Practice Directions & Notices to the Profession and the Public

The Chief Judge issues Practice Directions to provide clarification and guidance to court users on procedural matters, and also issues Notices to advise the legal profession and the public of court-related matters. As of September 2019, the effective date of a Practice Direction or Notice to the Profession and the Public indicates the date of issue, or the date of the most recent amendment if it has been amended.

Notices to the Profession and the Public
General Practice Directions
Criminal and Youth Court Matters Practice Directions
Family Matters Practice Directions
Small Claims Matters Practice Directions

Rescinded/Expired Practice Directions & Notices can be found in the Archive.