In 2001, it was resolved to establish a National Police Memorial in Canberra.
The Memorial pays tribute to Australian Police Officers who have been killed on duty or have died as a result of their duties since the advent of policing in Australia and to recognise the unique nature of police service and the dangers that police face in their daily pursuits.
The $2.4million memorial was jointly funded by the Australian Government (through the Australian Federal Police), State and Territory Police Services and Police Federation of Australia.
The Memorial was completed and dedicated on 29 September 2006 (National Police Remembrance Day). Following the dedication ceremony, a criteria for future inclusion of names on the National Police Memorial was agreed upon together with a National Police Memorial Co-ordination Committee.
On this day
20 July 1955
South Australia
Grosvenor died after a truck struck him on Anzac Hwy Morphettville as he reported a motorist for a traffic offence. The motorist also died.
On this day
20 July 1946
New South Wales
On 9 August 1943 Constable Williams was working at the Mona Vale Police Station and whilst attempting to kick-start a Police motor cycle became ill. He walked to his residence at the station and soon lost consciousness. After being treated at his residence he was admitted to the Manly District Hospital the following day where it was determined that he had suffered a heart attack. Upon recovery the Constable resumed light duties at Manly Police Station however in October 1945 he suffered another attack. Although he again recovered and resumed light duties he suffered a third and fatal attack on 20 July 1946. The Constable was born in 1908 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 5 December 1928. At the time of his death he was stationed at Mona Vale.
On this day
20 July 1893
Western Australia
Drowned.
Remembering mates – Wall to Wall Ride is held in September each year.
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National Police Remembrance Day is an annually recognised on 29th September.
Please note for 2025, services will be held on Monday 29th September.
Check with your State/Territory police organisation for local information of services to be held, or click here for more information.
The National Police Memorial is located in Kings Park on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin adjacent to Queen Elizabeth II Island and the National Carrillion. View in Google maps