The Finocchiaro CLP Government is continuing to deliver the Corrections Infrastructure Masterplan with planning now underway for a new 200-bed work camp at Holtze.
Minister for Corrections Gerard Maley said the project marks the next major step in the CLP Government's plan to build a stable and sustainable corrections system.
"Infrastructure takes time, and Labor's years of failure to invest left the entire system on the back foot," Mr Maley said.
"We have moved the corrections system from a reactive, crisis-driven operating environment to one that is increasingly strategic, structured, and focused on long-term capability.
"We have rebuilt capability, increased capacity across the Territory, and introduced new rehabilitation and training opportunities."
The new Holtze work camp is currently in the design and planning phase and along with the Katherine facility announced last week, delivers another election commitment.
"The aim is simple - prisoners should leave custody with practical skills, work experience, and a real shot at reintegrating successfully into the community," Mr Maley said.
The announcement caps a significant year for Corrections, with major progress delivered under the Corrections Infrastructure Masterplan, increase in program delivery and an uplift in staffing.
Key achievements in 2025 include:
128 trainee correctional officers and 68 experienced officers recruited across the NT meaning total correctional officer numbers increased from 681 to 790.
646 new beds at Berrimah and 96 in Alice Springs, lifting total custodial capacity to 3,032 beds.
Industry Skills & Employment (ISE) is now operational, and is delivering structured, accredited training pathways across custodial and community corrections.
88-bed interim Darwin Women's Prison is on track for completion in mid-December with prisoners being transitioned to the facility from early next year.
Work is advanced with the new Alice Springs women's facility, and the Paperbark youth intake and transfer facility to come online in the first half of 2026.
"Our officers do outstanding work, and as a Government we are backing them with the staff, facilities and infrastructure they need," Mr Maley added.
"The CLP Government is delivering a modern, capable and responsible Corrections system - one that keeps the Territory safe."
