Headquarters Company 2 Division 17 February 1969
39 Air Dispatch Platoon 2 May 1971
2 Air Supply Control Section 1 March 1972
38 Supply Company 28 March 1973
33 Transport Platoon 12 November 1973
12 Transport Company 1 July 1974
3 Transport Company 1 July 1975
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Date of exit: 29 March 1978
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Medals: Australian Defence Medal
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Police Awards: National Medal – granted 21 August 1989 ( Det Sgt )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 25 June 1999 ( Det Sgt )
2nd Clasp to National Medal – granted 15 August 2011
National Police Service Medal – granted 14 February 2017
NSW Police Medal with 3rd Clasp – granted 7 November 2003
2nd Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 13 February 2004
Born: Saturday 7 October 1950
Died on: Monday 3 July 2023
Age: 72 years, 8 months, 26 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
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Funeral date: Tuesday 11 July 2023 @ 11am
Funeral location: South Chapel, Eastern Suburbs Crematorium, Military Rd, Botany, NSW
Back Row: ( L – R ) Graham LAYT, Mark BRADY, Neville SMITH, Peter CRYMBLE, Paul McCALLUM, Paul VALLIS
Centre Row: Kevin ROBERTS, John HAYES, Peter ABEL, David CHARTERIS, Alan CONDON, Daniel RUMING
Front Row: Ken ROWLANDS, Ken MURRAY, Fred ALDRED, Col WATKINS, Les BATES, Ken JOHNSON, Jill FRAZER
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Australian Jewish News (Sydney, NSW : 1990 – 2008),
Friday 17 March 2000, page 6
Rusty nail isn’t kosher
A SIX-year-old boy bit into a kosher sausage recently, only to find a rusty needle in it.
The 3.5cm needle was discovered after the child complained that something had lodged in his mouth.
The boy’s mother, who purchased the packet of sausages from Coles Supermarket at Bondi Junction, told the Australian Jewish News that she “freaked out; my son could have died if he had swallowed the needle”.
Coles media relations manager Lisa Amor confirmed that a “contamination has been reported. We believe it was introduced at store level. We’re making inquiries with our supplier, but we’ve handed the matter to the police, who will be conducting the investigation.”
Waverley Police Detective-Sergeant Paul Vallis said “both Waverley Police and the NSW Department of Public Health have taken a report of the incident and we’re monitoring the situation”.
Stephen Lewis, general manager of Melbourne’s Continental Kosher Butchers — the supplier of the sausages — said he “was loathe to make any formal statement … given the police involvement”. Nevertheless, he stressed that “the processing procedures, coupled with regular external audit inspections of the processing premises, were such that the inclusion of any foreign matter such as described simply could not have been effected in production”.
Mr Lewis said “as an official supplier to Coles Supermarkets Australia for some years, I’m confident that the company will properly investigate all matters associated with the claims, which will no doubt result in no blame being laid on Continental Kosher Butchers’ procedures”. He urged customers to “check that products are sealed when purchasing. If a consumer notices any breakage to a package, it should be handed to a Coles employee” to ensure that it is not sold.
SYDNEY: After considering its verdict for three hours, a Sydney District Court jury found two men guilty yesterday of the savage bashing of teenage fine defaulter Jamie Partlic in Long Bay jail in November 1987.
The jury found Gary Donald Stokes, 33, of maliciously inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
He faces a maximum penalty of life imprisonment.
His co-accused, Darren Bruce Difford, 22, was found guilty of the lesser charge of maliciously inflicting grievous bodily harm. He faces a maximum of seven years’ jail.
After the verdicts, Detective-Sergeant Paul Vallis told the court that Stokes was currently serving a sentence of 18 years, with a 15-year non-parole period, after pleading guilty last month to another charge of maliciously inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent to inflict grievous bodily harm.
Crown Prosecutor Chris Maxwell said that that charge had considerable relevance to the bashing of Mr Partlic. It related to an incident in Newcastle in 1986 in which Stokes bashed another man, Nick Psaltis, and jumped up and down on his head in an argument over drugs.
Stokes’s counsel, Ken Magnus, said he had lodged an appeal against the severity of that sentence.
In a brief outburst from the dock, Stokes said, “He sentenced me to 18 years because he knew about this case. That’s why I got 18 years.”
Sergeant Vallis said Difford was currently serving a sentence for breaking and entering and was due for release in June next year.
Judge Nash remanded both to appear for sentence this morning.
The Jamie Partlic case has had a far-reaching effect on the prison system in NSW, acting as the catalyst for reforms within the jail system and the abolition of jail terms for those who failed to pay fines imposed for minor offences.
Traffic offenders now have their driver’s licence or vehicle registration cancelled until they pay up. Other offenders must perform community service work.
Jamie Partlic, now 20, of Cronulla in Sydney’s south, went to Long Bay Jail on November 7, 1987, to serve four days, for non-payment of traffic fines totalling $1197.
According to witnesses at the trial, Partlic was in the fine defaulters’ yard when he was approached by Difford and Stokes, who had been working out on a punching bag nearby.
There was apparently some conversation.
Witnesses said Mr Partlic’s comments were innocuous.
Both Stokes and Difford said Mr Partlic had spat on Stokes and had been behaving like a “smart arse”.
The prosecution alleged that Difford had begun the attack and that Stokes had continued it, punching and kicking Mr Partlic, then stamping on his head as he lay on the ground. Stokes had thrown him head-first into a fire hydrant and then jumped on him again. Finally, Stokes had lifted the then unconscious Mr Partlic and thrown him headlong on to the concrete.
The savage bashing left Mr Partlic comatose for four months with severe brain damage. He is still profoundly disabled, with little prospect of a complete recovery.
Both Stokes and Difford admitted they had been drinking “jail brew” at the time.
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The POS accused of fatally running over a young police officer has admitted stealing and driving the car but denies murdering the constable, a court has heard.
Reagan Ainslie Chown, 23, faced Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court in Perth on Wednesday ( 21 Feb. 2024 ) where he pleaded guilty to driving recklessly to escape police during a pursuit in a stolen Holden Cruze.
But he pleaded not guilty to murdering Constable Anthony Woods, 28, who was allegedly struck with the car in Ascot on June 8 last year.
The officer and his colleague had pulled over the vehicle and they were trying to detain three occupants when Constable Woods was allegedly dragged underneath as the car reversed.
Constable Woods was rushed to hospital in a critical condition and died on June 11.
He became the 88th WA Police officer to lose his life in the line of duty.
Constable Woods had only been on the force for about three years and had just passed his probation when he died.
He was farewelled at Optus Stadium on July 7.
In a statement after his death, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered.
“He was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard-working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.
“We ask that you keep Anthony’s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the young officer had been trying to keep the community safe.
“It was the sort of interaction that any of our officers may encounter any given day or night of the year, reminding us of the ever-present dangers facing police officers,” he said.
Constable Woods’ name has been added to memorial wall at the WA Police Academy in Joondalup, facing the flame of remembrance.
Chown will next face the WA Supreme Court on June 10.
Constable Anthony Woods succumbed to injuries suffered in the line of duty, while attending an incident in early June, in Ascot, Perth, Western Australia.
Three weeks previously, he had welcomed PolicingTV Founder, Bernard Rix, to Belmont Police Station in Perth, where they recorded this video intended to give PolicingTV viewers a detailed look behind the scenes.
Constable Woods’ family has asked that PolicingTV publish this video – today, the day of Anthony’s funeral – in his memory.
A personal statement by PolicingTV Founder, Bernard Rix:
It is with great sadness that I heard of the recent death, whilst on duty, of Western Australia Police Force’s Constable Anthony Woods.
Just last month, Anthony was chosen by the Force to provide me and PolicingTV with a guided tour of Belmont Police Station, in Perth. It was my great pleasure to film with him: he was a natural communicator, wonderfully friendly and engaging. I left Belmont that day having made a new friend, as well as with some wonderful film and memories.
My heart goes out to Anthony’s family, friends and policing colleagues. I may have met Anthony just the once, but his warmth that day made me feel I’d known him far longer. I hope this video helps bring back positive memories of a wonderful man: like so many others, I mourn his loss.
Thousands gather for funeral of police officer Anthony Woods in Perth
Thousands have gathered to honour Constable Anthony Woods after he was killed in the line of duty.
A West Australian police officer killed on duty is being laid to rest as his loved ones remember a larger-than-life character full of fun and joy.
A police funeral was held Thursday for Constable Anthony Woods, 28, who was allegedly run over by a man attempting to avoid arrest in June.
WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Loved ones mourn Perth officer Anthony Woods.
About 2000 officers and dignitaries stood in silence on Thursday as a bagpiper led the procession into a function room at Optus Stadium in Perth.
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, WA Governor Chris Dawson, Police Commissioner Col Blanch and WA Premier Roger Cook were among the guests.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who paid tribute to Woods in a statement as a “young man cruelly robbed of his future”, was represented by local Labor MP Zaneta Mascarenhas.
Police chaplain Paul Trimble paid tribute to the “larger-than-life” character who was full of fun and joy, but always treated others with respect.
A firm but fair officer, he died doing what he loved best.
The service concluded with a police honour guard. Credit: 7NEWS
“Anthony was in his element and wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else in that moment,” Timble told the service.
The chaplain spoke of a man who Woods had previously arrested leaving a condolence card at the station when he attended to sign in for his bail conditions, describing the officer as “a gentleman”.
In a poignant tribute, Woods’ wife Emily said she was “proud” and “so grateful for you”.
“Your love made me really strong and I’ll carry that with me every minute of every day,” she said
Woods’ older brother Nathan paid an emotional tribute, promising to live life to the fullest in his sibling’s honour.
“I’ll do my best to pick up where you left off. You’ve left a legacy and a massive imprint on this world,” he said.
“I love you bro and always will … until next time, mate.”
Anthony Woods’ wife Emily said she was ‘proud’ and ‘so grateful’ to have known the fallen officer. Credit: 7NEWS
The service concluded with a police honour guard.
A few dozen members of the public gathered in gloomy weather to watch a livestream of proceedings outside the stadium.
Albanese said all Australians joined the officer’s family in mourning.
“He was a young man cruelly robbed of his future … an Australian who went to work and never came home,” he said.
“Like all police officers, Constable Woods knew the risks his job entailed, yet he bravely performed his duties, putting himself in harm’s way so others could be safe.”
Albanese said the hearts of all Australians went out to Woods’ wife, Emily, and his family.
“We grieve with his friends, his workmates and the broader police community, whose every member feels each loss so very deeply,” he said.
Earlier on Thursday, WA Police shared footage of Woods filmed just a month before his death.
The video was captured in May as part of a tour of Belmont Police Station as part of a series for PolicingTV.com.
“The selected footage demonstrates his professional, friendly and enthusiastic approach to the job he loved,” WA Police said.
Woods had just passed his probation with the force before he was killed, having volunteered at the PCYC before joining the police cadets in 2019 and moving into the recruit squad in 2021.
Emily has previously remembered him as a devoted husband and loving son, brother and uncle “who was taken from this Earth far too soon”.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates,” she said in a statement.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.”
Woods’ family was shattered by his death.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community,” the family said in a statement.
“We ask that you keep Anthony’s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
Blanch said Woods was a brave and dedicated police officer and it was a sad time for the “blue family”.
“You did your duty mate, we will remember,” he said at a press conference to announce the death.
WA Police headquarters was turned blue in honour of the officer, while flags were flown at half-mast in the wake of the officer’s death. Credit: 7NEWS
Flags flew at half-mast at police stations across the state soon after, and Const Woods was honoured in federal parliament as someone who exemplified the values of the force.
Reagan Ainsley Chown, 23, has been charged with Woods’ murder after a vehicle with stolen number plates that he was allegedly driving hit and dragged the young officer underneath.
Chown is scheduled to next appear in court on August 30.
‘Infectious smile’: Funeral held for fallen WA cop Anthony Woods
The wife of a police officer killed while on duty has recounted the day they cried “happy tears” when he was accepted as a police cadet.
Anthony Anderson
4 min read
July 6, 2023 – 4:26PM
Hundreds of police officers and dignitaries from all branches of emergency services have filed into Perth’s Optus Stadium for the funeral of Constable Anthony Woods.
The 28-year-old died in hospital on June 11, four days after he was allegedly run down and dragged by a car during an early morning vehicle stop in the inner-east Perth suburb of Ascot.
Mourners braved a chilly, overcast Perth morning as they waited to be let into the private service on Thursday, the facade of Optus Stadium illuminated in blue lights.
The coffin of Constable Woods leaving the service in an honour guard. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Although the forecast called for a high chance of rain, it graciously held off as uniformed officers, some donning their full dress uniform, entered the stadium.
Police commissioners from across the nation were in attendance.
Queensland Police Service also paid tribute to the fallen constable on social media.
“Today, we are thinking of our (WA Police) colleagues as they farewell Constable Woods. With Honour He Served,” it posted on Twitter on Thursday morning.
Members of the public gathered outside the stadium to watch the service on a big screen. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Even Anthony Albanese posted a tribute to Constable Woods ahead of the service.
“Like all police officers, Constable Woods knew the risks the job entailed, yet he bravely performed his duties, putting himself in harm’s way so others could be safe,” the Prime Minister said in a statement.
Representatives from the Australian Defence Force and St John Ambulance also headed inside as invited guests, joined by family and friends of the late Constable Woods.
Outside, members of the public gathered to watch the service in the BHP Amphitheatre, which features a large screen normally used for broadcasting whatever sporting event is taking place inside the venue at the time.
Those in attendance included WA Governor, former police commissioner, Chris Dawson, Police Commissioner Col Blanch, Premier Roger Cook and his Police Minister Paul Papalia, and Federal Opposition Leader and former Queensland police officer Peter Dutton.
Mr Albanese was represented by member for Swan Zaneta Mascarenhas, while WA’s National and Liberal parties were represented by Shane Love and Peter Collier respectively.
Eulogies during the service were delivered by Constable Woods’ brother Nathan, his mother Natalie, wife Emily, childhood mates, and colleagues from the Belmont Police Station, where the constable had been posted since December.
Nathan said his brother should have been the one speaking “in the limelight, in his element, making you smile”.
Constable Woods’ “infectious smile,” as his mother described it, continued to pop up in the eulogies.
“You may now have been able to live the longest life, but you lived a full one,” Nathan said.
Adolescent friends Max and Jacob fondly remembered their mate, known to them by his nickname “Fumbles”.
“He is someone who deserve better, and I’ll miss him every day,” Max said.
Constable Woods’ coffin being taken from the room ahead of his final trip to Karrakatta Cemetery. Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian/ Pool image
Belmont Police Station colleagues Shaun and James touched on “Woodsy’s” less-than-perfect driving ability and elicited laughs from the audience when they told of the time he accidentally “tasered the floor”.
But they also praised the quality of his police work.
Mum Natalie said in death her son “has been given angel wings and a golden heart”.
But perhaps most touching was the eulogy given by Constable Woods’ wife Emily.
“You cried all through our wedding vows while I was dry-eyed and professional, so I think it’s only fair that it’s my turn to cry in public,” she said.
She told the story of how they received the news Constable Woods had been accepted in the police cadet program while out grocery shopping and had held each other and cried happy tears in the middle of the store.
“We spent 95 per cent of the day doubled over in laughter, loving each other and planning our future,” Ms Woods said.
“Nothing in the world will replace the comfort and love you gave me.”
Emily Woods embraces WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch, alongside WA Governor and Mr Blanch’s predecessor, Chris Dawson. Picture: Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian/ Pool image
The service ended with the hundreds of police officers gathered forming an honour guard outside the stadium, where Mr Blanch radioed every officer statewide, calling on them to stand if they were able to have a minute’s silence for their fallen colleague.
Those driving were ordered to pull over, activate their emergency lights, and leave their vehicles for the minute.
Constable Woods’ body was taken to Karrakatta Cemetery, where he will be cremated.
The hearse was followed by mounted police units and bagpipe players as it made its way around the stadium. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
The funeral comes just a day after the man allegedly responsible for running down Constable Woods, Reagan Chown, fronted Perth’s Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court.
The 23-year-old appeared on a charge of murder, upgraded in the wake of Constable Woods’ death.
Mr Chown’s was adjourned until August 30 when he’ll appear on all charges relating to the alleged incident.
Police say Mr Chown was behind the wheel of a car that bore stolen number plates when it was pulled over by Constable Woods and his partner about 1am on June 8.
As the officers tried to apprehend three people in the vehicle, Mr Chown allegedly reversed over Constable Woods and dragged him some distance, causing him catastrophic injuries.
Other officers arrived and they had to lift the vehicle off Constable Woods and perform CPR until paramedics arrived.
Nathan Woods said his brother lived a full life. Picture: Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian
Mr Chown is the first person to be charged over the alleged killing of a WA police officer in the line of duty in 16 years since Constable Damien Murphy was run down by an unlicensed driver in 2007.
His killer was later jailed on a charge of manslaughter.
Constable Woods is the 88th WA Police officer to die in the line of duty.
A man who allegedly ran over and killed a West Australian police officer is now facing a murder charge.
Constable Anthony Woods, 28, died in hospital on Sunday night, four days after he was allegedly dragged under a car in Ascot in east Perth during an arrest.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the man in custody over the incident, Reagan Ainsley Chown, would have his charges upgraded.
On Tuesday, police revealed the 23-year-old had officially been charged with murder.
Mr Chown initially appeared in court on Friday and made no application for bail on a number of charges, including causing grievous bodily harm while trying to avoid arrest.
He appeared in court again on Tuesday via videolink from Hakea Prison on the murder charge. He did not apply for bail and will appear in Stirling Gardens Magistrate in July.
Flags were flown at half mast outside the WA Police headquarters and at police stations across WA on Monday.
WA Police officer Anthony Woods (left) with wife Emily
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch revealed on Monday that Constable Woods had just finished his probation prior to the tragic incident.
He described the young officer as someone who liked to joke with friends and colleagues at Belmont police station.
“We spoke about his cheeky grin and the pranks that he pulled,” Mr Blanch said.
“He had a bubbly personality, he was very personable, he was well loved by all.
“Anthony was a brave and dedicated police officer. You did your duty mate. We will remember.”
Mr Blanch said a full police funeral would be offered to Constable Woods’ family, who shared a tribute to the late officer on Monday.
In a statement, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered by the loss of their “dear Anthony”.
“He (Mr Woods) was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.
“We ask that you keep Anthony‘s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
On Sunday, WA Police said in a statement: “Constable Anthony Woods exemplified the values of the WA Police Force.
“His is memory will be forever etched in our hearts.
“We extend heartfelt condolences to Anthony’s family, colleagues and all those who knew and loved him.”
Constable Woods and his partners were following a vehicle with allegedly stolen plates about 1am on Thursday.
The vehicle came to a stop on Ascot Place before police approached the vehicle and the three people inside.
It is alleged the car suddenly reversed while police were dealing with the driver.
“He (Constable Woods) has subsequently been pinned by that vehicle,” Mr Blanch said.
“His partner then had a desperate few minutes to not only put three suspects into custody inside that vehicle but also try to save the life of his partner.”
Other officers arrived soon after and rushed to assist.
Police used a nearby resident’s car-jack to lift the car off Constable Woods before performing CPR.
Constable Woods was resuscitated before being rushed to hospital soon after in a critical condition.
Constable Woods’ death marks the 88th police officer in the state to die in the line of duty.
WA Premier Roger Cook took to social media to share his condolences to the force.
Deputy Commissioner Col Blanch said the car suddenly reversed while police were dealing with the driver.
“I am devastated by the horrific events that occurred last week resulting in the death of one of our police officers,” Mr Cook said.
“Actions like these are senseless – and going to work should be safe.
“I know I speak on behalf of everyone in WA, in sending our love and thoughts to Anthony’s family, friends and colleagues. His life was dedicated to making our state a safer place for West Australians.
“He is to be commended on his dedication and bravery.”
Perth Mayor Basil Zempilas said on Sunday the Council House would be lit blue to honour Constable Woods.
“We remember his bravery and mourn his loss,” Mr Zempilas said.
“Our deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
“Our city has lost a hero.”
City of Gosnells councillor and former police officer Glenn Dewhurst also paid his respects.
“Even though I have been out of the force for some time, it still hits home when one of your own loses their life,” he said.
“God bless you – your family and friends and your colleagues past and present.”
Police said the vehicle’s other two occupants, a 20-year-old woman and 25-year-old man, had been released pending further investigation.
Accused cop killer in court one day before Constable Anthony Woods’ funeral
The man accused of fatally running down a police officer made a brief appearance in court just a day before his alleged victim is farewelled.
Anthony Anderson
2 min read
July 5, 2023 – 1:14PM
The man accused of fatally running down a West Australian police officer has briefly appeared in court the day before his alleged victim is farewelled in a massive service.
Constable Anthony Woods will be honoured in a private funeral service at Optus Stadium on Thursday, expected to be attended by thousands of his fellow officers.
The 28-year-old’s life support was switched offfour days after suffering catastrophic injuries after allegedly being backed over and dragged by a car he and his partner had stopped in the inner-eastern Perth suburb of Ascot in the early hours of June 8.
The man allegedly behind the wheel of the vehicle, Reagan Ainsley Chown, had his case briefly heard in Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
The 23-year-old appeared via video link from Hakea Prison in his first appearance in Stirling Gardens following appearances in Perth Magistrates Court, where he had his charges upgraded to murder.
He’s also facing a number of drugs charges as well as reckless driving to escape pursuit by police and driver of a vehicle failed to comply with a direction to stop (circumstance of aggravation), which also relate to the June 8 incident.
His matter was adjourned to August 30 when all of his charges, including the count of murder, will be heard together.
During the fatal incident, Constable Woods and his partner had been trying to detain three people in the stopped vehicle, which allegedly bore stolen number plates, when it allegedly reversed and struck Constable Woods.
Other officers arrived and had to lift the car off the critically injured constable, performing CPR until paramedics arrived.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch previously spoke about visiting Constable Woods’ colleagues at Belmont Police Station in the days following his death.
“We spoke about his cheeky grin and the pranks that he pulled,” Mr Blanch said.
“He had a bubbly personality, he was very personable, he was well loved by all.
“Anthony was a brave and dedicated police officer. You did your duty mate. We will remember.”
In a statement following his death, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered by the loss of their “dear Anthony”.
“He (Mr Woods) was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.”
Mr Chown is the first person to be charged over the alleged killing of a WA police officer in the line of duty in 16 years since Constable Damien Murphy was run down by an unlicensed driver in 2007.
His killer was later jailed on a charge of manslaughter.
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As of 16 February 2024, the offenders Court matter, involved in our Blue Brothers Murder, has still not been finalised.
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Siblings: Anthony, Brooke & Nathan WOODS
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Part of Class 097 – one of these blokes being Brian KERFOOT.
Unknown event. One of these blokes being Brian KERFOOT.
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NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 100 or 101
NSW Police Cadet # 1784
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 11184
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Monday 13 August 1962 ( aged 16 years, 11 months, 5 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Tuesday 8 September 1964 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 0 days )
Constable – appointed 8 September 1965
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Senior Constable – appointed 8 September 1973
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Stations: As a Cadet: Traffic Office – Police Training Centre ( PTC )( 1964 )
As a Constable: ?, Bega, ?, Corryong, ?, Police Prosecutor ( Liverpool )( 22 Division )( 1976 /76 era ), ?
After leaving the Employ of NSWPF, he became the Publican of Corryong Hotel, Victoria about 1980 then publican of the Bank Hotel, Bega, NSW about 1985 / 86.
Service: From 13 August 1962to? ? ? = ? years Service
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Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted 2 March 1981 ( SenCon )
Born: Saturday 8 September 1945
Died on: Tuesday 2 May 2023 at home
Age: 77 years, 7 months, 24 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
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Funeral date: Wednesday 17 May 2023 @ 11am
Funeral location: Clavering Park Memorial Gardens & Crematorium, 428 Candelo – Wolumla Rd, Wolumla, NSW
SYDNEY: A youth, 18, shot, a Victorian detective three times with a .22 calibre rifle at Kyalite in July this year, Central Court was told yesterday.
Before the court was Mr Daniel Bernard Chapman, labourer, of Malvern, Victoria. He has been charged with the murder of Senior Detective Robert John Lane, at Kyalite on July 13 ( 1979 ).
A police prosecutor, Sergeant Paul Rixon, told the court that Mr Lane was murdered after interviewing Mr Chapman about a stolen car.
Mr Chapman told police that he had bought the car and that he had a receipt for it.
Sergeant Rixon said Senior Detective Lane accompanied Mr Chapman to his camping vehicle and when they entered, Senior Detective Lane was shot.
Sergeant Rixon said Mr Chapman shot another two bullets into the body and then dragged the body to a nearby pit and concealed it.
A police search later revealed the body, but Mr Chapman was not found until July 19 after an extensive search.
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Nick was a Sgt at Taree whilst I was at Forster. He also lived in Forster. Worked with him several times over the years. He did at one stage become President of the Forster RSL. He had the gift of the gab, and loved to talk on a microphone, so much so, that we used to say if there was one within cooeee of him he would end up on it. There was 1 time I will never forget. I was at a fatal accident out of town on the way to Taree, (driver had a medical episode) hit a tree in a paddock. I saw Nick stride over (on his way to work) and said, “Everything under control here Constable?” I replied that the driver was deceased and without hesitating, turned on his heels and started to walk away, saying “You can handle that, I better get to work.” He was one of a kind, good bloke. R I P Nick.
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TUBIE Peter William
20.04.1947 – 08.04.2023
Dearly loved and loving husband of Lyndelle.
Peacefully slipped away in her arms at home.
Loved father of Rebecca and John.
Brother of Janet, Margaret, and Daryl.
Revered stepfather of Ben, Tim, Angela, and Mark.
Doting pop to 11 grandchildren.
To know him was to love him,
Sweet is the peace that ends all pain.
Family and friends of Peter are warmly invited to attend the celebration of his life which will take place at the Lester & Son Chapel, 49 Thomas Mitchell Dr, Wodonga on Monday 24th of April 2023 commencing at 11am. Following the service, the cortege will leave for the Howlong Cemetery, Ashford Rd, Howlong for burial.
No flowers by request, donations can be made to the Border Cancer Centre Trust at awcancertrust.org.au/donate-online
If you wish to view the service live, please visit lesterandson.com.au/funeral-notices
Peter TUBIE with Lyndelle TUBIE
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( 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: Alan Pearce Funerals, Tuncurry, NSW 02 6554 5433
Buried at: ?
Grave Location: Plot: ? Section: ?
Grave GPS: ?, ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( May 2023 )
STEPHEN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
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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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NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 042
Class 042 Started at Redfern Academy on Monday 18 July 1955 & were Sworn In on Monday 29 August 1955.
Alan was a Cadet and actually started at the Academy 2 years earlier – possibly with a Class at Penrith Police College.
NSW Police Cadet # 1049
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 8195
Uniform # 3834
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Monday 14 January 1953 ( aged 16 years, 4 months, 1 day )
Probationary Constable- appointed Tuesday 13 September 1955 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 0 days )
Constable – appointed 13 September 1956
Constable 1st Class – appointed 13 September 1961
Detective – appointed 3 November 1962 ( YES )
Senior Constable – appointed 13 September 1966
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 19 January 1972
Was Appointed as a Special Constable for the State of Queensland.
Final Rank: = Detective Sergeant 3rd Class
Stations: As a Police Cadet: C.I.Branch – M.O. Section ( 14 May 1953 ),Regent St ( 2 Division )( 2 November 1953 ), Records Branch ( 20 Division )( 22 March 1954 ), Liverpool ( 22 Division )( Cadet )( 17 May 1954 ), 28 June 1954 is transferred to Newcastle Police Station, Phillip St ( 4 Division )( Traffic )( 4 July 1955 )
As a Sworn Member: Burwood ( 9 Division ) GDs ( 26 September 1955 – 16 October 1955 ), Strathfield ( 9 Division )( GDs )( 17 October 1955 – 3 July 1957 ), C.I. Branch ( Temporary )( 4 July 1957 – 1 September 1957 ), C.I. Branch ( Permanent ) ( 2 September 1957 – 4 March 1959 ), Casino ( North Coast District )( General Duties ) ( 5 March 1959 – 2 November 1959 ), Grafton ( C.I. Duties )( Probation )( 3 November 1959 – 2 May 1960 ), Grafton ( C.I. Duties )( Permanent )( 3 May 1960 – 15 October 1963 ), Regent St ( Detectives )( 16 October 1963 – 2 August 1964 ), Burwood ( Detectives )( 3 August 1964 – 16 March 1965 ), North Coast District – West Kempsey ( C.I. Duties )( 17 March 1965 – 1968 ), R District ( Newcastle )( 1969 ), ?, Inverell ( 1971 – )( DetSenCon – Det Sgt 3/c ) – Disengagement ( Resigned )
Service: From 14 January 1953 to27 May 1978 ( Resigned ) = 25 years, 4 months, 13 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 41 years, 8 months, 14 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 44 years, 10 months, 20 days
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
whoever: Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal – granted 20 February 1978
Commendation recorded upon his Service Register:
Commended for the part played by him in the search for Kevin John SIMMONDS and Leslie Allan NEWCOMBE who escaped from the State Penitentiary, Long Bay, on the 9th October 1959.
( 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 )
Inverell Police Station staff in 1971 Rear Row ( L – R ) ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ? Front Row ( L – R ) ?, Alan BROWN # 8195 , ?, ?, ?, ?, ?
Community Connect – the newsletter of Ballina Shire Council October 2012
Upon entering the employ of the NSWPF – Alan was described thus:
Foot Patrol
5′ 9″ tall, ( Cadet ) 5′ 9.5″ ( ProCst )
10 st 13 lb in weight ( Cadet ) 12 st 9.5 lb ( ProCst )
Hazel eyes, Fair hair, Medium complexion.
Native of Guildford, NSW
Was Single but married on the 11 April 1957.
Prior calling was a Shop Assistant for 2 weeks and a Pen Mechanic for 2 months. ( what was a “Pen” mechanic? )
He holds the School Intermediate Certificate.
He attained a Shorthand speed of 100 wpm on the 1 July 1956.
He attained a mark of 86.5% at the completion of Training Class # 47 ( although my records have him in Class 42 )
Alan Passed his Cst 1/c exam on 24 June 1958
He failed his Sgt 3/c exam twice ( 17 May 1968 & 16 May 1969 ) but passed on 15 May 1970.
He sat the Sgt 1/c exam twice but failed on 14 May 1974 & 13 May 1975. He did not attain that rank.
He sat and passed his Detectives examination on the 16 – 17 October 1962.
He was certified as completing his motor vehicle drivers course on the 4 January 1956 and was also certified to ride solo Police motor cycles on the 24 November 1955.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 7 January 1972 (No.1), page 30
PUBLIC HOSPITALS ACT, 1929, AS AMENDED
I, Sir Arthur Roden Cutler, Governor of the State of New South Wales, do, by this my Order, upon the recommendation of The Hospitals Commission of New South Wales, and with the advice of the Executive Council of the said State, accept the resignation of Mr B. T. Sykes as a Director of The Inverell District Hospital and appoint Mr Alan John Brown, detective-sergeant, 4 Rivers Street, Inverell, in pursuance of section 25 of the Public Hospitals Act, 1929, as amended, to hold office in his stead.
Dated this 22nd day of December, 1971.
A. R. CUTLER, Governor. (26S4) A. H. JAGO, Minister for Health.
Elwyn Thomas McDougall, 22, labourer, was sentenced at Newcastle Court yesterday to one month‘s imprisonment for having unlawfully assaulted Police Cadet Alan John Brown, in Newcastle on Saturday.
Constable R. Gaudion said Cadet Brown was walking along Hunter-street when McDougall and another man stepped across his path and asked him whether he wanted to fight.
Cadet Brown replied that he did not, and went to walk away, when McDougall hit him in the nose.
McDougall was arrested 15 minutes later.
The police prosecutor ( Sergeant Lithgow ) said McDougall had previous convictions for larceny and breaking, entering and stealing.
After Mr. Hardwicke, SM., had sentenced McDougall, McDougall asked the Magistrate whether he could have a fine. Mr. Hardwicke said: “Because of the way you conduct yourself in the street, you will have to learn a lesson.”
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.
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 )
Funeral location: ?
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.
( 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 )
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 )
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 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.
Sergeants Course 2 / 1980 ( Class 3 )14 April 1980 – 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.
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.
Maroubra Detectives c1979
Back Row: ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, Alan RUDD
