AYDC Average Numbers Highest In Decade
There have been 18.5 young people in Ashley Youth Detention Centre on average in 2025-26, up until the end of the March quarter.
Jun
2026
26
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Apr
2026
14
Ashley Youth Detention Centre – Use of Force
With respect to the use of force at Ashley Youth Detention Centre: what is the Ashley Youth Detention Centre policy on the use of force and can I have associated data?
Mar
2026
14
Numbers at Ashley Increasing, Despite Government Assurances
The number of young people detained in Ashley Youth Detention Centre has continued to increase and is approaching the decade-high level recorded two years ago.
Feb
2026
20
Minister’s AYDC Ignorance Deeply Concerning
It is deeply concerning to learn that Minister for Children and Young People is unaware of concerns raised by the Independent Regulator about Ashley Youth Detention Centre.
Feb
2026
6
Ashley Lockdowns Unacceptable
The Interim Commissioner for Children and Young People has expressed concerns at the number of lockdowns being used at Ashley to manage issues, amidst staffing shortages.
Feb
2026
3
Ashley Failures Seriously Concerning
Reports from HACSU that there are ongoing safety, security and staffing failures at Ashley Youth Detention Centre raise serious concerns for the children detained there.
Jan
2026
28
AYDC Solitary Confinement Condemned by UN
The United Nations has condemned the Government’s abhorrent treatment of Tasmanian children in detention at Ashley Youth Detention Centre.
Dec
2025
3
Premier Must Keep Children Safe
The Custodial Inspector has exposed unacceptable practises of private security staff in transporting children and young people in custody.
Dec
2025
3
Children in Custody – Spit Hood Incident
Will you commit to legislating a ban on the use of spit hoods? Earlier you said, contracts are required, and the department is reviewing contract specifications. Will you commit to
Dec
2025
2
Transportation of Youth in Custody Needs Reform
The Custodial Inspector’s review of the transportation of children and young people to and from AYDC has revealed unsafe practises and a lack of oversight by DECYP.