The Neighbourhood Watch Board provides policy direction for Neighbourhood Watch and its programs, and initiates community awareness campaigns to promote future development.
Neighbourhood Watch Board. Appointed 20 November 2021
Our President is Peter Edwards BM APM, a former Commander in the Tasmania Police Service. He holds a Master’s degree in Public Sector Management, a Bachelor of Arts in Police Studies and a Graduate Certificate in Applied Management. Peter is also a Director of Neighbourhood Watch Australasia, the peak body for member Neighbourhood Watch groups in Australia and Neighbourhood Support in New Zealand.
Our Secretary is Kate Dobson, a former school teacher who also holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and a Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management. Kate has extensive experience in emergency management in Tasmania, working for the Tasmanian Government as a security and emergency management policy officer.
Our Treasurer is Christine Fraser who is a Certified Practising Accountant with a Bachelor of Business Studies degree in Accounting. Christine has previously worked as an Internal Auditor; an Assistant Accountant; and a Business Support Assistant. Since 2015 Christine was the Executive Officer for the Tasmania Police, Operations Support Command. Christine is now a Finance Officer with the Sorell Council.
Director Kelsey Timms holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design (Architecture) from the University of Tasmania along with other qualifications in building and construction, leadership and management. Kelsey is a Chapter Councillor for the National Association for Women in Construction and is a volunteer with both Dress for Success and Loui’s Van.
Our Public Officer and Assistant Treasurer is David Rose. David had a 41-year career with the Commonwealth Bank, mainly as a Commercial Lender. Prior to his recent retirement he worked as a consultant for Property Developer Ali Sultan. David has played, coached, and volunteered on the committees of many sporting and community organisations prior to joining our Board. David is a keen cyclist and traveller. David joined the Board in 2023.
Marian (Maz) Quilty has a PhD from the School of Medicine as well as Professional Honours in Public Service Leadership and Management. Maz joined Tasmania Police in 2014 and currently manages the Policy Team for Emergency Management and Counter-Terrorism. Maz is also a Pilates instructor, but more importantly, she is a mother, wife, daughter, sister, niece, and cousin to family around Australia and the world. Maz loves to cook and spend time with a menagerie of family pets. Maz joined the Board in 2023.
Commander Peter Harriss APM, has extensive operational experience in the areas of prosecution, drug investigation, criminal investigation and internal investigation. He has been a Uniform Divisional Officer and has led the Education and Training Command. Peter holds two Masters-Degrees and now has responsibility for Strategy and Support within the Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management. Peter joined the Board in 2022.
Constable Marita Osborn is the Tasmania Police Liaison Officer to the State Board. With over 30 years of operational experience, Marita has served in diverse roles which include General Duties, Academy Instructor and Radio Room Operator. Marita has particular expertise with community programs from working within the Early Intervention and Youth Action Unit and has recently returned to Community Engagement, within Statewide Services. Marita is also the Secretary for the world-renowned Tasmania Police Pipe Band.
