Quick facts
Prison population
Men's prison
Low-medium security
Remand and sentenced
Units
Voluntary segregation, Mainstream, Remand, Intervention and Support Unit, Separates (for prisoners who pose a security risk).
Programmes and training
Motivational, tikanga and alcohol and drug programmes.
Trades training for offenders in laundry, sewing, grounds, horticulture, painting, workshop.
Benefits
Free lunch once a week for staff.
Smaller prison, creating the opportunity to get to know other staff.
Well-equipped staff gym.
Location
Located in Invercargill (New Zealand's southernmost city).
Getting there
The prison is in the city centre, making it easy to walk, cycle or drive to work if you find accommodation nearby.
What's closeby
Close to four of NZ’s Great Walks, plus other spots for walking, biking, fishing.
Riverton and Oreti beaches nearby.
Only two and a half hours from Queenstown, one of NZ’s most famous tourist spots.
Stewart Island is only a short flight or boat ride away
New to the area?
You can find a house to buy or rent through a real estate or letting agency.
Staff on site may also be able to assist.