Statement: Police Commissioner

8 March 2025

It is clear the Police Commissioner Michael Murphy APM’s position is untenable.

Today, I informed Commissioner Murphy he has lost the confidence of the Government.

I gave Commissioner Murphy the opportunity to resign.

The Police Commissioner was asked to go on leave effective immediately.

Martin Dole APM is now the Acting Police Commissioner.

I have now begun the process to terminate the appointment of the Police Commissioner.

This process requires natural justice to Michael Murphy, and involves Cabinet, Executive Council and advice to the Administrator on termination.

The terms and conditions of his appointment in 2023 requires payment of six months remuneration upon termination.

I make no apologies for working through this methodically in the interests of Territorians.

Reducing crime is our top priority and today’s action provides certainty for our hard-working police and the community.

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