The government is confident new measures will help answer high levels of dissatisfaction amongst the police.
The random survey of 750 officers, both sworn and non-sworn, carried out by the Police Association found 96% of sworn officers have grave concerns at the lack of front-line resources. Eighty five percent said there needed to be a clear distinction between the job of regular police and that of traffic police.
Officers are currently required to carry out both roles.
Minister of Police Annette King says a review will be carried out on this issue.
The survey also revealed more than two-thirds of police staff regard work-place stress as a serious problem.
National President of the Police Association Greg O'Conner says the government's pledge of 1,000 new recruits over three years will help curb the problems provided they are delegated to the needed areas.
King says the extra staff should answer general concerns about under-resourcing.
