The long-awaited Moama Police Station build reached a significant milestone today, with the first sod to be turned on site, officially marking the start of construction.
The $7.9 million station is set to bolster police capabilities and community safety in the growing Murray River region.
The state-of-the-art facility is being built on the corner of the Cobb Highway and Francis Street and will be a central regional policing hub for the entire district.
“This new fit-for-purpose Moama police station provides a more centralised location for officers to be deployed across the district with improved capacity, in turn improving response times,” said Southern Region Commander, NSW Police Assistant Commissioner Joe Cassar APM.
“We know the population in and around Moama is growing and the current police station is no longer fit for purpose. This modern station will be fitted with the most up to date technology, which means we are better able to serve the local community and its future needs.”
The station will be fitted with modern technology and facilities to support local officers to better serve the district and drive down crime.
The new Moama Police Station will include:
- Public front counter
- Custody area
- Command and administration offices
- Highway Patrol and Crime Management Unit areas
- Detectives area and Task Force room
- Specialist teams, including Police Prosecutors, and Emergency Management
- Storage areas for exhibits and investigation materials
- Vehicle parking for first responders and Highway Patrol
- General Duty & Duty Rooms
- Meeting/conference areas
- Staff amenities, including meal rooms, lockers, and other facilities.
“Our police officers do incredible work keeping our communities safe and this new station will provide them with the modern facilities and resources they need to continue this important work,” said Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism, Yasmin Catley.
“As Moama and the surrounding regions continue to grow, it’s important that our police have the infrastructure to keep up with the increased demand for services.
“The new station will bolster the capability of local police to respond to and drive down crime.”
The new station is scheduled to be completed in early 2026.
