A senior police officer who played a big role in establishing Nanango’s neighbourhood watch, has finished up more than three decades of service.
Senior Constable Stephanie Vogler was surrounded by family, friends and colleagues when she retired in mid-April after 33 years of dedicated service as a Queensland Police Service officer.
She turns 60 in May and decided to retire from her career which can been define by compassion, leadership and an unwavering commitment to her community.
The dedicated officer said helping people get back on their feet, listening and providing counsel is what fulfilled her in her role.
Senior Constable Vogler served the Gympie community tirelessly, but her policing journey also reached into the South Burnett.
She was first sworn into the service in 1992, and very quickly worked to establish neighbourhood watches in Nanango and Gympie.
As a Women’s Safety Officer, Senior Constable Vogler conducted lectures on personal safety and participated in Domestic and Family Violence educational events.
“There are so many reasons I came back here every day and even though there are challenges, being able to help people through what can be the darkest time in their lives and see them come out the other side is so rewarding,” Senior Constable Vogler said.
“For me it has always been about keeping my community safe and that starts with trust, listening, empathising and doing what I can show individual members that I care.”
Officer in Charge of Gympie police station, Senior Sergeant Dean Heyworth commended Senior Constable Vogler’s dedication.
“She is such a positive role model for new officers, and the mentoring she has provided to new members of our team means she will continue to make a difference in the community long after her retirement,” she said.
