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Police Minister visits Riverstone
RIVESTONE MP Warren Kirby recently hosted a Community Safety Forum in Riverstone with the Minister, NSW Police attended by many residents.
The forum provided an opportunity for residents to engage directly with government and police on key issues affecting local safety, police resourcing, and community wellbeing.
Mr Kirby said the forum was about creating space for the community to be heard.
“We’re working together to make sure Riverstone remains not only safe, but supported, visible, and respected,” he said.
Minister Catley spoke of NSW Government’s focus on strengthening frontline services, address crime prevention strategies as well as improved recruitment strategies including paid training whilst at the police academy.
Superintendent Jason Joyce and Acting Inspector Matt Schenke from Riverstone Police Command followed with a local update include recent crime trends and priorities, community safety initiatives and the new coercive control laws.
Mr Kirby said: “The message from the community was hopeful but clear — we’re heading in the right direction, but more work is needed. Forums like this are essential for accountability and long-term progress.”
