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The Police Association Victoria (TPAV) exists to protect, support and advance the professional, industrial, legal and welfare interests of its members. TPAV's membership of approximately 18,000 is drawn exclusively from sworn Police Officers at any rank, Protective Services Officers (PSOs), Police Reservists and Police Recruits who serve in Victoria Police. Membership of the Association is voluntary. By virtue of its constitution, the Association is not affiliated with any political party.

Our Structure

TPAV is governed by an elected Board that provides strategic policy direction for its administration staff, led by the Secretary, to actively manage and implement for the benefit of its membership. 


Governance

As a member-led organisation, TPAV is governed in accordance with its Constitution which regulates the relationships between its elected Board, administration, elected representatives and members.


History

TPAV has a proud history of achieving substantial wins for members, however this was not without struggle. Learn about TPAV’s important history.


Advocacy and Campaigns

TPAV advocates on behalf of members on a range of issues relevant to their working lives and overall wellbeing.

Careers

If you’re committed to helping protect, support and advance the Victorian policing community, you could be the perfect fit for the next role at our dynamic and people-centered workplace.


Retired and Outside Membership

Following retirement, you can become an ‘Outside Member’ of TPAV and continue to receive many of the benefits of membership that you currently enjoy. 


Honour Roll (Remembering those we’ve lost)

We remember those members who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our community.


Life Members

We recognise the important work of our Life Members who have made a valuable contribution to the work of the Association over a substantial period.

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