Historical information
he Band was raised in 1969 and wears the Fletcher of Dunans tartan in honour of the Police Commissioner at that time, Mr Phil Fletcher. It celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2009 with a Grand Gaelic Ball attended by more than 300 people.
Membership of the Band is voluntary and currently includes three serving police officers (including Drum Major Constable Dean Walker) and one Special Constable. The majority of the membership is drawn from the community and includes teachers, students, corporate executives and retired members of the community.
http://www.police.tas.gov.au/useful-links/tasmania-police-pipe-band/
Physical description
Wooden Plaque 15cm x 13cm
Inscriptions & markings
Tasmanian Police Pipe Band
