Meeting

Sixty-five Retired Police Officers Association members attended their monthly meeting in Fenwick Hall on August 7. President Les Morris welcomed the gathering and presented an inscribed plaque to long-serving committee member, Rob Thomson.

Radio, television and stage identity, Bob Vaille, entertained the members, who delighted in his good humour and anecdotes.

Dinner

More than 80 members are listed to attend the RPOA dinner scheduled for November 20. As the club can accommodate only a certain number, those first in with their bookings will receive preference.

The charge of $20 per person must be paid at least 14 days before the dinner. This is essential for catering purposes.

All bookings should be made with, and fees paid to, Rae Holloway (8556 6787). Payment can also be made at RPOA monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month.

Picnic

Rae is also taking bookings for the RPOA picnic scheduled for October 19. This picnic is free to all members, and the number attending must be known for catering purposes.

Vale

The RPOA extends its deepest sympathy to the families of John Sharpe, Don Jamieson and Ross McCrae.

Annual subs

The RPOA again reminds its members to pay their annual subs ($15.60) to Don O’Doherty, 3 Margaret Court, Melrose Park, 5039, as soon as possible. This payment will eliminate the need for reminder notices, and therefore assist RPOA finances by saving on the 50¢ postage.

New members

The RPOA welcomes new members Ron Beckham, Anthony Tame, Kym Boxall and Frederick Papps.