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Place-Based Justice in the Pilbara: Why Location Shapes Access to Justice

Explore how place-based approaches in the Pilbara are improving access to justice through collaboration, outreach and regional system coordination.

MEDIA RELEASE | Regional court suspensions point to a longer-running issue

The temporary suspension of regional court sittings across Western Australia from 1 June reflects pressures that have been building in the regional and remote justice system for some time, the Regional Alliance of Justice Associations (RAJA) said today. Over recent days, the Magistrates Court, the Supreme Court, and the Children’s

Place-Based Justice in the Great Southern: Strengthening Access Through Collaboration

Discover how place-based collaboration in the Great Southern region is strengthening access to justice through outreach, partnerships and coordinated systems.

A New Approach to Strengthening Regional Justice in Western Australia

The Regional Alliance for Justice Associations (RAJA) launches to strengthen access to justice across regional Western Australia through coordination, collaboration and system reform.

Strengthening Regional Workforce Pathways: The LEAP Pilot

Building sustainable justice systems in regional Western Australia requires more than recruitment. It requires long-term pathways that connect education, professional development and regional practice. The Legal Education Access Pathways (LEAP) pilot is an initiative designed to strengthen those pathways. Delivered in partnership with the University of Western Australia, the LEAP

Why Workforce Sustainability Matters for Regional Justice Systems

Across regional Western Australia, workforce sustainability is one of the most important factors shaping access to justice. Regional organisations often operate with small teams covering large geographic areas. This means that even minor workforce changes, such as staff turnover, extended leave or recruitment delays, can significantly affect system capacity. Unlike

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