Police Veterans Victoria

Police Veterans Victoria Police Veterans Victoria (PVV) is a not-for-profit that provides support to Victoria Police veterans.

Strategic Advocacy and Parliamentary Engagement for Our Police VeteransAt Police Veterans Victoria (PVV), ensuring susta...
06/10/2026

Strategic Advocacy and Parliamentary Engagement for Our Police Veterans

At Police Veterans Victoria (PVV), ensuring sustainable support for former Victoria Police members and their families remains our highest priority. Effective advocacy requires open doors and ongoing dialogue across the entire political spectrum.

Our CEO recently had the opportunity to meet with the Victorian Police Minister to present PVV’s strategic funding proposal. While the Government is unable to make financial commitments ahead of the upcoming election, we want to thank Paul for a very gracious, open, and understanding discussion. Importantly, he agreed to work closely with PVV on our future funding submissions should the Government regain power, this is a positive step forward in recognising the vital role our organisation plays across Victoria.

At the same time, we continue to receive strong, unwavering support from the Opposition. It was a privilege to spend time this week alongside the Leader of the Victorian Liberal Party, , and the Shadow Minister for Police, , at the Remembrance Day march. Their ongoing engagement and genuine commitment to the wellbeing of our police veteran community is deeply appreciated.

Whether meeting with government representatives or shadow ministers, our message remains clear: supporting those who dedicated their lives to keeping Victorians safe is a shared responsibility. We look forward to working collaboratively with all sides of parliament to secure a sustainable, long-term future for our veterans and their families.

Help shape the future of Police Veterans VictoriaPolice Veterans Victoria is growing — and we’re looking for people with...
03/10/2026

Help shape the future of Police Veterans Victoria

Police Veterans Victoria is growing — and we’re looking for people with the skills, experience and commitment to help shape what comes next.

We have established two important volunteer committees, both CEO-led and approved by the PVV Board:

🔹 Policy & Advocacy Committee
This committee will research the needs of police veterans and their families, build evidence-based cases for support, and help ensure PVV’s advocacy is informed by real needs and sound research.

🔹 Business Development & Funding Committee
This committee will turn those insights into opportunity — developing grant applications, corporate partnerships, sponsorships and other sustainable revenue streams.

Together, these committees will help PVV turn evidence into action and opportunity — strengthening our ability to secure government, private and philanthropic funding and, ultimately, deliver better long-term support to police veterans and their families.

These are voluntary positions, but they are important roles with the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to the future of PVV.

If you have relevant experience in policy, research, advocacy, business development, fundraising, grants, corporate partnerships or strategic planning, we would love to hear from you.

👉 Volunteer Policy Analysts – Policy & Advocacy Committee
Apply via EthicalJobs

👉 Business Development & Funding Committee Members
Apply via EthicalJobs

Please share this post with your colleagues, contacts and networks. You may know someone with exactly the skills PVV needs.

Your experience could help make a difference to the future of police veterans and their families.

RE POSTEDOn his first day as CEO of Police Veterans Victoria, Chris Potaris received his Victoria Police Service Medal (...
02/10/2026

RE POSTED

On his first day as CEO of Police Veterans Victoria, Chris Potaris received his Victoria Police Service Medal (VPSM) from Deputy Commissioner Libby Murphy.

The medal was awarded to Chris 23 years ago, but for a range of reasons, he never had the opportunity to formally receive it.

Last Monday that wrong was finally put right.

There is something particularly fitting about Chris receiving this recognition on his first day leading an organisation dedicated to supporting those who have served in Victoria Police.

Recognition matters. Service matters. And sometimes, the acknowledgement someone deserved takes a little longer than it should.

23 years late — but never too late to recognise service.

Congratulations Chris, and thank you for your service to Victoria Police and to the veteran community.

A CALL FOR HELPJosh has spent his working life helping protect others. First as a forest firefighter during the devastat...
29/09/2026

A CALL FOR HELP

Josh has spent his working life helping protect others. First as a forest firefighter during the devastating 2020 Gippsland fires and as a current serving member of Victoria Police. Now, at just 32 years of age this son, husband and father is facing brain cancer. Following three brain surgeries in August, Josh and his wife, Jen, face an enormous challenge while raising Evie and baby Maisie.

Josh’s family is fundraising to access targeted treatment recommended by his medical team, with ongoing medication costs of approximately $3,000 a month currently falling to the family. Their hope is deeply personal: more time together, watching their children grow and sharing the everyday moments that mean everything.

Police Veterans Victoria is sharing Josh’s story with his consent and asking our community to support him. If you can, please donate to help ease the financial burden of treatment. If donating isn’t possible, sharing this appeal can help it reach someone who can.

Let’s stand beside Josh and his family and be part of Support Team Josh.
https://gofund.me/f372ba064

PVV was well represented today at the National Police Remembrance Day service at St.Kilda Road with veterans taking part...
29/09/2026

PVV was well represented today at the National Police Remembrance Day service at St.Kilda Road with veterans taking part in the march and laying a wreath on behalf of all veterans.

We were particularly grateful for the comments made by Deputy Commissioner Bob Hill who recognised the importance of the work we do supporting all fellow veterans.

It was a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues and supporters including Jess Wilson and Brad Battin from the State Liberal party.

ROMSEY, LANCEFIELD & SURROUNDS VETERANS LUNCHWednesday 7 October 2026 | 12:00 pm | Lost Watering Hole Brewery, Lancefie...
28/09/2026

ROMSEY, LANCEFIELD & SURROUNDS VETERANS LUNCH

Wednesday 7 October 2026 | 12:00 pm | Lost Watering Hole Brewery, Lancefield.

Hello fellow veterans,

Ian Goss and Paul Mitchell are pleased to invite you to another veterans lunch, this time at the Lost Watering Hole Brewery in Lancefield, where we will also enjoy a brewery tour.

This is a great opportunity to catch up with old mates, meet fellow veterans and enjoy some good company in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

All veterans from across the Macedon Ranges and surrounding areas, as well as anywhere across Victoria, are warmly welcome.

Event details
Date: Wednesday 7 October 2026
Time: 12:00 noon
Venue: Lost Watering Hole Brewery, 8/10 The Crescent, Lancefield,
Includes: Brewery tour

RSVP by Wednesday 30 September 2026 by emailing either Paul or Ian at the addresses below:
Paul Mitchell: [email protected]
Ian Goss: [email protected]

We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible for a great afternoon of camaraderie, conversation and catching up.

The Past & Present Women in Policing Association was established in 1993 to provide the opportunity for past and present...
27/09/2026

The Past & Present Women in Policing Association was established in 1993 to provide the opportunity for past and present women police (and associates) to communicate, socialise, share friendships and support each other.

PPWPA’s annual October lunch and AGM will be held on Sunday, October 25 from 12.00pm to 4.00pm at the Waterside Hotel, Flinders Street, Melbourne. The lunch is a great opportunity for continuing the tradition of forging friendships with other women of policing.

A highlight this year will be the introduction of the PPWPA's inaugural ambassador, Neary Ty who will present a keynote speech. Secure your booking via this Trybooking link. Cost is $65, which includes main and dessert. Purchase your own drinks.

PVV supports all groups who provide a community for our people to stay connected - this is a great example of that phiiosphy at work.

*Content warning*At approximately 2.15 am on Saturday, 27th September, 1986 Senior Constable Maurice Moore, was alone in...
26/09/2026

*Content warning*

At approximately 2.15 am on Saturday, 27th September, 1986 Senior Constable Maurice Moore, was alone in a police vehicle in Brougham Street, Maryborough, when he intercepted a vehicle being pushed along the street, by two men. One man decamped prior to Senior Constable Moore’s arrival.
Moore detained the other man, and commenced to make inquiries over the police radio as to the ownership of the intercepted vehicle. Prior to a reply being received, the detained man overpowered Moore, and took possession of his .38 police issue revolver. He then shot Moore in the face and four times in the back.

The man who killed Senior Constable Moore was later convicted at the Ballarat Supreme Court of his murder, and sentenced to a lengthy prison term.

Maurice made the ultimate sacrifice and today we remember him and thank him for his service.

*Content warning* Detective Senior Sergeant John Edward Hill 15756Joining the Victoria Police Force in 1967, John Edward...
26/09/2026

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Detective Senior Sergeant John Edward Hill 15756

Joining the Victoria Police Force in 1967, John Edward Hill experienced a great deal of pride during his 26 year career. Rising through the ranks, at one stage being a Homicide Squad Detective Senior Sergeant, one of his final investigations in that role investigating the 11 October 1988 fatal police shooting of Graeme Russell Jensen.

Eight detectives, or former detectives, were charged with offences surrounding the Jensen shooting. John Hill, charged with being an accessory after the fact, arising from his investigation of the shooting, suspended from Victoria Police.

Humiliated, John Hill reached the end upon his realization of having to stand in the Supreme Court as a suspended, charged police investigator, as a prosecution witness in the matter of the murder of Jensen’s mother by his brother, Clinton Jensen.

Experiencing initial feelings of ‘burn out’, due to ‘too many laws’, as well as ‘too many jobs’, John put himself under ‘too much pressure’ in 1990, however would not admit such until taking his tragic, final action.

Suffering personal humiliation, uncertainty and degradation, 47 years of age, Detective Senior Sergeant John Edward Hill 15756 took his own life in Springthorpe Reserve, Murrumbeena in the early hours of Sunday 27 September 1993.

John made the ultimate sacrifice and today we remember him and thank him for his service

It is with incredible sadness that we honour Constable Mia Lay, who tragically died in the line of duty at Redfern this ...
25/09/2026

It is with incredible sadness that we honour Constable Mia Lay, who tragically died in the line of duty at Redfern this morning.

We extend our deepest condolences to Mia’s family, loved ones, colleagues and friends.

This is a solemn day for the NSW Police Force and we stand united.

These events can be triggering for serving and veteran members. look out for each other and reach out to us if you need help or support

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