Rex James ANDERSON

father of Bryson, NSWPF # 23020

Late of  Baulkham Hills

NSW Police Cadet # 1149

New South Wales Police Force

Regd. #  8681

Rank:  NSW Police Cadet – commenced Friday 28 January 1955 ( aged 16 years, 8 months, 4 days )

Probationary Constable – appointed Friday 24 May 1957 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 0 days )

Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 June 1973

Detective Superintendent – appointed 30 March 1988

Stations: ?, Castle Hill ( 1986 ), Merrylands ( 26 Division ), Region North West – Retirement

Service:  From  28 January 1955  to  2 July 1993 = 38 years, 5 months, 4 days Service

Age at Retirement:  55 years, 1 month, 8 days

Years in Retirement:  24 years, 0 months, 25 days

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NASHOS

Service name:                     Army

Service number:                2137592

Rank:                                   Temporary Captain

Saw Service in:                  Vietnam & PNG

Date of birth:                      24 May 1938

Place of birth:                    Sydney, NSW

Date of intake:                  ?

NS Training:                      ?

Follow Up Training:        ?

Basic Training:                 ?

Next of Kin:                       ?

Medals:                               Commendation for Distinguished Service – granted 3 June 1998. End of Ware List Special Gazette 1998 ( Lieutenant )

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Police Awards:  National Medal – granted 4 November 1992 ( Supt )

Born:  Tuesday 24 May 1938

Died on:  Thursday  27 July 2017 in Hospital

Age:  79 years, 2 months, 3 days

Cause:  ?

Event location:   ?

Event date:  Thursday  27 July 2017

Funeral date:  Wednesday  2 August 2017 @ 11am

Funeral location:  St Michael’s Catholic Church, 1 Chapel Lane, Baulkham Hills

Buried at:  Castlebrook Memorial Park Cemetery, 712 Windsor Rd, Rouse Hill

 Memorial located at:  ?

REX is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance  *NEED MORE INFO

 Funeral location:  TBA

FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.

PLEASE SEND PHOTOS AND INFORMATION TO Cal

May they forever Rest In Peace

Superintendent Rex James Anderson (Retired)

Late of Baulkham Hills.

Dearly beloved husband of Shirley. Loved father and father-in-law of Warwick and Alana, Damian and Jenny, Bryson and Donna. Cherished grandfather and great grandfather to their children. Will also be sadly missed by all his extended family and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial for the life of Rex will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1 Chapel Lane, Baulkham Hills on Wednesday 2nd August, 2017 commencing at 11:00am.  Following the service the cortege will proceed to Castlebrook Memorial Park Cemetery, 712 Windsor Road, Rouse Hill.

In lieu of flowers donations to NSW Police Legacy would be appreciated.

A Mass of Christian Burial for the life of Rex will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1 Chapel Lane, Baulkham Hills

Wednesday 2nd August, 2017 commencing at 11:00am.

Following the service the cortege will proceed to Castlebrook Memorial Park Cemetery, 712 Windsor Road, Rouse Hill.

http://www.hillsfamilyfunerals.com.au/tribute/superintendant-rex-james-anderson-retired/

VALE

2137592 CAPT Rex James Anderson
24 May 1938 – 27 July 2017
Aged 79 Years

It is with deep regret that I inform you of the passing of
2137592 CAPT Rex James Anderson
on Thursday 27 July 2017.

Rex was called up for National Service in the late 1950’s and
after his initial training was enlisted into the CMF for two
years obligatory service. Rex served in 2 Div MP Coy and in
1970 he was seconded into the ARA as a specialist investigator
with the then SIB. Rex was sent to Vietnam with the SIB on
3 Dec 1970 till 2 Dec 1971. At the end of his secondment, Rex
returned to the NSW Police Force where he served until his
retirement as a Superintendent. Rex was a staunch member
of the MPAA and a strong supporter.

Rex was a thorough gentleman who was always willing to nurture,
advise and guide young investigators and to lend a helping hand
wherever required. He will be sadly missed.

LEST WE FORGET

Ronald Wayne KING

Late of Boronia House, North St Marys, NSW

New South Wales Police Force

Redfern Police Academy Class 105

Regd. #  11712

Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 1 November 1965

Constable – appointed 1 November 1966

Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?

Senior Constable – appointed 1 November 1974

Sergeant – appointed 30 June 1981

Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 1 July 1987

Retirement

Final Rank:  ?

Stations: ?, Redfern Police Academy – Drill, Weapons & Special Training Section ( 1960’s – 70’s ), Parramatta ( 18 Division ) – Retirement

Service:  From  ? ? pre November 1965?  to  4 April 1991 = 25+ years Service

Age at Retirement:  54 years, 11 months, 30 days

Time in Retirement:  26 years, 3 months, 26 days

Awards: There are two Ronald Wayne KING’s on It’s An Honour website; One being a Warrant Officer Class 2, the other being a Policeman.  I don’t know if Ron was still a Serving Member of the Army during his Policing career.

National Medal – granted either 22 August 1980 ( Warrant Officer Class 2 ) or 15 April 1981 ( SenCon )

1st Clasp to National Medal – granted either 17 September 1980 ( Warrant Officer Class 2 ) or 27 November 1990 ( Sgt )

2nd Clasp to National Medal

3rd Clasp to National Medal

Police Overseas Service Medal – Clasp CYPRUS – granted 8 July 1992 ( Cst 1/c )

National Police Service Medal – presented 8 December 2016

Army:  Infantry Combat Badge ( ICB )

General Service Medal – 1962 – Clasp – South Vietnam

General Service Medal – Year ? – Borneo Bar  ( Served as a Commando )

Born:  Sunday  5 April 1936

Died on:  Sunday  30 July 2017 during the evening

Age:  81 years, 3 months, 25 days

Cause:  Natural causes

Event location:  Boronia House, St Marys, NSW

Event date:  Sunday  30 July 2017

Funeral date:  Monday  7 August 2017 @ 1pm

Funeral location:  Pinegrove Memorial Park Northern Chapel, Kington Street Minchinbury, NSW

Buried at:  Memories Garden, Pinegrove Memorial Park, Minchinbury, NSW

 Memorial located at:  ?

RON is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance  *NEED MORE INFO

 Funeral location:  [codepeople-post-map]

FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.

PLEASE SEND PHOTOS AND INFORMATION TO Cal

May they forever Rest In Peace

Funeral pamphlet

Owen Timothy HARMS  APM

aka  Harmsy

Late of  ?

Queensland Police Force

Regd. #  6052

Rank:  Sergeant ? – Former member

Stations: ?, Mt Isa ( 4 years ), Gladstone Police District, O.I.C. – Miriam Vale ( past 20 years ), Rockhampton

Service:  From  ? ? ?  to  1 August 2017 = 33+ years Service

Awards:  Australian Police Medal – APM – granted 14 June 1999

National Medal – granted 27 February 2001

Two Commissioner Certificates

Multiple Citizen of the Year Awards

Born:  19 October 1966

Died on:  Tuesday  1 August 2017

Age:  50

Cause:  Suicided by ?

Event location:   ?

Event date:  Tuesday  1 August 2017

Funeral date:  8 August 2017

Funeral location:  ? TBA

Buried at:  ?

 Memorial located at:  ?

Owen  is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance   *BUT SHOULD BE

 

 Funeral location:  TBA

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FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.

PLEASE SEND PHOTOS AND INFORMATION TO Cal

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In memoriam: Sergeant Owen Timothy HARMS APM, Queensland Police Service, died on 1st August 2017

In addition to Australia Police Medal and National Medal, Sergeant Owen Harms received a Certificate of Merit from The Royal Humane Society of Australasia. He was later also presented with an award and recognition for his diligence, ethical conduct and commitment to his community.

His passing is a devastating loss to his family, friends, the community and country he proudly served. We are all intensely desolated by the sting of this bitter grief.

“Step forward now, policeman,
You’ve borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven’s streets,
You’ve done your time in hell.”

Fallen in the line of duty. Gone, but never forgotten and forever in our hearts.

 

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SHOCK: Top cop blows four times the legal limit

Sarah Barnham | 26th Jun 2017 7:20 PM Updated: 27th Jun 2017 7:43 AM

 

AFTER being on the other end of a breathalyser for 34 years, a Gladstone police officer never expected to be looking down the barrel himself.

Sergeant Owen Harms, 50, who has been stationed in Miriam Vale for the past 20 years, faced Gladstone Magistrates Court today on one charge of operating a vehicle under the influence of liquor.

Harms’ emotional plea of guilt came after returning a blood alcohol reading of .224%, more than four times the legal limit during a breath test.

Harms broke down in the courtroom upon having the charge read out to him for the offence on May 25 at Miriam Vale.

Police prosecutor Sergeant Barry Stevens said at about 3.50pm police found Harms along the Bruce Highway, a short distance from the Meadow Hotel.

The court heard Harms had come from the funeral of a close friend and decided to stop in at the pub to have a few drinks.

He left the hotel and got into his car, but upon realising he was not fit to drive, he pulled over and called his wife to come and get him.

However, Sgt Stevens said someone at the hotel alerted police to Harms’ behaviour and intention to get behind the wheel.

The police arrived before Harms’ wife.

Sgt Stevens said it was evident to the attending officers that Harms was intoxicated.

Sgt Stevens said upon the sobering fact that he had blown more than four times the legal limit, Harms became very remorseful and emotional at the scene.

He told officers he knew he was in the wrong to try to drive, but once he realised, he stopped and was waiting for his wife to come and pick him up.

However, the reason for stopping at the hotel was for something else entirely; just hours earlier Harms had been told by his doctor that he was now free of bowel cancer.

The same cancer that for the past three years had forced the officer to give up his duties on the streets, take a significant pay cut and work behind a desk.

That, paired with a heart condition, a crippling case of PTSD and severe depression and anxiety, had caused a huge burden for the sergeant and his family.

The court heard the mental conditions were a direct result of some of the scenes the officer had had to face during his confronting career.

Representing Harms in the courtroom, the Queensland Police Union’s Troy Schmidt said his client was committed to the Gladstone community and throughout his career had done and achieved extraordinary things, both as an officer and a volunteer.

“During his career this man has attended many fatals and suicides, deaths and horrific scenes,” Mr Schmidt said.

Harms again broke down in court when Mr Schmidt recounted a time where the officer was called to a job where a baby needed emergency CPR.

The CPR was unsuccessful and the baby died.

It was a memory that would always haunt the officer, Mr Schmidt said.

Mr Schmidt presented 21 good character references to the courtroom including that of deputy mayor Chris Trevor, the Miriam Vale Lions Club and Gladstone Police Inspector Darren Somerville.

The references described him to be a loving, unquestionably trustworthy and a highly commendable man.

Mr Schmidt said his client was now faced with the likely prospect of demotion and, given his requirement as a police officer to retire at the age of 60, would lose hundreds of thousands in finances.

He said his client’s family was suffering greatly.

The court heard Harms had been stood down from duties at Miriam Vale and had been working in Rockhampton.

Gladstone Magistrate Melanie Ho commended the sergeant on the work he had done for the community, and said it was quite clear the offending was out of character.

Ms Ho also noted that Harms had made the right choice in pulling over on the highway rather than continuing to drive.

He was fined $1500 and disqualified from driving for 12 months, with a conviction recorded.

Harms told The Observer he was deeply regretful for his actions.

“I’m so sorry,” he said.

“I know I have let the Gladstone community down.”

https://www.gladstoneobserver.com.au/news/shock-top-cop-blows-four-times-the-legal-limit/3193947/

 

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Council coughs up cash for lights at Gary Larson Oval

Helen Spelitis | 20th Jan 2016 5:00 AM

 

THE first rugby league game of the season at Miriam Vale’s Gary Larson Oval will be under new lights.

Gladstone Regional Council has agreed to give last year’s residual sport and recreation funding of $21,000 to caretaker group, Gary Larson Oval Enhancement Group, which was on its knees and threatening to shut the gates.

Oval leaseholder, Owen Harms, is ecstatic about the decision, handed down in council chambers yesterday.

It means Gary Larson Oval will have $44,000 worth of new lights installed by March, allowing the small town to safely host community organisations and sporting groups at the ground.

“This will be a huge boost for our senior rugby league team, the Magpies, who rely on playing at night,” Mr Harms said.

“Now we will have fantastic new lights to play under safely.

“We were on the verge of closing the gates and if this hadn’t come through that’s what we would have been looking to do.”

In November the group, which raised $23,000 towards new lights, made a desperate plea to the council after being rejected twice for funding.

This application also fell on deaf ears, the council having said it would be unfair to other groups.

In the last round of council sport and recreational funding there were five unsuccessful applications and all were invited to vie for the $20,900.

But only the application from the Gary Larson Oval group met the criteria.

Central Queensland Motor sports Complex, Benaraby put in an application but asked for $44,000 – more than double what was on offer.

Lowmead Social Cricket and Sporting Club also made a bid for $4500 of the left over funding, but their application didn’t meet the criteria either.

https://www.gladstoneobserver.com.au/news/council-coughs-up-cash-for-lights/2904314/

 

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Gladstone Patrol Group Honours and Awards Ceremony

Senior Constable Ann Jessop on Mar 13, 2014 @ 2:39pm

 

Last Thursday a total of 30 Officers were recognised for their diligence, ethical conduct and commitment to their community. This represented a total of 330 years served by police in the Gladstone Patrol Group. The ceremony was attended by Assistant Commissioner Michael Condon and the District Officer Superintendent Ron Van Saane. Distinguished guests included Councillor Gail Sellers, Mayor of Gladstone, Captain Dale heimer from the 42^nd Battalion of the Australian Army, Members of the Gladstone Branch of the Retired Police Association, family and friends. Assistant Commissioner Condon stated of the officers who received a medal or award were, ‘an asset to the Service and Queensland, and more than deserving.” Congratulations to all recipients your skill and dedication are inspiring.

 

 

Gladstone Patrol Group Honours and Awards Ceremony

 

 

 

 

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Brave officers hailed

Nikita Watts | 19th Apr 2009 8:25 PM

POLICE Sergeant Michael Phillips will forever remember the day he tried to save two boys from suffocation in a collapsed sand cave at Anges Water.

Although tragically one of the boys died at the scene, the Central Queensland officer was hailed a hero for his valiant attempt to save them three years ago.

And last week he was honoured with a bravery award.

He and fellow police officer Sergeant Jonathon Edwards were awarded Bronze Medals and Sergeant Owen Harms received a Certificate of Merit from The Royal Humane Society of Australasia at a ceremony at Government House in Brisbane last Wednesday.

Sergeant Phillips said he was very proud to have received the medal, but added that it was a “bittersweet moment”.

“It would have been nice if we were able to save both boys, but things don’t work out the way you want them to unfortunately,” he said. “It is something that I will remember for the rest of my life.”

Sergeant Phillips said when the three officers were called to the beach on August 15, 2006, they did not know what to expect.

“We were just told three boys were buried; we didn’t anticipate it being the way it was,” he said.

The three men used shovels to dig for the boys who had been trying to connect two deep tunnels when the sand collapsed on them.

The men were unable to save one of the boys trapped under almost two metres of sand.

“It took us about two hours to get him out. “We performed CPR on the boy for about 20 minutes but he died. There was nothing else we could do,” he said.

Sergeant Edwards commandeered an excavator to free the other boy, who was still trapped under the sand.

Sergeant Phillips said the boy was buried up to his neck so he did every thing he could to keep him alive.

“I got into the hole with him and held an oxygen mask over his mouth to keep his airway clear,” he said.

“Once the digger could only get so close we had to dig by hand to get him out and managed to free him.”

The youngest of three boys, all brothers holidaying from the Netherlands, managed to free himself earlier and alert two French tourists of his trapped brothers.

Those tourists were also presented with awards in Paris for their rescue efforts.

Sergeant Phillips said the little boy had been very brave and stayed very calm.

“He was excellent; I was speaking to him the whole time and we talked about sports and where he was from; he wasn’t panicking at all,” he said.

Daryl Gough from Woodbury was also presented with an award for going to the rescue of a mother and three children who were saved from drowning at Nine Mile Beach, Yeppoon, on March 23 last year.

AWARDS CQ award recipients:

Bronze Medal:

• Sergeant Michael Phillips
• Sergeant Jonathon Edwards
• Daryl Gough

Certificate of Merit:

• Sergeant Owen Harms

• 22 residents of Qld were presented with bravery awards.

• One Silver Medal, 17 Bronze Medals and 4 Certificates of Merit were presented by Governor of Queensland Penelope Wensley, AO.

https://www.themorningbulletin.com.au/news/brave-officers-hailed/210591/

 

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Police officer dies:

Community pays tribute to police officer Owen Harms after his shock death

Chris Lees, Gladstone Observer

August 2, 2017 1:57pm

 

THE community has paid tribute to Miriam Vale police officer Owen Harms, who died yesterday.

Sergeant Harms had been stationed in Miriam Vale for the past 20 years.

True Blue Line – an organisation that posts news stories and information about emergency services, with a focus on Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and the United States, posted a tribute on Facebook today.

“Sergeant Owen Harms, with a big heart and full of compassion for everyone, was everyone’s friend and the Officer in Charge at Miriam Vale Police in Gladstone Police District, Queensland. Highly respected and much loved by many, he dedicated over 30 years of his life to protect, serve and improve the community he cherished so much,” the post reads.

There were no suspicious circumstances around his death, and it came 36 days after he had admitted drink-driving in the Gladstone Magistrates Court.

He was a decorated officer.

“In addition to Australia Police Medal and National Medal, Sergeant Owen Harms received a Certificate of Merit from The Royal Humane Society of Australasia. Described as a true blue Aussie with a heart of gold, ‘Owey’ was also presented with an award and recognition for his diligence, ethical conduct and commitment to his community,’’ the True Blue post said.

“His passing is a devastating loss to his family, friends, the community and country he proudly served. We all feel intensely desolated by the sting of this bitter grief.’’

Others joined the tributes.

“You were there for every one of us… your door was always open for us to pop in and have a cuppa and chat… you never said a bad word about anyone! You knew how to make us laugh… you always gave a hug just when it was needed… you were so dearly loved by your beautiful family and the community in which you so proudly served!” – C.S.

“Your community is broken and lost tonight, this just doesn’t seem real. You were one of the best Owey. The support you’ve shown not only our family but your community over the years will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family tonight RIP Harmsey” – A.H.

“Step forward now, policeman,

“You’ve borne your burdens well.

“Come walk a beat on Heaven’s streets,

“You’ve done your time in hell.

“Fallen in the line of duty. Gone, but never forgotten and forever in our hearts.”

The Miriam Vale Rodeo Association said he was a true hero to all that knew him.

“MV Rodeo Association wishes to extend our heartfelt condolences to Owen’s beloved family and friends during this devastating time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all,” they posted.

“Owey, you will be sorely missed mate!”

Gladstone Region Mayor Matt Burnett took to Facebook to post his own tribute.

“Terrible sad day for the Gladstone Region as we mourn the loss of Sergeant Owen Timothy Harms,” he wrote.

“No words can describe how great a man he was and how devastating this news is. Rest in peace my friend.”

The Miriam Vale Magpies Rugby League Club remembered Sgt Harms on Facebook.

“Owen, our community pillar, our hero, our mate!,” the post reads.

“Forever etched in our hearts and minds are the memories of this tremendous man! May you rest in eternal peace Owey. We love you and will miss you terribly.

“On behalf of the Maggies family we are all holding Lyn, Brendon and Bree very close in our hearts and thoughts at this devastating time. May you draw strength and courage from the outpouring of love and support.”

– If you need help phone Lifeline on 13 11 14.

https://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/police-officer-dies-community-pays-tribute-to-police-officer-owen-harms-after-his-shock-death/news-story/d69e1eb4624ed8a80135d2c1e0d6b1a8

 

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GLADSTONE REGIONAL COUNCIL – GENERAL MEETING MINUTES 15 AUGUST 2017

6 of 132

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE

Owen Timothy Harms

Cr Trevor paid tribute to Owen Harms as follows:-

Owen Timothy Harms‘s funeral took place on 8 August 2017. It was a beautiful service for a beautiful man loved by all, now resting in peace. A community champion who selflessly put others before himself. A wonderful family man with an enormous generosity of spirit, he will be sadly missed and he was enormously proud of his family, his friends, his community and his Police Service.

As an active Police Officer he was proud of his nearly 34 years of service on the front line and all at 1, 2, 3 and 4 officer stations except 4 years at Mt Isa. Very long periods when Miriam Vale was a two officer station he spent alone without relief, on call 24/7, 80 kms of Bruce Highway in division often months at a time.

Executive Committee member for many and varied local committees including local ambulance committee, Police and Citizens Association, Lions Club, driving force behind the Gary Larsen Oval enhancement committee, responsible for building an entire Sports Complex from bare grass to a magnificent venue for use by Miriam Vale residents and support for youth, under privileged and the

elderly. Coach and manager of many junior sporting teams, foundation member of Miriam Vale Social Touch Football Association (which has lasted for 19 years and still going strong), providing a vital outlet for the town’s youth.

Recipient of the following:-

Australian Police Medal (APM)

All Police Medals

Two by Commissioner Certificates

Multiple Citizen of the Year Awards for various local government areas

Owen mentored many Senior Constables (nearly all who have been promoted) and also mentored budding Sergeants in Charge. He served long stints in the Northern Territory border at Bulleya, Burketown, Bungee, Birdsville and Mt Isa, many times alone.

Unfortunately he had a lengthy battle with various and serious health problems. His support of his community did not stop although he had these problems. He was a strong advocate for helping people with difficulties, raising funds to install a Chair Lift for disabled residents. Owen was a participant in a long running video campaign for assisting police officers with depression and anxiety issues and when successfully reliving in Senior Sergeant roles received glowing reports.

His high level of duty to the Police Service found him never receiving an Adverse Station Inspection Report and he never failed to help colleagues in difficulty at any time of the night. Owen never once refused a request for a call for service at any time of the day or night.

Thank you Owen and may you rest in peace.

http://www.gladstone.qld.gov.au/documents/1570002/44588629/G%202.1.1%20General%20Meeting%20Minutes%2015%20August%202017.pdf

 

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Small town mourns cop with big heart

Many communities rocked by passing

• NewsMail
• 3 Aug 2017
• Chris Lees Eliza Goetze

PHOTO: TOM HUNTLEY

TRUE HERO: Family, friends and fellow officers are in shock after the death of Owen Harms.

THE community has paid tribute to Miriam Vale police officer Owen Harms, who died on Monday.

Sergeant Harms was stationed in Miriam Vale for the past 20 years.

True Blue Line, an organisation that posts news and information about emergency services, posted a tribute on Facebook.

“Sergeant Owen Harms, with a big heart and full of compassion for everyone, was everyone’s friend and the Officer in Charge at Miriam Vale Police in Gladstone Police District, Queensland. Highly respected and much loved by many, he dedicated over 30 years of his life to protect, serve and improve the community he cherished so much,” the post read.

There were no suspicious circumstances around his death.

It came 36 days after he admitted in the Gladstone Magistrates Court drink-driving.

He was a decorated officer. Sgt Harms was also beloved in the sporting community, and played an instrumental role in combining the Agnes Water and Miriam Vale teams to form the Northern Force Rugby League Club.

This Sunday a minute of silence will be held when the Northern Force play Avondale before the team run out to Eye of the Tiger – “Owie’s favourite song”, president Kym McIntosh told the NewsMail.

“It’s rocked two clubs, rocked two communities. “It’s just so sad.”

“In addition to Australia Police Medal and National Medal, Sergeant Owen Harms received a Certificate of Merit from The Royal Humane Society of Australasia. Described as a true blue Aussie with a heart of gold, ‘Owey’ was also presented with an award and recognition for his diligence, ethical conduct and commitment to his community,” the True Blue post said.

“His passing is a devastating loss to his family, friends, the community and country he proudly served. We all feel intensely desolated by the sting of this bitter grief.:” Others joined the tributes. “You were there for every one of us … your door was always open for us to pop in and have a cuppa and chat … you never said a bad word about anyone! You knew how to make us laugh… you always gave a hug just when it was needed … you were so dearly loved by your beautiful family and the community in which you so proudly served!” one wrote.

The Miriam Vale Rodeo Association and the Magpies Rugby League Club paid tribute to “a true hero”, while Gladstone Mayor Matt Burnett took to Facebook to post his own tribute.

“Terrible sad day for the Gladstone region as we mourn the loss of Sergeant Owen Timothy Harms.

“No words can describe how great a man he was and how devastating this news is. Rest in peace my friend.” ■ If you or someone you know needs help, phone Lifeline on 13 11 14.

https://www.pressreader.com/australia/newsmail/20170803/281749859436781

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VALE

I sit here writing this still reeling from the tragic loss of Owen Harms. Any death in the police family is a death too many. Harmsy was a true CQ legend beloved by all who knew him. To Lynette and the rest of the Harms family, you have my deepest condolences We all have demons inside us and the black dog is ever creeping. We need to remain vigilant and look after one another. To all my family, friends, and colleagues, I am always here if you need someone to talk to, a shoulder to cry on, or someone to vent frustration on. No matter the circumstances or the situation, my door is always open. I am only a phone call away.

Never think that you are alone! Life and work can become overwhelming at times and the dreaded black dog creeps up on us all. We need to stand together and help each other through these tough times and look forward to a brighter tomorrow.

I ask you all to check on a mate and make time to talk to each other. It may be difficult, but that difficult conversation may save a life.

Remember, it’s not weak to speak.

DO OUR PEOPLE MATTER?

Recent events have made many question this. It’s time to take stock and for the Service to take a long hard look at how it treats its employees. There are many areas within the organisation that need fixing, starting with the disciplinary system.

We all know it is broken beyond repair and has been for some time. It needs an urgent overhaul to stop the rot that has been going on for far too long.

Members are being stood down and suspended and left hanging while investigations take far too long: some over three years.

Members are guilt until proven innocent! How is this natural justice?

There needs to be firm time limits put on internal investigations. Perhaps more staff can be allocated to the District PPMs to expedite these investigations.

The Service has an obligation to investigate these matters, resolve them in a timely manner, and not let them drag on … and on. These delays cause angst and anxiety to not only the member but also to their families. It also places unnecessary financial hardship on members and their families.

Enough is enough. Action needs to be taken.

https://www.qpu.asn.au/uploads/Conference%202017.pdf

 

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John Andrew DICK

aka  JD

Late of Thirroul, NSW

New South Wales Police Force

Redfern Police Academy Class # 154

Regd. #  17552

Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 24 January 1977 ( aged 21 years, 8 months, 4 days )( Academy for 2 months, 11 days )

Probationary Constable – appointed 4 April 1977 ( 21 years, 10 months, 15 days )

Constable – appointed 4 May 1978

Constable 1st Class – appointed 4 May 1982

Senior Constable – appointed 4 May 1986

Retired – Medical

Stations: ?, Wollongong, Engadine, Pt Kembla – Retirement ( Medical )

Service:  From 24 January 1977   to  ? ? post 2003? = ? years Service

Still appeared in the 1989 ‘Stud Book’

Awards:  National Medal – granted 28 April 1993

Born:  Friday  20 May 1955

Died on:  Wednesday  26 July 2017

Age:  62 years, 2 months, 6 days

Cause:  Renal failure.  Had Cardiomyopathy for past 10 years

Event location:  Wollongong Hospital, NSW

Event date:  Wednesday  26 July 2017

Funeral date:  ? ? ? TBA

Funeral location:  ?  TBA

Funeral Parlour:  H. PARSONS, Wollongong, NSW

Buried at:  ?

 Memorial located at:  ?

JD is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance  *NEED MORE INFO

 Funeral location:  TBA

FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.

PLEASE SEND PHOTOS AND INFORMATION TO Cal

May they forever Rest In Peace

JD passed away in Wollongong Hospital today after suffering, for ten years, from Cardiomyopathy.

Funeral details are yet to be announced.

May you Rest In Peace mate.

Cal

John DICK Obituary

Published by Illawara Mercury on Jul. 29, 2017.

DICK John Andrew of Thirroul

Passed away July 26, 2017.

Beloved husband of Lorraine.

Father and good mate of James.

Father in law of Carly.

Grandfather of Georgia.

Brother of Paul, Bruce (dec), Clive, Neil, Robert.

John will be sadly missed by all family and friends.

Aged 62 Years

Rest in Peace

A private service has been held for John.

Jeffrey Raymond RAMSAY

Late of  ?

New South Wales Police Force

NSW Police Cadet # 2159

Redfern Academy Class – either 115 or 116

Regd. #  13326

Rank: NSW Police Cadet – commenced 16 May 1966 ( aged 16 years, 9 months, 15 days )

Probationary Constable – appointed 16 August 1968 ( aged 19 years )

Senior Constable – appointed 28 August 1977

Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 27 March 1985 ( Seniority date 31 August 1984 )

Sergeant 2nd Class – Retirement

Stations: ?, as a Cadet:  Merrylands – 26 Division ( – Nov 1966 ), Liverpool – 22 Division ( Nov 1966 – Feb 1967 ), Criminal Investigation Branch ( CIB Feb 1967 – ), Cooma, Hornsby – ( 16 Division, 1980’s ), Eastwood – Retirement

Service:  From  16 May 1966  to 8 March 2002 = 35+ years Service

Awards:  National Medal – granted 29 June 1984 ( SenCon )

1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 2 February 1995 ( Sgt )

Born:  Tuesday  16 August 1949

Died on:  Friday  21 July 2017

Age:  67 years, 11 months, 5 days old

Cause:  Heart – Stroke

Event location:   ?

Event date:   ?

Funeral date:  Friday  28 July 2017 @ 12.30pm

Funeral location:  Hillside Chapel, Palmdale Lawn Cemetery & Memorial Park, 57 Palmdale Rd, Palmdale

Memorial Drinks:  The Grange, Wyoming Hotel

Buried at:  ?

 Memorial located at:  ?

JEFF is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance  *NEED MORE INFO

 Funeral location:  [codepeople-post-map]

FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.

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May they forever Rest In Peace

John James McGLYNN

Late of Bowral

New South Wales Police Force

[alert_yellow]Regd. #   7790[/alert_yellow]

Rank:  Probationary Constable – appointed 19 July 1954

Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 14 August 1977

Inspector – Retirement

Stations: ?, Katoomba – Retirement

Service:  From  ? ? pre July 1954?  to  7 March 1986 = 32+ years Service

Awards:  No find on It’s An Honour

Born:  25 August 1930

Died on:  Thursday  20 July 2017

Age:  86

Cause:  ?

Event location:   ?

Event date:   ?

Funeral date:  Thursday  27 July 2017 @ 1pm

Funeral location:  St Thomas Equines Catholic Church, 2 Bendooley St, Bowral

Buried at:  ?

 Memorial located at:  ?

[alert_yellow]JOHN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance[/alert_yellow]  *NEED MORE INFO