If you are searching for the Taree NCAT CCD court list, you have reached the right place. This page brings together the daily hearing list and the practical information you need for Consumer and Commercial Division matters heard in the Manning River region. NCAT, the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal, resolves everyday disputes such as residential tenancy, home building, motor vehicle and consumer claims, and its Consumer and Commercial Division (CCD) hears the bulk of these cases across New South Wales. Because the Tribunal has no standalone building of its own in Taree, CCD circuit hearings for the district are conducted at the Taree Local and District Court complex at 85 Albert Street, Taree NSW 2430, which is fitted with audio visual link facilities in Court Rooms 1 and 2.
The listings shown here help self-represented parties, landlords, tenants, licensed agents and legal representatives confirm the date, time and room for a matter before travelling. NCAT publishes its hearing lists through the NSW Online Registry Court and Tribunal Lists, where a case can be located by file number, for example 2024/00001234, or by a party name. Checking the list the afternoon before your hearing is a sensible habit, because listing details can change and last-minute directions are common in a busy CCD list.
What the Taree NCAT Consumer and Commercial Division handles
The Consumer and Commercial Division is the largest of NCAT's four Divisions and deals with a broad spread of civil disputes. In the Manning River catchment, the matters most frequently listed at the Taree venue include:
- Residential tenancy disputes such as bond refunds, rent arrears, repairs, termination and possession orders under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW).
- Home building disputes covering defective or incomplete work, variations and payment claims under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW).
- Consumer claims about the supply of goods and services, including refunds, faulty products and unsatisfactory workmanship.
- Motor vehicle disputes involving repairs, roadworthiness and dealer obligations.
- Retail lease and commercial disputes, agent commission claims, agricultural tenancy and dividing fences.
- Residential communities, strata and community schemes matters, including holiday parks and boarding houses.
NCAT applies monetary limits to the claims it can decide. The general limit for consumer claims about goods and services is $40,000, while home building claims can be heard up to $500,000. Matters that exceed these thresholds may need to proceed in a court instead. Where a Manning River claim is worth more than the Local Court's civil limit, parties are often directed toward a superior venue, which is why many locals also monitor the nearby district court listings for related proceedings.
Where and when Taree CCD hearings are held
NCAT conducts Consumer and Commercial Division hearings at the venue closest to the place of the contract or the dispute. Tenancy matters are listed near the rental premises and home building matters near the building in question, so a dispute arising in Taree, Wingham, Cundletown, Old Bar or the wider Mid North Coast is generally listed at the Taree circuit sitting rather than in Sydney. Statewide, the Tribunal held hearings and other listing events in 45 locations across NSW in 2024-25, and the Taree complex is one of the regional venues that keeps justice accessible outside the metropolitan registries.
Registry hours at the Taree Local and District Court are 9:00am to 1:00pm and 2:00pm to 4:00pm on weekdays, with telephone enquiries handled between 8:30am and 4:30pm. General NCAT enquiries, including help with the Consumer and Commercial Division online services, are answered on 1300 006 228 during business hours. If you need an interpreter, the Translating and Interpreting Service can be reached on 13 14 50 and asked to call NCAT on your behalf.
How to read the daily court list
Each entry in the Taree NCAT CCD list usually shows the case reference, the parties, the listing type and the scheduled time. Listing types you may see include conciliation, hearing, directions, a case conference or a mediation session. Tenancy and social housing cases are commonly listed for conciliation and hearing together, which means the Tribunal first tries to help the parties reach agreement, and only moves to a contested hearing if that does not resolve the matter. Arriving early, bringing three copies of your evidence and having your documents in order will help your matter run smoothly.
NCAT by the numbers: verified statistics
Understanding the scale of NCAT helps put a single Taree listing in context. The following figures are drawn from the Tribunal's official annual reporting:
- In 2024-25, NCAT recorded a 3.5% increase in applications lodged compared with the previous year and achieved an overall clearance ratio of 95.9%, meaning it finalised almost as many matters as it received.
- 83.3% of Consumer and Commercial Division applications were lodged online in 2024-25, reflecting the shift toward the NCAT digital portal.
- Hearings and other listing events were held across 45 locations in NSW in 2024-25, keeping regional access alive for communities like Taree.
- In 2023-24, NCAT received 71,223 applications and held 104,837 hearings and other listing events, with 82.5% of CCD applications lodged online.
- Only 0.62% of all matters lodged in 2024-25 generated a formal complaint, and 655 internal appeals were lodged, showing that the overwhelming majority of decisions are accepted without challenge.
These numbers matter for anyone facing a Taree hearing because they show a system built for high volume and quick resolution. The Consumer and Commercial Division is designed to be affordable and timely, and most consumer and commercial matters move from lodgement to decision within roughly three to six months.
Fees for a Consumer and Commercial Division application
NCAT filing fees are prescribed under the Civil and Administrative Tribunal Regulation 2022 and are adjusted each year in line with the Consumer Price Index. As at 1 July 2026, the Consumer and Commercial Division fees are:
- Residential proceedings (tenancy, social housing, residential communities): $64.00 standard, $128.00 for corporations, $16.00 concession.
- General consumer or commercial claims up to $10,000 or with no amount: $64.00 standard.
- Claims over $10,000 to $30,000: $133.00 standard.
- Claims more than $30,000: $344.00 standard.
- Retail leases: $132.00 standard.
A reduced concession fee, set at 25% of the full fee, applies to eligible pensioners, holders of a legal aid grant and people assisted by a community legal centre. Fee waivers can also be requested on the grounds of financial hardship. If you succeed at your hearing, you can ask the Tribunal to order the other party to reimburse your application fee.
Preparing for your Taree NCAT hearing
Good preparation is the single biggest factor within your control. The Tribunal Member will ask questions about the application, each party presents evidence and may question the other, and the Member then makes a decision based on the evidence and the law. To give yourself the best chance:
- Gather your documents. Contracts, tenancy agreements, invoices, receipts, quotes, photographs and written correspondence should be organised in date order.
- Lodge and exchange evidence on time. A copy of anything you send to NCAT must also go to the other parties. If you cannot meet a deadline, contact the other party and request an extension before the due date.
- Try to narrow the dispute. NCAT expects parties to attempt resolution first, so raising the issue in writing and keeping the reply can shorten the hearing.
- Consider attendance options. You can request permission to attend by telephone or video where in-person attendance is difficult, which is useful for parties travelling across the Mid North Coast.
- Arrive early and clear security. The NSW Sheriff's Office runs security screening at court venues, so allow extra time before your listed hearing.
If you are a tenant or landlord and want to confirm procedural steps before applying, it is worth reviewing the local court arrangements as well, since some related enforcement steps are handled through the court registry. You can check the current Taree Local Court list for those matters, and confirm higher-value civil listings on the Taree District Court page.
Appeals and what happens after a decision
Most NCAT decisions are final, but a party who believes the Tribunal made an error may have a right to lodge an internal appeal to the NCAT Appeal Panel. Appeals on a question of law can generally be made as of right, while appeals on other grounds usually require leave. Strict time limits apply, so anyone considering an appeal from a Taree CCD decision should act quickly and seek advice. Enforcement of monetary orders may then proceed through the court system, which is another reason Manning River parties keep both the tribunal and court listings within reach.
Nearby NCAT and court venues in the region
The Manning River sits within a network of Mid North Coast and regional venues. If your matter is listed at a different location, or you need the closest alternative sitting, the following pages may help. Parties north of Taree often find the Port Macquarie NCAT CCD circuit convenient, while those closer to the coast can check the Forster Local Court list. Confirming the correct venue before you travel avoids a wasted trip and a possible adjournment.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Taree NCAT CCD hearing held?
Consumer and Commercial Division circuit hearings for the Taree district are held at the Taree Local and District Court, 85 Albert Street, Taree NSW 2430. The venue has audio visual link facilities in Court Rooms 1 and 2. Always check your notice of hearing for the exact room and time.
How do I find my case on the Taree NCAT court list?
Search the NSW Online Registry Court and Tribunal Lists by your NCAT file number, such as 2024/00001234, or by a party name. Select NCAT from the jurisdiction list and choose the Taree venue from the location list. This page also collates the daily listing for quick reference.
What does it cost to lodge a tenancy application at NCAT?
As at 1 July 2026, a residential proceedings application costs $64.00 for an individual, with a concession rate of $16.00 for eligible pensioners, legal aid recipients and community legal centre clients. Corporations pay $128.00. Fees rise each year with the Consumer Price Index, and hardship waivers are available.
How long does an NCAT Consumer and Commercial matter take?
Most consumer and commercial matters are resolved within about three to six months from lodgement to decision. Tenancy cases are often listed for conciliation and hearing together, so some are resolved on the first listing date without a separate contested hearing.
Can I attend my Taree NCAT hearing by phone or video?
Yes. You can request permission to attend by telephone or video using the appropriate Consumer and Commercial Division form. This is useful for parties who live away from Taree or have mobility, health or work commitments that make in-person attendance difficult.
Do I need a lawyer at NCAT?
NCAT is designed for people to represent themselves, and hearings are relatively informal. Legal representation is not automatic and in many CCD matters you need the Tribunal's permission to be represented. Free advice is available from tenant advocacy services and community legal centres before you apply.
Whether you are chasing a bond, defending a possession claim, resolving a building defect or pursuing a consumer refund, keeping this Taree NCAT CCD listing bookmarked means you can confirm your hearing details in seconds. Check the list the day before, prepare your evidence carefully, and arrive early so your matter is heard without delay.