Finocchiaro CLP Government welcomes newest members of the Northern Territory Police Force, with 30 new graduates from Constable Squad 162.
A number of members of Squad 162 have strong family bonds to the Force.
As part of the Finocchiaro CLP Government's commitment to reduce crime, 289 new police recruits across all streams have commenced training and graduated.
The Finocchiaro CLP Government has welcomed the newest members of the Northern Territory Police Force, with a number of the 30 new graduates from Constable Squad 162 having strong family bonds to the Force.
The graduating class boasts some heart-warming family connections to serving and retired members of the Force, including fathers and sons, cousins, brothers, uncles and partners.
Chief Minister and Minister for Police Lia Finocchiaro said the personal bonds reflected the strength of the Territory's policing family.
"We have seven graduates here today with family who are serving or who have served with the NT Police Force, so it certainly gives new meaning to welcoming them to the Territory Police family," the Chief Minister said.
She said she was also encouraged to see that 22 of the 30 new recruits were from around Australia and New Zealand.
"It's a sign of the high regard in which the NT Police Force is held that we are attracting so many recruits from other jurisdictions and overseas. The Force has a great reputation for a reason - it's the finest in Australia."
The new Constables will be posted to Alice Springs (12), Darwin (six), Katherine (10) and Tennant Creek (two).
"These new officers will bolster our efforts to reduce crime and create safer communities right across the Territory," the Chief Minister said.
"They have the full support of a Government that backs our police and is determined to continue to make the Territory safer."
As part of the Finocchiaro CLP Government's commitment to reduce crime, 289 new police recruits across all streams have commenced training and graduated, including Constables, PPSOs, and Auxiliaries.
Crime rates have fallen to 2017 levels under the CLP Government and there are 3,500 less victims of crime.
Squad 162 Graduates with family serving or who have served with the NT Police Force:
· Cruz Aranui, father Dwayne Davies, Acting Sergeant at Alice Springs
"With both my father and uncle serving in the NTPF, I am proud to continue our family's strong connection to the profession."
· Kristen Puckeridge, cousin Gary Walsh, Constable First Class - Territory Safety Division
"I joined the NTPF ready for a new adventure, a challenge, and the opportunity to make a difference."
· Kobe Rosser, great uncle Ken Dwyer, retired Senior Sergeant
"I am looking forward to a challenging and fulfilling career, working in a new environment where every day brings something different."
· Nathan Murphy, brother Matthew Murphy, Senior Constable in Greater Darwin
"I am looking forward to learning from more experienced officers and being there when people need me."
· Montana Robertson, partner Zachary Pietzsch, Constable in Tiwi Islands
"I joined the NTPF to challenge myself and to stand beside people through some of the most difficult times in their lives, showing them they are not alone."
· Joshua Willmett, father Garry Willmett, Senior Constable - Strike Force Trident
"Graduation marks the end of training, but the start of a lifelong commitment to serving and protecting."
