The community of Lemon Tree Passage is in line for a brand new police station thanks to a commitment made by the state government this morning.
$1.5 million will be spent on the new facility which will replace the current station which operates out of leased premises in Cook Road.
However, Police Minister, Troy Grant says there's no timeline yet on when the new station will be built.
"A location is yet to be determined. A period of consultation with the community and local council will occur to make sure they pick the best site to meet the local needs as well as ongoing future police operational response needs. The District Commander, Superintendent Jackson, will lead the project with the properties branch and the local community work with the council. So together, they'll get on with it and develop this new police station as soon as possible," he said.
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| Police Minister Troy Grant joins Liberal candidate for Port Stephens Jaime Abbott and local police for this monring's announcement. Picture: Jamie Abbott |
