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Queensland Appoints Brett Pointing as Interim Police Commissioner

2/16/2026

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Brett Pointing, Queensland's interim police commissioner, has been appointed following the retirement of Steve Gollschewski.
Pointing is a former state and federal deputy police commissioner who expressed excitement about returning to the role.
Police Minister Dan Purdie addressed concerns about enforcing proposed laws banning pro-Palestinian chants at protests, saying the police would determine feasibility.
Pointing plans to apply for the permanent position after his interim term.

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Brett Pointing, Queensland's interim police commissioner, has been appointed following the retirement of Steve Gollschewski.
Pointing is a former state and federal deputy police commissioner who expressed excitement about returning to the role.
Police Minister Dan Purdie addressed concerns about enforcing proposed laws banning pro-Palestinian chants at protests, saying the police would determine feasibility.
Pointing plans to apply for the permanent position after his interim term.