The NSW Government today announced its plans for a new $3 million Helensburgh Police Station to replace the existing demountable on Waratah Street.

NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb APM said: “This new station will provide a much-needed presence in the northern suburbs of Wollongong, allowing officers to respond to the growing needs of residents.

“Up to eight officers can work from the purpose-built station, which will provide modern facilities for police to operate from.”

The new station will have secure parking for police vehicles, including for a first response police vehicle to ensure 24/7 coverage of the area. It will increase Wollongong Police District’s ability to maintain a visible presence and support community safety.

The current demountable – which only had space for three officers – is not operational as it does not meet work health and safety standards. Currently, officers are deployed from Wollongong to the northern suburbs.

“The government, community and police are looking forward to this upgrade and we are looking forward to its completion, with Police staffed locally in this station,” Member for Heathcote Maryanne Stuart said.

Demolition of the existing police station is set to begin next month.