79 new officers welcomed to the Queensland Police Service

Commissioner Katarina Carroll and Ms Jess Pugh MP, Member for Mount Ommaney, today joined in congratulating 79 new officers for joining the Queensland Police Service (QPS).

The recruits took their oath of service in the early morning light at the Oxley Academy, vowing to serve the Queensland community.

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 Carroll wished new officers well in their new careers, beginning all throughout the state.

“The role of police within our…