Final Sign-Off For Senior Sergeant Anthony Mcdowall

When a police radio falls silent for the last time, it marks the end of more than a shift — it signals the close of a chapter written in service, sacrifice and steadfast leadership.

Officers gathered at Mackay Police Station on Wednesday, January 28, to mark the piping out of Senior Sergeant Anthony McDowall, celebrating an extraordinary 36-year career with the Queensland Police Service. Senior Sergeant McDowall retires as one of the district’s longest-serving District Duty Officers.

Throughout his career, Senior Sergeant McDowall served communities across Queensland, including Hervey Bay, Bundaberg, Mt Perry, Jandowae, Winton and Mackay. His leadership saw him guide countless officers through critical incidents, major disasters, search and rescue operations and complex investigations, earning deep respect for his professionalism and calm under pressure.

A Queensland Police Service representative in Mackay said, “Thank you, Senior Sergeant Anthony. We wish you all the very best in your well-earned retirement.”

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Senior Sergeant Anthony McDowall was piped out at Mackay Police Station, marking the end of a distinguished 36-year career with the Queensland Police Service serving communities across Queensland. Photo source: Queensland Police Service

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