www.ipa-australiapolice.com.au POLICE DOWN UNDER © APRIL 2021 • Volume 54 No. 2 Print Post Approved 100004361 APRIL 2021 • Volume 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 2 Police Down Under April 2021 Contents Featured Articles . National Executive Bureau .........................4 President’s Message ..................................5 Editor’s Message ........................................7 10 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 IPA Geek Corner by Jason Brewer ...........35 17 Clif Hardy Article .......................................37 PC224 “B” George Murrell 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. 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OFFICE BEARERS President & International Council Delegate JASON BREWER (WA) Mobile: +61 455 413 480 Email: [email protected] Vice President SEAN KILLALEA (WA) Mobile: +61 423 321 279 Email: [email protected] Secretary General MANFRED (FRED) WOJTASIK, APM (SA) Mobile: +61 437 799 792 Email: [email protected] Assistant Secretary General NATHAN BLAIN (QLD) Mobile: +61 488 649 708 Email: [email protected] National Treasurer LORENZO RICATO (QLD) Email: [email protected] 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 New NEB PAGE.indd 1 2/11/20 10:19 am 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 President's Message.indd 1 25/3/21 11:37 am 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 President's Message.indd 2 25/3/21 11:37 am 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