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SYDNEY PROTESTS RESCUE AT SEA TARGET DRUNKEN OFFENDERS NOVEMBER 2012 2012 Police Officer of the Year Sgt Scott Russell THE NSW POLICE FORCE MAGAZINE
SYDNEY PROTESTS RESCUE AT SEA TARGET DRUNKEN OFFENDERS
NOVEMBER 2012
2012 Police Officer of the Year
Sgt Scott Russell
THE NSW POLICE FORCE MAGAZINE
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10KEEPING THE PEACE:OUR LARGEST PUBLIC ORDER EVENT
12IN DEEP WITH MAC:DRAMATIC SEA RESCUE
17FINDING RILEY: THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA
18THE HEAT IS ON:ENFORCING A SAFER SUMMER
In 2010 the idea was born to
create an annual award event
that recognises the excellence of
officers across all ranks and
commands who have distinguished
themselves through their work.
Two years on and the Rotary
Police Officer of the Year
awards has grown on a strong
foundation to become one of our
organisation’s hallmark events.
Each year when the nominations
flood in for each of the award
categories, the unenviable task of
selecting serves to highlight the
diverse excellence of our officers.
For every achievement
spotlighted through a nomination,
however, we remain aware that
there are many more who are
equally worthy and who display
excellence and dedication on a
daily basis in their role as law
enforcers.
From the general duties police
officer on the frontline and our
detectives who investigate the
most serious crimes, to our
specialist commands, our highly
valued volunteers and our civilian
staff who work behind the scenes
to keep things running smoothly –
the NSW Police Force in 2012 is a
multi-skilled and complex
organisation.
As much as the annual awards
give recognition and
acknowledgement to nominees,
finalists and category winners, they
also remind each of us that the
fabric of our organisation is rich in
talent, skill, dedication and
expertise.
It is hard not to be inspired by
each and every nominee and I am
confident that I don’t stand alone
in feeling extremely proud of the
calibre of employees we saw on
display at the 2012 awards.
A consistent factor in the
responses of nominees and
finalists has been their humility
and readiness to point to the
strong role of teamwork in any
success they achieve.
These are traits commonly found
in NSW police officers, who are
team players with a strong sense
of loyalty and camaraderie.
All of the winners of this year’s
Rotary Police Officer of the Year
Awards, while excelling as
individuals, were also part of a
team that supported their efforts
and perhaps even directly played a
key role in many of their
highlighted achievements.
In continuation of that, because
of the nature of an organisation as
large as the NSW Police Force, we
can see the success of individuals
or teams as our own success.
Whether the part we play is large
or small, behind-the-scenes or in
the foreground, we all contribute in
our own way. Through the
excellence we bring to our own
work we can strengthen and enrich
the greater NSW Police Force as a
whole, and stake a claim to our
overall professionalism and
achievements as an organisation.
Congratulations to everyone
who brings dedication to their
work, and congratulations to all of
the exceptional nominees and
finalists in this year’s Rotary Police
officer of the Year awards.
To the winners, the biggest
congratulations of all, for managing
to stand out from so many
excellent candidates and shine the
brightest in 2012. You have every
reason to be proud, and all of us in
the Force have every reason to be
proud of you.
Andrew Scipione APM
Commissioner
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ON THE COVERThis year’s Rotary Police Officer of the Year Sgt Scott Russell, Castlereagh LAC
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During his address at the RotaryPolice Officer of the Year awards,Commissioner Andrew Scipione APMcongratulated all staff who werenominated
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Winner of the category Field
Operations Police Officer
of the Year, Sgt Russell was up
against Det Snr Cst Matthew
Ammon from the Gangs Squad,
who won Specialist Operations /
Corporate Services Police Officer
of the Year.
Hosted by the Rotary Clubs of
NSW at Doltone House in Pyrmont
on Friday 2 November, it was a
very glamorous evening and one
that Sgt Russell and his wife,
Simone will never forget.
“I have to say that I was very
nervous about getting up in front
of a room filled with such
distinguished guests,” he said.
“The ceremony started with my
category being awarded. All three
candidates were called up to the
stage as our information was
being read out and video
interviews were shown.
“Listening to their nomination
background and having met them
on the night, it was clear that Snr
Cst Rob Crick and Cst Tim Waite
are very professional police
officers. I was completely shocked
to have won the category.” But
Sgt Russell’s night wasn’t over.
“I then found it really difficult to
concentrate as the other awards
were being presented, knowing
that I was in the running for the big
award. My wife and I were almost
as nervous as each other!
“My supporters let out ecstatic
cheers when my name was
called out for the main award.
I simply couldn’t believe it. The
cover of the Police Monthly was
on the big screen and cameras
started flashing at my table,”
Sgt Russell said.
“It was very humbling, but what
an honour it was to accept this
award, particularly in this 150th
year of policing. I can’t describe
how it makes you feel to be
awarded in front of your
colleagues, peers and dignities. It
was a very proud moment, one
that I’ll never forget.
Sgt Russell’s cheer squad drove
more than nine hours to be with
him on the night. They included
Castlereagh Commander, Supt Bob
Noble and his wife Jodie, Sgt Jodi
West, and Insp Chris Taylor and
Insp Dave Ralph and their wives.
Sgt Russell’s best mate Ian and his
wife Kerrie also drove more than
eight hours from Narrandera to
be there.
“I felt like a bit of a celebrity,
with people coming up to me all
night offering their congratulations
and then asking me to sign their
copies of the 150th book True Blue.
“And then it dawned on me.
I’ve been honoured in the 150th
anniversary year of policing in
NSW. I was very proud to
participate in the Sea of Blue
March in Sydney, and this made
the award that much more special.
I would like to thank the Rotary
Clubs of NSW and the NSW Police
Force once again for this award.”
Sgt Russell works in
Collarenebri, a small community
of 500 people in the state’s north
west. And yes, the town knows
their local sergeant is the 2012
Rotary Police Officer of the Year.
“I’ve received quite a few
phone calls and text messages
from around the country, but the
best was a huge sign put up just
outside of town congratulating me,
put up by some of the locals, which
was terrific.
“Collarenebri really is a great
place to work. It’s a marvellous
little community and the people
out here make life so much easier.”
Sgt Scott Russell from Castlereagh LAC hasbeen named as the 2012 NSW Police Officer of the Year, and says this is the biggest honourof his career.
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Sgt Scott Russell and hiswife, Simone await the bigannouncement
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Field OperationsPolice Officer of the Year
Sgt Russell joined the NSWPF in 1988 and was stationed
at Albury.Prior to joining the NSWPF he wasemployed as an apprentice painterwith NSW Public Works, a role that required him to work aroundgovernment sites, including police stations.
“My interest in policing wassparked from speaking to police Icrossed paths with during thattime,” he said. “Then I attended arecruitment day in Wagga Waggaand my career was set in motion.”
Sgt Russell said the best part ofpolicing is making a difference inpeople’s lives.
“I work in the remote northwest town of Collarenebri wherethere is a lot of disadvantage. Itgives me the opportunity to makea difference in the community,”Sgt Russell said.
“Throughout my career I havealso been fortunate enough towork at a number of stations andalong the way I have met manypeople and made some strongfriendships.”
Sgt Russell lists graduating fromthe NSW Police Academy andbeing promoted to sergeant as histwo career highlights.
He said he had not expected to make the finalist list in thisyear’s Rotary Police Officer of the Year Awards.
“Initially I was shocked,” hesaid. “I am proud to be a finalistand it was an honour to representmy Castlereagh LAC workcolleagues, my family and mycommunity.”
Snr Cst Rob Crick Brisbane Water LAC Cst Tim Waite Darling River LAC
Cst Waite joined the NSWPF in
2008 and worked at Ashfield
for two years before relocating to
Nyngan. He became a police
officer because he was interested
in working with less fortunate of
the community.
“When I finished school I
became involved in youth work
through my church and realised
how similar it was to my vision
of police work – the challenge of
working with disadvantaged and
overlooked members of the
community that most people never
see,” Cst Waite said.
“I'd wanted to be a police
officer since the age of five so it
was a chance to live that
boyhood dream.”
Cst Waite said he loves the
variety and challenge of general
duties police work.
“I enjoy the excitement of turning
up to a scene of chaos and trying
to make sense and restore order,”
he said.
“Working in small country towns
brings a real sense of community
and support. The fire truck turns
up to a job and out jumps the local
teacher, lawyer, petrol station
owner and bank manager.”
Two of Cst Waite’s career
highlights include arresting
offenders who had stolen a car
during a flood in Brewarrina, and
making a cameo appearance in the
local high school production of
Footloose, in which he played the
local police officer.
Sgt Scott Russell Castlereagh LAC
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Snr Cst Crick joined the NSWPF
in 2007 and was stationed
at Tuggerah Lakes LAC before
moving to Brisbane Water LAC
in 2008.
Before joining the Force Snr Cst
Crick worked in the construction
industry. He said he turned to
policing because he wanted a more
personally satisfying career.
“The NSW Police has given me a
job that challenges me and gives
me a sense of really contributing to
my community,” said Snr Cst Crick,
who notably completed the OSG
course at the age of 42 and is still
part of the Region’s OSG team. “I
enjoy the variety of work we do
every day and I love working with a
supportive team.”
As a father of young children Snr
Cst Crick cites one of his proudest
moments was when he investigated
a case that led to two neglected
children being removed from their
mother’s care. The children were
found with burns all over their
bodies.
After the mother’s arrest further
investigations led to Snr Cst Crick
arresting the woman’s partner for
a serious robbery.
“I am proud of this job as we
rescued two vulnerable children,
enabling them to get the
appropriate care and attention,”
he said. “In addition we were also
able to take a violent offender off
the streets.”
Snr Cst Crick said he was
surprised to make the finalist cut
of the awards. “Just to receive
Brisbane Water’s nomination
is a huge honour when I consider
the calibre of police at this
command. To make the finalists list
is very humbling,” he said.
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Det Insp Reitano attested in
June 1984 and was first
stationed at No. 34 Division, now
known as Fairfield LAC. He said
became a police officer because
he has always loved helping
people and wanted to do
something useful with his life.
“When you go into work each
day you just never know what that
day is going to bring. ‘Some days
are diamonds and some days are
stones’ probably sums it up for all
of us,” Det Insp Reitano said.
“We have all experienced the
highs and lows of policing, but it’s
the highs that keep us coming
back day after day.”
In 2004 Det Insp Reitano led
Strike Force Timepiece, which was
set up to investigate and prosecute
those involved in the Redfern riots,
which saw the arrest of more than
40 people.
“Redfern has undergone a
massive transformation since
2004,” Det Insp Reitano said. “I’d
like to think that some of the
beneficial changes that have
occurred there came about in part
from the work that we performed.”
Det Insp Reitano said he loves
working as a police prosecutor and
felt extremely honoured to be a
finalist in the 2012 Rotary Police
Officer of the Year Awards.
“There are a large number of
police who on a day to day basis
do such great work and it is a
shame that their work largely goes
unrecognised. They are a lot more
worthy than I could ever be to be
nominated,” he said.
Specialist Operations / Corporate ServicesPolice Officer of the Year
Det Snr Cst Ammon joined the NSWPF in 2002 and
commenced duties at ParramattaLAC. He worked in the proactivecrime team before joining theParramatta Detectives, where heworked until he joined the GangsSquad in 2010.
Det Snr Cst Ammon said he wasattracted to a career in policingbecause of the variety.
“The NSW Police Forcepresented a variety of challenges,”he said. “I anticipated the workwould be varied with every shift
providing a new experience. It wasthe overall variety that appealed to me the most.”
Det Snr Cst Ammon cites hiswork with Strike Force Kinnarra,investigating a spate of drive-byshootings in Western Sydney, as acareer highlight. He said the bestpart of his job is locking upcriminals, as well as the teamworkand the rewards of closing a case.
Det Snr Cst Ammon said theannouncement of his finaliststatus in this year’s Rotary PoliceOfficer of the Year Awards had
been unexpected.“Shocked is the first word that
comes to mind,” he said. “I haveworked with so many police thatdeserve to be showered inaccolades however never are. I amvery humbled to be recognised formy work and the team’s work.”
Sgt Andrew Bobin Police Prosecutions Western Region
Sgt Bobin joined the NSWPF in
1992 and was first stationed at
Wetherill Park, followed by Fairfield.
He joined the Prosecutions
Command in 1996 due to a desire
to become more involved with the
Criminal Justice System.
“As a country prosecutor I am
presented with opportunities to
form rewarding professional
relationships with local police, court
staff, barristers, solicitors, the media
and other members of the
community,” Sgt Bobin said.
“It is always satisfying that I have
a say and an effect on the
execution of justice and being a
prosecutor allows me to do this on
a daily basis.”
Sgt Bobin said he counts being
appointed a police prosecutor as
his main career achievement, along
with his recent role in bringing a DV
offender to justice.
“I witnessed an assault outside
Orange Police Station before I had
to attend court one morning and
made the arrest with the assistance
of uniformed police. Two hours later
I prosecuted the defendant at court
and ensured that he remained bail
refused,” he said. “The defendant
pleaded guilty a month later at
the hearing.”
Sgt Bobin said it was flattering
to be named as a finalist in the
2012 Rotary Police Officer of the
Year Awards.
“There are thousands of other
dedicated police who are just as
deserving,” he said. “But I do
have a great deal of personal
pride and satisfaction because
this nomination is a reward for
hard work.”
Det Snr Cst Matthew Ammon Gangs Squad
Det Insp Frank Reitano Police Prosecutions, Southern Region
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Rotary Community Award
Snr Cst Donni joined the NSWPolice Force in 1994 and was
stationed at Newtown. The thinghe enjoys most about the job isthe variety of roles on offer thatallows everyone to find somethingsuited to their unique strengthsand abilities.
Snr Cst Donni said he enjoysmaking a difference in the lives ofdisadvantaged young people.
“Working with the YouthCommand gives me the ability towork with disadvantaged youths,many of whom are involved in
crime, and changing their attitudestowards police, themselves andothers,” he said. “I try to give theman alternative by understandingwhat harm is caused by theiractions and creating opportunitiesthrough work with other agenciesto bring about positive socialchanges, therefore leading to asafer community.”
Snr Cst Donni said a careerhighlight was transferring to theYouth Command in 2003.
“With this move came thechance to build relationships with
the young people and families inthe area and the police in theLAC,” he said.
Snr Cst Donni said he felthonoured to be selected as afinalist in the 2012 Rotary PoliceOfficer of the Year Awards.
“I was really honoured that theLeichhardt LAC Commander andCrime Manager chose me, andespecially that they respected andacknowledged the work that I wasdoing now and over the time that Ihave been at the PCYC,” he said.
Snr Cst Scott Chester Manning/Great Lakes LAC
Snr Cst Chester joined the
NSWPF in 1988 and was
stationed at Inverell Police Station.
He initially trained to become a
pastry chef, before deciding to
follow in his father’s footsteps
and pursue a career in policing.
Snr Cst Chester said he loves the
degree of community interaction
involved in his job.
“I love being available and able to
help people in need, interacting and
working with the local community,”
he said.
“I am a country police officer and
believe that you need to police
differently in country locations.
Unlike your city counterparts, where
most people you deal with are
strangers, or assistance and back
up is plentiful, country policing is
challenging and limited. You often
have no back up and rely
completely on communication skills
to defuse situations. People you
arrest are often talking to you in the
street the next day, so it’s important
to treat people how you would
expect to be treated.”
Snr Cst Chester’s most significant
career achievements are being
named the Australia Day Inverell
Shire Citizen of the Year in 2005 and
being involved behind the scenes in
the search for Malcolm Naden. He
said he was surprised to be named
as a finalist in this year’s awards.
“To be a finalist, I am honoured,
proud and a little embarrassed,” he
said. “In hindsight, it’s nice to be
acknowledged and recognised for
the work you do in your local
community and I appreciate the
Rotary Club and the awards
committee believing I am a worthy
applicant and finalist.”
Sgt Glenn Gorick Sutherland LAC
Sgt Gorick joined the NSWPF
in 1985 and was initially
stationed at Kingsgrove. After a
12 year break, Sgt Gorick rejoined
the Force in 2005 and was stationed
at Miranda.
He was inspired to join the Force
by a police officer he knew from a
local swimming club.
“I met Det Sgt Dave Macafee at
our local swimming club and he
was always encouraging me to join
the police force,” Sgt Gorick said.
“As I enjoy helping others and
contributing to the community so
I decided to sign up. I was also
attracted to the interesting
workplace and thought I might
make a good investigator one day.”
Sgt Gorick said his most
significant career achievements
were when he identified and helped
prosecute the ‘red cap bandit’
for 59 armed robberies in
1992 and receiving the Queen’s
Commendation for Bravery for an
arrest in 1993.
He said being named as a finalist
in the 2012 Rotary Police Officer of
the Year Awards was an honour.
“It's very flattering and an
incredible honour when you
consider the amount of good
people in the NSW Police Force
who help others and charities,”
Sgt Gorick said.
“I wish to pass on my experience
to our junior police officers to
maintain our proud traditions.”
Snr Cst Sam Donni Youth Command
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Rotary Volunteer of the Year
Anamari first began working asa Volunteer in Policing (VIP) in
2009 and now shares her timebetween Newtown LAC – whereshe first started – and theMounted Unit.
She said she first decided tobecome a VIP because of theimportant role policing plays in thecommunity.
“I decided to volunteer as Ibelieve, of all the essentialservices, policing is the mostessential. Policing is the oneinstitution that can never say ‘no’,
no matter what the request forassistance is,” Anamari said.
“Police work strikes me asrather like housework, not a lot ofcredit but a lot of complaints andchaos if it doesn't get done.”
Anamari has been involved in anumber of events and activitiesduring her time as a VIP, includingassisting with the Sydney Gay andLesbian Mardi Gras and managingthe VIP contingent for theMounted Unit Open Day.
She said she finds the diversityand the chance to connect with
the community very rewarding.“I enjoy knowing that I am a
small part of an overall significantprocess and I enjoy being in anenvironment surrounded bykind, generous and practicalpeople,” Anamari said, adding thatshe was honoured to be named asa category finalist in this year’sRotary Police Officer of the YearAwards.
“My goal is to keep helping ourNSW Police Force as effectively asI can and in as many ways aspossible.”
Anamari Nelson Newtown LAC
Fiona Bird Northern Beaches LAC
Fiona became a Volunteer
in Policing (VIP) in 1999 at
Northern Beaches LAC. She decided
to get involved with the VIP program
because she was impressed by the
excellent standard of police work in
her local area.
“I became a volunteer as I admire
and respect the work that my local
police officers do in keeping the
northern beaches community safe
and orderly,” Fiona said.
“I wanted to be able to support
them in a real and meaningful way.”
In both her VIP role and her role
as a secondary school teacher in
the northern beaches area, Fiona
has always been focussed on
improving relationships between
local youth and police. Fiona said
her volunteer role has provided her
with an increased understanding
of the NSW Police Force as an
organisation.
“As a civilian I have really enjoyed
gaining a greater insight into how
the Police Force operates and
gaining a greater understanding of
the amazing work police officers
do,” she said.
Fiona is regularly involved with a
range of community engagement
events and has even performed as
the NSW Police Force mascot
Constable Charlie.
She said she was over the moon
to be a finalist in this year’s awards.
“I am completely thrilled. I have
absolutely loved and enjoyed
everything I have done over my
years as a VIP and to be recognised
and acknowledged in this way is
really special,” she said.
Arthur MacLeod Lake Illawarra LAC
Arthur became a Volunteer in
Policing (VIP) following his
retirement from a 36 year career
with the Ambulance Service.
Now aged 81, he has been based
at Lake Illawarra for the past 16
years and said his favourite part of
the job was working with the public.
“The level of cooperation
between police and the public is
what I most enjoy,” Arthur said.
“It’s a window between the two
worlds and the public react to VIPs
in a very positive way. It gives them
an opportunity to talk to someone
without necessarily talking directly
to a police officer – which some
people may find intimidating.”
Arthur said he found attending
public events with the command’s
crime prevention van to be a
particularly rewarding activity.
“It gives us an opportunity to
communicate with a wide variety
of people,” he said.
“Sometimes they provide useful
information that we can then pass
on to police to help them in a direct
way with their work.”
The father of three, grandfather
of six and great grandfather of five
said he had not anticipated being
named as a finalist in this year’s
awards.
“I’m overwhelmed because it
was not something I expected at
all,” he said.
“I’m sure there are a lot of people
who are more worthy than myself.”
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Rotary Police Employee of the Year
Roslyn joined the NSWPF in1976 and was stationed at
Petersham. She said she enjoyedworking in a supportive roledirectly alongside commanders inthe field.
“I enjoy supporting them andthis has always been verysatisfying as they largely haverelied on me to look after theadministrative arm so that theircommand is operating efficiently,with integrity and to ensure thatall our resources are maximised,”Roslyn said.
“In doing this, I want tocontribute to the command sothat it is the best it can be toachieve its policing goals and tomaintain a good reputation withinthe NSW Police Force. The varietyand challenges have always beenstimulating and without exceptionI have enjoyed a career withwonderful administrative staff.”
Roslyn said a career highlightfor her was going through anaccelerated progression at aged 19 to be appointed to the inspector’s clerk position
at Petersham.She is also proud of being
appointed to the local areamanager's position at Mid NorthCoast following a majorrestructure in 1997.
Roslyn said she was humbled to be named as a finalist in the2012 Rotary Police Officer of theYear Awards.
“I really don't like attention – Iprefer to be behind the scenes –but I am very appreciative of thegenerous nomination,” she said.
Robyn Craft The Hills LAC
Robyn started working as a
clerical officer in 1990, in a role
that saw her assisting detectives
and the intelligence office at Castle
Hill Police Station.
She was appointed to the
position of intelligence analyst at
St Marys LAC in June 2003 and
worked there for two and a half
years before returning to work as
an intelligence analyst at The Hills.
Robyn said she loves working as
part of a great team.
“One of the best parts of what I
do is being able to assist police in
targeting criminal activity and those
involved in crime,” she said.
This is not the first time Robyn
has been recognised for her
professional excellence. During an
Operational Crime Review, Robyn
was presented with a Certificate
of Appreciation by the
Commissioner for her valuable
contribution and highly professional
manner within the Intelligence
Office at The Hills LAC.
Speaking of her nomination and
finalist status in this year’s awards,
Robyn said she felt both honoured
and flattered to be recognised at
such a high level.
“I feel privileged to be a part of
the NSW Police Force and have
been rewarded with a wonderful
fulfilling career,” she said. “I hope to
continue assisting and supporting
the Crime Management Unit and
other officers stationed at The Hills
LAC as well as the greater NSW
Police Force.”
Kevin Read Lachlan LAC
Aboriginal Community Liaison
Officer Kevin Read joined the
NSW Police Force in 2009 and was
stationed at Condobolin.
Kevin said he joined to work with
young people and the community
with the goal of helping to lower the
crime rate.
“My favourite part of the job is
the opportunity to help people,
particularly helping young people to
find employment and seeing a
change in the community as a
whole.
“I feel you need to listen to
individuals, families and community
groups,” he said.
“It’s important to run workshops
in our schools, to attend community
interagency meetings and to listen
to what’s working and what’s not
working. We all need to work
together on creating positive
change.”
Kevin said he felt privileged to
be named as a finalist in this
year’s awards.
“I feel privileged to even be
nominated for such an award,” he
said. “I work with a great team of
people and we all work together to
build a safer, stronger community.”
Kevin said his future career goal
is a simple one.
“I hope to help build a safer
community for everyone,” he said.
Roslyn Lang Mid North Coast LAC
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Field Operations Local Area Command Police Officer of the YearCst Heath Grogan Albury LACSnr Cst Melanie Vanderwall Barrier LACL/Snr Cst Jay Maleckas Blacktown LACSnr Cst Todd Douglas Botany Bay LACSnr Cst Robin Crick Brisbane Water LACSgt Benjamin Beach Burwood LACL/Snr Cst Shane Ranee Cabramatta LACL/Snr Cst Paul Watson Campbelltown LACSgt Scott Russell Castlereagh LACSnr Cst Geoffrey Weller Central Hunter LACSnr Cst John Gallop Chifley LACL/Snr Cst Bradley Tod City Central LACCst Adam Gill Coffs/Clarence LACCst Timothy Waite Darling River LACCst Belinda Amies-Peverill Deniliquin LACL/Snr Cst Justin Watters Eastern Beaches LACSgt Peter Bolt Eastern Suburbs LACL/Snr Cst Andrew Dow Eastwood LACDet Snr Cst Andrew Linsell Eastwood LACSnr Cst Peter Realph Eastwood LACDet Sgt Andrew Barnes Fairfield LACDet Sgt John Robertson Far South Coast LACCst Christopher Wilson Gladesville LACSnr Cst Mary Watson Green Valley LACDet Sgt Troy Kauter Griffith LACSgt Gregory Croft Harbourside LACCst Sarah Osborne Hawkesbury LACDet Snr Cst Emma Greig Holroyd LACCst Mikhail Apostolakis Hurstville LACSnr Cst Brendon Lowe Kings CrossDet Sgt Malcolm Donald Kuring-gai LACSnr Cst Peter Davis Kuring-gai LACCst Kate Holman Lachlan LACDet Snr Sgt Darren Kelly Lake Illawarra LACSnr Cst Amy Buttsworth Leichhardt LACDet Snr Cst Christie Houldin Liverpool LACSnr Cst Sandra Farwell Manly LACCst Robert McDonald Miranda LACSgt Paul Batista Monaro LACCst Jennifer Clissold Mt Druitt LACInsp Scott Tanner Mudgee LACL/Snr Cst Gordon Hamilton Newcastle City LACSgt Judith Jones Northern Beaches LACSnr Cst Benjamin Clavel Oxley LACSgt Andrew Coss Parramatta LACSnr Cst Richard Hogan Penrith LACSgt Kieran Richards Police Transport CommandSgt Reginald Schmutter Quakers Hill LACDet Insp Brett Guyatt Quakers Hill LACSgt Mark Peebles Redfern LACDet Snr Cst Bradley Walker Rose Bay LACSgt Robert Grant St George LACDet Sgt Anthony Fokes St Marys LACSgt Samantha Barlow (retired) Surry Hills LACSnr Cst David Hayes Sutherland LACSnr Cst Michael McDonnell The Hills LACSnr Cst Robert Paterson The Hills LACDet Sgt Jeffrey White The Rocks LACSgt David Plunkett Traffic & HWP CommandDet Sgt John Dooley Tuggerah Lakes LACDet Sgt Sandra Green Wagga Wagga LACL/Snr Cst Kym Hutton Wollongong LACL/Snr Cst Tina McPherson Wagga Wagga
Specialist Operations / Corporate ServicesNon Local Area Command Police Officer of the YearSgt Grahame Barlow Alcohol & LicensingDet Snr Cst Adam Child Asian Crime Squad
Det Sgt Stacey Maloney Child Abuse SquadDet Supt John O'Reilly CT&STDet Sgt Meredith McNeill Drug SquadSgt Gregory Moon Forensic Services GroupDet Snr Cst Matthew Ammon Gangs SquadDet Sgt Joseph Paul Maree Homicide SquadInsp John Hill PI&PSgt Andrew Bobin Police Prosecutions
(Western Region)Insp Francesco Reitano Police Prosecutions
(Southern Region)Sgt Kevin Daley Public Affairs BranchInsp Catherine Cole Workforce Safety
Rotary Community AwardDet Sgt Grant Churchin Albury LACSgt John Rutherford Brisbane Water LACSnr Cst Alistair McLeod Coffs/Clarence LACSgt Michael Gibson Fairfield LACSnr Cst Sam Donni Youth CommandL/Snr Cst Gayle Shone Green Valley LACSnr Cst Karen Lowden Harbourside LACSnr Cst Natalie Haynes Hawkesbury LACL/Snr Cst Rachael Joyce Holroyd LACMary Hilmi Liverpool LACSnr Cst Scott Chester Manning/Great Lakes LACSnr Cst Robyn Jennings Northern Beaches LACSnr Cst Veronica Carrasco Redfern LACDet Sgt Shane Wheeler St Marys LACSgt Glenn Gorick Sutherland LAC
The Rotary Clubs of NSW Volunteer in PolicingVolunteer of the Year AwardElwyn Ried Albury LACHal Moir Brisbane Water LACMatthew Wilson Green Valley LACAnnette Bowman Harbourside LACChristine Skurray Hawkesbury LACAnn Phillips Hurstville LACArthur MacLeod Lake Illawarra LACCatherine Murray Liverpool LACRoss Denny Macquarie Fields LACJanelle Anderson Newcastle City LACAnamari Nelson Newtown LACAnamari Nelson Mounted PoliceFiona Bird Northern Beaches LACDiane Miller St George LAC
NSW Rotary Police Employee of the YearChristine Bentley Albury LACTerry Marshall Blacktown LACRaymond Northcote Brisbane Water LACNatalie Dunstan Castlereagh LACCraig Bowra Emergency Management UnitAlex Sentana Fairfield LACRosa Haste Harbourside LACTracey Middleton HawkesburyPamela Freeland HR Workforce SafetyKevin Read Lachlan LACSandra Pese Liverpool LACRonald Bootes MEIGIngrid Thompson Manly LACKathy Nugent Mid North Coast LACJoanna Mackay Miranda LACWendy Ling Newcastle CityRoslyn Lang North RegionSharon Wells Northern Beaches LACTania Madgwick Orana LACAmanda Duncan Public Affairs BranchMaria Jennings Redfern LACBrian Moir SLEDRobyn Craft The Hills LAC
*Some commands include more than one Rotary Club and so have more than one nominee.
2012 Rotary NSW Police Officer of the Year Awards – Nominees
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