❓ A WA parliamentary question on notice addresses police staffing levels, vacancies, incentives, and working conditions at Kalgoorlie and other Goldfields police stations, seeking information on costs and potential improvements.
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(1) How many police officers were based at the Kalgoorlie Police Station for each of the financial years from 1992-3 to date? (2) How many unfilled vacancies for Sworn Officers have existed at the Kalgoorlie Police Station for each month from January to June 2000 (inclusive)? (3) What is the zone allowance payable to police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (4) What other incentives are available to the Kalgoorlie police officers? (5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister
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(1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(2) How many unfilled vacancies for Sworn Officers have existed at the Kalgoorlie Police Station for each month from January to June 2000 (inclusive)? (3) What is the zone allowance payable to police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (4) What other incentives are available to the Kalgoorlie police officers? (5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(3) What is the zone allowance payable to police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (4) What other incentives are available to the Kalgoorlie police officers? (5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(4) What other incentives are available to the Kalgoorlie police officers? (5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(2) How many unfilled vacancies for Sworn Officers have existed at the Kalgoorlie Police Station for each month from January to June 2000 (inclusive)? (3) What is the zone allowance payable to police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (4) What other incentives are available to the Kalgoorlie police officers? (5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(3) What is the zone allowance payable to police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (4) What other incentives are available to the Kalgoorlie police officers? (5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(4) What other incentives are available to the Kalgoorlie police officers? (5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(5) Are there unfilled vacancies at any other Goldfields police stations and if so will the Minister provide details? (6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(6) How much annual leave do police officers receive each year? (7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(7) Has the possibility of providing police officers in remote areas with extra leave been considered and if so, will the Minister provide details? (8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(8) What steps have been taken to investigate the provision of a minimum 44 hour week to police officers based at Kalgoorlie? (9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(9) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual police officer? (10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(10) What would be the cost of providing a minimum 44 hour week to each individual Aboriginal police liaison officer? (11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(11) Which other police officers receive the minimum 44 hour week standard and specify the cost for providing that for each individual police officer? (12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(12) What steps are to be taken to address the shortage of police officers at Kalgoorlie Police Station? (13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(13) Is it intended to increase the number of police officers based at Kalgoorlie Police Station next financial year? (14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(14) If so, by how many officers? (15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
(15) If not, why not? Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
Answered on 5 September 2000 The Minister Replied: (1) Due to operational sensitivities the Police Service does not provide information regarding staffing levels of individual police stations. However I am prepared to advise that from 1992/1993 - 1999/2000 staffing levels at the Kalgoorlie Police Station have increased by 27 officers. (2) Positions become vacant and are filled on a continuous basis throughout the month. Over the period January to June 2000, vacancies ranged from a peak of approximately 12 in April to a low of two or three. At present (August 14, 2000) all constable vacancies are filled and five sergeant vacancies are currently being filled through the ADVANCE promotional system when officers will soon after that, take up their new positions. (3) $378 per annum District Allowance for married officers (4) (a) Rostering practices designed to maximise the period of off duty time (b) Free pass to coast (c) Experience/development/mentoring/promotion. Officers stationed at Kalgoorlie feature prominently in the ranks of those selected for promotion. (5) Officer in Charge Leonora and OIC Detectives Esperance - (about to be filled under the ADVANCE promotional system). Constable Kambalda station - new vacancy being advertised. (6) Six weeks (7) Extra leave currently exists in remote locations (Northern Region). Kalgoorlie because of its communications, facilities and transport capabilities not viewed as isolated or remote. (8) The provision of a 44 week for Kalgoorlie has been investigated as one of a range of incentives in recent Country Incentives investigations and reports which included consultation with the WA Police Union. Initiatives were costed and are being considered by Police Executive Command (9) Provision of 44 hour week averages approximately $6000 per annum per member. There are slight variations dependant upon the rank of officer. (10) Slightly less than $6000 per aboriginal police liaison officer. Again, the individual amount will be dependant upon the seniority of the officer. (11) All officers stationed above the 26th parallel, and those stationed at Meekatharra, Laverton, Leonora and Eucla receive the 44-hour week at a cost of about $2.5 million per annum. This represents an average cost of $6000 per person. (12) All vacancies at Kalgoorlie have now been filled including some recent vacancies filled by volunteers. There are now volunteers on a waiting list. Newly appointed staff have been taking up their new postings to Kalgoorlie over recent weeks and replacements are being identified for forthcoming vacancies due to be created as the result of completion of tenure. (13) It is not intended to increase the staffing levels at Kalgoorlie during the next financial year. (14) N/A. (15) Staffing levels at Kalgoorlie have been the subject of recent reviews by Central Region management and existing levels are deemed adequate for current needs.
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