All CTTT hearings are sound recorded so far as possible.  Digital sound recording is used in most hearing venues.

Parties can request a copy of the sound recording of their hearing. 

Parties can also request a transcript of the proceedings which is prepared from the sound recording.

Note: Only hearings conducted before a Tribunal Member are sound recorded.  Conciliation and mediation are not sound recorded as they are a private and confidential process.

Requesting a sound recording

To order a sound recording of your hearing, complete the sound recording request form and pay the appropriate fee. 

Download the Sound recording or transcript request form (PDF size: 139kb).

Sound recordings are charged at cost.  This means the costs are directly incurred by the CTTT and are passed on to the requesting party.  Pensioner and concession discounts are not applicable.

Fees and preparation times for sound recording requests:

Standard (10 working days)	$24.00 per CD
Urgent (5–7 working days)	$66.00 per CD

The average hearing time per CD is approximately 80 minutes.  The complete sound recording will be made available upon receipt of any outstanding balance.

Sound recordings are provided on a standard CD that can be played on any CD player.

Who can request a sound recording?

Sound recordings can only be requested by a party to the proceedings or their appointed representative.

Requesting a transcript

A transcript is a written record of what was said during the hearing.  To request the transcript of your hearing, you must complete the transcript request form.

Download the Sound recording or transcript request form (PDF size: 139kb).

Transcripts are prepared by an independent transcription service and are charged at cost. The estimated cost for a transcript is $300.00 per hour of hearing time.  An initial deposit of $2,000.00 must be paid before the transcript is ordered. 

The general turnaround time for a transcript is approximately 3 weeks from the date of the request.  You will be advised of any outstanding amount payable or refund due before the transcript is provided to you. 

Who can request a transcript?

Transcripts can only be requested by a party to the proceedings or their appointed representative.