A major new policing hub has opened in Ipswich’s fast-growing western corridor, with the State Government unveiling the $38 million Ripley Police Facility.
The purpose-built complex will serve as the Ipswich District Headquarters, supporting the rapidly expanding communities of Ipswich and surrounding suburbs.
Spanning nearly 9,000 square metres across three levels, the state-of-the-art facility is already home to around 200 personnel and delivers a significant boost to policing capability in the region. It also includes an additional 30 frontline officers dedicated to the Ripley Division, increasing visibility and response times.
The new headquarters supports communities including Ripley, South Ripley and Swanbank, covering an area of about 120 square kilometres.
Police and Emergency Services Minister Dan Purdie said the facility was a critical investment in keeping pace with growth in one of Queensland’s busiest development corridors.
“This is a major policing hub for one of Queensland’s fastest-growing regions,” he said.
“We are delivering more police, stronger laws and the infrastructure officers need to do their job.”
The facility brings together specialist units including the Criminal Investigation Branch, Child Protection and Investigation Unit, Vulnerable Persons Unit, Forensics and District Intelligence, aiming to improve coordination and outcomes for victims.
The government says its broader community safety strategy is beginning to show results, pointing to a 7.2 per cent reduction in victims of crime in 2025 compared to the previous year.
Acting Police Commissioner Brett Pointing said the new headquarters would enhance both operational capability and working conditions for officers.
“This facility is more than just a building — it’s a hub for community safety,” he said.
“It has been designed to meet current policing needs while ensuring capacity to support the community into the future.”
The Ripley Police Division has been operational since February and forms part of a broader $290.3 million investment in new and upgraded police facilities across Queensland.
