- The Crisafulli Government is delivering more officers to the frontline with 64 new constables joining the Queensland Police Service after graduating from the academy.
- Since Queenslanders voted for a fresh start at the election, more than 1200 new constables have been sworn in after police ranks thinned during Labor's decade of decline.
- The Crisafulli Government is restoring safety where you live, and delivering a fresh start to Queensland.
The Crisafulli Government is restoring safety where you live and rebuilding the police frontline after Labor's decade of decline, with 64 new officers graduating from the academy last night.
The officers will be stationed across Queensland to restore community safety and tackle Labor's Youth Crime Crisis.
Since the Crisafulli Government was elected to deliver a fresh start, 1,217 new constables have also been sworn in, demonstrating the Crisafulli Government's commitment to rebuilding the frontline after record attrition rates under the former Labor Government.
Data from the Queensland Police Service shows in 11 months following election, the police frontline has increased by 453 officers.
In stark contrast, Labor grew the frontline by just 174 officers in four years, despite endless promises and photo opportunities.
While Labor closed police beats, ignored regional staffing shortfalls and failed to deliver on its own recruitment targets, the Crisafulli Government is making Queensland safer with Adult Crime, Adult Time, more police, and a $147.9 million investment to equip officers with new tasers, body-worn cameras, radios, Tactical First Aid Kids and other vital equipment Labor failed to provide.
Minister for Police and Emergency Services Dan Purdie said the Crisafulli Government was delivering the fresh start Queenslanders voted for, exactly as promised.
"The Crisafulli Government is delivering on its commitment to rebuild the frontline and make Queensland safer," Minister Purdie said.
"Under Labor, police numbers went backwards, morale was low and communities were left to fend for themselves. We're changing that.
"Since coming to office, we've boosted the number of officers on the frontline, and that's just the beginning.
"We're investing in new recruits, new infrastructure and new resources right across the State.
"Each one of these new constables has earned the badge they'll wear with pride, and they'll be backed every step of the way by this Government.
"While we are seeing crime down and victim numbers down, there is much more to be done to make Queensland safer, and we remain committed to delivering the fresh start we promised."
Commissioner of Police Steve Gollschewski congratulated the new officers and welcomed them to the Service.
"Each of our newest constables have demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment throughout their training," Commissioner Gollschewski said.
"They share a common drive to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, while upholding the values of the Service.
"As they begin their careers, I commend their dedication to building a stronger, safer Queensland and serving the communities that need them most."
