The Governor gets a close up look at some of the technology in use at the WA Police State Operations Centre.
The Governor gets a close up look at some of the technology in use at the WA Police State Operations Command Centre. Image – Peter Field, WA Police

Testing Technology at the State Operations Command Centre

The Governor toured the Western Australian Police Force State Operations Command Centre (SOCC ) today, accompanied by the Minister for Police the Hon Paul Papalia CSC MLA, and WA Police Deputy Commissioner Col Blanch.

Photo – The Governor on tour in the WA Police State Operations Command Centre. Image – Peter Field WA Police

Colloquially known as ‘The Bear Pit’ the centre acts as a hub for law enforcement and government agencies, including the Department of Communities and the Department of Education, allowing for deeper connectivity and collaboration across agencies.

It is the strong belief of the SOCC team that by pooling resources and working closely together, the various departments can better serve the community and respond to crises.

The Governor chatted with operations staff from multiple agencies to learn more about their role and how the State Operations Centre assisted their department. It was also a chance for him to get an up-close look at the extensive operations.

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