| Contracting Agency: |
Queensland Corrective Services |
| Security Level: |
High and Low |
| Rated Capacity: |
492 inmates |
| Background: |
Queensland Corrective Services awarded MTC Pty.Ltd, a contract to manage and operate the Borallon Correctional Centre in September 2000 and in 2005 Queensland Corrective Services extended the contract for a further two (2) years. The 492-bed multi-custody correctional institution is located in the city of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. |
| Criminogenic and Personal Development Programs include: |
- Making Choices
- Transitions
- Pathways
- Getting SMART
- Turning Point
- Maintenance Programs
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| Vocational, Education and Training Programs include: |
- Vocational Access (Literacy and Numeracy)
- Senior First Aid
- Construction Safety Blue Card
- Forklift Licence
- Certificate I & II in Asset Maintenance
- Certificate I in Furnishing
- Certificate I in Horticulture
- Certificate I in Information Technology
- Certificate II in Transport & Distribution
- Certificate II in Business
- Certificate III in Aboriginal/Torres Straight Islander Cultural Arts External Studies (distance education / open learning)
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| Accreditation: |
In 2004, Borallon received re-accreditation by the Correctional Education Association (CEA). Borallon is still the first facility outside the United States to achieve this distinction. Borallon has re-certified in 2005 for the ISO 9001 Quality Assurance Certification. |
| About Ipswich: |
Ipswich is the oldest city in Queensland. Centrally located between the Gold and Sunshine Coasts, the city is a 40 minute-drive from Brisbane. Ipswich is an internationally recognized automobile racing capital and eco-tourism destination.
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| Community Service: |
Borallon is committed to supporting the local Ipswich Community and Organisation. MTC has established a strong relationship with the following organisations: Ipswich City Council, Ipswich Hospital Foundation and Ipswich Special School. |
