At the End of the World: Kevin Halsted’s Antarctic Journey
Ushuaia sits at the edge of the Beagle Channel, the southernmost city in Argentina, on the Tierra del Fuego archipelago. It is, as Kevin Halsted describes it, “commonly known as…
A quarter century apart: the making of a bravery family
The remarkable story of Victoria Police veteran Jarrod Michael If you ask Jarrod Andrew Michael where courage comes from, he will not mention the Bravery Medal pinned to his chest.…
The Weight of a Badge, Returned
by Debra Richardson Today I experienced a moment I never expected would affect me the way it did. In policing, there are many symbols of service—but none more personal than…
“In their laughter, I found forgiveness”: on Andrew Atkinson’s journey home to himself
When the aircraft door opened onto the Dili tarmac, the heat struck like a memory. Thirty-four degrees. Ninety-seven percent humidity. Dense air swirling with the unmistakable musty scent of the…
Farewell to a humble hero: Remembering Michael Kenneth Pratt, GC
Today, under sunny skies and solemn salutes, the Victoria Police Academy stood in silence to farewell one of Australia’s most decorated and most loved police veterans, Michael Pratt GC, who…
No veteran left behind: George Mennie’s journey home
Sometimes it’s the quiet stories that say the most about who we are. Take George Mennie (15811). A Wangaratta police veteran, George needed urgent surgery in Melbourne after suffering complications…
Police Veteran Launches Free National CCTV Register
The 13% surge in offences and 27% spike in home invasions in Victoria over the past year has prompted a veteran Victoria Police Detective to launch a pioneering community safety…
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Last week 30 members of the police veteran community got together to enjoy a tram boat trip up the Yarra. It was the perfect summer day for reminiscing, renewing friendships,…
A Transitional Experience
By Mark Bagally (President – Victorian Artists Society VAS) My life so far has been rich and full. I’ve experienced plenty, from the very worst of humanity to the very…
Shining a spotlight on the Past & Present Women Police Association
We had the pleasure of chatting to Wendy Wroblewski, Secretary of the Past & Present Women Police Association (PPWPA) to get a better insight into the fascinating history of women…