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Victoria Police is undergoing a major restructure under Chief Commissioner Mike Bush, aiming to shift from reactive to proactive, community-focused policing. 

Key Points: 

·         Leadership Reform: 
Long-overdue changes are being implemented to address ineffective policing and rising crime rates. 

·         Personnel Changes: 
Officers resistant to the new model may leave or be encouraged to step aside—seen as a positive step toward reform. 

·         Proactive Policing Focus: 
Emphasis on crime prevention, reducing bureaucracy, and redeploying desk-bound officers to frontline duties. 

·         Re-engaging Former Officers: 
Retired or former police officers may return to handle admin roles, freeing active officers and bringing valuable experience. 

·         Youth & Community Engagement: 
Revival of key programs: 

o    Police in Schools – crime diversion and recruitment. 

o    Blue Light Disco's Project – building trust with youth. 

o    Operation New-Start – keeping kids in school and off the streets. 

·         Legislative Suggestions: 
Proposes allowing disengaged youth to enter the workforce early to reduce crime and build life skills. 

The restructure and potential exodus of resistant officers are seen as a strategic opportunity to rebuild a more effective, community-oriented police force.