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Wentworth Detention Centre

Wentworth Detention Centre, Nunawading, Australia
Government Organization

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Wentworth Detention Centre is a medium security penal institution for women situated in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.  Wentworth Detention Centre is a medium security penal institution for women located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is a three story building and holds both remand and convicted prisoners.

In 1982, Wentworth suffered extensive damage in a fire. Damage to the complex cost one and a quarter million dollars and major refurbishment works were carried out

Accommodation at the prison comprises of both single cells and some dormitory accommodation.
There is also a maternity section to accommodate mothers with babies up to age 18 months. Other facilities include a library, a gym and a visitors suit where the inmates can have private visits with their families.


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