Young police widow Inside this issue: achieves dream police widow achieves dream One of the most eagerly anticipated fund raising events on the WA Police Legacy calendar is the ‘Bloody

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WA Police Legacy Inc. and the WA Police Families Advisory CouncilWINTER 2009Volume 1 • Issue 2

Young police widow Anna Murphy hasfulfilled a personal dream she sharedwith her late husband, ConstableDamien Murphy, by completing herlegal studies which she began in theUK in September 2000.

After nine years of studying Anna wasadmitted as a legal practitioner at theSupreme Court of WA on June 4.

Damien, 31, was killed whilst on dutyon February 15, 2007. He wasattending a domestic dispute in Craigieand died instantly after being struck bya car he had signalled to slow down.

The 34 year old driver of the car wasjailed for eight years in July 2008 afterbeing convicted of manslaughter and isserving a minimum six years beforebeing eligible for parole. He was alsodisqualified from driving for 11 years.

“It's taken me a lot longer to qualify asa lawyer than I had planned because ofeverything that's happened,” said Anna.

“I couldn't contemplate evencommencing my Articles of Clerkship(the last stage of my legal training) fora long time after I lost Damien. It’s beendifficult to focus on anything and I wasjust trying to get through each day.”

“It goes without saying that there havebeen a lot of ups and downs and it’sbeen a roller-coaster of emotions overthe last 27 months. I’ve had to digdeep to complete my Articles. Damienwas so driven to become a lawyer, aswas I, and it has been this thought thathas been my driving force. June 4 wasa bitter sweet day but I know Damienwould be proud of me,” said Anna, 27,who is a member of WesternPower’s in-house legal team.

Continued on page 5.

• WA Police Legacy Inc. was establishedin 1992 to provide family support

and services to the survivingpartners and children of

deceased police officers.

• It is a registeredcharitableorganisation, fundedthrough thegenerous regularcontributions ofserving policeofficers, as well as

those organisationsand individuals who

support fund raisingactivities and events. All

deductions and receipteddonations over $2 are tax

deductible.

• The WA Police Families Advisory Councilis also funded by regular membercontributions and assists the families ofserving officers in times of tragedy,illness and despair.

• Each organisation is overseen by anaccountable Board of Directors, witheach Board including a representative ofthe Commissioner of Police.

Inside this issue:

Family says PFAC support forson “amazing” 3

‘Bloody Slow Cup’ honoursmemory of officers 6

Spiritual support doubled at the Academy 7

Anyone for tennis? 11

Newman trip a journey of self-discovery for young Legacy ward 12

A big thank you to “Mr Shortbread” and son 13

Karratha to Broome Bike Marathon 16

Young police widowachieves dream

One of the most eagerly anticipated fund raising events on the WA Police Legacy calendar is the ‘Bloody Slow Cup’ in Newman.

The rugby match between Kiwiand Aussie community membershonours the tragic death of four WApolice officers killed in a plane crash inJanuary 2001. Since 2005 it has beenheld annually in conjunction with amemorial service at the crash site.

Turn to page 6 to read more from oneof the co-founders of the event, SeniorSergeant Geoff Stewart APM.

WIN,WIN,WIN!!!WINE CRUISES, KIDS’ SAVINGS ACCOUNTS TO BE WONTrue Blue WA newsletter is for all members of the

Police Family. We have incentives and prizes to give

away, so make sure you show the children as well.

In this issue you have the chance to win one of

two Captain Cook Perth’s Famous Wine Cruises.

For the children, once again there are two

$100 savings accounts up for grabs in ourPolice & Nurses Credit Society “Spot

the Difference” competition.Please turn to pages 14 and15 to enter.

Get ready for the ‘Bloody Slow Cup’!!

TRUE BLUE WA • Winter 2009 • Official Newsletter of WA Police Legacy Inc. and the WA Police Families Advisory Council22

They say that those who fail to plan,plan to fail. That is why the Board ofWA Police Legacy (WAPL) continuesto place great emphasis on strategicplanning.

Our annual planning day was held onJune 12, in conjunction with the PoliceFamilies Advisory Council (PFAC), ofwhich I am also the Chair. While wereflected on the achievements of WAPolice Legacy to date, our majorfocus is on developing strategies todeal with the challenges that lie ahead,particularly in terms of finances andfundraising.

WA Police Legacy is fortunate to haveplanned for economic hard times andhas saved for a rainy day, so that wecan continue to meet the needs ofour beneficiaries. However, despitethese harder times, we still need yoursupport both in terms of time anddonations.

Our newsletter, True BlueWA, is but one of thenew strategies weare employing toraise the profile ofWA Police Legacyand encouragemore donationsand participation infund raising events.We have received lotsof positive feedback fromcurrent and past members ofWAPL and the PFAC on the quality,style and content of the newsletter,which is very encouraging.

In August WAPL will also berepresented at the nationalconference for Police Legacy in Sydney,when we look forward to exchangingideas and networking with ourcounterparts from other states.

Now I would like to express my thanksand appreciation to the following.Firstly to Microsoft Australia, whichlast year donated $25 million worthof software to over 1700 Australiancharities and non-profit organisations,as part of its Citizenship Programs.

WA Police Legacy will benefit from$1500 worth of software this financialyear and possibly again in the future.In addition, Microsoft Australia AccountManager Nichole Whyte, whonominated us for the donation, hasalso offered to assist WA Police Legacyas part of the program which allowsfull-time Microsoft employees threedays paid volunteer leave per year towork with a charity of their choice.Thank you to Microsoft Australia andNichole for your generosity.

Over the years WA Police Legacy hasreceived very strong support from theWA Police Union. I therefore take this

opportunity to thank and paytribute to retiring General

President of the PoliceUnion, Mike Dean, forthe unwavering supporthe has always provided.We look forward tocontinuing the good

working relationship wehad with Mike, with the

new General President of thePolice Union, Russell Armstrong.

I would also like to take thisopportunity to congratulate two ofour board members, Senior SergeantsGeoff Stewart APM, and Brad Sorrellon being promoted to the WA PoliceInspectors Promotional Pool. They willbecome fully fledged inspectors, oncethey move from their current positions,when Inspector positions becomevacant. Geoff, of course, is fully intoplanning mode for the ‘Bloody SlowCup’ (see page 6), to be held inNewman once again in October.

July will be very busy for us as wemeet with 40 – 50 children fromVictoria Police Legacy. They will bevisiting WA on a touring holiday, aspart of the annual travel program.The following week approximately 30of our children will travel south toCamp Quaramup, Albany, for aweek’s adventure holiday.

Finally, I would just like to reiteratethat the Board is always happy toreceive feedback from membersabout how we can improve.

Bill Leonard APMChair, WA Police Legacy andWA Police Families Advisory Council

Chairman’s Message

WA Police Legacy Inc. is supported by

the following organisations:

WA Police

WA Police Union of Workers

Police & Nurses Credit Society

Cable Beach Club Resort

“WA Police Legacy

is fortunate to have

planned for economic

hard times ... however

... we still need your

support in terms of

time and donations.”

NEWSFLASHCongratulations to A/SuperintendentBill Leonard who was awarded theAustralian Police Medal in the QueensBirthday Honours on June 8. Bill wasnominated for his outstanding voluntarywork as Chair of both WA Police Legacyand the WA Police Families AdvisoryCouncil. Bill has been actively involvedwith both organisations for many yearsand previously served as Treasurer ofPolice Legacy. He is currently theDirector of the WA Police ICT BusinessIntegration Division.

33Official Newsletter of WA Police Legacy Inc. and the WA Police Families Advisory Council • Winter 2009 • TRUE BLUE WA

Hartfield family says PFAC support for son “amazing”The last five years have been amixture of joy and significantchallenge for Acting Senior SergeantMatt Hartfield and his wife Jody.

But the challenges have been made abit easier, thanks to a little help fromtheir friends at the Police FamiliesAdvisory Council (PFAC).

Matt, who is currently the OIC ofKatanning Police Station, and Jodyare the proud parents of Tyler, five,Tait, three and Tarik, one.

While all children are regarded asspecial by their parents, their first-born, Tyler, is also classified as aspecial needs child, having been bornwith cerebral palsy.

Leading up to Tyler’s birth Matt wasstationed at South Hedland and hehad to travel with Jody to Perth forthe birth because of complications.

“When Tyler was born we were toldwe couldn’t take him home,” saidMatt. “We needed to be with him 24hours a day, but we had nowhere tostay. Someone put me onto PeterBrowne (Secretary of PFAC) and hearranged for accommodation, prettymuch across the car park from thehospital in Subiaco.

“We were there for some months andPeter kept checking in on us, helpingout where he could, bringing usbooks to read to break the monotonyand so on. He also arranged visitsfrom the police chaplain (Barry May,at that time). I can’t tell you howmuch the support of PFAC meant tous; it was amazing.”

When the Hartfields’ second childarrived, Tyler still required week-longstays in hospital for treatment. Henow receives weekly physical,occupational therapy and speechtherapy near his home, but still has totravel to Perth for reviews.

As Tyler’s needs are ongoing, Mattand Jody continue to source allavailable government funding forhim, but it doesn’t cover everythingthe family needs. A trust, which wasestablished for Tyler is overseen byPFAC Board members who mustapprove all requests for assistance.

The trust also helped to fund a visit toIndia for special homeopathictreatment not available in Australia,which Matt said helped Tylerenormously.

Young Tyler, who walks with the aidof specially moulded, orthotic legsplints, is now attending the localprimary school in Katanning, wherehe has made lots of friends.

He is also right into the computer,according to his Dad, thanks toassistance from PFAC and the Trust inproviding special computerequipment and programs as well as asuper size mouse.

Tyler’s Trust was boosted by a quiznight held in Perth in January lastyear, heavily supported by varioussections of the WA Police.

“Having PFAC and the Trust and theUnion to call on, it’s like having a bigbrother helping Tyler and us out. It’sreally hard to put it into words howmuch we appreciate it, but it’s so greatknowing we have someone to call on,should we need it,” said Matt.

Photo: Matt and Jody Hartfield pictured withTyler (centre), Tarik (left) and Tait (right).

WA Police Legacy Inc. is a registered charitable organisation that provides a range of services to the families ofdeceased or totally and permanently incapacitated police officers. There are many ways that you can assist us tohelp our police families. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.

If you are a serving member of the WA PoliceJoin the voluntary contribution scheme and participate in programs, events and management of the organisation.

If you are a retired officer or an interested member of the publicYou can make a donation at any branch of Police & Nurses Credit Society (Account details in form below). You can also fill in the coupon at the bottom of the page and post to: WA Police Legacy Inc., P.O. Box 87,Victoria Park, WA 6979

If you wish to leave a bequest in your willIf you wish to leave a bequest in your will for the benefit of the families of deceased officers, please contact theManager, WA Police Legacy Inc. for further details.

How you can help WA Police Legacy Inc.

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Anna completed her law degree atThe University of Liverpool andfollowed this with a post graduatediploma in Legal Practice at TheUniversity of Cardiff in 2004. It was inCardiff that she met her futurehusband, Damien, while he was visitinghis sister, Susie, who had just had herfirst child with her husband Matt.

Originally from Brisbane, Damien wasa former military policeman who hadserved with the Australian PeacekeepingForce in East Timor. He joined the WAPolice on July 29, 2002 and served inthe Police Breath Section andJoondalup Police Station. Anna movedto Perth to be with him in June 2004and the couple married in January 2005.

“Damien was also studying full-timefor a law degree and had only justtransferred to the University of WAwhen he was killed. He originallystarted a Business Masters at EdithCowan University and then changedcourse to study Law there.”

“We had only been married a shorttime and we had so many plans. Wehad just built and moved into our firsthouse together and we were in theprocess of building another housewhich was to be our investment for

the future. I was just about to startmy Articles and Damien was half waythrough his law degree. We had somuch ahead of us only to have itsnatched from us in such a cruel way.”

“Losing Damien has been devastatingand I am still trying to come to termswith my ‘new life’—you just neverknow what's around the corner.” saidAnna.

She said she was deeply touched thatEdith Cowan University hadestablished the ‘D.P. Murphy Medal’.Rupert Johnson, one of Damien'slecturers spoke fondly of Damien,commenting that “he was a delightto teach, possessed old worldmanners and was very popular withboth staff and fellow students.

“On one occasion in Semester 2, 2005Damien won the Nicholson Shield(for negotiation) and was always asupportive and well-preparedparticipant. The D.P Murphy Medal isawarded to the best oralist in thewinning team in the Nicholson Shieldfor Negotiation and is the lawschool's tribute to an excellentstudent whose great potential wasvery sadly cut short.”

In order to start her Articles andqualify as a lawyer in WA, Anna firsthad to undertake a course to‘convert’ her UK qualifications to WArequirements. She did this as a distancestudent through the University ofSydney whilst she was working atWestern Power. Anna has beenfinishing her Articles at WesternPower after first taking six monthsleave of absence after Damien waskilled, some of which time was spentwith her family in the UK.

Anna said she was incredibly gratefulfor the “amazing” support she hadreceived from Damien’s friends fromwork, and in particular SeniorSergeant Phil Birch, who was his OICat Joondalup at the time. Phil Birchalso accompanied her to Canberra tothe National Police Memorial servicein 2007 when Damien's name wasadded to the list of officers killed inthe line of duty and a handcrafted‘touch stone’ was added to thememorial.

She said she had also receivedtremendous support from WA PoliceLegacy Manager Peter Browne who“kept an eye on her” and, the policechaplains, Keith Carmody and MikeMateljan.

“I would really like to take thisopportunity to say a big thank you toeveryone who has helped andsupported me since Damien waskilled,” she said.

“Being part of the Police Family hadenabled me to go forward in a waythat would have been unimaginablehad I been on my own and not hadall these wonderful people watchingout for me. I will be eternally gratefulfor their support. It's comfortingknowing that there is such a caringbody of people who are so genuinein their help when our families are sofar away.”

When she is not at work, Anna canoften be found walking her dog,Winston, a Cavalier King CharlesSpaniel that she brought home amonth after her husband died. Shesaid she is settled in WA for theforeseeable future and will alsobecome an Australian citizen this year.

From page one ...

Young police widow achieves dream

Photo: Anna Murphy pictured with her latehusband, Constable Damien Murphy.


WA Police Legacy Inc. thanks you for your generosity.

‘Bloody Slow Cup’ honours memoryof officers killed in plane crashby Geoff Stewart APM, WA Police Legacy Board Member

In 2001 the Newman Police Sub-District was an area in size ofapproximately 256,000 sq kms. Thefurthest indigenous community wasKiwirrkurra which is 816 kms directline east from Newman and issituated 130 kms west of theNorthern Territory border.

On Australia Day, January 26, 2001,in response to a call for assistancefrom that community, a team of threeofficers from the Newman PoliceStation, Senior Constable Phil Ruland,First Class Constable Dave Dewar andConstable Gavin Capes were collectedfrom Newman Airport by a policeCessna 310 aircraft, call sign Polair64, piloted by Senior Constable DonEverett from the Pilbara District Officebased in Karratha.

They attended at Kiwirrkurra andhaving dealt with the situation,departed there at 7.30 pm, returningto Newman. Polair 64 contactedNewman Police Station by radio atabout 9.15pm and requested thatvehicles be sent to collect theNewman officers.

At 9.50pm Polair 64 entered thecircuit area of the Newman Airportand shortly after at about 10.00pm,the aircraft crashed 2.6kms south eastof the airport.

A search was immediately commencedby Police and local volunteeremergency services personnel,supported by other agencies andcommunity members, and at 4.30amthe following morning the wreckageof Polair 64 was located.

Tragically, all officers on board hadlost their lives. The impact on theirfamilies, friends and colleagues andthe community of Newman was andis profound.

This has been the most significantloss of police life in modern daypolicing history in Australasia.

In 2005 a simple local fundraisingidea, hatched in Newman PoliceStation, has quickly become a majorevent on the WA Police Legacy andNewman Community calendars. Ithas not only raised substantial fundsbut increased significantly thecommunity awareness of what WAPolice Legacy is all about.

In a play on rugby’s ‘Bledisloe Cup’,the ‘Bloody Slow Cup’ is a game ofrugby union between Australian andNew Zealand communityrepresentatives. It has grown from700 spectators in 2005 to over 4,000in 2008 and whilst the first cup raised$7,000, last year’s event raised $71,000.

Whilst the cup game is a hugedrawcard, by far the most importantpart of the event is a ceremony at thecrash site on the morning of thegame and it is now attended byfamily members of the deceasedofficers as well as other WA PoliceLegacy families. A large section of thecommunity attends the ceremoniesjoined by local and other WAPOLpersonnel as well as police from theNorthern Territory and Queensland.

Police from China have even attendeda ceremony and police from aroundthe world send their best wishes eachyear in support.

It has now become the biggestcommunity event in Newman andpossibly the biggest Police Legacyceremony outside the metropolitanarea. The families involved, the localcommunity and their police cometogether to remember Phil, Dave,Gavin and Don, killed in the tragic aircrash of 2001 and all other policeofficers who have given the ultimatesacrifice in the line of duty and thepartners and families left behind.

For the record, the Kiwis have wonthe last four Cups with this year’sceremony and game being held onSaturday October 24, 2009.

We look forward to bringing youmore details in the lead up to theevent on how you can becomeinvolved or even attend.

Senior Sergeant Geoff Stewart APMand Constable Tony Signal are thefounders and organisers of theBloody Slow Cup. Constable Signal isnow based at the RegionalOperations Group.

Photos from top: Young Lachie Capes touches thename of his father Gavin Capes at the crash site

memorial; action on the field; the fiercely contested ‘Bloody Slow Cup’.


WAPOL has two Chaplains basedout at the Joondalup Academy andthey are available 24 hours a dayfor spiritual guidance and support.

After serving in the army MichaelMateljan (Locum Police Chaplain)then joined WAPOL as an officer in1977 serving at Central PoliceStation in Perth, Albany andKojonup Police Stations, CommercialAgents Squad, Warwick MobilePatrol and Perth Traffic.

In 1986 he resigned from theWAPOL to begin TheologicalStudies at Murdoch University andtest his calling to be ordained aPriest in the Church of God,following the Anglican Tradition.

After being ordained as a Priest in1990 Michael has been busy plantinga new parish in Heathridge, workingas Chaplain at John Septimus RoeAnglican Community School inMirrabooka and Beechboro, and,most recently, as Rector of the wellestablished Parish of Canning.

“I am, what many would say, atraditionalist, or Anglo-Catholic,”

“My Christian Faith is founded inthe Scriptures as handed down tous by the Apostles,” he said.

Also at the Academy Chapel is KeithCarmody who was raised in theAnglican Church (St Paul’s) inBeaconsfield, South Fremantle and

later at the International FoursquareChurch in Victoria Park.

Sensing the call of God to theministry Keith attended L.I.F.E. BibleCollege for 3 years and wasordained in 1981 whereupon hebegan his pastoral ministry.

In 1990 he completed furthertheological studies and is now theSenior Pastor of Calvary ChapelSecret Harbour.

In 2003 Keith became Club Chaplainwith the Fremantle Dockers and is amember of the Sports ChaplaincyAssociation of Australia.

“I have been with the WA Policesince 1997 serving as HRConsultant with the SouthernRegional Office, Acting SeniorPolicy Officer at HR Planning andPolicy, HR and Finance Officer forthe Peel Police District,” he said.

Keith and Michael are kept busy ona daily basis doing everything fromattending suicides and trafficaccidents to performing weddings,baptisms and funerals.

But above all Keith and Michael areavailable to provide spiritual supportand comfort to WAPOL employees.

WAPOL’s two chaplains MichaelMateljan (Locum Police Chaplain)and Keith Carmody work closelyin conjunction with Peter Browne,Manager and Secretary of WAPolice Legacy and the PFAC inassisting police officers and theirfamilies in times of need.

They are based out at theJoondalup Academy and areavailable 24 hours a day forspiritual guidance and support.

This article, reproduced courtesyof WA Police Public Affairs, wasoriginally published in the March2007 edition of Newsbeat, andprovides a profile of the twochaplains, who are also on theBoard of the PFAC.

Spiritual support doubled at Academy

Police Chaplains Keith Carmody and MichaelMateljan pictured in the Police Academy Chapel(Photo courtesy of WA Police Public Affairs).

Peer Support is there for youSergeant Austin Colquhoun is the WA Police Peer Support ProgramCoordinator.

“The program is based on the use ofvolunteers from the workplace, whoare trained in appropriate methods ofassisting and supporting colleaguesaffected by personal or work-relatedstress that is having adverse effects ontheir daily coping and operationalfunctioning,” said Austin.

“Our home and work environmentmay mean that there are times whenwe are subject to stress, uncertaintyand daily hassles. Often, we are ableto cope by using our own strategiesand with the support of family andfriends. However, sometimes we canbe subjected to crises, emergenciesand stressful incidents that aresudden, unexpected or overwhelming.There is evidence to show that stressbecomes more manageable whenyou are given the opportunity to talkabout your reactions. This is whenPeer Support can be of assistance.”

Austin said that trained Peer SupportOfficers take on a “stress managementmentoring” role within a clear set ofparameters.

“As the name indicates, the PeerSupport Officer provides “support”only and does not become acounsellor, or take on any other rolefor which they are not trained orqualified,” he said.

A list of current Peer Support Officerscan be found on the internal HumanResources – Outlook folder. SergeantAustin Colquhoun may also becontacted on 9268 7781 for furtherinformation about the Program.

WA Police Peer Support Program Coordinator,Sergeant Austin Colquhoun

WA Police Legacy Inc and WA Police Families AdvisoryCouncil Boards

WA Police Legacy Inc.

Patrons:Hon. Rob Johnson, JP MLA, Minister for Police

Karl J O’Callaghan APM,Commissioner of Police

Board:Chair: Bill Leonard APMVice Chair: Jill WilloughbyTreasurer: Jenny SaraAssistant Treasurer: Shane SadlerOther elected Board members: Bradley SorrellGeoff Stewart APMJulie VassiliouVicki Wray-WattsRepresentatives:Police Union: Kim SadlierWidows: Jane Bowen-SuttonCommissioner: Graeme CastlehowRetired Officers: Vic Smith

Police Families Advisory Council

Chair: Bill Leonard APMVice Chair: Jill WilloughbyTreasurer: Wayne BryanOther elected Board members:Vicki Wray-WattsIan ThomasDominic WoodTrevor CruickshankNicole HillHadyn GreenShane SadlerRepresentatives:Commissioner: Greg Young Retired Officers: Peter ThomasPolice Chaplains: Keith Carmody andMike Mateljan

WA Police Legacy Inc and WA Police FamiliesAdvisory Council BoardsIn the first edition of the newsletter we profiled the directors who sit on the boards bothof WA Police Legacy Inc. and the Police Families Advisory Council. In this issue we profilefour more of our dedicated board members.


WAPL Treasurer: Sergeant Jenny Sara

Jenny has been a police officer for 20 years and is currently stationed atthe Perth Watch House.

During her career she has beenstationed at a number of locations inPerth before becoming a detectiveand later transferring to BusseltonDetectives.

Jenny, who is married, becameinvolved with Legacy whilst atBusselton and commenced regulargatherings for Police widows.

“I thoroughly enjoy meeting andassisting Legacy members and have akeen connection with the south westof the State,” said Jenny. “ThroughLegacy I have attended fundraisingevents including the Bloody Slow Cupin Newman, participated in the WildWest Bike Ride, Gibb River RoadMountain Bike Challenge andRainbow Coast Bike Ride andnumerous other events.

“Like many officers I have had theunfortunate experience of losingcolleagues and friends who were killedon duty. Through Legacy we havebeen able to assist many families invarious ways to try and adjust to thesignificant change in their life. Thiswould not be possible without thegenerous support of many committedcommunity and police members.

“It is important to maintain anddevelop Legacy so that we cancontinue to help widows andchildren.”

WAPL Commissioner’sRepresentative: Detective Superintendent Graeme Castlehow

Graeme is a career police officer,having served in a range of positionsover the past 30 years.

He is presently Detective Superintendentin charge of the Sex Crime Division(Specialist Crime Portfolio), and priorto that was District Superintendent atEast Metro District.

As the Commissioner's representativeon the Board for Police Legacy,Graeme acts as a conduit betweenthe Board and the Commissioner.

He also takes a governance view toensure that things are being doneappropriately, from both the PoliceLegacy and WA Police perspective.

“Having seen the Board and itsmembers operate over the past 12months, I have been impressed byboth the compassion andprofessionalism shown,” he said.

“WA Police Legacy is in good handsand getting better all the time. It's upto all of us to do our bit to keepPolice Legacy strong and relevant.”

Dates to rememberJuly

Visit from Victoria Police Legacy childrenDate: July 1-5, 2009

Legacy Children’s Camp Albany (CampQuaranup)

Date: July 5 -9, 2009

AugustKarratha to Broome Bike Ride(Nominations will close soon – Off Road Camper Trailer tickets

on sale from June)Date: August 9-12, 2009

Harvey Police BallDate: August 29, 2009

SeptemberWA Police Legacy Tennis Challenge

(in conjunction with Tennis Seniors WA)Fitzgerald Street, North PerthDate: September 23, 2009

National Police Remembrance Day(Refer to local police stations for

local arrangements)Date: September 29, 2009

Send your email address to Peter Browneat the WA Police Legacy Office to be

kept informed on any event (see contact details back page).

VALEDeepest sympathy to the families andother loved ones of the officers andPolice “family” who have passedaway since April 2009.

WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.

Serving OfficersBurt Dartnell 4011

Retired OfficersRobert (Bob ) Stephens 2196Anthony (Tony) Copeland 5180Neil Armstrong 2452George Doherty 5142

Police WidowsPerra Trigwell


PFAC Treasurer: Senior Sergeant Wayne Bryan

Senior Sergeant Wayne Bryan hasbeen a police officer for 36 years andis the Senior Welfare Officer in Healthand Welfare Services.

He is married with four children andfour grandchildren.

Since joining WA Police after leavingschool, Wayne has served at Derby,Central, Inglewood, Boulder, GoldStealing Norseman, Bayswater, BCI,Lockridge, Midland Ant-theft,Community Services Command, OICSchool Based, Manager Recruiting,Manager Transfers and the SeniorWelfare Officer at Health and WelfareServices.

“Like most police officers, I have beenexposed to a flood of social issuesand injustices, and the everydaytraumas that have been considered apoliceman’s lot,” he said.

“Since my time at Health and WelfareI have encouraged a collaborativeapproach with the WA Police Union,Police Legacy and PFAC to deliver thebest possible service to WAPOLemployees and their families.

“I have previously been on the Boardof Directors for WA Police Legacy andremain a Board Member of PFAC. Ibelieve my back-ground in welfare, aswell as my 36 years of policing, putsme in good stead to assist mycolleagues and their families in theirtime of need.”

PFAC Commissioner’s Representative:Inspector Greg Young

Inspector Greg Young has been thePolice Commissioner’s representativeon the Police Families AdvisoryCouncil since 2007.

He commenced his policing career asa cadet in 1973 and completed PoliceAcademy training in 1975. His earlycareer included general duties policingat Boulder, Nollamara and SubiacoPolice Stations, as well as Central andthen City Police Station. Included inthis period was a short stint as aDetective at Perth and Midland.

In a departure from frontline policingin the late 1980s Greg worked at theCrime Prevention Bureau in its variousforms, then at the Police Academy asan instructor and as a DistrictCommunity Policing Coordinator inFremantle. He then undertook the roleof Police Station OIC at MountHawthorn, before moving to a legalresearch position at the Police LegalServices.

He was promoted to Inspector in astaff officer role in 2003 before movingto the South East Metropolitan Districtin 2004. Married with two adultchildren, Greg currently manages thePolice Rail Units based at Perth andRockingham.

“Like too many police officers myknowledge of the work of the PoliceFamilies Advisory Council was minimaluntil I became directly involved throughmy appointment to the Council,” saidGreg. “I have been delighted to bepart of providing assistance to policeofficers in time of need.”

We have items ranging from badges, beanies and coasters to teddy bears, stubby holders, pens and tiepins/bars, so there is something for everyone. All proceeds from the sale of souvenirs/memorabilia supportthe widows and children of deceased police officers.

Available for sale from: WA POLICE LEGACY, Level 4, 573 Hay Street, Perth, WA 6000. Phone: 9268 7730.Orders can be faxed through to 08 9268 7744 or emailed through to [email protected]

WA Police Legacy Inc. Souvenirs for sale

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ITEM CODE PRICE NO. TOTAL

WRISTBANDSPolice Legacy Wristband 00028 $2.00

COASTERSWA Police (Gold) 00010 $4.00WA Police (Platinum) 00011 $4.00

STUBBY HOLDERSPolice Stubby Holders 00047 $6.00

PLAQUESWooden Base / Metal Badge 00035 $55.00Police Badge Only 00005 $25.00

KEY RINGSPolice Legacy 00077 $7.00

TEDDY BEARS 00100 $25.00

PENSPolice Legacy Pens (Blue) 00021 $5.00

TIE PINS/BARSPolice Legacy Tie Pin 00054 $4.00Hand Cuff Tie Pin 00053 $4.00WA Police Tie Pin (Logo) 00056 $4.00WA Police Tie Pin (Flag) 00052 $4.00Traffic Tie Pin 00057 $4.00NPM Tie Pin 00058 $4.00

NOVELTYPewter Pig on Wooden Base 00081 $27.50

TOTAL VALUE OF ORDER

POLICE LEGACY WRISTBAND

COASTERS

NATIONAL POLICE REMEMBRANCE DAY PIN

PEN

HANDCUFF PIN

WA Police Legacy will contact you to confirm your preferred payment and delivery/collection options.

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TEDDY BEAR (our best seller)

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Police Legacy events a win-win forpolice and community says AC

The benefits of police organisingcommunity events cannot beunderestimated, according to long-time WA Police Legacy supporter,Assistant Commissioner Mick BurnbyAPM.

“Not only do they improve PoliceCommunity relations but the fundsraised go to Police Legacy,” he said.

“Events such as the Bloody Slow Cup,the Karratha to Broome bike ride andthe Cable Beach Club Gibb River RoadMountain Bike Challenge all help policeto interact with the community in apositive way, to show our human side.

“In turn, these events allow thecommunity to support and thank policefor the job they do in protecting thecommunity all year round.”

Mick, who is now AssistantCommissioner Regional WA, firstbecame involved with WA PoliceLegacy in 1993, while he was OIC atOnslow. It was there that he becameresponsible for mentoring threeyoung legatees, strongly supportedby his wife Denise.

“We have always been tied up withPolice Legacy,” said Mick. “The childrenwe were responsible for were in ourcommunity and then eventually theywent down to Perth to further theireducation at Kent Street school andWA Police Legacy continued to helpthem a lot with birthdays, sportingthings and school camps.”

“We still go to as many Police Legacyevents as possible, the kids’ Christmascelebrations in Perth, the Con ReganMemorial Football Match at Freo and

country events like the Bloody SlowCup and Karratha to Broome BikeRide.”

Denise said they have always enjoyedthe Country Police Balls and arelooking forward to attending theBroome Police Legacy Ball onOctober 31.

“When Michael was Superintendent,based in Karratha, he encouraged allthe stations in the Pilbara to have anevent in support of Legacy and nearlyall of them did,” she said.

In his new role, which he took up inNovember last year, Mick says he willcontinue to encourage regional policeto get behind WA Police Legacy byorganising community fund raisingevents. He extends an invitation toanyone considering starting up anevent to contact him.

He recalls the first time seeing thebenefits of Legacy kids talking toserving Police Officers and tocommunity members at events.

“Our officers who have heard the kidsspeaking have a better appreciationof what it means to be part of thePolice Family and those communitymembers who have shared thoseoccasions have a renewed respect forPolice,” he said.

“It’s about giving an appreciation tothe community that we are alsohuman. I have served 23 years of mypolicing in regional WA, so I amfortunate enough to know thebenefits of getting involved in thecommunity,” he added.

“... these events allow

the community to

support and thank

police for the job

they do ...”

AC Mick Burnby APM and his wife Denise,pictured at the National Police Memorial

in Canberra.

Anyone for tennis?In collaboration with Tennis Seniors WA,WA Police Legacy will conduct a tennisevent at the Tennis Centre situated at176 Fitzgerald Street, North Perth(opposite the Italian Club), onWednesday September 23, 2009,starting at 11 am.

This competition was introduced onRemembrance Day 2008 to rememberand celebrate the lives of friends andcolleagues past.

Play will be conducted under handicapconditions and WA Police Legacy isseeking doubles and singles players.

“The focus is on social tennis ratherthan serious competition althoughsome enthusiastic participation isexpected,” said WA Police LegacyManager Peter Browne.

“It is expected that some of thechampions and sharks of the past willsurface to reminisce about their youthand championships whilst stationed incountry towns. There will also be thosewho have watched Pat Cash and othersand thought “that doesn’t look toodifficult” and may want to trythemselves out.”

“We are ready for anybody!” warnedthe handicapper.

There will be a social atmosphere aroundthe courts during the day, with sausagesizzles and refreshments, as old friendshipsare rekindled and new ones made.

“If you want to be in it, please sendyour expression of interest to us at theLegacy Office, PO Box 87, Victoria Park,WA 6979, so that we can keep youinformed about the planning stages,”said Peter.


Newman trip a journey of self-discovery for young Legacy ward“A journey of self discovery” is howPolice Legacy ward Jenae Claessendescribes her visit to Newman inOctober last year.

Along with fellow Police Legatee,Constable Simon Bowen, Jenae wasinvited by WA Police Legacy to themining town for the moving memorialservice for the four police officers whodied in the tragic police plane crashthere on Australia Day 2001.

She and Simon acted as ambassadorsfor Police Legacy and addressed localprimary and high school studentsabout the work of Police Legacy andthe experience of losing their ownfathers at a young age.

“The Newman visit was really an eyeopener for me,” said 16-year-oldJenae. “It made me see there was allthis support there, and they knewwhat it was like to have people dyingin their town and to have lost them.”

Jenae lost her own father, First ClassConstable Tom Claessen, in a roadcrash when he was just 33. He hadbeen driving home from a late shift atMurdoch police station in May, 1999.Jenae was just six at the time and herbrother Tim, just three.

Their mother Mary recalls the ghastlymoment she got a knock on the doorfrom the then police Chaplain, Barry May.

“Barry was just fantastic. Thatmorning, he was in my kitchenmaking Weetbix for the kids. He justtook over, which was exactly what I needed him to do,” she said.

Over the years, Mary said she hadreceived education grants for thechildren, which she found enormouslyhelpful. Her children also loved goingon the camps and she enjoyedattending the social outings with the kids.

Mary paid special tribute to PoliceLegacy Manager Peter Browne,whom she described as “a significantperson” in her family’s life,particularly Jenae’s.

“Peter is just so good to talk to.Through Police Legacy the childrenalso get to meet other boardmembers at camps and onfundraising bike rides and otherevents and these dedicated peopleput a significant amount of time andenergy into Police Legacy activities.”

“A lot of kids at schools like to talkabout what they did with their dad.But on the camps our kids get to dothings that other kids don’t. Tim has

been able to tell his mates aboutexciting things like shooting rifles atthe Campbell Barracks and gettingwinched up by the police helicopter.”

Mary, who lectures in speechpathology at Curtin University,remarried five years ago, to one ofher late husband’s best friends fromhis primary school days. However shestill uses her former married namebecause of the children and is verymuch involved in the Police Legacynetwork.

“I love attending the outings with thekids, things like going on picnics orsurf cat sailing. I also enjoy the rivercruise before Christmas, when youget the chance to dress up,” she said.

“The help we have received over theyears has been fantastic. I rememberTom mentioning about contributing asmall amount out of his pay for PoliceLegacy and the Police FamiliesAdvisory Council. Unfortunately backthen we never imagined that we wouldbe one of the families to benefit.”

With her own hard-earned savingsand financial assistance from WAPolice Legacy, Jenae travelled to NewYork on a school trip in April, as partof her TEE art studies.

Right: This NYPD officer was happy to provideJenae with a photo opportunity during her school

trip to New York. Following her return to WA, Jenaegave a Power Point presentation about her trip to

representatives of the Police Legacy Board andDeputy WA Police Commissioner Chris Dawson inPerth on Friday, May 1. Below: WA Police Legacy

ambassador, Jenae Claessen (R), pictured with her mother Mary and brother Tim.


WA Police Legacy says a big thank you to “Mr Shortbread” and sonGeraldton’s “Mr Shortbread”, thelegendary 94-year-old Joe Hollomby,whose life ended in tragiccircumstances in November last year,raised a staggering $1.3 million forcharities over the course of 20 years.

WA Police Legacy was among thenumerous charities to benefit fromthe fundraising efforts of the humble,great grandfather, who produced hisfamous shortbread, apple pies andfruit mince pies for the benefit ofothers in marathon baking sessions athis home.

The death of four police officers in aplane crash at Newman in 2001 wasthe key event that led Joe to donatefunds to police families.

But WA Police Legacy was particularlytouched when it discovered it hadbeen selected as the charity to benefitfrom the auction of Joe’s last sevenpackets of shortbread, held at hismemorial service.

Not only that, Joe’s son Les, who is aceramic tiler, decided along withother tilers with whom he wasworking on a job at the time, todonate the payment for the job toWA Police Legacy. In all, Joe’s send-off, which was attended by around200 people, saw $4,600 donated toWA Police Legacy.

Manager of WA Police Legacy, PeterBrowne, said the charity wasimmensely grateful to the late JoeHollomby and his son Les.

“We would like to say a very bigthank you to Joe and Les for theirgenerosity, from all of us at WA PoliceLegacy,” he said. “Joe was anamazing man,” said Peter.

Les Hollomby said his father hadpreviously owned a bakery inLiverpool, England, with his deliveryvan bearing the motto: “OftenButtered, Never Bettered”. But thefamous shortbread recipe wasoriginally developed by his latemother, May, who died in 1999. Shehad passed the recipe on to Joe.

“My Dad’s neighbour Sue startedhelping him with his baking shortlybefore his death, because he was onmedication and becoming verytired,” said Les. “It was Sue whosuggested the auction of the lastseven packets of shortbread shouldbenefit WA Police Legacy and Ithought that was a great idea.

“Since Dad’s death Sue and mypartner Marg have jointly made upsome batches of Dad’s shortbreadand together they have really nailedthe recipe. The smell of baking fillsthe house once again and remindsme of the happy times with Dad, andall the good he did for others.”

Les Hollomby said he also wished tothank WA Police Major Crime Squadand Geraldton Detectives “from thebottom of his heart” for theirinvestigative work which led to a 49 year old man being charged inrelation to his father’s death. On May6 the man pleaded guilty to killingMr Hollomby. He was remanded incustody for sentencing in August.

Les Hollomby (right) pictured with his partner Marg and his latefather Joe, known affectionately as “Mr Shortbread”.

Afternoon teaPolice widows who are unable to attend regular Widows Guild meetings(normally held on a working day), have started to network at new, informalafter hours get-togethers.

The first such event, an afternoon tea, was held at the Scarborough PCYC on Sunday, May 3. Another gathering is being planned for widows livingsouth of the river.

Pictured at the gathering are, L to R, back row: Tracy Ball and Mary Claessen. Front row, L to R: Nonie Browner (Widows Guild Vice President), Sally Coad (SA widow now living WA), Jane Bowen-Sutton (WAPL board member)Louise Oswald, Di Hallsworth, Dianne Jones and Vicki Wray-Watts (WAPLboard member).


Competition WinnersIn our first issue we featured twocompetitions for children and a drawfor 50 oil column heaters for policemembers and we were very pleasedwith the response.

Police & NursesCredit Society haveprovided two $100children’s savingsaccounts for thewinners of our Spotthe DifferenceCompetition.

We also featured achildren’s gardendrawing competitionwith the prizes of 10Hortex gardenpacks, supported byPadstow GrangeDistributors ofBelmont.

In addition we have 50 winners ofour draw for oil column heaters, justin time for winter.

The names of all our lucky winnersare published on the WA PoliceLegacy websitewww.policelegacywa.org.au

Thank you to all those who enteredthe competitions and heater drawand congratulations to our winners.To those who were not so lucky, westrongly encourage you to enter thecompetitions featured in this editionof the newsletter.

Peter BrowneManager, WA Police LegacySecretary, Police Families AdvisoryCouncil

Spot the difference

and win a $100

savings account

with Police &

Nurses

Kids!Kids, would you like to win a $100 savings account with Police & Nurses CreditSociety (PNCS)?

PNCS is offering two lucky children the chance to win one of these accounts. For a chance to win, you need to spot the difference between these two photos.The photo of police dogs “Cordy” and “Tana” on the right is slightly different tothe original photo on the left. Draw small circles around the three parts of thephoto on the right that are different, then fill in the details below, cut out thiscoupon and post to:

“Spot the Difference” Competition, WA Police Legacy Inc. PO Box 87, Victoria Park, WA 6979

Name Age

Police Member Number (your family will know)

Address Postcode

Telephone number

�

Photo: Courtesy Vicki Wray-Watts �Terms and Conditions:• Entry restricted to children of WA Police Members, and who

are aged up to 17 years.• Entries should be received by Thursday, July 30, 2009.• The first two correct entries drawn will each win a $100 bank

account with Police and Nurses Credit Society.

This delightful drawing by nine-year-old Lachie Chaytor was one ofthe winners of our 10 Hortex garden packs.

We have two “Perth’s Famous Wine Cruise” prizes for two adults each, up for grabs, courtesy of Captain Cook Cruises. For your chance to win, all you have to do is tell us the name of fiveCaptain Cook Cruise vessels based in Perth. You can check out the Captain Cook Cruises web page at www.captaincookcruises.com.au andlook under “Our Vessels”. Captain Cook’s “Perth's Famous Wine Cruise” is one of Perth's most enjoyable and longest running day tours. Cruise intothe picturesque upper reaches of the Swan Valley where you will samplefine wines at the prestigious Sandalford Estate and Waters Edge Wineryfollowed by a 3 course lunch overlooking the Swan River. Liveentertainment follows as you enjoy complimentary wine on the returncruise. The cruise departs Perth daily at 9:45 am and returns at 4:45 pm.

I would like future issues of the newsletter of WA Police Legacy Inc. and WA Police Families Advisory Council mailed to the address below. Please tick.*

YES NO

The names of five Captain Cook vessels in Perth are:

Name

Police Member Number (you or your family member)

Address

Postcode

Daytime contact number Email:

Terms and Conditions:1. Entry restricted to Police Members and their immediate families.2. Entries must be received by Thursday, July 30, 2009. The first two correct entries

drawn will each win a “Perth’s Famous Wine Cruise” for two adults.3. Prize winners will be notified by the Manager, WA Police Legacy Inc.4. Please cut out this coupon and mail it in an envelope marked:

“Perth’s Famous Wine Cruise”, WA Police Legacy, PO Box 87, Victoria Park 6979

Please also complete the following:

*By ticking the ‘Yes’ box you agree that your details will be included on our newsletter mailing database. WA Police Legacyand the PFAC undertake that your information will not be provided to any third party for any other purpose.

WIN fabulous Captain Cook wine cruises!

Enjoy supersavings in theSwan Valley

The Swan Valley, Midland is a world of surprisesjust minutes away from the centre of Perth.Here you’ll find a rich fusion of award-winningwineries, fine food, fascinating history,amazing art and lively events set againststunning scenery. And best of all, it’s just a 25-minute drive from the city centre.

Now thanks to the Swan Valley Super SavingsBook, you can enjoy Swan Valley savings everyday, and help raise valuable funds for WAPolice Legacy at the same time. The book isavailable at the amazingly low price of $5 fromthe WA Police Legacy Office.

Each cheque has a value listed on the top right corner of the cheque. This amountrepresents the money you can save when youvisit the business. All you need to do is removethe Cheque you wish to use and present thecheque to the business who offers it.

Just a few of the Super Savings available are:

• Dear Friends Restaurant: Buy one maincourse meal and receive the second free upto $40.00.

• River Bank Estate: Receive a bottle of winewhen you purchase two main course meals $25.

• Red Rooster Midland: Buy one quarter ofroast chicken and famous chips and receivethe second free.

• Mash Brewery: Buy one regular size beerand receive a second for only $1.00

• Oakover Winery: 25% off the total diningbill up to max value of $30.00

• Harvey Norman Midland: 10% discount offany purchase up to the value of $100.00

Contact the WA Police Legacy Office on 9268 7730 to obtain your Swan Valley Super Savings Book now.


Karratha to Broome Bike Marathon

WA Police Legacy Inc. andWA Police Families Advisory Council

Contact details:

Manager/Secretary: Peter Browne

Street Address:Level 4, 573 Hay Street, Perth 6000Postal Address:P.O. Box 87, Victoria Park 6979

Phone: (08) 9268 7730Fax: (08) 9268 7744Mobile: 0409 290 169Email: [email protected]

True Blue WA Managing Editor:Peter Browne (Contact details as above)

Editorial Consultant: Linda ByrneEmail: [email protected]/Fax: (08) 9336 2081Mobile: 0403 835 733

Graphic design, art and productionmanagement: Design Design Graphic ManagementWest PerthPhone: (08) 9481 6085

We’re on the web!www.policelegacywa.org.au

Registered as a newsletter with Australian Post Photo: 1/C Constable Zoe Cechner seen here in action at last year’s event. Zoe is currently undertakingdetective training at Karratha.

At the time of True Blue WA going to press,the successful Cable Beach Club Gibb RiverRoad Mountain Bike Challenge was overfor another year. In our next issue we willbring you a full report and photos fromprincipal organiser, Sergeant Simon Rimmer.

Preparations are well underway forthe annual Karratha to Broome BikeMarathon, to be held from August 9–12. Since the inaugural race, backin 1994, around $600,000 has beenraised for WA Police Legacy, withmore than $200,000 being raised inthe last four years alone.

Principally planned and managed byKarratha Police personnel andsurrounding stations, the event involvespolice officers from all over WA.

This year’s organising committeeincludes 1/C Constable Jo Motion,Constable Aaron Ravat, 1/CConstable Stuart Michael and 1/CConstable Bruce Hardwicke.

The ride is conducted as a marathonrelay involving two teams of 25 riders,with each team completingapproximately 430 kms. The LionsClub of Karratha/Dampier supportsthe ride by the preparation anddistribution of food and beverages forthe riders. The WA Police is also is atthe forefront of support, providingvehicles and personnel to patrol thehighway and escort the ride fromstart to finish.

A support crew of 20 is required toescort, feed, load and unload bikesand generally support the ridersduring the day/night ride. In 2003the ride was completed in a record26 hours under ideal riding conditions.

“There is normally a 50-50 split ofpolice and non-police riders includingseveral ex-police officers who stillsupport the cause, most notably,Craig Neil and Dallas Slape,” saidBruce Hardwicke. “Riders come fromall over the State, from as far away asEsperance, Ravensthorpe, Kalgoorlieand Kununurra. We’ve also had ridersfrom Finland and interstate.”

“Anyone on a bike is just as equal asthe next. We’ve had assistantcommissioners, inspectors, journalists,Legatees, corporate execs, ex-coppersand current serving officers. ColinTownsend (Ravensthorpe OIC) hascompleted more than 10 rides andthere are many who’ve done morethan five.

This year’s corporate sponsors include:N & L Transport, Down UnderCampers, Matt Dyson Marine, PilbaraIron, Rio Tinto, BP Reliance Fuels,Lions Club of WA, Karratha WindowTint, Topic Catering, WoolworthsKarratha and Wickham, Sodexco, G &S Scaffolds, Coates Hire, Cat Rentals,Fortesque Bus Company, Sealanes,Coca Cola Bottlers, SinWa Pty Ltd, MJoyce Crane Hire, Statewide EquipmentHire, Just For You Beauty Salon,Australian Army (Pilbara Regiment),Karratha Florist, Home HardwareKarratha, BP Karratha, BakersTemptation Karratha, Dampier PortAuthority, Mermaid Hotel, KomatsuAustralia, Lyons and Pierce Plumbing,Whim Creek Copper and Tae WaiManufacturing and St John Ambulance.

For more information please contact:1/C Constable Jo Motion on 9143 7200.

WA Police Legacy has a received adonation of $1,530 from the WA PoliceBowling Club (Inc.).

A cheque was presented to the DeputyChair of WA Police Legacy, Sergeant JillWilloughby, on Friday April 17, prior tothe commencement of the AustralianNational Police Bowls Carnival held inPerth in April 2009.

President of the WA Police Bowling Club,First Class Sergeant Peter Walsh, said thenational carnival was held in WesternAustralia once every five years, and thisyear it was WA’s turn to host the event.

Prior to the commencement of theCarnival, Peter said a fund raising socialevent raised $1,530 for WA Police Legacy,involving 230 players from 58 teams.

The Carnival commenced on April 18 andconcluded with the finals being playedon Friday April 24. Western Australia waswell represented and successful in anumber of events. The Carnivalattracted some 140 bowlers and theirfamilies from WA, South Australian, NewsSouth Wales, Victoria and Queensland.

Jill Willoughby said: “WA Police Legacy isextremely grateful to all the policebowlers who came to Perth and gave sogenerously. The funds will certainly beput to good use.”

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