Minister for Police and Minister for Corrective Services, Mark Ryan and Commissioner Stewart yesterday welcomed 76 new police officers to the Queensland Police Service, in an induction ceremony held at the QPS Academy, Oxley campus.
Graduating as First Year Constables, the new officers have completed 25 weeks of intensive training, preparing them for their new roles serving the community.
Mr Ryan said police perform a vital role in the maintenance of law and order, and public safety.
And says they will help to create a safe environment for residents and visitors, working in partnership with local communities and other government agencies around Queensland.