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Western Australia Police Service Medals

Service in the Western Australia Police (WAPOL) is recognized with the awarding of several medals. These medals represent service length, bravery and excellence. Whilst service in WAPOL may also qualify officers for other awards under the Australian Honours system, these awards do not fall within the system itself.

WA Police Service Medal (WAPSM)

The WA Police Service Medal is awarded in recognition of ten years of service with "clasps" awarded for each additional five years of service.

The medal was instituted in...

Whilst length of service is a major component, officer's must have provided "diligent and ethical service". Officer's may be delayed or even be deemed ineligible if subject to disciplinary action.

The obverse side of the medal features the Western Australia coat of arms with the scroll "Protect and Serve". The ribbon is blue and white representing the traditional policing colours.

WA Police Commissioner's Medal of Excellence

The WA Police Commissioner's Medal of Excellence was instituted in 2004 and is awarded...

WA Police Cross for Bravery

The WA Police Cross for Bravery is awarded for...

WA Police Cadet Medal

The WA Police Cadet Medal is awarded in recognition of a minimum of 180 days as a cadet in the WA Police. The medal was instituted in ...