Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk was joined by Police Minster Mark Ryan, Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll and Nicklin MP Rob Skelton to officially open the new $8.3 million Nambour Police Station on Monday while in town for the government’s Community Cabinet.
The new facility will house the Nambour Police Station as well as the Highway Patrol Group, Sunshine Coast Forensic Crash Unit, Sunshine Coast District Criminal Investigation Branch, Sunshine Coast District Child Protection Investigation Unit and the Sunshine Coast District Intelligence Unit.
It will be staffed with 30 sworn police officers and resourced with six marked police vehicles, two unmarked crime services vehicles and two forensic crash vehicles with drone capability.
The Premier said the new station demonstrated the continued commitment of the Queensland Government and the Queensland Police Service to deliver world-class police facilities to help keep communities safe.
“Our police service is first-rate and we need to ensure they have the best facilities and resources in their communities to ensure Queenslanders can continue to enjoy the lifestyle we have come to expect,” she said.
“This is a multi-million investment from my government for the Nambour community which means they now have a fantastic policing resource right here on their doorstep.
Mr Ryan said the government’s ongoing commitment to the community was made clear in last month’s budget.
“This included a record $23.6 billion investment in health as its centrepiece as well as record expenditure for police,” Mr Ryan said.
“The $3 billion-plus police budget includes more than 20 upgrades or new builds across the state.”
“The Sunshine Coast is well known for being a beautiful place to live and work, so it is no surprise that the region has seen growth in residents and tourists flocking to the area,” Commissioner Carroll said.
“This new station has been built fit for purpose and will deliver professional policing services to meet the complex demands of a dynamic, diverse and thriving community.”
Queensland Police Union president Ian Leavers said it was crucial to have modern facilities and equipment for police to perform at their best.
“The Sunshine Coast is one of our busiest regions and the new, up-to-date facilities at Nambour will play a key role in ensuring the safety of residents, businesses and visitors,’’ Mr Leavers said.
“The investment from the Government is welcome support for our dedicated officers.’’
