As part of the Queensland Police Service’s continuing commitment to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) community it has rolled out an Online Learning Product (OLP) to all officers in time for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. The learning tool helps officers by enhancing their understanding of: Significant historical events that have […]
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Robbery appeal, Strathpine
Detectives are seeking public assistance following a robbery incident at a Strathpine liquor store earlier this month. Around 6.20pm on Monday, May 7, a man entered the Gympie Road business and walked to shelves located at the back where he stuffed several bottles of spirits into a large bag. The man was confronted by an […]
Cycle to stop domestic and family violence
On Sunday, May 13 the QPS & Lifecycle Cycling Club (Nundah) hosted their inaugural ‘Cycle to stop domestic and family violence’ Commencing at South Brisbane. 67 participants got up early on Mothers Day and rode the ten kilometers or 30 kilometer ride event. The eldest participant was Estelle, a young 73 years and youngest Hannah […]
Vehicle offences, Chermside
Gateway Crime Prevention Officers held their safe street visit at Burnie Brae Park, Kuran Street, Chermside on Wednesday, May 15 where they spoke to local residents regarding recent crimes happening in the area. Local Neighbourhood Watch members also attended to meet local residents. It was great to be able to meet some local residents and […]
Attempted armed robbery, Lutwyche
Detectives are investigating an attempted armed robbery incident that occurred at Lutwyche this evening. At about 8pm, a man armed with a knife approached a woman who was sitting in her vehicle in Lamington Avenue and threatened her with the knife. The woman fled the scene in her vehicle and contacted police. No one was […]
Horses coming to Chermside Shopping Centre!
What? Horses coming to Chermside Shopping Centre? YES you ‘neighed’ right! Come along on Thursday, May 17 from 9am to 8pm and check out the Queensland Police Service and other government and non government agencies for DV Month. Located outside Kmart, everyone is invited to check out one of our marked police cars (located inside the […]
North Brisbane District Work Experience Program
During the period of May 8 to May 10, Police from the Inner West Crime Prevention Unit hosted and facilitated 11 senior high school students participating in the Queensland Police North Brisbane District Work Experience Program. The students, comprised of Year 11 and 12 students from Kedron State High School, St Benedicts College, Rivermount College […]
DV conference addresses young people experiencing domestic and family violence
On Friday, May 11 Platform 1225 (Qld youth Housing Commission) hosted their inaugural Domestic and Family Violence forum about Abuse of Power – Confronting Dynamics of Harm. Held at Royal on the Park, the keynote speaker was internationally recognised Scott Miller from Duluth, USA (coordinator Duluth’s coordinated Community response to domestic violence). This event was […]
North Brisbane District Work Experience Program
During the period of May 8 to May 10, Police from the Inner West Crime Prevention Unit hosted and facilitated 11 senior high school students participating in the Queensland Police North Brisbane District Work Experience Program. The students, comprised of Year 11 and 12 students from Kedron State High School, St Benedicts College, Rivermount College […]
Be a part of the solution, stop Domestic and Family Violence
Sandgate is one of the most beautiful places in Brisbane but unfortunately there is no place that domestic and family violence does not raise its ugly head. Police Officers from Sandgate Station came out in the Community to pledge ‘Do something’ campaign. This year the Department of Communities are asking everyday Queenslanders to be part […]