By CHARLENE MACAULAY
POLICE in Hobsons Bay, Maribyrnong and Wyndham are sporting a new look this week.
Officers stepped out in the new look dark blue uniform on Monday, which includes long sleeve shirts for all police, shirt pockets for females and tactical trousers, giving police the option between tactical and office pants.
There is also summer and winter undergarment to wear under the Integrated Operational Equipment Vests.
The new attire was unveiled in December 2012, and Chief Commissioner Ken Lay and other members of force command started to wear the uniform in June last year, marking the first significant change in Victoria Police’s uniform for more than 30 years.
The new uniform will be rolled out progressively across the state until May.
Acting Superintendent Geoff Kedge said local police were pleased to receive the new look uniforms.
“There were about 80 different ways to wear the uniform, so this change will ensure a more streamlined look for Victoria Police,” he said.
“This uniform is fresh and modern and will be easily recognisable on the streets of Hobsons Bay, Maribyrnong and Wyndham.
“While our uniform may have changed, our commitment to keeping the community safe remains.”
Victoria Police and Rotary have teamed up to recycle around 150,000 old uniform garments, which will be collected and de-badged before being donated.
Anyone interested in volunteering to help should contact their local Rotary club.
