The Age ·general ·2 hours ago

Police stations won’t reopen despite a $62 million recruitment boost

Victoria Police Chief Mike Bush announced that local police stations will not reopen despite a $62 million initiative to rehire 200 retired officers. Bush emphasized that officers will focus on community engagement rather than clerical tasks. The state has seen a drop of 728 officers since June 2024, highlighting ongoing staffing challenges in the force.

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