| Name | Court Room | Time |
|---|---|---|
| J** R** STRANEY | Court 1 Kyogle | 9:30 am |
| S** GRAHAM | Court 1 Kyogle | 9:30 am |
| S** E** BROOKE for R** BARHAM v A** SPENCER | Court 1 Kyogle | 9:30 am |
| S** E** BROOKE for S** FULLER v S** GRAHAM | Court 1 Kyogle | 9:30 am |
Last updated: 22 Aug 2026, 1:51 am. Names are partially masked for privacy. Details may change — always check with the Registry.
Kyogle Local Court is a circuit sitting location within the Local Court of New South Wales, serving the town of Kyogle and the surrounding Kyogle Council area in the Northern Rivers region. The courthouse stands on Geneva Street in the centre of town, roughly 44 kilometres north west of Lismore and 31 kilometres north of Casino, close to the Queensland border. It gives local residents a place to have criminal, traffic, civil and apprehended violence order matters heard without travelling to a larger regional centre. Understanding how this court operates, when it sits and what it deals with helps anyone with a listed matter arrive prepared and on time.
Because Kyogle is a smaller rural community, the court runs on a limited sitting schedule rather than opening every weekday. The Local Court of New South Wales lists the Kyogle courthouse as open on the second and third Friday of each month, with registry services provided through the larger Lismore registry. This pattern is common for country courts across the state, where a single magistrate travels a rotating circuit between several venues. Sitting days can be adjusted around public holidays or court calendars, so confirming your date before you attend is always sensible.
Kyogle Local Court Contact and Location Details
The most reliable way to prepare is to have the correct address and registry information on hand. The details below reflect the current listing for the Kyogle sitting location and the Lismore registry that administers it.
- Street address: Geneva Street, Kyogle NSW 2474
- Postal address: c/- Lismore Local Court, PO Box 18, Lismore NSW 2480
- Phone: 1300 679 272 (telephone service 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday)
- Fax: (02) 6681 5644
- Email: local-court-kyogle@justice.nsw.gov.au
- Registry hours: 9:30am to 1:00pm and 2:00pm to 3:30pm on sitting days
- Sitting days: second and third Friday of each month
Getting to the Courthouse, Parking and Accessibility
Geneva Street runs through the heart of Kyogle, so the courthouse is within easy walking distance of the main shopping strip and public transport stops. Street parking is generally available nearby, though it can fill quickly on sitting days when multiple matters are listed for the same morning. Arriving at least 30 minutes early gives you time to park, pass through any security checks, find your courtroom and speak with a duty solicitor if one is available. Visitors who need wheelchair access, hearing assistance or an interpreter should contact the Lismore registry in advance so arrangements can be made before the sitting day.
What Matters Are Heard at Kyogle Local Court
The Local Court is the entry point for almost every criminal and civil matter in New South Wales, and it handles the overwhelming majority of cases finalised in the state each year. Kyogle Local Court hears the same categories of matters as any other Local Court, within the limits set by legislation. Its work falls into three broad streams.
Criminal and Traffic Jurisdiction
The court deals with summary offences and less serious indictable offences that can be finalised by a magistrate rather than a judge and jury. Common matters listed at Kyogle include drink driving and drug driving detected through random breath testing and mobile drug testing, licence and speeding offences, negligent or dangerous driving, common assault, theft and larceny, property damage, drug possession and public order offences. A defendant can enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. Where a plea of not guilty is entered, the matter is usually adjourned to a defended hearing date, which may be listed at Kyogle or transferred to Lismore depending on the court calendar.
Civil Jurisdiction
The Local Court also resolves civil disputes up to a set monetary limit, covering claims such as unpaid debts, small business disputes, consumer claims and minor property damage. The Small Claims Division handles lower value matters with a less formal process, while the General Division deals with larger claims that require pleadings and formal evidence. For residents and businesses across the Kyogle Council area, this jurisdiction offers a local avenue to recover money or defend a claim without the cost and complexity of a higher court.
Apprehended Violence Orders
Applications for both Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders and Apprehended Personal Violence Orders are heard in the Local Court. These orders are designed to protect a person from violence, threats, intimidation or stalking by setting enforceable conditions on the defendant. Domestic and family violence matters make up a growing share of Local Court work statewide, which reflects both increased reporting and a stronger focus on protection across the justice system.
Kyogle Local Court Within the Wider NSW Court System
Placing Kyogle in the context of the broader court system shows just how central Local Courts are to justice in New South Wales. According to the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the state's criminal courts finalised 151,113 defendants in the 12 months to June 2025, an increase of 7.4 per cent on the previous year. Around 94 per cent of those finalisations took place in the Local Court, underlining that venues like Kyogle carry the bulk of day to day criminal justice work.
Local Court finalisations alone rose 7.7 per cent to 141,616 matters in 2024 and 2025, an increase of more than 10,000 cases in a single year. Domestic violence related finalisations climbed 12.1 per cent and now account for 27.1 per cent of all Local Court finalisations, up from 26.0 per cent the year before. Traffic and vehicle offences remain the single largest category of matters, with 45,371 defendants found guilty of a principal traffic offence over the year, followed by offences against justice procedures, acts intended to harm, drug offences and theft.
Outcomes data helps set realistic expectations for anyone with a matter listed. Across the NSW criminal courts, 86 per cent of defendants had at least one charge proven, while 8 per cent of matters were withdrawn by the prosecution. Bail refusal at the point of finalisation sat at 9.3 per cent. Timeliness is another useful measure: the median time for a defended hearing in the Local Court was 263 days, which was 16 days shorter than the previous year but still longer than pre pandemic levels. These figures apply to the whole state rather than to Kyogle specifically, yet they give a sound picture of how matters typically progress through a Local Court.
The Kyogle Community the Court Serves
A court reflects the community around it, and Kyogle has a distinct demographic profile. At the 2021 Census the township of Kyogle recorded a population of 2,804, while the wider Kyogle Council local government area was home to 9,359 residents living in 4,672 private dwellings. The median age across the council area was 52 years, notably older than the New South Wales median, which points to an established, settled population. The median weekly household income was 983 dollars, with a median monthly mortgage repayment of 1,224 dollars and a median weekly rent of 250 dollars.
Kyogle sits in the state electorate of Lismore and the federal division of Page, and it is often described as a gateway to national parks including the Border Ranges and Toonumbar. Around 82.5 per cent of residents were born in Australia and 85.8 per cent speak only English at home. This regional, agricultural and relatively remote character shapes the court's caseload, with rural traffic offences, licensing matters and local disputes forming a steady part of the list. It also explains why access to a sitting court close to home matters so much for a community spread across a large and partly mountainous area.
How Kyogle Connects to Nearby Northern Rivers Courts
Kyogle does not operate in isolation. Its registry functions are administered from the busier Lismore Local Court, which sits five days a week and processes a far larger volume of matters. When Kyogle is not sitting, filing, payments and general enquiries are handled through Lismore. The nearest neighbouring circuit venue is Casino Local Court, about 31 kilometres to the south, which many residents in the southern part of the council area attend. Serious indictable charges that cannot be finalised summarily are committed for trial or sentence to the Lismore District Court, the next tier up in the New South Wales court hierarchy. Knowing which court holds your matter, and on which day, prevents the common and costly mistake of turning up at the wrong venue.
Preparing for Your Kyogle Local Court Date
Careful preparation improves both your experience and, in many cases, your outcome. The following steps apply to most people attending a Local Court, whether they are representing themselves or working with a solicitor.
- Confirm your listing: check the date, time and courtroom through the NSW Online Registry or the court list before you travel, since sitting days at Kyogle are limited.
- Arrive early: aim to be at the courthouse well before your listed time to allow for parking, security and locating your matter on the daily list.
- Bring your documents: take any court paperwork, charge sheets, correspondence, character references and evidence relevant to your matter.
- Dress and behave appropriately: neat, respectful clothing and courteous conduct toward court staff and the magistrate make a genuine difference.
- Seek legal advice: contact Legal Aid NSW, a community legal centre or a private solicitor early, ideally well before your first listing.
- Turn off devices: phones must be switched off inside the courtroom, and recording is not permitted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kyogle Local Court
When does Kyogle Local Court sit?
The court is listed to sit on the second and third Friday of each month. Because circuit court schedules can change around public holidays and court calendars, you should confirm your specific date through the online court list or by phoning the registry on 1300 679 272 before attending.
Where is Kyogle Local Court located?
The courthouse is on Geneva Street, Kyogle NSW 2474, in the centre of the town. Registry and postal matters are handled through Lismore Local Court at PO Box 18, Lismore NSW 2480.
Can I represent myself at Kyogle Local Court?
Yes. You are entitled to represent yourself in the Local Court. Given that most defendants have at least one charge proven, obtaining legal advice from Legal Aid NSW, a community legal centre or a private solicitor before your first appearance is strongly recommended, particularly for defended matters.
What types of cases are heard at Kyogle Local Court?
The court hears summary criminal offences, less serious indictable offences, traffic and driving matters, civil disputes within the Local Court monetary limit, and applications for apprehended violence orders. More serious indictable charges are committed to the District Court.
How do I find my court list for Kyogle?
Daily court lists for New South Wales are published online and can be searched by court location and party name. Checking the list the day before, then again on the morning of your matter, confirms your courtroom and helps you plan your arrival.
Is an interpreter available at Kyogle Local Court?
Yes. Interpreter services can be arranged at no cost, but they must be booked in advance. Contact the Lismore registry as early as possible so an interpreter in the required language can be organised for your sitting day.
