The Queensland Police Service has confirmed that Constable Peter McAulay will be moved from Princess Alexandra Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit to a specialised ward tomorrow after showing encouraging signs of improvement. Peter is now listed as stable, however will require intensive treatment for critical injuries received at Booval last week. Thank you very much to […]
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Robbery with violence, Parkinson
Detectives investigating after a man and woman were threatened with a knife and their car stolen at Parkinson home this afternoon have released CCTV images of a man they believe can assist their inquiries. Around 5.15pm a man jumped the back fence of an Albert Place residence before entering and confronting the occupants inside. The […]
QPS and Microsoft deliver Cyber-Safety Awareness
Officers from the Queensland Police Service, along with representatives from Microsoft Australia, led a special cyber-safety presentation to parents and community members from the Islamic College of Brisbane in Karawatha late last month. The initiative, ThinkUKnow, is a joint Australian Federal Police and Microsoft program that seeks to educate young people and parents about the […]
Attempted murder charge, Acacia Ridge
Police have charged a man with attempted murder following an alleged assault in Acacia Ridge yesterday evening. Officers were called to an address on Gemstone Crescent at around 7:20pm following reports a woman had been assaulted. On arrival officers located an injured woman at the intersection of Gemstone Crescent and Gregory Street. Police rendered first […]
Greyhound trainer faces 70 serious drug and fraud offences
A 44-year-old Greyhound Trainer is facing 70 serious drug and fraud offences relating to the greyhound racing industry. The Queensland Racing Crime Squad (QRCS) will allege the Camira man doped his greyhounds with methylamphetamine to gain a race day advantage and win prize or wagering money. Queensland Racing Integrity Commissioner Ross Barnett said that apart […]
Police busy preparing for Riverfire 2018
Police are busy preparing to ensure one of Brisbane’s biggest events, Riverfire, is safe and secure for everyone heading out to watch the fireworks spectacle. Superintendent Virginia Nelson, the Riverfire Commander, said that around half a million people were expected to line the riverbanks for the celebration. “We are well-versed in planning and preparing for […]
QPS celebrates with Chinese community in South Bank
Over 200 community leaders, government agencies and business representatives attended a reception celebrating the 69th Anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) on Thursday, September 20 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Bank. This auspicious event was hosted by the Chinese Consulate General in Brisbane and featured Officers from […]
New left turn signal for pedestrian safety
A new ‘left turn’ arrow has been installed for drivers on Mt Gravatt-Capalaba Road at Mackenzie turning left onto Mt Petrie Road. The installation follows a number of near-misses with pedestrians and will ensure children walking from the nearby Mackenzie State Primary School can do so safely. The lights activate only when there is a […]
Storm season safety
Living in Queensland, unpredictable and powerful storms are a part of life. Even though we’re used to it, we still need to make sure we’re prepared for any serious situations and emergencies arising from inclement weather. Stay safe during the storm season: Take note of storm warnings via social media, mainstream news reporting or the […]
QPS serves up safety advice to budding ‘Master Chefs’
South Brisbane District Police Liaison Officers had the honour of addressing students from the world famous Le Cordon Bleu Brisbane Culinary Institute at the Queensland TAFE South Bank Campus earlier this week. Students from as far as India, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia have travelled to the River City to enrol in the prestigious cooking school. Senior Police […]