QPS invests in community safety with opening of new Dayboro Police Station
Published Saturday, 28 September, 2024 at 03:15 PM
Minister for Police and Community Safety
The Honourable Mark Ryan
- The Minister for Police and Community Safety, the Hon. Mark Ryan MP, has officially opened the new Dayboro Police Station, representing a $7.35 million investment into the community.
- The new station will serve over 8,500 residents across 400 square kilometres.
- The station enables QPS to improve community safety across the region.
The Minister for Police and Community Safety, the Hon. Mark Ryan MP, and the Acting Commissioner for Police, Shane Chelepy, have today officially opened the newly constructed Dayboro Police Station, representing a significant investment in enhancing police services and community safety across the state.
The new $7.35 million Dayboro Police Station is designed to meet the growing demands of the Dayboro community. The station will accommodate eight general duties officers, an officer in charge and one administration officer, ensuring the station will continue to effectively serve the community.
The station services an area spanning approximately 400 square kilometres, covering key locations such as Dayboro, King Scrub, Ocean View, Mount Pleasant, Laceys Creek, Samsonvale, Kobble Creek, Mount Samson, Cedar Creek and sections of Clear Mountain, Cashmere and Kurwongbah.
The previous Dayboro Police Station was built in 1961, replacing the original structure, which dated back to 1911. Today’s opening marks a new chapter in the station’s history, providing state-of-the-art facilities to assist officers in their vital work.
The opening of the new station highlights the QPS’ focus on providing modern, well-resourced policing infrastructure to meet the needs of growing communities across the state.
Quotes attributable to Minister Mark Ryan:
“The opening of this new police station reflects the Miles Government’s dedication to enhancing public safety and fostering stronger relationships between law enforcement and the community.
“Investing in our police infrastructure is an investment in our community’s future.
“This station stands as a testament to our collective efforts to build a stronger, safer Dayboro.”
Quotes attributable to Pine Rivers MP, Nikki Boyd:
“The Miles Government is doing what matters for the safety of our community by delivering a new $7.35 million state-of-the-art police station at Dayboro.
“We live in one of Queensland’s fastest growing regions and that’s why the Dayboro station has been designed to meet policing needs now and into the future.
“This is yet another example of the Miles Government backing frontline police with modern facilities and supporting our commitment to safer Queensland communities.”
Quotes attributable to Acting Commissioner Shane Chelepy:
“Building a contemporary police station with feedback from the Dayboro locals attests to our commitment to putting the community first.
“Having a state-of-the-art facility with a custom fit out helps support our frontline police perform their daily duties.
“Our officers are incredibly proud to serve the Dayboro community to help ensure they keep safe and feel safe.”