Carina Chesson Receives Queensland Day Award We all know it’s the people who make Queensland truly legendary. And when disaster strikes, it’s often the quiet heroes who rise to the challenge without fanfare or fuss. Carina Chesson is one of those heroes. Recognised as one of this year’s Queensland Day's five Local Legends, Carina showed what it means to step up for your community when it needs you most. From heart to hand, her actions during the devastating February floods in Ingham proved that
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Bull Arab X Vivacious Vixen is a bundle of joy just waiting to bring some serious sparkle to the right home. This gorgeous girl has been in care for over 500 days and is bursting with love, loyalty and playful spirit. With a big, beaming smile and a tail that never stops wagging, Vixen thrives on long daily runs, a spacious yard and plenty of attention from her people. While she loves to stretch her legs and let loose on outdoor adventures, Vixen also treasures the quiet moments like cooling o
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For Prestigious Queensland Training Award Seventeen-year-old Sophie Johnson is making waves in the healthcare sector, earning recognition as a finalist in the 2025 Queensland Training Awards. A student at Gilroy Santa Maria College, Sophie is one of only three contenders shortlisted in the School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year category for the North Queensland region - an impressive feat given that more than 750 applications were received statewide. Sophie is the first school-based tr
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Read the full storyDuring last week’s parliamentary sitting, a public briefing was held on the Domestic and Family Violence Protection and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025. This Bill aims to enhance police efficiency and provide immediate protection to victims of domestic and family violence (DFV) through the introduction of Police Protection Directions (PPDs). PPDs are intended to offer victims immediate protection for 12 months and do not require a court hearing.
DFV is a serious issue that affects too many Queenslanders. At present, there are 2,481 full time police officers that are dedicated to DFV. Without any changes, Queensland Police Services predict that by 2032, 5,747 full time officers will be required to maintain the current level of service delivery for DFV. Consequently, the government is looking to make changes that will improve police efficiency but still protect individuals against DFV.
While the intent of the Bill is to improve victim safety and streamline police responses, it raises some concerns about potential unintended consequences, particularly for individuals who may be wrongly accused. During the public briefing, I inquired whether a PPD would affect someone's Blue Card or Firearms Licence. The Department confirmed that a PPD could impact Blue Card holders and would also result in the revocation of a Firearms Licence. This is particularly concerning in cases of misidentification, where individuals could face personal and financial hardship if these cards or licences were wrongfully revoked.
While these reforms may reduce some of the workload for police when it comes to DFV, they shouldn’t offend the rules of natural justice or impede on the procedural fairness when it comes to legal matters. Whilst I would love nothing more than to see the workload of our police streamlined so that their time on the beat is better spent, perhaps alternative measures and options could have been explored prior to this bill being introduced.
I look forward to the ongoing examination of the bill. Submissions can be made through the committee website until 5pm, Friday 30 May 2025. There are also public hearings scheduled to take place in early June in Mackay, Cairns, and Brisbane.
Contributed with thanks to Member for Hinchinbrook Nick Dametto.
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