Senior Constable Kim Ensinger commenced as a probationary officer at the Queensland Police Academy just under 38 years ago in July 1980, as a fresh faced 22-year-old. Today is his birthday, and as he has turned 60, he retires as a respected officer and much loved work colleague. Kim spent his early policing years up […]
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Coffee with a cop success on Russell Island
On Monday, March 12, police from Bayside District Crime Unit (DCPC), Vulnerable Protection Unit (VPU), Volunteers in Policing (ViPs), Crime Stoppers and Police Liaison Officers (PLOs) boarded the Water Police Boat and attended Coffee with a Cop at Russell island. This event was a great opportunity for community members to ask questions, voice concerns and get to know […]
He beat cancer, he battles arthritis, and this 72yo loves to box
Denis Cherry is Australia’s oldest amateur boxer, and despite sorely feeling the pain of arthritis, he trains six days a week. The 72-year-old is getting ready for a bout to raise money to help a seven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy.
Mystery buyer gifts 'Australia' signs from Expo '88 to local museum
An anonymous buyer spends $5,000 on two rusted “Australia” signs from Expo ’88 and donates them to a local museum.
Come have a cuppa with Capalaba police
You’re invited to have a cuppa with local police this Friday at the Capalaba Central Shopping Centre. The lovely staff at The Vintage Apron Cafe will be assisting us with this event, so drop in for a free coffee and friendly chat where you can voice any questions or concerns you may have. Crime Stoppers […]
Farm refuge for disabled animals on the brink of closure
Dozens of disabled animals provided sanctuary at a farm in south-east Queensland could be without a home as developers are set to move in by the end of the week.
'There will be a tragedy': South Stradbroke locals worried bushfire will wipe them out
Residents on South Stradbroke Island are worried poor vegetation management has left them vulnerable to a bushfire that would threaten all 70 houses in their community.
REMINDER: Coffee with a Cop on Macleay Island
Just a reminder to come on down and enjoy a coffee and a chat with Macleay Island officers at our Coffee with a Cop event next Tuesday. Coffee with a Cop, Macleay Island We look forward to seeing you all there!
Queenslanders brace for wild winds, surf as cyclone nears
Queensland residents are preparing for Tropical Cyclone Linda, which is set to make its presence felt even as the weather bureau prepares to downgrade it to a subtropical low this morning.
Christmas Day crash driver's 'terrible' traffic history revealed
Mark Veneris had lost 74 demerit points in three decades but was still allowed behind the wheel. On Christmas Day, he was allegedly under the influence of drugs and alcohol when he was involved in a crash that claimed the lives of Makayla Tritton and her mother Karin (pictured).