The Wyndham Magistrates' Court is the busy western-suburbs venue that most locals still search for as "Werribee court", and in late 2025 it changed in a way that affects every court date, list and appearance in the area. On Friday 31 October 2025 the former Werribee Magistrates' Court permanently closed, and on Monday 10 November 2025 the brand-new Wyndham Law Courts opened to the public at 17 Basalt Road, Werribee VIC 3030, directly next to the Wyndham (Werribee) Police Station. If you have a criminal, traffic, civil or family violence matter listed for Wyndham, this is now the building you attend, and the daily hearing list you are looking for is published under the Wyndham Law Courts venue rather than the old Werribee address at 100 Watton Street.
This page brings together verified, up-to-date information about the court, its jurisdiction, its contact details and how to find your matter on the daily list, so you can arrive prepared and on time. Everything below reflects the current arrangements as confirmed by the Magistrates' Court of Victoria and Court Services Victoria for the 2025 to 2026 court year.
Wyndham Magistrates' Court at a glance
The Wyndham Magistrates' Court operates inside the Wyndham Law Courts, a $274 million complex that is the largest court and tribunal facility anywhere in Victoria outside the Melbourne CBD. The building was designed by Lyons Architects with cultural design input from Greenaway Architects, built by Lendlease and delivered by Court Services Victoria. It consolidates several jurisdictions under one roof, which means the Magistrates' Court shares the site with the Children's Court of Victoria and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).
- Court name: Wyndham Magistrates' Court (within the Wyndham Law Courts)
- Address: 17 Basalt Road, Werribee VIC 3030
- Postal address: PO Box 196, Werribee VIC 3030
- Registry enquiries: (03) 9087 5730 (Magistrates' Court of Victoria)
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, with service counters open from 9:00am
- Weekend hours: Closed Saturday and Sunday
- Emergency: Call triple zero (000), or the Werribee Police Station on (03) 9742 9444
- Parking: Free on-site parking, including accessible bays
- Replaced: Werribee Magistrates' Court, closed permanently 31 October 2025
Why the Werribee court moved to Wyndham Law Courts
The move was driven by sheer population pressure. The City of Wyndham is one of the fastest-growing local government areas in Australia. It recorded a population of 292,011 at the 2021 Census and has been adding roughly 10,000 to 12,000 residents every single year, one of the largest annual increases of any council in Victoria. Forecasters project that Wyndham will add well over 150,000 more people between 2021 and 2036, and some estimates put the additional growth at around 175,000 to 203,000 residents through to the mid-2040s. A two-courtroom venue built for a much smaller Werribee simply could not keep pace with that demand.
The old Werribee Magistrates' Court ran just two courtrooms. The new facility opens with far greater capacity, which reduces adjournments, shortens waiting times and lets more matters be heard closer to home instead of being sent to busier metropolitan venues. For anyone weighing up which venue their matter belongs to, it is worth remembering that the "proper venue" rule still applies: your charge sheet, summons, bail undertaking or notice to appear will name the exact court and date, and that document is the authority on where you must attend.
How big is the new complex?
The Wyndham Law Courts building is purpose-built for growth. Verified figures from Court Services Victoria and associated project sources describe the following capacity across the whole complex:
- 13 courtrooms across the multi-jurisdictional building
- Four dedicated hearing rooms
- Three mediation suites for dispute resolution
- 26 holding cells to support in-person remand and custody matters
- Six courtrooms opened by the Magistrates' Court in year one
- Separate entrances and waiting areas for family violence matters
The design deliberately prioritises the experience of court users, with natural light, rammed-earth walls, greenery and secure outdoor terraces connected to public waiting areas. These features are intended to create a calmer environment for people who are often attending on one of the most stressful days of their lives.
What the Wyndham Magistrates' Court hears
The Magistrates' Court is the entry point for the overwhelming majority of legal matters in Victoria, and Wyndham is no exception. Its criminal jurisdiction hears and determines all summary offences, deals with some indictable offences that can be heard summarily, and conducts committal hearings that decide whether more serious charges proceed to a higher court. Its civil jurisdiction can resolve disputes valued up to $100,000, covering debts, claims for damages, and other monetary or equitable disputes.
Criminal and traffic matters
Everyday lists at Wyndham include mentions, remands, contested hearings, bail applications and sentencing. Common matters heard here involve drink and drug driving, driving while suspended or disqualified, careless and dangerous driving, theft, assault, drug possession and breaches of court orders. A first mention date is usually the point at which you enter a plea or ask for an adjournment to get legal advice.
Family violence and personal safety intervention orders
The court deals with two types of intervention orders: family violence intervention orders and personal safety intervention orders. The Wyndham Law Courts were specifically designed with the safety of people affected by family violence in mind, offering separate entrances and dedicated waiting areas so that applicants and respondents do not have to share the same spaces. Support services and referrals are available on site.
Civil disputes
On the civil side, the Magistrates' Court can hear claims up to $100,000, which captures most consumer disputes, unpaid debts, property damage claims and smaller contractual disagreements. Larger civil claims move up to the County Court or Supreme Court, while specialist tenancy and guardianship matters are dealt with by VCAT within the same building.
Other courts and services in the building
Because the Wyndham Law Courts is a multi-jurisdictional complex, it is useful to know which body handles which type of case, especially if you are unsure where your matter belongs.
- Children's Court of Victoria: A dedicated Children's Court hears child protection, intervention order and criminal cases, including custody matters, for young people under 18. The Children's Koori Court and Marram-Ngala Ganbu (Koori Family Hearing Day) are being introduced from 2026 and 2027.
- VCAT: This is VCAT's first community-based venue in Melbourne's west. It initially sits four days a week across four hearing rooms, hearing Residential Tenancies and Guardianship lists, and expanding from 2026 to include Civil Claims, Human Rights and Planning and Environment matters.
- Court Integrated Services Program (CISP): Available from day one, CISP is a voluntary, court-based case management program operating at the bail, remand, summons or pre-sentence stage. It links eligible court users to drug and alcohol treatment, crisis accommodation, mental health care, disability services and culturally specific Koori supports.
Getting to the Wyndham Law Courts
The court sits at 17 Basalt Road, Werribee, accessed via the Basalt Road and Princes Highway intersection. Free on-site parking, including accessible parking, is available, which is a significant improvement on the cramped parking around the old Watton Street venue.
By car
Enter Basalt Road from the Princes Highway intersection and follow the road to either the street parking along Basalt Road or the dedicated site parking. Allow extra time on busy list days, as morning mentions can bring large numbers of people through security at once.
By public transport
The court is located roughly midway between Werribee Railway Station and Hoppers Crossing Railway Station, about 2km or an eight-minute trip from either. From Werribee Station, catch Route 170 or Route 153. From Hoppers Crossing Station, catch Route 153. Get off near the intersection of Derrimut Road and the Princes Highway, from where the courts are a short walk away. Planning your trip with the Public Transport Victoria journey planner is the safest way to arrive before your list is called.
How to check the Wyndham daily court list
Every sitting day, the court publishes a daily hearing list showing the matters scheduled, the courtroom, the time and the presiding magistrate. Checking this list the evening before or early on the morning of your hearing tells you where to go and helps you avoid missing your matter. If you are used to searching for the "werribee court list" or "werribee magistrates court list", note that these results now sit under the Wyndham Law Courts venue. You can view the current listings for this venue on our melbourne magistrates court daily list network of Victorian court pages, and cross-check against nearby venues if your matter has been transferred.
If you cannot find your name, do not assume your matter has been cancelled. Lists are sometimes updated late, matters can be moved between courtrooms, and adjournments can shift a case to a new date. When in doubt, phone the registry on (03) 9087 5730 to confirm.
Preparing for your court date
Being organised makes a genuine difference to how your day unfolds. A little preparation reduces stress and can improve the outcome, particularly if you are representing yourself.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early to clear security and find your courtroom.
- Dress neatly and respectfully; business casual is appropriate, and there is no strict dress code.
- Bring your charge sheet, summons or notice, plus any documents, references or evidence relevant to your matter.
- Turn your phone to silent and follow the court's rules on photography and recording, which are not permitted.
- If you need an interpreter, arrange one in advance through the registry.
- Consider getting legal advice before your first mention; duty lawyers and Victoria Legal Aid may be able to assist eligible people on the day.
Wyndham is one of several high-volume magistrates' venues across the western and northern growth corridors. If your matter is listed elsewhere, the process is very similar at the sunshine magistrates court hearing list and at the broadmeadows court list, so the same preparation checklist applies wherever you appear.
Frequently asked questions
Is Werribee Magistrates' Court still open?
No. The Werribee Magistrates' Court permanently closed on Friday 31 October 2025. All services moved to the new Wyndham Law Courts at 17 Basalt Road, Werribee, which opened to the public on Monday 10 November 2025. Between 1 and 10 November 2025 no matters were scheduled during the transition.
What is the phone number for the Wyndham Magistrates' Court?
For assistance with a matter at Wyndham, contact the Magistrates' Court of Victoria on (03) 9087 5730. In an emergency, call triple zero (000), or reach the Werribee Police Station on (03) 9742 9444.
What are the court's opening hours?
The building is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm, with service counters open from 9:00am. It is closed on weekends and public holidays.
Is there parking at the Wyndham Law Courts?
Yes. Free on-site parking, including accessible parking, is available. Enter via the Basalt Road and Princes Highway intersection and park along Basalt Road or in the site car park.
What types of cases are heard at Wyndham?
The Magistrates' Court hears summary criminal offences, some indictable offences, committal hearings, traffic matters, civil disputes up to $100,000, and family violence and personal safety intervention orders. The same building also houses the Children's Court and VCAT.
How do I find my case on the daily list?
Search the daily hearing list published for the Wyndham Law Courts venue, which shows your courtroom and time. If searches for "werribee court list" or "wyndham court list" do not show your matter, phone the registry on (03) 9087 5730 to confirm your date and location. You can also browse listings for courts across the state on our victoria court list pages.
Where is the Wyndham Law Courts located?
The court is at 17 Basalt Road, Werribee VIC 3030, next to the Wyndham (Werribee) Police Station, midway between Werribee and Hoppers Crossing railway stations.