Police News Sept - New Zealand Police Association

New Zealand Police Association NewsletterPolice Memorial DayThe annual remembrance service for Police members whohave died in the past year will be held at the Royal NZPolice College in front of the Memorial Wall at 11am onFriday, 27 September, followed by a luncheon.All members and their families are invited to attend.Held as a mark of respect for all those officers both retiredand serving who have passed away in the preceding 12months, the service is held on the same day in all PoliceServices throughout Australia and the South Pacific.September 2002The plaque in memory of Duncan Taylor was unveiled by Melanie and Campbell Taylor in a specialservice on Monday 26 August. Members of the Fielding CIB were among those who spoke. Duncan’sboss, Detective Sergeant Kevin Anstis said July 5th was the worst day of their lives and that hefelt priviledged having Duncan as a friend. Detective Jeanette Park, leg now healed somewhat,stood and spoke fondly about Duncan’s poor work ethic, she said “he simply did too much!” Shesaid she wished Duncan knew how proud she was of him that day.Two Certainties in Life- make sure you update your willAs most members are aware, there are only twocertainties in life, death and taxes.Many members do their utmost, albeit legally, to avoidtaxes. Unfortunately, even with the latest developmentsin medical technology, they cannot avoid death - ithappens to us all. One of the most important thingsmembers can do when planning for this certainty is tohave an up-to-date will, which will ensure that theircurrent wishes are met, should they die unexpectedly.“Many of our members’ estates which I deal with areeither not covered by a will or a will that is out of datewith the member’s present circumstances.” says PeteHayes, Manager Welfare Services.There has been a promotion in the last few weeks toencourage members of the public to either create orupdate their current will. All members are encouragedto check that their own affairs are in order. Althoughwill kits may be adequate for the most basic situations,professional advice is the best thing members couldinvest in, particularly if they have extended familycircumstances.Members who have Group (sworn or non-sworn) andSupplementary Life Insurance should also update theirRevocable Nomination Form whenever personalsituations change, as this form tells Police Welfare FundInsurances, who should benefit from your life insurancecover. For a new Revocable Nomination Form print onefrom our website: www.policeassn.org.nz or contact theCustomer Services Centre 0800 500 122.Reminder for all members with SwornGroup Life, Non-sworn Group Life andSupplementary Life insurance.All members with Sworn Group Life, Non-sworn Group Lifeand Supplementary Life insurance have been written toand asked to fill in a new Revocable Nomination form.This new nomination form advises Police Welfare FundInsurances, who the benefactors of your life cover are.The form will replace and update any existing form, soit is imperative that all members return it as soon aspossible. If you need another form call 0800 500 122.BEST DEAL SOUGHTFOR MEMBERS TRAVELINSURANCEBy Welfare Fund Manager, Pete HayesOne of our most popular products, Travelpac has been providedto Police Welfare Fund members for many years and for the past5 years has been underwritten by NZI.Large premium increase prompted Welfare Fund to searchthe market for best productFollowing notification by NZI, of a substantial increase inpremiums, Police Welfare Fund Insurances Limited went to themarket again to ensure we have the best product for ourmembers.As a result of this, we are in final negotiations with anotherprovider and the new policy will be in place by 1st September2002. There is likely to be some small enhancements to thecover and a small increase in premiums, however not as large asthe current provider (NZI) has proposed. Considering there hasnot been an increase in premiums for our Travel Insurance forsome 3-4 years and in light of recent overseas events, we canaccept that a small increase is reasonable.What does this mean for members currently holding orwanting Travelpac Insurance?As at 1 September 2002:New Applications - Any new applications for Travelpac receivedafter 1 September 2002, will not beaccepted by NZI. Members will be requiredto complete an application with the newprovider.Existing policies - This change will not affect any existingpolicies accepted before 1 September. Themembers’ cover will be unaffected even ifthey have not yet commenced their travelor are overseas at the time of changeover.Policy Extensions - Those members who wish to extend theircurrent policy for a further term after 1September 2002, will be required tocomplete an application with the newprovider before their current expiry date.New brochures and rates will be available shortly, contact theCustomer Service Centre on 0800 500 122 or our website:www.policeassn.org.nz for details.125