Policing Australia: The Official Podcast of the Australian Police Journal

The Australian Police Journal (APJ) is the country’s preeminent true crime and policing publication, and it has launched a monthly podcast series! Join host Jason Byrnes (jason@apjl.com.au) as he discusses new APJ articles as well as interviews authors and other people of note, about serious crimes, police history, contemporary developments in policing, and future initiatives. The 'APJ' and 'Policing Australia: The Official Podcast of the Australian Police Journal' are produced by the Australian Police Journal Pty Ltd, a not-for-profit company which traces its history to 1946 when the then Australian police commissioners authorised the publication of a periodical aimed at enhancing technical skills among the police forces of the era.The APJ's webpage is www.apjl.com.au

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Policing Australia: The Official Podcast of the Australian Police Journal

The APJ at 80

September 13, 2026 • Australian Police Journal • Episode 63

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APJ Editor Simon Bouda and Deputy Editor Gerard Dutton join host Jason Byrnes to discuss a significant anniversary for the magazine. The first issue of the APJ was released in October 1946; 321 issues later, the publication continues to play an important role in educating and informing police and others about important policing and community safety issues.

Topics discussed by Simon, Gerard and Jason include the strengths of the APJ, how aspiring authors can get their ideas converted into published articles, and the future of the publication.

Contact the APJ at apj@apjl.com.au if you have an idea for an article or future story for the podcast. Additional information can be found at www.apjl.com.au.

Host: Jason Byrnes APM

Guests: Simon Bouda AM and Gerard Dutton

Website: www.apjl.com.au

Contact: apj@apjl.com.au