Ten new Auxiliary Police Officers have graduated today, boosting the Northern Territory Police Force’s capacity through increased communication and support roles in Darwin.
Auxiliary Squad 98 reflects the diverse range of backgrounds within the Northern Territory Police Force, with graduates including a former business manager, Public Housing Safety Officer, student and firefighter.
Expanding the Northern Territory Police Force is a key part of the Finnocchiaro CLP Government’s commitment to reducing crime and keeping Territory communities safe.
Ten new Auxiliary Police Officers have graduated today, strengthening the Northern Territory Police Force’s ability to serve and protect Territorians. The graduates completed 12 weeks of intensive training and will now take up vital communications and support roles in Darwin.
Deputy Chief Minister Gerard Maley congratulated the graduates on reaching this important milestone and thanked them for choosing a career protecting the community.
“Today marks the beginning of an incredibly rewarding career for these 10 graduates, who have answered the call to serve their community and help keep Territorians safe,” Minister Maley said.
“These men and women come from a diverse range of backgrounds, but they are united by a shared commitment to helping others and making a difference.”
Auxiliary Squad 98 demonstrates the breadth of experience within the Northern Territory Police Force, with graduates ranging from a former business manager and Public Housing Safety Officer to a student and a firefighter.
Minister Maley said one of the most inspiring stories from the graduating squad was that of Bryannon Ruskin, whose son serves as a Police Public Safety Officer and sister is a Constable working in a remote community.
“Today Bryannon joins a proud family tradition while forging her own path in policing.”
“It is a powerful reminder that policing is more than a profession. It is a commitment to community, service and family,” Minister Maley said.
Another member of the squad is Darwin resident, Lidia Aniceto, who joined the Territory Police force to give back to the community she was raised in.
Minister Maley said the graduates would play an essential role supporting frontline police and serving as a key point of contact for members of the public during emergencies and times of need.
“Community safety and reducing crime remain the number one priority of the Finocchiaro CLP Government, and these graduates will make an important contribution to that effort every day,” he said.
“On behalf of all Territorians, I thank each of these graduates for stepping forward to serve and protect. I wish them every success in their careers with the Northern Territory Police Force.”
