New Bega Police Station set to open later this year

Today, Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley and Member for Bega Dr Michael Holland will join police to inspect the site and provide an update on the recommencement of works.

The new station will be a state-of-the-art facility, providing officers with the infrastructure and resources required to continue their important work of fighting crime and keeping the community safe.

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

The building will accommodate 38 officers including general duties and specialist teams such as detectives, domestic violence officers, Traffic and Highway Patrol officers and Forensic Evidence & Technical Services officers.

Other features will include a public front counter, custody area with two cells and three docks, a detective’s area and task force room, command and administration offices, storage area for exhibits and staff amenities, lockers and a meal room.

Construction began in 2022 however the contractor entered voluntary administration in 2024. The works were re-tendered and a new contractor – Patterson Building Group - was appointed in late 2024.

Work re-commenced earlier this year and pending no further delays, the station is expected to be operational and open to the public in September.

Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley said:

“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 said:

“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 said:

“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.”