The following is from a recent publication from the Gilgandra Historical Society regarding the 1955 Gilgandra floods and Constable Stevens.
Tales of bravery and selflessness are just as common. Some, who tried to help others in difficulty unfortunately fell victim themselves. The Gilgandra Weekly tells in great detail of the efforts and plight of Mr. Leo and Mrs. Joyce Wrigley who were evacuating their home on horseback when they noticed their two nieces in difficulties as they tried to cross the flooded oval. Mrs. Wrigley suggested her husband put her off on to Blair Adams truck which had bogged earlier in the day while he continued on to help the girls. He couldn’t reach them on the pony, suddenly the girls who had been hanging on to a tree guard were swept downstream. Managing to catch the branches of a tree they held fast while Mr. Wrigley tried with two other horses to rescue them. The current too strong swept the horses along and Mr. Wrigley was thrown off and would have drowned but for the efforts of a Claude Donavan who pulled him clear of the rushing waters.
Along with his creamy horse ‘Silver’, Gilgandra’s Police Constable Stevens figured in many rescues, and it was he who engaged a motor boat in an attempt to save the girls. But, as was the case in other rescue attempts in town, the motor wasn’t strong enough and the boat washed round and round in the swirling waters and finally rammed itself into the bank 200 yards downstream. Meantime two men swam out to the girls and stayed with them all night in the tree. Mrs. Joyce Wrigley sat on the hood of the truck with water lapping around her knees, then throughout the night, as they did with others who were stranded, men carrying torches and searchlights flashed the beam towards Mrs. Wrigley and those in the tree.
The force of water was so strong that at daybreak Constable Stevens encouraged Silver into the cold waters near Wrigley street. From there he was swept along half riding, half swimming until he was able to reach Mrs. Wrigley. Giving her strict instructions to hold tight to the saddle they made their way against the current back towards Wrigley Street. When they had reached the vicinity of the Services Club Silver began to succumb to the force of water going under several times, their weight pulling him down. Constable slid off and grabbed the mane, Mrs. Wrigley still held tight to the saddle. The horse was swept over on its side, but Stevens had the presence of mind to unbuckle the saddle and bridle telling Mrs. Wrigley to grab on to a small Kurrajong tree, once freed the horse was swept against another tree which held him and allowed him to rest.
Constable Stevens and Mrs. Wrigley were finally pulled from the water by Bobby Walker and his brother who, stranded on a rooftop nearby, managed to secure a piece of wire to the house, the other end was thrown out and tied to a tree. This allowed the pair to pull their way out of the water, effectively saving both their lives.
Further info was supplied from the Gilgandra Historical Society “Following the flood Bill was instrumental in obtaining bravery awards for locals, John Walker, Bob Walker and Barry Priddis, who assisted townsfolk during the floods. It is also understood he was one of the key people who commenced the Gilgandra Youth Club. He also assisted in settling Aboriginals from Walgett and Brewarrina to Gilgandra and Balladoran. It is believed that he resided in Gilgandra for approximately 6 years. He was not a Mounted Police Officer, horses were just another mode of transport in the time he was in Gilgandra and most of the police owned one.
The historical society have his middle name as Eisner but an article has it spelt Elsner and It’s an Honour has it as Elsner and he may have left Gilgandra sometime in 1972.
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Canberra Times (ACT : 1926 – 1995), Tuesday 22 November 1955, page 5
AWARDS FOR GALLANTRY IN N.S.W. FLOODS
SYDNEY, Monday.
The Queen has conferred awards for services during the floods of last February and March.
The awards were announced by the Governor, Sir John Northcott, and the Prime Minister, Mr.Menzies, yesterday.
……….The Superintendent of Newcastle Police, Peter F. McLouglin or McLachlan, and Mr Ian Stuart Black, of Denman, receive the British Empire Medal.
The Queen’s Police Medal for gallantry was awarded posthumously to Constable Bernard Alfred Orrock, of the Sydney Water Police who was killed during rescue operations.
The Queen’s Commendation for Brave Conduct was awarded to four policemen and four civilians.
Inspector Peter McLachlan, of Newcastle, who was awarded the British Empire Medal, personally took part in more than 100 rescues in the Singleton district.
He was without sleep for four days and nights directing dozens of other rescue operations, including the organisation of an aerial flood lift into Singleton, and emergency accommodation for hundreds of homeless people.
Constable Bernard Alfred Orrock, 24, of Alpha Rd, Willoughby, who was awarded the Queen’s Police Medal for Gallantry ( posthumous award ) was attached to the Water Police when he was electrocuted on an Army duck at Maitland on February 26.
The duck on which Orrock was travelling hit a 66,000 volt high tension wire near the Maitland railway bridge while trying to reach 100 people who were stranded there.
Before he was killed he assisted in the rescue and evacuation of about 70 people.
Constable Marius Joseph William John Bourke, Rudolph Luvaine Munns and Svend Aage Ivarsson, awarded the Queen’s Commendation for brave conduct, are all of the Sydney Water Police.
Washed Over Dam In Boats
There were in two police flood boats, which were washed over a dam, near Singleton, while trying to get Inspector McLachlan into Singleton at night.
Constables Bourke and Ivarsson later in Singleton, took part in scored of rescues under Inspector McLachlan.
Constable Munns worked with Constable Orrock at Maitland and took part in more than 100 rescues.
Passing of serving officer, South Brisbane District
QPS Media on Oct 15, 2016 @ 6:30pm
It is with much sadness and great regret that the Queensland Police Service can confirm the death Acting Chief Superintendent Paul Ziebarth from South Brisbane District.
Acting Chief Superintendent Ziebarth passed away unexpectedly earlier today. He was not on duty at the time.
Acting Chief Superintendent Ziebarth was a well respected officer who dedicated his life to serving the community and had over thirty-one years of distinguished service to the people of Queensland.
The condolences of the entire police family are with the Acting Chief Superintendent’s family and loved ones at this sad time.
‘Very well-known and very well-respected’: Acting Superintendent Paul Ziebarth.
THE Queensland Police Service is mourning one of its own after one of the state’s top cops died unexpectedly on Saturday.
Acting Chief Superintendent Paul Ziebarth is believed to have suffered a massive heart attack at a Brisbane go-karting track yesterday morning and could not be revived.
Colleagues said Supt Ziebarth, aged in his early 50s, had complained of feeling unwell in recent weeks.
The career cop had spent more than 30 years in the Queensland Police Service.
He was serving as acting Chief Superintendent for the South Brisbane police district after a career which included stints as officer-in-charge of the Gold Coast police district, commanding events including Schoolies.
He is the second senior South Brisbane police officer to die suddenly of a heart attack this year. Inspector Rod Kemp died in February while on his way to his own retirement lunch.
Assistant Commissioner Brian Codd said Supt Ziebarth’s death was a great tragedy for his family and the QPS.
“He was very well-known and very well-respected in the QPS,’’ Mr Codd said.
It is with much sadness and great regret that the Queensland Police Service can confirm the death of Acting Chief Superintendent Paul Ziebarth from South Brisbane District.
Acting Chief Superintendent Ziebarth passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, 15th October 2016. He was not on duty at the time.
He joined the Queensland Police Service in 1984 and was a well respected officer who dedicated his life to serving the community. He was a foundation member of the Public Safety Response Team and oversaw numerous significant events including Schoolies and the Gold Coast Motor Race. Acting Chief Superintendent Ziebarth had over thirty-one years of distinguished service to the people of Queensland.
The condolences of the entire police family are with the Acting Chief Superintendent’s family and loved ones at this sad time.
One of the Queensland Police Service’s top officers has died.
Acting Chief Superintendent Paul Ziebarth from the South Brisbane District died from natural causes while off-duty on Saturday.
It is believed Acting Chief Superintendent Ziebarth, who was aged in his early 50s, died from a massive heart attack at a Brisbane go-karting track.
In a statement, Queensland Police said “Acting Chief Superintendent Ziebarth was a well respected officer who dedicated his life to serving the community and had over thirty-one years of distinguished service to the people of Queensland.”
“The condolences of the entire police family are with the Acting Chief Superintendent’s family and loved ones at this sad time.”
During his three decades of service, Acting Chief Superintendent Ziebarth had commanded several major police operations including Schoolies and the Gold Coast Motor Race.
In his role as Acting Chief Superintendent, Paul Ziebarth was three ranks below Commissioner Ian Stewart.
Acting Superintendent Paul Zeibarth suddenly passed away this afternoon.
Sometimes through my community work i come across people who are not afraid to think outside the square and more importantly willing to address tough issues with empathy.
Paul was one such man. An example of this was a program he introduced few years ago where he organised convicts of carjacking to go through a certificate course in Automotive and had them fix the cars of people who they stole from.
He was working with Islamic council of Queensland to organise a similar program for the youth who have had drug or other crime issues.
Our condolences to his family and loved ones. It’s a huge loss to Queensland police service and all our communities.
Gold Coast police district Superintendent Paul Ziebarth says crime has dropped 20 per cent in the past decade
Greg Stolz
The Courier-Mail
June 24, 201312:00AM
GOLD Coast crime is falling and Glitter Strip residents can sleep safe at night, senior police insist.
They also say police are “all over the bikies like a seagull on a hot chip”.
“The reality is sometimes different from the perception,” Gold Coast police district Superintendent Paul Ziebarth said. “Over the last 10 years, there’s been roughly a 20 per cent drop in crime across the board.
“While there is always going to be more crime than we’d like, the reality is that crime in many categories is less than half of what it was 10 years ago.
“People can feel safe in their beds.”
While overall crime in the South Eastern police region increased 11 per cent in 2011-12 against a state average of 6 per cent, the Gold Coast district recorded only a 1 per cent rise.
Senior police pointed out that most major crimes on the Coast, including the recent bikie incidents, were quickly solved.
“We’re locking up a lot of people, particularly for serious crime,” Chief Superintendent Steve Hollands said.
Since its formation in the wake of the 2011 slaying of police officer Damian Leeding, the Coast’s Major and Organised Crime Squad had arrested 320 offenders on 1026 charges, seized more than $1.2 million in cash and criminal assets, smashed 16 drug labs and taken dozens of guns off the streets.
Another taskforce targeting repeat property crime offenders had arrested 463 people on 2157 charges.
Since January last year, more than 400 bikies had been arrested on almost 1100 charges.
This week, police arrested nine Finks over the June 8 Coolangatta brawl and nabbed another 16 members in a traffic blitz targeting the gang’s Molendinar clubhouse.
“We can’t stop these groups from setting up here but we can certainly make it uncomfortable for them,” another Coast police superintendent, Ben Hanbidge, said.
New initiatives including a 15-member ‘mobile deployment squad’ to target crime hot spots would further boost the fight against Coast crime, the top cops said.
“There’s a lot of ill-informed comment from people who want to denigrate the Gold Coast image but it’s still a great, safe place to live,” Supt Ziebarth said.
SCHMIDT, Franz-Georg (Frank). 11-5-1943 – 9-10-2016 Slipped away peacefully at home surrounded by his family.
Much loved husband of Rosalind.
Devoted father of Joanne and Matthew and father in-law of Andy and Billie-Lee.
Opa of Dakota, Jordan, Cori-Lee and Jarryd. Finally Gone Fishing To the world you were but one To us you were the world Requiem Mass for the repose of the Soul of Frank will be celebrated this coming Wednesday (October 19, 2016) at 11.00 am in the Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, 125 Blackwall Road, Woy Woy. Following Mass a private burial will take place. MACKAY FAMILY FUNERALS Central Coast 43622733 FDA of NSW
October 19, 2016
Thinking of you todaý. A wonderful friend.
WAYNE Sheila, Ottawa
October 17, 2016
Hi Frank: You rascal, you cannot go before me. Buddha bless & God bless. Weston
Weston Liao, Hunters Hill, New South Wales
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October 15, 2016
Many thanks for the great memories from Bathurst. Forever rest in peace Frank. Jon May.
Jon May, Brisbane, Queensland
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Greg Callander, Goulburn, New South Wales
Published in The Sydney Morning Herald on Oct. 14, 2016
Frank, as a Detective Sergeant at Bathurst Police Station, led the investigation into the murder of Constable Paul Quinn and shooting of Constable Ian Borland in 1986.
The offender received a cumulative sentence of Life plus 127 years but, amazingly, was released on parole after 19 years gaol.
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Sharynne Lee GRANT
| 16/10/2016
Sharynne Lee GRANT APM
South Australia Police Force
” South Australia’s Longest Serving female Police Officer dies “
Regd. # ?
Rank: Constable ( does not appear as though she progressed, Rank wise, past Constable in 41 years. In 2015 she was described as a ” Career Constable ” )
Stations: ?, Adelaide CIB, Victims of Crime Support Officer from 2004
Service: From? ? 1975to 11 October 2016=41years Service
Awards: Australian Police Medal ( APM ) – granted 26 January 2016
Born: 20 January 1950
Died on: Tuesday 11 October 2016
Age: 66
Cause: ?
Funeral date: Friday 21 October 2016 @ 1.30pm
Funeral location: Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William St, Adelaide
Buried at: ?
Memorial at: ?
Constable Sharynne Grant with her Australian Police Medal.
SHARYNNE is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Service: 21 October – 1:30pm
Location: Adelaide Town Hall – 128 King William Street, Adelaide
Family and Friends of Sharynne are invited to attend her Funeral Service, which will be conducted on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 1.30pm entirely in the Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William Street, Adelaide.
In lieu of flowers a donation in memory of Sharynne may be posted to SCOSA (Spastic Centres of SA), PO Box 49, Woodville SA 5011 or beyondblue, PO Box 6100, Hawthorn West, Vic. 3122. Envelopes will be available at the service
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“A lovely lady, now gone forever” – Peter Maher 19th Oct 2016 – 05:57:03 PM
“Sharynne, I am very sorry to hear of your passing. You put in many years of service to SAPOL and your dedication to the force will certainly be sadly missed by all. My thoughts are with you, your immediate family and to your collegues in SA Police. Your legacy will live on forever. May you now rest in peace Sharynne. Forever in our hearts, from one of your cousins Kevin Marsland, SA Ambulance Service” – Kevin Marsland 18th Oct 2016 – 10:15:03 PM
“There are special people in our lives, who never leave us…. Even after they are gone” – Carol Homewood 18th Oct 2016 – 09:25:50 AM
The Journal for Women and Policing Issue # 38 2016
Officer granted prestigious honour
Mathew Rodda
South Australia Police
Constable Sharynne Grant’s 40 years of distinguished service with South Australia Police (SAPOL) has been recognised in the 2016 Australia Day awards with an Australian Police Medal (APM).
Constable Sharynne Grant with Commissioner Grant Stevens at Government House.
Constable Grant joined SAPOL in 1975 and worked in a range of operational areas before becoming
a Victim Contact Officer in 1994.
For the past 20 years she has been committed to providing outstanding services to victims of crime and persons affected by trauma. Constable Grant brings to the role a passion for service to victims and an empathy for them that goes beyond mere words of comfort.
She has created special bonds, particularly with vulnerable victims, and made herself available, at work and in her own time, providing practical and emotional support to families and victims of crime.
Constable Grant’s knowledge of procedures, processes, and services to victims and her commitment to assisting has been invaluable to investigators.
“I’m thrilled and honoured to receive the APM,” Constable Grant said.
“I’ve been passionate about assisting victims throughout my whole career, so this is the greatest reward I could ever achieve for my work.
“Many of the victims I have helped over the years have contacted me to share their kind words and excitement about my award recognition, which makes it even more special.”
SAPOL’s longest ever serving female officer, Constable Grant has previously been nominated for the South Australia Police Officer of the Year award and been awarded life membership by Victim Support Services.
Tributes paid to longest-serving female police officer the late Constable Sharynne Grant
October 13, 2016 11:05am
Constable Sharynne Grant pictured in 1987. Pic: File
ACTING Premier John Rau and Police Commissioner Grant Stevens have paid tribute to South Australia’s longest serving female officer after she died in the city on Tuesday night.
Constable Sharynne Grant’s death was not considered suspicious.
Mr Rau described Constable Grant as a “highly-respected and long-serving member of our police force”.
“As South Australia’s longest ever serving female officer, she was a guiding light for many of her colleagues,” he said.
Tributes have been paid to Constable Sharynne Grant. Picture: FileSource:News Limited
“Constable Grant excelled in her career, and particularly so in her service as a Victim Contact Officer.
“(Her) passion for her role and empathy has provided tremendous support to victims and their families.
“Our condolences are with (Constable Grant’s) family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time.”
Mr Stevens described Constable Grant’s death as “tragic”.
“On behalf of all members of the South Australia Police, I extend our condolences to Sharynne’s family, friends and colleagues,” he said.
“On a personal note, I am deeply saddened by her death.
“It would be inappropriate for me to further discuss the circumstances of this matter, but in keeping with usual practice a report will be prepared for the State Coroner.”
Constable Grant joined SA Police in 1975 and remained in the force until she died.
Her service to the community and support for victims of crime and those affected by trauma was recognised on Australia Day this year when she was awarded an Australian Police Medal.
In November last year, Constable Grant told ABC News it was “very emotional” being the longest serving female officer.
She said it was vital that women have a strong presence in the police force.
“I think it’s very important, they do a wonderful job,” she told the ABC.
“We’ve got a female deputy commissioner, she’s fantastic, through the ranks, and they just do wonderful work, really wonderful work and equal work with the men.
“It’s very emotional for me, being the longest serving and probably the oldest, it’s very emotional.”
Police Association of SA president Mark Carroll also passed on his condolences.
“Sharynne was a deeply respected member of the police community, loved my many and her passing is a terrible tragedy,” he said.
Snapshots of a century of women in police in South Australia
Policewomen at 100 anniversary march Posted 1 Dec 2015, 1:47pm Sharynee Grant (far right) with other officers wearing different South Australian police uniforms from over the years at the march in Adelaide.
Hundreds of female police officers, past and present, have marched through Adelaide’s CBD to mark 100 years of women in the police force.
South Australia appointed its first female officers as equals with their male counterparts, on December 1, 1915.
At the time, a large percentage of Adelaide’s men were overseas fighting in World War I and calls were made to employ female officers.
South Australia’s longest serving female police officer Constable Sharynne Grant has seen many changes over the years.
Ms Grant has been a police officer for almost 41 years and said she was drawn to the force after meeting “a wonderful female police officer”.
“I joined in 1975, I graduated that year, and I joined because of a wonderful female police officer I’d met in 1961,” Ms Grant said.
“Lots of changes in uniform, and lots of changes in women just doing everything.
“I was the second group of females on patrols, on mixed patrols, and there are a lot more females now, there’s 1,264.”
She said it is vital that there is a strong female presence in the police force.
“I think it’s very important, they do a wonderful job,” she said.
“We’ve got a female deputy commissioner, she’s fantastic, through the ranks, and they just do wonderful work, really wonderful work and equal work with the men.
“It’s very emotional for me, being the longest serving and probably the oldest, it’s very emotional.”
South Australia Police will recognise a significant milestone in history on Tuesday (1 Dec) with a street parade in Adelaide’s CBD celebrating a century of women in policing.
On December 1, 1915 South Australia Police appointed its first female officers as equals with their male counterparts. They were the first women police officers commissioned in the then British Empire and among the first in the world.
Over the next week, in recognition of 100 years of women in policing, we are publishing some short videos memories from police women past and present.
Today we feature Constable Sharynne Grant (SAPOL 1975-current), who shows how the ‘history’ of SAPOL is still unfolding today. Other snapshots can be seen on the SAPOL Facebook page, or YouTube account.
These women will be among those attending the parade, which will also feature the Band of the South Australia Police, mounted police, present and retired officers, PSOs, ASOs, historic uniforms and vehicles.
Tuesday’s street parade – which starts outside Police Headquarters, 100 Angas Street at 10am – will move around Victoria Square, travel down King William St and end at Government House about 11am.
We hope to see you there!
Above this – messages only refer to the ‘street parade’ of 1 December 2015.
Mick SchooleyFor those who know the woman and not just the copper, this I feel is a way of not just recognition of her service to society, but the warm and loving person she will always be ❤
Dianne CapperThat was my uniform too in 1978 and yes it was attractive but not practical, handbag and all. I went on early patrol work with this lady after first graduating. As third person in the car of course as women never worked on their own, always with a male officer.
Phil MainI had the privilege of knowing Sharynne for nearly 40 years. I worked with her closely at Adelaide CIB and marvelled at her skills in dealing with victims. I shared many great moment in court with her and reminiscing over our past policing career. I truly enjoyed this woman’s company. For those who know her real story she will serve as a testament of true endurance and resilience.
I will deeply miss that beaming smile.
Bette GrantWe met Sharon on a very recent overseas and quickly became friends. Our condolences to Sharynnes family, colleagues and friends. Wonderful caring lady
As recipients of the Australian Police medal, the awards recognise their distinguished service.
Constable Sharynne Grant Constable Sharynne Grant joined South Australia Police in 1975 and worked in a range of operational areas before becoming a Victim Contact Officer in 2004.
For the past 20 years she has been committed to providing outstanding services to victims of crime and persons affected by trauma. She brings to the role a passion for service to victims and an empathy for them that goes beyond mere words of comfort. She has created special bonds, particularly with vulnerable
victims, and made herself available, at work and in her own time, providing practical and emotional support to families and victims of crime.
Constable Grant’s knowledge of procedures, processes, and services to victims and her commitment to assisting has been invaluable to investigators.
In 2009 Constable Grant was nominated for the South Australia Police Officer of the Year award. She has also been awarded life membership by Victim Support Services and was recently recognised as SAPOL’s longest ever serving female officer.
Late of Taree and formerly of Penrith. Passed away peacefully on Thursday 29th September 2016.
Aged 74 years
Loving Dad of Darren, Christopher and Craig. Much loved grandfather to Tahlia, Liam, Zanda “Bluey”. Will be sadly missed by brother Ron and all his extended family and friends.
The relatives and friends of the late Phil Worth are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service in the Chapel at Manning Great Lakes Memorial Gardens Crematorium, 183 Pampoolah Road Taree, commencing at 11.00 am on Wednesday 12th October.
Rank: Student Police Officer ( SPO ) – commenced Sunday 19 May 1996 ( aged 18 years, 11 months, 23 days )( spent 6 months at Academy )
Probationary Constable – appointed 13 November 1996
Constable – appointed 13 November 1997
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 7 March 2006
Stations: Campbelltown GD’s ( 13 Nov 1996 – 17 May 1997 ), Liverpool ( 18 May 1997 – 10 January 1998 ), Cabramatta ( 11 January 1998 – 18 May 1998 ) , Liverpool ( 19 May 1998 – 21 August 1999 ), Blacktown HWP ( 22 August 1999 ), Liverpool HWP & Macquarie Fields HWP ( – 30 August 2003 ). Police Academy ( 31 August 2003 – 11 October 2016 )
Lecturer at NSW Police Academy – Goulburn
Service: From 19 May 1996to 11 October 2016 = 20years, 4 months, 22 days Service
Awards: Region Commanders Unit Citation – awarded 6 November 2002
New South Wales Police Medal – granted 13 February 2007
National Medal – granted 27 May 2013
National Police Service Medal – granted – 27 May 2013
20 Year NSW Police Diligent & Ethical Service Medal – posthumously at funeral
No find on It’s An Honour
Born: Thursday 26 May 1977
Died on: Tuesday 11 October 2016 @ 9.40am
Age: 39 years, 4 months, 15 days
Cause: Cancer of which he has been fighting for the past 8 years
Funeral date: Monday 17 October 2016 @ 11am
Funeral location: St Johns Anglican Church, 6 Menangle Rd, Camden
Buried at: Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Camden Valley Way, Leppington @ 1pm
[blockquote]Andrew left a message in his “If I die” letter to Peita, Josh and Charlie that family and friends in lieu of flowers donate to Liverpool Hospital – Cancer Ward. Website http://www.swslhd.nsw.gov.au/liverpool/donation.html and in the comments write in memory of Andrew Small. It will be left open for 6 – 8 weeks and Peita will receive an acknowledgement letter with a summary of the thoughtful gifts of others. Each person who donates in memory of Andrew will receive a thank you letter from the hospital. Donations over $2 are fully tax deductible.[/blockquote]
Memorial at: Sydney Police Centre – Memorial Wall
Right Wall, plate E29
Andrew and his grandparents as a Probationary Constable.
Sgt Danny Webster & Andrew Small.
ANDREW is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
Funeral location:
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Approximately 180 – 200 people attended the funeral with about 80 attending the graveside
Andrew’s Medals
Bearer party
VIP’s escorted Andrew from Goulburn to the Church, Camden
Andrew arriving at the Church Service
Andrew’s HQ
Peita Small
Josh & Charlie Small
Workmates prepare to carry Andrew into the Church Service
Julie Middlemiss
12 year old Josh speaks of his dad
Smallies HQ
His mates and boys bring Andrew from the Church
PolAir Flyover
Andrew’s beloved HQ
Arrival at the cemetery
The Grave being explained to the boys.
Charlie wanted to see what the coffin looks like when it is lowered all the way.
Charlie & Peita tipping the bucket on Smallie
The boys drinking to Smallie
WAKE AT THE CATHOLIC CLUB, CAMPBELLTOWN.
“Don’t ever say I never shouted you a beer “
Sgt Peita SMALL, Commissioner Mick FULLER & Joshua SMALL
It’s been an honour and a delight in the last couple of months to have several of our young Police Legatees come in (or zoom in) to the office to be presented with scholarships.
We are very grateful to Commissioner Fuller for making time in his busy schedule to come in and personally present the awards to Joshua Small.
Joshua is a keen rugby player and sports person, and he too has taken on a role model and leadership role for younger Legatees.
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 15 November 2001
2nd Clasp to National Medal – granted 15 November 2001
Born: ? 19 December 1921 ? in Bream Ck, Tasmania
Died on: ?
Age: ?
Cause: ?
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Copy write (From the private collection of William Jones) Craftsman Ivan Bedelph (TX13568) of the 281st L.A.D., 12th Infantry Bgde, 1943-45 outside the battery shack at 39 Mile. With 6 volt systems in vehicles prevalent during the war in Australia, the amount of batteries a unit must have gone through would have been incredibly high hence the number stacked up waiting to be charged at right of photo.
Copy write (From the private collection of William Jones) Craftsman Ivan Bedelph (TX13568) [Left] and Val McGuinness (TX12841) [right] testing the battery voltage on a CMP F15A truck at 39 Mile.
IVAN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
Funeral location: ?
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
OFFICER PRAISED. – Trooper Ivan Bedelph, of the Sprent Police Station, has been advised of his pending transfer to Campbell Town. At the last sitting of the Police Court Sgt. A. E. Campbell praised the work of Trooper Bedelph while at Sprent, and said he had proved himself a good officer. He thanked him for his close co-operation, which had existed between them and wished him success in the future. The Police Magistrate, Mr. H. R. Dobbie, said that, working from the Sprent office, Tpr. Bedelph had carried out country and town duties conscientiously. Mr. F. B. Edwards, on behalf of the legal profession, and Mr. A. R. Quinn Clerk of Courts, supported. Tpr. Bedelph made an appreciative response.
NEW TROOPER. – Trooper Ivan Bedelph, of Hobart, has been transferred lo this district. He will succeed Trooper J. H. Smith, who was transferred to Launceston three weeks ago. Trooper Bedelph will take up duties in a few days.
Trevor Finbar Earley was fined £12 In the Hobart Police Court yesterday when he pleaded guilty to having been in charge of a bicycle while under the influence of liquor and with having assaulted Constable Ivan Bedelph.
Constable Bedelph said he was on duty on the wharf at 11 pm on Thursday. He saw Earley fall off a bicycle he was riding, and arrested him. On the way to the police station Earley became abusive, and struck witness. Constable Martyn assisted in getting Earley to the charge room.
Insp Smith, who prosecuted, said Earley had a long record, but had not been in trouble since 1936.
Earley said he had been given wine, and he had not much recollection of what had happened.
Mr Brettingham-Moore, P.M., imposed a fine of £10, with 2/6 costs, on the charge of assault, and £2, with 2/6 costs, on the other charge.
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