Media Releases

SA firefighters among nation’s fastest first responders

Feb 09, 2021  |  media release

A significant increase in the number of South Australian volunteer firefighters has been revealed in the Productivity Commission’s national 2021 Report on Government Services (RoGS).

High-tech SAPOL armour boosts safety on the front line

Feb 03, 2021  |  media release

Almost 3,000 custom-made Multi-Purpose Load Bearing Vests (MPLBV) will begin to be rolled out to SAPOL officers in coming months following the Marshall Liberal Government’s $8.5 million commitment to strengthening the safety of front line personnel.

Marshall Government delivers to South Australians once again

Feb 01, 2021  |  media release

The national 2021 Report on Government Services (RoGS) outlines a positive snapshot of the Marshall Liberal Government’s delivery of important services to the South Australian community.

SAPOL crack the code on safe breakers

Jan 15, 2021  |  media release

SAPOL detectives honed in on two suspects staying at an Adelaide Hills caravan park following multiple Serious Criminal Trespass offences in the region, including the theft of $100,000, a safe and jewellery from a Strathalbyn business.

Thank You to South Australian Correctional Services staff

Jan 15, 2021  |  media release

The Adelaide Oval footbridge will come alive in a blue and green light display on National Corrections Day (NCD) in honour of South Australia’s hardworking Correctional Services staff.

Kayakers find new technology the right call for rescue

Jan 08, 2021  |  media release

The Marshall Liberal Government has welcomed ground-breaking technology that has already saved stranded kayakers from rough waters at Seacliff, pinpointing the pair’s location after a Triple Zero call.

Don’t beach and booze this New Year

Jan 01, 2021  |  media release

The Marshall Liberal Government, Surf Life Saving South Australia (SLSSA), and South Australia Ambulance Service (SAAS) are calling on all beachgoers to run a tight ship in 2021 and prevent alcohol-related drownings.

Crime Stoppers SA tip sends one of South Australia’s biggest cannabis crops up in smoke

Dec 31, 2020  |  media release

The Marshall Liberal Government’s historic funding of Crime Stoppers SA is already paying dividends following the discovery of one of South Australia’s largest-ever cannabis crops worth millions of dollars.

Partners to fight crime: Torrens Transit and Crime Stoppers team up for commuter safety boost

Dec 18, 2020  |  media release

More than 800 buses across South Australia’s extensive public transport network will become a rolling reminder for criminals and those with an appetite for antisocial behaviour – eyes are watching and Crime Stoppers is just a phone call away.

SAPOL target scoundrel thieves – recover $150,000 of stolen vehicles, industrial equipment and appliances

Dec 16, 2020  |  media release

Theft is being stamped out across the state as SAPOL continues to crack cases through targeted investigations into criminals who steal vehicles and other valuable items.