Today’s modern lifestyle has made all manner of our existence more simpler, faster and easier than any age before. But for many young people the stresses and challenges presented by contemporary society has resulted in a rise in a number of social problems. To combat these significant issues, the Queensland Police Service (South Brisbane District), […]
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Armed robbery, Upper Mount Gravatt
Police have charged a man following an armed robbery at a shopping centre in Upper Mount Gravatt this morning. It will be alleged around 9:30am a man smashed the display window of a jewellery store with a hammer, stealing stock and fleeing on foot. The man was subsequently detained by security until police arrived and […]
QPS, celebrates with the local Philippine community
On Saturday, May 26, The Philippine Multicultural festival took place at the Sunnybank State High School. Hosts, Mauro and Cecilia Somodio welcomed special guests: Mr Graham Perrett MP, Mr. Peter Russo MP and Cr Angela Owen. Representatives from the South Brisbane District Police Liaison Unit were also in attendance to officially kick off this annual […]
Congratulations to our Volunteers in Policing – South Brisbane District
South Brisbane District has so much to celebrate and this past week we have celebrated our Volunteers in Policing (ViPs) as we approach 20 years of ViPs in the QPS. South Brisbane District has a proud history of utilising the service of ViPs to expand our capabilities. These amazing people share their time without seeking […]
Charges for school threat, North Lakes
Detectives have today charged a teenage boy following threats made to a North Lakes School. It will be alleged the boy made threats to the school and students in an online forum on Monday. The teenage boy has been charged with one count each of use carriage service to make a threat to cause serious […]
Appeal for public assistance, South Brisbane
Police investigating a string of break and enter type offences in the south of Brisbane are appealing for public assistance to help identify and locate a man who police believe may be able to assist with their inquiries. Between May 11 and May 28, a man has gained entry to a number of businesses in […]
Volunteer in Policing Rosemary Nicol, recognised at Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Awards
On Thursday, May 24 the Queensland Police Service (QPS) held the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Awards in Brisbane. Rosemary, who is a Volunteer in Policing (ViP) won the Community Service Award. This award acknowledges community members proactive service to enhance the safety of individuals or groups affected by domestic and family violence. Rosemary has […]
Personal and home security information from police, Sunnybank and Runcorn
Police continue to increased patrols in the community, but we are also urging residents to be proactive and vigilant to help reduce the chances of being targeted. It is important to continuously review your home security and ensure all doors and windows can be key locked. On Saturday, June 2 between 10am to 1pm, police are […]
Crime alert, Eight Mile Plains
At present offenders are committing what police call “sneak” breaks in this area. This means offenders are entering homes through unlocked doors and windows or removing fly screen to gain access. Once inside offenders are stealing easy to conceal items such as cash, wallets, handbags, small electronics and jewellery. Please be aware it is not […]
Dogs on Patrol
On Sunday, May 27, Morningside Neighbourhood Watch 7 hosted the Dogs on Patrol event at the Bill Cash Memorial Park, Cannon Hill. Morningside NHW 7 teamed up with Morningside NHW 1, Camp Hill NHW 6 and 7 and Annerley NHW 5. Pooches were treated to a variety of stalls of canine wares, food vans, coffee […]