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Karen Smith
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karen.smith@mtctrains.com.au
Parklea inmates help kids become Rooby readers
Penrith residents will soon see red and white boxes with a kangaroo on the front around their neighbourhood, thanks to Parklea Correctional Centre and Mission
Admin staff celebrated for their service to inmates
What goes on behind prison walls has long been a source of fascination, but many jobs found on the outside are also needed in prisons,
Catholic bishop washes inmates’ feet for Easter
Most Rev Vincent Long van Nguyen OFM Conv, the fourth Bishop of Parramatta, has washed the feet of inmates and staff at Parklea Correctional Centre
Inmates to fill sandbags for flood-affected residents
Blacktown City Council has unveiled its new sandbagging machine, providing a helping hand for residents during flooding emergencies. The machine will be used in partnership
Parklea celebrates women from all generations
Working in a prison has traditionally been a male domain, but women are now a common sight in the wings of Parklea Correctional Centre, where
MTC Australia Awarded Nauru Contract
MTC Australia has been awarded a contract by the Australian Government to provide facilities, garrison, transferee arrivals and reception services in Nauru. The contract is
Sue gives inmates second chance through work outside
Parklea Correctional Officer Sue Price believes everyone deserves a second chance and is passionate about helping inmates achieve their goals and stay out of prison.
Parklea welcomes final graduates for the year
Parklea Correctional Centre has today welcomed 22 new officers at the final swearing-in ceremony for 2022. Parklea Governor Paul Baker said he was pleased to
Parklea inmates create safe house for DV campaign
Inmates at Parklea Correctional Centre have nailed it again, putting their trade skills into action by creating a wooden safe house to help raise awareness
Parklea green thumbs win for fourth straight year
Parklea Correctional Centre has again been recognised in this year’s Blacktown City Garden Competition, receiving awards in two categories. The winning team, led by Horticultural
Inmates create toys for local children during lockdown
Many people turned their hand to something new during last year’s four-month Covid lockdown and inmates at Parklea Correctional Centre were no exception. Unable to
Parklea celebrates NAIDOC Week
Parklea Correctional Centre has celebrated NAIDOC Week with cultural dances, digeridoo playing, art and a smoking ceremony. Inmates also enjoyed a barbecue lunch to cap