More than a hundred people people sat and stood in St. Agnes Catholic Church as prayers and reflections were offered for those who have died in their duties.

Reverend Roger Foletta and Father Paul Gooley's service focused on the great love shown through sacrifice in a letter from St. John's Gospel, while other prayers of intercession were offered by community figures including RSL sub-Branch president Greg Laird and Highway Patrol's Sergeant Paul Dilley.

Acting Superintendent Tony Joice delivered the Police Ode to a room enriched by the day's sentiment, with some moved to stand as the officer entreated his fallen colleagues to rest in peace.

A sombre minute's silence was observed in between the brass trill of the Requiescat and the Lament's stirring bagpipes, and then it was time to relish the memories over a hot cuppa.

"This is the one time of year we can pause out of our daily lives and honour that sacrifice," Acting Superintendent Joice said.

"We need to keep reminding ourselves and the community what it is that police do, and the ultimate cost of keeping people safe.

"A lot of those on the honour roll would not have been called if it were not for their occupation.

"And that's an extraordinary thing; to die in your occupation. "