Who is Brett Pointing and why does he matter to investors?

Brett Pointing is the interim Queensland police commissioner for 12 months. His focus on car theft, robbery and governance can influence theft trends, store shrink and insurance claims. That, in turn, affects retailer margins, underwriting results and security spending across Queensland’s urban and regional markets.

What changes from Steve Gollschewski’s tenure should we expect?

Expect continuity on crime reduction with added emphasis on governance and performance reporting. Pointing is likely to keep pressure on car theft and robbery while sharpening oversight. Investors should watch response times, clearance rates and youth diversion outcomes to judge whether enforcement becomes faster and more predictable for businesses.

How could retailers in Queensland benefit from Pointing’s agenda?

If visible policing rises and hotspots cool, retailers may see lower shrink, steadier conversion and fewer safety-driven closures. Security spending could stabilise as break-ins and organised shoplifting ease. Look for updates on guard hours, CCTV upgrades and shrink rates in company reports, especially in South East Queensland corridors.

What is the insurance read-through from stronger enforcement?

Lower theft frequency tends to ease pressure on claims and loss ratios, though repair costs still drive severity. Underwriters may slow premium increases where trends improve, while repricing persistent hotspots. Track claims frequency, recovery rates and pricing commentary specific to Queensland in quarterly updates and full-year guidance.

Law and Government

February 17: Brett Pointing’s Queensland Police Agenda and Insurer Risks

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Brett Pointing steps in as interim Queensland police commissioner on a 12‑month term, with priority on car theft, robbery and governance fixes. His appointment signals continuity and a sharper operational focus that matters for retailers, insurers and security providers. Investors should map how enforcement intensity shapes theft trends, claims patterns and compliance costs across the state. Early read-throughs hinge on reported vehicle and store theft, police resourcing and any protest-related rules that may raise penalties or tighten crowd control, as reported by ABC News.