| Name | Court Room | Time |
|---|---|---|
| C** INVESTMENTS PTY L** v B** K** | Court 2 | TBA |
| C** LIVESTOCK PTY L** v B** Joseph M** | Court 2 | TBA |
| P** F** v M** D VAN E** | Court 2 | TBA |
| O**, G** BERGHIN | Court 2 | TBA |
| J** Dawn R** v L** EDUCATION SOUTH AUSTRALIA N** | Court 2 | TBA |
| R** ENTERPRISES PTY L** v P** ROBIN E** | Court 2 | TBA |
Last updated: 10 Sep 2026, 10:00 am. Names are partially masked for privacy. Details may change — always check with the Registry.
The Mount Gambier civil court list is the daily record of civil matters listed for hearing at the Mount Gambier Courthouse, the principal justice venue serving the Limestone Coast region of South Australia. Located at 41 Bay Road, Mount Gambier SA 5290, this courthouse sits roughly 435 kilometres south east of Adelaide and functions as the busiest regional court complex in the state's south east. Whether you are a party to a dispute, a legal practitioner, a journalist or a family member supporting someone through proceedings, this page helps you locate the correct case, courtroom and hearing time before you arrive.
Civil matters at Mount Gambier are heard within the Civil Division of the Magistrates Court of South Australia, a court first established in 1837 under the Court of Sessions Act. The registry operates Monday to Friday and can be contacted on (08) 8735 1060 or by email at mountgambier@courts.sa.gov.au, with postal correspondence directed to PO Box 723, Mount Gambier SA 5290. Because listings are generated dynamically and can change at short notice, always confirm the exact courtroom and start time with the registry on the morning of your hearing.
What the Mount Gambier civil court list covers
The daily civil list at Mount Gambier brings together a wide spread of matters that fall within the monetary and subject matter limits of the Magistrates Court. Under the Magistrates Court Act 1991 (SA), the court's civil jurisdiction is divided into distinct monetary bands, which determine where a claim is filed and how it is managed. Understanding these bands is the fastest way to know whether your matter will appear on the Mount Gambier list or be transferred elsewhere.
- Minor Civil Claims Division: disputes valued up to $12,000, dealt with through a simplified, low cost process designed for self represented parties.
- General Claims Division: disputes valued between $12,001 and $100,000, including contractual disputes, debt recovery and personal injury.
- District Court referral: civil claims exceeding $100,000 are heard in the District Court, which sits at Mount Gambier on regular civil circuits from Adelaide.
This tiered structure means a single courthouse can list everything from a small unpaid invoice to a substantial contractual dispute on the same sitting day. The Magistrates Court hears roughly 80 per cent of all civil disputes across South Australia, which is why regional lists like Mount Gambier's carry such a broad mix of matters.
Common matter types on the civil list
The civil list is not limited to money claims. It frequently includes minor statutory proceedings such as neighbourhood disputes involving trespass, nuisance and applications under the Fences Act. It also covers directions hearings, mediation referrals, enforcement steps and interlocutory applications that keep a case moving toward trial. Many minor civil actions are resolved without a lawyer, because the minor claims process generally does not permit legal representation at trial unless the court grants leave, for example where both parties are legally represented or where one party would otherwise be disadvantaged.
How to read your Mount Gambier civil listing
Each entry on the daily list is structured to help you identify your matter quickly. A typical civil listing shows the case or file number, the names of the parties, the courtroom or judicial officer, the scheduled time and the type of hearing. Arriving with your file number written down is the single most effective way to reduce confusion, since several matters may share a similar surname or be listed at the same time.
If your name appears on the list, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time. Security screening, parking and finding the correct courtroom all take longer than most people expect, and civil hearings can be brought forward if an earlier matter resolves. The Mount Gambier Courthouse has onsite parking available to court users, which is a practical advantage over many metropolitan venues.
Why listings change without notice
Court lists are working documents. Matters settle, adjourn, consolidate or move between courtrooms right up to the moment they are called. A hearing shown for the morning may be pushed to the afternoon, and a matter listed for Mount Gambier may be transferred to Adelaide if it exceeds the local jurisdiction or requires a specialist list. This is precisely why the registry advises every court user to verify details before relying on them, and why checking an up to date Adelaide magistrates court case list can help if your matter has been reassigned to the metropolitan registry.
Mount Gambier Courthouse at a glance
The Mount Gambier Courthouse is a genuine multi jurisdictional hub. Alongside the Magistrates Court, the building hosts the Youth Court, the District Court and Supreme Court on circuit from Adelaide, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia as a visiting court, the Residential Tenancies Tribunal, the Industrial Court, the Workers Compensation Tribunal, a Domestic Violence Court and the Aboriginal Sentencing Court, also circuited from Adelaide. Private rooms are available for visiting courts, allowing sensitive matters to be handled with appropriate privacy.
This concentration of jurisdictions under one roof is what makes the courthouse so important to the Limestone Coast. Residents of Mount Gambier and surrounding towns do not need to travel to Adelaide for the majority of their legal matters, which reduces cost, travel time and disruption for regional South Australians. The District Court conducts civil circuits at Mount Gambier regularly, and criminal circuits are held here as well as at Port Augusta.
Key details for court users
- Street address: 41 Bay Road, Mount Gambier SA 5290
- Registry phone: (08) 8735 1060
- Registry email: mountgambier@courts.sa.gov.au
- Postal address: PO Box 723, Mount Gambier SA 5290
- Parking: onsite parking available for court users
- Region served: Mount Gambier and the wider Limestone Coast
Filing and preparing a civil claim in Mount Gambier
Before a matter reaches the civil list, several steps usually take place. For a minor claim, a Final Notice of Claim or letter of demand is generally sent to the other party first, giving them 21 days to settle before formal action begins. When a minor claim is filed, the Magistrates Court offers a free mediation service to help the parties resolve the dispute without a full hearing, which can save both time and money.
Claims are lodged through the CourtSA online portal, where you can also select how the claim will be served on the respondent. Service can be carried out by the applicant directly by post, email or in person, by a legal representative on behalf of a client, or by the Sheriff for a fee per person served. Getting service right matters, because a defect in service can delay your matter or see it struck from the list.
Choosing the correct division
Filing in the wrong division can carry cost consequences. To encourage claims to be started in the correct court, an applicant may be unable to recover legal costs unless the judgment reaches a minimum threshold, absent special reasons. If your claim is close to the $12,000 or $100,000 boundaries, it is worth confirming the correct division before lodging. Parties can, in some circumstances, agree to have a matter treated in the general division even where it might otherwise fall within minor claims, particularly where the value of work in dispute exceeds $12,000.
Public access and open justice
South Australian courts operate on the principle of open justice, which means civil hearings can generally be observed by any member of the public. This transparency is a cornerstone of the legal system and is one reason court lists are published in the first place. There are limits: a judicial officer retains discretion to restrict who may be present in particular matters, and some sensitive proceedings may be closed or subject to suppression orders. If you intend to observe a hearing, arrive early and follow the directions of court staff.
For those tracking outcomes across the state, it can be useful to compare regional activity with the broader SA court listings and with high volume regional venues elsewhere in the country, such as the Mount Isa court list in Queensland, which draws similar public interest. Cross referencing lists helps practitioners who appear across multiple jurisdictions plan their week efficiently.
Frequently asked questions
What time are Mount Gambier civil matters usually listed?
Most civil matters are listed to commence in the morning, though directions hearings and shorter applications can be scheduled throughout the day. Because matters can be brought forward or delayed, arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time and check the daily list posted at the courthouse.
Do I need a lawyer for a minor civil claim at Mount Gambier?
Generally no. The Minor Civil Claims Division is designed to be accessible for self represented parties, and legal representation at trial is usually not permitted unless the court grants leave. For general claims above $12,000, many people choose to engage a lawyer given the increased complexity.
How do I confirm my hearing details?
Contact the Mount Gambier registry directly on (08) 8735 1060 or by email, and have your case number ready. Listings are generated dynamically and details may change from the time a list is published, so registry confirmation is the most reliable approach.
What happens if my claim is worth more than $100,000?
Claims exceeding $100,000 fall outside the Magistrates Court civil jurisdiction and are dealt with in the District Court, which sits at Mount Gambier on regular civil circuits from Adelaide. If your matter needs to move, the registry can explain the transfer process.
Where can I find civil listings for other South Australian courts?
If your matter has been moved to the capital or you appear across several venues, the Christies Beach civil listings and other metropolitan registries can be checked alongside Mount Gambier so you never miss a hearing across the SA court network.
