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Child abuse and neglect is preventable.
If we all work together as a community, we can create an Australia where all children can enjoy a safe and healthy environment.
To mark National Child Protection Week 2018 (September 2-8) the Queensland Police Service is issuing a reminder to the public to stay vigilant and aware, communicate with your children and most importantly, take responsibility, as protecting children from abuse and neglect is truly everyone’s business.
Led by the National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN), National Child Protection Week is aimed at raising awareness and preventing child abuse, neglect, offences against children and highlighting the role we all play in its prevention.
While no one likes to think about it, child abuse and offences involving children are a harsh reality.
That is why raising awareness and educating the community is a positive step towards preventing the next child becoming a victim.
We need to

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Gold Coast police are investigating after an armed robbery in a carpark on Whitewater Way in Coomera this afternoon.
At around 2:15pm a man and a woman met a group of men to sell a motorcycle advertised online.
It will be alleged when the meeting took place the group of five men produced knives and demanded the motorcycle before loading it into the back of their vehicle and fleeing the scene.
The 20-year-old man and 17-year-old woman were not physically injured during the robbery but were transported to Gold Coast University Hospital as a precaution.
The group of men are described as Caucasian in appearance, ranging in age from their late 40s to mid-teens.
The stolen motorcycle is described as a black and green 2009 Kawasaki KX250 (pictured).
Detectives are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident in the carpark to contact police.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or

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The following vehicles have been reported to Ipswich Police as stolen:

Type
Colour
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle description
Date reported

Holden Commodore
Silver
056XRO
Station Wagon
29/08/2018

Mitsubishi Lancer
Blue
141MBX
Sedan
30/08/2018

Toyota Hilux
White
152XRU
Dual Cab
29/08/2018

Police are urging residents to secure their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic theft.
Many vehicles are taken while the victims are at home.
Thieves target keys, mobile phones and cash left in plain view within homes and vehicles.
Hiding car keys and valuables makes it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
Remember, no matter where you are, lock your car!
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 these reference numbers: QP1801600040, QP1801609372, QP1801602618

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Motorcyclists are the focus for Ipswich Police on day five of the Road Safety Week.
The freedom of the open road makes motorcycling an exhilarating way to travel but reality is that motorcyclists are roughly 38 times more likely to be killed in a traffic accident than occupants of a car.
The best ride is a controlled ride, so enjoy a smooth and safe journey.
Ipswich Police are highlighting the safety of motorcyclists with the following simple advice:

Ride to be seen and don’t assume you’re visible to everybody.
Be aware of all other road users – anticipate the actions of others.
Wear essential protective gear –  helmet, jacket, gloves, boots, trousers and reflective gear at night. Protective gear could save your life.
Do NOT drive aggressively.
Riding tired affects reaction times and impairs judgement. Take a break or don’t get on the bike if you are tired.
Be alert and observant.
Make sure your motorcycle is mechanically sound and serviced.

Remember

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Left to right, Senior Constable Gillespie (foot), Sergeant Reilly, Constable Woodford, Senior Constable Brown and Goodna OIC Senior Sergeant Shaw
The team at Goodna were excited to be able to show our support today to rainbow youth everywhere in our community.
Wear it Purple Day encourages us to demonstrate open support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) youth throughout Queensland by wearing the colour purple.
Wear it Purple Day was established to demonstrate to young people there is hope, there are people who support and accept them and they have the right to be proud of who they are.
It is hoped this will let LGBTI young people everywhere know their support base is far greater than they could have imagined, and reaches all levels of the community.
As you can see, some Goodna officers are also wearing our QPS issued rainbow ‘pride’ patches to show our support.
Senior Constable Ben Gillespie said it was

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A motorcycle accident happens in a flash, but the aftermath is traumatic.
The faster you go, the harder you hit – and on a bike, you’ll always come off second‐best.
The only thing speeding gets you closer to is a crash.
In 2017, 50 motorcyclists died and 953 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
Injuries can be serious and life-changing, with long and difficult recoveries.
This Queensland Road Safety Week, we are urging all motorcyclists to remember the motorcycle Fatal Five: speed, fatigue, drugs and alcohol, distractions and gear and maintenance.
At 80km/h you travel 44m in just 2 seconds, so always stay focused and leave time and space to react.
Riding tired affects reaction times and impairs judgement. Take a break or don’t get on the bike if you’re tired.
Look after yourself and look after your bike. The right gear and regular maintenance can save your life.
Ride to be seen and don’t

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Are you ready for a QPS career?
Have you thought of becoming a Police Officer with the Queensland Police Service?
Now is your chance to find out if you are ready for a rewarding career as a Police Officer.
Come along to learn about the entry process and requirements to join the Queensland Police Service.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 11, 6–7.30pm
 (Please arrive 20 minutes prior to 6pm to allow for security checks)
WHERE: Springfield Lakes Community Centre, 53 Springfield Lakes Boulevard, Springfield Lakes
Please note, all attendees, including family and friends, must book a place.
To find out more about the event and how to book your place, click here.

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August 31 is Wear It Purple Day, where the QPS will be demonstrating its support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) youth throughout Queensland.
To show our support, QPS officers are approved to wear boots with purple laces and to wear the newly developed LGBTI Load Bearing Vest patch on Wear it Purple Day.
Inspector Keith McDonald and Sergeant Nadine Webster putting their purple laces on!
Wear It Purple was established to help the wider community demonstrate to young people there is hope, there are people who support and accept them and they have the right to be proud of who they are.
National LGBTI Health Alliance and Beyond Blue studies show that LGBTI people are more likely to attempt suicide than the general population, with social exclusion playing a big part.
This makes initiatives like Wear It Purple so important, by giving communities the opportunity to show LGBTI youth they have a supportive

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Springfield police have charged a man following investigations into the alleged assault of a 70-year-old man in Ebbw Vale in July of this year.
At around 2:30pm the man was driving between Brisbane Road and Hoepner Road when he briefly sounded his car horn at another vehicle when it failed to move at a green light.
It will be alleged the driver moved off but at the next red light left his vehicle, punching and damaging the side mirror of the 70-year-old’s car before opening the car door and punching him repeatedly in the head.
Members of the public came to the man’s assistance before the other man fled the scene.
The 70-year-old man was later taken to hospital suffering bruises and a suspected concussion.
The driver of the other vehicle subsequently handed himself into police after being identified by investigators.
A 23-year-old Indooroopilly man has been charged with serious assault of a person over 60

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The Queensland Police Service (QPS) have launched specially designed patches to again demonstrate its support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) youth throughout Queensland through its involvement in this year’s Wear it Purple Day.
Wear it Purple Day was established to demonstrate to young people that there is hope, that there are people who support and accept them, and that they have the right to be proud of who they are.

To demonstrate our support, officers may wear their boots with purple laces and wear the newly developed LGBTI Load Bearing Vest (LBV) patch on Wear It Purple Day.
Commissioner Ian Stewart said this was a great way for rainbow youth everywhere to know that their support base included police.
 
“’Wear it Purple’ is a simple message: you have the right to be proud of who you are and sexuality or gender identity does not change this – ‘Wear it Purple’ if

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