Patrons Message

Entering its 43^rd year of competition, the Victoria Police and Emergency Services Games are shaping to be another successful tournament with over 4,000 participants set to compete this year.  

The 2023 Games held across Regional and Metropolitan Victoria brought together 3,963 participants competing in events including basketball, cycling, crossfit, half-marathon and powerlifting. Commencing on Sunday 20 October 2024 with a line-up of 42 events, the 2024 Games will be the scene of fierce competition for our emergency services athletes.

I am pleased to announce a joint initiative with Tennis Australia which will see the games launched at state-of-the-art facilities at Melbourne Park, showcasing the talents of our tennis players and the growing popularity of Pickleball, the latest addition to the sports schedule.

It is encouraging to see the popularity of our Emergency Services Games continuing to grow each year. The benefits of sport go beyond just health and fitness. Sport has a positive impact on our mental health and wellbeing, our culture and our community. It builds a sense of teamwork and belonging for everyone involved. These games continue to play a significant role in the emergency services sector, providing an opportunity for participants to challenge themselves and encourage each other as they strive to do their best in their chosen field of competition.

Australia is celebrating its Olympic and Paralympic Games success on the back of the achievements of our athletes in Paris this year.  I hope each of the participants take inspiration from those participants pushing themselves further to achieve results they will be proud of.   I also encourage those not competing to attend the games and show your support for the competitors.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Inspector David Wilkins for accepting the role as interim President to the Federation and for his unwavering commitment and support of the games for over four decades. Inspector Wilkins will be well supported by the new incoming Sports Administrator Phil Shelley who brings a vast range of experience in sports administration and sports academy management. Best of luck to you both for another strong year of competition.

A huge thank you to the outgoing President, Emergency Services Commissioner, Rick Nugent APM for his support, passion and effort leading the Victoria Police and Emergency Services Games for the past five years.

I wish all the participants a safe and successful Games.

Take your marks….