Publications
We provide publications that cover the coroners process, information for families immediately following the reporting of a death of a loved one, and information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Find and download our publications.
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Practice Direction 7 of 2014 - Coronial Briefs
This docuemnt is a copy of Practice Direction 7 of 2014 - Coronial briefs pursuant to section 107 of the Coroners Act 2008.
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Practice Direction 8 of 2011 - Opening inquests into "police contact" deaths
This document is a copy of Practice Direction 8 of 2011 - Opening inquests into "police contact deaths.
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Practice Direction 9 of 2011 - Regional coroner referrals
This document is a copy of Practice Direction 9 of 2011 - Regional coroner referrals
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Practice Note 1 of 2024 - Pronunciation of Names and Forms of Address in Coronial Proceedings
The Coroners Court of Victoria recognises that the correct pronunciation of names and forms of address during court proceedings is a matter of respect and is an important component of ensuring public confidence in the proper administration of justice.
The State Coroner of Victoria has authorised the issue of the following Practice Note to:
(a) provide guidance on expectations for the correct pronunciation of names and forms of address in coronial proceedings; and
(b) facilitate a simple process by which families, interested parties and legal representatives can provide, and the Court can seek, clarification on correct pronunciation of names and appropriate forms of address.
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What happens now? - Arabic
This short brochure explains the things you need to know immediately after the death of a loved one is reported to the coroner.
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What happens now? - Dari
This short brochure explains the things you need to know immediately after the death of a loved one is reported to the coroner.
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What happens now? - Farsi
This short brochure explains the things you need to know immediately after the death of a loved one is reported to the coroner.
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What happens now? - Filipino
This short brochure explains the things you need to know immediately after the death of a loved one is reported to the coroner.
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What happens now? - Greek
This short brochure explains the things you need to know immediately after the death of a loved one is reported to the coroner.
Download “What happens now? - Greek”
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What happens now? - Hindi
This short brochure explains the things you need to know immediately after the death of a loved one is reported to the coroner.
Download “What happens now? - Hindi”