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POOLE, Ian F & Leonie D

Born 24 August 1936
Born 14 June 1937

Origin Newcastle-Upon-Tyne & Goole
Accompanying Family Daughter Karen Zena age 9yrs, Son Richard Jonathon age 6yrs.
First settled in Perth WA
Original Occupation Police Officer & School Teacher
Occupation in Australia School Teacher 18yrs & School Teacher 27yrs

NORTHERN STAR

Departure Port Southampton
Arrival Year 1970

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Father (Ian) qualified as a school teacher at Secondary Teachers College with B of Education. Wife (Leonie) had UK teachers qualification and gained a B of Arts and B of Ed at WAIT. Karen gained Doctor of Medicine at WA University. Richard gained Law degree at WA University.

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  • Hi, We knew Leonie and Ian through my parents, Bill and Wendy, and I recall spending a weekend with them as a child, in Ipswich, UK, and flying an enormous box kite. If Karen could get in touch I have some news to impart. Ian Shand

    Sat 18 Apr 2026

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