South Australia Police (SAPOL) has reached a major milestone of 200 experienced international and interstate recruits, 27 of those being sworn in today.

Eighteen new officers have joined South Australia Police (SAPOL) today as part of Course 92, bringing prior career experience from police security, correctional services, trades, real estate, disability support and retail.
South Australians are being encouraged to recognise police officers who go above and beyond for their communities, with nominations now open for the 2026 South Australia Police Officer of the Year award.
Three distinguished South Australia Police (SAPOL) officers have been acknowledged with Australia Police Medals (APM) in the 2026 Kings Birthday Honours.
South Australia Police (SAPOL), together with the South Australian Police Historical Society and the Farina Restoration Group, today unveiled a memorial plaque honouring Mounted Constable Richard William Spicer at the historic Farina Police Station site.
More than 10,000 motorists were caught breaking the law during a South Australia Police operation targeting speeding in the Adelaide Hills district.
South Australia Police is urging motorcyclists to reduce their speed and take extra care on the roads, following a concerning rise in rider deaths in 2026.
A diverse group of 23 police officers have today graduated from the Police Academy as part of Course 91, bringing experience from industries including hospitality, firefighting, retail, fitness, aviation, cyber security into South Australia Police.
South Australia Police (SAPOL) and the South Australian Police Historical Society, today mark Police Foundation Day, recognising the organisation’s history and honouring those who have served the community since 1838.
Today, 24 police officers have graduated from the Police Academy as part of Course 90, bringing a wide range of life experience, skills and career pathways into South Australia Police (SAPOL).