Christchurch Women's Prison
Below is official information.
The reality is very different as was shown in the NSW Inspector’s Report.
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| Name of General Manager | |
| Year of Establishment | 1974 |
| Postal Address | Private Bag 4702 Christchurch Mail Centre Christchurch 8140 |
| Street Address | Newton Rd Christchurch 8042 |
| How to Get There | |
| Phone no. | (03) 345 6400 |
| Population | 134 |
| Capacity | 134 |
| Number of Staff | 70 |
| Health Care Services | 9 Self-Care Units -In residential-style to let prisoners get used to living in a flatting type environment -giving prisoners an opportunity to learn and practise the skills they will need to live independently after release |
| Education & Skill Development | Offender training -Horticulture and Nursery -Offender employment -Kitchen -Laundry -Asset Maintenance -Grounds Maintenance -Kowhiritanga (‘Making Choices') rehabilitation programme |
| Level of Security | Minimum to high |
| Availability of Activities | |
| Contact with Outside World | |
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