NSW Albury Coroner’s Court List Today

The Albury Coroner's Court sits within the courthouse precinct at 515 Olive Street, Albury NSW 2640, and forms part of the statewide coronial system administered by the Coroners Court of New South Wales. Coronial matters in Albury are heard by a Local Court magistrate acting in the capacity of coroner, supported when required by the State Coroner or a Deputy State Coroner travelling from the court's headquarters at Lidcombe in Sydney. The Albury Coroner's Court daily list published on this page helps families, legal practitioners, witnesses and reporters confirm which coronial matters are scheduled, the listed hearing time and the courtroom, before they travel to the Albury courthouse.

If you are checking listings in Albury, it is worth knowing which matters are heard elsewhere in the same precinct. Criminal and civil hearings for the region are dealt with by the Albury Local Court, while serious indictable charges, sentence appeals and larger civil claims move up to the Albury District Court. Tenancy, consumer and small civil disputes are handled separately through the tribunal, so a different list may be the one you actually need.

Because coronial listings can change at short notice, the details shown here should be treated as a guide rather than a substitute for the official record. Always confirm the current position with the Albury registry or the NSW Online Registry before attending. Names on this page are partially masked to protect the privacy of the deceased and their families.

What the Albury Coroner's Court does

A coroner investigates deaths that are reportable under the Coroners Act 2009 (NSW). The purpose of a coronial investigation is to establish who the person was, and when, where, how and by what manner they died. A coroner does not determine criminal guilt or civil liability. Instead, the coroner makes findings of fact and, where appropriate, recommendations aimed at preventing similar deaths in the future under section 82 of the Act. This preventive function is one of the most important outcomes of the coronial system, because recommendations flowing from a single inquest can reshape policy across hospitals, correctional centres, emergency services and regulators.

Which deaths are reportable

Under section 6 of the Coroners Act 2009, a death is reportable to a coroner when it occurs in any of the following circumstances:

• the death was violent or unnatural, including deaths involving homicide, suicide, or drugs, alcohol and poisons;
• the death was sudden and the cause is unknown;
• the death occurred in suspicious or unusual circumstances;
• the death resulted directly or indirectly from an accident or injury, even where a long interval separates the incident and the death;
• the death was not the reasonably expected outcome of a health related procedure;
• the person was in, or temporarily absent from, a mental health facility where they were receiving involuntary treatment.

Healthcare professionals, police officers and members of the public all have a role in reporting these deaths. Section 35 of the Act makes it an offence to knowingly fail to report a reportable death, and section 38 prevents a medical practitioner from issuing a cause of death certificate where a death is reportable.

Fires, explosions and examinable deaths

The coronial jurisdiction extends beyond deaths. Coroners in New South Wales also have power to inquire into the cause and origin of certain fires and explosions. Separately, some deaths are examinable under sections 23 and 24 of the Act and carry a mandatory inquest, even where a natural disease is identified. These include deaths in custody, deaths that occur during or as a result of a police operation, and the deaths of certain children in care or known to child protection services. In these categories an inquest cannot be dispensed with, which is why they make up a notable share of the formal hearings listed across the state each year.

Coronial statistics across New South Wales

The scale of the coronial system in New South Wales is significant. According to the Coroners Court of New South Wales, coroners across the state investigate approximately 7,400 reportable deaths each year. Of these, an average of about 4,000 investigations are coordinated through the Coroners Court at Lidcombe, while a further 3,400 are coordinated by coroners and assistant coroners based in rural and regional locations throughout the state, including the Riverina and Murray regions served by Albury.

Regional coronial work forms a substantial share of the total. Reporting from the State Coroner indicates that around 45 per cent of deaths reported to coroners in New South Wales come from outside the Sydney metropolitan area. That figure underlines why regional registries such as Albury are an important part of the system, giving border and rural communities local access to coronial proceedings without needing to travel to Sydney. It also reflects the geography of the Albury catchment, which straddles the Murray River and draws matters from a wide surrounding area on both sides of the border.

How the regional coronial network operates

The coronial system is built on the Local Court. Every Local Court magistrate in New South Wales is also a coroner, and the State Coroner and Deputy State Coroners are themselves magistrates. This structure allows coronial matters to be heard at regional courthouses such as Albury, with the State Coroner and Deputy State Coroners travelling to conduct more complex inquests when required. Straightforward matters may be dealt with by the local coroner, while contested or high profile inquests are often reserved for a senior coroner sitting at the regional venue.

Reading the Albury Coroner's Court daily law list

The daily law list for the Albury Coroner's Court sets out the coronial matters scheduled on a given sitting day. Each entry typically shows a masked party name, the assigned courtroom and the listed time. Understanding the type of listing can help you know what to expect on the day and how long you may need to be at the courthouse.

Types of coronial listings you may see

• Mention: a short administrative appearance where the coroner manages the progress of an investigation and sets directions or future dates.
• Directions hearing: a listing to resolve procedural matters, such as the scope of the inquest, expert evidence or witness arrangements.
• Inquest: a formal public hearing at which witnesses give evidence under oath so the coroner can make findings.
• Findings: the sitting at which the coroner delivers the written findings and any recommendations.

Not every reported death proceeds to an inquest. Where the circumstances of a death are sufficiently disclosed by the investigation, a coroner may dispense with an inquest and deliver findings without a formal hearing. This is common where a medical cause of death is clear and no further public interest questions remain to be examined.

The coronial process step by step

While every case is different, most coronial investigations follow a broadly similar path from the initial report to the final findings. Depending on the complexity of the matter, the process can take weeks, months or, in the most involved cases, years.

1. Report: police or a medical practitioner reports the death to the coroner as required under the Act.
2. Investigation: the coroner, assisted by police and forensic specialists, gathers evidence about the circumstances of the death.
3. Examination: a forensic pathologist may conduct an examination to help establish the medical cause of death, and families have recognised rights in relation to this process.
4. Decision on an inquest: the coroner decides whether an inquest is required or whether one can be dispensed with.
5. Inquest: if held, witnesses give evidence in open court, which is generally open to the public.
6. Findings and recommendations: the coroner delivers findings and may recommend changes to public authorities to help prevent similar deaths.

Visiting the Albury courthouse

The Albury courthouse precinct on Olive Street is a central legal hub for the border region, accessible from both the New South Wales and Victorian sides of the Murray River. The modern courthouse building at 515 Olive Street opened in 1987 and was later expanded through a $6.4 million precinct upgrade that added a third courtroom and modern audio visual facilities. Just around the corner in Dean Street stands the original Albury Court House, completed in 1860 to a design by Colonial Architect Alexander Dawson and built by Thomas Allen from local grey granite. The heritage building is classified by the National Trust and remains in use for selected hearings, a reminder that Albury has held a permanent court presence for more than 160 years.

Location, contact and opening hours

• Address: 515 Olive Street, Albury NSW 2640
• Phone: 1300 679 272
• Registry hours: generally 9 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 4 pm, Monday to Friday
• Public transport: Albury Railway Station is about a ten minute walk, with local bus routes stopping near Dean Street and Olive Street
• Parking: street parking and council car parks are available around Olive Street
• Accessibility: the courthouse offers wheelchair access, accessible facilities and hearing support; contact the registry in advance if you need an interpreter

Support for families and witnesses

Attending a coronial matter can be distressing, particularly for bereaved families. The Coroners Court of New South Wales provides a Coronial Information and Support Program and can connect families with counselling and support services. Legal practitioners regularly appear in coronial matters, and families with a sufficient interest may be legally represented at an inquest. If you are attending the Albury Coroner's Court as a witness or a family member, contacting the registry ahead of the hearing can help you understand where to go, how the day is likely to run and what support is available to you.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Albury Coroner's Court located?

Coronial matters in Albury are heard at the Albury courthouse at 515 Olive Street, Albury NSW 2640, within the Olive Street court precinct. The registry can be reached on 1300 679 272.

How do I find today's Albury Coroner's Court list?

The daily coronial list for Albury is published on this page and through the NSW Online Registry and the NSW Courts website. Because listings can change at short notice, confirm the current details with the Albury registry before attending.

What is the difference between a mention and an inquest?

A mention is a brief administrative appearance used to manage an investigation, while an inquest is a formal public hearing where witnesses give evidence under oath so the coroner can make findings about how a person died.

Does every reported death go to an inquest?

No. Where the circumstances of a death are sufficiently explained by the investigation, the coroner may dispense with an inquest and issue findings without a formal hearing. Inquests are mandatory in some cases, such as deaths in custody or as a result of a police operation.

Can the public attend a coronial inquest in Albury?

Yes. Coronial hearings are generally open to the public, although a coroner may restrict access or make non publication orders in particular circumstances to protect privacy or the administration of justice.

Coronial matters from across the Riverina and Murray also feed into nearby registries, so families and practitioners often track more than one venue. Related hearings may appear at the Wagga Wagga District Court or at smaller circuit courthouses closer to home. For a wider view of sitting locations, the full NSW court lists index sets out every registry across the state in one place.