On Sunday, May 13 the QPS & Lifecycle Cycling Club (Nundah) hosted their inaugural ‘Cycle to stop domestic and family violence’ Commencing at South Brisbane.
67 participants got up early on Mothers Day and rode the ten kilometers or 30 kilometer ride event.
The eldest participant was Estelle, a young 73 years and youngest Hannah being a mature four-year-old.
It was Hannah’s longest ride at ten kilometers – with training wheels attached!
Estelle and S/Constable Cam GRESHAM – swapping rides for the day!!!!
Estelle joined the 10km ride and completed part of the course.
Estelle shared her story that after 32 years of living in a violent relationship she left her husband in 1999 and now spends her spare time advocating for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence.
Valley Bike Squad supporting the #End DFV #DoSometing #SayNoTo Domestic Violence campaign
The event finished at the City Botanical Gardens and then guest speaker Simone O’BRIEN a survivor
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Vehicle offences, Chermside
Gateway Crime Prevention Officers held their safe street visit at Burnie Brae Park, Kuran Street, Chermside on Wednesday, May 15 where they spoke to local residents regarding recent crimes happening in the area.
Local Neighbourhood Watch members also attended to meet local residents.
It was great to be able to meet some local residents and speak with them about crimes happening in their area and to provide them with a take home package of some useful tips on home and vehicle security.
Police would like to remind local residents to be vigilant with their home and vehicle security.
Don’t leave car or house keys, mobile phones, wallets and handbags in plain view inside your home.
Place them out of sight so offenders can’t easily locate them if you happen to get broken into.
The majority of vehicles stolen in the Chermside area, were taken from the carpark spaces of unit complexes. People continue to leave valuable
Attempted armed robbery, Lutwyche
Detectives are investigating an attempted armed robbery incident that occurred at Lutwyche this evening.
At about 8pm, a man armed with a knife approached a woman who was sitting in her vehicle in Lamington Avenue and threatened her with the knife.
The woman fled the scene in her vehicle and contacted police.
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.
Online learning tool helps police engage LGBTI community
As part of the Queensland Police Service’s continuing commitment to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) community it has rolled out an Online Learning Product (OLP) to all officers in time for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
The learning tool helps officers by enhancing their understanding of:
Significant historical events that have impacted on the LGBTI community
Issues confronting the LGBTI community including discrimination, vilification, mental health and domestic and family violence
Legislation and QPS policy and guidelines specific to the LGBTI community
Effective communication and practical policing strategies to improve the delivery of a professional, non-discriminatory and accessible policing response
Internal and external support and referral service options for LGBTI clients.
While the training benefits all QPS members it has a particular focus for general duties officers, station client service officers and watch house staff who often engage with LGBTI persons during sensitive and vulnerable situations.
The OLP can be accessed through Advance2 by
Horses coming to Chermside Shopping Centre!
What? Horses coming to Chermside Shopping Centre? YES you ‘neighed’ right!
Come along on Thursday, May 17 from 9am to 8pm and check out the Queensland Police Service and other government and non government agencies for DV Month.
Located outside Kmart, everyone is invited to check out one of our marked police cars (located inside the centre) and come and speak to police and other agencies about Domestic and Family Violence.
At 12 noon the QPS Mounted Unit will be making a brief visit to outside the The Barivian in the new food court area.
Take the opportunity to meet our beautiful horses (and their handlers) up close and personal.
Stay tuned for more particulars!
If you are or know someone who may be experiencing domestic and family violence then please contact DVConnect 1800 811 811, Mensline 1800 600 636. In an emergency call 000.
Motor vehicles targeted, lock it or lose it
Lock it or lose it!
Police are again urging residents to be vigilant with the security of their vehicles after a number of recent unlawful entries to motor vehicles in North Brisbane.
Opportunistic thieves are targeting cars left unlocked, parked in driveways, secured car parks, carports and on the road. Some of the recent suburbs targeted are Chermside, Fitzgibbon, Nundah and Kalinga.
In many cases, victims have left valuable items in the car. In the past week alone, offenders have managed to walk away with cash, credit cards, spare house and vehicle keys, cash, expensive laptops, jewellery, wallets, Go Cards, e-tags, GPS units, and last but not least an eyelash crimper!
Simply parking your car in your driveway or garage is no deterrent. We need you to lock and secure your car at all times.
Remember:
Remove temptation – always lock doors and close windows when your vehicle is unattended; and
NEVER leave valuables in your vehicle.
The Gateway Crime
Messy Play May at Chermside
Getting messy!
On Thursday, May 10 the Boondall Crime Prevention Unit attended Playgroup Queensland’s Messy Play May event at the 7th Brigade Park, Chermside.
The children had a fun and messy time at the event, through interactive activities.
At the police display, the children had a fun time dressing up in police shirts, reflectorized vests and hats and having their fingerprint taken and put on a card to take home.
Police in attendance thoroughly enjoyed spending the day out with the kids in the park and enjoy participating in these community events.
Possible traffic congestion, Nudgee Road Ascot, May 12
Hendra Police would like to inform motorists of road closures around the Doomben Racecourse, Ascot, this Saturday May 12 due to the start of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival.
Hampden Street, Ascot will be closed between Brassey Street and Onslow Street from 8am till 3pm, then from 3pm it will be closed from Nudgee Road to Onslow Street, with the exception of taxis.
Congestion is expected on Nudgee Road, in the vicinity of the Doomben Racecourse, due to the high volume of horse transportation, taxis and private vehicles attending the event.
Hendra Police are requesting motorists to be patient or avoid Nudgee Road, Ascot for non-essential travel during Saturday May 12.
Safe Street visit Chermside: Tuesday, May 15
Gateway Crime Prevention Officers will hold a Safe Street visit in Chermside on 15 May 2018.
Join us from 4.30pm-5.30 in Burnie Brae Park, Kuran Street Chermside.
Police will be discussing recent local crime trends and will provide tips on how to best secure homes and motor vehicles.
Residents will also have an opportunity to meet with their local Neighbourhood Watch group.
For further information please call the Gateway Crime Prevention office on 3364 3426.
Secure your dwelling and vehicle. Key lock.
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.
Be a part of the solution, stop Domestic and Family Violence
Sandgate is one of the most beautiful places in Brisbane but unfortunately there is no place that domestic and family violence does not raise its ugly head.
Police Officers from Sandgate Station came out in the Community to pledge ‘Do something’ campaign.
This year the Department of Communities are asking everyday Queenslanders to be part of the solution to STOP Domestic and Family Violence in our Community and not be a bystander.
Domestic and family violence won’t go away by itself – it needs our intervention to break the cycle.
If you are or know someone who may be experiencing domestic and family violence then please contact DVConnect 1800 811 811, Mensline 1800 600 636. In an emergency call 000.
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