The Queensland Police Service values its employees and their well being.
With this in mind, the QPS has developed a strategy called ‘Our People Matter’ which focuses on the health, safety and wellbeing of all its members and their families.
On June 6, as part of this strategy, members of the Crime Prevention and Vulnerable Persons teams from across Brisbane came together for a day of equine therapy.
The day was coordinated by Wounded Heroes Australia and involved QPS members interacting with horses through trust, walking with the horses and grooming them.
The day began as a challenge for some who held reservations of being near horses, however by the end of the day everyone was laughing and enjoying the company of their horse.
The exercise was a complete success and enjoyed by all.
Horses 4 Heroes Australia is a hands on equine program which focuses on ex and current servicemen as well as emergency service