National Police Remembrance Day

Blue Ribbons

National Police Remembrance Day is identified annually by the wearing of the traditional blue and white chequerboard ribbon, officially recognised as the symbol of Remembrance Day.  As a sign of respect and support for Tasmania Police, members of the community are asked to wear or display the blue and white ribbons during the period of remembrance.

History of National Police Remembrance Day

The 29th of September each year holds special significance for Police throughout Australasia and the South West Pacific region. It is the day we celebrate the Feast of St Michael, the Patron Saint of Police, who, according to Church tradition, is the protector of good over evil. It is also National Police Remembrance Day.

The 1988 Conference of Commissioners of Police of Australasia and the South West Pacific region resolved to introduce the Police Remembrance Service to provide an opportunity to reflect on our Police colleagues who have died while serving their Police service and the community. The first Remembrance Day service was held in all Policing jurisdictions on 29 September 1989.

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