Meeting

Sixty-eight Retired Police Officers Association members attended their final meeting for 2003 in Fenwick Hall last December, and were welcomed by President Les Morris. John and Margaret Fellowes and Thelma Harding received a special welcome, as this meeting was the first they had attended.

With the hall set up for a Christmas party, festivities began after the meeting. The bar was opened and a special afternoon tea held to mark the occasion.

The RPOA trusts that all its members enjoyed the festive season and looks forward to a happy and prosperous year in 2004.

Dinner

The RPOA annual dinner was a great success, with 108 members and partners enjoying the evening. Rae Holloway was acknowledged with a special thank you for the time and effort she devoted to arranging the dinner.

Deputy Commissioner John White represented Commissioner Mal Hyde and responded with thanks on behalf of the guests. The Police Club restaurant staff made an outstanding effort in their service to all those present. A delicious meal was served up in a particularly festive atmosphere.

Trips

Randell Kellas has the RPOA Broken Hill trip well in hand. Members who still wish to take the trip must contact Randell as soon as possible so that he can arrange accommodation.

New members

The RPOA welcomes new members Graham Brown, Robert Maggs and Bruce Allen.

Graduation

President Morris presented the RPOA trophy to Probationary Constable Travis Hebbard at the graduation parade of December17 at Fort Largs.

Life membership

Life membership of the RPOA was awarded to Bruce Kent for his untiring assistance willingly given at every monthly meeting.

Vale

The RPOA extends its sympathy to the family of Herb Laslett.