Tasmania's court backlog hits crisis point with over 11,426 cases pending
Tasmania's court backlog has reached 'crisis point', with over 11,426 criminal matters pending, many for more than a year. Senior lawyers, including Kim Baumeler, emphasize the impact of underfunding on the justice system. A review by barrister Lloyd Babb SC is expected to provide recommendations to the state government by June 30.
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Published 28 Jun 2026, 19:12 UTC · Updated 28 Jun 2026, 19:20 UTC
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