# Retired Officers Return as Reservists | Melbourne News

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Podcast: [Melbourne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/melbourne-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7572838)
Published: 2026-07-18T20:05:52+00:00
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Victoria Police is turning to retired officers to plug a staffing gap—over 1,000 have signed up to return as reservists, but not to patrol the streets. Instead, they’ll tackle admin and desk work, freeing up current officers for frontline community policing. The move responds to long-standing recruitment struggles and aims to maximize existing resources. Former officers, like 68-year-old Margaret Lewis, are eager to lend their experience and find renewed purpose. The first 25 reservists will complete training by month’s end and be deployed, especially to regional areas needing extra support. It’s a smart, flexible solution that boosts police capacity while letting seasoned pros stay involved. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6bbb52e4468876e9

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