Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 25 January 1985
Constable – appointed 25 January 1986
Stations: ?, Burwood & Enfield ( 9 Division ), VKG1 ( Sydney ), Flemington, Gosford – Medical Retirement
Service: From? ? pre January 1985? to? ? ? = ? years Service
Awards: There are two Peter John Armstrong’s mentioned on It’s An Honour.
They both received the National Medal & 1st Clasp to National Medal with one receiving the 2nd Clasp but I am unable to confirm who is who on that system.
Born: 2 March 1965
Died on: ” Left to go to heaven” on Thursday 1 June 2017 @ 2.15pm at home
Age: 52
Cause: Tumour in the brain. Diagnosed in May 2016
Event location: ?
Event date: Thursday 1 June 2017 @ 2.15pm
Funeral date: Friday 9 June 2017
Funeral location: Pete requested a private funeral for his family and close friends. The Chapel, Greenways Chapel and Memorial Gardens, 460 Avoca Dve, Green Point
Buried at: ? TBA
Memorial located at: ?
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FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
In the words of his wife, former member Peter Armstrong “left to go to heaven” at 2.15pm this afternoon., (1st June). No funeral details at this stage but will advise. Please give Prue and the girls as much support as you can and keep them in your prayers and thoughts.
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Neil Gerard HURST
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Neil Gerard HURST
aka Hursty
Late of ?
New South Wales Police Force
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Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 20 July 1984
Constable – appointed 20 July 1985
Sergeant – Retired
Stations: ?, Camden ( 1984 ), Green Valley ( 22 Division ), Liverpool ( 22 Division ), Macquarie Fields, Operation Talon – 2014,
Campbelltown – Retirement
Service: From? ? pre July 1984? to 13 August 2015=31years Service
Awards: National Medal – granted 15 November 1991
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 6 April 2001
Born: 14 January 1956
Died on: Tuesday 30 May 2017 @ 6.20am @ Camden
Age: 61
Cause: Cancer
Event location: ?
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Monday 5 June 2017 @ 2.30pm
Funeral location: Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Crematorium, Camden Valley Way, Leppington
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial located at: ?
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Doug lost his battle with Cancer. He was a great cop and a very decent bloke. He will be missed.
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Resident questions council rate figures
SAM NORRIS
UNIMPRESSED: Bolwarra resident Doug Preston
Maitland City Council has been called out on the maths behind a rate increase worth millions.
A pamphlet outlining the extent of potential rate rises has landed in letter boxes across Maitland and Doug Preston, for one, has questioned the full impact.
“The figures are very rubbery and something stinks,” Mr Preston said.
The average urban residential rates notice, based on a $148,000 land valuation, would climb 8.94 per cent annually from $986.54 to $1796.32 – an 82 per cent cumulative increase. Not 62 per cent as council has published.
Council defended the difference as a matter of reporting methods.
“Council acknowledges there are different views as to how the percentage increases should be expressed,” council’s acting general manager Bernie Mortomore said in a statement to the Mercury.
“Council has been active in distributing as much information as possible on both the increase proposed and the services to be provided by council over the period.”
The pamphlet is part of council’s community consultation, which includes 10am and 6pm public meetings today at the town hall, on proposed rate increases.
The rate rise would affect business, farming and residential landholders, with successive increases over seven years starting in July 2014.
Mr Preston estimated the increase would likely hit ratepayers even harder when the Valuer-General reviewed property values in 2014 and 2017.
“Even if it’s a conservative 3 per cent it will add about $100 a year and the end result will be more like $2000,” he said.
The proposed rate increase is the product of surveys to gauge what services residents wanted and what they were prepared to pay as council faced a $92 million deficit within 10 years.
“I don’t agree with council’s argument that rates must increase,” Mr Preston said.
But council said it had worked hard to communicate the proposed increases clearly.
“Council has been active in distributing as much information as possible on both the increase proposed and the services to be provided by council over the period,” Mr Mortomore said
Patients mortgaging homes to pay for life-saving drugs
June 23, 20138:00am
Homes mortgaged for life-saving drugs
PATIENTS in Eastern Europe and even poverty stricken Greece and Italy are getting access to lifesaving medicines ahead of people in Australia, who in some cases are being forced to remortgage their homes to afford the costly treatments.
As critical government subsidies are refused or delayed in Federal Cabinet, two pharmaceutical companies have dramatically decided they won’t reapply for a subsidy after being knocked back up to seven times.
Their decision has left patients who need the life-extending melanoma treatment Zelboraf facing a $9,400 a month bill for treatment.
Meanwhile, the small number of people with the rare Pompe’s Disease which impairs muscle function and reduces life expectancy are expected to afford $400,000 a year for the treatment Myozyme.
And other crucial medicines which have been approved for subsidy by an independent expert government committee are months later still waiting for cabinet to approve the funding.
Former policeman Doug Preston risked death if he waited for Cabinet to approve subsidy for his $3,500 a month prostate cancer treatment Zytiga. He had to remortgage his house to find the money.
“If I hadn’t done that I would have got past the no return point, my back would have decayed, my legs would have crumbled, I would be bed bound and waiting for death,” he said, explaining that he has a new lease of life since he started the drug.
Zytiga was approved for subsidy by the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee in March, July and November 2012 but the drug company was initially unhappy with the price it was being offered, delaying the subsidy approval.
A new anti-clotting medicine Pradxa was approved for subsidy two years ago and then again in March but 100,000 stroke patients who could benefit from it are still waiting for cabinet to fund it.
Under an agreement the government has with the medicines industry it has six months to approve a medicine if it is approved for subsidy and a price agreement is reached with the company.
The knock-backs and delays come as a study commissioned by pharmaceutical lobby group Medicines Australia found last month that the number of new medicines placed on the nation’s drug subsidy scheme was the lowest in 20 years in 2011-12.
Just 15 new medicines were added to the scheme that year, 40 per cent fewer than the 20-year average of 25 new drugs a year, the Centre for Strategic Economic Studies found.
Many Australians get free access to breakthrough new drugs through clinical trials but the number of new clinical trials approved in Australia is also down 30 per cent in the past six years.
Medicines Australia chief Brendan Shaw says patients waiting for cabinet to approve funding for their medicines are now worried the caretaker period where government ceases entering contracts during the election may further delay subsidies.
Medical Oncology Group of Australia chair Professor Gary Richardson says Australia’s drug approval system is out of date a needs to be reviewed.
“We are now falling behind Eastern European countries with the availability of medicines,” he said.
Drugs should be reimbursed earlier and monitored for five years after which their performance and price should be reassessed, he said.
Dr Shaw says the pharmaceutical industry wants all parties to agree after the election to a new framework for approving medicine subsidies that will speed up the process and provide certainty.
RIP Wilson,
Thank You for your service ????End of Watch – Wilson
Today we sadly say farewell to Drug Detection Dog Wilson.
Wilson moved to the NT from the Australian Federal Police in November 2013.
He took up duty in Alice Springs, where he worked diligently to stop the flow of drugs into the NT, which included policing the cross border jurisdictions.
Looking for a seachange, Wilson moved to Darwin in September 2016 where he served the Greater Darwin region, including the remote communities of the Top End.
Wilson was involved in drug seizures on a daily basis including several large scale busts across the NT.
Sadly, last week, Wilson was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer that was beyond treatment.
Wilson, a tireless worker, a true gentleman, you will be sorely missed.
Drug Detection Dogs April, Astra and Cougar were born and bred by the Australian Customs Narcotic Detection Dogs breeding program in Melbourne.
After completing the Australian Customs puppy walker scheme, they passed all testing to become Drug Detection Dogs. The next phase of training for the puppies was the basic drug detection course undertaken by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) K9 unit in Canberra.
Senior Constable Tyron Bellman and Senior Constable Luke Lamb have joined the Darwin Dog Operations Unit, and attended the AFP K9 training facility in Canberra for 10 weeks, returning with five new dogs. Two dogs, Wilson and Yeti, have been posted to Alice Springs. April, Astra and Cougar will remain in Darwin.
Drug Detection Dog Cougar has been re-teamed with Senior Constable Richard O’Brien who will retire his operational Drug Detection Dog, Puma, sometime next year.
The Dog Operation Unit Instructor, Sergeant David Young, recently completed the re-teaming of Wilson and Yeti in Alice Springs, and has spent the last week in Darwin with the AFP Instructors completing the training for April, Astra and Cougar.
Labradors April, Astra and Cougar are all two years of age. They have been trained to locate methamphetamine, ecstasy, cocaine and heroin.
“All five new dogs have shown impressive skill in drug detection and I am very pleased with the quality of these dogs,” said Sergeant David Young.
“April, Astra and Cougar have adapted well from the pristine environment of the AFP K9 training facility in Canberra to the Darwin environment, acclimatising to the humidity and heat without any issues.
“The heat and humidity is a big factor at the moment and the dogs are working extremely well. All going to plan these dogs will be able to serve the Darwin and remote areas of the Northern Territory for the next six to seven years and will potentially detect many illegal substances.”
April, Astra and Cougar will complete their NT Police induction training this week, officially graduating at the rank of Drug Detection Dog, attached to the Darwin Dog Operations Unit.
38-years in policing including community policing, criminal investigation, project management, district management, overseas policing (Solomon Islands & Timor Leste), and national investigations (Australian Crime Commission). Currently working as acting Commander (State Commander)
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The Funeral Cortege for Acting Commander John Ballantyne of WA Police will arrive at the main entrance of KARRAKATTA Cemetery, Railway Road, Karrakatta at 10.30am on MONDAY (8.05.2017) for a Cremation Service.
– See more at: http://www.westannouncements.com.au/obituaries/thewest-au/obituary.aspx?n=john-ballantyne&pid=185279341#sthash.RGVgQFwx.dpuf
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WA Police Union
Members are invited to attend the Memorial Service for our Member John Ballantyne 6147 at KARRAKATTA Cemetery on MONDAY (08.05.2017) at 10.30am.
BALLANTYNE
(John Ashley):
I remember your smile, The things you would say, I treasured the hours we spent every day.
The laughs we had, the secrets we shared, The love you gave, the way you cared.
You left a place no one can fill, I miss you, John, and always will.
Life goes on; we know it’s true, But not the same without you.
Today, tomorrow, our whole life through, We will treasure the memories we have of you.
All our love Vicki, Shannan, Michael, Charlotte, Harper, Curtis and Gemma.
Tuesday, 9 May 2017
JB although I only had the privilidge of working with you for a short time, you become a great mentor to me. Despite what you were facing, you were always there for a chat, a vent or common sense advice to put things into perspective. A truly kind and selfless man, I will miss you. Deepest sympathy to Vicki and family and Mike and Ang.
~
Jo McCabe,
Perth, Western Australia
Monday, 8 May 2017
Don’t forget your mobile phone, not the one in the dunny, the one I bought you from the toy store. I missed you when you left Northam.
~
Helen Doye,
Northam, Western Australia
Sunday, 7 May 2017
Pete, Dianne & All Johns Family,
Wishing you Peace to bring Comfort, Courage to face the days ahead & Loving memories to Forever hold in your Hearts. REST IN PEACE John. Jules Ursh Renee & Simone
~
Jules,
Busselton, Western Australia
Tuesday, 9 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): In memory of happy times with one of life’s special people. Our deepest sympathy to Vicki and Family and Peter.
Love Julie and Family
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 8 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): In memory of our former colleague Detective Superintendent John Ballantyne former State Manager of the ACIC WA Office. He will be remembered.
Rest in Peace friend and colleague.
Chris Dawson CEO and all ACIC staff.
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 6 May 2017
BALLANTYNE
(John Ashley):
Regimental 6147. Fond memories of my partner in crime at the illustrious CIB. JB, we shared a lot of experiences, always challenging, sometimes dangerous, and you faced it all with a wry smile and sense of humour. Heartfelt sympathy to Vicki and family on the loss of a true gentleman.
Brad Gorman.
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 6 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John):
JB, you were a best friend, a mentor and a brother to me and Godfather to my Son. What greater honour that when a man moves forward, he leaves behind in each of us, the best of what he was. A defender, protector, supporter, victor, a warrior. The last of the breed from a bygone era. Sincere condolences to VJ, Peter and families. RIP Digger
Sulli and family
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 6 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): Farewell to our dear friend JB now resting peacefully. Treasured memories of good times spent together. Heartfelt sympathy to Vicki and family.
Til we meet again.
Shayne and Sally
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE
(John Ashley):
JB, always with a smirk, always ready with a witty (or not so witty) remark. We had great fun JB, it was an honour.
Mark Wall.
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): Sincere condolences to Vicki and family on the sad passing of a fine gentleman. A wonderful mentor, colleague and friend who will be missed by many. R.I.P.
Col, Jo and Erin Johnson
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John):
Sincere sympathy to Vicki and family. JB was an inspirational and dedicated leader. R I P.
South Metropolitan DMT
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): The staff at Beaconsfield Primary School wish to send their deepest sympathy to Vicki and family on the loss of John. May you find comfort in your precious memories.
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE
(John Ashley) APM:
It was hard to let you go, given we’d had each others back for 20 plus years but I know you are in a better place. You fought courageously till the end and we will miss you greatly. We hope you’re enjoying the Police star that Henry chose for his “Big Good John”. We love you dearly and will meet again.
Mike, Angie, Henry and Molly Bell xxxx
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): When the sun says goodbye to the earth, it leaves a beautiful sunset as a gift. When friends say goodbye to each other they leave mementos of everlasting memories. Goodbye my friend, I will miss you and remember you always.
To Vicki and family
With heartfelt sympathy to you as we remember a life so well lived. A life that leaves a legacy of joy, pride and pleasure, a loving lasting memory you will treasure always.Pat xx
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE
(John Ashley):
The Commissioner of Police and all members of the Western Australia Police regret the passing of our colleague John Ballantyne Registered Number 6147.
Deepest sympathy to all his loved ones.
Published in: The West Australian
Thursday, 4 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John) 6147:
In memory of a respected colleague, treasured friend and former Committee Member.
John’s contribution will never be forgotten. Deepest sympathy to Vicki and family.
WA Police Commissioned Officers’ Mess.
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 6 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John):
Much loved nephew of Shirley and Bernard (dec), cousin of Tim.
Will be dearly missed.
Condolences to his family.
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 6 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): Sympathy and love to Vicki-May and family. John your battle is over, no more pain you’re at peace now.
Love Mum, Dad (dec) and Family.
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 6 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): Uncle to Ashleigh. Now at peace with your brother, David. He will care for you now. Trish and Ashleigh
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John A):
Dearly loved nephew of Joan and Don (dec), loved cousin of Esme, Tom, Jan, Rob, Matt and Mitchell. Deepest sympathy to Vicki and Peter.
Always remembered
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 5 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John ): In memory of our nephew and cousin. Taken far too soon.
Love Aunty Rhonda, Uncle Don, Cathy, Donna, Jane, Lara and Families.
Published in: The West Australian
Thursday, 4 May 2017
BALLANTYNE (John):
Our little brother passed away 2nd May, 2017. He is now at rest at peace. His troubles are now behind him, his battles are over, may he rest in peace.
Peter and Dianne.
Published in: The West Australian
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WA Police have seized more than 150 packages containing illicit drugs, in a four day blitz in the lead up to Leaver’s week.
The packages contained mostly methamphetamine, but also ecstasy, cocaine, LSD, cannabis and a range of other drugs.
Acting Commander John Ballantyne said many of the intended recipients would now face charges including possession and possession with intent to supply.
“Some of the intended recipients have been identified as being 17 and 18 years old, so it is not unreasonable to suggest that some of those drugs could have been destined for Leavers,” he said.
“What I do know is that none of those drugs will make it to Leavers.”
The organised crime squad and canine unit were involved in the operation targeting drugs sent through the post.
Police said they were still trying to determine whether the drugs were purchased online and whether they came from interstate, overseas or a combination of both.
The purpose of the operation was to limit the amount of drugs on the street during Leavers, which begins on Monday.
The seizures ranged from small packages to larger ones, including 100 ecstasy tablets, 84 grams of amphetamine, 87.5 grams MDMA powder and 100 LSD tabs.
Acting Commander Ballantyne once again urged parents to talk to their children about the dangers associated with illicit drugs.
“It’s up to parents to talk to their leavers now to make sure they make the right decisions, not the wrong ones, a bad decision now could lead to implications into the future which could have far reaching consequences.”
WA Police officers awarded Australia Day Honours policing medals
PERTHNOW,
FIVE of the State’s police officers have been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours.
Superintendent John Ballantyne, Superintendent Brad Royce, Inspector Kerry French, Inspector Kim Travers and Sergeant Jodie Pearson have all been awarded the prestigious Australian Police Medal.
Superintendent John Ballantyne
Superintendent Ballantyne has served the WA Police with distinction for 37 years.
During this time he has led the way in metropolitan and regional community policing, state and
national criminal investigations, corporate project management, overseas peacekeeping and district management.
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New inspectors join Pilbara district office
Two new inspectors have joined the Pilbara police district office in Karratha.
Ken Nicolson will be supervising police stations in West Pilbara.
John Ballantyne will oversee crime management and governance.
They are replacing Inspector Craig Lockhart who has moved to Perth and Inspector Phil Clews who is moving to Broome.
Inspector Ballantyne has just returned from a stint with the Australian Federal Police in the Solomon Islands and East Timor.
His role in the Pilbara will be to “police the police”.
Inspector Ballantyne says his new role will provide a challenge.
“It’s to ensure that the police within the Pilbara adhere to the policies and the procedures of the WA Police Service and indeed the statute laws set by Government,” he said.
Following the death notification issued yesterday, all members are advised that a funeral service for the late Mrs Lynda Lawrie, rego 9141670 is to be held at the North Chapel, Pinegrove Memorial Park, Kington Street, Minchinbury on Thursday, 16 March 2017 at 1300hr. All friends and former colleagues are invited to attend.
The Lawrie family have accepted an offer of police involvement at the funeral service. The Penrith Local Area Command will provide a Guard of Honour at the chapel at the commencement of the service.
Dearest Lynda, rest easy my friend and thanks for all the wonderful memories and good times. Your boys did you proud today. It was a beautiful service. You will be missed greatly. Big hugs Claire and Bushy xxx
Claire Buchtmann signed the Guest Book
2 months ago via mobile
Dearest Lynda, rest easy my friend and thanks for all the wonderful memories and good times. Your boys did you proud today. It was a beautiful service. You will be missed greatly. Big hugs Claire and Bushy xxx
Claire Buchtmann signed the Guest Book
2 months ago via mobile
Lynda
To your family I wish them solace and comfort knowing you are no longer in pain. May you rest peacefully. The world is sadder for the loss of a beautiful soul. Sambo
Stephen Samson lit a candle for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
RIP Lynda. I hope your great fighting spirit and want to help others, even when it wasn’t going to help you, inspires your boys to be their best. Thank you for becoming my friend, I’m sorry I can’t be there today, I’m still in Yamba xx
Sandra Lanyon gave a flower for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
Rest in Love Lynda
Tahnee Halangahu gave a flower for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
Eva Lucas lit a candle for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
Lynda I will miss you so much at least your in no more pain thinking of your family today fly high lovely lady love you
kim rule gave a flower for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
Ann Sanderson lit a candle for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
My heartfelt thoughts are with Lynda’s husband and son’s on this sad occasion, may you cherish your happy memories, Bless you all at this sad time Ann Sanderson
Ann Sanderson lit a candle for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
Love you xx
Esme O’Driscoll gave a flower for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
My beautiful and amazing friend. Words cannot express just how much having you in my life meant. Not a day will go by where I don’t think of you and remember the amazing, courageous and strong women you were. You are now pain free beautiful angel. Fly high and rest easy. Till we meet again. Forever in our hearts never to be forgotten
Esme O’Driscoll lit a candle for Lynda Anne Lawrie
2 months ago via mobile
RIP my little sister. Your pain and suffering are now gone and I know that you are safe with Dad and David. Thank you for the being the best sister, friend and confidant to me throughout your life. I will miss you more than words can say
Until we meet again xxxx
Carol Kenny signed the Guest Book
2 months ago via mobile
My beautiful sister your pain and suffering has now gone and I know that you are now with Dad and David. I will miss you terribly more than words can say. I was always so proud to call you my sister and your love and constant support to me throughout your life has meant so much. Your battle is now over and I want to thank you for being the best sister, friend and confidant ever to me. RIP my little sister. Until we meet again xxxxxx
Lynda is suffering from terminal cancer. Her colleagues have established a ‘Go Fund Me’ page to raise money to provide facilities which will enable relatives of cancer sufferers to stay overnight at the hospital.
Lynda Lawrie has been prescribed medical cannabis through ABC Cannabis medical clinic. The government have blocked her access. Share to help the dying mother have relief from pain in her final days.
Any Cancer patients needing a prescriber for medical cannabis please register on our website. https://abccannabis.com.au/
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Boy suffers aneurysm after alleged attack in schoolyard
Rachel Olding
A high school student has reportedly suffered an aneurysm after an attack by a schoolyard bully.
Josh Lawrie, 15, was allegedly attacked last Monday at St Dominic’s College, a Catholic school in Kingswood, in western Sydney, Channel 7 Newsreported.
Josh Lawrie after the ‘one punch’ attack. Photo: Channel 7
He was reportedly walking through the schoolyard at lunchtime and was punched from behind by a student, who has since been suspended.
He continued to be punched while face-down on the ground until a friend intervened, Channel 7 News said.
Josh and his father Richard Lawrie shown in his hospital ward at Nepean Hospital. Photo: Channel 7
“The next thing I remember is being in the bathroom washing my face,” Josh said.
A police spokesman confirmed that Josh and his mother went to St Mary’s police station on Tuesday, the day after the incident, to report “an assault which is alleged to have occurred at a local high school”.
“After reporting the matter to police, the teen was taken to hospital by his mother for scans and treatment of head injuries,” the spokesman said.
Channel 7 News reported that the school initially sent Josh home with his mother Lynda Lawrie, rather than calling an ambulance.
Josh Lawrie in his hospital bed at Nepean Hospital. Photo: Channel 7
The aneurysm only surfaced during later scans.
The teenager has since undergone brain surgery and will spend his school holidays in hospital.
“I’ve … got a major brain problem and he’s just going to get a suspension for that,” Josh told Channel 7 News.
“He’s wrecked my life and he’ll only get a slap on the wrist.
“I don’t think that’s really good enough,” he said.
Channel 7 News reported that Josh has been told by doctors that he won’t be able to play sport again and will have to take blood thinning medication for the rest of his life.
Josh has been repeatedly bullied at the school and his parents told Channel 7 News that they believe the offender should be held accountable.
Ms Lawrie said that the first thing she was asked when she brought her son to the hospital was why he wasn’t taken in by an ambulance.
His father Richard Lawrie said “young fellas have to realise what they are doing” and think about the consequences of their actions.
A police spokesman said: “Police have obtained a number of statements and are now conducting inquiries into the matter.”
The school has not released an official comment but told Channel 7 News that there are two sides to the story.
Thank you for visiting our team page. Relay For Life is our opportunity to join together to make a difference in our community. Each year thousands of Australians participate in Relays across Australia and our team is proud to be part of that. By joining or donating to our team, you will be helping Cancer Council save even more lives. New South Wales Police Force take great pride in attending this years event for the 6th time. This is a great community event and is a great way for Police to interact with our community in a positive way. We once again look forward to meeting some fantastic people and engaging our community.
We’re aiming high – help us reach our fundraising goal!
From Canada to you all, Thank you for doing this for my cousin, the boys and Lynda’s memory.
Richard is my cousin and we are all devastated by the loss of Lynda.
So we send our support and thanks to you all. �♡�
Late of Tea Gardens Formerly of Griffith and Sydney
NSW Police Cadet # 1281
New South Wales Police Force
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Rank: NSW Police Cadet – commenced 18 January 1956
Probationary Constable – appointed 26 October 1958
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 April 1974
Chief Inspector – appointed 20 April 1988
Chief Inspector – Retirement
Stations: ?, Griffith Police Circuit Prosecutor in the Riverina area – Moulamein, Barham, Griffith ( early 1970’s ), Legal Services Commander – South West Region – Retirement
Service: From 18 January 1956to 14 November 1994=38+ years Service
Awards: National Medal – granted 22 August 1980
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 15 May 1986
2nd Clasp to National Medal – granted 28 May 1992
Police Overseas Service Medal – Clasp CYPRUS – granted 8 July 1992
Late of Tea Gardens Formerly of Griffith and Sydney
Beloved husband of PAM.
Loving father and father-in-law of NORMAN, CATHERINE and MICHAEL.
Much loved Poppy to his grandchildren.
A dear brother to LESTER, and MARGARET DICKENSEN.
Brother- in-law and uncle to the WEBBER and HASLAM Families.
Relatives and friends of NORM are warmly invited to attend his Funeral Service in St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, cnr Ogden and Witt Sts., Tea Gardens this FRIDAY 12.5.2017 at 2:00pm.
A private cremation will follow.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Mark Hughes Foundation may be left at the church.
Published in The Newcastle Herald on May 6, 2017 – See more at: http://tributes.theherald.com.au/obituaries/theherald-au/obituary.aspx?n=norman-alan-webber-norm&pid=185291713&fhid=31508#sthash.O0hsGOfc.dpuf
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John Crowley Wonderful man. Norm was one of the 128 NSW Police who served with the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNCIVPOL). For the past 30 years Norm was our passionate leader in fighting for justice for repatriation rights for our members (even though he had his own health problems). Army, Navy and Air Force automatically got it, (plus a generous daily allowance), whereas Police were not recognised (even though Cyprus was a War Zone and they worked side by side in Timor and the Solomons). Without Norm’s determination, expertise and passion we would not have stood a chance. We are forever grateful. To Norm’s wife Pam and the rest of his family we extend our deepest condolences. R.I.P. “True Blue” .
Recently I posted in relation Alan Victor Dwyer, who I served with a Campsie and Lakemba back in the late 70,s and early 80,s. Alan and I were also close mates outside the job. My family and his spent many outings together. Alan died today at abot 8am, at Nepean Hospital, after a short but uncomfortable , battle with throat cancer. The Cancer spread to his leg and other locations on his body. I have no idea of funeral arrangements. I am in contact with his wife, Narelle. I will post any further info when it comes to hand.
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Bill Davies – 20 April 2017
Not even 12 months ago, I met up with Alan Dwyer, to celebrate his 80th Birthday. He looked, moved and spoke like a bloody healthy 50 year old. Unfortunately now I have to report that Al is not doing so great. In fact, things have turned pretty Sh$%y for him. Al has cancer. He now has a trachy. He cannot speak and has trouble breathing, due to congestion on his lungs. The outlook is not great. I know many in our group , know Alan. I have spoken with his wife, Narelle, who has agreed to let me now tell of his plight. Al is in ICU, Nepean Hospital. Visiting from 11am. 2 persons at a time. Narelle tells me he perks up when he has a visitor. he communicates by writing on a board.
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Stanley W. BARKER
| 02/06/2017
Stanley W. BARKER
aka Stan
Late of Taree
New South Wales Police Force
[alert_yellow]Regd. # 9589[/alert_yellow]
Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 29 February 1960
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 27 August 1976
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 19 June 1983
Stations: ?, used to be a Supervisor at 20966 – which is the old Police Switchboard.
Service: From? ? pre February 1960? to? ? ? = ? years Service
Awards: No find on It’s An Honour
Born: 17 October 1931
Died on: 26 April 2017
Age: 86?
Cause: Cancer
Event location: ?
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Thursday 4 May 2017 @ 11am
Funeral location: Manning Great Lakes Memorial Gardens, 183 Pampoolah Rd, Pampoolah
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial located at: ?
[alert_yellow]STAN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance[/alert_yellow] *NEED MORE INFO
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FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 28 June 1971
Constable 1st Class – appointed 30 August 1977
Stations: ?, Regent St, North Sydney HWP, Hurstville, St Ives Driver Training, Goulburn Police Driver Training to start up the new training ground.
Service: From? ? pre June 1971? to? ? approximately 1986? ( Resigned )= ? years Service
Awards: National Medal – granted 8 June 1988
Born: 10 November 1950
Died on: Friday 21 April 2017
Age: 66
Cause: Cancer
Event location: Western Australia
Event date:
Funeral date: Thursday 27 April 2017
Funeral location: ?, Western Australia
Buried at: Cremated.
Memorial service: to be held, Sunday 21 May 2017 @ 3pm around Botany Bay. Exact location TBA
Memorial located at: ?
The cyclists from Waverley about 1972-73. From left: Sgt Ron Thompson (RIP The best!) Johnny Andrews, Chris Bult, Dana Jennings, Ian Granland, Peter Moffitt, (front row) Alan Ring, Gary Luff and Johnny Murphy Photo taken at Centennial Park, on top of the old water tank – just off Oxford St, Paddington.
[alert_yellow]PETER is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance[/alert_yellow] *NEED MORE INFO
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FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
A private funeral will be held in Western Australia on Thursday 27 April 2017 for Peter.
He is survived by his wife, Helen, and sons, Brenton & Bryce.
His Ashes will be brought back to Sydney to be scattered in Botany Bay on Sunday 21 May 2017 at 3pm. Location to be announced if anyone would like to attend this memorial.
After that Memorial ( Ashes ), the family will be going to St George Motor Boat Club.
