NORTH East police officers have been recognised for their work during an awards ceremony in Wangaratta.
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About 100 people attended Thursday’s annual service.
Officers received medals for long service and for ethical and diligent service.
Superintendent Paul O'Halloran said it was important to acknowledge the work police undertake.
“I think it’s important to recognise the outstanding work that police members have done,” he said.
“It’s also to recognise long and dedicated service.
“It’s not only about the police, but also the families that support the officers who often work a long and challenging job.”
Three Wodonga officers received special recognition for their work tackling crime in the city.
Sergeant Mal Clarke, Senior Constable Travis Aylmore and Constable Ben Ryan focused on offences including car thefts and break-ins after a spike in incidents.
“It was looking at what we would call recidivist offenders and volume crimes, including residential burglaries, car thefts and associated thefts,” Superintendent O’Halloran said.
“I think their dedication and commitment to tackling high-volume crime that was impacting the community was certainly worthy of recognition.”
Senior Sergeant Doug Incoll and retired Leading Senior Constable Barry Harris were recognised for 35 years of service.
Bradley Beecroft received the National Emergency Medal for his work during the Black Saturday bushfires in 2009.
A further 40 service medals were given to other officers.
