NEW OFFICERS: ( From Goulburn Academy Class 354 ) Probationary Constables Isabella Hudson, Prudence Mottram, Harrison Holford, Superintendent Brendan Gorman # 27880, and Probationary Constables Liam Ford and Nathan Blanchard outside Orange Police Station on Tuesday. Photo: CARLA FREEDMAN – 24 August 2022
Class 356 was the last Class that were required to supply a Typing Competency Certificate upon application to join the NSWPF.
The removal of having to supply a Typing Certificate was brought about because the question was asked about why, in the age of everything ‘computers’ & ‘mobile phones’ was a Typing Certificate required.
As a result, on a Trial basis, Class’s 357, 358 & 359 were not required to supply a Typing Certificate upon application to join the NSWPF.
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STEPHEN Bromhead, member for the state electorate of Myall Lakes, sadly passed away on Thursday 16 March after a battle with mesothelioma.
The Hon. Stephen Bromhead served for the last twelve years in the Myall State electorate.
Mr Bromhead, who had been the Member for Myall Lakes since 2011, had earlier announced his retirement ahead of the forthcoming State election due to ill health.
During his time in the NSW Parliament he served as the Nationals Whip, Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Transport and Roads and the Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Housing.
He was the President of the NSW Parliamentary Lions Club and served on a number of parliamentary committees.
This was in addition to the many roles he held in previous public life as a nurse, police officer, local government councillor and solicitor to name but a few.
Many past and present staff as well as local dignitaries have expressed their best wishes at his passing.
MidCoast Council Mayor Claire Pontin expressed her condolences at the passing of Mr Stephen Bromhead MP.
Flags at Council’s Administration and Customer Service Centre, Yalawanyi Ganya, Taree were flown at half-mast last Friday as a mark of respect.
“Mr Bromhead was a strong advocate for the MidCoast community during his term and is responsible for the allocation of funds to many community projects and facilities in our region,” said Mayor Pontin.
The Deputy Premier of NSW the Hon. Paul Toole also expressed his deepest sympathies.
“Yesterday I lost a colleague and a mate – and the people of Myall Lakes lost one of their most passionate advocates,” said Mr Toole.
“Stephen Bromhead devoted a lifetime to serving his community; as a registered nurse and police officer, as a volunteer firefighter and in his almost twelve years as the Member for Myall Lakes.
“Especially, Mr Bromhead was passionate over many years to bring better services to his electorate.
“No one has fought harder to ensure the people of Myall Lakes get the health services they deserve and his death will be felt throughout the community.
“In Taree, where they’ll remember his fight to upgrade Manning Base Hospital.
“In Forster, where his legacy will be a public hospital, and in Old Bar, where we’re building a new ambulance station,” said Mr Toole.
In his last speech to parliament when it came time to say his goodbyes last year, rather than just listing his many achievements, he used it to say thank you for the privilege of being able to serve.
“It’s testament to the character of Brommy,” said Mr Toole.
“He set a shining example as someone who fought passionately for what mattered to his community and when that fight was won, went straight into battle on the next issue.”
Tributes flow for NSW Nationals MP Stephen Bromhead who lost his battle with cancer aged 66
The long-serving Nationals MP died aged 66 after being diagnosed with mesothelioma last August.
Max Melzer Digital Reporter
2 min read
March 17, 2023 – 12:25PM
Nationals member for New South Wales’ Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead has died aged 66 following a battle with cancer.
The long-serving MP announced his retirement from politics last August after he was diagnosed with mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer caused by inhaling asbestos particles.
Mr Bromhead had represented the Mid North Coast electorate since 2011 and was highly respected in the Nationals.
Nationals member for New South Wales’ Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead has died aged 66 following a battle with cancer. Picture: Matt King/Getty Images
His death was announced on Friday, just 10 days before what would have been the 12-year anniversary of his election as representative of Myall Lakes.
Tributes for Mr Bromhead were led by NSW Nationals leader and Deputy NSW Premier Paul Toole.
Affectionately referring to the late Mr Bromhead as “Brommy”, Mr Toole said he had lost both a “colleague and a mate.”
“Brommy, like me, was part of the class of Nats MPs who entered Parliament in 2011 determined to make a difference,” he said on Friday.
“He did not disappoint.
“No one has fought harder to ensure the people of Myall Lakes get the health services they deserve and his death will be felt throughout the community.
“In Taree, where they’ll remember his fight to upgrade Manning Base Hospital. In Forster, where his legacy will be a public hospital. And in Old Bar, where we’re building a new ambulance station.”
Mr Toole also praised his late friend’s humility saying it was a “testament to the character of Brommy that when it came time to say his goodbyes to the Parliament last year that rather than just list his many achievements, he used it to say thank you for the privilege of being able to serve.”
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet said Mr Bromhead was the “quintessential Nationals member” who had dedicated himself to making sure regional NSW got its fair share.
“Stephen was a highly respected and valued member of Parliament. In the party-room and in the chamber, he always brought colour and life,” he said.
“Given his early career in health, it is fitting that Stephen’s great legacy can be seen in the major upgrades to health facilities he delivered for his community, among many other important achievements.”
Stephen Bromhead and his wife Sue lived together on NSW’s Mid North Coast. Picture: Stephen Bromhead MP on Facebook
Mr Bromhead’s federal counterpart Lyne MP David Gillespie remembered him as a “gentle giant” who provided guidance when they first met during the 2010 national election campaign.
“I met him on the hustings, he was a great help, a true friend and he stood by his principles,” he said.
Labor leader Chris Minns said the passing of Mr Bromhead was deeply saddening.
“I want to pass on the commiserations of myself and NSW Labor not just to Stephen’s family including his wife Sue, but to the community he worked so hard for and loved so much,” he said.
Mr Bromhead, who died on Thursday, is survived by his wife Sue and their seven children.
PUBLISHED: 09:39 AEDT, 17 March 2023 | UPDATED: 10:37 AEDT, 17 March 2023
NSW Nationals MP Stephen Bromhead, 66, died on Thursday after a brave battle with killer mesothelioma.
The state member for Myall Lakes, north of Newcastle, announced in August he would be standing down at this month’s state election to focus on his health.
The rare cancer is normally associated with the asbestos industry and is linked to ingesting or breathing in asbestos fibres.
‘Somewhere in my background I’ve come into contact with fibro,’ he revealed last year.
In his valedictory speech in Parliament, he added: ‘I do not want anyone to think that this is a case of someone who is tired, does not want to be a local member, and is giving up.
‘It is simply the case that I have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, which means I cannot put 100 per cent into the job.’
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet revealed the awful moment the former Nationals whip revealed his devastating illness.
‘When Stephen first shared the news of his diagnosis, it came as a huge shock to all of us,’ he admitted.
‘Stephen’s grace and strength over the past year has been an inspiration to so many, and I know he has served as an extraordinary mentor to many Nationals members and to his staff over that time and throughout his career.’
The former nurse and detective – who served in the NSW Parliament for 12 years – is survived by his wife Sue and their seven children.
‘Stephen was the quintessential Nationals member, dedicated wholly to making sure the people of Myall Lakes – and all of regional NSW – got their fair share,’ said the premier
‘While he was naturally a warm and welcoming person, as the Nationals’ Whip Stephen made good use of the fearsome tenacity learned in his former career as a detective.
‘Stephen was a highly respected and valued member of Parliament. In the party-room and in the chamber, he always brought colour and life.’
Mr Bromhead was renowned for fighting for improved health facilities in his area which will be his lasting legacy to voters, said the premier.
‘Given his early career in health, it is fitting that Stephen’s great legacy can be seen in the major upgrades to health facilities he delivered for his community, among many other important achievements,’ he said.
‘The Manning Base Hospital redevelopment, a new ambulance station at Forster and construction of one underway at Old Bar, and a commitment to deliver a public hospital for the Forster community mean Stephen’s contribution will continue to have a positive impact on the Myall Lakes community for many decades to come.
‘Stephen leaves a proud and lasting legacy: a credit to the man and to his dedication to the people of Myall Lakes right to the end.
‘Stephen will be dearly missed, and we wish his wife Sue and his family and friends every comfort at this difficult time.’
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Raymond GAZZARD with Ivor KELL at Redfern Police Academy on the date of their Swearing In.
Raymond Gazzard 20 August 2018 “I WAS ATTACHED TO POLICE TRANSPORT BRANCH WHEN I WAS SELECTED TO PERFORM ESCORT DUTIES WHEN THE QUEEN VISITED NSW IN THE 1970 THE VEHICLE IN QUESTION HAD BEEN ALLOCATED TO ME AND IT WAS MY RESPONSIBILITY TO USE IT WHEN THE QUEEN VISITED NSW IN 1970 THE PHOTO WAS TAKEN AT MY PLACE OF RESIDENCE IN MERRYLANDS.” AZU095
Recipients of the Police Long Service & Good Conduct Medal. Unknown date.
Night duty at Fairfield Police Station is proceeding satisfactorily, said the Officer-In-Charge, Sgt. H. Laycock, on Tuesday.
Extra, staff has now raised the total of police at Fairfield Station to six sergeants, 16 constables and one cadet.
In the past month the new constables to arrive at Fairfield are G. Pearson, J. Goodsell, G. Lindgren, F. Taylor, W. Knight, C. Young and G. Pryde.
Constable R. Gazzard has gone to Boorowa, Constable L Goodridge leaves this week for his country appointment, Constable J. Ford has gone to the Public Safety Bureau, and Constable Young has gone to Deniliquin.
A quick move by Fairfield police, Constables Gazzard and Goodridge, on Monday morning, resulted in two fifteen-year-old Fairfield boys being arrested and later charged with breaking and entering homes in Bland Street, Riverview Road, Laurel Street, Wilga Street and Ulverstone Street.
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Gerald Charles SULLIVAN NSWPF # 15523 with his wife, Laurel. Gerald SULLIVAN
Class 132 of 1972 at Redfern Police Academy. Sworn In on 11 September 1972.
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Funeral Parlour: Simplicity Funerals, Robina, Qld
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Publication: The Gold Coast BulletinDate Listed: 26/4/2023 Location: Mudgeeraba
In loving memory
Malcolm John Condon
17th May 1942 to 20th April 2023
Dearly loved husband of Nancy, loved father of Bruce, Scott (dec) and Nicole.
A loving father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather to their families.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend Malcolm’s funeral service which will be held at Allambe Memorial Gardens at 10am on Friday the 28th April 2023 in the Garden Chapel.
It is with much sadness, MWRLFC have been advised that Malcolm Condon, Player #154 has passed away..
Mal, better known as “Taxi” with his mates was signed from Wollongong by the astute Arko and brought to play for Manly in the 1964 season. Playing Second-Row or Hooker, Taxi managed 7 First Grade games as well as representing the NSW Colts beating France in the same season.
MWRLFC would like to pass on our deepest condolences to wife Nancy, family and friends.
South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus (NSW : 1900 – 1954),
Monday 27 July 1953, page 4
Crown Street West Accident
Mr. A. S. Heininger, of Dapto, commenting on an accident report in last issue, has pointed out that his car was stationary when the youth; Malcolm Condon, of West Wollongong, riding a cycle, struck the open door and was thrown onto the roadway. The driver of a lorry then swerved to avoid the youth and went through a fence and overturned.
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LUKE IS NOT ( Currently ) mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills ( But is entitled to be )
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GoFundMe for 15 month old Jack and his mother Eli – can be found HERE
Luke & Eli
The Golden Boot 24 April 2023 There’s no more prized image in the cops than having your photo taken with the famed Golden Boot on the balcony of the Narrandera Footy Club. Many have tried, few have succeeded; One of which was Sgt Luke Stephenson – Liverpool Kings. Sadly the blue family lost Luke recently and he leaves behind a young family. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support Lukes family. Please give what you can. We all do this part well. ???????? https://www.gofundme.com/f/luke-stephenson
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Prior to joining the NSW Police Force, ‘Ian’ was a ‘Bobby’ with Dorset Police Force in England.
Prior to being a ‘Bobby’, he was attached to the RAF.
Ian also had a reputation of being a pretty good artist.
Class 107 – May 1966 – Redfern Academy
Somewhere in this photo is possibly Ian.
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Steven Alan RUDD, NSWPF #29623 – Son. Attested with Class 259 on Friday 17 February 1995 at the Sydney Opera House, NSW.
Matthew Alan RUDD, NSWPF #29624 – Son. Attested with Class 259 on Friday 17 February 1995 at the Sydney Opera House, NSW.
John Markham Raymond GREVILLE, NSWPF # 20790 – son-in-law ( Attested 11 March 1983 with Class 192 )
“possible” relation in ‘the job’: ?
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 102
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 11341
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 11 January 1965 ( aged 19 years, 2 months, 12 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 22 February 1965 ( aged 19 years, 3 months, 23 days )
Constable – appointed 22 February 1966
Constable 1st Class – appointed 22 February 1970
Detective – appointed 17 July 1975 ( YES )
Placed 1st in Detectives Training Course # 3 of 1974 and received the Transfield Award.
Surveillance Class 1/1978.
Senior Constable – appointed 22 February 1974
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( n/a )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 16 January 1981
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 12 January 1987
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed 30 June 1989
Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Chief Inspector – appointed 9 May 1990
Final Rank: = Chief Inspector
Stations: Regent St ( 2 Division )( GDs )( 29 March 1965 – 21 June 1965 ), Regent St ( 2 Division )( Traffic Duties )( 22 June 1965 – 20 February 1966 ), Canterbury ( 13 Division )( Solo Cycle Patrol )( 21 February 1966 – 11 April 1966 ), Traffic Branch ( Special Traffic Patrol )( 12 April 1966 – 21 August 1968 ), Sutherland ( 24 Division )( Special Traffic Patrol )( 22 August 1968 – 27 December 1971 ), Hurstville ( 12 Division )( GDs )( 28 December 1971 – 16 July 1972 ), C.I.B. ( 21 Division )( 21 Special Squad )( 17 July 1972 – 29 May 1973 ), Redfern ( 7 Division )( C.I. Duties )( 30 May 1973 – 3 May 1975 ), C.I.B. ( C.I. Duties )( 4 May 1975 – 16 January 1982 ), C.I.B. ( Special Task Force )( 17 January 1982 – 26 January 1985 ), Liverpool ( 22 Division )( District Drug Detection Enforcement Unit )( 27 January 1985 – 8 May 1990 ), Organised Crime Unit ( Investigation – Commander )( 9 May 1990 – 1 July 1997 ), Crime Agencies ( Investigation Co-ordinator )( 2 July 1997 – 30 July 1998 ) – Retirement
Drug Enforcement Agency ( DEA ), ?, South West Drug Squad ( Fairfield )( 34 Division ), ?, South East Drug Squad, ?, OCU ( AFP ), ?, Commander ( C/Insp )( 1990 ) – Target Development Section – State Intelligence Group, Organised Crime Squad – Retirement
Service: From 11 January 1965to30 July 1998 = 33 years, 6 months, 19 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 52 years, 9 months, 0 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 24 years, 7 months, 12 days
Awards: National Medal – granted 15 April 1981 ( Sgt 3/c )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 28 May 1992 ( C/Insp )
NSW Police Medal with 4th Clasp – granted 27 April 2008 ( Retired )
Born: Tuesday 30 October 1945
Died on: Tuesday 14 March 2023
Age: 77 years, 4 months, 12 days
Organ Donor: ?
Cause: Cancer ( type = ? )
Event location: Pt Macquarie Base Hospital, NSW
Event date ( diagnosed ): ?
Funeral date: ? ? 2023 ( HELD )
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Private Cremation has been held. Memorial Service date to be held. See below.
Future Memorial Service location: the Lodge Chapel, Woronora Memorial Park, 121 Linden St, Sutherland, NSW
Future Memorial Service date: Friday 14 April 2023 @ 10.30aM
Wear a touch of yellow
Reception to be held at the Kareela Golf Club, 1 Bates Dve, Kareela, NSW after 12.45pm, immediately following the Memorial Service.
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Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: Placed 1st in Detectives Training Course # 3 of 1974 and received the Transfield Award. His name appears on the Detectives Honour Roll.
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( March 2023 )
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Class 102 – Redfern Police Academy – February 1965
Back Row: ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, Alan RUDD
Front Row: ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?
?, Alan Leonard RUDD, ?, ?, ?
Alan RUDD on his STP Bike. 1966
Back Row: B. NIVEN, R.DAVIS. J. CRIBB. J. LARKIN, R.FURTNER, G. ORCHARD, Gary LANGFORD, M. FRAWLY
Middle Row: T. FLOOD, A. THOMSON, J. MANNING. A. RUDD, J. DOYLE, R. PONDER, G. KEMP, G. BARTHOLOMEW ( President )
Front Row: G. PATERSON ( Ass. Sect. PRLFA ), ALE? CLARKSON ( Cronulla Sutherland Club ), Insp. P. GIBB ( Asst. Supt. # 5 Sub Dist ), G. BEAUMONT ( Captain ), Insp. J. MURRAY ( OIC # 24 Div ), Insp. H. PEARCE ( 10mm REP ), B. COLLINS ( Sect. P.R.L.F.A. ) Date unknown
1970s NSW Police Rugby League Football Association ( NSWPRLFA ). Alan RUDD played in the Cronulla Sutherland Police team in the same jerseys as the Sharks in 1970.
Alan Leonard RUDD acknowledged on the Detectives Honour Roll for 1st place in his Class.
Alan Leonard RUDD being presented with the Transfield Award ( type writer ) at a Passing Out Parade at Redfern Police Academy. c 1974
‘Bill & Tony’s, 1970s’ was taken outside the restaurant Bill & Tony’s in Stanley Street, Darlinghurst – a favourite detective hangout. Alan Rudd is third from the left in a striped shirt.
NSW Police Academy. Sergeants’ Course #2/ 1980 ( Class 3 ) 14 April to 30 May 1980
Back Row: Doug RICHES, George McCLEERY, Tom CONNERTON, John MORELAND, Gerry PERKIN, Laurie MOFFITT, Les AUSTIN, Roger MORRISON, Ray FRANKHAM.
Middle Row: Terry RUSKIN, Allan McCLOSKEY, Neville CHEW, Reg HALL, Bill MAHONY, Peter BURTON, Harvey CHAPMAN, Warren DAY.
Front Row: John HAMER, Kevin MATTHEWS, Angus McDONALD ( Instructor ), Gordon LEVER ( Instructor ) Bryan BINNS ( Director ), Brian MILWARD ( Instructor ), Alan RUDD
Alan RUDD travelled to Tokyo in early 1993 while investigating the Yakuza in Australia ( ties in with newspaper article ).
( may have been late 1995 ) The Japanese travelled to Australia and hosted a dinner at the Hotel Nikko, where Alan RUDD presented the plaque to one of the Japanese delegation.
Passing Out of Class 259 at the Sydney Opera House, NSW. Family Members: John GREVILLE, # 20790, Steven RUDD # 29623 ( from Class 259 ), Alan RUDD # 11341, Matthew RUDD # 29624, John RUDD # 15792.
Alan RUDD receiving a salute from his sons – Steven RUDD & Matthew RUDD who had just Attested at the Sydney Opera House with Class 259 on Friday 17 February 1995.
1995 – Police Dinner. Alan RUDD, 1st person in middle row ( L – R ) Robert TREHARNE, 1st person in front row.
Possibly late 1990s. Steven RUDD, Commissioner Tony LAUER, Chief Inspector Alan RUDD.
SYDNEY: The arrest of a former Japanese criminal-society member on Queensland’s Gold Coast has focused attention on the movement of Asian Mafia-style gangs into Australia, particularly NSW.
Australian Federal Police and Immigration Department officers arrested 47 year-old Suzuki Sueharu in a raid on a Currumbin Waters flat yesterday. He had failed to reveal his criminal history when applying for a visa.
An AFP spokesman said yesterday that Sueharu had entered Australia from Fiji in February on a visitor’s visa and then begun business activities, including buying land and promoting a planned tourist resort.
Sueharu revealed his former Yakuza ties when arrested and admitted he had hidden his criminal record.
The AFP spokesman would not detail the man’s criminal history but said it was “extensive”.
Being a Yakuza member was not itself a criminal offence, but failing to declare previous criminal convictions was illegal under the Migration Act and made a person an illegal entrant automatically, he said.
Sydney police said more Yakuza members might be operating in Australia, particularly in states with casinos where money-laundering was suspected.
Japanese men were dealing with large amounts of money, particularly in Western Australia, Darwin and on the Gold Coast Yakuza members were easily identified by full-body tattoos, black suits and often had a little finger chopped off.
The society was linked with prostitution, contract murders and drug running.
A spokesman from the organised crime branch ( state intelligence ), Detective Chief Inspector Alan Rudd, said it was “highly likely” that the society was operating in Australia, especially in NSW. He said little was known about the group because its activities had been well hidden so far.
“We haven’t really got much on the Yakuza, but only because we haven’t been exploring in that direction … We tend to have concentrated on the Chinese and Vietnamese groups because we know what they’re up to,” he said.
Inspector Rudd said NSW in some ways provided ideal conditions for the Japanese society to flourish, “because it’s a business centre and there is a lot of real-estate activity”.
A Queensland police report has alleged that the Yakuza, with a $10 billion turn over, launders “black” money through property development.
The report says society members have intimidated legitimate tourist businesses into paying commissions for tour groups to be brought to their businesses.
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BRIAN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
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Back Row ( L – R ) P.C. Cst 1/c WARFIELD, P.C. SenCon GUYATT, Det Sgt 3/c TRACEY, Det Sgt 3/c SQUIRES, Det SenCon SCOTT, Det SenCon MOORE, Det SenCon FLANNERY, Det Sgt 1/c LAMOND
Centre Row Cst 1/c WILSON P.C. SenCon HOGUE, Det SenCon HODGSON, Det SenCon DALEY, Det Insp SHEATHER, Det SenCon MOONEY, Det Sgt 3/c NEWHAM, Det SenCon DOYLE, Det SenCon CLARK.
Front Row: Det SenCon INKSTER, Det Sgt MURRAY, P.C. SenCst DOUGHAN, Policewoman SenCon BUCKLEE, P.C. SenCst PHILP, Det Sgt 3/c McDONALD, Det SenCon VINCENT.
MOONEY, Brian Henry
Late of Failford.
Passed away 9/03/2023 with his eldest Daughter by his side.
Brian is pre deceased by his proud parents, “Jack” and Alice Mooney, and by his big brother and best mate John “Bopper” Mooney.
He is survived by his three children Jackie, Shann and Ben and families and sister in law Gale and his many wonderful mates who became his extended family.
A lifetime of service to his Country, 9RAR, Police force and to his community.
A valued and active advocate for the Defence Shed.
Aged 75 years
Forever in our Hearts
A funeral service will be held at the St Nicholas Anglican Church, Corner of Lake and Bent Street Tuncurry, Commencing at 11am on Tuesday 21st March 2023.
Prior to a Private Cremation.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Variety Club of Australia, NETS and the Defence Shed.
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Recipients of the Police Long Service & Good Conduct Medal. Unknown date.
Back Row: ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, Alan RUDD
Newcastle District Detectives: c1979
