The Minns Labor Government has today officially opened the newly upgraded Blayney Police Station, following a $2.05 million investment to modernise the facility and support frontline officers with fit-for-purpose infrastructure to continue their important work keeping the community safe.
Originally built in 1975, the Blayney Police Station has now been brought into the 21st century with substantial internal refurbishments, improved security features and enhanced amenities for officers working in the region.
Key features of the completed upgrade include:
- A new secure gun storage and cleaning room;
- Upgraded security system and new front security gates;
- Refurbished muster room, interview room, and public-facing foyer; and
- Improved bathroom and kitchenette facilities.
The modernisation works began in March 2025 and have now been finalised.
The station is home to general duties police and rural crime investigators and is a resource for other specialist police when required. The NSW Police Force Rural Crime Prevention Team was created to prevent, disrupt, and respond to crimes that impact specifically on the agricultural, pastoral and aquaculture industries.
When not based at the station, officers are out in the field in vehicles, on patrol and ready to respond quickly to calls for assistance.
This investment builds on the Minns Labor Government's ongoing work to deliver better frontline services, support the NSWPF and keep the community safe.
The former Liberal-National Government had no plan for police recruitment, no plan for police retention and sent wages backwards for 12 years. As a result, thousands of experienced officers left the force.
We know we have a long way to go, but we are working hard to turn that around by:
- Securing a historic pay rise for officers;
- Paying recruits to train, resulting in applications to join the NSWPF soaring by 70 per cent;
- Creating a pathway for recruits to serve in or near their hometown after attesting at the Goulburn Police Academy;
- Establishing the Professional Mobility Program for serving officers across Australia and New Zealand to join the NSWPF and keep their equivalent rank up to Senior Constable; and
- Introducing the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Command to better look after the mental and physical health of officers.
Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism, Yasmin Catley said:
"This $2 million upgrade is about giving Blayney's police the facilities they need to do their job well and to meet the demands of modern policing."
"Officers working in regional communities like Blayney face unique pressures and they deserve infrastructure that supports them, not holds them back."
"Our police show up every day to protect and serve, often in challenging and unpredictable situations. The Minns Labor Government is backing them with the resources, technology and support they need to do their job and keep our communities safe."
"We've introduced paid training, delivered a historic pay rise, and created new career pathways - and it's working. Applications to join the NSW Police Force are up by 70 per cent, and we're continuing to build momentum."
Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland APM, Western Region Commander said:
"The upgrades to the police station will help police as they serve the Blayney and surrounding community."
"These refurbishments have modernised this regional police station, making it fit-for-purpose for policing requirements in Blayney."
"Enhancements include an upgraded security system, refurbished muster room, amenities and foyer, as well as a new gun storage facility."
"The station is will now operate as a central regional point for general duties, rural crime investigators and, when required, for other specialist resources."
