National Police Memorial

In 2001, it was resolved to establish a National Police Memorial in Canberra.

The Memorial pays tribute to Australian Police Officers who have been killed on duty or have died as a result of their duties since the advent of policing in Australia and to recognise the unique nature of police service and the dangers that police face in their daily pursuits.
The $2.4million memorial was jointly funded by the Australian Government (through the Australian Federal Police), State and Territory Police Services and Police Federation of Australia.

The Memorial was completed and dedicated on 29 September 2006 (National Police Remembrance Day). Following the dedication ceremony, a criteria for future inclusion of names on the National Police Memorial was agreed upon together with a National Police Memorial Co-ordination Committee.

On this day

First Constable

Graham STOW

YEAR OF DEATH

05 July 1963

JURISDICTION

Victoria

DETAILS OF DEATH

About 10.45 a.m. Friday 5 July 1963 First Constable Stow was riding a motor cycle east along the Princes Highway Werribee when a motorist passed him at an excessive speed. He pursued this person who was travelling at an estimated speed of 80 mph. As they approached the Little River Bridge Stow apparently lost control of his machine and was thrown off. He struck a concrete guide post at the side of the bridge and was killed instantly. The offending motorist failed to stop and was never identified.

Complete Honour Roll

Affiliated events

Remembering mates – Wall to Wall Ride is held in September each year.

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National Police Remembrance Day is an annually recognised on 29th September.

Please note for 2025, services will be held on Monday 29th September.

Check with your State/Territory police organisation for local information of services to be held, or click here for more information.