Our chair today was Bob - this was his first time in the job so we were promised not to give him a hard time
Bob gave a Toast to the Rotary Club of Malta. At the end of WW2, everyone in Malta was given the George Cross, and of course Bob‘s wife was born in Malta
Bob welcomed Guest Speaker Kelly O’Brien, who will be more formally introduced later
To complicate things slightly, President Jim proposed another. International Toast to the Rotary Club of Kathmandu, charted in 1959
President Jim acknowledged soon to be a member Trevor - his induction will be at next weeks meeting in the presence of the District Governor
There will be a board meeting afterwards.
There will be a board meeting afterwards.
Deborah reported on the amazing conference which she attended with Mark.
Inspirational speakers such as Noel Pearson, Maha Sinnathamby from Springfield -
It was the 2nd “designated“ city, Brendan Neilson head of the Australian Museum.
Leadership theme with general Sir Peter Cosgrove, William McGuinness and a Ripper (not spelt that way)
It was the 2nd “designated“ city, Brendan Neilson head of the Australian Museum.
Leadership theme with general Sir Peter Cosgrove, William McGuinness and a Ripper (not spelt that way)
Mark said it was thoroughly entertaining.
Bob introduced Kelly but then, in what was becoming a theme today. Bernie did the actual introduction. Kelly is now stationed at Landsborough (as of yesterday) and she has known Kelly since whenever
Her bio is:
Senior Constable Kelly O’Brien
Police officer since 1995 – 27 years
Currently a General Duties – First Response Officer at Caloundra Police
Previously a Forensic Crash Investigator, QPS
Also Specialist Practitioner with the Disaster Victim Identification Squad, QPS
Commencing as a Highway Patrol Officer, Landsborough on 27 March 2023
Collaboratively worked with Stockland to have ANPR cameras installed in AURA. Project now has 16 cameras connected from Caloundra to Pallara, Springfield, Newport, South Ripley, Rhodes, Caboolture and Beerwah.
I have a passion for policing the roads and reducing the road toll.
Senior Constable Kelly O’Brien
Police officer since 1995 – 27 years
Currently a General Duties – First Response Officer at Caloundra Police
Previously a Forensic Crash Investigator, QPS
Also Specialist Practitioner with the Disaster Victim Identification Squad, QPS
Commencing as a Highway Patrol Officer, Landsborough on 27 March 2023
Collaboratively worked with Stockland to have ANPR cameras installed in AURA. Project now has 16 cameras connected from Caloundra to Pallara, Springfield, Newport, South Ripley, Rhodes, Caboolture and Beerwah.
I have a passion for policing the roads and reducing the road toll.
Kelly thanked us for inviting her.
She noted she had an iPad only (hopefully unable to print tickets - unlike Sgt Warryn)
She joined the police at 20, because she had a fascination with death, including those occurring in crashes
She is thankful to have served on the Coast at Kawana, Sippy, Downs, and Caloundra… And now, of course, Landsborough
Eight, RYDA sessions
Aura – copper wire being stolen, white goods etc
Met with builders. - Actions.
Similar to North likes, install cameras, including dummy cameras. and get the builders to have things delivered at the last minute, master keys
17 in one night
It was the tradies
$200,000 from Stockland for cameras in Aura
Auto numberplate recognition.
Now 15 cameras in SEQ can track stolen cars, Highway Patrol disaster
Fernvale plane crash and identifying who remains for families
20 years since Bali
E-scooters. many are disqualified drivers.
Stewart ask about the speed limit on footpath.
12 km/h.
Roads with no centre median that can go up to 25 km/h plus designated lanes
Not a bicycle
New South Wales hired only can go only at 12 km/h.
12 km/h.
Roads with no centre median that can go up to 25 km/h plus designated lanes
Not a bicycle
New South Wales hired only can go only at 12 km/h.
Chris – increase of accidents because of phones, $1078 + 4 points
Warren talked about tricks of the trade for truckies
Deborah about use of force.
Jim. what is the best joke you’ve experienced about police work Pulling up to the guy in the car next door who was on Tinder and what happened next was interesting.
Roger – speed limits in roadworks.
Stuart – DV“presence“ it’s important that people report instances because “data“ can you help marshal resources
New station at Baringa in two years.
131444 police link.
Bob “overtime“
Bob and Jim thanked Kelly for her most informative talk.
Warryn reminded us to think of Richard when he has his operation today at 7:30
District governors attendance at next weeks meeting. We are hoping for a “good turnout”
From Sally