Lanyon
Lanyon is a prominent figure in the NSW Police, known for his extensive experience in various key roles, including as the head of State Crime Command and Gangs Squad commander. He is currently a leading contender for the position of NSW Police Commissioner, bolstered by his close working relationship with the Premier and his involvement in critical operations during crises like the recent flooding in northern NSW.
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Recent news mentions
Lanyon was left in the dark about the protest and only knew it took place because the Herald sent questions to his office.
NSW neo-Nazi protest blunder exposes Minns government’s race hate laws
Australia· 2025-11-13
Lanyon stated that a communication error was to blame for the Nazi rally.
Kellie Sloane, Allegra Spender subjected to rape, death threats after authorised rallyAustralia· 2025-11-10
Lanyon's leadership ambitions are questioned after a New Year’s Eve incident involving a police boat.
The bitter succession fight to become NSW police commissionerAustralia· 2025-09-17
Lanyon was the frontrunner for the job when it was last vacant in 2021, but his chances were thwarted by a drunken incident near the Goulburn police academy.
Frontrunner to become NSW police commissioner admits ‘inappropriate’ action during NYE celebrationsAustralia· 2025-09-17
Lanyon is the firm favourite for the job, government and police sources say on the condition of anonymity.
Contenders for NSW Police commissioner jobAustralia· 2025-05-08
