REDLANDS paused to honour and remember fallen officers on National Police Remembrance Day.
The service, held at Faith Lutheran College on Wednesday, was the first time students took an active role in the service despite the date being during school holidays.
Conducted by Bishop Ben Hentschke, the ceremony hosted retired officers and their families, Chief Superintendent William Graham and officers in charge of local stations.
"Every day police officers face uncertainty in the name of making Queensland safe. Their commitment deserves to be recognised. Today we pause, reflect and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice," Chief Superintendent Graham said.
Students from Faith Lutheran College, Cleveland State High School and Carmel College attended the ceremony, lighting a candle in remembrance and laying a wreath.
Members of the Redlands Branch of the Queensland Retired Police Association hosted the service.
"It is hoped that through these school-based services, the students and young adults can be better informed and educated in relation to the sacrifices made by police officers as they strive to protect the communities they serve and make them a safer place," said president of the Redlands QRPA Paul (Marty) Fitzpatrick.
Officer in charge of Redland Bay Police Station Senior Sergeant Steve Graham acknowledged the contribution of serving officers who had passed away since last year.
Senior Sergeant Janelle Harm, officer in charge at Cleveland Police remembered Senior Constable David Masters who died while on duty in Deception Bay earlier this year.
"We remember him and honour his service, courage and integrity with which he served," she said.
Redlands MP Kim Richards said being a police officer was a job like no other.
"Police are brave and courageous to protect our community, but community safety is everyone's responsibility," she said.