Queensland’s frontline police force is growing stronger by the day—literally. In just the first 200 days of the Crisafulli Government, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) has welcomed 240 new officers to the front lines. That’s a net increase of one officer per day—a result that marks a sharp turnaround from previous years.
For the first time in over two and a half years, QPS has recorded its lowest unplanned attrition rate, now sitting at under 3%. This means fewer officers are leaving the job unexpectedly, a sign that more are choosing to stay thanks to better support, stronger leadership, and renewed morale.
By comparison, under the previous Labor Government, the entire police force grew by only 174 officers across four full financial years—an average of just 43 officers per year. In contrast, the Crisafulli Government has exceeded that number in less than seven months.
Frontline officers were leaving “in droves” under the previous administration, often citing burnout, lack of support, and the strain of confronting Queensland’s growing youth crime crisis without adequate resources.
Now, that tide is turning.
The Crisafulli Government is:
- Delivering tough new laws like Adult Crime, Adult Time, Jack’s Law, and DV reforms
- Making the Youth Crime Taskforce permanent
- Tripling the size of the State Flying Squad
- Investing in police mental health support
- Launching high-visibility crime operations targeting hotspots
These changes are not just words—they’re making a measurable difference on the streets.
In a show of renewed strength and recruitment, Queensland recently celebrated the largest police graduation in over three decades. Hundreds more recruits are now in training, and thousands are in the recruitment pipeline.
Police Minister Dan Purdie, himself a former frontline officer, says the momentum reflects a government that understands what the job really takes.
“In just 200 days, we’ve done more to grow and support our police force than Labor did in four years. We are giving our officers the backing they’ve been asking for—and the tools they need to protect Queenslanders,” Minister Purdie said.
With six former police officers now part of the Crisafulli Government—bringing a combined 168 years of experience—decisions are being made by leaders who’ve walked the beat themselves.
“We’re committed to making policing an attractive, long-term career again,” Minister Purdie added. “Our QPS 100-Day Review and legislative reforms are just the beginning.”
Key Stats at a Glance:
- +240 officers added in 200 days
- Attrition rate under 3% – lowest in 2.5 years
- Largest police graduation in 33 years
- Thousands of new applicants in the recruitment pipeline
With stronger leadership, practical reforms, and real investment in people and policing, the message is clear: Queensland’s frontline is growing—and so is its resolve to keep communities safe.
