The state government of Victoria in Australia has announced the start of construction of a new police station in Point Cook.

Backed by the government's A$25m ($15.5m) investment, the new police station aims to enhance law enforcement infrastructure in one of Victoria's rapidly expanding suburbs.

The new station, being constructed by Harris HMC, is anticipated to be operational by mid-next year.

The project includes a single-storey building, car parking, landscaping, road expansion, and improvement of critical services.

Victoria Minister for Police Anthony Carbines said: “As the community grows, so does the need for police resources - this new station is another investment in community safety in the west.

“We’re delivering modern police stations equipped with advanced design features, so our police have the facilities they need now and into the future.”

Point Cook's facility is one of four police stations being developed by the state government, joining others in South Melbourne, Clyde North, and Narre Warren.

Point Cook Member of Parliament Mathew Hilakari said: “The new police station will provide better resources for our officers - giving them everything they need to do their critical work in keeping our community safe.”

Since 2014, more than A$423m has been allocated by the government to construct 19 new police stations and refurbish 15 existing ones in the state.

This initiative is part of the government's wider A$4.5bn investment, which encompasses the funding of over 3,600 new sworn police officers, as well as advanced intelligence systems, infrastructure, and new technology.