‘Never afraid to speak up’: Former police union boss Ian Leavers found dead at home

Former Police Union Leader Ian Leavers Found Dead at Home

Ian Leavers, who led the Queensland Police Union for 15 years from 2009 to 2024, was found dead at his Brisbane home on Monday morning. The 57-year-old was discovered just before 10 a.m. in Mount Ommaney, Brisbane’s south-west, under circumstances described by police as non-suspicious.

Police responded to a sudden death call at approximately 9:50 a.m. Investigations are ongoing, according to a police spokesperson.

Career and Contributions

After stepping down from the union, Leavers was appointed Queensland’s first Cross-Border Commissioner in August 2024, a role focused on supporting border communities.

“He earned the respect of Queenslanders for saying it how it was, and always standing up for the police service he loved,”

— Premier David Crisafulli

“He was dedicated, principled and driven to make a difference for this state,”

— Premier David Crisafulli

“Queenslanders will remember his leadership during some of our state’s most tragic and defining events.”

— Premier David Crisafulli

Legacy

The Police Federation of Australia honored Leavers as a “long-serving and respected leader within the policing community for more than three decades.”

Leavers was known for his outspoken and principled leadership throughout his career.

Summary

Ian Leavers’ death marks the loss of a respected and principled leader who dedicated over thirty years to supporting police and border communities in Queensland.

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Brisbane Times Brisbane Times — 2025-11-10

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