Krissy Barrett to Become First Woman to Lead the Australian Federal Police

Barrett has nearly 25 years of policing experience and most recently served as deputy commissioner for national security.

Incoming Australian Federal Police (AFP) Commissioner Krissy Barrett at a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, Aug. 4, 2025. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

Krissy Barrett will become the first woman to lead the Australian Federal Police (AFP), officially taking over as commissioner on Oct. 4.

Barrett has nearly 25 years of policing experience and most recently served as deputy commissioner for national security.