Mark McGowan announces surprising new role for police commissioner Chris Dawson

xjmtzywChris Dawson has become the first police officer to be named governor of Western Australia, replacing Kim Beazley.

Mr Dawson, who joined the police service as a 17-year-old, will be the 34th person to hold the office of governor.

Premier Mark McGowan announced Mr Dawson’s appointment on Monday.

Mr McGowan thanked Mr Beazley for his service in a role he has held since 2018.