Queensland Police Service (QPS) welcomed 118 new officers at a graduation ceremony last night, bringing the total number of officers sworn-in during 2025 to almost 1,200.
This marks the second consecutive year of record-breaking police recruitment, reflecting the Service's dedication to strengthening community safety.
The newest graduates join more than 1,000 First Year Constables (FYCs) sworn into the Service this year.
One final cohort will graduate later this month, further boosting the Service's capacity.
In a standout year, QPS academies have trained an extraordinary number of recruits, hosted unprecedented attendance at annual Open Day events in Brisbane and Townsville, and celebrated the largest graduating cohort in 33 years earlier this year.
The latest graduates, aged 18 to 54, bring diverse career and cultural backgrounds, fresh perspectives and a shared desire to serve.
They include school leavers, university graduates, and individuals transitioning from careers including nursing, education, social work, defence, and hospitality.
Commissioner of Police, Steve Gollschewski APM, welcomed the newest officers, reflecting on the pursuit of a career with purpose.
"I am incredibly proud of each of these new graduates. Their commitment and character will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the communities they serve," Commissioner Gollschewski said.
"They share a passion for making a meaningful difference in people's lives and a commitment to building a stronger, safer Queensland.
"I wish them every success as they embark on their careers, playing a vital role in protecting and supporting Queenslanders, from vibrant cities to regional towns across the state.
For Constable Jorja Whitney, who will commence her policing career in Ayr, North Queensland, a visit to QPS Open Day in Townsville was the final piece of the career puzzle.
"I felt inspired by the career opportunities within the QPS and gaining valuable insights from women working in specialist policing roles, such as Scenes of Crime and Forensic Crash Unit," Constable Whitney said.
"Their encouragement helped me realise this is how I want to help people, and they showed me a pathway to putting my studies in Psychological Science to work."
School-leaver, Constable Lachlan Doran, pursued his lifelong goal to wear the badge and will now return to serve in his local Bundaberg community.
"The Academy has been one of the best experiences of my life where I built lifelong friends, met inspiring mentors, and thoroughly enjoyed the training program," Constable Doran said.
"I also took every opportunity to attend community service events which were a fantastic way to get to know people on a deeper level, understand their challenges and be there to support them."
Constable Doran was presented with the Community Service Award for exceptional dedication to youth activities, public safety, and community service, as well as the Traffic Award for excelling in traffic studies and driver training.
Former Maritime Warfare Officer and Justice student, Constable Max Crabbe, will serve the Atherton community in Queensland's Far North.
"Both my parents are police officers and a big inspiration to me. It's important to me to take up that legacy and carry on the hard work they have done, serving Queensland for the past 40 years," Constable Crabbe said.
"I have always pursued a career that is unique where I can actively help my community. Policing offers that through so much variety within the one career which is why it's unlike any other job."
This intake of FYCs will be deployed throughout Queensland in the following stations:
A career with the Queensland Police Service offers diverse roles, unique challenges, and the chance to make a real difference every day. From emergency response and crime prevention to community engagement and public safety, no two days are ever the same.
From our bustling cities to remote towns and pristine coastline, policing in Queensland offers a career and lifestyle as diverse as the communities you'll serve.
Looking for a career that stands for more? Stand with us in a challenging and rewarding career. Visit policerecruit.qld.gov.au to apply now.
