Crisafulli Government delivers safety boost for Western Downs

27 May 2026 • via statements.qld.gov.au

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  • Crisafulli Government invests $40,000 in CCTV upgrades for Jandowae and Miles.
  • Two new cameras installed in Jandowae library and a 360-degree camera at a Miles intersection.
  • Upgrades aim to deter crime and enhance community safety following a decade of decline under Labor.
  • Local leaders emphasise the importance of these upgrades for public safety and confidence.
  • CCTV improvements support police efforts and address residents' safety concerns.

The Crisafulli Government is making Queensland safer and delivering on a key election commitment, with a $40,000 investment in CCTV security upgrades for the Western Downs Regional Council communities of Jandowae and Miles.

Upgrades are now complete with two new cameras for the library at Jandowae and a new 360-degree camera for a busy intersection in Miles.

It’s just one of the ways the Crisafulli Government is restoring safety where you live after a decade of decline under Labor, where crime rates rose and communities lost confidence in their safety.

Minister for Local Government and Water Ann Leahy said the Crisafulli Government was delivering on its commitment to make Queensland safer by investing in practical crime prevention measures for regional communities.

“Community safety is a priority for our Government, and these CCTV upgrades in Jandowae and Miles are delivering an extra layer of security for local residents and businesses,” Minister Leahy said.

“We promised Queenslanders we would take action to restore safety in our communities, and we are delivering on that commitment for our Western Downs region.”

Member for Callide Bryson Head said the new CCTV upgrades was helping improve safety and provide greater peace of mind for the Western Downs community.

“These new cameras are a practical investment that will help deter crime, support police and improve safety for residents in our region,” Mr Head said.

“Locals in Jandowae and Miles deserve to feel safe, and these upgraded cameras will improve security and support police as the Crisafulli Government continues to back regional Queensland safety.”

Western Downs Regional Council Mayor Andrew Smith said the addition of CCTV was helping ensure the community felt safe, supported and confident in shared public spaces.

“These cameras will help deter antisocial behaviour, protect key community assets and support quicker responses when issues arise, giving residents and visitors greater peace of mind while continuing to enjoy these essential public spaces,” Mayor Smith said.

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  • avatar of Ann Leahy AL

    Ann Leahy
    LNP QLD

    Minister for Local Government and Water

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    Bryson Head
    LNP QLD

    Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Resources and Critical Minerals

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