Ph 3259 1900 (24 hours) - Queensland Police Union

General Secretary
CPIU offices and the specialised units
within State Crime Operations whose
ongoing professional involvement
have put the Queensland Police
Service among the best policing
services in the world when it comes to
the investigation and prosecution of
these offences.
“A quick reminder to
members that if you
are called upon for a
‘quick chat’, you are
entitled to have a
support person at any
time.”
I recently caught up with the founder
and Executive Officer of Bravehearts,
Hetty Johnson, with our Minister. As
can be seen, the Hon. Jack Dempsey
has thrown his support behind White
Balloon Day. I urge you visit www.
whiteballoonday.com.au to learn more
and see how you too can assist in
making Australia the safest place to
raise a child.
DISTRICT BULLYING OFFICER
As expected, it hasn’t taken long for
one District Officer to establish himself
as a bully to his staff. This behaviour
has followed him throughout his
service in recent years. This type of
conduct will not be tolerated and has
Police Minister Jack Dempsey shows his support for White Balloon Day.
been brought to the attention of senior
QPS management.
A quick reminder to members that if
you are called upon for a ‘quick chat’,
you are entitled to have a support
person at any time.
This serial offender has also directed
staff to not record their interactions
with him. This should ring alarm bells
that inappropriate behaviour is about
to follow. Record your dealings with
this standover merchant, but openly
declare the recording and then alert
this office.
Be Safe.
Mick BARNES
General Secretary
0411 453 335
If it happens, protect yourself and your family
by immediately contacting the QPU office
Ph 3259 1900 (24 hours)
or your regional representative.
They will steer you in the right direction.
Queensland Police Union Journal August 2012 5