Media Release
AFP launches Pacific documentary series
The AFP has launched a new Pacific documentary series, with episode one showcasing the inaugural Pacific Police Tattoo held in Papua New Guinea to celebrate the country’s 50th anniversary of independence, and as a tribute to the people of the Pacific and the police men and women who serve their communities.
The ‘Inside Pacific Policing’ series will shine a light on the complexity of law-and-order issues confronting the Pacific and showcase the combined efforts of regional law enforcement partners, including the AFP, in rising to meet the regions’ priorities.
Episode one, ‘Inside Pacific Policing: Pacific Police Tattoo 2025’, provides a behind-the-scenes view of the police band performances and their preparations in the lead up to the inaugural Pacific Police Tattoo event held in Port Moresby earlier this year.
The event saw law enforcement bands from eight countries showcase their skills at Sir Hubert Murray Stadium, bringing Pacific culture to a style of musical competition anchored in tradition and ceremony.
The documentary episode features more than 110 police staff who delivered flawless performances on the big stage, as well as stories about the connections built and experiences shared from Pacific policing band leaders across multiple nations.
New episodes into the AFP’s work in the Pacific will be released on the AFP in the Pacific YouTube channel in the coming months.
AFP acting Assistant Commissioner Phillippa Connell said the documentary series embodies the ethos of our Pacific family and showcases how as brothers and sisters in blue, we work together for the peace and security of the Blue Pacific.
“The Pacific is our home, and the AFP is committed to working with our law enforcement partners and neighbours across oceans and borders to share knowledge and build a regional strength that will help us ensure peace and shared prosperity,” a/ Assistant Commissioner Connell said.
“We look forward to showcasing this vital work and shining a light on the complexities of law enforcement partners mutually pulling together to face shared challenges through the ‘Inside Pacific Policing’ series.
“Music is a universal language and the AFP was proud to partner with the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary to bring policing and music together through the inaugural Pacific Police Tattoo in 2025.
“Today, the music created can be heard across oceans through the first episode of our new documentary series.”