New Burleigh Heads Police Beat Opens to Boost Gold Coast Safety

The Queensland Government has officially opened a new Police Beat at Burleigh Heads, delivering on a key election commitment and strengthening frontline policing in one of the Gold Coast's busiest coastal communities.

The $1.1 million facility on Park Avenue provides a high-visibility policing hub aimed at improving community safety and increasing police presence in the popular precinct.

Staffed by two full-time Community Beat Officers during business hours from Monday to Friday, the beat will also be supported after hours by general duties officers from Palm Beach Police Station.

The opening forms part of the Crisafulli Government's broader commitment to boosting frontline policing across Queensland, with more than 50 new police recruits deployed to the Gold Coast since the election.

Over the past 12 months, Queensland's police headcount has increased from 12,303 to 12,775 officers - a net gain of 472 - almost triple the number added during the former Labor Government's final four years. Unplanned attrition has also fallen to 2.8 per cent, the lowest level in three years.

Minister for Police and Emergency Services Dan Purdie said the new facility marked an important milestone in restoring community safety.

"The Crisafulli Government is delivering a permanent police presence in Burleigh Heads - one of the Gold Coast's busiest communities," Minister Purdie said.

"This is part of our plan to make the Gold Coast safer and to turn the tide on Labor's youth crime crisis. We are backing police with the laws, resources and infrastructure they need to do their jobs and keep Queenslanders safe."

Member for Burleigh Hermann Vorster said the new Police Beat would help address long-standing safety concerns in the area.

"Burleigh was badly let down by the former Labor Government, which cut local policing positions and failed to plan for our growing nighttime economy," Mr Vorster said.

"This police beat will restore safety for locals and visitors who value Burleigh's relaxed coastal lifestyle, with a permanent police presence during the day and a base for additional officers working after hours."

"The facility complements new late-night support services and extra CCTV cameras, helping tackle antisocial behaviour around the clock."

Deputy Commissioner Mark Kelly said the new Police Beat would support the region's growing community and policing demands.

"While Burleigh Heads has always been supported by nearby stations, this facility gives the community a police presence right in their own backyard," Deputy Commissioner Kelly said.

"As the Gold Coast continues to grow, this beat will be a significant asset for both the community and our officers, helping shape the future of local policing."

Gold Coast District Officer Chief Superintendent Kylie Rigg said the new beat would strengthen engagement and visibility in the area.

"This Police Beat provides a dedicated base for localised policing and stronger community connections in Burleigh Heads," Chief Superintendent Rigg said.

"Increased visibility and accessibility allow officers to spend more time out in the community where they can make the greatest difference, particularly during peak demand periods."