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w w w. i p a - a u s t r a l i a p o l i c e . c o m . a u POLICE DOWN UNDER © Print Post Approved 100004361 APRIL 2021 • Volume 54 No. 2 John Ronald White, APM, OAM - Article by Manfred (Fred) Wojtasik Brain Teasers ... and more! Richard Pelling Article: George Murrell - Part 9 Regional News ... and more! International Police Association (Australian Section) Inc. Police Down Under April 2021 1
Contents Featured Articles . . . National Executive Bureau .........................4 President’s Message ..................................5 10 Editor’s Message ........................................7 HLM’s / Associate Secretaries ...................8 Vacancy - Hobbies Bureau Secretary ........9 John Ronald White, APM, OAM Article Writing Competition Information ...20 Deputy Commissioner (retired) NSW Region News ...................................21 S.A. Police Historian, Author Photography Competition Information .....23 and I.P.A. Member International Video Competition 2021 ......27 by Manfred (Fred) Wojtasik Brain Teasers ... and more! .......................29 South Australia Region News ...................31 17 PC224 “B” George Murrell IPA Geek Corner by Jason Brewer ...........35 Clif Hardy Article.......................................37 WANTED - Article Writers .........................40 - Part 9 by Richard Pelling, Netherlands Invitation ..............................42 VIC Region West Australia Region News ....................46 Allan Voak Article ......................................49 Presidents Award for Excellence ..............51 Victoria Region News ...............................52 2021 IPA AGM Registration Form ............56 Cover Shot: Mailing List / Annual Dues ........................58 Peter Howarth, Victoria Region Sub-Editor IPA Office Bearers ....................................59 Printed & Published by BORDER PUBLICATIONS PTY. LTD. A.C.N. 153 002 138 A.B.N. 98 329 722 807 Registered Business Address: 50 Carrington Road, RANDWICK, N.S.W. 2031 Telephone 1800 815 203 Border Publications does not sell, trade or otherwise transfer advertisers personal information to outside parties. If you are contacted by a third party, it is without the consent of Border Publications. IPA Website Australia: www.ipa-australiapolice.com.au National Editor: Allan Voak - “Police Down Under” Australia Mobile: 0412 634 327 • Email: nationaleditor@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Police Down Under April 2021 3
National Executive Bureau International Police Association (Australian Section) Inc. OFFICE BEARERS President & International Council Delegate JASON BREWER (WA) Mobile: +61 455 413 480 Email: president@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Vice President SEAN KILLALEA (WA) Mobile: +61 423 321 279 Email: vicepresident@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Secretary General MANFRED (FRED) WOJTASIK, APM (SA) Mobile: +61 437 799 792 Email: secretarygeneral@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Assistant Secretary General NATHAN BLAIN (QLD) Mobile: +61 488 649 708 Email: assistsecgeneral@ipa-australiapolice.com.au National Treasurer LORENZO RICATO (QLD) Email: nationaltreasurer@ipa-australiapolice.com.au PAST PRESIDENTS: Mr. A.H. Trevenar . . . . . . (1964 - 1972) Mr. M. Pegler . . . . . . . (1999 - 2002) Mr. E.M. Walsh . . . . . . . . (1972 - 1981) Mr. S. Pierce . . . . . . . (2002 - 2008) Miss V. Doherty . . . . . . . . (1981 - 1987) Miss M. Harris . . . . . . (2008 - 2014) Mr. P. Mason . . . . . . . . . . (1987 - 1993) Mr. G. Rodda . . . . . . . (2014 - 2020) Miss E. Pfau . . . . . . . . . . (1993 - 1999) 4 Police Down Under April 2021
from the President National President: National Patron: Jason Brewer AFP Commissioner Reece P. Kershaw APM GREETINGS TO ALL MEMBERS INTERNATIONAL EVENTS RECRUITING The 1st IPA Virtual Race results were sent Just a few weeks ago, I had a potential to us by the Socio-Cultural Commission in member ask me how the IPA were going. a letter. Congratulations to all participants, This potential member wasn’t interested in especially the few Australians who took part. joining as Covid stopped many plans. So, I We were told that this project drew a massive sat him down and over a coffee I showed him response from IPA members worldwide, with the objects/aims of what the IPA stands for. I 330 runners from 40 different sections signing explained to him that “The International Police up. People of all ages participated from all Association is an independent body made up over the world, proudly displaying the IPA logo. of members of the Police Service, whether on On and off duty members from men, women, active duty or retired, and without distinction as family members, younger and older, and pets, to rank, sex, race, colour, language or religion. raced in various conditions, including towns, Its purpose is to create bonds of friendship mountains, beaches, and even... on treadmills. and to promote international co-operation. They ran in the sun, wind, rain, and snow, all It is committed to the principles set out in while emphasising our Association’s ideals the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and values: friendship, solidarity, humanism, as adopted by the United Nations in 1948. harmony, universality, and volunteerism. IAC is Its aims include the development of cultural now pleased to announce that they will attempt relations amongst its members, a broadening to hold an annual IPA Virtual Race Week due of their general knowledge, and an exchange of to the outstanding support the members have professional experiences; in addition, it seeks shown for this event. A video of the IPA Virtual to foster mutual help in the social sphere and to Race Week and photo content will be released contribute within the limits of its possibilities to soon. A video of the IPA Virtual Race Week the peaceful co-existence of different peoples will be shared soon, as well as photo material. and the preservation of world peace”. Therefore please subscribe to our YouTube channel: At the end of last year, we celebrated 70 years https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC- of IPA worldwide. Arthur jyACnsVnlWW7eQG-dhOJQ or scan the QR Troop has accomplished CODE and be amongst the first to watch the many goals to make this upcoming video with many participants’ photos organisation what it is and videos! today when you think about it. THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNATIONAL POLICE ASSOCIATION (AUSTRALIAN SECTION) Inc. THE INTERNATIONAL POLICE ASSOCIATION (AUSTRALIAN SECTION) Inc. IS A NON-POLITICAL ASSOCIATION. THE I.P.A. NUMBERS OVER 400,000 MEMBERS IN 65 COUNTRIES, AND IS DESIGNED TO CREATE BETTER UNDERSTANDING AND FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN POLICE FORCES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. THE I.P.A. IS WHOLLY FINANCED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION BY MEMBERSHIP FEES AND SOCIALS CARRIED OUT BY THE REGIONS. THE I.P.A. DOES NOT SOLICIT DONATIONS Police Down Under April 2021 5
from the President National President: National Patron: Jason Brewer AFP Commissioner Reece P. Kershaw APM The world has changed from letters, pen- Remember, if your meetings have decreased pal friendships and has been replaced by due to Covid, please don’t forget to send emails, Facebook, Instagram other multimedia your minutes to the Secretary-General. Bear platforms. in mind, a quorum for any Regional or Sub- The world has become smaller with Regional meeting shall be a minimum of communication turn around so fast now. We five members. For the respective Branch or need to change how people think of IPA; many Executive Committees, the quorum shall be people joined IPA for travel as a safety blanket three members. if they need it. But 70 years ago, not many I hope you all have a healthy, safe and happy people had the resources financially to travel, Easter and take some time to remember our and with Covid, we may need to start again Defence Force members on Anzac Day. and get back to the basics of what the IPA stands for “Service through Friendship”. Along with the vast majority of IPA sections, the International Executive worldwide encourages and recruits young police officers to join and get involved in the IPA. We need new blood to drive our organisation into the future. Some IPA Sections have circulated messages encouraging young police officers to join and then experience what the IPA offers. From scholarships, serving police officer days (SPOD) to attending world congresses, AGM in other sections. These ideas help develop and gather the best practices and ideas on designing and attracting younger police officers; modernisation is a central part of development. This is a significant objective of the IPA, and we welcome our young members Servo per Amikeco to join in any way they can to introduce fresh ideas and innovation, share their visions, and Jason Brewer National President breathe fresh air into the IPA. THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNATIONAL POLICE ASSOCIATION (AUSTRALIAN SECTION) Inc. THE INTERNATIONAL POLICE ASSOCIATION (AUSTRALIAN SECTION) Inc. IS A NON-POLITICAL ASSOCIATION. THE I.P.A. NUMBERS OVER 400,000 MEMBERS IN 65 COUNTRIES, AND IS DESIGNED TO CREATE BETTER UNDERSTANDING AND FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN POLICE FORCES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. THE I.P.A. IS WHOLLY FINANCED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION BY MEMBERSHIP FEES AND SOCIALS CARRIED OUT BY THE REGIONS. THE I.P.A. DOES NOT SOLICIT DONATIONS 6 Police Down Under April 2021
from the Editor National Editor: Allan Voak Dear MEMBERS and IPA FAMILY: You must be a financial Member to enter the IPA Competitions. COMPETITIONS: IPA Socio-Cultural Commission Photographic Awards - (a) Open Cat. Any photographic Subject or Topic and (b) Police at Work A prize of 400 Euros will be awarded to the winner. THE AUSTRALIAN SECTION: COMPETITIONS ANZAC DAY: April 25th - This is the day We have the Article Writing Competition and all Australians remember and salute those the Photographic Competition and now we men and women of our military and Nursing have a Video Competition. Remember to state Services who Gallantry gave their live for our which category you want your photographs freedom. entered in for judging and include your Name As Australia slowly moves forward with less and Region. restrictions due to the Covid-19 Pandemic Closing Dates for the Competitions: there must be some interesting stories and AUGUST 31st (No late entries will be accepted) Photos which would make an interesting read for our members in the “Writer Competitions.” “Stay Safe and Enjoy Life” and “Photographic Competition for publication in the PDU Magazine? There are great Cash Allan Voak Prizes to be won. National Editor - Australia Mobile: + 61 412 634 327 Email: nationaleditor@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Articles and comments expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Editorial Staff, Association or all Members. Ads are published under the strict understanding that no favour will be accorded to the advertiser from the I.P.A. with regards to any dealing between the Association, their employers and the International Police Association (Australian Section) Inc. Copyright Notice © Border Publications Pty Ltd 2013 No part of Police Down Under can be reproduced and used in advertising, displays, other magazines/periodical journals or in any mass context for commercial or personal gain without specific written authorisation from Border Publications Pty Ltd. Legal action may be taken against any person who infringes Border Publications Pty Ltd’s copyright. These terms are subject to the conditions prescribed under the Australian Copyright Act 1968. Please address all correspondence relating to editorial to the National Editor. Email: nationaleditor@ipa-australiapolice.com.au For all matters relating to advertising please contact the publisher BORDER PUBLICATIONS PTY. LTD. A.C.N. 153 002 138 A.B.N. 98 329 722 807 Telephone 1800 815 203 This magazine is distributed without charge to financial members of the International Police Association (Australian Section) Inc. Editorial closing date - May 1st, 2021 (June Edition) Police Down Under April 2021 7
Honorary Life Members * Indicates Deceased HLM’s Australian Section ** Indicates Status Withdrawn 1. J. COATES * (UK) 15. E. CLEGG * (QLD) 28. C. JOYCE (NSW) 41. G. WOODMAN (VIC) 2. A. TROOP * (UK) 16. C. GARRARD * (Tubnor) (QLD) 29. W. ROACH * (NSW) 42. K. VIDLER (VIC) 3. H.R.H. PRINCE VONG SAVONG ** 17. G. HAZELWOOD * (SA) 30. J. JACOBS (VIC) 43. M. R. PEGLER (WA) 4. R. DODD * (NSW) 18. W. MILNE * (VIC) 31. F. HOETER * (QLD) 44. W. BARNES (QLD) 5. P. DELLAS * (VIC) 19. E. WALSH * (NSW) 32. P. HENRY (VIC) 45. S. EDMONDS * (QLD) 6. A. TREVENAR * (NSW) 20. E. PFAU * (SA) 33. B. BRAIN * (VIC) 46. P. HEARN * (VIC) 7. A. MELDRUM * (NSW) 21. M. CUMARASAMY * (Singapore) 34. J. VAN VEGCHEL * (QLD) 47. J. McIVER * (VIC) 8. R. WHITROD * (SA) 22. P. MEDWAY (NSW) 35. F. BLAKE * (QLD) 48. B. LUGG * (SA) 9. V. DOHERTY (WA) 23. OLGA NORTH * (NSW) 36. P. MASON * (SA) 49. S. PIERCE (VIC) 10. C. REDLEY (QLD) 24. NORM MASON * (SA) 37. D. KENNEMORE (ACT) 50. R. CAMERON * (ACT) 11. K. ADDISON * (QLD) 25. M. WRIGHT * (WA) 38. H. NORTH * (NSW) 51. R. PENGILLY (WA) 12. S. LOANE * (QLD) 26. R. WESTON * (QLD) 39. L. JARVIS * (QLD) 52. R.E. SMART * (WA) 13. C. SMITH (VIC) 27. R. WALTERS * (SA) 40. R. MUNDAY * (ACT) 53. V. SMITH (WA) 14. J. TAYLOR * (VIC) Roll Of Honour * R. DODD (NSW) * E. CLEGG (QLD) * J. COATES (UK) * J. McIVER (VIC) * P. DELLAS (VIC) * A. TREVENAR (NSW) * J. TAYLOR (VIC) * F. BLAKE (QLD) * K. ADDISON (QLD) * R. WHITROD (SA) * F. HOETER (QLD) * R.E. SMART (WA) * M. CUMARASAMY (Singapore) * S. EDMONDS (QLD) * O. NORTH (NSW) * R. WESTON (QLD) * R. WALTERS (SA) * S. LOANE (QLD) * P. HEARN (VIC) * R. MUNDAY (ACT) * W. ROACH (NSW) * P. MASON (SA) * B. LUGG (SA) * L. JARVIS (QLD) * B. BRAIN (VIC) * M. WRIGHT (WA) * W. MILNE (VIC) * A. MELDRUM (NSW) * J. VAN VEGCHEL (QLD) * G. HAZELWOOD (SA) * C. GARRARD (Tubnor) (QLD) * N. MASON (SA) * H. NORTH (NSW) * E. WALSH (NSW) * E. PFAU (SA) * R. CAMERON (ACT) * A. TROOP (UK) Associate Secretaries and Liaison Officers I.P.A. (Australian Section) Inc. The following members are Liaison Officers for the countries listed. If you are Group 6: Botswana, Hong Kong, Japan, Kenya, Lesotho, Macau, planning travel to or from Australia, they are your contact point for information Mauritius, Mozambique, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and assistance. Travel Information Forms need to be completed with proof of Swaziland membership (via your Regional Secretary) scanning your current membership Patrick Tsang Email: assocsecgroup6@ipa-australiapolice.com.au card, then forwarded it to the member associated with that country. Please provide feedback to the Associate Secretary upon your return. Group 7: Armenia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan If you are requiring assistance regarding countries listed below and are unable Andre Gontcharov Email: assocsecgroup7@ipa-australiapolice.com.au to make contact with the associate secretary for that country, you should direct your queries relating to travel to the Travel Secretary - Andrew Smith Email: Group 8: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, travelsecretary@ipa-australiapolice.com.au or Secretary-General by email as Sweden listed on the National Officers page. Brian Hansen, 42 Highview Terrace, Daisy Hill, QLD 4127 Ph: (H) (07) 3388 3999 (W) (07) 3809 5222 Mobile: 0413 565 483 Group 1: The United Kingdom, Ireland Email assocsecgroup8@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Traci & Nathan Blain, P.O. Box 315, Airlie Beach, QLD 4802 Mobile: 0414 536 547 Email: assocsecgroup1@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Executive Director of The Dodd Memorial Award: Group 2: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, USA Jason Brewer, P.O. Box 754, Innaloo City, WA 6918 Joshua Woon Email: assocsecgroup2@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Mobile: 0455 413 480 Email: vicepresident@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Liaison Officer, International Internal Commission & International Group 3: Andorra, France, Gibraltar, Monaco, Portugal, Spain Professional Commission, Liaison Officer International Cultural Julie Cochrane, C/o Post Office, Forrest, VIC 3236 Commission: Email: assocsecgroup3@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Geoff Rodda, P.O. Box 16025, City East, QLD 4002 Ph: + 61 8 8356 2555 Email: president@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Group 4: Austria, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Switzerland Liaison Officer International Social Commission: Klaus Hempfing Email: assocsecgroup4@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Jason Brewer, P.O. Box 16025, City East, QLD 4002 Mobile: 0455 413 480 Email: vicepresident@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Group 5: Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Former Travel Liaison Officer for Overseas Members Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Greece, Israel, Italy, Malta, Montenegro, Andrew Smith Email: travelsecretary@ipa-australiapolice.com.au San Marino, Serbia, Slovenia, Turkey Ray Strong, 5 Heath Street, Goulburn, NSW 2580 Hobbies Bureau Secretary: Mobile: 0428 672 787 Email: assocsecgroup5@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Matthew Hale Email: hobbiessecretary@ipa-australiapolice.com.au 8 Police Down Under April 2021
WANTED HOBBIES BUREAU SECRETARY The Australian Section of the IPA are seeking a new Hobbies Secretary. We know we have many talented members throughout the IPA with varied “HOBBIES and INTERESTS”. That means you have the skills and expertise to perform the role as the Hobbies Bureau Secretary. All assistance will be given to ease you into the position. Interested? Email the Secretary General, Fred Wojtasik Email: secretarygeneral@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Police Down Under April 2021 9
John Ronald WHITE, APM, OAM Deputy Commissioner (retired), S.A. Police Historian, Author & IPA Member Article Authored by Manfred (Fred) Wojtasik, Sub-Editor S.A. Region and National Secretary General As the oldest centralised police force in Following 2 years of re-development and hard Australia, South Australia Police has a proud work, the Police Museum was scheduled to re- history of traditions, development, and open in early 2021 (subject to COVID-19 Safe achievements. Plan Guidelines). The common and important element in all I pause here to mention, that bringing the of this has been the personnel (the people) museum from where it started to where it is who have served and contributed to policing today, was not a single-handed effort, but a and its associated activities. This is from the coalition of many former serving police officers inception of the service, up to the present time, who gave freely of their time and resources irrespective of rank and status. Inclusive of this (and continue to do so), so that this “jewel” is also the achievements of individuals outside which forms part of the absorbing history of of policing. SAPOL, will hopefully exist in perpetuity, to be This article recognises and applauds the enjoyed by future generations. John White has contribution that John White has made in long been an important part of the committed his long and distinguished police career, his group of volunteers. personal achievements outside of policing, A visit (by appointment) to the museum, for together with his other activities, which include those genuinely interested in police history is a membership of International Police Association must. The many displays graphically illustrate (IPA) and the SA Police Historical Society. important periods of history about South I met with John personally to gather important Australia Police, characterized by an enormous information for this editorial and thank him collection of memorabilia from around the for his assistance in being able to publish this world. article. For those interested in visiting the museum, He has maintained long term continuous please refer to the SA Police Historical Society membership of IPA and is a member of South website to book. Australia Region. John White joined IPA on 2 January 1964 and I will articulate an overview about John, and was allocated membership number 452. He allow the material generously provided to me became a member of the Association two by him, which is published below, to excite years before SA Region was officially formed, your interest in this article. on 29 April 1966. He recalls being one of the early members of IPA in SA, with Elke Pfau The material is comprehensive, and details (deceased) former National President, and much about him. Ron Marsh. He was keen to host and meet There will also be a series of fantastic photos to other IPA members. His interest grew as an view and contemplate. avid collector of police hats, badges, patches, uniforms, and other items, to such an extent You will quickly appreciate his commitment that he had (and still has) a personal collection to policing, his talent as an author, and his which is to be admired. personal contribution to making the SA Police Museum a “blue chip” asset amongst similar This has very much been facilitated and aided police museums. by his long membership of IPA, whereby he has been able to develop a network of John is currently the Honorary Curator and contacts with other collectors around the Director of the SA Police Museum. globe. Although he still maintains his interest 10 Police Down Under April 2021
in collecting and swapping items, he has In addition, John is a Foundation Member significantly reduced his pursuit of more items of the SA Police Historical Society (SAPHS), due to his own personal “holdings”. a police historian, author of three published I spoke with John about his membership of IPA books relating to SA Police history and is the and what motivated him to join. Hon. curator of the Police Museum. In 2000 he was made an Hon. Life Member of the SAPHS He told me that he “liked meeting other police in recognition of his outstanding service to the and enjoyed the fellowship and friendship”. Society and in 2019 he was awarded the Medal From the early 1970’s his interest for collecting of the Order of Australia (OAM). was “kindled by a pen friend in 1970”. During the early days of his membership, he hosted Since 1970 John has had a long time interest police. Throughout, he has “been a proud in collecting Australian and International police supporter and the ideals of IPA”. memorabilia, when at that time he initially collected police uniform tie bars/tie tacks, Although John never held office in IPA, many of which are on display in this gallery. his long-term membership and support However, by 1972 his collection expanded (particularly as a senior Officer of Police) has to include police uniform cap badges and “value added” to the Association, typified by helmet plates, uniform shoulder patches and the regard in which he is held. insignia, police car door decals and uniforms, He has been variously described to me as, specialising in police hats and helmets. “A genuine and decent person who cares for The John White collection is comprised of others”, and “A decent committed man who over 900 police hats and helmets from most presents with credibility and integrity”. countries in the world: in excess of 3000 police For your reading interest, I have included shoulder patches, some 1500 metal badges, material which refers to the “John White 35 car door decals, 60 police uniforms and 250 Collection”, with an earlier photo of him. This uniform tie bars/tie tacks. It is believed to be illustrates the extent of his collection, some of one of the largest and most comprehensive which he has generously donated to the Police police collections of its type in the Southern Museum. Hemisphere. THE JOHN WHITE COLLECTION In 2003 John made his collection available to the SAPHS. Because of its size only a portion of the collection is currently on display in this gallery. A source of great personal achievement and pride for John since his retirement is the publishing of three books. In particular, the book, “More Than Just Bricks and Mortar” consumed 6 years of his life, involving extensive time, research and good old John White, APM, OAM, LEM fashioned “detective work”. There were Born in South Australia, John was a police times when John questioned the sensibility officer with the South Australia Police for of undertaking such a mammoth task, but he 43 years, having joined as a police cadet persevered and came out the other end with an in January 1964 and retired as Deputy outstanding publication. It is indeed a credit to Commissioner of Police in March 2007. During him. his distinguished police career, he served As an overview, John told me, “The book in in a wide range of operational and senior part records history that was previously never administrative positions in both uniform and recorded or written. Its records police stations, detective duties and received a number of the wives, the hardship, and conflict between awards, including the Australian Police Medal settlers and how on many occasions the police (APM) for distinguished police service, the were peace makers (in communities). The book SAPOL Leadership and Efficiency Medal (LEM) records almost 500 police stations in South and the Australian Police Service Medal. Australia and the Northern Territory”. Police Down Under April 2021 11
The book generated such enormous interest, About the Author: JOHN WHITE that even after a second reprint, it sold out Born in South Australia, John within months. A further “run” to publish has was a police officer with the not been done. South Australia Police for John was honoured with an official launch of 43 years, having joined as his book, with the occasion being shared with a Police Cadet in January his wife and son. 1964 and retired as Deputy Commissioner of Police in March 2007. During his career he served in a wide range of operational and senior administrative positions in both uniform and detective duties. In addition, as a senior officer he undertook overseas study tours of policing in the United Kingdom, Canada, United States, New Zealand, and Hong Kong. During his police service he was awarded the Australian Police Medal (APM), the South Australia Police Leadership and Efficiency Medal (LEM), the National Police Service Medal, the South Australian Police Service Medal with clasps and the National Medal with clasps. For his contribution to the South Australia Police Blue Light Youth Programme, he was made an Honorary Life Member of Blue Light SA Inc. in 2007. John was also active within the community and was a member of Lions International for nearly 30 years, during which time he was Charter President of the Lions Club of Gilles Plains. In addition to his long time interests in collecting Australian and International police Commissioner Grant Stevens with John White memorabilia, which is now on display in the South Australia Police Museum, John has The book is displayed at the Police Historical had a strong interest in South Australia Police Society museum and available to read at the history and in 1977 was a member of the Police Academy library, as well as the State Steering Committee formed to oversee the Library. establishment of the South Australian Police Historical Society. He was subsequently a Foundation Member of the Society and later held a number of executive committee positions, including that of President for nine years and from 2002 to 2007 he was Vice Patron. In 2007 John was made an Honorary Life Member of the Society and 2018 remains keenly involved in the Society’s activities. In retirement John maintained a keen interest in recording the history of the South Australia Police. In 2010 he was the author of a reference book for SAPOL and the Society on South Australia Police uniforms and badges, titled “Uniforms for the Times – Badges & 12 Police Down Under April 2021
Uniforms of the South Australia Police 1838 – 2010”. It was published in October 2010. It was whilst writing that book, he identified that there was little information readily available about the transport means and vehicles used over the then 173 years of the South Australia Police. As a consequence, John wrote a second reference book on the transport used within the South Australia Police from 1838 to 2011. Titled “Police on the Move – An Amazing Journey of Horses to Horsepower”, the book was published in 2011. Pauline & John White Editorial space precludes me from saying so much more about John Ronald White, but I hope this article about him will leave readers with a favourable impression of a good and decent man who has achieved much in his lifetime. He has made an important contribution to society generally during his police career, as part of a service club, and the pursuit of his special interests, which includes IPA. John will leave a fine legacy, of which he can In 2012, John further identified the need for be justly proud. the history of South Australia Police Stations We salute you Sir. to be recorded before much of it was lost forever. This was an enormous undertaking which for nearly five years consumed much of The following photos depict a broad range of his life. Inspired by the pioneering leader of SA displays in the Police Museum which include Police history, the late Mrs. E.J. (Jean) Schmaal overseas deployment, previous uniforms, OAM and work undertaken by the late Chief international uniforms, an early police vehicle Superintendent R.J. (Bob) Potts APM, JP., and the involvement of indigenous people in the late Chief Superintendent Charles (Chas) policing, the extent of which may not be well Hopkins QPM., and police historians Robert known, and a vast array of patches, caps, and Clyne BA. Hons. and Max Slee, the book was other memorabilia. completed in early 2018. Titled “More than Just Bricks and Mortar”, it provides an overview of every police station that has existed or still exists within South Australia from 1838 to 2018 and in the Northern Territory from 1870 to 1911, when the Territory during that time was administered by the South Australian Government. Throughout all of his achievements and career, John (like many of us) was supported by his wife Pauline, so typical of the many police wives in the “police family”. Police Down Under April 2021 13
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A MUST FOR ALL THOSE INTERESTED IN SOUTH AUSTRALIAN HISTORY Six years in the making this More Than Just Bricks & Mortar is a much sought after, unique and fascinating history reference book of all South Australian and early Northern Territory police stations. Written by former Deputy Police Commissioner John White and launched on Police Foundation Day 2018 by Commissioner Grant Stevens, the first print, due to overwhelming demand, sold out in just over two weeks. A second and final print also sold out very quickly. Although local histories routinely recount the story of public structures such as hotels, schools, churches, railway stations and institutes, there is often very little said about police stations, leaving a significant void in the social history of South Australia. This book sets out to correct that. Using the resources of SAPOL and the SA Police Historical Society, it is not only a definitive reference source on every police station that has ever existed in South Australia (and the early Northern Territory), it tells the stories of incredible hardship, commitment and self-sacrifice by those whose served in them. It provides an absorbing insight into the early social history of South Australia, setting out the reasons, influences and circumstances why such police stations were established and the important contribution that they, and the police stationed in them, made to the early development and growth of South Australia and the Northern Territory. At the book launch, noted South Australian historian Max Slee commented, “John has unearthed not just the important or interesting ones. This huge work appears ISBN 978-0-646-98235-9 to be unique, not only in this State but in Australia. From the very moment it was launched it will instantly become a standard reference work. As such it will stand the test of time and will eventually become a classic, valued far beyond our own lifetimes. A wide range of people will resort to this book for reliable information, including town and district historians, family researchers, police historians, as well as police officers who happen to be posted to any of these stations, and those interested in the history of South Australia. The Oral History Curator of the State Library of South Australia described it as “wonderful work…a fantastic contribution to our heritage and access collections.” and renowned ABC radio presenter Peter Goers declared “This is one of the most magnificent books that I have ever read…this is a magnificent opus….breathtaking in its scope, its research and its erudition…I congratulate John White.” Nigel Hunt, Senior Journalist with the Advertiser Newspaper wrote, “His six years of detective work finally paid off…the most resounding theme he uncovered was the incredible commitment and self- sacrifice by officers, and the appalling living conditions and hardships the officer, and often their wives and families, endured, uncovering literally hundreds of anecdotal incidents that are detailed in the book.” The book is 588 A4 size pages, hard cover, with over 770 colour and black and white photographs/images and includes all 466 South Australian police stations from 1838 to 2018 and all 29 Northern Territory stations from 1870 to 1911. How to Obtain a Copy: Although the book has now sold out it can be accessed through the State Library of South Australia and many South Australian local libraries. ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE BOOK WERE DONATED TO THE SOUTH AUSTRALIAN POLICE HISTORICAL SOCIETY Police Down Under April 2021 15
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The Tales of a City of London Copper 1953 to 1981 PC 224 “B” George Murrell - Part IX by Richard Pelling, Victoria Region BEATEN UP? breath, but the other who was an accomplished Assaults on police were fairly uncommon in runner gave high speed chase, followed by me the City, mainly I suppose because we had a at a more moderate pace. The PC soon caught reputation for fairness but above all we were up with the prisoner and grabbed his shoulders, all pretty big and it was known that help was as he did so the prisoner crouched and threw always speedily forthcoming. Despite that we the PC over his shoulder to land flat on his did from time to time become involved in the back. He then turned to face me in a wrestler’s odd scuffle or brawl. crouch. As he did so I slid the truncheon out of my sleeve and aimed a blow at his shoulder. He One morning when I was a uniform Inspector, I ducked and as a result the blow hit him on the was walking past the back door of the Daily Mail side of his head. I stood stunned fearing that I newspaper when I was told that there was an might have done him serious damage but to my almighty fight taking place inside the building. amazement he just raised a hand and rubbed I ran up a flight of stairs to a landing and was his head saying, “Fair enough Guv’ I give up”. greeted by the sight of about 20 printers fighting He then walked quietly back to the van with me and hitting each other with pickaxe handles. without giving any further trouble. I spoke to him They appeared to be in two separate factions. before court the next morning and established I grabbed hold of one and started to haul him that he really was a professional wrestler. He off the opponent he was violently kicking but bore me no ill will and in fact seemed to respect as I did so he called out to me “We’re police”. me for clouting him. He was actually quite a Fortunately, I recognised a small police social nice fellow and, in the past, as I found out, had club badge on his jacket and believed him, so more than once gone to the assistance of police pitched into the fight on his side. It transpired being attacked in his hometown of Ramsgate. I that he and his colleagues, disguised as printers believed his explanation that if he had found a were “Flying Squad” officers, disguised as car unlocked, he was going to get into it purely printers who had just ambushed a gang, also to sleep as he had found himself stranded in disguised as printers, who were in the process London overnight, and after he had pleaded of carrying out a pay roll robbery at the Daily guilty spoke up in mitigation on his behalf to Mail. “My side” won the fight and the robbers the magistrates. This was the only time in my were then arrested and carted off to Snow Hill to career that I used my truncheon other than for be charged. mundane tasks such as smashing a window. One night I was sergeant on the patrol van Bogus Cops One night after late turn duty I when we arrested a prisoner, we suspected of was riding my motorcycle home after “late having broken into parked cars. At the time turn”. I was wearing my uniform underneath my of his arrest, he told us that he was an “All-in motorcycle clothing. As I rode down Loampit wrestler” but didn’t give any trouble. Although Vale in Lewisham a car drew alongside me, the not necessarily believing him I decided to put my front passenger lowered his window and said truncheon up my sleeve as a precaution. With “Police, pull over to the side of the road.” Both a PC holding each of his arms and me walking he and the driver were in plain clothes and I behind we started to wander along the street to thought that they might be CID. I pulled over see if there was any evidence of any of the cars and they pulled up in front of my bike. They having been broken into. Suddenly the prisoner both got out of the car walked over to me and executed what appeared to be a wrestling said “CID, Let’s have a look at your licence”. manoeuvre, broke free and took to his heels. They were both big and tough looking but well One of the PCs was doubled up gasping for dressed and could have been CID. I refused to Police Down Under April 2021 17
produce my licence until they had first shown champion. They both appeared in court the me a warrant card. The situation then got a bit following morning where they admitted stopping heated and I was subjected to vague threats. motorists “As a joke” but denied that they had Finally, I suggested that I followed them to said they were police officers. My evidence Ladywell Police Station where I would produce was believed, and they were found guilty and my licence. At no time did I tell them I was a fined. Although their looks towards me as we Police Officer. They agreed to this but by the left court were quite hostile many years later time I had got on my bike they had driven off at when visiting a restaurant with friends, I bumped speed and disappeared. I continued to Ladywell into one of them, who treated me as a long lost Police Station where I supplied the registration friend and offered to buy drinks for me and my number of their car and wrote a statement. As I friends. Over the course of the years, I bumped was doing this other complaint started to come into quite a few people whom I had previously in of other motorists being stopped in similar arrested and more often than not they would circumstances. Eventually a report was received give me a cheery greeting despite having made that the car had been seen parked outside “Mr all sorts of threats at the time. Smith’s Club” in Catford. This was an infamous night club regularly frequented by well-known gangsters and a short time previously had been the scene of murders during a gang fight involving the Kray and Richardson gangs. I was asked if I was prepared to go into the club and identify the suspects to which I agreed. The club was then surrounded by several uniform police officers and I walked into the club in the company of one CID officer. I was still wearing my motorcycle clothing. As we walked through the club the crowds parted until facing us were my two “suspects” flanked on each side by another three or four “heavies”. It was like a scene out of “High Noon”. The CID officer, who seemed to know the “heavies” Long Service Medal Award 1976 then explained that we were “mob handed” outside, that we didn’t want any trouble in the club and would my two “suspects” accompany him outside where “this gentleman”, indicating LOOKING BACK: me, would make an allegation against them. They agreed to this. I made my allegation, I spent 28 years as a as a City of London which they denied and tried to laugh off, but Police Officer. If the police service and the somewhat to their surprise they were then British public were still the same today I would arrested and cautioned, and we all made our cheerfully do it all over again. No other job way back to Ladywell Police Station where could have given so much interest and so much despite their continuing denials they were variety, dealing daily with every section of the charged with personating a police officer. Whilst public, and with every sort of event ranging from the paperwork was being completed, I took off the tragic right through to the farcical. Above my motorcycle jacket and it was a real pleasure all there was the comradeship of the men (and to see the look of shock on their faces when women) that I worked with. Always “Taking the they realised that they had stopped a City of Mickey” out of each other but always loyal and London Police Sergeant. It was at this time dependable when the need arose. that I realised that I recognised both men. One It is said that “A policeman’s lot is not a happy was a Fleet Street printer, the other a Smithfield one”. I would disagree. Market worker who a couple of years previously had been a European professional boxing 18 Police Down Under April 2021
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Article Writing Competition International Police Association (Australian Section) Inc. Police Down Under Magazine Article Writing Competition Writers of all ages and backgrounds are being given the opportunity to particpate in the annual IPA Police Down Under Article Writing Competition. There are three categories with the winner of each being awarded $200 cash. Police related theme articles can be based on (but not limited to) contemporary policing issues, specialised services, case studies or personal experiences. Travel related articles can be based on a police, IPA, or personal travel story. Selected entries will be published in Police Down Under, the nationally distributed IPA Australia magazine, throughout the year. The winning entries will also be posted on the IPA (Australia Section) website. Entries close 31st August of each year. Category 1: Police related theme (non travel) (Open) Category 2: Police related theme (non travel) Category 3: Travel related theme Entry conditions: • Preferred length of articles - around 1500 words • Articles can be accompanied by related images (will be judged on written content only) • Articles must be the author's own work • Articles must not have been previously published • All entrants agree to the publication of their article in PDU (at National Editor's discretion) • Multiple entries may be submitted • Category 1 open to general public • Category 2 and 3 open to current financial IPA Australian Section Members only • Judge's decision is final and no correspondence shall be entered in to • Winners will be announced at the National AGM each year • Winner's details will be published in the December issue of PDU each year CASH PRIZES TO BE WON 20 Police Down Under April 2021
NSW Region News NSW Chairperson Patron: and Sub Editor: Commissioner John Maricic, APM Michael Fuller, APM Hope that you and your families had an 40 YEAR CERTIFICATE: John Paul Granata enjoyable Christmas and New Year, and that Last year I had the pleasure of presenting 2021 is much better for all. Now that it is member John Paul Granata with his 40 underway, and there has been a relaxation of year Certificate. John was a member of the COVID restrictions by the NSW Government, Victorian Police for 3 years and unfortunately we can look forward to discussing and had to resign due to health issues. Although planning some well-earned social events. it continued to plague him, he moved back to I would like to thank our former Treasurer NSW and served on the NSW Region Executive Charles Buttrose for his dedication and hard for a number of years. Upon first meeting work over many years who stepped down from him I discovered that his Certificate of Service his role this month. was never returned to him when he made application to join the IPA. After discussions with our Victorian colleagues and the Chief Police Commissioner’s office we were able to obtain another certificate which I presented to him with his wife Loretta present. To say he was overwhelmed is an understatement. It Charles Buttrose now hangs alongside his 40 year Certificate in I’m pleased to welcome our new member Doug his study. Keen who has taken on the challenge. He was the treasurer for the NSWPF Rugby League for 10 years, a player, a referee and responsible for organising playing tours to England, New Zealand and Europe. Doug was one of the founding members of the Australian Police Rugby League and performed the secretary and treasurer roles for 5 years. He still maintains his links to the NSWRL and the NRL. He served almost 20 years in the NSWPF and now is the sales manager for security company Anytime Services. Doug is an active member within the Business Network International, developing a healthy and respected association with businesses and organisations across Australia. He is a people person and is John Paul Granata with John Maricic already talking about value adding, increasing membership, and ensuring members are the priority. SOCIAL NEWS Our NSW Region Christmas Dinner was held at the Pastizzi Café in Newtown, a change from the past couple of years. The 30 odd members enjoyed the Maltese and Italian cuisine, which was washed down with red and white wines and cleansing ales. It was pleasing to see our Doug Keen older members sharing their experiences with Police Down Under April 2021 21
our newer ones who gained an insight into the world of what the IPA is all about. It is important that we mentor and develop them as they will take the reins into the future. We were joined by our former National President Geoff Rodda who performed his last official role, enjoying the festivities and was on hand to draw the lucky door prizes. Proudly Supporting Police in our Region KEMP’S WATER BLASTING Providing High Quality, Satisfaction Guaranteed Pressure Washing Residential Pressure Cleaning Specialty Pressure Cleaning Commercial Pressure Cleaning Roof Cleaning Petrol Station Cleaning Factory Pressure Cleaning House Washing Government Buildings Builders’ Pressure Washing Driveway Cleaning Oil Spill Clean-Ups Car Park Cleaning Tile Cleaning Pontoon Cleaning Cool Room Cleaning Tennis Court Cleaning Jetty Cleaning Shopping Centre Cleaning Deck Cleaning Graffiti Removal School Grounds Obligation Free Quotes Bookings: (02) 9491 7177 Sydney - All Areas 22 Police Down Under April 2021
The Bill Weaving Memorial Award for Photography About the Bill Weaving Memorial Award for RULES: Photography 1. The competition is open to financial members of In memory of our departed member William (Bill) the International Police Association Australian Weaving …. Welcome to the “The Bill Weaving Section. Memorial Award for Photography” Our gracious 2. Members are permitted to enter one photograph thanks is extended to Victoria Region member Mrs per category for each edition of the Police Down Suzanne Pinchen for her generous offer in providing Under magazine. an annual prize for the competition to honour Bill’s 3. Photographs entered must be non-offensive, memory. non-security compromising, non-inflammatory. No Bill was an avid photographer and in fact, one of his panoramic or portrait photos will be accepted. first vocations was as a photographer for a national 4. All images must be submitted as digital files in magazine. His camera was always close by for use in JPEG format. professional and personal situations. As most good photographers do, he would take many shots and 5. Digital images are to be submitted by email keep only the best. Hopefully, this competition will as an attachment and be at least 1MB and no foster professionalism and striving for excellence in more than 5MB in size. No postal entries will be photography for this magazine. accepted. DETAILS 6. Images must be original and not enhanced or compressed (Photoshop is not acceptable). The competition will run from December to October each year with the annual winner(s) being announced 7. Images entered into the competition must have at the National AGM each year. been taken by the applicant. The requirements are simple – send in a photo that 8. Copyright of all images submitted for the will have all readers spellbound. Well, perhaps that competition must be owned by the member is a little over the top but, they will need to be good submitting the image(s). When the image is photos. entered into the competition the owner grants the International Police Association permission This year, as we are already halfway through the to feature the image in any promotional period for entries, we will commence the competition material connected to this competition and in our June magazine. There will be one prize in any International publication relating to the awarded for an overall category, however, from the International Police Association. December magazine, there will be the first prize of $250 in each of two categories – 9. No fee will be paid to entrants. 1. IPA or Police Related Photos; and 10. Images entered into the competition will firstly be viewed by the National President and shortlisted 2. General Open Photos (can include travel, hobbies for publishing in each edition of the Police Down or interests, etc.) Under magazine. Before we set out the rules, here are some basic 11. Closing date for the annual completion will be the common sense guidelines. In selecting a photo for last Sunday in August. The finalists for the year entry, make sure it is the ‘best of the bunch’. Don’t will be selected and presented to the National send in ten photos for us to select the best photo Judge for selection of the winner in each category. please, you can only send in one in each category for each edition of the magazine. Make sure the 12. The decision by the judge is final. image is crisp and clear and within the rules of the 13. Winners will be announced at the National Annual competition. General Meeting in October each year. There are two categories for entries into the photo 14. The Rules and conditions of the competition may competition – be changed or the competition terminated by the Category 1: IPA or Police Related Photos. Photos International Police Association Australian Section in this category should centre around distinct IPA at any time as required. activities or functions (not just the monthly BBQ at PLEASE REMEMBER – All images entered must have a timeline advising information such as a photo taken by; location a member’s home) or, an interesting photo of Police photo taken (e.g. ‘holiday in Paris’); date (can be approximate). undertaking their duties. All entries are to be sent to the Secretary General. Category 2: Open Photographs. Refers to photos on Final closing date is the Last Sunday of August each year. any topic including travel, hobby or interest activities. Email: secretarygeneral@ipa-australiapolice.com.au Police Down Under April 2021 23
Erin Sellars Accredited Personal Injury Specialist Specialising in Police Compensation Claims “I am passionate about helping workers who have suffered a psychological injury. I am also passionate about assisting current and former police officers as well as other emergency services personnel in New South Wales who have experienced a personal injury get the necessary justice and compensation they deserve.” Erin Sellars Also attending Penrith | Gosford | Newcastle Wollongong | Sydney | Canberra Wagga Wagga | Albury | Armidale Orange | Bathurst | Coolangatta (02) 6058 6300 erin.sellars@dcalaw.com.au Sydney Office Albury Office Wodonga Office Suite 9 Level 3 Suite 5 Suite 3 154 Elizabeth Street 491 Smollett Street 69 Hovell Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Albury, NSW 2640 Wodonga, Vic 3690 www.dcalaw.com.au 24 Police Down Under April 2021
The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 NSW explicitly states that there are hazards that present themselves when an individual is working alone. These hazards include the development of a psychological injury and the deterioration of a person’s mental health. Due to our current global state and the enormous shift we have witnessed in working arrangements, there has been a collective realisation of this very risk. The absence of the comradery and interaction that our colleagues provide us with has been a very real loss felt by those forced to work from home. For many years I have been assisting NSW Police Officers across the state and a recurring commonality I have observed amongst these injured workers is time spent serving as single unit officers. This isolated work often sees officers working alone in remote towns, as mobile supervisors, highway patrollers and members of the NSW Dog Unit. In addition to this, I have witnessed a significant amount of police officers sustain psychological injuries and fatal injuries on account of having to defend themselves as single unit officers. A few former officers have described the feeling of working alone in emergency situations as a complete state of terror- often back-up is too far away and they are forced to make difficult decisions alone. Dr. Selwyn Smith, a consultant psychiatrist, has extensive experience in assessing and treating police officers who have served in single unit policing: “I have observed a marked decline in police officers emotional state when they have had to undertake single unit duties. I am aware that police officers carry a considerable risk of developing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety and Alcohol Abuse Disorder, when working as a single unit. The impact on their families is considerable. It takes its toll on relationship stability. If the guidelines within the single unit policies and procedures were implemented it would in my opinion go some considerable way in reducing the prevalence of psychiatric injuries in the Police Force”. A NSW Police Officer, has spent the past 26 years working mostly in remote areas and often as a single unit officer. He describes himself as hypervigilant and constantly in survival mode on account of his extensive time spent working alone. “You don’t have the luxury of someone else watching your back and you are constantly concerned that the most basic situation could turn into a life- threatening situation at any given time. It becomes exhausting.” The significance of the cost associated with implementing adequate safeguards designed to protect the mental health of single unit police officers is undeniable. However, the cost of these career-ending and life-altering injuries is much greater and a far more urgent concern. Police Down Under April 2021 25
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