Released 21/08/2018
Assistant Commissioner Justine Saunders has informed me of her intention to take on a new position with the Australian Government.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Assistant Commissioner Saunders for her outstanding work as the Chief Police Officer for the ACT.
Assistant Commissioner Saunders brought with her a breadth of experience. Over her career, Assistant Commissioner Saunders spent more than 29 years working in community policing and national operational areas within the AFP, including drug importation and fraud.
Since taking on the role as Chief Police Officer for the ACT in November 2016, Assistant Commissioner Saunders has worked very closely with me as Minister for Police and Emergency Services. I have found her expertise and advice over this time invaluable.
Her work with ACT Policing is to be commended. She has invested significant resources in engaging with the local community about policing matters. She has begun the important process of reforming the future of ACT Policing. She has also delivered strong results in combatting the criminal activities of outlaw motor cycle gangs through Taskforce Nemesis.
Assistant Commissioner Saunders joined the AFP in 1989 and has a Bachelor of Social Sciences (Policing Studies) with Distinction, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Management and a Masters in Management and Leadership (Policing).
I am proud to have worked with Justine and I thank her for her commitment to ensuring Canberra remains one of the safest places in the world to live. I wish Justine all the best for the next stage of her career.
I look forward to the appointment of a successor to ensure a smooth transition period.
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Mick Gentleman, MLA | Media Releases