Police officer stood down, Intelligence and Covert Services Command

A 35-year old male senior constable from Intelligence and Covert Services Command has been stood down from the Queensland Police Service.
The officer is subject to allegations of driving under the influence of alcohol and unlawfully using a motor vehicle. The officer has been served with a notice to appear in the Beaudesert Magistrates Court on January 20, 2020 charged with drink driving.
In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when an officer faces serious allegations of misconduct.  This does not mean that the allegations against the officer have been substantiated.
Information about the Queensland Police Service Integrity framework can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/corporatedocs/reportsPublications/other/Documents/QPS-ESC-Integrity-Framework.pdf
Information about compliments and complaints can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/online/ComplimentsandComplaints.htm

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

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Assault, Inala

Police investigating the assault of a man at Inala this afternoon are appealing for public assistance.
Around 3.30pm the 49-year-old was driving along Blunder Road in a red Mitsubishi Lancer when he merged ahead of a light blue or silver Toyota Camry sedan before stopping at the intersection with Inala Avenue to turn right.
The male driver of the Camry pulled up behind and both drivers exited their vehicles where a confrontation ensued.
The 49-year-old was punched multiple times in the face causing him to fall to the ground. Female passengers from both cars exited and intervened.
The occupants of the Camry then drove off turning left into Inala Avenue.
The 49-year-old was later conveyed to hospital with facial injuries.
Police are appealing for assistance from anyone who may have dashcam footage of the incident.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form

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Christmas Mass Times

Join us for Holy Mass to celebrate the birth of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Christmas Eve5:30pm Vigil Mass OF at St John Fisher.7:30pm Vigil Mass OF at Mary Immaculate,Preceded by Carols at 7:00pm.

MidnightMidnight Solemn High Mass at Mary Immaculate,Missa O Magnum Mysterium, Victoria,Preceded by Carols at 11:40pm.

Christmas Day7:30am Mass OF at Mary Immaculate.9:00am Mass Missa Cantata at Mary Immaculate.

Please note there is no 5:00pm Mass on Christmas Day.
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Police pop up for Sunnybank safety stall

On December 14, and December 15, as part of Operation Wake up, officers from the Sunnybank Police Beat joined together with Hoyts Sunnybank to educate community members about personal safety and the road rules.

Police provided information and advice to the public about the current road rules and the new legislation regarding mobile phones offences which will come into effect in February 2020.
Members of the public participated in a road rules quiz and successful contestants were rewarded with free ice cream from Ben and Jerry’s.
Senior Constable Louise Newbould said that the Pop-Up Event was well received and enjoyed by all those who stopped to chat.
“These opportunities to engage will continue to make our communities we serve safer,” Senior Constable Newbould said.
Watch out for further pop-up Events in 2020.

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Operation Wake Up visits Garden City and Sunnybank Plaza

On Thursday December 12, police from the South Brisbane Crime Prevention Unit were joined by Police Liaison Officers (PLO) to attend both Garden City and Sunnybank Plaza shopping centres to speak with members of the community about personal safety as well and home and vehicle security.

Police spoke to many members of the community about the importance of being aware of your surroundings when out and about, and being vigilant about your property and personal security.
There was plenty of fun and it was a great time of year to speak to both parents and children now that school is out and everyone is about to embark on their holidays.
Please ensure your homes are secured and you have arranged someone to collect your mail and keep an eye on your house, and remember to report and suspicious vehicles or behaviour to police.

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Hooning, Redland Bay

Police are appealing for witnesses following a hooning incident in Redland Bay this afternoon.
Around 3.20pm, two cars did burn outs on School of Arts Road near a shopping centre, creating large plumes of white smoke.
Anyone in the area at the time who witnessed the incident is urged 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 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

Quote this reference number: QI1902498803

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Advent Lessons and Carols

Our service of Lessons and Carols was an excellent way to help us prepare for the coming of Christmas. During this time we listened to Scripture readings foretelling the coming of Christ and the Gospel accounts of his birth. This was interspersed with worship through the singing of hymns including many favourites such as O Come O Come Emmanual and O Come All Ye Faithful.

Posted by Maria Rose Anna Photography on Thursday, 12 December 2019

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Dangerous driving and property charges, Brisbane’s southside

Police arrested and charged three people after an alleged stolen vehicle was driven dangerously on Brisbane’s southside overnight.
A 4WD, stolen from a Seven Hills home in the early hours of December 11, was sighted by police in the Hamilton area around 8.30pm before officer’s lost sight of the vehicle.
Around 11pm police were called to Hipwood Road, Hamilton regarding two males acting suspiciously, and around 11.20pm the stolen 4WD was spotted by a member of the public in Lynell Street, Hamilton.
Police attempted to intercept the stolen 4WD in a Griffith Road, Nathan carpark around 11.50pm with it allegedly failing to stop, narrowly avoiding a tyre deflation device and speeding off.
Polair tracked the vehicle relaying information to patrolling police. Police will allege the vehicle, containing three people, drove at high speed, through red lights and at times on the wrong side of the road, through several suburbs.
Around 00.10am police successfully deployed a

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Police attend Milpera State High School exit ceremony

Representatives from the Queensland Police Service (QPS) were honoured to once again, present at the recent Milpera State High School Exit Ceremony for graduating students.

As part of the ceremony, students presented several performances including cultural dances, pop ballads and poetry.
Sergeant Jim Bellos, the Cross Cultural Liaison Officer for the South Brisbane District, presented the QPS Peace Awards to students that have demonstrated respect, courtesy, kindness, cooperation, harmony and compassion to their peers and the wider community.
This term, two outstanding individuals were recognised as the recipient of the QPS peace shield –  Jeremie Mwandu and Francesco Schiavello.
Sergeant Bellos remarked on the Service’s long association with Milpera and how his own family have been involved with the iconic school.
He also teased details of several upcoming sporting initiatives in 2020 where Milpera will be involved.

On behalf of the QPS, we wish all the students from this terms graduating class all the best for their

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Christmas coffee with a cop

Next Saturday, Upper Mount Gravatt Police, will be hosting a Coffee with a Cop event…with a twist.
To get into the Christmas spirit, we have renamed out event, ‘Nog with a Cop’.
Members of the public will have the opportunity to come along to the Coffee Club at The Village Shopping Centre on Logan Road, Upper Mount Gravatt between 10am and 11.30am to have a complimentary eggnog (or coffee if your inner scrooge prefers coffee).

This is a great opportunity to meet and speak to your local police, ask them questions and grab some advice on the best way to keep your home safe this holiday season.
Our Road Policing Unit will also be present to share some tips on staying safe on the road as you travel about over the Christmas period.
Rumour has it they’ll also have one of their motorbikes and some gear for you to check out or grab a photo

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