Craig Crawford MP Member for Barron River (representing the Minister for Police Mark Ryan) and Deputy Commissioner Peter Martin, have congratulated Queensland Police Service (QPS) and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) officers and staff who received medals and awards at a joint ceremony held in Mareeba today.
Mr Crawford said the recipients have a proven range of skills and attributes that enable Queenslanders to place their faith and confidence in their police service.
“Their skills highlight courage, aptitude, boundless dedication and commitment, not only to their profession, but also to Queensland communities,” Mr Crawford said.
“They are a credit to the Queensland Police Service, to the community they serve, and to their family and friends.”
Today’s ceremony saw the Queensland Police Service Medal presented to eight officers and one staff member. The QPS Medal is an award approved by the Commissioner in recognition of diligent and ethical service by QPS employees after 10 years of full-time qualifying service.
Deputy Commissioner Martin presented Sergeant Jeff Killick and staff member Carolyn Turner with their 40 year clasp, and Sergeant Alf Grigg was presented with his 35 year clasp. A further five officers and one staff member were presented with their 25 year clasp, one officer was presented with their 20 year clasp, and three officers and three staff members received their 15 year clasp.
Deputy Commissioner Martin said all award recipients were of the highest calibre.
“Everyone presented with an award today shows the professionalism that is a hallmark of the Service,” Deputy Commissioner Martin said.
“It’s important we also acknowledge family and friends who provide officers the essential support needed to perform our roles every day, who stand alongside all of us during both the challenging and the rewarding times.”
Senior Constable Matthew Mitchell was presented with the National Police Service Medal, a medal which represents their past and future commitment to ethical and diligent service. A minimum of 15 years’ service is required to qualify for this award.
The National Medal and Clasps were presented to eight recipients. These medals recognise 15 years of diligent service by members of Australian police forces, defence forces, and members of the ambulance and fire services.
“Everyone presented with an award today shows the professionalism that is a hallmark of the Service,” Deputy Commissioner Martin said.
“It’s important we also acknowledge family and friends who provide officers the essential support needed to perform our roles every day, who stand alongside all of us during both the challenging and the rewarding times.”
Senior Constable Matthew Mitchell was presented with the National Police Service Medal, a medal which represents their past and future commitment to ethical and diligent service. A minimum of 15 years’ service is required to qualify for this award.
The National Medal and Clasps were presented to eight recipients. These medals recognise 15 years of diligent service by members of Australian police forces, defence forces, and members of the ambulance and fire services. Clasps to the National Medal are awarded for a further period of 10 years’ service.
Senior Sergeant Mark Stewart was awarded his second Clasp to the National Medal for 35 years’ service. Six officers were awarded their first Clasp.
Three officers and three staff were presented with Assistant Commissioner’s Certificates.
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