Steph Cooke MP
Member for Cootamundra

Friday, 16 October 2026 The Hume Police District Awards Day celebrated the dedication, professionalism, and courage of local police officers, highlighting several who provided outstanding service to the community. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has congratulated the many officers from Young and Grenfell who received recognition at the Hume Police District Awards Day. Some of the officers received the NSW Police Medal for 10 years of service: Sergeant Shaun Helt (Young

Inspector Ben Granger, Steph Cooke MP, Constable Adrian Baker and Senior Constable Wayne Hadfield. A boost to the local policing workforce is already paying dividends, with two new officers embracing regional life and building strong connections across Hilltops and Weddin. Senior Constable Wayne Hadfield has recently taken up his position at Grenfell Police Station, while Constable Adrian Baker commenced duties in the Hilltops area in June. Member for Cootamundra, Steph C