National Police Legacy Day
17 June 2025
We’re thrilled to have you with us for the start of a new tradition: 17 June 2025 will be the first National Police Legacy Day. Police Legacies have been supporting Police Families across Australia for 54 years, and now we are coming together nationally to honour this legacy of care. On 17 June this year - and all years going forward - we will honour all police who serve our community, and the families who uphold their memory with strength and pride.
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BACKUP for Life Update: Feb 2020
13 February 2020
The Western Sydney Coffee Crunch (WSCC) kicked off 2020 with a get-together at the Coffee Club, East Bank Jamisontown on Wednesday 22 January. It was great to get around and speak to everyone, and I especially enjoyed meeting a few new former officers who have been assisted through a number of the BACKUP for Life Services.
From the Chair: December 2019
04 December 2019
2019 has been an extremely busy year for all of us at Police Legacy. Sadly we have had too many new families join us after their partners or parents died – some suddenly, and some after long illnesses. Police Legacy always extends a warm hand in support, and we have been engaging with families sooner to ensure we can offer support when it is most needed.
From the Chief Operating Officer: Kellie Cooper
04 December 2019
As we move towards the end of the year and our final Newsletter for 2019, I want to take the opportunity to thank everyone for their support throughout the year. I was very honoured to take on the role of Chief Operating Officer in February. It is an exciting period in the history of NSW Police Legacy.
Pedal for Pam
03 December 2019
On Wednesday 16 October, in what can only be described as the end of an epic journey, Senior Constable Anthony New rolled onto the forecourt of the Sydney Opera House, to be greeted with resounding applause from his assembled colleagues, family, and friends.
Police Boxing 2019
03 December 2019
An absolutely incredible night of boxing! Thanks to all our brave NSW Police Force and Australian Federal Police officers who trained so hard and gave so much, we've raised nearly $75,000 so far.
