NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 088
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 10165
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 14 August 1961 aged ( 26 years, 0 months, 24 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Monday 30 October 1961 ( aged 26 years, 3 months, 9 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
* Constable 1st Class – appointed 1 April 1967
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed 1 April 1971
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 February 1978
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: = Sergeant
* I am unaware as to why – but on the 1 April 1967, there appears to have been at least 3 Classes promoted to Constable 1st Class. Members who were Constables for five – six years ( which isn’t unusual if they failed a subject or were injured ) but it appears as though members of Class 088 – 090 were all Promoted to Cst 1/c on the same date.
Stations: ?, ‘ D ‘ District ( 1967 ), ?, Mt Druitt ( 27 Division ) – Disengagement
Service: From 14 August 1961 to18 June 1986 = 24 years, 10 months, 4 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 50 years, 10 months, 4 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 36 years, 4 months, 5 days
Awards: National Medal – granted 6 November 1980 ( Sgt )
( 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: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( November 2022 )
ALAN 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.
Class 088 – October 1961 – Redfern Academy. Unknown who is who.
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Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( November 2022 )
BRUCE is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Condolences to his wife, Deb, family – his brother Michael and friends.
Bruce BALDWIN ( 1st on left – Centre Row ) Goulburn Police Academy Class 206A
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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Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Eugowra Cemetery, North St, Eugowra, NSW
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( April 2022 )
GREG is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * BUT SHOULD BE
GREG is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
GREG IS NOT mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills ( 2022 )
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
WALKING BOOTS: Sergeant Greg Payne hands over spare boots to help city’s homeless to Mission Australia case workers Jess Wright (left) and Kelsey Lew. Photo: JUDE KEOGH 0816jkboots1
A letter to PANSW Police News:
‘Police Family Alive and Well’
In late April this year a mother, father and brother lost their youngest child and brother.
My Police Officer daughter, Angela Payne (nee Bamford) lost her husband and my family lost a son in law.
Detective Sergeant Gregory Ross Payne, 41 years old, took his own life after a battle with mental illness. His death occurred at Orange, New South Wales. Greg was attached to the Central West PD and was working out of Parkes Police Station.
Following Greg’s death the Police Family came to the aid of my daughter and their two daughters, aged 10 and 8 who live in the small country town of Canowindra.
The PD response and care under the leadership of Superintendent Steve Kentwell and his management team was immediate, genuine and full of support. Nothing was too much trouble in our time of need.
The Police Association reacted immediately with contact, offers of support and within days a sizeable sum of money was deposited directly into my daughter’s bank account. A week later Ian Johnstone, acting for the Police Provident Fund travelled from Sydney to my daughter’s home where he presented her with another very sizeable sum of money to support her through what lay ahead.
Floral tributes from a number of commands were delivered to the home over ensuing days. Just to name a few … Orange and Cowra LAC’s, Parkes Police, Homicide Squad, State Crime Command. Not to mention the flowers, food packages and love and support from the local community and business houses. Greg had been stationed at Canowindra performing general duties when first taking up a country posting. The response from all was amazing to witness.
Greg was laid to rest with full Police honours at a lawn service at Eugowra, NSW on the 11th May, 2021. Approximately
150‑200 people attended. Numerous Police from across the state, along with community and family members turned out. The service was live streamed which was viewed by many Police and friends living overseas.
It was a fitting farewell and I know Greg’s family, as with our family, were extremely grateful to all that attended from far and wide. I can report Canowindra RSL bar‑staff (Greg was known there funnily enough) were kept busy later that afternoon and evening.
Greg’s funeral was conducted under threatening skies on a very cold afternoon at Eugowra. Technical difficulties with the audio production saw attendees standing for an extended period in very cold and light showery conditions. Fortunately, rain held off till after the service and afternoon tea.
I need to highlight the actions of Region Commander Geoff McKechnie who was in attendance. I had not met Geoff previously. He sought me out in the crowd to personally offer his condolences and support for the future. The genuineness in his words and demeanour left me knowing ‘this bloke is fair dinkum’. Former work colleagues of mine had told me both Mr McKechnie and Commander Steve Kentwell were, in our speak, “good blokes”. Maybe a ‘country copper trait’ or another example of ‘looking after our own’.
During the service and unbeknown to me Greg’s daughter, Grace was visibly shaking from the cold. I first became aware when I saw a rather large (sorry Sir) Police tunic being handed forward to Grace which was wrapped around her small upper body. Geoff McKechnie, seated behind had removed his tunic and wrapped it around Grace for the length of the service. Clearly Geoff could have ‘influenced’ another officer to give up his tunic or jacket. What a lovely gesture from obviously a kind and caring man and genuine leader. That memory, amongst others will stick with me forever as a reminder that the ‘Police Family is Alive and Well’ and in this case it came from the top.
I must also acknowledge Police Legacy who contributed by supporting Angela and sponsoring her attendance at a 2 day retreat at Mudgee with others in a similar bereavement situation.
On behalf of the Payne and Bamford families please let me say thank you to all that attended. Your support, prayers and offers of assistance that continue are all very much appreciated.
Greg can rest in peace now with the knowledge his family is in good hands. Please remember to ask ‘R U OK’. You could save a life.
Thank you.
Greg Bamford
Retired Detective Inspector
8 PANSW Police News July-August 2021
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 )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( October 2022 )
JOHN IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
Absolutely 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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Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( October 2022 )
JOSEPH IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of October 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
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 )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( April 2022 )
MATTHEW is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
MATTHEW IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
ABSOLUTELY NOTHING on my system about this man. No find on Australian Honours, Google or FB.
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Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Castle Hill Cemetery, Crown Rd & Gilbert Rd, Castle Hill, NSW
Grave location: Anglican Lawn Section, Plot H035
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( October 2022 )
VAUGHAN IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills ( 2022 )
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
Vaughan Anthony Hau
27.04.1969 ~ 19.06.2022
Will be sadly missed by his family, extended family, and many friends.A Mass of Christian Burial for the life of Vaughan will be celebrated at St Madeleine’s Sophie Barat Parish, 28 Annangrove Rd, Kenthurst NSW on Wednesday the 29th of June 2022 commencing at 10:30am.
At the conclusion of the Mass, the cortege will proceed to Castle Hill Cemetery, Gilbert Road Castle Hill NSW.
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Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( April 2022 )
GORDON 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.
It is with great sadness we inform you of the passing of our beloved Club President and Life Member Ian Bourke, who passed away peacefully today.
Ian served with distinction on our Board of Directors for over 19 years and as President for the past 12 years. Ian’s core focus was to improve the lives of our Members and the community, epitomising the philosophy in which Cronulla RSL is founded upon.
Guided by Ian’s leadership, Cronulla RSL has undergone significant transformation and growth.
The Board, Management and Staff extend our deepest condolences to Ian’s wife Ann and his daughter Stephanie at this difficult time. Ian will be missed by us all who fondly chatted with him as he checked on his beloved Club regularly.
We are forever grateful for Ian’s dedication and leadership.
Class 105 of December 1965 Redfern Police Academy
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Funeral Parlour: Pettigrew Family Funerals, 444 Pacific Highway, Belmont, NSW
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( October 2022 )
LISA 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.
Lisa Marie REID AKA ? Late of ? Was / Is Married to Sgt Craig REID, NSWPF 26245 “possible” relation in ‘the job’: ? NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 281 ( DPP 07 ) New South Wales Police Force Regd. # 34755 Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 4 September 2000 ( aged 33 years, 5 months, 4 days ) Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 22 December 2000 ( aged 33 years, 8 months, 21 days ) Photo supplied by Louise Smurthwaite. Lisa is the blonde, kneeling. She was married to a Sergeant Craig Reid – he was an Australian Strongman- I don’t know if they were still together- we lost touch
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.
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 283 ( DPP 09 )( Class 3 )
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 35666
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 7 May 2001 ( aged 28 years, 8 months, 1 day )
Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 31 August 2001 ( aged 28 years, 11 months, 25 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: = Senior Constable
Stations: ?, Eastern Suburbs, Bondi, Waverley, ?, Sutherland PCYC ( 2020 ), ?, Wollongong, loan to Lake Illawarra PCYC ( was Off on Stress Leave ) – Death
Service: From 7 May 2001to28 October 2022 = 21 years, 5 months, 21 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 50 years, 1 month, 22 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 0
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Born: Wednesday 6 September 1972
Died on: Friday 28 October 2022
Age: 50 years, 1 month, 22 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: Depression – Suicide
Event location: Home
Event date: Friday 28 October 2022 mid morning
Funeral date: Thursday 10 November 2022 @ 10am
Funeral location: St Mary’s Catholic Church, Park St, Orange, NSW
( 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 )
Loved by all her aunts, uncle, cousins and friends.
“The One We Love and Will Never Forget”
Aged 50 years
The family and friends of Audra are kindly invited to attend her Funeral Service to be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Park Street, Orange on Thursday November 10, 2022 commencing at 10.00 am.
At the conclusion of the service the cortege will proceed to the Orange Lawn Cemetery.
Our deepest condolences to Audra’s two teenage daughters, family and friends.
May Audra Forever Rest In Peace.
Cops Against Cancer team members Chris Swaby, Audra Jaeger and Dean Simpson are ready to take part in the Sunsuper Ride to Conquer Cancer event on October 11-12 to raise funds for the Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. Picture: GREG TOTMAN Illawarra Mercury 10/10/2014
FIT FOR WORK: Max Wilcox with Senior Constable Audra Jaeger, PCYC NSW chief executive Dominic Teakle, Superintendent Mark Wall, Assistant Commissioner Joe Cassar and Superintendent Dean Smith. Picture: Robert Peet Illawarra Mercury 20/12/2019
EXCLUSIVE:
Tragedy as a dedicated cop and mother of two 12-year-old twin girls ends her own life sending shockwaves through police ranks
Much-loved senior female officer Audra Jaeger died at home on October 28
Understood the senior constable was on stress leave from Wollongong posting
50-year-old was a mother of two 12-year-old twin girls and was found at home
Her sudden death is the second suicide by a NSW police officer in two months
A ‘dedicated’ policewoman and mother of twin girls has ended her own life, rocking the New South Police force just two months after another officer also suicided.
Senior Constable Audra Jaeger, 50, who died on October 28, leaves behind 12-year-old twin girls, Harper and Evie.
Daily Mail Australia understands Ms Jaeger, who served in Sydney‘s eastern suburbs and at Wollongong, was on stress leave and died at home.
Ms Jaeger joined the police service at 28 and served for 21 years, working at Bondi and Waverley stations, before moving to Wollongong, south of Sydney.
She also worked at PCYCs in Sutherland and Lake Illawarra and took part in cancer charity work as part of a Cops Against Cancer cycle team.
A former colleague, Dianna Mackay, has started an official fundraiser to raise money for Ms Jaeger’s two daughters.
She shared a heartbreaking photo of the twins in front of a giant love heart drawn in the sand.
‘Senior Constable Audra Jaeger sadly passed away on 28 October 2022. She is survived by her twin daughters, Harper and Evie, who are both just twelve years old,’ Ms Mackay wrote.
‘Audra was an amazing person, friend, work colleague, partner, mumma and daughter.’
Ms Jaeger was ‘much loved by everyone who knew her’ Ms Mackay said.
‘Audra lit up the room no matter where she was; at work, at home or at play.
‘[She] was a massive beacon of light and burst of positive energy and even with her passing, her shining light will never be extinguished.’
One donor wrote ‘Such a beautiful person gone too soon, rest easy Aud.’
Tributes poured in from colleagues and loved ones, many through the charity, NSW Police Legacy.
It shared the tragic news on its social media pages on Wednesday: ‘We’re sorry, family, but we have more heartbreaking news.’
A NSW paramedic who had a chance encounter with her a week before her death said Ms Jaeger was ‘dedicated’ and friendly.
‘[She was a] dedicated Emergency Services colleague, our paths crossed many times for many different reasons and Audra always greeted me with a smile followed by a quick chat, we even had a chat at a restaurant the week before her passing, if only we knew, now it’s another sad loss that may have been prevented,’ he wrote.
‘RIP sister in blue,’ a former sergeant wrote.
‘Audra was always a pleasure to work with at the PCYC,’ a Sydney mum posted.
‘So so sad… a truly lovely person’ another woman wrote.
The tragedy comes less than two months after the body of off-duty male officer, Tanzeel Iftikhar Bashir, 23, was found in the Royal National Park.
Constable Bashir was found in the Royal National Park, south of Sydney, at about 12.40am on Saturday September 3 ( 2022 ).
Police had launched a search for the young off-duty officer at about 10.30pm on September 2 after concerns were raised for his welfare.
His colleagues found the Bankstown Police Area Command officer the following morning.
All funds raised for Audra Jaeger’s twins will be put into a trust for Harper and Evie Jaeger, and will be given to the girls when they turn 21.
The fundraiser has the modest target of $10,000 and had raised $2,655 by Wednesday evening.
If you or anyone you know needs help or confidential support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636
Senior Constable Audra Jaeger sadly passed away on 28 October 2022. She is survived by her twin daughters, Harper and Evie, who are both just twelve years old.
Make a donation here today to support Harper and Evie’s future.
Audra with daughters Harper and Evie.
“Audra was an amazing person, friend, work colleague, partner, mumma and daughter. She was much loved by everyone who knew her. Audra lit up the room no matter where she was; at work, at home or at play. Audra was a massive beacon of light and burst of positive energy and even with her passing, her shining light will never be extinguished.” ~ Sergeant Dianna Mackay (retired)
This is a Community Fundraising initiative organised by a third party. All funds raised will be put into trust for Harper and Evie, and will be accessible by the girls when they turn 21.
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.
