The NSW Police Force will welcome 169 new probationary constables when Class 362 attests at the Goulburn Police Academy today (Friday 21 June 2024).
Student Police Officers from Class 362 will be the first to attest having been fully paid to study as part of their training. The students will attest with the rank of probationary constable.
Her Excellency, The Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales, Premier of NSW, the Honourable Chris Minns MP and Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism, the Honourable Yasmin Catley MP, will join NSW Police Commissioner, Karen Webb APM to welcome the recruits, who will next week be deployed to police stations across the state.
The attestation parade will also honour recipients of awards, including NSW Police Inspector Amy Scott who will be recognised for her brave actions at Bondi Junction on Saturday 13 of April 2024. Inspector Scott will receive a Commissioner's Valour Award, for displaying exceptional bravery in a life-threatening situation.
NSW Premier Chris Minns has commended Inspector Scott.
"She has been rightly labelled a hero. She was calm, decisive, and as a result she saved many lives."
"She gives us all an example of what we ask of our police, many of whom are young, to walk into terrible situations as an ordinary part of their job.
"And if there was an emergency tomorrow, we'd ask them to do it all over again.?Because the truth is, we don't have a choice.
"Congratulations to the 169 probationary officers graduating today. You have dedicated your lives to keeping the people of NSW safe. It is the very best definition of public service."
NSW Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley has welcomed the new officers.
"Congratulations to all 169 Probationary Constables on the dedication and professionalism you have shown throughout your training.
"Today marks the start of an unwavering commitment to make a difference to the people of NSW. I wish you all a rich and rewarding career with the NSW Police Force.
"This is a Government that backs our police 100 per cent. I have made it my personal mission, alongside Commissioner Webb, to make the NSWPF the best place to work in NSW.
"We are paying recruits to study and have announced a suite of recruitment measures aimed at filling the 1,500 plus vacancies we are carrying."
NSW Police Commissioner, Karen Webb APM congratulated the new probationary constables.
"To wear the uniform and serve the people of NSW is a great honour. I know full well the sense of pride and satisfaction you are feeling today.
"Policing is a job like no other, which takes special people, and I wish you all the very best in what will be an extremely rewarding career."
FACTS AND FIGURES ABOUT CLASS 360
A total of 169 recruits are being sworn in today. The class comprises 122 men and 47 women.
The students will attest with the rank of probationary constable. Recruits will report to their stations for work from Monday 24 June 2024.
They will then complete 12 months' on-the-job training and study by distance education with Charles Sturt University.
They officially graduate with an Associate Degree in Policing Practice once they have passed all academic and operation standards. The officers will then be confirmed to the rank of constable.
While many recruits are Australian-born, this year the graduating cohort is also made up of students from diverse backgrounds. 142 were born in Australia and 27 were born overseas. Their countries of origin include England, Brazil, Afghanistan, Iraq, Thailand, Philippines, Sweden, USA, Croatia, South Korea, Ireland, Fiji, New Zealand, Vietnam, China and Poland.
Seven recruits are indigenous.
Class 362 comprises of ages:
- 18-20 – 33
- 21-25 – 83
- 26-30 – 30
- 31-35 – 12
- 36-40 – 8
- Over 40 – 3
Eight recruits will also receive awards for outstanding academic, physical, marksmanship and practical policing achievements.
ATTESTATION – Police Area Command & Police District Allocations
CENTRAL METROPOLITAN REGION – 43
Eastern Suburbs PAC – 6
Kings Cross PAC – 8
Leichhardt PAC – 9
South Sydney PAC – 6
St George PAC – 3
Surry Hills PAC – 6
Sutherland Shire PAC – 4
Sydney City PAC – 1
NORTH WEST METROPOLITAN REGION – 34
Blacktown PAC – 2
Hawkesbury PAC – 2
Kuring Gai PAC – 5
Mt Druitt PAC – 4
Nepean PAC – 4
North Shore PAC – 5
Northern Beaches PAC – 3
Parramatta PAC – 2
Riverstone PAC – 3
Ryde PAC – 3
The Hills PAC – 1
SOUTH WEST METROPOLITAN REGION – 35
Auburn PAC – 3
Bankstown PAC – 5
Burwood PAC – 5
Campden - 2
Campbelltown City PAC – 5
Campsie PAC – 3
Cumberland PAC – 4
Fairfield City PAC – 4
Liverpool City PAC – 4
NORTHERN REGION – 22
Brisbane Water PD – 2
Coffs/Clarence PD – 4
Hunter Valley PD – 3
Lake Macquarie PD – 3
Manning/Great Lakes PD – 1
Mid North Coast PD – 2
Newcastle City PD – 1
Port Stephens-Hunter PD – 1
Richmond PD – 2
Tuggerah Lakes PD – 1
Tweed/Byron PD – 2
SOUTHERN REGION – 18
Lake Illawarra PD – 4
Monaro PD – 1
Murray River PD – 4
Murrumbidgee PD – 1
Riverina PD – 1
South Coast PD – 4
The Hume PD – 2
Wollongong - 1
WESTERN REGION – 17
Central West PD – 3
Chifley PD – 3
New England PD – 5
Orana Mid-Western PD – 3
Oxley PD – 3
TOTAL ALLOCATIONS – 169
