NSW Police showcases career options at Royal Easter Show

Aspiring NSW Police employees got an inside look at life as a cop at the Sydney Royal Easter Show this year, with popular attractions such as the jump and grip test drawing kids and adults alike. 

The NSW Police stand was once again a hit with crowds at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, with people of all ages stopping by to learn more about a career in the Force. 

The popular exhibit had several attractions to entice showgoers this year, including a Traffic and Highway motorbike, Marine Area Command jet ski, and the famous jump and grip test. 

It also had a range of freebies, such as “You Should be a Cop” wristbands, stress balls, and materials about new recruitment incentives. 

The stand has long been a favourite with future NSW Police employees who wish to get a greater insight into what day-to-day life as a cop looks like.

The Police Recruitment Branch also provided information about what’s involved in the recruitment process, NSW Police Academy fitness requirements, salary, life as a junior employee, and benefits of working in a role that protects the community.

Visitors had the chance to meet officers and civilians from around the state, as well as representatives from the Radio Operations Group and Wireless Network Group, Rural Crime and Prevention Team, Public Order and Riot Squad, Aviation Command, Capability Performance and Youth Command – Domestic and Family Violence Registry and Police Link.

As always, prospective NSW Police employees had a bunch of questions for the teams, including what sort of results are needed to pass exams and how long it takes to become a specialist in the Force.

Police Bank was once again a proud sponsor of the stand.

For those who couldn’t make the show this year, there are other opportunities to ask serving NSW Police employees questions at the May and June events. Future events are advertised on the NSW Police Recruitment Branch Facebook page. The next information session will be hosted at Holy Cross College, Ryde, on the 18th of May 2024.

More information about the NSW Police recruitment process can also be found here and further questions can be directed to recruiting@police.nsw.gov.au.