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Police Academy Class 093 Redfern Police Academy Class 93 Sworn In on Monday 29 October 1962Police Academy Class 093 Redfern Police Academy Class 93 Sworn In on Monday 29 October 1962
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In loving Memory Of Our Parents Michael R Hennessy Died 21st March 1930 and Catherine Hennessy Died 9th March 1942 Also Mary Weslan Died 3rd May 1923 Also Mary Hennessy Died 2nd March 1906
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William Kline alias McGrath, charged in company with inflicting grievous bodily harm on Michael R. Hennessy, has been arrested by Senior-constable Young and Constables Spencer and Hennessy, Sydney Police.
Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions.
Further charged in company with Arthur Turner with assaulting Constable James C. Farley.
Sentenced to three months and Turner to two months gaol.
Constable Michael R. Hennessy was proceeded against at the Central Summons Court on an information alleging that, on the 10th Inst., he, without lawful excuse, entered the enclosed lands of Charlie Young, 58 Campbell-street, without the consent of the occupier, Charlie Young, or of the person in charge, Ah Chong. Defendant pleaded not guilty.
Mr. J. J. Carroll ( Messrs. Crick and Carroll ) appeared for the prosecution, and Mr. Mant ( Crown Law Office ) for the defence. Charlie Young, a Chinese, who spoke English fluently, said he lived at 58 Campbell-street, and was a commission agent for market gardeners. He was the owner of the premises. He did not give the defendant permission to enter the premises on the 10th Inst. On that day witness went out at about five minutes to 1, leaving Ah Chong in charge, and returned about ten minutes later. Ah Chong then “told him something, ” and witness laid the information. Cross-examined, witness said that he used to sell pak-a-pu tickets, but had not done so since the passage of the new Act. There were a lot of pak-u-pu tickets under the counter, but witness did not use them. There was a result of an old pak-a-pu drawing on the wall when the police entered the premises. Defendant had not cautioned witness about selling pak-a-pu tickets. Ah Chong, a cook, stated through an interpreter that when the defendant entered witness was standing at the end of the counter. Defendant opened a drawer, | took out some papers, and tore them up, and said ” These are old pak-a-pu tickets. ” Defendant said that he went to the premises on special duty in connection with pak-a-pu shops. The
place was open to the public, and he believed he had a right to enter. Witness had been there before and no objection had been made to his entering. On entering witness said to Ah Chong, ” I see you are playing pak-a-pu. I saw a white man leaving the shop. ” There were pak-a-pu tickets on the counter, and Ah Chong, on seeing witness, tried to put them into a drawer. Witness said ” You had better tear them up. They are pak-a-pu tickets, ” and Ah Chong said ” All li, me tearem up,” and did so. There was also pak-a-pu results posted on the wall, and Ah Chong tore these. witness destroyed nothing in the shop. The complainant, called in reply, said that certain tickets produced were torn up by the defendant. The backs of these tickets were used by witness for making business memoranda. . At this stage it was agreed that the evidence in this case should be taken as evidence in a case wherein the defendant was proceeded against by Charlie Young on a charge of having maliciously damaged, to the extent of £4 10s certain personal property of the complainant, namely, several sheets of paper containing memoranda of accounts and business transactions. Charlie Young, re-called, gave particulars of certain items written on the backs of tire tickets. He did not give instructions to Ah Chong or anyone else to tear up valuables belonging to him. Evidence was given for the defence by Senior constable Orr and Constable McGannon.
Michael HENNESSY Snr was part of the contingent that were transferred to Broken Hiss during the Miner’s Strike in 1910.
Forbes Advocate (NSW : 1911 – 1954),
Friday 9 April 1937, page 1
GROWN WITNESS DENIES POLICE EVIDENCE
Assault and Robbery Charge CONFLICTING STATEMENTS IN MATTER OF DRINKS
THERE was an excessive conflict of evidence presented to the Police Magistrate, Mr. M. J. Ryan, at the Forbes Petty Sessions on Tuesday when an assault and robbery case was heard. The defendant was one, John Clement Hay, aged 21, who was charged with the assault and robbery of his friend, Thomas Henry Roberts, in a lavatory in the backyard of the Club House Hotel, Forbes, on the afternoon of Saturday, March 20. Hay pleaded not guilty to the charge. At the conclusion of the Crown case, Mr. Meillon, who appeared for Hay, submitted to the P.M. that no case had been made out against his client, and asked that he be discharged. Mr. Ryan maintained that a prima facie case of assault had been submitted by the police, and amended the charge to one of common assault. Later he convicted Hay and imposed a fine of £2, with £4/11/8 costs.
Mr. R. Meillon appeared for the defendant, and the Crown case was in | the hands of Inspector D. O’Connell.
CROWN CASE
John Keith McLean, constable of police stationed at Forbes, stated that at about 3.30 o’clock on the afternoon of March 20, as a result of something he was told, he proceeded to Johnson Street, Forbes, accompanied by Constable Reeves. He saw the accused, Hay sitting in a motor lorry in front of his home. He told the defendant he wanted to see him. Hay got out of the lorry and walked a few yards away. He then informed defendant that he was making enquiries concerning a man named Roberts, who said he had been assaulted and robbed by him in the backyard of the Club House Hotel that afternoon. Roberts claimed that he had been relieved of £2/10/ from the fob pocket of his trousers. In reply the defendant denied that he had either assaulted or robbed Roberts. Continuing, the witness stated that he asked Hay if he had seen Roberts that afternoon, and the former replied that he had seen Roberts that morning when they had had a few drinks together, later going to Hay’s home for dinner. Asked if he would go to the Police Station and see Roberts, the defendant said he would. They did so, and on being confronted with Hay, Roberts said, “That is the man who assaulted and robbed me this afternoon.” The defendant made no reply. Prior to going to the Police Station, said McLean, he had asked the defendant if he had gone to the Club House Hotel that afternoon, and if he had gone into the lavatory with Roberts. Hay said he had done so and that they had had a bit of an argument concerning some money Roberts owed a man named Gage. They were alone in the lavatory, Hay told him. After Hay arrived at the Police Station he was warned in the usual way and asked if he wished to make a statement, which he did ( produced ).
SHOWED SIGNS OF DRINK
At the time of his arrest, said witness, Hay showed definite signs of having had strong drink, but was not drunk. The trousers he was wearing bore stains which appeared to be blood. His underpants were similarly marked and there was blood on his left hand. Hay said he could not account for the stains. The trousers and shirt worn by Roberts were also stained with what appeared to be blood. The four articles of clothing were removed from both Roberts and Hay and taken to Sydney for analysis by Constable Hennessy. A certificate had been returned stating that the stains were made by human blood. Cross-questioned by Mr. Meillon, witness stated he first saw Roberts at the Police Station about 2.45. He came to the station alone and was not under arrest. He would not say that Roberts was drunk. He was not bleeding at the time he came to the station, but had a bruise and a scratch about half an inch long under the left eye. In his opinion the cut could account for the blood on his clothes. Further questioned by Mr. Meillon, McLean said he had made certain enquiries about Hay before he saw him in the lorry. The latter informed him that he was told the police were looking for him and he had gone home. Hay had definitely been drinking. In reply to a question by Inspector O’Connell, witness stated that defendant had no money in his pockets when arrested. Leslie Reeves, police constable, deposed that about 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 20, from something he was told, he accompanied a man named Roberts to the Police Station. Accompanied by Constable McLean, he later proceeded to Johnson Street and saw a man named Hay sitting in a motor lorry in front of his residence. McLean told Hay they were making enquiries concerning a man named Roberts who alleged that he (Hay) had assaulted and robbed him of 50/ that afternoon in the backyard of the Club House Hotel. Defendant denied the allegations. Witness then corroborated the evidence of Constable McLean regarding the conversation that took place with Hay. He, too, was of the opinion that the defendant had been drinking, but was not in what could be termed; a drunken state. In reply to questions by Mr. Meillon, Reeves stated he had first seen Roberts in Templar Street. He was not bleeding at the time, but there was blood on his nose and eye and his shirt was wet with blood. There were no marks on his face except the cut near the left eye. He did not tell Roberts he looked as if he had been fighting and had better come to the Police Station. Roberts did not have a coat and appeared as if he had been fighting. He did not arrest Roberts, but asked him to go to the station with him. Constable Michael R. Hennessy gave formal evidence of having taken the clothing removed from Hay and Roberts to Sydney for analysis.
INFORMANT’S STORY
Thomas Henry Roberts, a laborer, living at Sheriff Street, Forbes, stated he was a relief worker. On March 20 he went to the Town Hall to collect his pay (£3/0/2). He met Hay and William Gage there and after getting their pay the three of them went to the P.O. Hotel, where they had three which he owed him. Gage then left them and he accepted an invitation from Hay to go to his place for dinner. Hay had a bottle of whisky at his home and they had a couple of drinks from it. After dinner, Hay and he went to Jack Hanley’s place. Hanley was not at home, and they talked to Mrs. Hanley. Later, they went down the town and to the Club House Hotel, where they both proceeded to the lavatory in the back yard. While standing in the lavatory, continued Roberts, Hay punched him on the nose and mouth, and he was knocked against the wall. He put up his hands to protect his face when he felt something tugging at his trousers. He said, “Benny, what is the matter with you?” Hay did not reply. He then walked out of the lavatory to the back of the hotel, where the proprietor gave him rag and water to wash his face. In reply to questions by Inspector O’Connell, witness said he noticed his trousers were torn at the fob pocket. He had had 50/ in notes in the pocket. He did not see the defendant after leaving the lavatory. Later he walked into Templar Street, where he met Constable Reeves. He had a conversation with the constable and went to the Police Station. He made a statement to the police. The shirt produced was the one he was wearing at the time of the assault. There was 50/ in notes in the fob pocket of his trousers when he went into the Club House Hotel. He and the defendant were alone in the lavatory. To the PM., Roberts said that he and Hay had had four beers and two whiskies during the day. Cross-questioned by Mr. Meillon, Roberts stated that he and Hay had known each other practically all their lives. They had gone to school together and had always been on very friendly terms. He had only shouted once in the P.O. Hotel and had spent 1/6 there. He had no silver in his pocket when he went to the Police Station. He should have had 3/6 In silver, but did not know what had happened to it. Neither Hay or himself had had any drinks at the Club House. When he and Hay went to Hanley’s Mrs. Hanley did not tell them they were too drunk to go down the town.
GROWN WITNESS DENIES POLICE EVIDENCE
Assault and Robbery Charge CONFLICTING STATEMENTS IN MATTER OF DRINKS
THERE was an excessive conflict of evidence presented to the Police Magistrate, Mr. M. J. Ryan, at the Forbes Petty Sessions on Tuesday when an assault and robbery case was heard. The defendant was one, John Clement Hay, aged 21, who was charged with the assault and robbery of his friend,
Thomas Henry Roberts, in a lavatory in the backyard of the Club House Hotel, Forbes, on the afternoon of Saturday, March 20. Hay pleaded not guilty to the charge. At the conclusion of the Crown case, Mr. Meillon, who appeared for Hay, submitted to the P.M. that no case had been made out against his client, and asked that he be discharged. Mr. Ryan maintained that a prima facie case of assault had been submitted by the police, and amended the charge to one of common assault. Later he convicted Hay and imposed a fine of £2, with £4/11/8 costs.
Mr. R. Meillon appeared for the defendant, and the Crown case was in | the hands of Inspector D. O’Connell. CROWN CASE John Keith McLean, constable of police stationed at Forbes, stated that at about 3.30 o’clock on the afternoon of March 20, as a result of something he was told, he proceeded to Johnson Street, Forbes, accompanied by Constable Reeves. He saw the accused, Hay sitting in a motor lorry in front of his home. He told the defendant
he wanted to see him. Hay got out of the lorry and walked a few yards away. He then informed defendant that he was making enquiries concerning a man named Roberts, who said he had been assaulted and robbed by him in the backyard of the Club House Hotel that afternoon. Roberts claimed that he had been relieved of £2/10/ from the fob pocket of his trousers. In reply the defendant denied that he had either assaulted or robbed Roberts. Continuing, the witness stated that he asked Hay if he had seen Roberts that afternoon, and the former replied that he had seen Roberts that morning when they had had a few drinks together, later going to Hay’s home for dinner. Asked if he would go to the Police Station and see Roberts, the defendant said he would. They did so, and on being confronted
with Hay, Roberts said, “That is the man who assaulted and robbed me this afternoon.” The defendant made no reply. Prior to going to the Police Station, said McLean, he had asked the defendant if he had gone to the Club House Hotel that afternoon, and if he had gone into the lavatory with Roberts. Hay said he had done so and that they had had a bit of an argument concerning some money Roberts owed a man named Gage. They were alone in the lavatory, Hay told him. After Hay arrived at the Police Station he was warned in the usual way and asked if he wished to make a statement, which he did ( produced ). SHOWED SIGNS OF DRINK At the time of his arrest, said witness, Hay showed definite signs of having had strong drink, but was not drunk. The trousers he was wearing bore stains which appeared to be blood. His underpants were similarly marked and there was blood on his left hand. Hay said he could not account for the stains. The trousers and shirt worn by Roberts were also stained with what appeared to be blood. The four articles of clothing were removed from both Roberts and Hay and taken to Sydney for analysis by Constable Hennessy. A certificate had been returned stating that the stains were made by human blood. Cross-questioned by Mr. Meillon, witness stated he first saw Roberts at the Police Station about 2.45. He came to the station alone and was not under arrest. He would not say that Roberts was drunk. He was not bleeding at the time he came to the station, but had a bruise and a scratch about half an inch long under the left eye. In his opinion the cut could account for the blood on his clothes. Further questioned by Mr. Meillon, McLean said he had made certain
enquiries about Hay before he saw him in the lorry. The latter informed him that he was told the police were looking for him and he had gone home. Hay had definitely been drinking. In reply to a question by Inspector O’Connell, witness stated that defendant had no money in his pockets when arrested. Leslie Reeves, police constable, deposed that about 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 20, from something he was told, he accompanied a man named Roberts to the Police Station. Accompanied by Constable McLean, he later proceeded to Johnson Street and saw a man named Hay sitting in a motor lorry in front of his residence. McLean told Hay they were making enquiries concerning a man named Roberts who alleged that he (Hay) had assaulted and robbed him of 50/ that afternoon in
the backyard of the Club House Hotel. Defendant denied the allegations. Witness then corroborated the evidence of Constable McLean regarding the conversation that took place with Hay. He, too, was of the opinion that the defendant had been drinking, but was not in what could be termed; a drunken state. In reply to questions by Mr. Meillon, Reeves stated he had first seen Roberts in Templar Street. He was not bleeding at the time, but there was
blood on his nose and eye and his shirt was wet with blood. There were no marks on his face except the cut near the left eye. He did not tell Roberts he looked as if he had been fighting and had better come to the Police Station. Roberts did not have a coat and appeared as if he had been fighting. He did not arrest Roberts, but asked him to go to the station with him. Constable Michael R. Hennessy gave formal evidence of having taken the clothing removed from Hay and Roberts to Sydney for analysis. INFORMANT’S STORY Thomas Henry Roberts, a laborer, living at Sheriff Street, Forbes, stated he was a relief worker. On March 20 he went to the Town Hall to collect his pay (£3/0/2). He met Hay and William Gage there and after getting their pay the three of them went to the P.O. Hotel, where they had three
which he owed him. Gage then left them and he accepted an invitation from Hay to go to his place for dinner. Hay had a bottle of whisky at his home and they had a couple of drinks from it. After dinner, Hay and he went to Jack Hanley’s place. Hanley was not at home, and they talked to Mrs. Hanley. Later, they went down the town and to the Club House Hotel, where they both proceeded to the lavatory in the back yard. While standing in the lavatory, continued Roberts, Hay punched him on the nose and mouth, and he was knocked against the wall. He put up his hands to protect his face when he felt something tugging at his trousers. He said, “Benny, what is the matter with you?” Hay did not reply. He then walked out of the lavatory to the back of the hotel, where the proprietor gave him rag and water to wash his face. In reply to questions by Inspector O’Connell, witness said he noticed his trousers were torn at the fob pocket. He had had 50/ in notes in the pocket. He did not see the defendant after leaving the lavatory. Later he walked into Templar Street, where he met Constable Reeves. He had a conversation with the constable and went to the Police Station. He made a statement to the police. The shirt produced was the one he was wearing at the time of the assault. There was 50/ in notes in the fob pocket of his trousers when he went into the Club House Hotel. He and the defendant were alone in the lavatory. To the PM., Roberts said that he and Hay had had four beers and two whiskies during the day. Cross-questioned by Mr. Meillon, Roberts stated that he and Hay had known each other practically all their lives. They had gone to school together
and had always been on very friendly terms. He had only shouted once in the P.O. Hotel and had spent 1/6 there. He had no silver in his pocket when he went to the Police Station. He should have had 3/6 In silver, but did not know what had happened to it. Neither Hay or himself had had any drinks at the Club House. When he and Hay went to Hanley’s Mrs. Hanley did not tell them they were too drunk to go down the town.
ASSAULT AND ROBBERY CASE
NO STRUGGLE
Questioned about the assault, Roberts said he did not have an argument with Hay, and he did not tell the police there had been an argument about money. When Hay hit him he made no attempt to resist; he was too dazed. His mouth was cut on the inside, his nose was cut and there was a bruise above his right ear. Blood came from his mouth and nose. There was no struggling between he and Hay. About two minutes after leaving the lavatory he noticed the pocket was torn and the money gone. ‘He did not search the ground or go and look in the lavatory for it. He did not look for Hay. Continuing, Roberts informed Mr. Meillon that he was on his way home when he met Constable Reeves. He had no intention of laying a charge against Hay. Reeves asked him what was the matter and he told him what had happened. He never saw Hay at the Police Station and did not say to the police, “That is the man who assaulted and robbed me.” He was not drunk and had never had an argument with Hay in his life. He could not account for the attack. The last he saw of the 50/ was when he put it in his pocket at the P.O. Hotel. To the P.M., Roberts said he did not see Hay at the Police Station. Mr. Meillon then submitted to the Magistrate that there was no case to answer, and asked him to discharge the information. Throughout the case for the prosecution there had been a great conflict of evidence. Roberts was a very reliable witness. The police said Roberts was not drunk and that he had accused Hay of the assault and robbery when he saw him at the station. Roberts had denied that he ever saw Hay at the station. If Roberts’ evidence was reliable, then the police evidence was not, or vice versa. The P.M. said he was satisfied that an assault had been committed, but there was no evidence to show that robbery had taken place. He would amend the charge to one of common assault.
DEFENDANT IN BOX
John Clement Hay, laborer, a married man, said he had lived all his life in Forbes, and had known Roberts since their school days. He had always been friendly with him and they worked together. They had never had any arguments. He then corroborated the evidence given by Roberts up to the stage when they returned to the Club House Hotel. Here, Hay said, they had had some drink, he did not know how much, but it was more than one. It was not correct that they did not have drinks there. From the bar the two of them went to the lavatory and were there for some time, as he was pretty drunk. They had some hot words and a fight ensued. He did not know who started it, but they got into holts. He did not take any money from Roberts and had no intention of doing so. After the fight he went out the back gate and down to the Royal Hotel, where a chap named Turner came in and told him the police were looking for him and were up at his place. He went home in a motor lorry, and just after he got there the police arrived. He went to the station with them and did not see Roberts. It was not correct that he heard Roberts accuse him of assault and robbery. He had an idea the argument with Roberts was about fighting, he was not sure.
NOT “KING HITTER”
In reply to Inspector O’Connell, witness said on March 20 he had had a good number of drinks and was pretty “full.” When he and Roberts first went to the lavatory he did not see any blood on the latter, but there was some after the fight. He was not very good with his hands, and was not known in Forbes as “The King Hitter.” There were no marks of fight on him the morning after the fight. He could not remember how many drinks they had had at the Club House Hotel, but all the money he had (5/) was gone. Pearl Thelma Hay, wife of the defendant, supported the evidence of Roberts and Hay with regard to their going to her home for dinner. While there, she said, they consumed a little over half a bottle of whisky. Her husband gave her £2/13/ when he arrived home, and she gave him 5/ when he left home after dinner. When the two men arrived at the house they were under the influence of drink, and on leaving were decidedly drunk. They were quite friendly. Her husband had given her no more money. Alice Jane Hanley gave evidence to the effect that the two men went to her home on the afternoon of March 20. They were both drunk and she advised them to go home and have a sleep. Neither of the pair could walk straight. That concluded the evidence, and in his address, Mr. Meillon pointed out to the P.M. the improbability of the bloodstains on Hay’s clothes unless there had been a struggle and the men got into holts, which Roberts denied that they did. It was therefore safe to assume, continued Mr. Meillon, that Hay’s story was correct, and that while under the influence of drink the men had had a brawl, and during the struggle Roberts’ pocket got torn and the money lost. It was also probable, said the solicitor, that when Roberts met the police he was fearful of being arrested and concocted the story to save himself. The whole affair was shadowed in doubt, and his client was entitled to the benefit of that doubt. Mr. Ryan, however, thought otherwise, and convicted the defendant. He imposed a fine of £2.
UNFAIR COSTS
When Inspector O’Connell asked for £4/11/6 costs, Mr. Meillon strongly objected. He said it was grossly unfair to his client that a policeman was sent to Sydney to take the clothes for examination. They could have been sent by registered post for a shilling or two. It was most unnecessary. The P.M. explained that the first charge preferred, that of assault and robbery, was a serious one, and the police had to take all precautions with regard to the exhibits. The costs asked for were allowed, and three months were granted the defendant in which to pay.
HENNESSY.— The friends of Mrs CATHERINE HENNESSY of Verona, 46 Corunna road Stanmore, and Mr. and Mrs. J. BENHAM, Mr MICHAEL HENNESSY and Misses MARY, TESS and KITTYHENNESSY are kindly invited to attend the Funeral of their beloved HUSBAND and FATHER Michael Richard Hennessy ( retired Sergeant Police ) to leave St Michael’s Church Stanmore THIS (Saturday) AFTERNOON at 2.30 for Rookwood Cemetery by road Motor Funeral
W. N. BULL
Funeral Director
HENNESSY. – The friends of Mr. and Mrs. WILLIAM HENNESSY, Mr and Mrs. JOHN HENNESSY, Mr and Mrs JAMES HENNESSY and FAMILIES, Mr and Mrs J HORON and Mr PATRICK HENNESSY are kindly invited to attend the funeral of their beloved BROTHER and UNCLE Michael Richard Hennessy to leave St Michael’s Church, Stanmore, THIS (Saturday) AFTERNOON at 2.30 for Rookwood Cemetery
W N BULL,
Funeral Director.
HENNESSY. – The Friends of Mr and Mrs. JAMES WESLAN, Mr and Mrs MICHAEL WESLAN, Mr and Mrs WILLIAM WESLAN and FAMILIES are kindly invited to attend the Funeral of their beloved BROTHER IN LAW and UNCLE Michael Richard Hennessy to leave St Michael’s Church, Stanmore THIS SATURDAY at 2.30 for Rookwood Cemetery.
W. N. BULL
Funeral Director.
HENNESSY – The Friends of Mrs. ELLEN STAUNTON and FAMILY are kindly invited to attend the Funeral of their beloved NEPHEW and COUSIN, Michael Richard Hennessy to leave St. Michael’s Church Stanmore THIS (Saturday) AFTERNOON at 2.30 for Rookwood Cemetery
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BARTLETT – BRADFORD. — The Engagement is announced of Beverly Ann Bradford, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Bradford, of Nowra, to Thomas Charles Bartlett, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Bartlett, of Clovelly.
The facts, briefly, associated with acts of bravery performed by Police during the year 1967 are as set out hereunder.
2. On 13th January, 1967, Sergeant 3rd Class Malcolm Anthony Taper ( NSWPF # 5762 ), Senior-Constable Thomas Charles Bartlett ( NSWPF # 6990 ), and Constable 1st Class Ronald Frederick Dening ( NSWPF # 8988 ) arrested a man at Rydalmere who was armed with a rifle with which he fired upon the Police.
SYDNEY, Wednesday. — A man who was sentenced to seven years’ gaol today for shooting at police was told by Mr Justice Nagle that he was lucky he was not in the dock for murder.
Alan John Skinner, 25, of Rydalmere, pleaded guilty to a charge of shooting at Constable Thomas Charles Bartlett on January 30 with intent to prevent lawful apprehension.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001), Friday 4 July 1975 (No.92), page 2670
(1534) Sydney, 4th July, 1975.
Land District — Metropolitan; Shire — Hornsby
Thomas Charles Bartlett and Beverley Anne Bartlett. Part of the non-public reserved road within portion 59, being also the road within lot B of Transfer No. G. 653095, Parish North Colah, County Cumberland. Rds 75-1020.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001), Friday 8 August 1975 (No.105), page 3195
(2319) Sydney, 8th August, 1975.
Land District — Metropolitan; Shire — Hornsby
Thomas Charles Bartlett and Beverley Anne Bartlett. 2 150 square metres, being lot 1 in Deposited Plan 250326, Parish North Colah, County Cumberland. Rds 75-1020.
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The facts, briefly, associated with acts of bravery performed by Police during the year 1967 are as set out hereunder.
10. On 14th June, 1967, at North Richmond, Constable 1st Class William Andrew Shute,whilst seated in a Departmental motor car, was confronted by a man whom he had followed.
The man held a loaded sawn-off rifle at the Constable’s head. Whilst this was happening the Constable endeavoured to draw his pistol. The man directed the Constable to surrender his pistol. The Constable refused and removed the ignition keys from the Police car. He then alighted from the car and when he did so the man shot him on a number of occasions in the leg.
The man was later arrested and charged with maliciously wounding the Constable and other offences.
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Bryson, by all read accounts, was a lovely bloke and well respected Policeman with a great sense of humour.
He completed the Anacapa Sciences Intelligence Course and was then selected into the State Criminal Intelligence Section and was one of those chosen to initiate and conduct Patrol Intelligence Courses at Goulburn academy.
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Ron Bloxham NSW Rusted & Seized FB Group 15 April 2014 Here is a photo from 1962, us poor lot going to Redfern Police Academy after probation finished. Names I can remember, John McInerney # 9937, ???, Ron Bloxham # 9894, Warwick Hensley # 9963, E.B. Russell Cox # 9927, Cec Shears # 9876, Kneeling down are Tony Lannan # 9896, Floyd Ballard # 9912, Kevin Wales # 9910, R. Northcott # 9948. First class to get the ‘new’ summer uniform.
Prior to joining the NSW Police Force, Tony may have worked as a Lineman-in-training, Fourth Division, with the Post Master-General’s Department of NSW.
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INSCRIPTION: In Loving Remembrance of my dear husband William SUTHERLAND who died 29th July 1901 Aged 47 years Father is gone but not forgotten Nor is the good advise he gave Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger Round our darling father’s grave. Also our dear Mother Isabella SUTHERLAND wife of the above who died 12th November 1910 aged 52? years Sadly missed As long as life and memory last We will remember thee.
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The death of Senior-constable William Sutherland, of the Glebe Police Station, on Monday, recalls the tragic death of his brother, also a constable, in June, 1889.
He was on duty at Macleay-street, Potts Point, when he saw a man jump over the fence of Mr. Bundle’s residence, Pomeroy.
He challenged him ; a scuffle ensued, and Sutherland was mortally wounded with a revolver shot.
A Victorian criminal, James Morrison, was executed for the murder.
Senior-constable William Sutherland, who for the past nineteen years has been connected with the police in No. 2 division, at the Glebe, died yesterday at his residence in Talfourd street, Glebe.
The deceased was about 45 years of age, and leaves a widow and family.
He had been ill for about fifteen months, and had been off duty for that time.
The funeral will take place on Wednesday afternoon, at Rookwood.
William Thompson, 28 a dealer, was at the Central Police Court yesterday sentenced to 14 days’ imprisonment with hard labour for having assaulted Constable William Sutherland.
The assault was committed whilst the constable was in the act of conducting the accused to the police station.
The inquest on the body of Constable David Sutherland, who was shot by a burglar at Potts Point, was commenced yesterday afternoon.
The prisoner, James Morrison, was in custody, handcuffed.
There was a crowded court.
Morrison is a powerful fellow, 28 years of age, and the mark of a heavy blow over the left eye is still visible.
Constable William Sutherland identified the body as that of his cousin. He was a native of Canterbury, New Zealand. He was a single man. His mother, three sisters, and four brothers were living there.
Medical evidence showed that the bullet severed the main artery of the groin.
Benjamin Backhouse, architect, residing at Potts Point, deposed that he was awakened by the reports of a shot. On hearing the second shot, he also heard cries for help. He then saw a man running away. The man was of similar appearance as prisoner. A fence over which the man scrambled was examined afterwards and showed blood marks.
Further evidence similar to that reported already was also given.
The inquiry is still proceeding.
Melbourne, Wednesday.
The Melbourne police have identified the photograph of James Morrison, who is charged with the murder of Constable Sutherland, as that of a man known to them as Jackson, who has recently done two and a half-years in Victoria for an impudent forgery.
Senior-constable Thomas Grice and Constable William Sutherland were summoned in the Central Police Court this morning charged with assaulting John Brunty on the night of the 12th instant.
Plaintiff swore that he was leaving his brother’s public-house on the night in question, when defendant Grice stopped him, and asked what he had under his arm.
The two defendants then seized both his arms, and beat them behind his back, in consequence of which he has not been able to work since.
William Brunty, brother of plaintiff, Patrick Smith, Mrs. Brunty, wife of William Brunty, gave corroborative evidence.
For the defence Thomas Grice, senior-constable of police, stated that on the night in question he, in company with Constable Sutherland, was on duty at the back of the Lady of the Lake Hotel, and met the plaintiff.
Defendant took hold of his arm, and asked him to hand out what he had under his coat, and did not hurt him.
Witness was severely cross-examined by Mr. Levien.
William Sutherland and Mr. F. Wilkinson gave evidence as to the zeal and good conduct of the defendants.
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17 March 2021 @ 12.52pm: Look what arrived yesterday after a very anticipated wait. I looked in the cover of the first edition and in stated published 1987 when I was 16 now about to turn 50 long wait but so worth it what a great book Osu! Great to see Shihan Cameron Quinn took the time to sign the book as well. Awesome.
23 October 2017 Old school how goods this!
14 October 2017
21 July 2018: The only certainty in life is death……We all die one day. Last night my father died. No one can say that he lost the fight cancer may have taken his body, but he never gave up or gave in. One of our proudest moments together was when I graduated from the Police Academy so I thought that was a fitting picture. The death on any parent is an invaluable lasting blow. Because no one ever loves you again like that. Until we meet again! Gone but never forgotten.
Posted to his personal FB page on the day he died. 13 April 2021 @ 8.13am. It was a ‘cut and paste’, or a Share from: Jim Casey 9 April 2021 @ 10.58am Tough times never last, but tough people do.” WEATHERING THE STORMS OF LIFE Life happens, not just for me but for all of us. When the storm has passed, put your energy into rebuilding your life, don’t waste time looking back. And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about. Always to believe you the courage and strength to push through this and that tomorrow will be a better day. 16 of his friends either Liked it, Cared or gave a Heart. 2 days later, a friend, Tony Blake, asked Craig: ” Craig, what’s going on with you mate? Have you got support up there? ” The question went unanswered of course.
Megan Here …
It is with much sadness and disbelief I need to let our family and friends know that Craig took his life last night.
He has fought so many Demons and suffered immense mental anguish for so many years. The nightmares, the flashbacks, the anxiety and the depression were exhausting and debilitating and he needed peace.
He decided it was time to check out of this life and while we are heart broken we understand and we wish things were different but unfortunately there is a complete lack of support for our first responders especially after their careers have ended.
He was tired and as much as he loved us he decided it was time to end the pain and finally be at peace.
This photo was taken on our ( Lucas John ) way back from hiking down to the Goldie River, Kokoda Track PNG when he came up and lent the AFP his amazing driver training skills.
It’s with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marty Hogan. As you all know Marty was battling cancer for the past few years. He passed away on Saturday 10th April with his family by his side.
Marty was a great long term student & a Hapkido black belt. A wonderful close friend to Master King & Mrs Shantal. He developed many close friendships to those he trained alongside. He was also a strong inspiration to many.
We know our whole KMA community will be just as heartbroken to hear this news.
Our deepest condolences to his wife Jane, daughter Maya and their family & friends.
We are raising funds to assist our friend, colleague, husband, father, teacher, police officer and all round top bloke, Marty Hogan. He and his family are battling an aggressive form of Cancer and Marty has entered the fight of his life.
In December 2019, after returning from a hiking holiday Marty was fatigued, sleeping up to 15 hours each day. Incessant coughing repeatedly caused him to vomit and fight for his next breath. He started losing weight – fast. Days later, the family sat together in the Gold Coast University Hospital, devastated from the shock diagnosis: Marty had Stage four Metastatic Bowel Cancer which had spread extensively to his liver.
Marty’s decline was rapid. He commenced chemotherapy immediately. His wife Jane and daughter Maya (14) stayed by his side providing love, encouragement and support as he fights the battle of a lifetime.
Their story
Marty and Jane met 2010. It was a wonder their relationship ever survived. On their first romantic getaway for a weekend up in the mountains, Marty wooed Jane with a first course of oysters. One hour later, inside their cabin (with very thin walls) Marty and Jane succumbed to the disastrous biological effects of rotten oysters. Marty thought they would never survive the undignified encounter but for Jane, she had found her soul-mate. Marty was unlike anyone she had every known – protective, determined, open, honest and a bit of a clown, she couldn’t help but fall for him.
Marty’s passion in sport is Hapkido, a Korean martial art with emphasis on self-defence. Marty trains and assists junior students, he holds a provisional black belt and Maya proudly trains alongside him with a red tip belt. Jane is the newest member of the Hapkido family, working towards a blue belt. At the end of each week, Marty usually enjoys the solace of a few beers while strumming his ukulele, listening to country music or hitting the local karaoke bar (much to Maya’s dismay). He is a man of integrity who holds his friends and family close to his heart.
Marty is a Sergeant in the Queensland Police. He has worked in many roles within the service and has dedicated his life to serving and protecting. Now Marty finds himself in uncertain times, vulnerable and requiring reciprocation of the public’s assistance. Marty is a proud man who does not readily seek nor ask for help. His love and unconditional commitment to Jane and Maya is inspirational and like most cops, he is always the first in line when needed.
Your assistance with escalating expenses for medical treatment, household and financial commitments will give them the gift of time and the ability to walk this journey together. Please donate to this heartbreaking situation; any donation no matter how small will be truly appreciated.
Any money kindly donated on this page will go directly to Marty, supporting him where it is needed most. If you are not in a position to be able to contribute, please share this link.
Updates (6)
October 13, 2020 by Marty Hogan, Organizer
Marty has had a 2 month break from chemo after some nasty side effects that landed him in hospital in early August.
The break was wonderful and we had a little family holiday in September while he was looking and feeling so much better.
However yesterday we found out his cancer has progressed with new lesions in his liver and he is restarting Chemo today.
A blow to his great progress to date, we are sad but ok and preparing for the next fight.
July 14, 2020 by Marty Hogan, Organizer
Thank You
Aided by your incredible generosity we have achieved our goal to raise funds for modifications to our home to overcome the barrier of stairs. After a lengthy covid interruption in planning, we are now able to follow up on the valued advice and quotes to ensure the best solution for Marty.
Marty is now also focused on finalising tasks around our family home to ease the burden down the track. He has recently arranged for installation of security cameras and is now planning to have our house painted.
Marty continues to have chemotherapy and is fortunately tolerating the treatment well for now. We have just enjoyed some precious time with Maya during the school holidays. Treasured time with family and friends during the winter break have left us in good spirits.
We are so overwhelmed by your kindness and support, we can not thank you enough nor convey the impact it has had on our family. You have given us time together and made life a little simpler. We have received a wave of love we were not expecting nor felt we deserved.
Thank you.
We will continue to maintain the GoFunfMe page so we can stay in contact and keep you updated on Marty’s journey.
June 4, 2020 by Marty Hogan, Organizer
Great news this week.
6 month scan results are back and all tumours have continued to shrink. The largest tumour started out at 6cm is now 1.3cm. No new tumours. Marty continues to have chemotherapy for now.
Thank you for your messages and support. We love hearing from you and look forward to seeing you soon
March 23, 2020 by Marty Hogan, Organizer
Marty’s CT scan results are in!!!!
All tumors are shrinking – The biggest drop in size was a huge 6cm tumor drop to 2cm.
And no spread!!!!
Such great news Today!
Now we continue to crack on with 3 more months of chemo and zero covid.
We are keeping close to home and really love all your messages and calls.
February 24, 2020 by Marty Hogan, Organizer
The commissioner of the QLD police made time for us today. Katarina Carroll’s supportive visit was warm, sincere, encouraging and fun. Thank you for your continued support QPS. We feel the police family love every day
Marty is doing well on chemotherapy. He has his first scan since diagnosis on the 4th March. We are nervous but hope to be able to be able to share good results with you soon.
Thank you for your love and support
We hope you can join us on the 29th March in Northlakes at the Sunday Session organised by ‘Heart and Soul Festivals’
February 6, 2020 by Marty Hogan, Organizer
After just 24 hours you have helped us raise over $10,000. We are beyond overwhelmed with your messages of love and incredible contributions. Our hearts are bursting.
Today, with our CANTEEN bandanas on, we thank and salute you.
Thank you for your help and love. It has been a really special 24 hours
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Family and friends are invited to the celebration of Graeme’s life with a service to be held Tuesday, December 17, 2019, in the Rose Chapel, 22 Toonburra St, commencing at 11am.
In Lieu of flowers donations to the Heart Foundation would be appreciated (envelopes at the service).
Aged 84 Years.
Late of South Kolan, passed away at home December 11, 2019.
Adored Husband to Beverley, loved Father to Larry and Janelle, loving Father in law to John and Grandfather to Tara, Isaac, Lyndall and Sam and Great Grandfather to Quinlan, Casper, Arlen and Ariel.
“Sadly missed”
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December 16, 2019
Graeme, it was great working with you at Dubbo, in my role as the communications technical officer. The big search around Goodooga comes to mind. It heightened my existing respect for you, your decision making, your concern for the welfare of other police in the search and especially your devilish sense of humour. RIP, mate. John Hams Retired Inspector Registered number 14022
Promotions for constables at Goulburn, Nowra and Tumut were announced yesterday by the NSW Police Commissioner, Mr Allan.
Constables J. B. Goof( # ???? – by 1968 he does not appear in the Stud Book ) and P. J. Madden( # 9294 )( Goulburn ), A. Shaw( # 9326 )( Nowra ) and G. C. Rooskov( # 9293 )( Tumut ), all become Constables First Class.
SYDNEY, Thursday. — Central Criminal Court was told today that a youth had killed his mother by shooting her through the back of her head for no apparent reason.
Robert George McAlister, 17, of Blowering Road, Tumut, pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter. The Crown accepted the plea to the lesser charge.
Detective Sergeant G. C. Rooskov, of Tumut, said McAlister had gone to the Tumut Police Station at 1pm on August 7 last year and said he had shot his mother. Sergeant Rooskov said McAlister, then 16, had shown no emotion while telling his story.
McAlister had said that after he had dug up a rabbit burrow, his mother had told him to return the spade to his aunt. As she was walking away he had shot her through the head.
Sergeant Rooskov said McAlister was a member of the Young Anglicans Fellowship, a member of a tight-knit and happy family, and an average student.
Mr Justice O’Brien remanded McAlister for sentence.
Graeme was a thoroughly decent human being and a friend to all that knew him.
On the day before his passing, he held the esteemed and usual job of being Father Christmas, at our retired police end of year party in Hervey Bay.
As it happened, we had a bit of time up our sleeve before lunch, so he was asked to give a talk on his career and family.
It was one that he spoke fondly of, and justifiably proud of. The next day he sadly passed.
RIP Graeme.
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A CONSULTANT company, now known as Halliburton KBR Pty Ltd was commissioned by Shoalhaven City Council in June 2001 to examine options for a Bomaderry/North Nowra link road.
The initial study in 1995 examined five options, two of which were east of the existing West Cambewarra Road, and one utilising the existing West Cambewarra Road alignment.
That study found the West Cambewarra options would not measurably ease the traffic on Illaroo Road.
Councillor Jane Bange has been lobbying for council to develop the existing road reserve, or adopt an option which would be west of the existing West Cambewarra Road.
The main stumbling block against using the existing road reserve, is that the RTA has indicated it would not approve another road feeding into the roundabout at Glendon Motors.
The current study is on hold, waiting for traffic modelling in connection with council’s Nowra/Bomaderry structure plan to be completed.
Bolong road overpass
WHILE the debate raged over where a link should be established between Bomaderry and North Nowra, a traffic policeman came up with a scheme in 1999 to relieve traffic congestion at the Shoalhaven River bridge.
Sergeant Adrian Danslow‘s idea involved an overpass link between Bolong Road and Illaroo Road.
“This would allow the complete removal of traffic lights at the Princes Highway and Illaroo Road intersection, and alleviate the constant stopping and queuing problem” he said.
“Such a construction would mean all pylon supports would be on dry land and not on the river bed, reducing the cost.
However, Shoalhaven City Council’s city services manager, Barry Russell said the suggestion would not solve the problem of increased traffic on Illaroo Road.
“The original link road was aimed at reducing traffic at the Illaroo Road/Princes Highway intersection, and along Illaroo Road,” he said.
Third River crossing
SHOALHAVEN City Mayor Greg Watson believes the RTA should urgently look at constructing a third crossing of the Shoalhaven River.
“The plans the RTA have at the moment are for a complete bypass of Nowra, and that’s 40 years away, and you would be looking at spending $60 to $100 million,” Cr Watson said.
“And a bypass of the town would not solve the traffic problems in North Nowra.
“What we need to be looking at is a bridge to the west of the new bridge.
“That way the two pavements could be merged, and it would be easy to dedicate two lanes to Illaroo Road traffic, removing it from the highway traffic.
“That way you could remove the traffic lights at Illaroo Road.
“The existing bridges carry 46,000 vehicles a day, and capacity is fast running out.
“I wouldn’t suggest placing the additional bridge to the east of the existing structures.
“The acquisition cost of land in the area would be horrendous.”
Illaroo Road’s 15,300 cars a day
STATISTICALLY speaking, Illaroo Road has been carrying far in excess of the recommended traffic load for a residential street.
At last count, in June this year, 15,300 cars used the road every day.
According to the studies done by Mitchell McCotter back in 1995, by 2011 Illaroo Road is expected to be carrying 25,573 vehicles a day.
Again, according to Mitchell McCotter, this figure would only be reduced by about 5000 vehicles a day if any of the West Cambewarra Road options are adopted.
However, an estimate of accidents per million vehicle kilometres in 2011 shows that the West Cambewarra Road options would significantly reduce accident rates from 10.6 if no link is established down to 7.86.
Back in 1995, it was estimated that the West Cambewarra Road options would cost from $5.8 million to $7.7 million, whereas the Shoalhaven City Council preferred route, Narang Road to Pitt Street, North Nowra, would have cost from $4.8 to $7.7 million.
Former local police officers (from left) Bob Williamson, Ron Akhurst, Adrian Danslow and Steve Jones catch up during Retired Police Officers Day.Former Shoalhaven police and now retired officers at the local Retired Police Officers Day with Shoalhaven Local Area Command Acting Superintendent Joe Thone (far right) Ron Akhurst, Nev Whalan, Bob Groensten, Jack Thoroughgood, John Rudd, Bryant Smith, Ron Cox, Mick Rigg, Jayne Hewitt, Doug McLeod, Adrian Danslow, Bob Hutchison, Steve Jones, Bob Williamson and John Crockett.
September 8 2017 – 1:54PM
Retired Police Officers Day honours those who have served
Robert Crawford
Shoalhaven Local Area Command Acting Superintendent Joe Thone has paid credit to former officers on Retired Police Officers Day, saying they had set the platform for the future.
Retired officers from across the Shoalhaven were honoured on Thursday as part of the special event.
Fifteen former officers took part in the day, designed to acknowledge and recognise the efforts of former officers.
It is important we recognise the great work each of you have done for our organisation and the contribution and service to the people of NSW, Acting Superintendent Thone said.
We honour your contribution and sacrifice and ongoing legacy of our retired NSW Police officers.
Policing is a dangerous profession, and the risk taken by all our officers as they serve the community daily comes with inherent danger.
Some of our fellow officers have unfortunately paid the ultimate price with significant injury and loss of life.
This loss is a reminder of the sacrifice of all of our officers, both sworn and unsworn.
You set the platform for the future.
Shoalhaven Local Area Command Acting Superintendent Joe Thone.
Acting Superintendent Thone said it didn’t matter what duties officers performed, they had all contributed to making NSW police one of the most progressive and modern law enforcement agencies in the world.
That connection will never leave you, he said. We that remain, and those whom are beginning their police careers are honoured to continue
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DEADLY CRASH A former NSW Police officer was killed in a motorbike crash this week. David John MAINSBRIDGE, who resigned from the force in the face of intimidation and assault charges, died in the motorbike versus car smash on the M7 at Eastern Creek on Friday. The driver of the car was uninjured. The fatality came less than two weeks out from the retired senior constable having to front court for the domestic violence case that cost him his career. He was due to appear in Newcastle Local Court on April 21. The former Traffic and Highway Patrol officer was also charged in 2019 with unlawfully accessing the police records system a year earlier.
Mount Druitt Police Area Command
10 April 2021 @ 9.55am
A man has died following a two-vehicle crash at Eastern Creek this afternoon.
Just after 1pm today (Friday 9 April 2021), emergency services were called to the southbound lanes of the M7 near the Light Horse Interchange, Eastern Creek, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
The rider of a motorcycle, a man, believed to be aged in his 60’s – died at the scene.
He is yet to be formally identified.
The driver of the second vehicle has been taken to hospital for mandatory testing.
Officers from Mount Druitt Police Area Command established a crime scene and have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As investigations continue, the south-bound lanes of the M7 Motorway have been closed. Motorists are urged to avoid the area.
Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.
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April 9, 2021 4:05 pm AEST
Motorcyclist dies after crash
A man has died following a two-vehicle crash at Eastern Creek this afternoon.
Just after 1pm today (Friday 9 April 2021), emergency services were called to the southbound lanes of the M7 near the Light Horse Interchange, Eastern Creek, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
The rider of a motorcycle, a man, believed to be aged in his 60’s – died at the scene.
He is yet to be formally identified.
The driver of the second vehicle has been taken to hospital for mandatory testing.
Officers from Mount Druitt Police Area Command established a crime scene and have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As investigations continue, the south-bound lanes of the M7 Motorway have been closed. Motorists are urged to avoid the area.
For the latest traffic updates, go to livetraffic.com.au
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
A NSW police officer has faced court accused of multiple domestic violence offences including unlawfully using a police database.
Senior Constable David John Mainsbridge, 60, faced Maitland Local Court on Wednesday on 10 charges, including three assaults that caused actual bodily harm and three instances of intimidation.
The officer, who is attached to the traffic and highway patrol command, is also accused of unlawfully accessing the police records system in May 2018.
No plea was entered and the matter was adjourned to November 14 at Newcastle Local Court.
Mainsbridge remains on conditional bail preventing him from approaching his alleged victims.
NSW Police say the officer’s employment is under review pending the case’s outcome.
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NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 101A
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 11266
Service: From 28 September 1964 to? April 1994 ( Optional Retirement ) = 29+ years Service? ? ?
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 28 September 1964 ( aged 25 years, 5 months, 6 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Monday 2 November 1964 ( aged 25 years, 6 months, 26 days )
Constable – appointed 2 November 1965
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed 2 November 1973
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 December 1980
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 3 June 1987 ( Seniority date = 24 December 1986 )
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Sergeant ?/Class – Optional Retirement
Stations: ?, Mounted Unit – Redfern Police Academy?, Green Valley – Call Box ( 22 Division )( 1971 – 1985 ), Liverpool ( 22 Division ), ?, City of Sydney – Optional Retirement
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted 2 March 1981 ( SenCon )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 7 October 1991 ( SenCon )
Commendation for Good Team work and tenacity during a high speed chase in the Liverpool area resulting in the arrest of an offender charged with robbery whilst armed in July 1969.
Commended with Inspector 1/c Alfred ‘Tom’ RANGOTT, SenCon L. HUNTINGTON, Cst 1/c B. BANISTER, Cst F. K. WHITTON & ProCst G. WHITE.
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Thank you Rod Sheraton for passing on my message. As you know I have been chatting with Freds wife Joyce.
Fred won the Best and Fairest with the Bulls in the early years.
Sadly both of his sons Warwick and Perry passed away many years ago.
His daughter Robyn has been a rock in their family.
Fred joined the Cops as a Mounted Police Officer at the Redfern Academy before being transferred to GDs at 22 Division, settling in at Green Valley.
He was a keen fisherman and loved taking mates outside on his boat.
I remember in the 70s we went fishing down south. We saw a buoy and I pulled up a trap that felt like it was full of cement. I finally got it on board and it contained the biggest lobster known to man.
We made a deal that he would have Joyce cook it and we would share the bounty.
Not long after this we went to Fred’s for Robyns 21st birthday. I asked about the lobster he said he would go inside and get it.
I was looking forward to a good feed.
Well he came back with the bleached shell!! and said it was the best lobster he had ever eaten.
At least I had the chance to see its red shell.
Yes it was a great 21st with all the Valley boys present. We drank the place dry.
I think I played a game with Fred in 1972. Tough man.
Plenty of good times with Fred and the boys at the Valley when there were 7 of us stationed there just across from the Valley Pub..
God bless you mate.
RIP.
Wok.
PS If anyone had Roger Fords, Neil Foremans or Errol Montefiores details please let them know.
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Cabramatta Police Station with some of the staff: Back Row ( L-R) ? ( a butcher ), ?, Roger Bergamin, Rob Francis, John Mills, Ned Woolaston Front row Mick van der Velde, Gary Heskett, Steve Koneman, ? circa 1982
Julie-ann Bergamin ( daughter-in-law ), Roger Bergamin & Garry Bergamin ( son ).
ROGER is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
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24 July 1982 — Sergeant Roger Bergamin, of Cabramatta said he had drawn his service revolver and told Dehen: “Drop the gun or I’ll shoot.” Dehen had then …
I worked with Roger a lot of the time when I was a Constable and he, a Senior Constable, from Fairfield and Cabramatta ( 34 Division ) and he was a great bloke to work with and we would often end up at his place or out watching his two sons playing their sport on a weekend.
I often thought of Roger.
May you forever Rest In Peace mate.
Cal
Greg ‘ Cal ‘ Callander
NSWPF # 17463
1975 – 2004
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ? UNKNOWN
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( April 2021 )
KEITH is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
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SYDNEY: Three senior policemen have been publicly cleared of corruption allegations raised against them at the Juanita Nielsen inquest.
The NSW Minister for Police, Mr Anderson, told State Parliament yesterday that an internal police inquiry had found no evidence to substantiate allegations made by Mr Jim Anderson, a former associate of Mr Abe Saffron, a Sydney businessman.
Mr Jim Anderson asserted in September last year that he had seen Mr Saffron make cash payments during the 1970s to a number of policemen, including Assistant Police Commissioner Jim Pyne, Detective Sergeant Brian Ballard and a licensing officer, Inspector Keith Dunlop.
The Minister quoted Deputy Commissioner John Perrin who, with Executive Chief Superintendent Russ Sadler, conducted the investigation, as saying, “There is no evidence available to substantiate any of the allegations made by Anderson. . . or that any of the police and former police referred to by him have in any way been guilty of improper conduct”.
The Minister said that since Mr Jim Anderson was “involved in criminal proceedings it would be inappropriate to comment on any detail” of the investigation.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( April 2021 )
ELISE is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
ELISE IS NOT mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills Although appears to be entitled to be mentioned.
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Campbelltown Touch regret to announce the passing of Elise Monjo. (Grommy).
Elise played with Campbelltown Touch some time ago and was well liked around the club.
Grommy also assisted with refereeing at club level as well as at local school gala days.
Please respect the privacy of the family in this sad time.
White Ribbon Day convoy travels through Campbelltown and Macquarie Fields to stop domestic violence
Emergency service workers, police, residents, community groups and students said no to domestic violence during the White Ribbon Day convoy through the Campbelltown and Macquarie Fields regions on Friday.
Luisa Cogno
less than 2 min read
November 27, 2017 – 3:34PM
Macarthur Chronicle Campbelltown
Senior Constable Elise Carter (front), joins Lisa Brown from YOTS, Inspector Paul Kremer, Luanda Martin from YOTS and Senior Constable Troy Lewis during the White Ribbon Day convoy’s tug of war at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. Picture: Simon Bullard
EMERGENCY service workers, police, residents, community groups and students said no to domestic violence during the White Ribbon Day convoy through the Campbelltown and Macquarie Fields regions on Friday.
A convoy of 10 vehicles carrying Campbelltown police, State Emergency Service members, Campbelltown Council staff as well as Burnside, Family and Community Services and Centrelink workers travelled from AB Central in Airds, to Campbelltown TAFE and Macarthur Square to spread the anti-violence message.
A similar convoy carrying groups including Macquarie Fields police travelled from Glenquarie Town Centre and visited Minto Marketplace and Eagle Vale Marketplace.
The two convoys met at Campbelltown Sports Stadium in a show of support before men took the White Ribbon Day oath to say no to violence against women.
Attendees also took part in a tug of war to build comraderie.
Campbelltown police domestic violence officer Sen-Constable Carolynn Walters said the day was excellent and a great opportunity to raise awareness that there is no place in the community for domestic violence and violence against women.
Raising awareness and showing their support during the White Ribbon Day convoy are Senior Constables Elise Carter and Dennis Hoyne with community members at Campbelltown Sports Stadium.
“Everyone came together on the day for this very important issue,’’ she said.
“When we were driving around there were always people there supporting us on the route.’’
Now in its third year, the convoy aims to foster community cohesion, trust and respect for all participants.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
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JOHN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
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Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 21 April 1972 (No.42), page 1374
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, has approved of the following appointments:
The undermentioned members of the Police Force to be Inspectors under the Liquor Act, 1912, as amended by subsequent Acts, for the Licensing District preceding their names, from the dates specified, viz.:
Holbrook.— Senior Constable John Edward Dowsett, stationed at Holbrook, during the absence on leave of Sergeant 2nd Class William Kevin Heyman, from 13th February, 1972.
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NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – “Possibly“ Class # 072
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 8911
Service: From “probably” Monday, 7 October 1957 to? ? 1989? = 32? years Service? ? ?
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on “probably” Monday, 7 October 1957 ( aged 25 years, 9 months, 11 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 25 November 1957 ( aged 25 years, 10 months, 30 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed 25 November 1963
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Senior Constable – appointed 1 July 1968 ( appointed 4 months early? )
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 4 February 1974
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed 31 March 1983
Inspector – appointed 17 December 1986 ( 1988 Stud Book but doesn’t appear in 1989 issue )
Chief Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Inspector
Stations: ?, Armed Holdup Squad ( early 1970s ), Burwood ( Det Sgt 1981 )( 9 Division ), ?
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted – No Find on Australian Honours system
Medal of the Order of Australia ( OAM ) – Granted 10 June 2002 ( to Mr. Barry Clyde NELSON of Punchbowl, NSW, for Service to Rugby League football, particularly through the Bulldogs League Club. )
Police Protocol have arranged Police presence at the funeral and request that Unsworn Members attending should wear suitable day dress with full-size medals and lapel badge insignia of any long service awards held.
any Future Wake location: ??? TBA
any Future Wake date: ??? TBA
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Funeral Parlour: Stan Crapp Funerals, Kiama, NSW
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Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( May 2021 )
BARRY is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
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Dearly loved father and father in law of Kerrie and Steve, Craig, and Scott.
Cherished Pop of Daniel, Matthew, David, Joel, Georgia, Oliver and
Great Pop to his great grandchildren.
Barry will be sadly missed by his loving family and many dear friends.
Aged 89 Years Forever in our Hearts
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Barry’s funeral service to be held at The Pavilion, Kiama Showground, Bong Bong Street Kiama on Wednesday, 12 May 2021 at 11:30 am.
Former Canterbury player and Club President Barry Nelson has passed away.
Barry joined Canterbury in 1950 as a second rower.
In 1950, Barry was a regular member of the third grade team before securing a regular reserve grade spot in 1951.
Barry played for Wollongong in 1952 before returning to Canterbury in 1953.
In 1954, Barry started the season playing first grade and became a regular member of the team. In 1955, Barry began the season in the second row but by the end of the season had progressed to the front row.
In 1956, Barry played for Gilgandra before returning to Canterbury in 1958 to play reserve grade.
In 1959, Barry secured a regular spot in first grade and in 1960, played one game for NSW in which he suffered a broken jaw.
Missing most of the 1960 season, Barry missed the semi-final series. After having his 1961 season cut short by injury, Barry joined Newtown in 1962 and 1963 to play 33 games.
Barry played one more season with Wollongong in 1964 before retiring.
During the 1980s and 1990s, Nelson was club president of the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs.
He and secretary Peter Moore, oversaw a very successful 1980s, yielding 4 premierships and as a stable committee, oversaw the Bulldogs success into the 1990s.
He was club president from 1982-2002.
He is a Life Member of the Club and in 2004, he was nominated for the Berries to Bulldogs 70 Year Team of Champions.
Nelson was a long standing member of the police force during his playing career.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 29 August 1986 (No.136), page 4180
APPOINTMENT
Parole Board of New South Wales.
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, has, pursuant to the provisions of the Probation and Parole Act 1983, approved the appointment of Detective Sergeant First Class Barry Clyde Nelson as an acting member of the Parole Board from 11th to 29th August, 1986.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 19 September 1986 (No.146), page 4581
APPOINTMENTS.
Parole Board of New South Wales
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, has, pursuant to the provisions of the Probation and Parole Act 1983, approved the appointment of Sergeant First Class Barry Clyde Nelson as an acting member of the Parole Board from 30th August to 30th September, 1986.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 17 October 1986 (No.165), page 5084
Parole Board of New South Wales.
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council has, pursuant to the provisions of the Probation and Parole Act 1983, approved the appointment of Sergeant First Class Barry Clyde Nelson as an acting member of the Parole Board from 1st October to 30th November, 1986.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 12 December 1986 (No.192), page 6086
Parole Board of New South Wales.
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council has, pursuant to the provisions of the Probation and Parole Act 1983, approved the appointment of Detective Inspector Barry Clyde Nelson, as a member of the Parole Board for a period of three years from 1st December, 1986.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 2 January 1987 (No.2), page 14
NEW SOUTH WALES POLICE FORCE
Commissioned Officer Appointments
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, has approved of the undermentioned Commissioned Officer appointments, effective from the dates indicated:
……
Inspector, Liaison Officer, Parole Board, Criminal Investigation
Branch
Detective Sergeant First Class Barry Clyde Nelson, date of entry
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Prior to joining the NSWPF, Robert was “possibly” employed by the Department of Customs and Excise and a Clerical Assistant, Grade 1, Fourth Division in February 1965.
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