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Armed robbery, Annerley

Police are seeking information in relation to an armed robbery at an Annerley hotel last week.
Just after 3am last Thursday, March 19, a man entered the hotel armed with an axe, approached a security officer and demanded money.
The man attempted to gain access to an atm before stealing  cash from a register.
He then left the premises onto Ipswich Road towards Franklin Street.
The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, around 180cm tall and of a proportionate build.
He was wearing dark coloured pants, a black hooded jumper with a black face covering.
No one was physically injured during the incident.
Police wish to speak to another male who was seen at the hotel earlier in the evening, as he may be able to assist police with their investigations.
Anyone who recognises the man or noticed anything suspicious along Ipswich Road around 3am should contact police.

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Police charge five in operation targeting OMCG

Police have charged five people with 18 drug related charges following raids targeting members of the Comanchero outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) yesterday.
Detectives from the Organised Crime Gangs Group with staff from Brisbane Region executed 12 search warrants at locations in Brisbane, Logan, Coomera and Gold Coast where they seized a number of dangerous drugs and cash.
During the search it will be alleged that police uncovered quantities of cocaine, MDMA, cannabis, GHB, steroids and prescription drugs, cash and gang related paraphernalia.
A 45-year-old man from Logan Village has been charged in relation to drug offences. He is scheduled to appear at the Beenleigh Magistrates Court on 20 May 2020.
A 26-year-old man from Alexandra Hills has been charged with drug offences and contravene direction. He is scheduled to appear at the Cleveland Magistrates Court on 30 July 2020.
A 33-year-old man from Woolloongabba was charged with five drug related charges and will appear in

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Letter from the Brisbane Oratory Amidst Coronavirus

Dear friends,

A lot has changed since our last letter. Whilst there is still some freedom of movement, it is likely that we are heading towards a total lockdown as has been seen in other countries. I think we owe it to our families and friends and others we have contact with that we follow the guidelines that are given to us by civil and Church authorities. I’m sure all of us would want to prevent making another person sick, even unknowingly. It’s not bad that we’re being asked to make sacrifices during Lent, and I think many would agree that the sacrifices imposed on us are usually more meritorious than the sacrifices we choose for ourselves.

Please know that the Oratory community is united with all of you as we go through this present trial. And whilst we cannot gather in our usual ways, we are still doing many of our

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Border restrictions

The community should avoid all non-essential cross-border travel to Queensland from tonight.
State Disaster Coordinator Deputy Commissioner Steve Gollschewski said the restrictions would apply to all travel to Queensland by air, sea, rail or road.
“Interim arrangements will be in place to enforce border restrictions from 12.01am tomorrow,” Deputy Commissioner Gollschewski said.
“Anyone trying to enter Queensland particularly by road on the Gold Coast can expect significant delays from tonight.
“We will aim to prioritise essential food, supplies and services. The community can help us by not trying to cross the border unless their travel is absolutely essential.
“We understand that people will be inconvenienced but these restrictions are being implemented to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
“We are in the process of developing an online application and exemption system including a help line, but it will not be ready for tonight. We will have work arounds in place tonight but that could contribute

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Social distancing

The community is being reminded to adhere to social distancing principles and new restrictions in relation to indoor venues.
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is providing ongoing support to Queensland Health as part of a co-ordinated whole of government response to the COVID-19 situation.
A multi-agency taskforce operating under Task Force Sierra Linnet will ensure compliance with the new Chief Health Officer directions now in place for all pubs, registered and licensed clubs, gyms, indoor sporting venues, casinos and night clubs.
These measures are aimed at reducing the spread of COVID-19 and ensuring overall public health and safety.
Police have certain powers under the Public Health Act 2005 (Qld) to ensure compliance with the intent of the legislation, and penalty provisions apply.
For more information regarding new regulations and health advice visit www.health.qld.gov.au.

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Serious assault, West End

Detectives from Dutton Park Criminal Investigation Branch have charged a man following the serious assault of another man in West End early this morning.
Just after midnight a 41-year-old Highgate Hill man was allegedly assaulted on Boundary Street.
The man was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital where he remains in a critical condition with a serious head injury.
A crime scene was declared on Boundary Street between Vulture Street, Jane Street and Russell Street.
A 41-year-old West End man has been charged with Grievous Bodily Harm. He is expected to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow (March 24).
Detectives are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information to contact police.

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

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Random breath tests continue following the suspension of static breath testing sites

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) continues to conduct random and targeted breath tests across the State, anywhere at any time.
The recent decision to suspend static (multi-vehicle) roadside breath and drug testing means an increase in random and targeting testing to ensure the safety of all users of Queensland road networks.
Road safety continues to be a priority with motorists urged not to drink drive and always have a ‘Plan B’.
Static testing sites have been suspended to reduce the risk of spread of COVID-19 to other community members and frontline police.

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Urgent changes to schedule

Dear friends,

On Monday morning 23 March there will be a 7:00am OF and 9:30am EF Mass with extra Prayers in Times of Epidemic and Plague from the Roman Ritual. This may be the last opportunity to assist at Mass for some time. We are awaiting further directions from the Archbishop following the Government announcement last night that places of worship must close from midday today. We will update you on the situation as soon as we can.

United in Prayer,

Fr Adrian Sharp
Moderator.
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Sanctifying the Lord’s Day

While in the Archdiocese of Brisbane we have been dispensed from assisting at Mass on Sunday, we are still obligated to keep the Lord’s Day Holy, of which Mass is usually one component. We are reminded that on Sunday’s “If because of lack of a sacred minister or for other grave cause participation in the celebration of the Eucharist is impossible, it is specially recommended that the faithful… engage in prayer for an appropriate amount of time personally or in a family…” (CCC, 2183). Mass is greater than any private devotion, but while we cannot assist at Sunday Mass, we can still contribute to sanctifying the Lord’s day especially through prayer. Here are some suggestions:

Praying some hours from the Divine Office. The Divine Office is the official public worship of the Church and is intimately connected to the Mass. Unlike other private prayer, even said as a group, by praying

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Current Changes at the Oratory Concerning Archdiocesan Directives

In response to the latest directives of the Archdiocese, the Brisbane Oratory inform our parishioners how these directives will be carried out in Annerley-Ekibin Parish under our care.

Brisbane Oratory – Coronavirus Arrangements PDF
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