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Last updated: 10 Sep 2026, 9:54 am. Names are partially masked for privacy. Details may change — always check with the Registry.
The Shepparton Magistrates' Court is the principal Magistrates' Court venue for the Goulburn Valley and the wider Hume region of northern Victoria, sitting at 18 High Street in the centre of Shepparton. This page publishes the daily Shepparton court list so that defendants, lawyers, family members, journalists and support workers can confirm case names, courtroom allocations and scheduled hearing times before they attend. The list is drawn from official Victorian court publications and is refreshed throughout the day, which makes it a reliable place to check what is happening at the court each sitting day without having to phone the registry.
Shepparton holds an important place in the history of the Victorian court system. The town was appointed a Court of Petty Sessions in October 1876, with early proceedings held at the local Foresters' Hall, and a purpose-built courthouse followed in 1939. The current five-storey Shepparton Law Courts complex opened in stages from April 2018 and was built alongside the preserved 1930s courthouse. The modern precinct now accommodates sittings of the Supreme Court, the County Court, the Magistrates' Court, the Children's Court, the Coroners Court and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, making it one of the most complete regional court hubs in the state.
What the Shepparton Magistrates' Court Deals With
The Magistrates' Court is the busiest tier of the Victorian court system and handles the largest share of matters that come before the courts each year. The Shepparton registry has jurisdiction over all summary criminal offences, some indictable offences heard summarily, committal proceedings, bail applications, traffic and driving matters, and minor civil disputes. In its civil jurisdiction the court can determine claims up to the value of $100,000 arising from debts, damages, and other monetary or equitable disputes. It also decides applications for family violence intervention orders and personal safety intervention orders, which are among the most frequently listed matters at any Victorian magistrates' venue.
The scale of activity across the Victorian magistrates' system explains why so many people rely on the daily list. Between July 2004 and June 2024, the Magistrates' Court of Victoria sentenced an average of 83,587 cases every year, and in 2023 to 2024 it sentenced 85,462 cases. Across the criminal courts more broadly, the Australian Bureau of Statistics recorded 95,917 defendants finalised in Victoria in the 2024 to 2025 financial year, which was around 18 per cent of all defendants finalised nationally. Regional courts such as Shepparton carry a meaningful part of that workload for their catchment communities.
Criminal Matters and Committals
Most criminal matters at Shepparton begin with a mention. A mention is not a trial and is not the day on which a magistrate decides whether a person goes to gaol. It is the day the matter is formally listed, the parties tell the court where things stand, and the case is moved forward to the next appropriate step. Once a name is called, a straightforward mention is often dealt with in about five to twenty minutes, although the wait beforehand can be longer because the magistrate works methodically through the whole day's list. More serious indictable charges may proceed through a committal process at Shepparton before being sent to a higher court for trial or sentence.
Family Violence and Intervention Orders
Victoria recognises two types of intervention order that can be made in the Magistrates' Court. Family violence intervention orders are governed by the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, while personal safety intervention orders are governed by the Personal Safety Intervention Orders Act 2010. These orders are broadly comparable to the apprehended violence orders used in New South Wales. Intervention order applications and breach matters appear regularly on the Shepparton list and are consistently among the most common matter types heard across the state.
Traffic, Driving and Civil Claims
Driving and traffic offences make up a large proportion of magistrates' court work throughout Australia, and Shepparton is no exception. The court hears licence-related matters, infringement hearings and a broad range of road law offences. On the civil side, the registry deals with disputes over unpaid debts, property, goods and services within the court's monetary limit, giving local residents and businesses in the Goulburn Valley a nearby forum for resolving smaller claims without travelling to Melbourne.
Specialist Courts and Programs at Shepparton
Shepparton is far more than a standard regional venue. It operates as a specialist hub and hosts several therapeutic and problem-solving court programs that target the underlying causes of offending rather than the conduct alone. The court runs a Koori Court, a Drug Court, an Assessment and Referral Court list for people managing mental health conditions linked to their offending, the Court Integrated Services Program, and a Specialist Family Violence Court stream, all operating from the one complex at 18 High Street.
The Koori Court gives Shepparton a genuine place in Australian legal history. The first Koori Court in the country commenced sittings in Shepparton on 7 October 2002, creating a culturally appropriate sentencing process for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have taken responsibility and pleaded guilty to an offence. Independent research into the model has reported markedly lower reoffending, with a recorded recidivism rate at the Shepparton Koori Court of around 12.5 per cent, compared with a general rate closer to 29 per cent. That result helped drive the expansion of Koori Courts across the Magistrates', County and Children's Court jurisdictions throughout Victoria.
Shepparton is also one of only a small number of Victorian venues to run a Drug Court, giving eligible participants access to structured, supervised treatment as an alternative to a conventional custodial pathway. Together these programs make the Shepparton list a mix of standard mentions, contested hearings and specialist court sessions, which is worth keeping in mind when you are working out where and when to attend.
Attending Court at 18 High Street, Shepparton
The court sits Monday to Friday, from 9:00am to 4:30pm, and is closed on weekends and public holidays. The registry counter operates within those hours for filing, payments and general enquiries. If you cannot attend on your listed date, it is important to contact the registry as early as possible, because failing to appear can lead to further orders or penalties being made in your absence.
There is no dedicated court car park, so most visitors use on-street parking around High Street and the town centre, or the multi-level car park a short walk away on Stewart Street. Central spaces can fill on a busy sitting morning, so it is sensible to arrive early and allow extra time to clear security and find your courtroom. Shepparton is served by regional bus and coach services that stop near the court precinct, and taxis are readily available for those travelling from Mooroopna and surrounding towns.
Practical Tips Before Your Hearing
- Check the daily list on this page to confirm your courtroom and approximate time before you leave home.
- Bring all relevant paperwork, including your charge sheet, summons or application, and any documents your matter depends on.
- Arrange an interpreter through the registry in advance if you need one, as this cannot always be organised on the day.
- Dress neatly, arrive early, and be prepared to wait while the magistrate works through the full list.
- Where possible, avoid bringing young children, as a courtroom is a difficult environment for restless toddlers.
If you are unsure which courtroom your matter is in, registry and court staff can point you in the right direction once you arrive. For matters that may involve a specialist list, such as the Koori Court, Drug Court or a family violence stream, it is worth getting legal advice before your first mention so you understand how those programs are accessed and whether you may be eligible.
Understanding the Daily Court List
The daily list is the schedule of matters set down to be heard on a given day. Each entry typically shows a case reference, the courtroom, and the listed time, with individual names partially masked in line with responsible publishing practices. Reading the list correctly saves time and stress, particularly at a multi-jurisdiction venue like Shepparton where the Magistrates' Court shares the building with several other courts. If you are covering proceedings or supporting someone through a hearing, the list also helps you confirm you are in the right place at the right time.
Shepparton is one of many venues that publish through the statewide daily court list network. If your matter has moved or you are trying to locate a related case, you can also review the full daily magistrates court list for Victoria to see every sitting venue in the state. People whose matters connect to the larger metropolitan registry often cross-check the Melbourne Magistrates' Court list, while those with matters closer to the Murray frequently review the nearby Echuca Magistrates' Court list and the Cobram Magistrates' Court list for regional listings across the Goulburn and Murray districts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Shepparton Magistrates' Court located?
The court is at 18 High Street, Shepparton VIC 3630, within the Shepparton Law Courts complex. The postal address is PO Box 607, Shepparton VIC 3630.
What are the court's opening hours?
The court and registry operate Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:30pm, and are closed on weekends and public holidays.
Is parking available at the court?
There is no dedicated court car park. On-street parking is available around High Street and the town centre, and a multi-level car park is located a short walk away on Stewart Street.
What does a mention mean?
A mention is an early administrative hearing, not a trial. It is the day your matter is formally listed and the court is told how the case is progressing. Straightforward mentions are often dealt with in about five to twenty minutes once your name is called.
Can I get an interpreter at Shepparton Magistrates' Court?
Yes. Interpreter services can be arranged on request, and it is best to organise this with the registry ahead of your hearing rather than on the day.
What happens if I miss my court date?
Contact the registry as soon as possible if you cannot attend. Failing to appear may result in further orders or penalties being made in your absence.
Does Shepparton have specialist court programs?
Yes. Shepparton operates a Koori Court, a Drug Court, an Assessment and Referral Court list, the Court Integrated Services Program and a Specialist Family Violence Court stream. It was also the site of Australia's first Koori Court, which began sitting in October 2002.
