PORT Stephens Hunter Police District welcomed seven new probationary constables last week, who will be stationed at Maitland and Port Stephens police stations.
The new recruits were officially welcomed into the NSW Police Force at the Goulburn Police Academy last month.
The class of 314 officers was the largest in 13 years, delivering a significant boost to frontline policing across the state.
The seven new officers began duties in Maitland last Monday and will now undertake 12 months of on-the-job training as probationary constables.
“I welcome our new probationary constables to Port Stephens, thank them for their dedication to keeping our community safe and wish them well in their careers,” Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington said.
“These new recruits will make a real difference on the ground in Port Stephens.”
Member for Maitland Jenny Aitchison said the new recruits will play an important role in delivering “safer streets and stronger communities” in the Hunter.
“I’m grateful for their decision to put on the uniform and dedicate themselves to serving and protecting the people of Maitland and the wider command.
”I was so pleased to hear that many of the recruits are from the Hunter region, and following their training have returned home for placement.
“I look forward to supporting them in their work and seeing the contribution they’ll make to our community.”
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