On the ball during ‘fantastic journey’ of 40 years policing
During his 40 years of policing Inspector Glen Ball has worked in a diverse range of areas, from the Port Arthur massacre to cracking down on outlaw motorcycle gangs. Now, he has been recognised for his contribution towards Tasmania’s safety. Read his story >>
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IN 40 years in the force, police inspector Glen Ball has taken on outlaw motorcycle gangs and performed a tactical role during one of the state’s darkest days.
Since his promotion to inspector in 1999, Insp Ball has managed a diverse range of areas, including Deloraine Uniform Division, Northern Criminal Investigation, Drug Investigations, Internal Investigations, Specialist Capability, Forensic Services and the Serious Organised Crime Division.
He was today recognised for his contribution to society by being awarded the Meritorious Australia Police medal as part of the Queen’s Birthday honours.
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Insp Ball said he viewed the recognition “as an award not just for me but for the people that have worked with me too”.
“I think after 40 years, maybe it’s confirmation that I’ve been doing the right thing for the majority of the time and recognition of the numerous team members that have worked with me over those four decades,” he said.
Insp Ball performed a tactical role as part of the Special Operations Group at the 1996 Port Arthur incident and was part of the team who made the arrest.
He has also been heavily involved in a number of complex investigations including cold case murders, major fraud investigations, and legislative reforms and operational responses targeting outlaw bikie gangs.
“The great thing about policing is that there are so many variations of jobs, within the job,” he said.
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“I’ve worked in numerous roles that are so completely different to others, from uniform duties to being a detective, working in forensics, professional standards and the special operations group … it’s all been fantastic – a great journey.”
Tasmania Police Commissioner Darren Hine said Insp Ball’s professionalism, integrity and sustained commitment made him a worthy recipient of the Australian Police Medal.
“Having spent the last 18 years in senior leadership and management, Inspector Ball leads by example with a commitment to sharing his knowledge and experience of policing as he mentors other members within Tasmania Police,” he said.
“I thank Insp Glen Ball for his dedication to duty and congratulate him on this honour.”
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