Port Lincoln Prison is situated 650 kms west of Adelaide and can accommodate 90 medium to low security prisoners.
The prison property totals just over 200ha, of which approximately 150ha is dedicated to crop farming each year. Sheep and cattle are also raised on the property and low security prisoners are an integral part of the workforce involved in running the agricultural areas of the prison.
Recently, the farm also began producing both hydroponic and naturally grown vegetables. The majority of this produce is supplied to local businesses within Port Lincoln and the surrounding areas.
Port Lincoln also runs a wood work shop, where medium security prisoners are currently constructing outdoor settings for the National Parks and Wildlife Service, as well as creating nesting boxes for a local chicken farm.
Restorative justice programs also operate from Port Lincoln. Low security prisoners have been involved in many projects, including restoration of damaged jetties, the Aleppo pine eradication project, volunteering with the Country Fire Service during the recent Tulka fires and various National Parks and Wildlife projects.
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