The front counter of Darwin Police Station will close temporarily for refurbishment works on Monday 22 August, for between six to eight weeks.

Officer In Charge of Darwin Police Station, Senior Sergeant Kirk Pennuto, said the scheduled upgrades would strengthen security for both Police and the public and will include technical advancements aimed at delivering improved and more streamlined service for the public.

“During the refurbishment Darwin Police Station will operate as normal as a fully-staffed, 24 hour station.

“There will be no interruption to normal Police activities in the Darwin CBD.”

For members of the public who require front counter assistance, the Police Beat in Parap will operate on extended hours from 7:00am to 5:00pm seven days a week. Casuarina Police Station will be open as normal from 8:00am to 6:00pm seven days a week and Berrimah Station at the Peter McAulay Centre will be open 24 hours a day.

“A Police intercom system will be available for Police Assistance. This is located next to the front door of Darwin Station on Knuckey Street,” Senior Sergeant Pennuto said.

“If your require Police assistance the intercom system will put you in touch with the Communication Centre, which is staffed 24/7.

“As always, in an emergency situation call ‘000’.