NSW Breaking News

Vale: Former NSW prison boss Ron Woodham

Published

3 years ago

6 August 2021

JeffG

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Vale: Former NSW prison boss Ron Woodham

Attributable to Public Service Association general secretary Stewart Little:

“The Public Service Association is deeply saddened to learn of Ron Woodham’s death. He was a union member for more than 40 years, rising from prison officer to the top job in a remarkable career that oversaw significant reform of NSW’s corrections system.

“Ron’s prison officer instinct for knowing the difference between a crook and someone who had a tough start in life stayed with him even in the top job. This understanding of the system and those within it saw him deliver innovative and meaningful reform.

“He was among the first to recognise Indigenous inmates needed more help than others. He pioneered specific programs to support rehabilitation and find a better life outside of prison. Ron was an advocate for women inmates, including establishing the mothers and children program. He also saw the power of caring for animals to aid rehabilitation and introduced programs across NSW.

“He was dedicated to improving our jails. While at times the union disagreed with him over just how to do that, no one ever doubted his fundamental commitment to bettering the lives of those who live and work in NSW’s jails.

“If a prison officer needed help Ron was the first person to put his hand in his pocket. He bled blue.

“On behalf of the union, I send my heartfelt condolences to his family.”

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NSW Breaking News

Four youths charged – Smithfield

Published

4 weeks ago

26 September 2024

JeffG

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Four youths charged – Smithfield

Tuesday, 24 September 2024 11:53:46 AM

Officers from Strike Force Sweetenham have charged 4 teens following a pursuit in Sydney’s south west yesterday.

About 11.40am (Monday 23 September 2024), officers attached to Cumberland Highway Patrol attempted to stop a grey SUV on Woodpark Road, Smithfield.

When the vehicle failed to stop as directed, a pursuit was initiated.

The pursuit was terminated and a short time later, the vehicle allegedly collided with a white SUV at the intersection of Merrylands Road and Cumberland Road, Greystanes.

The driver of the white SUV, a 75-year-old man, was trapped for a short time before self-extricating.

He was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to hospital as a precaution.

The driver of the grey SUV, a 14-year-old boy, and his four passengers ran from the scene.

Three boys, and 11-year-old, two 14-year-olds, and 18-year-old man, were arrested nearby and taken to Granville police station.

A fourth female passenger ran from the scene and has not been located.

The driver was charged with police pursuit and drive conveyance taken without consent of owner. He was given conditional bail to appear before a Children’s Court on Monday 14 October 2024.

The18-year-old man was charged with be carried in conveyance and breach of bail. He was refused bail to appear before Parramatta Local Court today (Tuesday 24 September 2024).

The other 14-year-old boy was taken to Westmead Hospital for treatment of a broken arm, and he will be dealt with under the Young Offender’s Act.

The 11-year-old boy was dealt with under the Young Offender’s Act.

Inquiries are ongoing into the incident.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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Northern Rivers Local News

The Northern Rivers Times Newspaper Edition 202

Published

5 months ago

21 May 2024

JeffG

The Northern Rivers Times Newspaper Edition 202

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The Northern Rivers Times Newspaper Edition 202

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