The new recruits have undertaken university-level education and eight months of practical training at Goulburn Police Academy to become probationary constables. Dubbo Police station will welcome three of the recruits, while the fourth will be stationed at Wellington.

“It’s always good to see nice, fresh faces, eager to commence a new career in policing,” Inspector Mark Dixon said. “It’s always good to bolster police numbers and support the troops that are already here.”

The new officer will not boost Wellington’s numbers, but will “maintain the status quo”.

“New people coming in always adds extra life,” Inspector Dixon said.

Class 333 was made up of 164 policemen and 70 policewomen.

Special guests included NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller, NSW governor David Hurley, NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian and MP Pru Goward.

Ms Berejiklian is the first premier in the past eight years to attend an attestation ceremony in Goulburn. 

“You are ordinary people who have dedicated yourself to a career of doing extraordinary things,” Police Academy boss Superintendent Rod Smith said.

“You aim to make a difference to someone’s life every single day, this is indeed a humbling reward. Always remember the reason you were inspired to get into policing.”

NSW assistant commissioner John Hartley (39 years) and Chief Inspector Kelvin McKneight (37 years) were also commended for their service to the police force.

“When you walk out the parade ground your commitment to the community must be number one, that commitment must be unwavering,” Commissioner Fuller said. 

“Unfortunately, I can’t protect you from the darker side of human behaviour, but I can assure your family you will receive the best training, resource and support.”

The largest age group attesting on the day (122) were aged between 21-25.

Seven probationary constables identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent, with 21 born overseas.