Get ready, Toowoomba – Queensland Police Service (QPS) is hosting an action-packed Community Safety and Career Expo at Toowoomba TAFE Oval on Saturday, May 31 from 9am to midday.
This free, family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity for the public to connect with local police and partner agencies, discover community safety initiatives and explore exciting career pathways in policing and other emergency services.
Visitors can get up close with cutting-edge equipment and vehicles, experience interactive displays from specialist police units, and attend engaging seminars on safety and careers - plus much more.
Darling Downs District Officer, Superintendent Douglas McDonald, said the expo was returning to Toowoomba after a tremendous community response in 2024, bringing visitors from as far as Warwick and the Gold Coast.
"This is a fun and informative event that brings the community together to connect with Queensland police and our emergency service colleagues," Superintendent McDonald said.
"Police officers experience many roles throughout the course of their careers and this expo is a unique opportunity to learn about the work of our specialist units, including Tactical Crime Squad, Stock Squad, Water Police and our Public Safety Response Team.
"For those interested in a career with the Queensland Police Service we'll have police recruits available to answer questions about life at the academy and the application process.
Visitors can learn more about personal safety at home and in the community by attending a seminar presented by our District Crime Prevention Coordinators or by visiting the Volunteers in Policing team at the Mobile Police Beat van for information and resources.
"Whether you're considering a career change or looking for a fun and informative day out, there will be something for everyone at this event."
Visitors can look forward to seeing teams from QPS Highway Patrol and Mounted Unit, along with Queensland Ambulance Service, State Emergency Service (SES), and many more emergency service teams in action.
Event details
Toowoomba Community Safety and Career Expo
When: Friday 31 May 2025
Time: 9am - 12pm
Location: Toowoomba TAFE Oval, 100 Bridge Street
Register: Via Eventbrite
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