Vine Street Archives - Greenslopes News

A Sunshine Coast man has been charged with murder after a father was found dead in his Greenslopes unit.

Ryan Clifford Nord, 40, of Moffat Beach, appeared in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on Monday, August 19, facing charges related to the death of 61-year-old Donald Robert Green. The victim’s body was found during a police welfare check at a unit on Vine Street, Stones Corner, around 1 am on Friday.

**Green with his son, Dominic.**
Photo Credit: Facebook / Donald Robert Green

Magistrate Chris Callaghan adjourned the case to November 1, with a brief to be prepared by October 14. Nord was remanded in custody until the next court date. Court documents revealed that Nord declined a mental health assessment at the Maroochydore Watch House.

Police believe the incident stemmed from an alleged altercation in the unit around 10 pm on Friday, August 9. Investigators have indicated that the two men were known to each other.

The victim, Donald Robert Green, has been remembered fondly by his family. His brother, Danny Green, shared heartfelt tributes, describing Donald as a man who “lived life to its fullest” and was “always helping anyone, especially the homeless.”

Donald Green was a father to a teenage son and a cherished member of his extended family. Born in Papua New Guinea, he moved to Australia in 1974, where he became an integral part of the local community.

Published 19-August-2024

Following the much-needed upgrade of the Greenslopes social housing complex at 44 Vine Street, Minister for Housing and Public Works Mick de Brenni launched TenantConnect, a new service for public housing tenants.

The Vine Street complex, comprising of 63 units for seniors, recently had a $4-million upgrade.

TenantConnect

According to Mr de Brenni, the latest program for housing tenants called TenantConnect will enable the 108,000 people living in public housing across the State “to become involved in activities which build their skills, confidence and community connections”.

Moreover, Mr de Brenni said the new program allows public housing tenants to have their say on the government services.

“If they have any ideas on how we can improve our service delivery – whether that be housing design, safety and security, or streamlining access for the most vulnerable – this program delivers that avenue,” he explained.

Talking about the upgrades, Mr de Brenni also said the renovations provide more than modern homes.

“A big plus is the community connection the process creates, overcoming isolation, which in some cases can be debilitating for elderly Queenslanders,” he said.

Greenslopes Complex Upgrades

Member for Greenslopes Joe Kelly also added that tenants were “given a voice” during the refurbishment of the complex.

According to Mr Kelly, all 63 tenants had their say about what needed fixed in the building. This was done by forming a committee to help design the complex.

Upgrades to the complex include eight new car parks (including an ambulance bay), communal lighting, and improved gardens.

One of the tenants, Bruce Cole, said residents felt “grateful and empowered.”

“We now have a beautiful, welcoming complex with outdoor areas that are making a big difference to people getting together and socialising,” he said.

“Even though the upgrade is complete, we still have regular meetings with the department where we can discuss our concerns.”

Tenants can further give their concerns and suggestions to the government by simply taking part in an online survey. Furthermore, tenants may also share their stories and ideas by emailing tenantconnect@hpw.qld.gov.au.

Tag: Vine Street

Man Charged With Murder After Greenslopes Father Found Dead

TenantConnect Launched with Unveiling of Greenslopes Housing Complex Upgrade

TenantConnect

Greenslopes Complex Upgrades