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The HONORARYMAGISTRATE

the journal of the royal association of justices of south australia inc.

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December 2020 * Volume 116 * No.4 * $5 copyright 2020 rajsa inc. all rights reserved.

The Honorary Magistrate December 2020 2

Registrar’s Report

The end of another year is upon us and daresay everyone will be happy to see 2020 consigned to the history books.

This edition was almost ready for print when the lockdown was suddenly announced on the 18th of November. I, like all of you, spent that period at home however luckily I did have my laptop with me meaning I could still work on getting the magazine finished.

COVID-19 also caused the cancellation of our June Induction Course for newly appointed Justices however we were fortunate that our session for Saturday the 31st of October could go ahead. Given this was the first course since February, we had 18 participants who attended. The Athelstone Football Club provided us with a COVID-Safe venue and the Lions Against Violence Group organised a lovely lunch. The day was highly successful with some great feedback received. IT Committee Chair Terry Wardle even trialled “Zooming” in to present his website & online training segment from home.

The JP Signing Room at the Netley has continued to be a success. The Board will need to decide if, when and in what format this service continues in January 2021. I would like to thank each and every one of you who has volunteered for this crazy venture. An extraordinary amount of work has been done by all of you – we have provided an invaluable service to the local community, plugging the hole in the western suburbs service gap. Below are the Signing Room’s client and document statistics since we opened on the 18th of May, up until the 13th of November.

Clients: 2,938Documents: 5,230Signing days: 127Volunteer hours: 508

Many interesting scenarios have waltzed through the door over the last six months with the odd unique document also turning up. One such example is the Form of oath or affirmation for special constable. Because the Headquarters of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) are technically on Federal Government land, AFP officers can only enforce Federal law. Special constable powers therefore allow them to enforce State (South Australian) law if and when it is required. Officers recite the oath or affirmation once a year, usually at a special ceremony with everyone present at the same time. COVID saw an end to that this year but luckily the RAJSA office (located closeby AFP)were able and pleased to assist them.

In this issue, we have introduced a new segment called ‘JP Briefs’, a quick snapshot of some of the new documents, changes to existing documents and updated information recently issued by JP Services. Some of the content came about via experiences at the Netley Signing Room with the rest questions asked of me by members. Look out for ‘JP Briefs’ in future issues of The Honorary Magistrate. In the members area of the website under Resources (Links) & Forms, you will find links and examples of up to date documents which you can download and print.

During November, many Groups planned to host either their (postponed) Annual General Meeting or end of year Christmas dinner/lunch. Unfortunately, the lockdown direction meant many of these had to be postponed or cancelled. I had been invited to and was looking forward to attending so it was very sad that some could not go ahead.

After last year’s successful competition, we are again looking for ideas for a front cover design for all four issues of the 2021 Honorary Magistrate. If you have a suggestion to submit, you are welcome to send it to me via email or snail mail.

A key diary date to note is Thursday the 17th of December – this is the last day of Association operations for 2020. The Netley office will be closed from 4pm that day and re-open to members on Monday the 11th of January 2021 at 10am.

As this is our last edition for the year, I cannot neglect to personally thank Gerry Guerin. The events of this year can’t have been easy for a President just beginning his first 12 months in office, not to mention the workload of the many other organisations he is also dedicated to serving. Gerry has wasted no time impressing his unique style on Association business, seamlessly handling the pressure of filling his predecessor’s shoes. The President/Registrar relationship is one of utmost importance. There must be mutual respect, harmony and good communication - a Yin who complements a Yang. Ours thankfully is all of these, plus a bit of joviality thrown in. This President is also particularly adept at back-handing all the Registrar’s “grievances.”

All that remains now is for me to wish each and every one of you a very merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year. It has been a particularly long and trying time so some much needed Christmas cheer is certainly well deserved! As always, I hope you enjoy reading this edition of The Honorary Magistrate.

Nicole BeckREGISTRAR


Welcome The President, Board and Members welcome the following Justices of the Peace to the Association:

AMOR, Jacqueline Kaye ParadiseCHAN, Stephen BurnsideCRETEN, Samantha Glenelg SouthEVANS, Janet HighburyFARRELL, Sydney Lawrence Vale ParkHARRIS, Robert GreenwithHAVERLAND, Christine Anne Munno ParaJENNINGS, Victoria North PlymptonLEWIS, Rod Glenelg EastLILLEY, Deborah Ann Maslin BeachLONG, Cassandra Anne Hallett CoveMCLEAN, Daniel Meng-Wai TusmoreMIRUS, Maria Rita AthelstoneMUDGE, Craig Ritchie MelrosePANDEY, Rajendra MillswoodRANA, Girish Subodhchandra Windsor GardensSCHEER, Andrew DarlingtonSCHUTZ, Alison Louise EudundaSMITH, Ingrid Marilyn MintaroURCH, Christine Elsa Tea Tree GullyWHITE, David William Prospect

DIARY DATESDECEMBER 202011th OFFICE CLOSED - Registrar on leave14th Board meeting (TBC)17th OFFICE CLOSED for 2020 from 4pm

JANUARY 202111th OFFICE RE-OPENS for members11th Executive meeting (TBC)18th Signing Room re-commences (TBC)26th Australia Day – OFFICE CLOSED

FEBRUARY 20218th Board meeting (TBC)8th Groups’ meeting (TBC)

NOTE: 2020 AGM WILL BE HELD IN FEBRUARY

Vale The President and Board record with regret the passing of the following members and extend their deepest sympathy to their families:

CORRELL, Joan Maureen MinlatonFERGUSON, Ian McGregor MoorakNICOLSON, Dean Barry LoxtonZEITZ, Barrie West Lakes Shore

CONGRATULATIONS, you survived lockdown!The President, Board and Registrar wish all

our members and their families a safe and very happy Christmas and all the best for the New Year.

Season’s Greetings!!


President Gerry Guerin

President’s Report

Recently, I recalled two quotations and in doing so I acknowledge their aptness for today. John Kenneth

Galbraith wrote “given the choice between changing and proving that change is not necessary, most people will get busy on the proof.” And from an unknown author “normal will never be as it was; it will just be a new normal somewhere down the track.”

Going forward, our job is to take care of ourselves as best we can, be alive to ourselves, pursuing interests and being vibrant and interested in the world around us. When appropriate, we can try to recognise when help is being offered and be prepared to accept it. We can care for, share and respect each other as we look forward to the possibilities of next year with anticipation and lessened anxiety about THAT VIRUS.

Many JPs have changed the manner in which they do business. Some have paused their availability, some have worked from home and some have made themselves available in one of the few operating Signing Centres, adjusting to the risk management procedures put in place.

Some Groups paused their formal meetings and training events. Others instead published regular newsletters, undertook Facebook training or held Zoom meetings. The Professional Development Committee (PDC) is in the process of seeking Group intentions for training for the first quarter of 2021 through hard-working Group Secretaries. Annual General Meetings have been deferred or were held on-line, and the Combined Group meetings have followed the Zoom path, recently trying a mixed in-person and Zoom format. On behalf of the Board, thank you for your contribution in whatever form your business has taken.

From early next year, the Registrar will begin work on introducing a new database system which will amalgamate current and past membership records and other databases into one modern, multi-purpose format. It will allow members to change their passwords, pay their annual subscription fee and even edit their own information such as which Groups they belong to or positions held. We are aiming to have this sytem operational by the start of next financial year.

I have been tasked with informing you that the Association’s Annual General Meeting, usually held in October, has been deferred until February. We are awaiting the completion of the annual Audit report and anticipate that a Group will in due course offer to host this occasion at a convenient venue. The year 2020 was a non-election year however in 2021, we will be seeking nominations for four (4) positions on the Board. I also advise that the usual end of year reports from Committee Chairs and a full breakdown of finances, will appear in the March 2021 Honorary Magistrate. It is a good time to remind you that the Association financial year runs from the 1st of September through the 31st of August each year, and members outstanding in the payment of their annual subscription (due on the 1st of September) have three months to address this before becoming unfinancial.

In closing, and on behalf of the Board, I thank you all for the voluntary work you have continued to offer and I extend to each of you and your families, Christmas Greetings and New Year wishes for a relaxing, happy and enjoyable time together as you celebrate the festive season (and see off a year that will not be easily forgotten).

Gerry GuerinPRESIDENT


Statutory Declarations & AnnexuresThe JP Services Portal and website were both recently updated to provide advice on what a JP is required to do when witnessing a Statutory Declaration which has attachments. If a JP is asked to witness a Statutory Declaration which refers to an attachment (also referred to as an annexure and/or exhibit) the JP is required to sight the attachment/s and also ensure it is clearly “marked.” See https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/services-and-support/justice-peace-0 and/or pages 61-63 of the JP Handbook V3 for details on the correct way to “mark” the attachment.

In the past several months there has been a significant increase in the number of contractors/builders etc. attending Signing Rooms with their monthly invoice-related Statutory Declaration and attachments. When witnessing any Statutory Declaration, examine it to ensure any annexures referred to in the body of the Statutory Declaration are attached to the Statutory Declaration and that they are clearly marked. Sign and date all annexures. Write or stamp the following wording on the first page (if they have not already been marked by the Declarant:)

This is the annexure marked [e.g. Annexure ‘A’] referred to in the Statutory Declaration of [name of declarant.]

Declared before me at [suburb] in the State of South Australia.

This [full date e.g. dd/mm/yyyy.]

Witnessing Documents & Photo IDWitnessing a document without the client’s photo ID is not the norm but the exception. In most circumstances, you as the JP, will be looking for the client to produce photo ID to confirm their identity. However, there may be exceptional circumstances where this may not be possible. The Registrar was recently contacted by a JP based in Port Augusta who had an Aboriginal client present a Statutory Declaration to her. But as the client had recently travelled down from the APY Lands, she had not brought any identification with her. Should the JP have proceeded with witnessing? Here is the advice from JP Services on this situation:

‘JP BRIEFS’There is nothing that prevents the JP from signing the Statutory Declaration without sighting ID, it is just not recommended standard practice. A suggestion could be that if the JP feels comfortable to sign the Statutory Declaration and has followed all other recommended procedures for witnessing it as per the JP Handbook (e.g. has asked the person if they solemnly and sincerely declare that which is contained in this declaration, conscientiously believing the same to be true etc), then maybe the JP keeps a written record of the document witnessed, the date and location, but no identifying details of the person and theN documents that the person was unable to provide photo ID and the circumstances around it. This will assist them in the future should anything arise and they are questioned as to why they didn’t sight identification.

Digital ID CardsYou may see an increased number of clients present to you various ID cards (e.g. Health, Concession or Medicare cards) via Digital Wallets. As long as you can see the person sign into their app on their smart device, it can be considered an original. However, in order to certify a copy, the person still needs to present their physical card as well as the copy. It is the understanding of the Attorney-General’s Department that people are still being encouraged to carry their physical card with them as some providers may not accept a digital copy.

Black or Blue Pen?When witnessing any form, always follow the golden rule of “read the instructions” – a BLACK pen is required to be used by at least one bank: https://www.commbank.com.au/personal/apply-online/download-printed-forms/Certified_Copies_Identification_Form.pdf

The Adult Safeguarding UnitIf you suspect you or someone you know is at risk of or is being abused, you may call the South Australian Elder Abuse Prevention Phone Line on 1800 372 310, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm for information and support. To make a report to the Adult Safeguarding Unit, email [email protected].

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The Adult Safeguarding Unit (ASU) became operational on the 1st of October 2019. It is located within the Office for Ageing Well and has a strong focus on safeguarding the rights of adults at risk of abuse. Where our previous RAJSA training recommended JPs report any cases of elder abuse to the Office of the Public Advocate, you are now encouraged to instead contact the ASU.

Key functions of the ASU include:

• responding to reports of suspected or actual abuse of adults who may be vulnerable;

• providing support to safeguard the rights of adults experiencing abuse, tailored to their needs, wishes and circumstances;

• raising community awareness of strategies to safeguard the rights of adults who may be at risk of abuse.

Changing a Child’s NameParents of a child under the age of 18 may apply for registration of a change of the child’s name. The application must be submitted to the South Australian Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages together with the required copies of proof of identification and supporting evidence.

A reminder that as a Registry approved witness, a JP must interview the child in person to determine if they understand the implications of changing their name and whether they agree. If you are satisfied that the child understands and consents to the change of name, you can proceed and complete part 8 on the application form, ‘Child’s Consent.’

Parts 1-7 should have been completed by the parent(s) and must show the child’s name before and after the requested change. As a JP, you can also witness part 11 of the application form ‘Declaration of parents named on the child’s birth certificate.’

https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au/sites/default/files/change-of-name-child-application-form-bdm_update_2020.pdf?timestamp=1603254782236

Public Trustee Statutory Declaration for the South Australian Civil & Administrative Tribunal (SACAT) The Guardianship and Administration Act 1993 provides the legislative framework for the support and protection of persons who are not capable of making decisions in their own best interests. In this circumstance, SACAT appoints an administrator to take on the management of the financial, legal, and business affairs of the person who is unable to manage their own affairs. Section 44 of the Act requires the administrator to report to the Public Trustee on an annual basis in relation to the receipts and payments, and the assets and liabilities of the protected person’s estate. A Statutory Declaration is required to confirm that the statement of accounts provided by the administrator is correct and accurate. The Statutory Declaration must be signed by the administrator in the presence of an Authorised Witness, such as a Justice of the Peace or a solicitor. JPs should note that the first statement in the Statutory Declaration is:

1. All the particulars contained in the attached Statement of Receipts and Payments, and Statement of Assets and Liabilities (Form 2) and Statement of Receipts and Payments Worksheet (Form 3), initialled today by me/us in the presence of the authorised witness are a true and accurate record of the financial activities of the estate of the Protected Person.

And the last statement is:

7. To the best of my knowledge the Protected Person does/does not, have an approved National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plan.

JPs should ensure that Form 2 and Form 3 (referred to in Statement 1 above) are correctly identified as annexures to the Statutory Declaration and that one of either does/does not (referred to in Statement 7 above) is deleted.

h t t p s : / / p u b l i c t r u s t e e . s a . g o v. a u / p r i v a t e -administrators/

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QUEST IO N S FROM MEMBERS

CERT IFY IN G A TRU E COPY & T HE DAT E State Government Departments are experiencing problems with members of the public presenting certified documents by a Justice of the Peace WITHOUT THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION being shown on the document. This results in the document being returned by the applicant to have it re-done with the date attached and extends the procedure by some time. COVID issues require members of the public to submit their identification documents to various departments so they can draw on their funds during times of hardship. A reminder to all members to double check that you have written or stamped the date of certification on the document.

John Woite FLEURIEU JUSTICES GROUP

Academic Transcripts and Graduation ParchmentsQuestion: A client presented to a JP a photocopy of the client’s university graduation parchment and was asked to “certify the original” which was on his laptop on a website called www.myequals.edu.au

Answer: This site allows education providers to certify and upload digital versions of academic transcripts and graduation documents – it issues a “secure certified digital document” to the student. In this case a JP should not certify a paper version but it is up to the End User as to whether it will be accepted.

Advance Care Directives (ACDs) and COVID-19Question: Some members of the community specify that their end of life wish is to not receive “extra assistance.” If this person then contracted COVID-19 and was taken to hospital to be put on a respirator, would this not be against their wishes as outlined in their ACD?

Answer: The recent review of the Act, recommendation 29, states that provided a person isn’t using their ACD to commit suicide, the wishes outlined in their ACD must be followed as much as practicable.

Substitute- Decision Maker Change of NameQuestion: If a Substitute-Decision Maker (SDM) changes their name by marriage, does the ACD need to be changed or in the event the ACD comes into effect, is proof of the name change of the SDM acceptable?

Answer: The Donor does not need to complete a new ACD if one of their SDMs changes their name. In this case, evidence of the change of name will suffice.

Compiled by:

Nicole Beck Gerry GuerinREGISTRAR PRESIDENT

Mick RocheADELAIDE EASTERN SUBURBS JUSTICES GROUP


100-PT ID CHECKSHave you performed a 100-pt ID check and noticed that the requirements seem to vary depending on which organisation requires the check? That’s right, they do. Here are some of those variations:

• Most require original documents, although some allow for a certified copy.

• You may be asked to sight one primary and two secondary identity documents, or two primary and one secondary. These documents must show the person’s full name, date of birth, signature, residential address and evidence of name change (if applicable.)

• Some require specific combinations of identity documents.

• Some require you to keep a record for seven years of the task you performed, e.g. Queensland Lands Title documents.

• Translations from an approved translator based in Australia must also be presented if the documents are not in English.

• Some require the Verifier has known the applicant for at least one year (e.g. passport applications.)

• Some require that the person presenting the document is also the applicant so you can confirm the person from their photo ID.

• Some require that the Verifier certify a copy of the ID documents that accompany the application.

• Some require the Verifier to witness the applicant sign the application.

End User organisations have a mix of these requirements and there is no one size fits all. There are too many organisations and variations to list a comprehensive guide here without confusing you! Some which you may have already come across are: National Police Check, Lands Titles, Immigration Department, Working with Vulnerable People or Children and Department of Human Services (DHS.)

How do you know which of the above variations apply?In all cases there are instructions on the form for the Verifier telling you what you must do. As a JP you are required to read and comply with these instructions. DO NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS! In every case, read the instructions provided to you and follow them to the letter. If the client has not brought the instructions with them, remember it is within your rights to ask them to come back another time accompanied with those instructions.

Terry Wardle RAJSA TRAINER & BOARD MEMBER


RAJSA Life Member ProfilesEDITH ISABEL BARNS WILLIAMS OAM JP

Isabel Williams OAM (nee Wemyss) was born in 1925 and grew up in the farming community of Yeelana on the Yorke

Peninsula. She attended the Yeelana Primary School and completed her education at Adelaide Girls High School. Isabel came to work at W.D.& H.O. Wills and volunteered during the war years from 1941 to 1945 at the Cheer Up Hut in Adelaide, which assisted armed forces personnel on Rest & Recreation (R.& R.) leave.

Isabel married Donald C. Williams (later Justice Williams) in 1945 and after family duties, Isabel returned to study a Librarianship course followed by work at the Kensington/

Norwood Girls High School as the Librarian from 1966 -1973. Another of Isabel’s interests was as a reader for the Royal Society of the Blind.

This continued for 30 years and Isabel always found additional time to volunteer for Meals on Wheels, the Glen Osmond Institute Library, the Burnside Ladies Probus Club and the Burnside Historical Society.

Isabel was appointed a Justice of the Peace in 1976 and joined the Royal Association of Justices SA Inc. (RAJSA) the following year. An important part of Isabel’s service as a JP was after she completed the Justice of the Quorum course in 1977 which allowed her to sit on the Adoption Court, the Unsatisfied Judgement Summons at the Sir Samuel Way and later Wright Street Courts and at the Adelaide, Holden Hill and Christies Beach Magistrates Courts. This was a duty that Isabel thoroughly enjoyed until attaining the required retirement age in 1995. As a JP, Isabel was a Visiting Inspector and spent 12 memorable years in this role at the Women’s Prison. Isabel’s commitment to JP duties involved taking part in regular JP rosters at Signing Rooms at the Burnside Community Centre and later at the West Torrens Council until this year.

Whilst a member of the RAJSA, Isabel joined the Women’s Justices Group and served as its Chair from 1982 until 1993 when declining numbers saw members meet at the Earl of Zetland Hotel to bid farewell to that special era of friendship and learning.

Isabel was elected as a State Councillor in 1983 remaining there until 1999. During her time on Council, Isabel undertook to compile the early history of the Association dating back to 1928. This proved to be an excellent historical project which resulted in the publication of the Centenary Booklet to celebrate the centenary of the RAJSA. The Centenary of the Association was celebrated with a Conference of which Isabel was the prime organiser.

With her expertise in library work, Isabel relished her time as Editor of The Honorary Magistrate making it a most informative journal. She kept this role from 1988 to 1999 working with Don Snow for five years before handing the Editor’s reigns over to him.

Above: RAJSA Life Member and Past President Isabel Williams OAM with her Order of Australia Medal.

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In 1991, Isabel was elected President of the RAJSA – the very first woman to hold this position. She tried to put herself in the place of newer and younger Justices to better adjust to different situations and abilities. Excellent relations with the Attorney-General were fostered which is considered vital for the effective operation of Justices and the RAJSA.

Isabel was active in working with the Australasian Council of Justices (ACJA) being the Association’s delegate and its President from 1997 to 1999.

The Education Committee was an important part of her council responsibilities when Isabel travelled across the state to talk to Groups, instruct members on their duties and act as a mentor whilst enjoying the interaction. As a result of her interest and initiative in the training of JPs, the Blue Book – a small pocket size instruction booklet for JPs – was printed and given to members.

In recognition of her commitment to JPs and the Association, Edith Isabel Barns Williams was awarded Life Membership of the RAJSA in 2002.

Another most important occasion and highlight for Isabel was in 2003 when she was awarded the Centenary Medal and the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) “for services to the community, particularly through the Royal Association of Justices SA Inc. and the Royal Society for the Blind.”

Today, Isabel continues her volunteering as a JP by assisting residents in aged care facilities.

In her spare time, Isabel has also been recording a history of the rise of women Justices of the Peace in South Australia using the minutes of State Council meetings, commencing from September 1922. A shortened version of it appears in this issue however if you are interested in reading the full history, it will be available on the RAJSA website in due course.

Priscilla Henderson OAMRAJSA LIFE MEMBER

REFERENCES

The Honorary Magistrates, September 1985 to January 1999

Profile and photos by P. Rosenwieg and P. Henderson 2014

History of the Justices Associations in South Australia 1982-2012

Personal biography

A SHORT HISTORY OF WOMEN JPs IN SOUTH AUSTRALIAThe Justices Association of South Australia (SA) was founded in 1898 however only men were permitted to be members, as ordained by King Richard I in 1198. Richard was the Crusader King and needed “good and true men” to look after his Kingdom while he was away fighting.

Women entered the scene during the Great War (1914-1918) to take the place of the absent men and worked in the Women and Children’s Courts, the Adoption Court and Detention Centres before gradually fulfilling other community needs. It took many years before women were recognised and given a rightful place within the Royal Association of Justices.

In 1913, four women were the first to be appointed as Justices of the Peace (JPs.) They were Mrs. Anne Price of Hawthorn, Mrs. Elizabeth Cullen of North Adelaide, Mrs. Cecelia Dixon of Adelaide and Mrs. Elizabeth Nicholls of Largs. Mrs. Price made history by becoming the first woman appointed to the Bench in the British Empire.

On May 21st 1937, a Ladies Auxiliary was formed to enable women Justices to meet. The women, despite repeated requests to have the use of a room within Association Headquarters, were refused because they were not technically members. A room in the Town Hall however was made available to them where on the 16th of June 1937, the first meeting of the Women’s Auxiliary (WA) was held. Twelve members were present with Mrs. A C Cox appointed Chair.

August 10th, 1942: There was discussion at this State Council meeting as to whether the Rules of the Association should be altered to give women more responsibility and recognition. However, the meeting ended in an uproar and a section of the Minutes was deleted – a suggestion was even made to form a “break-away” Association.

On the 4th of August, 1943, State Council put forward a motion that the WA should be placed in recess until further notice.

November 4th, 1943: The WA wrote to State Council asking to re-form themselves as the Women’s Justices Association and to hold their meetings in the Justices Association’s meeting room. The letter was written and signed by eight ladies saying that they wished to work “loyally and in harmony with the State Council.” The Registrar was instructed not to let the rooms

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out until office bearers of the newly formed Group were approved by State Council.

September, 1944: Women of the Auxiliary were still carrying out court duties but they wished to increase their numbers so placed an advertisement in The Advertiser under the

name “Justices Association.” State Council deemed this to be “completely out of order” and a threat was even made to take all legal measures to prevent the Women’s Justices Association (WJA) or any other persons or body from using the name “Justices Association or the like.”

In late November 1944, a paragraph was inserted in The Honorary Magistrate pointing out that the so called newly formed WJA had no connection to the Justices’ Association.

A notation was made in the minutes of the meeting held on the 12th of June 1945 that the WJA be admitted to State Council meetings as observers however no action on this was taken. Around 1952, the women were holding their meetings and luncheons at the Methodist Hall in Pirie Street. The luncheons had been moved from Myers after a number of complaints were made that they were overcharging.

At the meeting of State Council in November 1954, the WJA made a further request for full membership however the view was that being a JP was a man’s business and that women should keep making sandwiches and cakes and arrange the flowers for the Christmas social. This meeting in particular became very heated as not all the State Councillors at the time were against women. Unfortunately, there was no resolution either way and the meeting was duly closed.

By January 1955, some sympathetic male JPs had formed an Opposition Group called “The Institute of Justices” allowing and welcoming women as members with full voting rights. Mrs. L. M. Hurst subsequently gained a seat on the Institute’s Council. The feeling between the two Groups was fractious, resulting in fisticuffs outside The Justices Association Headquarters in Pirie Street. A court case and news headlines were the final straw and in 1962, representatives from both Groups met to discuss amalgamation. This was achieved on the 21st of May 1962 which included several agreed conditions which were voted on and passed at the Annual General Meeting.

A further request was made to Queen Elizabeth II to add the “Royal” prefix which was subsequently granted – the Royal Association of Justices of South Australia Inc. (RAJSA) was formally recognised on the 15th of November, 1962.

Groups had started to form in both the city and country areas, giving women extra opportunities to participate within the Association – this included the Women’s Group itself which was still meeting regularly and were organising the roster for the Adoption Court.

Mrs. L. M. Hurst MBE, who upon amalgamation became the first female State Councillor, passed away in 1971. It was resolved that a photo of her be placed in the Boardroom to acknowledge her service and contribution (pictured below.)

Upon her appointment in 1974, Mrs. June McArthur was the first female Registrar.

In 1976, all JPs who undertook court work, including women, were required to attend a series of lectures on court proceedings. Judge John Marshall was asked to run the course and complete the “Handbook for Justices”- women were delighted to have the opportunity to become Justices of the Quorum and to take their place in court with confidence.

Over the next several years, women slowly began nominating and being elected to State Council. They included Mrs. Steiner, Mrs. Kit Noske, Mrs. Shirley Sampson OAM (who filled a casual vacancy in 1982) and Mrs. Isabel Williams OAM (1983), elected as the first female State President in 1991.

Other women have since taken on the Presidency – Mrs. Kath Johnston (deceased), Mrs. Anne Bachmann OAM and Mrs. Sylvia Pohlner. Many have since been honoured with either Life Membership of the RAJSA and or the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for their service to the community and their dedication to the RAJSA.

In conclusion, things have changed dramatically for female JPs over the years – today, thanks to those original trailblazers, they have taken their rightful place alongside men within the story of the RAJSA.

Compiled & Edited by:

Isabel Williams OAM

Nicole Beck

Assisted by: Priscilla Henderson OAM

Anne Bachmann OAM

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Since our very first meeting on the 17th of October 1980, the Barossa & Districts Group has been pivotal to the area with regular meetings being held throughout. Meetings were held in Eudunda, Kapunda, Greenock, Angaston, Nuriootpa, Tanunda, Roseworthy, Freeling, Lyndoch, Williamstown and Gawler. Wives and partners provided supper, just like country people do, and made us all feel very welcome.

Our Group commenced Life Membership in 1997 with four members being presented with this honour. They were Mr Cyril. Cockshell (inaugural Chairman), Mr. Clive LePage OAM, Mr. David Lillecrapp OAM and Mr. Eric Rothe. Since then, another six members have been awarded Life Membership; Mr. Doug Krause, Mrs. Maxine Chenoweth, Ms. Joan Lee, Mr. Geoff Saegenschnitter, Dr. Bruce Eastick AM, Mrs. Margaret Raggatt and Mr. Ray Obst (JP Retired.)

The Barossa Group was involved in the celebrations for the RAJSA’S centenary birthday. A BBQ was held at the Seppeltsfield Winery for all JPs and their partners. We also hosted the RAJSA Convention in 2010 and recognise the efforts of the late Mr. John Ames. The Group hosted the 2014 RAJSA Annual General Meeting at the St Jacobi School Hall at Lyndoch, where the Special Guest was His Excellency, the Honourable Hieu Van Le AC, Governor of South Australia.

The Barossa & Districts Justices Group has had many dedicated Chairpersons during the past 40 years. We acknowledge our current Chairperson, previously the Chair of the Para Districts Justices Group, who performs her role diligently.

We also acknowledge those who have held the positions of Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer, Library Coordinator, Auditor, and Town Representatives who have organised meeting venues for the past 40 years.

Guest speakers and the Training team, who have educated our Group over these past 40 years, have been very much appreciated. Local councils and other venues throughout our region must also be acknowledged for their cooperation in making available their premises for our meetings.

40th Birthday Celebration

Barossa & Districts Justices Group

Above: Barossa & Districts Chair Jacqueline Raphael and RAJSA President Gerry Guerin.

The History Sub-Committee (Margaret Buckley, Geoff Saegenschnitter, Jacqueline Raphael, Joan Lee and Maxine Chenoweth) are to be thanked for giving their time into delving into the Group’s history. We also acknowledge those much valued members who have sadly passed away over the past 40 years.

Last but not least we thank our members who have been so supportive of the Group. They have willingly car-pooled their fellow members all over the countryside without complaint. They have provided beautiful suppers and the camaraderie shown by all continues to be the reason why we are one of the best Groups of the Association.

A very happy 40th birthday to the Barossa & Districts Justices Group! The cutting of the cake was done by Chairperson Jacqueline Raphael and RAJSA President Mr. Gerry Guerin. The cake was made by Bakery 101 at Angle Vale. Thank you Sophie.

Maxine ChenowethBAROSSA & DISTRICTS JUSTICES GROUP


COVID-19 and JP Services in Regional AreasWhat a year this has been and continues to be. COVID-19 has caused all Australians to deal with issues that we would never have contemplated. For those who have had it strike family or friends, there can be no words that ease the burden that they carry.

For JPs, it appears to have brought a mixture of things to deal with. In line with the excellent information from JP Services, our Board and Registrar, most of us managed to provide some kind of ongoing service to the community despite the limitations placed on Signing Rooms. Some JPs felt that the risk of continuing to offer a service was too high but those who carried on report having met with clients in safe environments.

In smaller centres, everybody knows the local JPs and mostly they are dealing with friends. So other than taking the recommended precautions it has, until a few weeks ago, been business as usual.

In larger areas, there tends to be a strong reliance on clients using JPs in businesses. COVID forced many offices to close and staff ended up working from home. There are reports that this funnelled clients into the businesses that were open, causing a considerable demand and a distraction from the core business of those establishments.

In Whyalla we have had virtually no difficulties. Our library Signing Room was shut down until late July but we are now back in business (recent lockdown excepted!) Strangely we have not noticed much of an increase in clients attending the

Signing Room and from my enquiries there has not been a rush of clients through the usual channels either. Those who do however come to the library or meet at other places continue to be very appreciative of the service we offer.

COVID restrictions may have drawn attention to the preferences that clients have for using ‘shop-fronts’ rather than cold calls to a JP from the public JP Roll – I have personally observed that this preference has been occurring for some time now and COVID may have just heightened it.

I am aware of at least one JP who resigned because she could not cope with the number of clients who came to her business and it is common for businesses to limit the time that they make available for JP work.

I also get anecdotal information from JPs whose surnames appear earlier in the alphabet meaning they get more calls than those of us who are closer to the end. There is also evidence from clients who report having to ring at least 10 JPs before they find one that will meet them.

I suspect that simply creating more JPs is not the best answer. In a more general sense I have thought about what long term impact we might experience from having to do things differently. In some ways enforced change might actually have opened the door to a new way of being and given us a new sense of empowerment.

Bob Shaw OAMRAJSA LIFE MEMBER AND TRAINER


GROUPS’ NEWSGroup Secretaries/Reporters are reminded to check their emails for details of deadlines for future issues.

ADELAIDE EASTERN

Slowly but surely our lives were returning to some form of ‘normality’ after the ravages of COVID rained down upon us. Things were starting to look encouraging - how wrong we were! Nonethless I am pleased to still report the following: our Group has recently received a Community Grant from the Burnside Council. This grant is greatly appreciated and will defray the costs of room hire for the new year. A very big thank you to the Burnside Council and to our Treasurer Ian King for his work in gaining this grant on our behalf.

Continuing with the positives, we would like to congratulate one of our members, Fred Sampson, who has just notched up 40 years as a member of the RAJSA. Well done Fred, don’t stop now.

It is sad to note the retirement of one of our long serving Justices, Bob Docking, who has ceased volunteering at the Norwood Council signing room, where he has been rostered since 2005. Appointed as a JP in 1982, Bob is probably well known to many of the Lawn Bowling Justices as he was a Past President, Life Member and Patron of the Justices Bowling Club which unfortunately was disbanded two years ago after a 75 year history. Well done Bob, enjoy your spare time.

On Wednesday the 16th of September, we held our first Group meeting since March. The evening was very well attended with 26 JPs eager to refresh and update their knowledge. Mick Roche went through the many new or updated documents that had come to light since the start of the pandemic back in March.

Our last official meeting was to be held on November the 18th, however COVID again forced us to cancel this meeting. We were due to have a Notary Public, Mr. Alf Macolino, speak to us however he has kindly offered to reschedule for next year.

Our end of year lunch to wind up 2020 was also meant to be held on Friday the 20th of November at the Arab Steed in Hutt Street. Unfortunately this also had to be cancelled last minute. A consolation lunch will be rescheduled in early 2021 to welcome what we hope will be a better year.

To all our fellow Justices across the state, we wish you a safe, joyous and healthy Festive Season, with a great 2021 to follow.Don Perry

BAROSSA & DISTRICTS

The Barossa & Districts Group celebrated its 40th birthday at a meeting on Wednesday, the 21st October at the Nuriootpa Lawn Bowls Club. This date coincided with their inaugural meeting held on Friday, the 17th October, 1980 at the Tanunda Courthouse.

The evening was also celebrated with one of our esteemed members in Dr. Bruce Eastick AM, receiving his 50 year continuous membership certificate from RAJSA President Gerry Guerin. Dr. Eastick has been and still is a very active member of the Gawler community with many accomplishments. The Group’s Chairperson, Jacqueline Raphael, introduced Bruce together with a listing of some of those achievements. On accepting his certificate, he gave a brief listing of anecdotes from his JP half century of service.Maxine Chenoweth

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Above from left to right: Trevor Burgemeister, Gerry Guerin, Bruce Eastick AM and Jacqueline Raphael celebrating Bruce’s 50 continuous years with the RAJSA.


CENTRAL

Although our operations were restricted by the virus, Central Group managed to have four meetings during the year. After the restrictions lifted, some of our members completed the COVID Marshal’s course and we introduced spaced seating and restricted numbers. The restriction on numbers is the most significant problem as our revised venue capacity is less than those wishing to attend.

On the 15th of July, a meeting titled “Exploring the Grey Areas” had a good attendance, even though it was on a different day and time to our normal Thursdays. The grey areas are those situations where it’s not quite clear how best to proceed so there was good discussion and varying viewpoints put forward.

Central’s Annual General Meeting was conducted on September the 17th and two members of the Serious and Organised Crime Branch spoke about the range of drugs currently being found in South Australia, and the duties of the JP who is present at the site where evidence is disposed of. Most of us were surprised at the increasing variety and quantities of drugs in the community; it seems there is no limit to the ways humans will seek to alter their mind state.

Most Signing Rooms were shut down for a lengthy period during the year which left some of our members feeling a bit rusty on procedures. Central met for an additional training evening based on the Signing Room Learning Package on November the 12th. The combined experience in the room probably approached 100 years so the discussion was spirited and a great reminder to all on the intricacies of witnessing.

Our end of year dinner was to be held at the Earl of Leicester hotel in Parkside on November the 19th. However the lockdown forced it to be deferred until the 3rd of December. We hope to present Life Membership of Central Group to Geoff Richards in recognition of past service to, and leadership of, Central Group. Geoff is a well-known and respected member of the Justices community and the Group wished to mark our debt to Geoff with this recognition.

Currently members from Central, Southern Suburbs and Holdfast & Districts support the JP service at Flinders University at the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the Flinders Hub. The service was interrupted by the virus shutdowns but for the period of operation, the service was highly patronised and very much appreciated by both University staff and students.

At this stage it looks like there will be the normal student numbers in 2021 so the service will resume from February. Additional help from volunteers from any Group is always welcome, so if any RAJSA members would like to assist, contact David Poole on [email protected].

David Poole

FLEURIEU

The Goolwa section of our Group re-opened on Tuesday, the 22nd September after lockdown from COVID-19 restrictions. The Alexandrina Council at Goolwa took extra time to re-open the Signing Room but all is now well with plenty of activity for the Justices to handle. The Fleurieu Group held its AGM on Monday, the 23rd of November at Victor Harbor.

Training Sessions are planned to re-start in the new year as venues in our area are now available to handle numbers and COVID19 restrictions.

The Group’s Christmas dinner will hopefully go ahead on Friday, the 4th December to wind up the year’s activities.

The Fleurieu Group wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

John Woite

HILLS

It is with pleasure that I present the 2019-2020 report for the Hills Justices Group. The AGM in September last year led to very little change in governance of the Group. Margot Radford is now our Secretary, Heather Hartley our Treasurer and lastly Murray Henderson the former Chair. I would like place on the record the excellent service the past committee and of Yvonne Ziesing, our former Treasurer. They left our Group in a very sound position and as such the new office holders have chosen to continue the format of the past – two training sessions a year, a guest speaker/quiz night and a Christmas dinner. Perhaps the biggest change is moving to electronic banking. Like all new things there will be issues however it is the way of the future.

Last year the Christmas dinner was held at the Charleston Hotel and it was very well attended. Thank you to my wife Sue for organising a Christmas themed quiz – from my observations it worked very well. All was well after the dinner and we were looking forward to the Festive Season. That was until the Cudlee Creek bushfire and unfortunately, Heather lost her house and Jon (Margot’s husband) became ill whilst

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fighting the fire. Under such circumstances I cannot thank Heather and Margot enough for their efforts. I reflect on what they have been through and are still going through – without complaint they have carried on. This year our Christmas dinner will be held at the Mount Torrens Hotel.

Under the guidance of the RAJSA, only one training sessions was held this year at Gumeracha. From what I am led to believe our training session was the first face to face session after COVID restrictions were eased. Thank you to Marlene for your excellent training session, they are first rate.

I would like to thank members who have put their hands up and volunteered to attend our signing room venues at Woodside and Gumeracha for two hours one day a month. COVID certainly had an impact on our work as JPs. Thank you to Gordon Kay from the Adelaide Hills Business Centre for making his facilities available for our use at no cost. The work at these signing rooms is not hard however it keeps up our skills across a broad range of issues that we come across as JPs.

This year our major expenditure has been a donation to Heather following the loss of her home. Thank you to all members for authorising this donation. As Chair the last person I wish to thank is Malcolm for auditing our books – your work as a JP, local councillor and auditor is very much appreciated.

In closing I reflect on our Group and our ages. We are not a young group of people – if you know any younger person who has the skills and wants to become a JP please encourage them all you can. We need more younger JPs for our group to prosper.

All the best in your retirement from JP duties Margaret Seager, you have provided long and valuable service to the public of South Australia. I would also like to wish Bill Tappscott well in his retirement from JP duties. Like Margaret, you have also provided long and valuable service.

Lastly, compliments of the season to everyone.Don Barrett

HOLDFAST & DISTRICTS

Finally, the “forgotten” year of 2020 is coming to an end and hopefully with COVID restrictions being relaxed, we will have an “almost” normal 2021 year. Club Marion is now again able to host our meetings which will continue to be on the 2nd Tuesday in the months of February, April, June, August, October, and November.

With no trainers available for our October meeting, it was decided to have a “non-legal” guest speaker. We were extremely fortunate to have Mark Jones present on that night. During his talk one could hear a pin drop as he spoke on his experiences in Scotland, England, Europe and now in South Australia as Country Fire Service (CFS) Chief Officer.

Our meeting on the 10th of November, which was our last for 2020, was the HDJG’s AGM which had a Christmas theme. A certificate for 50 years RAJSA membership will be presented to Don who is one of the Group’s few remaining foundation members.

As this will be my last report as HDJG Chair, I wish to thank the RAJSA, Board and staff and fellow JPs for their friendship and guidance during the last three years.

A Merry Christmas and a prosperous virus free year 2021 to all.

David Manning

MID NORTH

The AGM of the Mid North Group was held in Clare in September with all positions filled: Chairman- B Penna; Secretary – I Howlett; Treasurer- L Bryksy

The Guest Speaker for our meeting was Garry Sims who spoke on the development of the Clare Aerodrome since 2009. He began with the history of the Farrell Flat airfield and the need for a new one in the mid north. Land became available and in 2010 a group applied for a Department of Transport grant of $150,000 and earthworks started in November 2010.

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Above: Don Griffiths receiving his 50 year continuous membership certificate from Gerry Guerin.


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In 2011 major earthworks for the strip and a runway were completed and a further donation from the Clare Rodeo group of $27,000 was given, enabling Greg Pulford to design the unique main building. In 2012 a cross strip was designed and solar panels and batteries were planned for. In 2014 a bitumen area and fencing were completed and the aerodrome was officially opened. In 2017 a further series of grants were obtained allowing for the bituminising of the strip and lighting to proceed. In January 2020, the solar was upgraded and all grant money expended. In September 2020, the Royal Flying Doctor Service used the strip for the first time. An incredible amount of voluntary work has gone into the development of this very valuable community project.Ro Wood

NORTH-EASTERN

COVID-19 restrictions meant we had to cancel several meetings/training nights and social outings in 2020 however, we did enjoy three Guest Speakers: John Duval on the Darwin to Adelaide World Solar Challenge; Matthew Kelly from Goldsborough Financial Services on Retirement Accommodation & Aged Care Options; and antique dealer John Foumakis, who gave appraisals on treasured items brought along by members. A training night was conducted in September when Paddy McKay SJ facilitated a Refresher Quiz with a different format – Justices Bingo with Malcolm McKay in charge of the numbers. It was both educational and entertaining. We were also very lucky that our annual Christmas dinner at The Nor East Bistro was able to go ahead.

Subject to COVID-19 restrictions, we are planning our usual calendar of Group meetings for 2021 and hope to secure interesting guest speakers.

Four Professional Development sessions will again be conducted, hopefully with two being topics facilitated by the Association’s PDC trainers and the other two ‘in-house’ sharing sessions.

Bi-monthly Group meetings and training sessions are conducted in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 at North East Community House, 27-31 Queensborough Avenue, Hillcrest and commence at 7.30pm. The first meeting in 2021 will be on Tuesday the 9th of February at 7.30pm.

NESJG Members extend best wishes to all for a happy Christmas and safe New Year.Rita Inwood

PARA DISTRICTS

Our second meeting for the year, the AGM, successfully took place in August with a reasonable turn out of members eager to get back into things after the lockdown. The existing Executive was re-elected unopposed: Ray Hicks (Chair), Marlene Haese (Deputy Chair/Social Coordinator), Anne Porter (Treasurer) and Paul Hawkes (Secretary). The tradition of holding a quiz night with family and friends after the AGM had to be abandoned this year because of COVID considerations. Instead, we had a training session on dealing with difficult people/situations. Marlene Haese, as usual, led an extremely helpful discussion.

Our October meeting was the first ‘ordinary’ meeting since February and this felt much more like a return to a (slightly new) normal. There were some issues with the venue, so a last-minute re-arrangement was required which was 99% successful. A masterclass was then conducted by our “go-to” trainer which dealt with Affidavits & Statutory Declarations with a bonus revision on the subject dealt with in the August training session.

Now, as the year stutters to an end we look forward to our December meeting which will be our Christmas Dinner catch up on the 14th of December. Next year the schedule of meetings will be as normal, well old normal. The first meeting will be on Monday the 15th of February and then the third Monday of every other month.

Wishing you all a safe Christmas and a normal New Year.

Paul Hawkes

PORT ADELAIDE & DISTRICTS

The committee of the Port Adelaide and Districts Justices Group met on the 5th of November and after cancelling our October meeting due to COVID restrictions, we made plans to hold our AGM on the 7th of December at the Bartley Tavern. Members were invited to choose a two course meal from a set menu at a subsidised cost of $25 per head which will be served at 6pm.

Our Guest Speaker for the evening will be RAJSA Vice Patron, The Honourable Chris Kourakis SC, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Hopefully, we will welcome three new members at this meeting.

We will then bid farewell to 2020 and look forward to a brighter 2021 with our first meeting scheduled for the 15th of February. This will be an RAJSA training night on Statutory Declarations

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and Affidavits with a brief session on how to access the RAJSA website and the AGD JP Portal. The November newsletter has been sent out to members with precise details of the AGM and this newsletter is now posted on the RAJSA website for you to read.

We are pleased to report that the JP rosters for West Lakes and Semaphore libraries are now operating and are extremely busy. Courts and council offices have remained closed to JP services. Throughout the year, some of our JPs have continued working with patients at the Queen Elizabeth and Royal Adelaide Hospitals, as well as local nursing homes. Priscilla Henderson has been kindly co-ordinating this roster.

On behalf of the committee and members of the PADJ Group, I would like to wish everyone a very happy and healthy Christmas as this sad year comes to a close, and hope that all of you will be able to spend some precious family time together over the Christmas and New Year period. I am happy to report that my husband and I have booked a trip to Canberra to spend special moments with our daughter and her family at this time.

Joy Nicholas

SOUTHERN SUBURBS

Since our last Groups’ meeting in August, we have managed to have our AGM. Our normal venue is the Christies Beach Magistrates Courts but as all courts are closed to JPs, we had to find an alternative venue. Our Chairperson, Graeme Daniels, is heavily involved with Elizabeth House and managed to secure a room large enough for us to use. The AGM took place on Monday, the 19th of October and all of

the JPs present were extremely pleased with our new venue - if the courts stay closed we will be using Elizabeth House as our future venue.

We had a good turn-out of JPs attending – 18 and two guests, and we managed to provide refreshments after the meeting, COVID-19 restrictions followed!

The two JPs who work at the Seaford Library commented that there has been an increase in the amount of people in the area needing a JP, so an increase in hours has been put forward, sanctioned by Library staff and implemented. JPs will now sit at Seaford Library on Tuesdays from 10am to 1pm – an increase of one hour.

Members were then asked if they wanted to have a Christmas celebration dinner at The Aussie Inn. The vote was unanimous, and a date of the 25th of November was chosen. Our thanks go to Sylvia Newton who has organised and hosted our Christmas brunch for the past 10 years but who now finds it a little onerous.

During these rather weird COVID times, we have had three members resign their JP duties, and unfortunately one death. Our thanks go to James Anthony, Brian Griggs and Mary Walters for their support during these many years, and our condolences go to Derek Padbury’s family on their loss.

It seems that the Courts Administration Authority are re-visiting the subject of when or if JPs will be returning to their duties at courts around South Australia, so at this stage we are still in limbo.Sandy Low

Left: Lynne Aquilina, Brenton Gill, Guest

Speaker Tyneil Flaherty and Anita

Rubini at the Holdfast AGM & Christmas

dinner (before lockdown!)

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Royal Association of Justices of South Australia Inc.

Association Group SecretariesAdelaide Eastern SuburbsMr Don Perry Phone: 0417 838 781Email: [email protected] & DistrictsMr Colin Drew Phone: 8523 1438Email: [email protected] Robyn Cations Phone: 0410 552 326Email: [email protected] HillsMs Heather Hartley Phone: 0401 691 329Email: [email protected]/Tintinara/TatiaraMrs Fiona Sanders Phone: 8756 5035Email: [email protected] FleurieuMr John Woite Phone: 8552 7087Email: [email protected] FlindersMrs Leonie Insch Phone: 8642 2072Email: [email protected] Margot Radford Phone: 08 8389 2136Email: [email protected]

Holdfast & DistrictsMrs Meg Taeuber Phone: 0401 520 248Email: [email protected] MurrayMs Tanya Tamm Phone: 0448 887 151Email: [email protected] NorthMr Ian Howlett Phone: 8842 2173Email: [email protected] Eastern RuralMrs Christine Casey Phone 8651 2210Email: [email protected] SuburbsMrs Rita Inwood Phone 8262 1028Email: [email protected] AreasMr Robert Yarrow Phone: 0400 600 295Email: [email protected] DistrictsMr Paul Hawkes Phone: 0439 832 834Email: [email protected] Adelaide & DistrictsMrs Joy Nicholas Phone: 0408 005 190Email: [email protected]

PatronHis Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le ACGovernor of South Australia

Vice PatronsThe Honourable Chris Kourakis SCChief Justice of the Supreme Court

Sandy Verschoor The Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Adelaide

President | Mr Gerry Guerin Mob: 0418 857 017Email: [email protected]

Vice President | Mr Geoff PenhallMob: 0428 652 221Email: [email protected]

Treasurer | Mrs Sandy Low Phone: 8382 7268Email: [email protected]

Executive | Mrs Paddy McKayPhone 8337 3256 Email: [email protected]

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Professional Development Committee

PDC members: [email protected]

Trainers: [email protected]

Training Calendar: [email protected]

PDC Chair: [email protected]

Membership & Communications Committee

Mr Geoff Penhall Mob: 0428 652 221Email: [email protected]

Membership Subscriptions 2020/21: $55.00

RegistrarMs Nicole Beck | Phone 08 8297 4044 Email: [email protected]: www.rajsa.com.au

PO Box 219ADELAIDE AIRPORT SA 5950

8 Netley Commercial Park300 Richmond Road NETLEY SA 5037

Office Hours For Members: Monday to Friday 10am until 4pm

(PLEASE NOTE: closed from Thursday the 17th of December until Monday the 11th of January.)

Auditor | Nexia Edwards MarshallPhone: 08 8139 1111

Honorary Solicitor | Wallmans LawyersPhone: 08 8235 3000

Editor-in-Chief | Ms Nicole Beck

Assistants | Mr Gerry Guerin

Mrs Christine Culbertson & Mrs Sandy Low

Board Members

Mr John McPhail | Phone 0412 939 422 Email: [email protected]

Mr Rex Jordan | Phone 0417 830 581 Email: [email protected]

Mr Michael Sachsse OAM | Phone 0458 791 023 Email: [email protected]

Mr Terry Wardle | Phone 0447 826 645 Email: [email protected]

RiverlandMs Jacque Zagotsis Phone: 0438 839 691Email: [email protected] EastMrs Bev Smith Phone: 0419 645 556Email: [email protected] Eyre PeninsulaMrs Deborah Sykes Phone: 8682 2032Email: [email protected] SuburbsMrs Sandra Low Phone: 8382 7268Email: [email protected] CoastMrs Sue Rumbelow Phone: 0427 468 000Email: [email protected] & DistrictsMr Robert Shaw Phone: 8645 7313Email: [email protected] PeninsulaMr Gerry Guerin Phone: 0418 857 017Email: [email protected] JusticesMs Marlene Haese Phone: 0408 897 407Email: [email protected]

MENTORSHIP PROGRAM...........For as long as the Signing Room at the Netley office continues, there will be mentorship opportunities available to new JPs wanting to observe and learn from our more experienced members. If you are interested, please contact the Registrar.

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