NSW Moree NCAT CCD List Today

The Moree NCAT Consumer and Commercial Division (CCD) list on this page sets out the tribunal matters scheduled before the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal for the Moree Plains Shire and the surrounding northern New South Wales region. NCAT is the state's single tribunal for civil and administrative disputes, and its Consumer and Commercial Division is the busiest of the four divisions, resolving everyday disagreements between tenants and landlords, consumers and traders, and home owners and builders. For residents of Moree, Mungindi, Boggabilla and the broader north west, the CCD offers a lower cost and less formal alternative to going to court.

Names on this list are partially masked to protect privacy, and listings can change at short notice. The tribunal publishes and revises its daily law lists through the NSW Online Registry, so you should always confirm the room, time and date directly with NCAT before you attend. This page reflects the most recent data available and is updated regularly so parties, agents and legal representatives can plan their appearances at the Moree NCAT hearing venue.

What the Consumer and Commercial Division Handles

NCAT began operating on 1 January 2014 under the Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2013 (NSW), consolidating 22 former tribunals and boards, including the Consumer, Trader and Tenancy Tribunal, into one accessible body. The Consumer and Commercial Division inherited the largest share of that work. Matters that may appear on the Moree NCAT CCD daily list include:

• Residential tenancy disputes under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010, covering rental arrears, bond claims, repairs, rent increases, termination and possession.
• Social housing and Aboriginal tenancy matters.
• Home building claims and defective work disputes under the Home Building Act 1989.
• Consumer claims about goods and services under the Australian Consumer Law (NSW).
• Motor vehicle disputes involving faulty repairs or purchases.
• Retail lease disagreements under the Retail Leases Act 1994.
• Strata and community scheme issues, dividing fences, retirement villages, holiday parks, boarding houses and agricultural tenancies.

Monetary limits that apply

Each category of dispute carries its own jurisdictional cap set by legislation, and a tribunal member cannot waive these limits regardless of the circumstances. The main thresholds are:

• General consumer claims: up to $40,000.
• Home building claims: up to $500,000, with a fast track list for claims under $30,000.
• Retail lease claims: up to $750,000.

If your claim exceeds the relevant limit, the matter may need to proceed in a court instead, such as the Moree District Court list for larger civil claims, or the Local Court for suitable debt and contract matters.

How Moree NCAT Hearings Are Conducted

The Consumer and Commercial Division generally lists a matter at the venue closest to the subject of the dispute. Tenancy matters are heard at the location nearest the rental premises, and home building matters at the location nearest the building in question, which is why Moree residents are commonly listed in the Moree region rather than travelling to Sydney. Similar matters are often grouped together in a single session, known as a group list, so several parties may share the same start time on the daily law list.

Since 2020, NCAT has heard a large proportion of Consumer and Commercial Division matters by telephone and video conference. First listings, conciliation sessions and many hearings can be attended remotely, which is particularly useful for regional parties in the Moree Plains Shire who would otherwise face long travel. You can ask to appear by phone or video by lodging the tribunal's request form as early as possible, and NCAT decides each request on a case by case basis. Interpreters are provided free of charge, and the tribunal uses plain language and a minimum of formality so that people can represent themselves with confidence.

NCAT by the Numbers

The scale of the tribunal's workload helps explain why an accurate daily list matters to Moree parties. Figures drawn from NCAT annual reports show the following:

• 71,223 applications were lodged across NCAT in 2023-24, following 76,437 in 2022-23.
• 104,837 hearings and other listing events were held in 2023-24 across 48 locations in New South Wales.
• 70,666 matters were finalised in 2023-24, with an overall clearance ratio of 99.2 per cent.
• Between 82 and 85 per cent of Consumer and Commercial Division applications are now lodged online each year, reaching 83.3 per cent in 2024-25.
• The 2024-25 year recorded a 3.5 per cent rise in applications, with listings held across 45 locations statewide.

The Consumer and Commercial Division accounts for the majority of these matters, which is why tenancy, building and consumer listings dominate regional lists such as Moree.

How to Read the Moree NCAT CCD Daily List

The daily law list shows the parties to each matter, the hearing room and the scheduled time. A group of matters listed at the same time usually indicates a conciliation or first listing block rather than a full hearing. To locate your matter quickly:

• Search by party surname or by your NCAT file number.
• Check the listing type, which may be a conciliation, directions, hearing or judgment.
• Arrive or log in early, since the tribunal may call matters in a different order to the printed times.
• Confirm whether your listing is in person at Moree or by telephone or video.

Where Moree Fits in the Northern NSW Circuit

Moree sits within a network of regional tribunal and court venues across the state's north west and northern tablelands. Parties who follow the Moree list often also track nearby registries. For related regional matters you can review the Inverell NCAT Consumer and Commercial Division list, while criminal, traffic and smaller civil matters for the same district appear on the Moree Local Court list. Complex or high value tenancy and building matters can also be case managed through NCAT's Consumer and Commercial Division in Sydney, the tribunal's principal registry.

Preparing for a Consumer and Commercial Division Hearing at Moree

Good preparation improves your chance of a fair and efficient outcome. Before your listing:

• Organise your evidence into a clear, indexed bundle with a simple timeline of events.
• Bring copies of tenancy agreements, contracts, invoices, quotes, photographs and written communications.
• Use the correct legal name and address for service of the other party or business.
• Attempt to resolve the issue directly first, as NCAT expects parties to try before applying.
• Remember that NCAT usually operates on the basis that each party pays their own costs.

Legal representation is not automatic in the Consumer and Commercial Division. In many matters a party needs the tribunal's leave to be represented by a solicitor, which keeps hearings accessible for self represented tenants, landlords and consumers.

Moree Court House Location and Contact

Consumer and Commercial Division listings for the district are associated with the Moree Court House at 35 Frome Street, Moree NSW 2400, a heritage listed building on the banks of the Mehi River in central Moree, roughly 650 kilometres north of Sydney. The town is served by NSW TrainLink, regional coach services and Moree Airport, and street parking is available near the courthouse. For general enquiries about Consumer and Commercial Division listings, applications and sitting arrangements, NCAT can be reached on 1300 006 228.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does NCAT CCD stand for?

CCD stands for the Consumer and Commercial Division of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal. It is the division that resolves tenancy, consumer, home building, motor vehicle and retail lease disputes, among others.

Is the Moree NCAT list the same as the Moree Local Court list?

No. NCAT is a tribunal, not a court, and it handles civil and administrative disputes. Criminal, traffic and general court matters for the district are listed separately on the Moree Local Court and Moree District Court lists.

Can I attend my Moree NCAT hearing by phone or video?

Often, yes. Many Consumer and Commercial Division first listings and conciliations are held by telephone or video conference. Lodge the tribunal's request to attend remotely as soon as you receive your hearing notice, and NCAT will decide based on the type and complexity of your matter.

How much does it cost to lodge a CCD application?

Filing fees vary by application type and are generally modest, with concession rates available for eligible applicants. Tenancy applications attract a lower fee than most other categories. Check the current fees and charges schedule on the NCAT website before you lodge.

Why can I not find my matter on the list?

Listings change and are updated throughout the day. If your matter is not shown, it may have been adjourned, settled, moved to a different venue or listed on another date. Contact the NCAT registry to confirm the current status.