Police minister Paul Papalia visits South West stations set for $4 million upgrades

Police Minister Paul Papalia visited the South West last week to inspect the number of stations in the region undergoing face lifts worth almost $4 million. Works are under way at four South West stations, with three receiving more than $1 million worth of upgrades each. The Collie Police Station is undergoing $1.5 million worth of “major refurbishments”, which will improve safety and security at the facility, while $1 million has been spent on the Donnybrook station. A new secure vehicle compound is being built at the Dunsborough Police Station, along with refurbishments to the station and custody areas. Busselton will also receive $250,000 worth of upgrades. “Our police do outstanding work in the regions and I want to ensure they have the facilities they need to do their jobs efficiently,” Mr Papalia said. “These upgrades, as part of the McGowan Government’s WA Recovery Plan, will provide better and more secure police facilities throughout the South West. “These works are also providing a valuable economic boost to the region by supporting jobs through the community.”