Tasmania Police has welcomed 15 new constables into its ranks today, with recruit course 2/2026 officially graduating from the Tasmania Police Academy.
Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management, Felix Ellis congratulated the new constables.
"These new graduates have completed an intensive 28-week course to successfully reach graduation day and achieve their dream of becoming a police officer," Minister Ellis said.
"After honing their policing skills, our new constables will jump straight into our 24-hour Police stations and boost our frontline.
"From baristas to project managers, our new graduates have come from all walks of life, bringing valuable perspectives that reflect the community they will serve."
Minister Ellis said the Tasmanian Government is backing our officers to deal with increasingly complex and unpredictable situations, with a 12-month trial of tasers for frontline police now underway.
"Our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's future is ensuring our police have the right tools to keep both the community and officers safe," Minister Ellis said.
"We are building an even safer community with Tasmania Police commencing a 12-month trial of tasers for frontline police, bringing our State into line with all other Australian jurisdictions.
"The trial involves a cohort of up to 110 officers across the State, with approximately 70 having already completed the training.
"Our taser trial complements our rollout of metal detection wands, which is helping to detect weapons in our community before they lead to tragedy.
"Our police on the beat put their lives on the line every day they go to work, and these investments will give them greater confidence to go about their day - and keep Tasmanians safe."
