123 new Queensland Police officers sworn-in

One hundred and 23 new constables have been sworn into the Queensland Police Service overnight, with the newest recruit aged between 18 and 51.

The new officers will immediately begin serving communities right across the State, from Brisbane, Logan and the Gold Coast to Townsville, Cairns, Mount Isa, the Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay and the Darling Downs. 

This intake reflects Queensland’s diversity and strength, with recruits bringing experience from a wide range of careers including defence personnel, an Olympian, firefighters, nurses, tradies and teachers. 

Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Dan Purdie said the graduation demonstrated the Government’s unwavering commitment to rebuilding frontline policing.

“Last night, 123 new constables have stepped forward to serve and protect Queenslanders, and restore safety where you live,” Minister Purdie said. 

“We are now just 39 officers away from fulfilling our promise of 1,600 new police, and we will not stop until Queensland has the strong, properly resourced Police Service it deserves. 

“The former Labor Government oversaw record attrition rates with hundreds of police leaving the job each year due to burnout and lack of support. 

“I’m pleased to say that we have turned that around with attrition now at a five-year low of 2.6%.” 

Recently appointed Queensland Police Service Acting Commissioner Brett Pointing congratulated the new officers and welcomed them to the Service. 

“Our newest officers’ diverse backgrounds will strengthen our ability to serve the community,” Commissioner Pointing said. 

“A career in policing is more than a job; it’s a calling to protect and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Queenslanders. 

“Our new officers have the opportunity to truly connect with their community and build lasting relationships.” 

The recruits will be deployed across all policing regions, including: 

• 25 officers in Brisbane, 

• 23 in the Northern Region including Townsville and Mount Isa, 

• 18 in Logan and the Gold Coast, and  

• 17 in Far North Queensland including Cairns, Innisfail and Thursday Island.