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News Items

Australia Day Honours 2010

The service and dedication of two long serving Tasmania Police officers has been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours List.  The Australian Police Medal for distinguished service has been awarded to Sergeant Patrick McMahon and Senior Constable Stephen Timmins.

Comment sought on Working with Children and other Vulnerable People Discussion Paper

The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking comment on the establishment of a centralised system for checking those who work with children and other vulnerable people. Comments provided will be used to inform the development and implementation of the model.

Australasian Drug Strategy Conference

The Australasian Drug Strategy Conference (ADSC) was first held in 1999 and is now recognised as Australasia’s pre-eminent law enforcement drug strategy conference. The 5th ADSC is being held from 8th to 11th March 2010 at the Melbourne Convention Exhibition Centre.

Shine a light on safe driving

Tasmanians are being urged to switch their headlights on this Thursday (17 December 2009) in tribute to all those who have been affected by road crashes and to show a renewed commitment to drive safely.

Wheel clamping laws in effect in Tasmania

The Minister for Police & Emergency Management, Jim Cox, today warned motorists that Tasmania Police now have legislative authorities to clamp or confiscate vehicles for a far broader range of offences.  The new laws are in effect from Friday, 11 December 2009.

Operation Unite: A Blitz Against Drunken Violence

Police Commissioners from across Australia and New Zealand gathered in Perth today for the launch of a united stand against drunken violence and anti-social alcohol related behaviour in nightspot areas of major cities.

Tough Penalties for Supplying Children with Alcohol

The Minister for Police and Emergency Management, Jim Cox, today announced tough new penalties are now in force in Tasmania for people who irresponsibly supply alcohol to young people on private property.

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