The Schrinner Council has deployed an additional 240 cameras to bolster Brisbane’s CCTV network, deter crime and assist law enforcement.
In the wake of rising reports of youth crime, the additional cameras have been installed to provide 24/7 surveillance to new locations.
New major infrastructure including the Kangaroo Point and Breakfast Creek bridges, the Metro Depot at Rochedale and a series of local parks have benefitted from the new cameras.
All cameras are positioned strategically in high risk or high pedestrian areas in consultation with Queensland Police Service (QPS).
In the last 12 months to date, Council’s CCTV cameras played a pivotal role in securing 1595 offences, including vandalism, theft and assault.
High-tech software is used to monitor camera feeds to proactively detect theft, loitering and illegal activity.
A dedicated centrally based team in a 24/7 security control room receive an alert and respond to each incident accordingly.
This financial year, Council is investing more than $1.5 million to enhance and grow the CCTV network.
This brings Council’s existing network to 3500 CCTV cameras, which keep a watchful eye over libraries, ferry terminals, and the CBD and Fortitude Valley precincts.
This significant investment is in addition to more than 35 new Suburban Safety Cameras, announced by the Lord Mayor in March 2024, which will begin to roll out in the next Financial Year in consultation with QPS, local councillors and the community.
Quotes attributable to Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner
“Brisbane has the best lifestyle in Australia and I’m determined to keep it this way, which means clamping down on criminal and antisocial behaviour,” Cr Schrinner said.
“While crime is a State Government issue, there are ways Council can assist to keep our community safe and our CCTV network plays a critical role in this.
“By bolstering the network, we’re sending the message to would-be criminals that we’re watching and this ultimately helps to deter crime.
“But when incidents do occur, we’re able to capture it quicker and get calls out to law enforcement and emergency responders.
“This is one of the many investments we’re making to keep the community safe, from installing more lighting in parks, on bikeways and on footpaths, to safety grants for our community clubs.
“My team will always stand up for Brisbane against crime.”
For more information on the City Safe CCTV network, visit www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or call Council on 3403 8888.
