Today was the last day for one of our much loved and long serving officers, Senior Constable Wayne GOUGH, who is retiring after 31 years of service.
Senior Constable GOUGH served all of his career in the Hunter Region after joining the NSW Police Force as a trainee in 1987.
His ongoing legacy remains with both of his sons, who currently serve as NSW Police Officers, and also as Senior Constables.
We wish him well in retirement and thank him for his commitment and service he provided to the community over the past 31 years.
Wayne ( centre ) with his two Serving sons.
Wayne ( centre ) with his two Serving sons and grandsons.
Leaving Newcastle Police Station for the last time.
Leaving Newcastle Police Station for the last time.
Fair Well salute
the final, Police, ride
With family & friends
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Updated 5 August 2025 with Class photo and associated links.
Denis Robert WARE
29/11/2024
Denis Robert WARE
AKA Denis WARE
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Late of ?
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“possible” relation in ‘the job‘: ?
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – 1st Employment: Class # 086A
2nd Employment: Class # 104
New South Wales Police Force
Rejoinee
( 1st Employment ) Regd. # 98** – 99**
1st Class to ever be Sworn In whilst wearing Summer Uniform. Also had the shortest Initial Training of 1 month. Sworn In on Monday. Started work at their stations on Tuesday.
( 2nd Employment ) Regd. # 11542
Rank ( 1st Employment ): Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 27 February 1961 ( aged 23 years, 3 months, 6 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed 27 March 1961 ( aged
Constable – appointed? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed? ? ?
Final Rank ( 1st Employment ): = ?
Stations ( 1st Employment ): ?, – Resignation
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police ( 1st Employment ): From: 27 February 1961 to ? ? ? = ? years,
Service ( From Training Date ) period ( 1st Employment ): From 27 February 1961 to ? ? ? = ? years, Service
Retirement / Leaving age ( 1st Employment ): = ?
Time in Retirement from Police ( 1st Employment ): ?
Rank ( 2nd Employment ): Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 16 August 1965 ( aged 27 years, 8 months, 26 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable – appointed 17 October 1965
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Final Rank ( 2nd Employment ): = Detective Constable 1st Class
On 2 October, 1970 Detective Constable Ware was part of a specially formed squad attempting to apprehend an armed and dangerous rapist who had been operating in the Sutherland area.
A decoy car was set up at Loftus Oval with a number of police both inside it and surrounding it in the darkness. During the stakeout one of the police could not be contacted on his portable radio and when the decoy vehicle left the oval for a short time Detective Ware went to find out what had happened.
As he neared the man with the faulty radio he was mistaken for the rapist and shot. Detective Ware had not answered when challenged and almost walked over the man on the ground. Visibility and conditions were extremely poor at the time. The detective constable was conveyed to the Sutherland District Hospital where he died a short time later.
The constable was born in 1937 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 16 August, 1965.
From the 3 October 1970 until 12 October 1970, Detective Constable 1st Class Jan. ( John ) STANIOCH ( # 11333 ) was on loan to the “Revesby Rapist Task Force” to replace Detective Denis WARE.
Denis initially joined the NSW Police Force on 27 February 1961 and after Resigning, re-joined again on the 16 August 1965.
Canberra Times (ACT : 1926 – 1995),
Tuesday 6 October 1970, page 13
Detective killing: police are silent
SYDNEY, Monday. — A high-level inquiry into the fatal shooting of a young detective continued today, but senior officers refused to say what progress had been made.
Detective Constable Denis Robert Ware, 24, a special duties officer, of Sutherland police station, was shot dead during a “stake-out” last Friday night.
It is believed Detective Ware was shot by another detective who had seen movement in the bushes, where Ware was hiding.
Surrounding ‘decoy’ car
The police were surrounding a “decoy” car in bush land in an attempt to catch a rapist who has recently attacked courting couples in the area.
A young policeman and a policewoman sat in the decoy car pretending to be lovers.
A CIB riot squad detective with an automatic pump-action shotgun crouched behind them in the back seat.
Within minutes of the shooting Police Commissioner Allan had ordered CIB Superintendent Lendrum to the scene to start an immediate investigation.
Today the investigation was still continuing under Detective Inspector W. G. Clyne.
Detective Constable Denis Robert Ware was buried at Woronora Cemetery today.
Detective Ware died last Friday night during a police attempt to catch a rapist at Loftus in a lover’s lane, known as “Mad Mile”.
A police officer fired three shots, one of which hit Detective Ware in the chest.
A departmental inquiry is under way and a coroner’s court hearing is to be conducted.
The Police Commissioner, Mr Allan, the Metropolitan Superintendent, Mr. E. Lynch, and the chief of the CIB, Detective Superintendent R. Lendrum, were among those at the funeral.
Many of Detective Ware’s police friends and private friends attended.
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Relations in ‘the job’: Son to Jan DENING nee MAGRIN – NSWPF # 8844499 – GSO at Broken Hill ( c1995 )
Step-son to Bob DENING, NSWPF # 14933 of Broken Hill ( c1995 )
“possible” relation in ‘the job‘: ?
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 259E
This Class Attested at the Sydney Opera House
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 29590
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Sunday 21 August 1994 ( aged 18 years, 10 months, 19 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed Friday 17 February 1995 ( aged 19 years, 4 months, 15 days
Constable – appointed 8 December 1996
Constable 1st Class – appointed ( N/A )
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 19 December 2002
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Final Rank: = Senior Constable
Stations: Bankstown ( 19 Division )( GDs )( ProCst )( 16 Feb 1995- 20 May 1995 ), Liverpool GDs ( ProCst )( 22 Division )( 21 May 1995 – 6 April 1996 ), Barrier Region – Dareton ( GDs )( 7 April 1996 – 30 June 1997 ), Southern Region – Deniliquin – Dareton ( 1 July 1997 – 15 April 2000 ), Far South Coast – Moruya ( 16 April 2000 – 17 August 2002 ), Batemans Bay ( GDs )( 18 August 2002 – 15 Feb 2003 ), Far South Coast – ( TAG )( Target Action Group )( 16 Feb 2003 – 24 Feb 2007 ), South Region – Bermagui ( GDs )( 25 Feb 2007 – 15 Oct 2011 ), Lismore ( GDs)( Team 1 )( Richmond Police District )( 16 Oct 2011 – 10 Dec 2020 ) – Resignation
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From: 21 August 1994 to 11 December 2020 ( Resigned ) = 26 years, 3 months, 20 days
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From 21 August 1994to11 December 2020 ( Resigned ) = 26 years, 3 months, 20 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 45 years, 2 months, 9 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 3 years, 11 months, 3 days
Awards: No Find on the Australian Honours system – however
Commander’s Commendation – Officer has been Commended for his Discipline, Professionalism & Bravery displayed in a dangerous situation – granted 30 January 2000
Complimentary Remark – Officer recognised for being able to recognise an offender from just a description – granted 2 July 2002
Commander’s Commendation – In recognition of Professionalism, efficient response and rapid deployment to the murder scene of David McKEEVER – granted 12 May 2005
NSW Police Medal – granted 30 November 2005
Complimentary Remark: thank you letter from the Pearce family concerning the assistance given by a group of officers in relation to an out of control party at Surf Beach – recorded 20 January 2006
Commander’s Commendation: Professionalism and courage in the successful rescue of a male person in danger of drowning in rough seas at Bermagui on 16 February 2010
Acknowledgement of Good Police work – recorded 20 February 2010
1st Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 28 July 2011
National Medal – granted 15 August 2011
Unit Citation 2014 – Richmond OSG Unit Citation granted 29 October 2014
National Police Service Medal – granted 12 April 2016
2nd Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 14 April 2016
COP Customers Service Excellence Award – Letter to SenCon Magrin relation to 100% score achieved in 2015 – 2016 – Mystery Shopper series. Presented to SenCon Magrin by Insp Johnston – 3 June 2016
Premier’s Bushfire Citation – granted 4 May 2021
3rd Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 27 July 2021
Australian Citizen Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Marine Drive
Sahidul Islam, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar
Publish: Thursday, November 14, 2024 07:50 PM
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Ukhiya (Cox’s Baza) NOV 14, V7N- An Australian national has died in a motorcycle accident on the Marine Drive road in Teknaf, near the Belli Hatchery area in Cox’s Bazar.
The deceased has been identified as Magrin, Daniel Paul (49). The information was confirmed by Officer-in-Charge (OC) Arif Hossain of Ukhiya Police Station. ( Bangladesh )
According to local sources, the accident occurred on Thursday, November 14, around 4:30 PM at a location called Madhya Nidanir, near the Belli Hatchery on the Marine Drive road adjacent to Inani, Ukhiya. Magrin, Daniel Paul died at the scene of the motorcycle crash.
Upon receiving the news, the Inani police station team arrived at the scene, recovered the body, and prepared a preliminary report. The body is now being sent to Cox’s Bazar General Hospital for further examination.
Australian tourist killed in road accident on Cox’s Bazar Marine Drive
An Australian tourist was killed in a road accident on the Marine Drive of Cox’s Bazar last evening.
Magrin Daniel Paul, 49, a resident of Sydney, Australia, came to Cox’s Bazar four days ago, said Arif Hossain officer-in-charge (OC) of Ukhiya Police Station.
The accident occurred when the Australian citizen lost control over his rented bike and hit a roadside tree at Sonarpara area on the Marine Drive in Ukhiya upazila, he added.
He died on the spot, the OC said, adding that the Australian Embassy in Dhaka was informed about his death.
He was returning possibly from Inani beach, he added.
His body was sent to Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital. He was staying at the Modern Resort in Kolatoli.
Dramatic rescue: man found dangling from cliff face
A 60-year-old Byron Bay local was sighted with one foot on a rock ledge, holding on to grass.
By Amber.gibson
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February 2, 2019 – 12:58PM
A LOCAL 60-year-old Byron Bay man was rescued from a cliff face after being swept onto the rocks by a wave whilst riding a surf ski this morning.
Tweed Byron Police District Sergeant Daniel Magrin who was the officer on scene said the police were notified at 9am that a man had been sighted hanging from the cliff face between The Pass and Wategos beach.
After being washed to the shore on his surf ski, the man attempted to climb up the cliff face to reach the path above but got stuck about 50ft above the waters edge trying to hold on to grass with one foot on a rock ledge.
NSW Police, Ambulance and Fire and Rescue services attended alongside NSW Volunteer Rescue Association (VRA) who sent volunteers from the vertical rescue service to winch the man from the cliff down to the ground.
While waiting for the VRA crew to arrive, Fire and Rescue crew threw a rope and a safety lanyard down to secure the man from falling.
Apart from minor abrasions the man was uninjured.
“I would just like to thank everyone involved in the rescue, for the great team effort among services, it came to a great conclusion,” Sergeant Magrin said.
AN 18-year-old Lismore man has been refused bail and been remanded in custody after allegedly assaulting security, a bystander, and police.
By Mjohnston
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April 28, 2014 – 5:41AM
AN 18-year-old Lismore man has been refused bail and been remanded in custody after allegedly refusing to leave a licensed premise in Lismore, then head butting an elderly man, before assaulting police as they arrested him.
Just before 11pm on Saturday night a young man was refused entry to a licenced premises in Lismore, Senior Constable Dan Magrin of RichmondLocal Area Command said.
This man then became aggressive towards staff and security and refused to leave an area.
He allegedly assaulted a security guard before walking across the road to a 65-year-old bystander who was not involved in the incident, police said.
The 18-year-old man then allegedly head butted the elderly man in the face, causing the victim to fall backwards and hit his head on the pavement.
The elderly man suffered a suspected broken nose and lacerations to the back of the head. He was taken to Lismore Base Hospital.
The man was then detained by security officers until police arrived. Police said they found the man still struggling.
Once police officer restrained and handcuffed him. Police say they then placed the man in the back of the police car, where they removed the handcuffs.
The 18-year-old then allegedly punched a police officer in the jaw.
The man was taken to Lismore Police Station, where he was charged with offences, including assault occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault, assaulting police, resisting police, and failure to leave licensed premises.
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Australian actor best known for the films Stone and You Can’t See ’round Corners has died.
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Australian actor Ken Shorter, best known for the films Stone and You Can’t See ’round Corners has died.
He played the lead in 1969’s You Can’t See ’round Corners and the title role in 1974 bikie film Stone, made at the start of the revival of the Australian film industry. The day after the film launched it was slammed by the newspaper critics but picked up by Greater Union to screen in cinemas to huge audiences. Documentary Stone Forever was released in 1999 to mark 25 years since its impact.
Television credits included Skippy, Boney, Riptide, Bellbird, The Adventures of Seaspray, Play School, Number 96, Matlock Police, Homicide, Division 4, Ripping Yarns, GP.
He also featured in UK dramas Persuasion, Casualty, The Bill and Holby City.
Vale Ken Shorter, Australian actor who worked across stage + screen since the 1960s. Known for roles in iconic film + TV productions including You Can’t See ‘Round Corners (1967/69) and Stone (1974) plus guest roles in everything from Play School to Number 96. Lovely bloke pic.twitter.com/RaM8dDaa40
In “You can’t see around corners”, for a kissing scene, the director told him to put his hand slightly up Rowena Wallace’s dress. She did not know this was going to happen so her reaction was real.
She told me this when I was driving her to an event a few years ago. After telling me this story she laughed and said “cheeky bugger”.
I have just heard of the passing of Ken Shorter, leading Australian actor and universally known and respected.
Many may not know but Ken joined the Police in 1962 and spent a few years in the job.
He was in my class and I can still recall the look on Instructor Ben Halls’s face and the language, when Ken lined up the first day fitted with bowler hat and cane.
Ken was one of the fittest men I have known.
During the slog around Centennial Park he would run ahead of the group, turn and run backwards, calling on Ben Hall to catch up.
Ken was a born actor and entertainer and would often break out into Shakespeare or play some actor role.
Rumour has it that Ken once turned up to work the truck armed with his guitar.
Ken Shorter, 22-year-old star of ‘You Can’t See Round Corners’, proved yesterday that he is not only an actor; he has a great deal of patience, too.
At Canberra airport, in hot sunshine and wearing a black leather jacket and cap, he went through a television interview three times.
Brushing off the flies, he said he liked any kind of part. Singing and dancing lessons (pause for soft-shoe shuffle) would help fit him for any kind of role in Hollywood. He was not worried about getting a contract in the US, but he wanted to be sure of getting acting parts as well.
Two hours later he was answering the same questions good-humouredly in a department store.
Away from the TV camera and lunchtime shoppers he attributed his patience to the five years he spent in the police force.
Success of film
“That really taught me how to deal with people”, Mr Shorter said.
He did not think the film would be a great success in the US. “There’s quite a lot of violence in it and, because of the way Kennedy and Dr King died, I think they are chopping violence out of their films now”, he said.
On Australian films he said, “They should be true. This morning I was in Red Hill and there were hundreds of butterflies. You wouldn’t see them in Sydney but they are a part of Canberra. Think how they would look in a film to people who don’t ever see them in cities”.
There were two things in Canberra which the actor / ex-policeman / ex-truck driver particularly wanted to see. They were the Leonard French paintings at Civic and the Leonard French stained – glass panels at the National Library.
“Marvellous”, he said, and whisked away to see them.
Legendary Australian actor Ken Shorter died in Sydney earlier this month aged 79.
No cause of death was given and it is believed he was in declining health for several years, after retiring from acting in 2018.
The veteran performer played the title character in the iconic 1974 Australian biker gang movie Stone, which is regarded as an influence on Mad Max.
He also appeared alongside Mick Jagger in the 1970 film Ned Kelly and played a role in the Hollywood movie Dragonheart: A New Beginning.
Australian TV writer Nigel Giles confirmed the heartbreaking news on social media: ‘Vale Ken Shorter, Australian actor who worked across stage and screen since the 1960s.
‘Known for roles in iconic film and TV productions including You Can’t See ‘Round Corners and Stone, plus guest roles in everything from Play School to Number 96. Lovely bloke.’
Born Kenneth Shorter in Sydney in 1946, he originally worked as a police officer and truck driver in the late 60s.
However, he soon realised his real passion was performing and he became an actor and went on to star in some of Australia’s most renowned productions.
Legendary Australian actor Ken Shorter died in Sydney earlier this month aged 79. Pictured in the 1974 movie Stone
The veteran performer played the title character in the iconic 1974 Australian biker gang movie Stone, which is seen as an influence on later movies such as Mad Max
He began his career as a presenter on the iconic Aussie children’s show Play School in 1969, before moving into films.
His other performances include roles in Skippy the Bush Kangaroo and the 1981 American fantasy movie Dragonslayer.
He also lived in England for several years and while there appeared in shows such as The Bill, Casualty and Persuasion.
Ken was an extremely private person who rarely spoke to the media and little is known about his personal life, including whether he was married or had children.
Melbourne, Australia
Sad loss. This movie although controversial in it’s day was ground breaking. If you haven’t seen the movie Stone but like biker action movies with a twist, make sure you watch it. Some great Cinematography of Sydney in the 1970’s.
Brisbane, Australia
And also the stunt rider riding off an 80 foot cliff which was then a world record. A fabulous movie filled with great characters and definitely a brilliant piece of Australian movie history.
Level Crossing, Australia
Stone was responsible for the popularity and sales of Kawasaki 900s in Australia at the time. Their higher capacity and engineering took the trophy from the Honda 750 Four. Both the movie and the motorcycles are classics! RIP Ken Shorter.
Brisbane, Australia
“ride at the back of the pack and keep your spanners off our moles” A very Australian biker movie.
Brisbane, Australia
His mother was my drama teacher in high school during the late 70’s.
Sydney, Australia
He was a star in an iconic Aussie movie and it’s a pity that he didn’t hit the big time afterwards. Vale Ken, you made an impression on me when I was 21.
Shorter with Zelma Porteous in Newtown Hotel in 1967. (Fairfax Media)
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Class 146 – Redfern Police Academy. Sworn In on Monday 10 March 1975. They didn’t have a March Out because the Parade ground was flooded. They were Sworn In in one of the Class rooms. Martin BETCHER ( Back Row, 2nd from left )
Phillip Thomas OSWALD AKA Phil OSWALD Nickname: Ozzie Oswald 2017
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Phil is survived by one son – Christopher but unfortunately Phil’s wife is suffering from alzheimers and unaware of their families loss.
Our deepest condolence to Chris, family and friends.
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Always a valued member of our specialist teams and will forever remain so. Brian’s contributions ideas and initiatives improved our operations immensely. A gentleman and thoughtful and considerate friend to many. RIP Brian.
Vince Ovijach
My sincere heart felt condolences to Brian’s family and close friends. Gone way too soon. Having worked with Brian in the 1990’s I will always remember his professionalism and genius when it came to anything technical. He was a mentor to me and others in the team and I learnt much from him. Always smiling, laughing and happy is how remember him. Always willing to help and teach passing on his knowledge. RIP Brian.
It is with much sadness that I announce the passing of former NSW Correctional Officer, Brian Hamel.
Brian put up a long and heroic battle with cancer, however, he eventually succumbed.
Brian spent a great deal of time in the then Correction Training Unit, at Windsor. He later joined the police force and was stationed at Maroubra.
Brian was a highly respected officer, and he will greatly be missed by all those with whom he worked.
Condolences to family and friends.
Rest in Peace.
PLEASE NOTE
Brian Hamel’s funeral will be held Wednesday November 6th 2:30 at Innes Gardens Port Macquarie then Flynns Beach surf club for the wake.
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Formerly of Nelson Bay, NSW – Late of Gold Coast, Qld
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NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 228
New South Wales Police Force
ProCst # 98551
Regd. # 24114
Uniform # 1404
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 18 May 1987 ( aged 20 years, 1 month, 17 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed 7 August 1987 ( aged 20 years, 1 month, 17 days )
Constable – appointed 7 August 1988
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: = Senior Constable
Stations: Kings Cross GDs ( 3 Division )( 8 August 1987 – 7 August 1988 ), Sydney District Court – Security ( 7 August 1988 – February 1989 ), Kings Cross GDs ( February 1989 – 23 June 1989 ), Nelson Bay ( 24 June 1989 – ? ), Raymond Terrace ( GDs ), Muswellbrook ( GDs )(15 March 1992 – 10 April 1996 ), Newcastle VKG 3, Broken Hill ( GDs )( 11 April 1996 – Retirement ( H.O.D. ) – 21 July 1996 )
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From: 18 May 1987 to 21 July 1996 = 9 years, 2 months, 3 days
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From 18 May 1987to 21 July 1996 = 9 years, 2 months, 3 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 29 years, 3 months, 20 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 28 years, 3 months, 10 days
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Commissioners Bravery Medal – pursuit of fleeing felon at Raymond Terrace ( Off Duty ) – resulting in Bruce jumping a fence and smashing his ankle on the other side of the fence.
Born: Sunday 1 April 1967 ( April Fools Day ) in Wollongong, NSW
Died on: Thursday 31 October 2024 surrounded by family ( Halloween )
Age: 57 years, 6 months, 30 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause:
Stemming from this H.O.D. injury, he suffered many corrective surgeries but contracted a Staphylococcus & Sepsis infection resulting in Myocarditis severely damaging his heart & heart valves.
This, in turn, caused his kidneys to fail.
Renal failure
Event location: Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast, Qld
Event / Diagnosis date: 1990s
Funeral date: Saturday 9 November 2024 @ 10.30am
Funeral location: France Family Funerals, 45 Stockton St, Nelson Bay, NSW
Bruce, at the age of 17, was also a Recruit at Bardia Barracks, Ingleburn, NSW ( Army ) in 1984.
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Deepest condolences to Laurie’s wife, family and friends.
Commissioner Andrew Scipione & Laurence David HAYNES
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In “You can’t see around corners”, for a kissing scene, the director told him to put his hand slightly up Rowena Wallace’s dress. She did not know this was going to happen so her reaction was real.
She told me this when I was driving her to an event a few years ago. After telling me this story she laughed and said “cheeky bugger”.