Hopkins Correctional Centre

Hopkins Correctional Centre is an Australian medium security protection prison for males, located in Ararat, Victoria, approximately 200 kilometres (120 mi) west of Melbourne.

The centre is operated by Corrections Victoria, part of the Department of Justice of the Victorian Government.

Built at an initial cost of A$1.25 million, an ongoing redevelopment program has included a new external security fence, new kitchen and mess room, major industries complex, new accommodation and program areas, and a new visit centre.

The opportunity was taken to rename the prison as part of the project to add 350 beds to the complex, which was due to be completed in December 2012.

The facility was expected to add an additional 150 jobs to the region, adding to the existing 160 full-time staff at the centre.