Experienced, strategic criminal defence representation at Newtown Local Court.
Call 0414 444 474 for urgent adviceIf you have a matter listed at Newtown Local Court, our criminal defence lawyers can help. We appear at this Inner West court across criminal and traffic matters, from drink driving and assault charges to AVOs and bail applications. This page explains where the court is, what to expect on your court day, and how we can assist.
Name: Newtown Local Court
Address: 222 Australia Street, Newtown NSW 2042 (next to Newtown Police Station, just off King Street)
Phone: 1300 679 272
Registry Hours: 9:00am–1:00pm and 2:00pm–4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Website: localcourt.nsw.gov.au
Newtown Local Court serves Sydney's Inner West, including Newtown, Enmore, Marrickville and surrounding suburbs. It hears summary criminal offences such as assault, theft, property damage and drug offences, traffic matters, apprehended violence order (AVO) applications, bail applications, sentencing and civil disputes. The court is equipped with audio-visual link (AVL) and remote witness facilities, and a Legal Aid duty lawyer service is available.
Located at 222 Australia Street just off King Street, the court is a short walk from Newtown railway station on the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line, with several bus routes running along King Street. For drivers, metered street parking is available on surrounding streets, but it is limited and fills quickly, so arrive early or use public transport.
The court registry is open from 9:00am to 1:00pm and 2:00pm to 4:00pm, but you should aim to arrive early to clear security screening and locate your courtroom. When you arrive, check the daily court list — displayed on screens in the foyer and available online through the NSW Online Registry — to find your courtroom number. Your first appearance is usually a mention, a short procedural hearing where the charge is confirmed and the court notes your plea. Matters are not always heard in list order, so be prepared to wait. Dress neatly, turn your phone off before entering the courtroom, and wait for your name to be called. If you have a lawyer, they can announce your appearance, speak to the police prosecutor on your behalf and, where appropriate, ask the court to adjourn your matter to allow time to prepare.
Our team appears at Newtown Local Court across the full range of criminal and traffic matters. Common charges we defend include:
Our criminal defence-focused lawyers provide robust representation for clients appearing at Newtown Local Court. A conviction can result in a criminal record and may affect employment, travel, professional licensing, visa applications and other aspects of your life. We are dedicated to ensuring your case is carefully prepared, fighting for non-conviction outcomes and protecting your liberty.
Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with Newtown Local Court and operate independently as a private criminal defence law firm.
Newtown Local Court is located at 222 Australia Street, Newtown NSW 2042, next to Newtown Police Station and just off King Street. It is a short walk from Newtown railway station on the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line, with several bus routes also running along King Street.
The court registry is open to the public from 9:00am to 1:00pm and again from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, on 1300 679 272. The court does not sit on weekends or public holidays.
Metered street parking is available on surrounding streets, but it is limited and fills quickly, particularly given the court's location just off busy King Street. As Newtown railway station and several bus routes are close by, taking public transport is a more reliable option, so arrive early if you plan to drive.
Newtown Local Court hears summary criminal offences such as assault, theft, property damage and drug offences, traffic matters, apprehended violence order (AVO) applications, bail applications, sentencing and civil disputes. It serves Sydney's Inner West, including Newtown, Enmore, Marrickville and surrounding suburbs.
Yes. A Legal Aid duty lawyer service is available at Newtown Local Court to assist people who do not already have a lawyer, particularly with bail applications and first appearances. The court also has audio-visual link (AVL) and remote witness facilities.
You are not required to have a lawyer, but a criminal charge can affect your record, employment, travel and licensing. A criminal defence lawyer can explain the charge, advise on your options, negotiate with police prosecutors, prepare your matter and represent you in court. NS Criminal Lawyers appears at Newtown and other courts across NSW.
Author: Muhammad Siddique, Criminal Defence Lawyer | Reviewed by: NS Criminal Lawyers and Associates | Last reviewed: June 2026 | Jurisdiction: New South Wales
The information on this website is general information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain legal advice about your specific circumstances.
