Work experience students checking out one of the QPS new patrol cars during their visit to QPS Deport at the Alderley Police Complex
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 and the Aviation High School.
The Queensland Police Service, North Brisbane District Work Experience Program is designed for high school students interested in pursuing a career in the Police Service or other related areas in law enforcement.
The aim of the program is to assist students in making informed career decisions.
The intensive three day North Brisbane District Work Experience Program is conducted once during each school term for a maximum of 11 students (Year 11 and
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The Brookfield Hall Restoration Project
An appeal to all those who love the beautiful old Brookfield Hall The Brookfield Recreation Reserve Trust has this weekend launched an appeal for financial assistance with the planned restoration of the historic Brookfield Hall. An envelope containing the appeal letter and a copy of Brookfield a Short History has been distributed to all households […]
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IT’S SHOWTIME!!
Show activities begin on Thursday night before the show when the Art, Childrens’ Art and Craft, Photography, Sculpture and Woodwork competitions reveal their winners. All Pavilions open at each day 9:00am, with Equestrian Events for the local District Day on Friday filling the Main Ring with a blaze of expertise and colour. The action after school Friday afternoon continues with the Rodeo, sideshow entertainment and live music […]
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Special event for Lifeline
You are invited to attend Parliament House on May 16 for a special event for Lifeline to launch a new film dedicated to suicide prevention.
The film will be launched by Senior Sergeant Daryl Green, who is the new Lifeline ambassador.
In May 2000, Senior Sergeant Green and two colleagues suffered horrific injuries when they were ambushed, shot and left for dead after attending a routine neighbourhood dispute.
Today, despite the challenges imposed by this life shattering event all three officer have survived their experience.
Lifeline Ambassador, Senior Sergeant Green
Senior Sergeant Green now uses his story to help others in need.
He will be speaking at the event about his near death experience and its aftermath. This will be followed by a short film directed by Michael Hanson that documents Senior Sergeant Green’s incredible story.
The film is dedicated to suicide prevention.
The special Lifeline fundraising event is being hosted by the Honourable Mark Ryan MP, Minister for
Update 2: Unlawful wounding investigation, Taringa
Detectives are continuing their appeal to the public to help locate a man in his thirties who may be able to assist with their inquiries following an incident yesterday morning in Taringa.
A second image of Marcus Richardson (pictured) has been released, however the image shows the man with a heavier build. He is described as Caucasian in appearance, around 180cms with a thin build, brown hair (slightly balding) and blue eyes.
Initial investigations indicate shortly after 6.30am, May 1 a man forced his way into a home on Todd Street and confronted a man and woman, who were sleeping inside the residence.
A physical altercation occurred between the two men, resulting in the occupant being stabbed a number of times to the neck, hands and upper body.
The man then fled on foot. It is believed the man was known to the pair.
The victim, a 20-year-old man, was taken to the Royal Brisbane
Update: Unlawful wounding investigation, Taringa
Detectives are asking the public to help locate a man in his thirties who may be able to assist with their inquiries following an incident yesterday morning in Taringa.
Marcus Richardson (pictured) is described as Caucasian in appearance, around 180cms with a thin build, brown hair (slightly balding) and blue eyes.
Initial investigations indicate shortly after 6.30am, May 1 a man forced his way into a home on Todd Street and confronted a man and woman, who were sleeping inside the residence.
A physical altercation occurred between the two men, resulting in the occupant being stabbed a number of times to the neck, hands and upper body.
The man then fled on foot. It is believed the man was known to the pair.
The victim, a 20-year-old man, was taken to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital for treatment to non-life threatening injuries.
The 20-year-old woman and two children, aged 1 and 3, who were also
Seeking assistance in relation to burglary, The Gap
Police are appealing for public assistance as part of their investigation into a recent burglary in The Gap on April 28.
Sometime between 2.30pm to 7.30pm jewellery has been stolen from an address on Whitehead Road, The Gap.
Police have released an image (below) of a jewellery item stolen.
Investigations are continuing and anyone who recognises this item or can be of any further assistance is urged to contact police and quote reference QP1800786563.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Inner West police wrap, April 23 to 29
Break and Enter Dwelling
The total number of burglaries in the Inner West Patrol Group this past week was six.
Suburb
Street
Time
Entry Method
Property
Stolen
Date
Arana Hills
Barney Street
Evening
Insecure front door
Jewellery
14/04/2018
Ashgrove
Bracknell Place
Day
Kitchen window forced
Nil
23/04/2018
Gaythorne
Gaythorne Road
Between dates
Garage door forced
Power tools
01/04/2018 to 17/04/2018
Mitchelton
Grovely Terrace
Day
Attempt to open locked door
Nil
28/04/2018
Parkview Street
Day
Garage door forced
Keys and motor vehicle
28/04/2018
Toowong
Sherwood Road
Between dates
Unknown
Clothing, plants, utensils, and fashion accessories
01/06/2016 to 27/04/2018
Steal from Premises
The total number of ‘steal from premises’ (businesses, schools, garages, etc) this past week was five.
Suburb
Street
Time
Type
Date
Auchenflower
Ridley Street
Overnight
Garage
27/04/2018 to 28/04/2018
Everton Park
South Pine Road
Overnight
Car park shed
26/04/2018 to 27/04/2018
Indooroopilly
Coonan Street
Early morning
Garage
22/04/2018
Coonan Street
Overnight
Business
25/04/2018 to 26/04/2018
Goldieslie Road
Between dates
Construction
24/04/2018 to 26/04/2018
Steal from Motor Vehicle
The total number of unlawful entries into motor vehicles this week was six.
Suburb
Street
Time
Location
Property Stolen
Date
Ashgrove
Broadbent Street
Night
Driveway
Nil
25/04/2018
Auchenflower
Ridley Street
Overnight
Unit complex car park
Tools and electrical items
23/04/2018 to 24/04/2018
Munro Street
Overnight
Unknown
Tools
23/04/2018
Thorpe Street
Overnight
Car port
Nil
22/04/2018
Keperra
Dawson Road
Overnight
Driveway
Credit card
27/04/2018 to 28/04/2018
Toowong
Morley Street
Overnight
Street
Wallet and personal items
27/04/2018 to 28/04/2018
Motor Vehicle Theft
The total number of motor vehicle thefts this past week was three.
Suburb
Street
Time
Located Suburb
Vehicle
Date
Balmoral
Thorpe Street
Early evening
Everton Hills
2017 Grey Landrover
Inner West police wrap, April 16 to 22
Break and enter dwelling: The total number of burglaries in the Inner West Patrol Group this past week was three.
Suburb
Street
Time
Entry Method
Property
Stolen
Date
Toowong
Elizabeth Street
Overnight
Garage door left open
Clothing, books, shoes
15/04/2018 to 16/04/2018
Woodstock Road
Day
Garage door forced
Mountain bike
21/04/2018
The Gap
Moonmera Street
Early morning
Garage side door left unlocked – SNEAK BURGLARY
Nil – offender disturbed
16/04/2018
Steal from premises: The total number of ‘steal from premises’ (businesses, schools, garages, etc) this past week was three.
Suburb
Street
Time
Type
Date
Auchenflower
Kingsford Street
Unknown
Garage
14/04/2018 to 20/04/2018
Saint Lucia
Macquarie Street
Overnight
Garage
15/04/2018 to 16/04/2018
Pullenvale
O’Brien Road
Unknown
Shed
19/04/2018 to 22/04/2018
Steal from motor vehicle: The total number of unlawful entries into motor vehicles this week was seven.
Suburb
Street
Time
Location
Property Stolen
Date
Indooroopilly
Stanley Street
Overnight
Driveway – no vehicle entry gained
Handbag, GPS navigator, cash
19/04/2018 to 20/04/2018
Coonan Street
Overnight
Street
Front number plate
19/04/2018 to 20/04/2018
Thorpe Street
Overnight
Street
Wallet, sunglasses
19/04/2018 to 20/04/2018
Everton Hills
Timms Road
Overnight
Car park
Nil
16/04/2018 to 17/04/2018
Mitchelton
Osborne Road
Overnight
Unit complex car park
Tools
18/04/2018 to 19/04/2018
Bardon
Fletcher Parade
Early morning
Driveway
Nil
20/04/2018
Saint Lucia
Ironside Street
Overnight
Street
Both number plates
21/04/2018 to 22/04/2018
Motor vehicle theft: The total number of motor vehicle thefts this past week was five.
Suburb
Street
Time
Located Suburb
Vehicle
Date
Toowong
Gailey Road
Overnight
2012 Black PGO PM50 Motorcycle Rego: 938IH
15/04/2018 to
Mountain road users beware
Inner West Patrol group are appealing for all road users to slow down and drive with care on our mountain roads.
We urge you to beware of the changing road conditions, debris and road works between Mt Nebo and Mt Glorious. Please take extra care.
The cooler months are quickly approaching which can bring high winds and slippery road surfaces due to morning and evening dew.
Our message to road users is clear:
Drive and ride within the speed limit;
Drive and ride to the road conditions;
Drive and ride to your capabilities; and
Enjoy your trip.
Plan before you go. For up-to-date road condition information on roadworks and traffic conditions across Queensland visit QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au.