THREE new probationary constables were personally welcomed to the region this week by Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall as they reported for their first day of duty with the New England Police District.
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The three were Samantha Petty, Claudia Gilmore and Tegan Smith. Together with their three counterparts starting this week in Moree, the officers bring the total number of new recruits in the New England District over the past two years to 26.
The new constables will be based Glen Innes, Armidale, and Inverell and noted all had grown up in rural areas.
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“The new recruits will be wonderful additions to the local police ‘family’, and it’s great to know that they all come from country communities, having grown up in Moree, Tamworth and Lismore,” Mr Marshall said.
“Policing can be an extremely challenging profession but with the training they’ve received from the academy and from what they’ll learn in their local commands they’ll be adequately prepared to step into this important role.
“If you happen to see our newest officers, please stop, say g’day and welcome them to our region.”
Class 335 included 257 recruits who have attested as Probationary Constables. These new recruits will commence on-the-job training and will continue distance education before graduating with an Associate Diploma in Policing Practice.
