Australia to send extra police to Papua New Guinea


Australia will send up to 50 police officers to Papua New Guinea by the end of the year to help tackle the country's growing law and order problem. Papua New Guineans will also enjoy ''passenger lane'' status - currently shared by Australian and New Zealand travellers - at Brisbane and Cairns airport from September. Australian … Continue reading Australia to send extra police to Papua New Guinea

Australia: Hundreds to go in Queensland police shake-up


The biggest overhaul of Queensland police since the infamous Fitzgerald inquiry will remove more than 100 senior officers and scrap regional offices in some areas of the state. Police Commissioner Ian Stewart, who was installed in the job last November, today announced the restructure of the service in a bid to cut bureaucracy and boost … Continue reading Australia: Hundreds to go in Queensland police shake-up

National Audit Of Police Capabilities (2009)


The Minister for Home Affairs, Bob Debus, today announced the appointment of Roger Beale AO to conduct a Federal Audit of Police Capabilities in line with the Government’s election commitment. “The Australian Federal Police have had to meet increasing demands in recent years and it’s important we take a comprehensive look at its resources and … Continue reading National Audit Of Police Capabilities (2009)