August 27th, 2025Hepburn Region Blue Light finishes up
Hepburn Region Blue Light has come to an end.
President Michelle Clifford said this was a significant moment, marking the end of an era for this branch and its dedicated members.
“Over the years, Hepburn Region Blue Light has made a profound impact on our youth and the relationship with Victoria Police. We’ve had many exciting achievements alongside our discos. For example: supported youth mental health education and raised awareness with Live4Life, our fabulous ‘Get your Art On’ competition during Covid, the magnificent AltWave Youth Music extravaganza, pool parties, working with all schools in our shire and the Indigenous Yarn Bark event. These accomplishments are a testament to the dedication and hard work of each and every one of our volunteers who include our shire’s Victorian Police.
“Hepburn Region Blue Light has cultivated authentic relationships between youth and our local police and champion partnerships across our local community. We focused on working together with young people, and our key partners to advance our mission and deepen our impact. We are so proud of all our youth over the many years, their achievements, embracing challenges as opportunities, and their curiosity.
“We wish to express our deepest gratitude to our members, volunteers, local Victoria Police, donors, partners, and all those who have supported us along the way. Your commitment has been part of the driving force behind our success.
“Special thanks to Inspector Matthew Flood, Sergeant Ryan Newman, retired Senior Constable Ian Wallace and his wife Bronwyn, sons Will and James, along with other officers, Mina Martin, Samual Barber, Jason, Tracey Mitchel, James Ross, Karen Burns of Victorian Blue Light Incorp and the fabulous team.”
Michelle said the decision wasn’t made lightly and is a result of changing community needs, strategic review and a decline in volunteer resources. “We have carefully considered all options and believe that winding up is the most responsible course of action at this time.
“Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication on behalf of Inspector Matthew Flood, Michelle Clifford, Rachel Robertson, Fiona, Sharon, Nicole, Stephen and our youth committee Rose, Eden and Melissa.”
The balance of any fundraising will be shared with Blue Light Victoria, Daylesford College Youth and Pathway Essentials on programs to inspire, engage and equip young people to be their best self.
