AFP Officers have escalated their industrial action with walk-offs at airports. 

Australian Federal Police (AFP) officers walked off the job at seven major airports across the country this week, doing so without public notification due to security concerns.

Despite the lack of press, the move marks a significant escalation in the AFP’s ongoing dispute over pay with the federal government.

The action, organised by the Australian Federal Police Association (AFPA), is part of a push for a 20 per cent raise, rejecting the government's offer of an 11.2 per cent increase over three years. 

The AFPA argues that the government’s offer does not adequately compensate officers who face unique risks compared to other public servants.

The industrial action extended beyond airports too, with AFP officers in Canberra also participating in a two-hour walk-out on Wednesday. 

The AFP is seeking to apply pressure on the government by disrupting operations at multiple AFP sites. However, the union says that the impact on frontline policing will be minimal, ensuring that community safety remains a priority.

In a statement, the AFP has acknowledged the industrial action, affirming its respect for the lawful rights of their members, and said that negotiations continue in good faith.

AFPA President Alex Caruana says AFP officers are currently the lowest-paid police force in the country. The disparity in pay is allegedly causing burnout and contributing to a retention crisis, with many officers leaving for better-paying positions in other jurisdictions.

The AFPA has indicated that the industrial action will continue until their demands are met.

Details of the AFP’s strike measures are available on its website.  

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