79 new officers have joined the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and eight of them will be assigned to the Logan District.
The recruits took their oath of service Wednesday at the Oxley Academy, vowing to serve the Queensland community.
Police graduates (Photo: QPS)
The graduation marks the end of a modified training program for the QPS’ newest members amidst COVID-Safe requirements.
The officers will soon begin a 12-month station-based training program as First Year Constables (FYCs), which will take them through a range of real-world scenarios in policing.
Commissioner Katarina Carroll wished new officers well in their new careers, beginning all throughout the state.
“The role of police within our community is a unique one which requires a range of skills including empathy, communication and physical skills.
“These 79 officers have completed an intensive program to have come this far, and their training is not yet complete.
Mount Ommaney MP Jess Pugh offered the new FYCs her congratulations on behalf of the Queensland community.
“Congratulations and welcome to these new officers who will be valuable additions to the Queensland Police Service,” she said.
Police graduates sign up (Photo: QPS)
“Two of the words adorning the shoulders of these new Constables are ‘honour’ and ‘service’, and these words will guide them throughout their new careers as police officers.
“Through the challenges these officers confront in their upcoming roles, ‘honour’ and ‘service’ will be the cornerstones of their tenure as they serve the people of Queensland.
“I congratulate and thank each and every one of our newest police officers for standing up to honour and serve their fellow Queenslanders.”
The latest round of FYCs will be deployed in the Logan District in the following stations:
Beenleigh Station 2
Crestmead Station 2
Jimboomba Station 1
Logan Central Station 2
Loganholme Station 1
