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Victoria Police to Increase Recruitment of Retired Officers

The Victoria Police plans to recruit hundreds of retired officers to address staffing shortages and support frontline operations.

16 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Victoria Police is preparing to increase the number of reservist police officers in response to staffing shortages. The force aims to double this number as part of its strategy to mitigate the impact of a significant staff deficit.

With nearly 1,500 vacancies within the department, the recruitment of hundreds of reservist officers is intended to alleviate administrative burdens on frontline personnel. This move is reported to support ongoing efforts to enhance operational effectiveness within Victoria Police.

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