Melaleuca Women’s Prison

Facility Information

Street Address: Nicholson Road, Canning Vale WA 6155
Security classification: Maximum security and remand
Inmate population: Female
Managed by: Department of Justice

About this facility

Melaleuca Women’s Prison is a maximum-security remand and receival prison for women in the Perth metropolitan area, located at Canning Vale. It opened in 2016 (originally as the Melaleuca Remand and Reintegration Facility) on what were previously units of Hakea Prison. Management returned to the Department of Justice in 2020.

What this facility is used for

Melaleuca focuses on women on remand and receival, easing pressure on Bandyup Women’s Prison.

Visits and contact

All visits must be booked in advance and visitors must meet the facility’s identification and approval requirements. Visit days, times, and booking processes vary between facilities, and some have separate arrangements for legal and professional visitors. Before travelling, confirm the visit and the current requirements directly with the facility.

Legal support at Melaleuca Women’s Prison

Hugo Law Group represents clients across New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, and Western Australia in criminal matters, including those connected with correctional and custodial facilities.

We can assist with:

  • Bail applications and urgent custody advice
  • Sentencing proceedings and submissions
  • Parole applications and parole breach matters
  • Advice and representation for people in custody
  • Appeals and post-sentence applications

Contact Hugo Law Group

If you need advice or representation for a matter connected with Melaleuca Women’s Prison, contact Hugo Law Group to discuss your situation and next steps.