NTPL ISSUE 4 by Boo Media Pty Ltd

NT POLICE LEGACY NEWSLETTER

CHAIRMAN'S

MESSAGE

As we wrap up another impactful year, I’d like to start by extending my heartfelt gratitude to Board members Bruce Payne and Audrey Ko PSM, who resigned from the Board during this financial year. Their dedication and service have left an enduring legacy, and I thank them, along with all current and former Board members, for their contributions and unwavering support of NT Police Legacy (NTPL) and its families.

This financial year, NTPL has proudly provided over $54,098 in support to families, including $50,676 for education expenses and $3,422 for children’s birthday and Christmas gifts, as well as personal development grants. These funds are a testament to the generosity of our supporters, and I cannot thank you enough for helping us make a difference in the lives of our legatees.

A highlight of 2024 was the expansion of NTPL’s services to include financial support for mental health first aid training for adults supporting legatees. This initiative aims to equip caregivers with the skills to understand and address the psychological challenges faced by young legatees. Your ongoing support has been vital in enabling us to extend our impact in this meaningful way.

The NT Police Legacy Board

Chair: Melinda Burnett

NT Police Association Elected Representative

Vice Chair: Marcus Tilbrook

RPANT elected representative

Treasurer: Bruce Payne

Current serving NT Police Officer

Secretary: Karen Cheal

Board Members:

Commissioner Michael Murphy APM Commissioners representative

Superintendent Drew Slape

NTPA elected representative & current serving NT Police Officer

A/Superintendent Peter Dash

NTPA elected representative & current serving NT Police Officer

Owen Blackwell

This year also saw great success in our fundraising efforts. Our new collectible ‘challenge coin’ was an instant hit, with the first shipment selling out almost immediately. We anticipate restocking before Christmas — thank you for your enthusiastic support! Additionally, the restocking of our popular German Shepherd plush dogs has been met with excitement, further boosting NTPL’s profile. The demand for these items has been remarkable, and we look forward to unveiling more exciting merchandise in 2025. Stay tuned!

Looking ahead, we are excited to share that in 2025, NTPL will host the National Police Legacy Conference, providing us with new fundraising opportunities and ways to strengthen our mission. We’re also in the early stages of planning new merchandise launches and can’t wait to share updates with you in the new year.

A key decision by the Board this year was to standardise the payment of school support, ensuring consistent and equitable assistance to all NT Police Legacy children. These changes will come into effect in 2025, reaffirming our commitment to supporting the educational journeys of our legatees. For more details, please refer to the article on page 11 of this newsletter.

On a personal note, I will be stepping down as Chair following our next Board meeting to focus on spending time with my new family. While stepping back from this role, I will remain an active Board member, as NT Police Legacy holds a very special place in my heart. I am deeply grateful for your support throughout 2024 and look forward to seeing you all in the year ahead.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and festive Christmas season. Thank you for standing with NT Police Legacy and making our work possible.

Melinda Burnett Chair, Board of Management Northern Territory Police Legacy

MEET OUR BOARD MEMBER WITH OWEN BLACKWELL

Owen was brought up in Papua New Guinea and Queensland and moved to the NT in 1985 to work as a miner in Tennant Creek, before joining the NT Police in January 1987.

Owen has worked predominately in frontline areas across the NT from Kulgera in the south to the Tiwi Islands in the north and from Groote and Gove in the east to Kalkaringi in the west, and all major centres. Owen is currently working in the Community resilience and Engagement Command after four years as an instructor in the training college.

Owen is married to Deb, also a serving police officer and they have three children and three grandsons all residing in Darwin. This is Owen’s second time on the Police Legacy Board having been an NTPA representative on the board during the period over years 2011/2012".

Owen has been a big supporter of NT Police Legacy since its inception back in 1991. He has seen firsthand the fantastic work they do and is humbled to be back on the board.

THANK YOU TO OUR BOARD MEMBERS A MESSAGE FROM EXITING BOARD MEMBER MR BRUCE PAYNE

“Due to taking extended leave I have recently resigned from the Board of Management (BoM) for NT Police Legacy (NTPL). Like a lot of people, I 'signed up' to donate to NTPL when I commenced as a recruit. It wasn't until I undertook the Kokoda Trek in April 2016, with police legacy that I appreciated the assistance police legacy provides to legatees. Together with Liam Riley an NTPL Legatee, we walked the trek in 2016.

The experience of interacting with Police Legacy Legatees from around Australia on the Kokoda Trek brought a lot to me. To see and experience the personal development and increased confidence in Police Legacy Legatees, from both undertaking the trek and interacting with other Police Legacy Legatees and sharing their stories was a highlight of the trip and when I got home, I started making inquiries and getting more involved.

The NT Police comprises some 1,690 members. When a member passes away you will know them at some level. You may not know them personally, but you may have been in a course with them, worked at the same station or a person you work with knows them - we ask members to donate not for themselves but for the person sitting next to them.

Over the years members I have known have passed away and NT Police Legacy has offered a way for me to help their families.

In closing, I have enjoyed my time on the BoM with NT Police Legacy and I would urge everyone to become involved be it by arranging fund raising events, volunteering at events or by becoming a member of the board of management.”

Bruce served on the NTPL Board of Management 3 Jul 2019 – 10 Oct 2024, including being Treasurer from 13 Aug 2019 to 10 Oct 2024. He was a representative to the BoM of the NT Police Association.

A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM THE COMMISSIONER

As we wrap up another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible dedication and resilience each of you has shown. 2024 has brought challenges and triumphs alike, and I couldn’t be prouder of how we have faced it together. From handling day to day duties to managing complex and critical situations, your commitment to keeping Territorians safe has been nothing short of inspiring.

As the holiday season approaches, it is important that we all take a step back and breathe. Policing is a serious business, but it’s equally important to make room for joyful moments, to reconnect, and to support each other. I encourage you to slow down when you can, take the time to talk to your colleagues and friends, listen to what’s on their minds, and appreciate everything around you.

During this time, we remember the officers we have lost and honour their

NEW MERCH: CHALLENGE COINS

As promised in 2023, we have made a significant effort to introduce new merchandise this year… and we are excited to announce the sale of our inaugural NT Police Legacy Challenge Coin. The bronze challenge coin comes encased in a clear plastic case weighing 44gm, 4mm thick and 44mm diameter.

Cost is AU$20 per coin with all proceeds going towards providing support to our Police Legacy Legatee Families.

For Bulk Orders – please email secretary@ntpolicelegacy.com.au to arrange and confirm postage or via our Facebook page: facebook.com/ ntpolicelegacyinc.

To buy online, head to: trybooking.com/events/landing/1297097

legacy. Their dedication and sacrifice remind us of the profound responsibility we carry in our roles. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude for the work that Northern Territory Police Legacy does in supporting the families of those we have lost, ensuring that their memory and contributions are never forgotten. As we celebrate the joys of the season, let us take a moment to reflect on their service and the impact they have made on our lives and communities.

Christmas is a time for family, friends, and renewal, and I hope each of you can spend it surrounded by those who matter most. Let’s look forward to the new year with purpose and energy, ready to serve and protect as we always do, but also prepared to find moments of joy along the journey.

For those of you who will be enjoying holidays and traveling, I wish you safe travels and memorable time with loved ones. And for those who will be working, thank you for your dedication and commitment, stay safe out there.

On behalf of all the leadership team, I wish you a safe, restful, and joyful Christmas. Here’s to another year of camaraderie, strength, and commitment to our mission – a safer Territory and to each other.

Safe Policing.

Warm regards

A MESSAGE FROM HIS HONOUR PROFESSOR THE HONOURABLE HUGH HEGGIE

Christmas has many meanings: a time for celebration, for family and friends, for reflection and for hope. I would like to use it as an opportunity to congratulate you on your good work this year past, and to wish you all the very best for the year ahead.

It is an honour to be patron of Northern Territory Police Legacy. Much of my work is about acknowledging and recognising communities and volunteers, and the way that we care for each other.

It is more important than ever that we do this – that we think beyond ourselves to extend our kindness to others. So, I think it

tremendously honourable that you are taking care of your own, unselfishly.

Not only do you take care of our communities during your everyday duties, you are actively providing for and supporting the families of your fallen colleagues. Truly, this is noble work, and I thank you for it. All the best to you and your families this Christmas.

His Honour Professor the Honourable Hugh Heggie AO PSM, Administrator of the Northern Territory

ARE YOU A CURRENT SERVING POLICE OFFICER?

Help support Northern Terrtitory Police Legacvy by increasing your payroll donation

NT Police Legacy is grateful for the support from our Police contributors. Through their generosity we are able to provide a continued service to those in the ‘police family’ who have been struck by the loss of a loved one.

NT Police Legacy relies on the generosity and support from our Police contributors via payroll deductions. To help us continue supporting our Legatee families, we are asking you to increase your donation to a minimum of $5 per fortnight.

To update your contribution please contact NT Police Salaries or simply go to:

1. myHR > My Money > Payroll Giving > Continue (bottom of the page)

2. Click on Charities under the New Deduction option. Select ‘Northern Territory Police Legacy’ and update the monetary contribution to a minimum of $5. The number of deductions should be selected as ‘unlimited’.

NT Police Legacy thank you for your continued support in helping us provide our Legatee families with their emotional, financial, educational and welfare needs.

Not a serving member? You can still make regular donations by heading to our website nt.police legacy.com.au. No matter how great or small your contribution is,every bit helps make a difference to the lives of our families.

FUNDRAISING HIGHLIGHTS

JULY

BUNNINGS BBQ RAISES OVER $6K

On Sunday 14 July NT Police Legacy held a fundraising event at the Bunnings Palmerston site.

We were overwhelmed with the support and kindness that we received and we wish to thank EVERYONE who kindly donated, purchased merchandise or ate a snag! And a special mention also to Police Credit Union and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners who assisted financially in helping us to make this happen.

We have appreciated everyone’s support and are pleased to say we raised $6,092.40 — which also included an overwhelming sale of our fluffy dogs.

JULY

THE ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR POLICE LEGACIES

The annual National Conference for Police Legacies was held in Brisbane this year, 26-28 July 2024, hosted by Queensland Police Legacy, attended by all state & territory Police Legacies. NT Police Legacy was represented by board member Detective Superintendent Drew Slape and Secretary Karen Cheal.

'MOU' (Memorandum of Understanding) between the Police Legacies. Despite each state and territory being separate organisations, and governed independently by separate constitutions, they have similar and objectives.

This collaboration between jurisdictions is of great benefit to the NT Police Legacy Families who live around Australia who offer joint support where possible. Our Families are living throughout Australia and access support from both SA and WA Police Legacies.

Tilbrook (NT Police Legacy Vice Chair) and Eddie Webber (President of the National Trust of Australia - NT)

It is an opportunity to collaborate, share ideas and to strengthen our support for the police family. The exchange of knowledge, experiences, and innovative ideas was truly inspiring.

The respective Board Chairs and Representatives support and sign the

During the conference we were presented to by underwear manufacturing company Step One CEO Greg Taylor who extended an invite to collaborate and fundraise though the sale of Police Legacy branded underwear.

GOVERNMENT HOUSE

On Wednesday 26 June NT Police Legacy were invited to attend a reception at Government House by His Honour Professor the Honourable Hugh Heggie AO PSM.

This invitation was in honour of our Patronage organisation and Honorary roles and NT Police Legacy Vice Chair Mr Marcus Tilbrook had the delight of attending on our behalf.

Marcus

National Conference CEO, Managers and RepresentativesSecretary

The Northern Territory has recently accepted this partnership with sales to commence later in the year.

2024 sees NT Police Legacy Inc take over the role of Secretariat for the coming 12 months and to host the National Conference in 2025. It will be a privilege for the Board of Management to host this group and hope to showcase what is the 'NT', with another great opportunity to collaborate and celebrate the cause that supports and provides for Police Legacy Families across Australia.

2024 ALICE SPRINGS TRIPLE ZERO BALL RAISES OVER $15K

2024 Alice Springs Triple Zero Fundraising Ball was held 24 August 2024 with the event organised by a volunteer committee and hosted at the Alice Springs Convention Centre. A formal, black-tie ball raising over $15,000 on the night, with proceeds going directly towards assisting the families of the fallen Northern Territory Police Officers through Northern Territory Police Legacy.

The volunteer committee and attendees encompassed members from NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Alice Springs Hospital, St John Ambulance, Correction Centre, AFP RDFS, as well as other key service providers within the Alice Springs Community.

The organising committee would like to thank the major sponsors of the night, the Alice Springs Police Club Inc, Lasseters Centre of Entertainment, Northern Territory Police Association, Salary Packaging Australia, Brian Blakeman Surveys, and Alice Springs Brewing Co. The event could not have gone ahead without their generous support and donations.

The evening was a roaring success, with attendees reporting a great night socialising, creating professional networks and dancing the night away to the dulcet tones of musical ensemble “Late Scratching”.

Northern Territory Police Legacy is extremely grateful to everyone who attended this event, as well as those who generously donated goods and support.

If you would like to donate in kind services and/or prizes or sponsor future events please contact secretary@ntpolicelegacy.com.au and we would be glad to make the relevant connections.

TRIPLE 0 CHARITY BALL

FUNDRAISING HIGHLIGHTS

NATIONAL POLICE REMEMBRANCE DAY

National Police Remembrance Day in the Northern Territory took place on Friday, September 27th. In Darwin the Northern Territory Police Force, Australian Federal Police, and Australian Border Force marched together, along with serving and retired police officers.

Separate services were also held in Alice Springs at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, Katherine Memorial Cemetary at the graveside of Constable William "Bill" Condon and Tennant Creek Regional Cemetary at the graveside of Constable Maxwell Gilbert. National Police Remembrance Day is a day to honour police officers who have died in the line of duty or as a result of their duties.

Commander Kylie Anderson speaking at the Katherine service on National Police Remembrance Day.

FUNDRAISING FOR NT POLICE LEGACY

If you would like to help by fundraising for NT Police Legacy please contact us at secretary@ntpolicelegacy.com.au

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NT Constable, Ashlea Hill laying a wreath at the graveside of Constable William "Bill" Condon in Katherine Memorial Cemetery.

WALL TO WALL RIDE FOR REMEMBRANCE

The annual Wall to Wall Ride for Remembrance was held this year on Saturday 14 September 2024. The ride raises funds for Police Legacies in each riders home state.

The ride from the EPIC centre in Canberra into the National Police memorial Wall is the culmination for many of several days riding from their home states to Canberra to participate. Each state carries a wooden baton with the names of all members killed on duty in a scroll in the handle of the baton.

44TH AUSTRALASIAN POLICE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP OPENING DINNER

NT Police Legacy were invited to hold a stall at the 44th Australasian Police Basketball Championship opening dinner.

We were pleased to meet fellow peers from Australia wide as well as raise funds from the sale of our merchandise. We thank NT Police Basketball Association immensely for this opportunity.

DONATE ONLINE

If you would like to donate direct to NT Police Legacy, head to: gofundraise.com.au/ payments/donate/beneficiary/1398

BANK DEPOSIT

NT Police Legacy also benefits from the generosity of family members, Retired Police, club fundraisers and the public. If you would like to donate, you can deposit directly into our account:

Name: NT Police Legacy Bank: Bendigo Bank BSB: 633-000 Account: 1700-27296

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Get involved! There are so many ways you can support NT Police Legacy. Any contribution, no matter how large or small, is valued and help to make a difference to NT Police Legacy families.

DONATE

All donations are welcome. NT Police Legacy is a self supporting not for profit Incorporated Association which has been operating since 1991. We receive no government funding, and operates independently to the Northern Territory Police.

We rely on donations paid by members of the Northern Territory Police and members of the general community who kindly donate to help the Northern Territory Police Legacy support our Legatees

Donations can be made in a number of way; payroll giving, online, direct credit/deposit and these can be set up as regular recurring payments.

FUNDRAISE

Each year we run fundraisers, with 100% of profits being used to support our community. There are many ways you can get involved:

· Fundraise for us

· Attend a fundraising event

· Make a donation

If you would like to hold a fundraising event we can support you with any questions you have, as well as helping you obtain your Authority to Fundraise, and promoting your fundraiser. It is important to connect , review the outcomes and obtain the relative approvals and authorities before beginning your fundraising event.

SPONSORSHIP

We would love to speak with corporate partners interested in supporting our work. Our sponsorship agreements consist of financial support, in-kind donations, prize donations and volunteer opportunities. 3 4 5

VOLUNTEER

We welcome volunteers to help us from time to time with operational and fundraising tasks.

Those who volunteer their time to support and promote NT Police Legacy within NT Police and the wider community, we appreciate you.

Our newsletter is produced twice a year and contains a broad spectrum of articles in support of our members and police legatee community. If you have any ideas and/or wish to contribute to the newsletter in any way we are always interested, please contact us.

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CHRISTMAS DONATIONS

Christmas can be a difficult time for our Police Legacy families and their children. In recognition of this, NT Police Legacy provides monetary Christmas payments to children. The hope is the Christmas payment will help to bring joy and happiness to the children and is a welcome support.

The Christmas payment is $100 for each child 11 years and under and $150 for each child 18 years and under (as of 25th December 2024). Christmas payments will be processed the second week of December via electronic funds transfer directly into nominated bank accounts.

If you have a question regarding the Christmas payments to families, please feel free to contact the Secretary at NTPL on 0448 534 229

DONATE TODAY WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!

We would love to hear how you spend your Christmas payment! If you are happy to share a few words or a picture, you can do so by emailing secretary@ ntpolicelegacy.com.au.

STEP ONE

NT Police Legacy has partnered with STEP ONE to help the members of the Police Legacy Family.

$5 from every pair sold is donated to Northern Territory Police Legacy!

Why wait? Grab yours today, support the NT Police Legacy Inc - Step One campaign and be part of the gift that keeps on giving.

Designed to support those who serve and protect, Step One Underwear brings unmatched comfort in 4 different styles that feature the Police Legacy Insignia.

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EDUCATION GRANTS INCREASED FROM 2025

Starting in 2025, the NT Police Legacy Board has approved significant changes to education grants, simplifying the process and increasing the amounts provided to support the education of NT Police Legacy children. This initiative is aimed at reducing the administrative burden on families while ensuring consistent support for the educational needs of children from primary school through to tertiary education.

Starting in 2025, the NT Police Legacy Board has approved significant changes to education grants, simplifying the process and increasing the amounts provided to support the education of NT Police Legatee children. This initiative is aimed at reducing the administrative burden on families while ensuring consistent support for the educational needs of children from primary school through to tertiary education.

STANDARDISED SCHOOL SUPPORT

The Board has decided to standardise the payment of school support, providing $8,000 per student for all NT Police Legatee children in primary and high school. Additionally, $3,000 per child will be provided for children under the age of five. These payments will be deposited into family accounts either at the beginning of each year, or by semester, however families prefer. Families need only apply once each year and will not need to acquit the grant with NT Police Legacy.

EQUITABLE EDUCATIONAL GRANTS

Recognising the importance of education and the financial burdens it can impose, the NT Police Legacy Board has considered the situation for families

and decided that there should be no distinction between public and private education. Therefore, the families of all children will receive a grant equivalent to the maximum previously granted, increased from $7,000 to $8,000 to account for inflation. This grant reflects the Board's understanding that all children are required by law to be in education or training until the age of 18 years. This approach aims to reduce the administrative load on families and to provide consistent support.

SUPPORT FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN

For children under five years of age, families will receive $3,000 per year per child to assist in their early development. This support acknowledges the importance of early childhood education and aims to provide families with the necessary resources to foster their children's growth and learning from a young age.

EXTENDED TERTIARY EDUCATION AND TRAINING GRANTS

In addition to the support for primary and high school students, the Board has extended the tertiary education and training grants to five years, applicable up to the age of 25 years. The existing

arrangements for applying and acquitting the twice-yearly grants, aligned with university semesters, will continue. Students can receive $8,000 per semester under this provision, which is designed to cover four-year degree programs followed by compulsory work attachments or similar requirements.

IMPLEMENTATION AND FUTURE OUTLOOK

These new arrangements will commence with the new calendar year, and the NT Police Legacy Board extends its best wishes to all children for a productive and successful academic year ahead, regardless of their educational stage. The Board is committed to supporting the educational endeavours of NT Police Legacy children, ensuring they have the resources needed to achieve their full potential.

By streamlining the process and increasing the grant amounts, the NT Police Legacy Board aims to provide substantial and consistent support to families, alleviating financial pressures and allowing them to focus on their children's education and development.

If you have a question please feel free to contact the Secretary at NTPL on 0448 534 229 or emailing secretary@ntpolicelegacy.com.au.

NTPL LEGATEES IN THE SPOTLIGHT

A message from NTPL Legatee Abby Cubillo, who is currently working for the Australian Basketballers Players Association.

studied a Bachelor of Sports Management whilst being a professional basketballer and working part time. I knew out of school that I wanted to get a degree, as education was important to me, and I understood that my basketball career wouldn’t last forever. The decision to study at university was made so much easier through the ongoing support of the NT Policy Legacy Program.

I chose to study a Bachelor of Sports Management because whilst being in a professional sporting environment, I was always interested in the business side of sport and how clubs were run. I studied full time for 3 years in Canberra, living out of home, playing, and training 10-15 hours and working 25 hours a week on average at a childcare centre. The NT Police Legacy financially support my university degree throughout this time, which meant that I did not have to put more financial pressure on myself to continue my athlete lifestyle. They constantly checked-in and celebrated all my academic and sporting successes along the way. I don’t believe that I would be in the position I am today without their help and support.

I completed my degree in 2021 and have had the opportunity to work in a few different roles that have aligned with this degree. I worked for Indigenous Basketball Australia for a 6-month period, in an admin and operational role. I am currently working for the Australian Basketballers Players Association 1 day a week remotely as the coordinator for their National Emerging Leaders Program. I also engage in the facilitation of other mentoring and leadership programs, which gives me the opportunity to travel and share my journey with other aspiring athletes.

I unfortunately torn my ACL in May 2023, which meant having a job was a necessity as I was not being paid as an athlete during this time. I have now completed my ACL recovery and am back playing. I have a greater appreciation for my body and its capabilities, but I also now have a better understanding of what my life will be like post-career. I enjoy balancing both a working life and a sporting career, and plan to do so as long as my body allows! These opportunities would not have come by without the completion of my degree, and the support of the NT Police Legacy.

I am so grateful for the support of the NT Police Legacy, for not only myself but my family too. Nothing has ever been too much of an ask, and they have become a part of our extended family.