Today we conducted a joint agency bush exercise with the local council after a group of adventurers decide that Toohey Forest would be a great place to set up a camp site.
Appropriate notice was given to the group and today police from Holland Park assisted with the removal of rubbish and rain soaked furniture.
The camp site had been hammered by the heavy rain fall over the past week which made the hike in and out a muddy affair.
The guys behind me in the below picture (way behind me) were navigating a two-seater couch through the forest while I’m seen here carrying a severely broken camping chair and a bag of empty wine bottles. Not the expensive stuff. #worksmarternotharder
On a more serious note, there are many signed rest areas in Toohey Forest but these are not long term camping sites.
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
Fatal traffic crash, Capalaba
Police are investigating a fatal traffic crash that occurred at Capalaba this morning (March 5).
At about 5.10am, two vehicles traveling on Duncan Road have collided head on, injuring the two drivers.
A 21-year-old male driver was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition however was later pronounced deceased.
The 36-year-old male driver of the second vehicle received an injury to his foot and was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment.
No one else was injured during the incident.
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.
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.
Police break down barriers with refugee welcome BBQ
Police from the South Brisbane District hosted a welcome BBQ recently for over 50 refugees from Syria, Tibet and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The event was part of an interactive presentation coordinated by the Multicultural Development Australia. This initiative was a fantastic opportunity for participants to understand core life skills for settling here in Brisbane.
The newly arrived had the chance to engage with local police officers and police liaison officers and ask questions that they would normally have not had the chance to ask in their respective homelands. In turn, senior police representatives and liaison officers had the chance to talk about the great work of the QPS in building stronger communities.
Multicultural Development Australia’s Settlement Life Skills Orientation Trainer Belinda Aldridge helped coordinate the lunch and sees the positive impact these interactions with police at early stages of settlement have on newly arrived Queenslanders.
“Some of our clients have had bad
South Brisbane District officers and staff recognised at awards ceremony
More than 50 Queensland Police Service (QPS) officers and staff members were recognised in the South Brisbane District for their outstanding commitment to serving the Queensland community.
Member for Stretton Duncan Pegg, representing Police Minister Mark Ryan, and Acting Assistant Commissioner Brian Wilkins, congratulated officers and staff from the South Brisbane District who received medals, certificates and awards at a ceremony held in Calamvale yesterday.
Twelve officers received Assistant Commissioner’s Certificates (Operational) for exceeding expectations in the execution of duty in an operational field.
Mr Pegg and Acting Assistant Commissioner Wilkins presented the national awards to officers, including the presentation of the National Medal and the National Police Service Medal.
The National Medal recognises 15 years of diligent service by members of Australian police forces, defence forces, and members of the ambulance and fire services. Clasps to the National Medal are awarded for a further period of 10 years’ service.
Mr Pegg presented the National
We celebrate Year of the Dog with a blessing
On Sunday February 25, Queensland Police Service (QPS) Dog Squad attended the Chung Tian Temple Cultural Open Day to help celebrate the Year of the Dog for 2018.
Dog Squad handlers, police dogs and puppies were invited to attend the very special occasion which was the very first QPS Police Dog blessing ceremony.
As leader of the pack, Commissioner Ian Stewart ensured the police dogs and puppies were on their best behaviour whilst receiving their blessing to help keep them safe.
After the peaceful blessing ceremony handlers and their dogs mingled with the great number of families in attendance who all wished the officers peace and harmony whist performing their duties.
The day was enjoyed by all the officers and dogs and was a great opportunity to experience a wide range of traditional Chinese New Year activities.
Dog Squad wish to thank Chung Tian Temple for inviting the them to such a special occasion and
Traffic incident, Mount Gravatt
Police investigating an incident on the Southeast Freeway last Wednesday (February 21) around 9.45am are appealing for any witnesses.
Around 9.45am a family travelling northbound in a grey 2016 Mazda CX-3 on the freeway just after the Mains Road on-ramp were involved in an incident with a red 2000 Toyota Hilux.
The red Hilux is alleged to have driven in front of the Mazda causing the driver to have to brake several times to avoid hitting the Hilux.
It is then alleged the driver of the Hilux came to a stop in the middle lane of the highway causing the Mazda to stop behind him. The driver of the Hilux is then alleged to have left his vehicle and approached the other vehicle threatening the driver.
The driver then returned to his vehicle and drove off exiting at the Gazza Road off-ramp a short distance away.
Police are asking for anyone who may have witnessed
Armed robbery, South Brisbane
Police are investigating after a convenience store was robbed by a man armed with a knife in South Brisbane this evening.
Preliminary investigations indicate around 5:50pm a man with his face covered entered the Merivale Street business and approached the counter before demanding money from the employee.
The worker complied, handing over a sum of money and cigarettes which the man put in a blue backpack.
He then left the premises on foot.
The man is described as being aged in his early 20s, slim build, wearing a beige cap, black long-sleeved shirt, black pants and bum-bag around his waist.
No one was injured during the incident.
Investigations are continuing.
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
Update: Dangerous driving incident, Brisbane
Police have charged a 22-year-old man with more than 120 offences including the alleged theft of 15 vehicles from homes across Brisbane in the past month.
He was arrested at Mount Gravatt Showgrounds on Sunday after he was tracked by Polair allegedly driving a stolen Mercedes-Benz dangerously and evading police in Brisbane’s South.
Around 3.30pm the man abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot before being arrested by members of the dog squad a short time later.
The man was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital for an arm injury he sustained during the arrest.
This morning he was charged with a total of 126 offences during a bedside hearing including 15 counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle; 12 counts of enter dwelling/ premises to commit an indictable offence; 10 counts each of burglary and stealing; 64 counts of fraud; five counts of receiving tainted property; two counts of failing to stop
Man charged with arson, Capalaba
Detectives investigating an alleged suspicious fire at a Capalaba business last night have charged a man over the incident.
At about 9.24pm, officers were called to the Steel Street premises after reports of explosions and smoke coming from the business.
On arrival of emergency services, the building was observed to be well alight.
No one was injured during the fire.
A 36-year-old Alexandra Hills man is charged with one count each of arson and enter premises with intent to commit indictable offence.
The man will appear in the in the Cleveland Magistrates Court on March 29.
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.
Burglary and deprivation of liberty, Dutton Park
Detectives are investigating a burglary offence that occurred at Dutton Park yesterday afternoon.
At about 4.10pm, three men of Pacific Islander appearance arrived in a vehicle at a house on Railway Terrace and entered the home via the rear door.
The three men threatened the occupants of the dwelling and forced them to lay on the ground whilst the men searched the house.
A short time later the three men fled the scene in the vehicle they arrived in with a television, mobile phone and wallets belonging to two of the residents.
No one was injured during the incident.
Investigations are continuing.
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.