1,600 new police recruits to make Queensland safer

Premier David Crisafulli said we were giving police the tools and the resources they need to restore safety where you live. 

“1600 new police, straight to the frontline to help make Queensland safer,” Premier Crisafulli said. 

“This is a big boost to the blue line and it’s only going to get bigger as we continue to deliver more police.  

“We'll continue backing our officers to help restore safety where you live.” 

Minister for Police and Emergency Services Dan Purdie said the graduation demonstrated the Crisafulli Government’s commitment to backing police and rebuilding the frontline after Labor’s decade of decline. 

“These officers are already on the ground in communities where crime spiralled out of control under the former Labor Government - who ignored victims and denied there was even a Youth Crime Crisis,” Minister Purdie said. 

“We’re giving police the resources they need, after officers left the service in droves during Labor’s decade of decline.”

Queensland Police Acting Commissioner Brett Pointing said the 1,600 recruits milestone was great for Queensland and the Queensland Police Service.  

“This achievement highlights our commitment to bolstering the Service, supporting our frontline officers and strengthening community safety across the state,” Acting Commissioner Pointing said.  

“These new officers bring fresh ideas, a wide range of abilities from varied backgrounds, echoing the diversity found in the communities they serve.  

“From bustling cities to outback towns, their presence and support on the frontline are crucial in keeping Queensland safe for residents and visitors alike.” 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 

This week’s graduating cohort includes officers aged 24 to 52, with backgrounds spanning policing, teaching, Defence, and prison officers, and hailing from countries across the world, including England, Scotland and Wales.