New Bega Police Station set to open later this | Australian Markets

Construction of the new $23 million Bega Police station is in its remaining phases with the building anticipated to be operational and open to the public within the second half of this yr.

Today, Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley and Member for Bega Dr Michael Holland will be a part of police to examine the positioning and supply an replace on the recommencement of works.

The new station shall be a state-of-the-art facility, offering officers with the infrastructure and assets required to proceed their important work of combating crime and holding the group secure.

Once open, the new double storey Bega Police Station shall be a central useful resource for police within the Bega Valley Shire and surrounds.

The building will accommodate 38 officers together with common duties and specialist groups akin to detectives, home violence officers, Traffic and Highway Patrol officers and Forensic Evidence & Technical Services officers.

Other options will embody a public entrance counter, custody space with two cells and three docks, a detective’s space and activity power room, command and administration workplaces, storage space for displays and workers facilities, lockers and a meal room.

Construction started in 2022 nevertheless the contractor entered voluntary administration in 2024. The works have been re-tendered and a new contractor – Patterson Building Group – was appointed in late 2024.

Work re-commenced earlier this yr and pending no additional delays, the station is anticipated to be operational and open to the public in September.

Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley mentioned:

“The new Bega Police Station is critical to ensuring local officers and specialist units continue to keep the community safe and drive down crime.

“I want to thank the community and police for their patience during construction. Unforeseen delays have meant the station will open later than first anticipated

“Our police go above and beyond to serve their local community. It is our job to ensure they have the infrastructure, resources and support to get the job done and that’s exactly what the Minns Labor Government is doing.”

Member for Bega Dr Michael Holland mentioned:

“It is an honour to have the Minister for Police and Counter Terrorism, Yasmin Catley, here in Bega to inspect the work on the new Bega Police Station.

“The new facility will provide modern infrastructure and amenities to resource our police officers who ensure safety and security for the people of the Bega Valley.

“The residents look forward to welcoming the Minister again at the opening in the near future.”

NSW Police Assistant Commissioner Joe Cassar APM Southern Region Commander mentioned:

“This new fit-for-purpose police station in Bega will be a central operating point for general duties, detectives, traffic and highway patrol and crime scene officers.

“The South Coast Police District, like every policing area across the state, has its own distinctive challenges to respond to.

“This modern, state-of-the-art facility will provide our officers with the technology and facilities they need to best serve the local community and its future needs.”

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