I welcome the appointment of Mal Lanyon APM as the 24th Commissioner of the NSW Police Force.
Commissioner-elect Lanyon is a highly accomplished and respected leader, bringing more than 37 years of policing experience to the role. His dedication to public service and his deep understanding of the challenges facing modern policing make him exceptionally well-suited to lead the NSW Police Force into its next chapter.
Over the past year, Mr Lanyon has demonstrated remarkable resilience and strategic leadership as the Acting CEO of the NSW Reconstruction Authority, guiding the state's natural disaster management efforts through complex and demanding circumstances.
Having worked alongside him for many years, I can attest to his operational expertise and commitment to community safety, which has earned him the respect of colleagues across the organisation.
The NSW Police Force is in safe hands. Under Commissioner-elect Lanyon's leadership, we can move forward with confidence to meet the challenges ahead and continue delivering for the people of New South Wales.
On behalf of the Police Executive and more than 20,000 NSW Police Force employees, I am honoured to welcome him back as Commissioner.
Acting Commissioner Peter Thurtell APM
