Bourke District Court

Contact Information

Street Address: 55-57 Oxley St, Bourke NSW 2840
Postal Address: PO Box 5, Bourke NSW 2840
Days open: Monday to Friday

About this court

Bourke District Court serves the town of Bourke in north-west New South Wales. It operates from the same court as Bourke Local Court and handles serious criminal and civil matters for the region.

The court was built between 1897 and 1900, with restoration works completed in 1968 and 2010.

What cases are heard in Bourke District Court?

District Courts in New South Wales deal with a range of criminal and civil matters. The following applies to Bourke District Court as well as all other District Courts in Australia.

Matters heard here include:

  • Serious criminal offences (indictable offences) such as assault, sexual assault, robbery, and murder
  • Less serious criminal matters (summary offences), including drink driving and traffic offences
  • Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs)
  • Bail applications and variations
  • Appeals from Local Court and Children’s Court decisions
  • Civil claims up to $750,000, including personal injury and breach of contract

Civil disputes above $750,000 are generally heard in the Supreme Court.

Court listings and appearances

Court listings for Bourke District Court can be accessed via the NSW Online Registry system. It is important to confirm hearing details before attending court, as listings may change.

Legal support at Bourke District Court

Hugo Law Group represents clients across New South Wales in criminal, traffic, and AVO matters, including appearances at regional courts such as Bourke District Court.

We can assist with:

  • Court appearances for mentions, hearings, and sentencing
  • Bail applications and urgent matters
  • Advice and preparation before court
  • Representation in criminal and traffic proceedings

Contact Hugo Law Group

If you need legal advice or representation for a matter at Bourke District Court, contact Hugo Law Group to discuss your situation and next steps.