The Keith Smith Community Policing Award honours those who go beyond traditional policing by building trust, fostering partnerships, and improving the social cohesion of their communities.

In June 2025, Constable Keith Smith was killed in the line of duty in an incident in the north west of Tasmania.

Keith was a well-respected and dedicated police officer who was committed to providing meaningful support to individuals while building lasting relationships founded on trust and service. These values – service and support – defined his 25-year career.

Keith carried himself with quiet professionalism and calm resolve, and made a real difference in the lives of everyday Tasmanians in a way that was overwhelmingly positive and long-lasting.

Keith’s 25 years’ experience were not merely measured in time served, but in lives touched, communities protected, and the countless moments where his presence made a difference.

Keith Smith Community Policing Award

In honour of Constable Smith, Commissioner Donna Adams established the Keith Smith Community Policing Award in September 2025.

The inaugural award seeks nominations from within Tasmania Police and members of the Tasmanian community for a currently-serving police officer who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to community-focused policing and engagement, and whose service to the community reflects the compassion, service, and trust that Constable Smith embodied throughout his 25-year career.

Eligibility

This award recognises a currently-serving member of Tasmania Police who has made a significant impact through community policing and engagement.

It aims to highlight those officers who have contributed meaningfully to safety and connection, and building cohesion within Tasmanian communities.

Nominees for the inaugural Keith Smith Community Policing Award must be a currently-serving member of Tasmania Police.

*IMPORTANT: The nominee does not need to be assigned to any specific area and can be performing any operational or non-operational duties within Tasmania Police.

Nomination closing date

Nominations close on Friday, 19 September 2025.

Begin nomination

To submit a nomination, please complete the form below:

Keith Smith Community Policing Award Nomination

Nominee details – the person you wish to nominate*(Required)

First name Last name

Rank/Title

District/Command (if known)

Contact phone number

Email adress

Nominator details – your details(Required)

first name Last name

Title

Organisation/community group (if applicable)

Contact phone number

Email address

Q1 – Is the nominee aware that you have nominated them?(Required)

Yes

Q2 – Do you have supporting documentation for this nomination?

Yes

If 'Yes' – Supporting documentation is limited to a maximum of 3 pages.

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Q3 – Nomination headline(Required)

In one sentence please describe why the nominee is so outstanding – this description will be used during the presentation of the Award. Example: “This nominee has consistently gone above and beyond traditional policing duties by building trust, fostering partnerships, and making a significant positive impact on the Tasmanian community by XYZ”.

Q4 – Nomination summary(Required)

In no more than one paragraph, outline the key reasons for this nomination.

Q5 – Nomination submission: Each criterion requires an individual response (200-300 words per criteria, maximum). Please provide as much information as possible on the nominee's accomplishments, including specffic examples of their contribution and positive impact on the community.(Required)

1. Commitment to community engagement: Demonstrated ability to build lasting relationships, foster trust, and work closely with the community.

2. Personal dedication: A strong commitment to service and improving community cohesion through community policing.

3. Embodying the values of service: Reflecting the core values exemplified by Constable Keith Smith – dedication, compassion, and integrity.

4. Impact on the community: The nominee’s work should have led to positive outcomes for the Tasmanian community.

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Note: Additional work history checks will be conducted by the selection panel, prior to making a final decision.

Nomination closing date: Nominations close on Friday, 19 September 2025.

Thank you for your time and effort in submitting this nomination, and sharing how your nominee has embodied the spirit and legacy left by Constable Keith Smith.

If your nominee is awarded the Keith Smith Community Policing Award, you or your organisation’s representative will be invited to attend the Award ceremony in October/November this year (this is not mandatory, and your nomination can be kept anonymous at your request).

Contact

If you have any questions about the Keith Smith Community Policing Award or the nomination process, please contact keithsmithpolicingaward@police.tas.gov.au.