Collaboration is the key:police and councils unite on youth crime

Police Minister Yasmin Catley with Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon during their visit to Walgett this week. Photo contributed

New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon and Minister for Police and Counter-Terrorism Yasmin Catley visited Walgett last week, meeting with local leaders to discuss community safety, youth engagement, and future policing priorities across the region.

Their visit follows recent talks in Sydney between the Premier, Chris Minns, regional mayors and general managers, including representatives from Walgett Shire Council, Bourke Shire Council and Brewarrina Shire Council, all who raised concerns about crime, youth services and social challenges in their local areas.

The timing of the visit coincided with the NSW government’s announcement of $12 million on Friday, November 7th. Funding which aims to extend and maintain services for at-risk young people in Moree, Kempsey, and Tamworth.

Walgett Shire Council General Manager Andrew Brown said the visit showed a willingness to listen.

“Both the Minister and Commissioner showed genuine concern and a strong understanding of the challenges our community is facing,” he said. […]

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