A greater police presence on the streets
The WA Police Union represents more than 6,500 police officers, police auxiliary officers and police cadets across the State. WAPU supports all Members and always acts in their best interests.
Strength in unity
98 per cent of WA police officers are WA Police Union Members. WAPU assists Members by providing a range of services including industrial, legal and welfare.
THE SEVEN STEPS TO PROTECT YOU
Your number one priority is you're prepared and able to ethically and safely discharge your duties as a WA Police Force officer. Follow our simple step-by-step guide to PROTECT your integri ... Read more
Missing piece of missing person jigsaw
Inspector Steve Scott and Margaret Hoogewerf Inspector Steve Scott deals with the impacts of dementia and other cognitive impairments in both his professional and ... Read more
Blurred Lines - The right to disconnect
“When I joined the police force 27 years ago, you’d only receive an out-of-hours call from your boss about something that was really significant, such as if your gun were missing fro ... Read more
It’s OK not to be OK
An open letter to officers struggling with PTSD In May 2021, Sergeant Graeme Porteous walked out the front door of his house with the intention of taking his own life. Exh ... Read more
Board elects Mick Kelly as President
Mick Kelly has been elected President of the WA Police Union for the next three years. Paul Gale has been elected Senior Vice President of the WA Police Union for the same term, with the Australian E ... Read more
In loving memory of WAPU life members
The WA Police Union were saddened to hear of the passing of two of our life members, Retired Superintendent John Foley (2908) and Retired Sergeant Denis Hayden (5334). ... Read more
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