The start of a unique path
We welcome the
131 probationary
constables of
Class 325.
C
ommissioner Andrew Scipione
joined the Governor of NSW,
His Excellency General The
Honourable David Hurley AC DSC
(top right) to inspect our newest
recruits on 21 August.
The 98 men and 33 women of
Class 325 are aged between 20
and 48 and include 10 officers who
were born overseas and three who
identify as being of Aboriginal or
Torres Strait Island background.
Commissioner Scipione said
the new recruits are about to
embark upon a highly diverse and
rewarding career path.
“Policing is a unique career
that will offer these new
probationary constables exciting
opportunities each day,” he said.
“Their experiences will be both
challenging and gratifying, and
reaching this milestone shows
they have the resilience and
determination to succeed.”
As the recruits began their
careers, Sgt Danny Webster and
Sgt Maxwell Madgwick (top left)
ended theirs, marching off the
parade ground to the salute of the
Commissioner after 39 years and
40 years of service respectively.
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Officer’s bravery honoured
Snr Cst Michael Bobako was presented with
a Valour Award at the attestation parade for
conspicuous merit and exceptional bravery
in the line of duty.
On 11 November 2010, Snr Cst Bobako and
other officers responded to a call about a man
threatening friends with a knife. When police
later pursued the man, he rammed their
vehicle before escaping on foot. Officers went
to the man’s house where he confronted them
armed with a tyre iron. During a particularly
violent Snr Cst Bobako was struck on the arm,
suffering significant injuries, and was forced to
shoot the man.
Commissioner Scipione said the Valour Award
is the highest commendation he can bestow on
officers for acts of bravery.
“This award recognises the incredible
courage and selflessness displayed by Snr Cst
Bobako under extraordinary circumstances,”
he said. “He risked his personal safety to ensure
the safety of his fellow officers and the wider
community. His actions represent the highest
standard of the NSW Police Force and it’s an
honour to acknowledge him.”
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