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Help for learner drivers when sirens wail

You hear the sirens first. Where are they coming from? You look in your rear-vision mirror and you see the flashing lights. Yep, they are heading your way. You’re in

DFV safe places in all Queensland police stations

Every Queensland police station now has a “safe-space” for domestic violence victims. Assistant Commissioner of the Domestic, Family Violence and Vulnerable Persons

New Fire Department for Queensland

The structure of Queensland’s emergency services will change from June this year under new laws passed in State Parliament this week. From July 1, the state will have

Fake email barrage leads to charges

Two Gold Coast residents, who allegedly sent almost 2 million fake text messages over a two-week period earlier this year, have been charged by Queensland Police. A

Mayor’s warning as scammers hijack identity

Fraudsters have been masquerading as Rosanna Natoli, with the newly-elected Sunshine Coast Council Mayor urging the community to be aware of fake approaches under her

QUT Professor Cassandra Cross at desk | Newsreel

Cross gives victims of fraud a voice

By Elissa Lawrence The devastating impact of fraud has far-reaching consequences. QUT’s Professor Cassandra Cross has made it her mission to give victims of fraud a

Young person wearing backpack with hands up. | Newsreel

Mixed reaction to changes in youth crime law

Changes to youth justice laws that remove “detention as a last resort” will not make Queenslanders safer, according to the state’s peak social services body. QCOSS

Data confirms rise in female murder victims

The latest crime data has confirmed what thousands have been protesting about – the number of women being murdered by partners is on the rise. As rallies are held

Dangerous drivers now face 20 years in jail

Major increases in penalties for dangerous driving could see guilty motorists jailed for up to 20 years. In an instance where a driver has evaded police while driving

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