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VWCCS is very pleased to announce that our Operations Manager, Leanne Hillman, was selected as the 2023 NSW Volunteer of the Year.
This award recognises the enormous contribution Leanne has made to VWCCS over the years….

What people say

“Thank you so much for taking the time to talk me through the whole court process – it was very helpful & has gone a long way to making me feel calmer & more confident….”

Welcome

Since its establishment in 2006 VWCCS has supported over 26,500 victims and witnesses of crime and assisted more than 265,000 court attendees.

Are you a VICTIM or WITNESS of crime appearing in court?

Find out how VWCCS can help
and support you in court.

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Are you an AGENCY working with victims & witnesses of crime?

Find out what skills VWCCS’s staff have
and what services VWCCS offers.

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Are you interested in GETTING INVOLVED with VWCCS?

Find out how you can assist VWCCS
by becoming a volunteer.

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Where VWCCS Operates

VWCCS has a permanent presence at courts in the Sydney CBD (Downing Centre), Parramatta and Newcastle.
We may also be able to assist witnesses at other locations if team members are available.

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What People Say

“I have the greatest admiration for VWCCS and having experienced first hand the help you give to so many people I cannot thank you enough… I will never forget your kindness.”

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Our Statistics in Financial Year 2023/2024

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2023/24_Annual Report

2022-2023 Annual Report (PDF)

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VWCCS In The Press

“Parramatta Court helpers expand role”
Parramatta Sun, 7 January 2015.
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“Support in court helps distraught”
by Matt Strand, Parramatta Advertiser, 22 October 2014.
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“Confronting The Monster Within”
by Paul Sheehan, Sydney Morning Herald, 15 July 2013.
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“Pieta Thornton provides support as the founder of Victims and Witnesses of Crime Court Support”
by Lisa Herbertson, Parramatta Advertiser, 11 May 2014
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VWCCS News

VWCCS Operations Manager, Leanne Hillman, Wins NSW Volunteer of the Year

Dec 8, 2023

Image copyright Salty Dingo 2023VWCCS is very pleased to announce that our Operations Manager Leanne Hillman was selected as the 2023 NSW Volunteer of the Year. Leanne has been a volunteer Court Support Officer with the VWCCS since 2009 and her volunteering also...

Health Care Complaints Commission’s Invitation to VWCCS

Nov 12, 2022

VWCCS was extended an invitation from Nicole Lawless, Executive Director of Legal Services at the Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) to provide support for victims and witnesses in giving evidence at the HCCC’s proceedings. The HCCC conducts all disciplinary...

The Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales, Becomes Patron of VWCCS Inc

Apr 15, 2022

VWCCS is very pleased to announce that Her Excellency, the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales has agreed to become the new patron for VWCCS. The Governor is a long-time supporter of the work of VWCCS. Prior to her appointment as Governor,...