people await trial.
What is the phone number or website of Mount Gambier Prison?
The source does not include a phone number, email or website for this facility. Check the official website of the competent prison administration.
What is the capacity of Mount Gambier Prison?
The capacity of this facility is not available in the data source.
Are there other facilities near Mount Gambier Prison?
The closest facility listed in the directory is Hopkins Correctional Centre, about 213 km away in a straight line.
Can I visit Mount Gambier Prison?
It depends on the country's regulations and the facility's regime, and not everyone may visit. Before travelling, confirm the hours, the documents required and the access conditions with the facility.