The Crisafulli Government is expanding its crackdown on property crime in Far North Queensland, announcing a new dedicated Property Crime Unit for the Tablelands.
The new Tablelands Property Crime Unit is part of the Government’s broader commitment to restoring community safety and strengthening frontline policing. It follows the strong results delivered by the Cairns-based unit, which has played a key role in disrupting serious property offending across the region.
By expanding this specialist capability, the Government aims to ensure police resources are strategically placed where they can have the greatest impact targeting repeat offenders, stolen vehicles, and serious property crime.
The Cairns Property Crime Unit has delivered significant outcomes since its establishment. In 2025 alone, the unit recorded:
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1,122 arrests
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4,866 charges
Across the broader Far Northern Region, since 1 January 2025:
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1,229 people have been charged
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5,341 property crime-related offences have been laid
So far in 2026, the unit has charged 107 people with 475 offences, demonstrating continued momentum in tackling property crime.
These results reflect a coordinated policing approach, with specialised detectives and plain-clothes officers working alongside the Far North Tactical Crime Squad, Far North Dog Squad, general duties police, and POLAIR.
The Government has also emphasised its broader strategy of introducing stronger laws, increasing police numbers, and investing in rehabilitation and early intervention initiatives aimed at addressing repeat youth offending.
The addition of the Tablelands Property Crime Unit marks a significant expansion of specialist policing in Far North Queensland. By targeting repeat offenders and serious property crime with dedicated resources, the Government says it is delivering practical action to restore safety and confidence in local communities.
As these units continue to operate and expand, residents across the Tablelands and wider Far North region can expect a sustained focus on disrupting crime, holding offenders accountable, and strengthening frontline policing where it matters most.
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