Senior Constable Brodie Anderson named 2021 Rotary Club of Darwin NT Police Officer of the Year

The NT Police Officer of the Year has been announced. Find out who it is here.

ALICE Springs police officer Senior Constable Brodie Anderson has been named the 2021 Rotary Club of Darwin NT Police Officer of the Year.

SC Anderson currently works as a Welfare Officer.

Deputy Commissioner Murray Smalpage said, “The Welfare Officer is a highly-demanding role that requires astute thinking, compassion and empathy in supporting the health and wellbeing of serving members across the Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services operating in the Barkly and Southern regions.

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“The outstanding services delivered by Senior Constable Anderson underpin the continued ability of our officers to serve and protect the community.

“She might not have a highly-visible role, but it is a vital one for the NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services.

L-R Superintendent Neil Hayes, Her Honour The Honourable Vicki O’Halloran AO, Senior Constable Brodie Anderson, and Rotary Club of Darwin President Paul Simon at the award ceremony at Government House

“Senior Constable Anderson provides support and care of members and their families who are experiencing periods of hardship, grief, family breakdown or when injured while on duty.”

Senior Constable Anderson formally received her award at a private reception on Thursday at Government House, hosted by Her Honour The Honourable Vicki O’Halloran AO, Administrator of the Northern Territory.

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