SAPOL's SERGEANT BRISTOW IS THE PICK OF THE BUNCH
Sergeant Caroline Bristow was awarded the South Australia Police Officer of the Year for 2011 at a ceremony held in Rundle Mall on Tuesday, 15 May.
This Rotary Club of Unley award seeks to increase awareness of the policing role in the community and offers an opportunity for the community to recognise an outstanding and committed police officer.
A member of the Crime Prevention Section at Berri Police Station, Sergeant Bristow was nominated for her tireless work and valued leadership on a large number of positive initiatives in the Riverland region, including the Juvenile Justice Framework, Blue Light and Watch SA.
Sergeant Bristow has been a driving force behind the award-winning Calperum on the Land program, which aims to provide youth at risk with the necessary cognitive, life and vocation skills to help them make positive life decisions.
She also provided the impetus for the establishment of e-Business Watch in the Riverland and Murraylands, which provides an innovative way for SAPOL to connect with the local business community to reduce crime.
In supporting Sergeant Bristow's nomination, Officer in Charge of Murray Mallee LSA, Superintendent Ian Parrott, highlighted her commitment and motivation. "She has been the catalyst for many initiatives that have resulted in better service delivery and interaction with our local communities," he said.
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SAPOL RANKS FIRST IN THE COUNTRY
The Roy Morgan Image of Professionals Survey 2012 reveals that South Australia police rank the highest of all jurisdictions in the country for our ethical approach, honesty and professionalism.
The survey, which has just been released, lists police generally at 8 out of 30 in terms of the most highly regarded professions - with a national score of 69%. However, SAPOL was singled out as being "very highly rated" with a score of 84%.
This survey supports the annual Community Confidence survey which has seen SAPOL rank first in the country seven times in a decade.
"This latest poll is outstanding news for SAPOL," Commissioner Mal Hyde said.
"It is because of the professionalism and commitment of our staff that SAPOL is regularly rewarded with these type of results," Mr Hyde said.
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CHRISTIES BEACH POLICE STATION - TEMPORARY INTERRUPTION TO SERVICES
Over the next two months, the front office of the Christies Beach Police Station will be undergoing a complete refurbishment to provide a modern and user-friendly facility for employees and the local community. Work will commence on Monday, 14 May 2012 and is expected to be completed by Friday, 29 June 2012.
Members of the public are advised that during this period, the Christies Beach Police Station will operate from a portable office on the western side of the Christies Beach Police Complex from 7.30 am to 11.00 pm daily. The location will be clearly signposted. The switchboard will still operate 24 hours a day to assist with general enquiries.
The following alternate police services are provided during the renovations:
- Aldinga Police Station - office opening hours increased to 9:00 am - 9:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
- McLaren Vale Police Station - opening hours from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
- Hallett Cove Police Station - opening hours from 9.00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
- Sturt Police Station - operates over a 24-hour period.
Enquiries to Christies Beach Police Station, telephone 8392 9000.
BLUEPRINT - SPECIAL ACADEMY EDITION 
The latest edition of SAPOL's quarterly magazine, Blueprint (PDF 9.8MB), is out now.
This special edition provides a comprehensive look inside the state-of-the-art training facilities of the new Police Academy at Taperoo and offers an historical perspective of the Fort Largs Academy.
Stories include:
- Fifty years of history at Fort Largs Academy.
- Female force - the progression of female police officers over the years.
- Final farewell - the last graduation at Fort Largs Academy.
- Facing the future - a modern and progressive training facility for cadets.
- Special photographic lift-out section showcasing the new Academy and its official opening.
- SAPOL's commitment to training and development.
- Probationary Constable Zaaheer 'Zed' McKenzie - the first Indigenous recruit to graduate from the new Academy.
- Service upgrades at Port Adelaide and Elizabeth police stations.
- Yalata Police Station - a new base for remote policing.
SAPOL ZOOMS IN ON PHOTOGRAPHIC COMP 
SAPOL is urging all young people with the right frame of mind to focus on the SAPOL photographic competition and put themselves in the picture for some great prizes.
Launched during the recent National Youth Week by the State Crime Prevention Branch, in partnership with the Neighbourhood Watch Volunteers Association of South Australia Incorporated, the photographic competition aims to inspire the imagination of our youth.
The competition is open to young people between the ages of 12 and 25 and is free to enter.
Three photography categories have been chosen to encourage young people to consider what safety means to them in the areas of keeping themselves and their property safe, and being safe in the community.
Entries close on Wednesday, 1 August, with winners to be announced on the United Nations' International Youth Day on Sunday, 12 August.
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