The Minns Labor Government is continuing its mission to build a safer New South Wales and crack down on crime, with the official reopening of the historic Kiama Police Station today.
Following the temporary closure of the station from 27 April to 2 September 2025 to undergo works, today marks another step in building community confidence and giving police the tools they need to keep people safe.
Works include essential roof and interior repairs, including the replacement of roof sheets and guttering, the removal of damaged skylights, mould remediation, repainting and new carpeting.
Kiama will continue to be serviced 24-hours a day by the Lake Illawarra Police District with officers patrolling in fully equipped police vehicles that function as mobile police stations.
These patrols ensure round-the-clock coverage for the community and surrounding areas, backed by specialist units and intelligence-based deployments as needed.
This investment in Kiama is part of the Minns Labor Government's broader plan to rebuild the NSW Police Force and strengthen policing across the state.
After more than a decade of neglect, we're focused on delivering the resources, support and reforms needed to attract new recruits, retain experienced officers and give police the tools they need to keep communities safe.
The former Liberal-National Government had no plan for police recruitment, no plan for police retention and sent wages backwards for more than a decade. Thousands of experienced officers left the force as a result.
We are working hard to rebuild the NSWPF and create safer communities. While there is more to do, that work includes:
- Delivering a once-in-a-generation pay rise for police officers
- Establishing an historic scheme to pay recruits to train, resulting in a 70 per cent increase in applications to join the NSWPF
- Establishing the Be a Cop in Your Hometown program
- Establishing the Professional Mobility Program to incentivise experienced officers from interstate and New Zealand to join the NSWPF.
Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley said:
"The Kiama Police Station has stood the test of time and remains a much-loved part of this beautiful town.
"Face-to-face interaction with police is important for many people, and this building provides just that. It stands as a place of connection for the community and complements the outstanding work of officers across the Lake Illawarra Police District.
"The Minns Labor Government is committed to backing our police with the safe workplaces, facilities and resources they need to keep communities right across the South Coast safe."
Member-elect for Kiama Katelin McInerney said:
"The Kiama Police Station is part of the fabric of our town, and it's fantastic to see this historic building back open and serving the community.
"These works mean our local police have a safe and clean workplace, and our community continues to have a welcoming, accessible point of contact."
