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On Monday July 1, officers from Upper Mount Gravatt had the pleasure of being invited to host a special stall at the Griffith Welcome Market Day for trimester two at the iconic Campus Heart, Nathan.

Hundreds of students, staff and visitors had the chance to speak to their local police and receive timely information on a range of topics including cyber safety, road safety, personal safety and ways to contact police.
Students from as far China, Japan, South Korea, India, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Malaysia and Norway flocked to take photos with their new local officers.
Senior Police Liaison officer Mary Kenyi said we have an incredibly diverse student population here in our Police District.
“While most students do the right thing, there is always more we can do to ensure our personal and home security,” SPLO Kenyi said.

Some attendees also had the chance to take part in an interactive quiz which tested their knowledge on how

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On Saturday June 29, officers  from Carina Station attended Westfield Carindale Shopping Centre for a special even; women in conversation featuring an intimate conversation with Rosie Batty.
Rosie Batty with officers from Carina Station
Rosie Batty knows pain no woman should have to suffer and has become an outspoken and dynamic crusader against Domestic Violence.
Rosie has made the most of her position of influence, campaigning and advocating for necessary systemic and attitudinal change, to address the family violence epidemic.
Domestic Violence can have a significant impact not just on the victims of the violence or abuse, but those who reside in the house including children and pets.
Victims of Domestic or Family Violence can not only be left with serious physical injuries, but abuse can affect their confidence, self-esteem and ability to make clear judgements.
Children are often those who can be affected the most and exposure to Domestic and Family Violence may take away

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Police are seeking public assistance after a man has robbed a take away store at Acacia Ridge overnight.
Around 7.55pm a man has entered the Beaudesert Road store and threatened staff with a knife demanding cash.
One of the staff opened the cash register and the man took some notes before running of.
He is described as Caucasian, approximately 183cm tall, slim build and wearing an orange and black jumper.
Anyone with further information 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: QP1901247631

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Police are investigating after someone has fired shots into a business in Woolloongabba overnight.
Preliminary investigations indicate at about 2.35am shots were fired into a gym on Annerley Road through the front glass door and a number of windows.
No one was in the business at the time and no one was injured in the incident.
A member of the public who heard the shots contacted police.
Police are appealing for anyone with further information or anyone in the area with dashcam vision 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.

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Remember our little friend Poh the Koala?
How much cuteness can you bear?

Here’s the conclusion to the story.
When we located Poh, RSPCA advised he was in a critical state with injuries consistent with being hit by a car, resulting in 20ml of blood being drained from his lungs.
After almost two weeks recovering with the RSPCA, Poh was given the tick of approval to be released – finding his feet and his own territory, after being tagged by RSPCA.
Holland Park officers were fortunate to join RSPCA when Poh was released into a habitat close to where he was rescued.
As police officers, it’s not often we come across a feel good story with a happy ending and it certainly put a smile on our faces, knowing we were able to play a part in saving his life.
Be free little Poh and we wish you well!

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Think policing is all car chases, blaring sirens and handcuffing perps? Think again!
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Sergeant Billy Li is a branch manager for PCYC in the Whitsundays. Before he took that role and when we caught up with him he was a Cultural Advisory Officer with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) Cultural Engagement Unit, and he loves the challenges and rewards of his career.
“My role is very unique, it’s very special and it’s very diverse and it’s nothing like any other job in the Queensland Police Service,” Sergeant Li said.
Working in policy and program development, the Cultural Engagement Unit links the QPS with many multicultural and Indigenous bodies in Australia to provide reviews, advice, consultation and education to the QPS and the public.
These include partnerships and discussions with local communities and cultural groups as well as government departments, non-government organisations and other Australian law enforcement agencies.
While his job might seem different

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Next month, officers from Carina Station will be hosting an information session aimed at providing advice and guidance around road safety and drivers licence matters. Local officers will be joined by representatives from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).
Road Policing Command officers from the QPS will also present an information session with question and answer time, to address your questions and issues.
Representatives from TMR will provide information in relation to:

Medical conditions and driver licences;
Commonly misunderstood road rules; and
Pedestrian safety.

Officers will be on hand to discuss the role police play in this process and Police initiated reporting of individuals to TMR.
The event is free and open to all persons who wish to know more about this topic and have questions regarding their own circumstances, a friend or family member.
Date: Thursday July 25
Time: 10am – 11am
Venue: Carindale PCYC – Corner Creek Road and Narracott Street, Carindale

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Minister for Police and Minister for Corrective Services, the Honourable Mark Ryan MP joined Assistant Commissioner Mike Keating at the Roma Street Fire Station today for the official launch of the school holiday road safety campaign, Operation Cold Snap.

Between June 29, and July 19, the QPS will coordinate a state-wide traffic policing operation designed to improve road safety and reduce the number of fatal or serious injury traffic crashes.
This operation coincides with the June/July school holidays and a period in which there is an increase in vehicles using Queensland roads.
The operation will include strategies such as a highly visible police presence on Queensland roads and roadside drug and alcohol testing for police to detect offences and enforce the road rules.
Assistant Commissioner Keating said Operation Cold Snap would reinforce the fatal five factors:

Speeding;
Drink/drug driving;
Seat belts;
Fatigue; and
Distraction.

“Drivers who fail to comply with traffic laws and regulations place road users across Queensland at

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Police are appealing to residents in Moorooka to remain vigilant with their vehicle security after 20 vehicle stealing related offences have been reported since the start of this month.
Unknown offender/s have stolen number plates, tools from tool boxes, wallets, cash, credit cards and keys left in vehicles and in some cases, vehicles were left unlocked and property were stolen.
Here are some vehicle security tips can assist you:

Always lock your vehicle, including the boot and sunroof, and remember to fully close all windows.
Always keep your keys out of sight and never leave vehicle keys lying around on tables, benches, bedside tables or key hooks.
Remove keys from the ignition and lock your vehicle if your vehicle is parked or unattended; even if it’s only for a minute.
Never hide spare keys on or in the vehicle – thieves know where to look.
Remove all valuables and personal items when leaving your car unattended, or

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When you think of a fingerprint expert the first image your mind conjures up is probably from the iconic TV series CSI or one from the thousands of true crime docos that saturate Netflix’s viewing catalogues.
But art doesn’t always imitate life and the role of a fingerprint expert is far more sophisticated than TV shows will have you believe.
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Sergeant Alicia Finigan is a fingerprint expert for the Gold Coast District. Her role involves both processing ‘arrest’ fingerprints and responsibility for the identification of offender’s ‘latent’ fingerprints found at crime scenes.
Her path to this important scientific role within the Queensland Police Service (QPS) began in 2006 when Sergeant Finigan was sworn in as a Constable at the age of 31.
Working as a general duties officer at Surfers Paradise for the first three years of her career, Sergeant Finigan became interested in the scenes of crime aspect of policing.
Scenes of

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