Media notes - Meritorious

AUSTRALIAN POLICE MEDAL (APM)
Sergeant Dimitrios (Jim) BELLOS
Sergeant Bellos has demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment throughout his
14 years in the Queensland Police Service (QPS); in particular, his last 7 years as the
cross-cultural liaison officer for Metropolitan South Region which is an area home to
200 communities speaking 150 languages and practising more than 130 religions. Over the
years, Sergeant Bellos has built a relationship of trust, respect and understanding between
these communities and the police. With endless energy and enthusiasm he establishes
community consultative groups, organises multi-faith dinners, supports people through
personal and family tragedy, and runs the For the Love of the Game' program. Through the
shared enjoyment of sport, particularly soccer, the program brings together more than 8,000
young people from diverse backgrounds and is a real catalyst in breaking down barriers, and
has resulted in a substantial decline in youth crime. Sergeant Bellos works closely with the
refugee population and provides education and assistance to the refugees about policing and
community. He is held in the highest regard by the QPS and the communities he interacts
with on a daily basis. He has achieved a high level of acceptance through outstanding
communication skills, dedication and persistence.
Awards/recognition include:
Australia Day Ambassador, since 2010.
Assistant Commissioner Robert William GEE
Assistant Commissioner Gee has demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment
during his distinguished career with the Queensland Police Service. His commitment, skill
and expertise in operational policing practices, organisational improvement and professional
development have contributed to his effectiveness in key positions in both operational and
corporate areas. He was recently appointed as the Assistant Commissioner, Information and
Communications Technology Division. His professionalism, leadership abilities and strategic
planning skills epitomise the pursuit of excellence and have contributed to the enhancement
of ethical standards, discipline and professional practice and significant structural reform of
the Queensland Police Service. His approach to his own professional development and the
encouragement of police officers to seek out higher education and development opportunities
are indicative of his commitment to the philosophy of continuous improvement. Assistant
Commissioner Gee has served the community in Queensland in a broad range of operational
and corporate responsibilities, and he is recognised for his leadership, strategic planning
skills, and contribution to improvements frontline policing.
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