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Green Valley Police Station welcomes residents for open day

Community members got a rare behind-the-scenes look at policing when Green Valley police station opened its doors on Saturday.

Marcus Wong, 4, with Constable Tiffany Stantonol at Green Valley LAC’s open day. Picture: Angelo Velardo
Marcus Wong, 4, with Constable Tiffany Stantonol at Green Valley LAC’s open day. Picture: Angelo Velardo

Community members got a rare behind-the-scenes look at policing when Green Valley police station opened its doors on Saturday.

The station held its first open day in several years and it was a hit – particularly with young families.

Crime Prevention Officer Senior Constable Raffaelle Frisina thanked the community for supporting the event which attracted more than 600 people over the course of the day.

The Polair chopper was very popular with families. Picture: Angelo Velardo
The Polair chopper was very popular with families. Picture: Angelo Velardo
Senior Constable Kee Sisouvath, Senior Constable Kylie Girdham and Senior Constable Bjelan Susan feed over 500 people at the open day. Picture: Angelo Velardo
Senior Constable Kee Sisouvath, Senior Constable Kylie Girdham and Senior Constable Bjelan Susan feed over 500 people at the open day. Picture: Angelo Velardo

A number of NSW Police agencies including Highway Patrol, Polair and a dedicated domestic violence team were on hand to answer questions.

There was plenty of entertainment too, with children given the chance to drive battery-operated cars with the NSW Police logo.

Army and police recruitment teams were also available to speak about career opportunities.

Sen-Constable Frisina said there was something for everyone.

“(The community) had a great time. They want it more often,” he said.

Max Koschel, 7, with his uncle Constable Grant Koschel. Picture: Angelo Velardo
Max Koschel, 7, with his uncle Constable Grant Koschel. Picture: Angelo Velardo
Army Reserve Privates Zac Bennett-Haniotis and Conor Keane. Picture: Angelo Velardo
Army Reserve Privates Zac Bennett-Haniotis and Conor Keane. Picture: Angelo Velardo

He said the event was a chance to raise awareness of the different arms of the NSW Police, including the work of specialist officers in the local area command.

He said there was potential for more open days in the future based on community demand.

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