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Local News

Police taking knife off suspect

New knife sale ban for minors sees Jack’s Law getting tougher

As of September 1, new laws have come into effect across Queensland aimed at curbing knife crime. Retailers are now prohibited from selling knives to anyone under 18 and must display clear signage about these age restrictions. Additionally, certain controlled items, like double-edged knives and machetes, must be securely stored.

Des Kerr

HR Pro Transforms Local Businesses

Seasoned HR professional Des Kerr brings his corporate background to the local community where he helps small to medium businesses thrive with his tailored consultancy services.

Library to temporarily relocate while work starts on Capalaba Revitalisation

As part of the Capalaba Town Centre Revitalisation, the local library will move to Capalaba Central Shopping Centre in late 2024. The new library will be a key feature of the revitalised area, offering modern facilities as part of the $250 million project. Construction kicks off in early 2025.

Police taking knife off suspect

New knife sale ban for minors sees Jack’s Law getting tougher

As of September 1, new laws have come into effect across Queensland aimed at curbing knife crime. Retailers are now prohibited from selling knives to anyone under 18 and must display clear signage about these age restrictions. Additionally, certain controlled items, like double-edged knives and machetes, must be securely stored.

Des Kerr

HR Pro Transforms Local Businesses

Seasoned HR professional Des Kerr brings his corporate background to the local community where he helps small to medium businesses thrive with his tailored consultancy services.

Library to temporarily relocate while work starts on Capalaba Revitalisation

As part of the Capalaba Town Centre Revitalisation, the local library will move to Capalaba Central Shopping Centre in late 2024. The new library will be a key feature of the revitalised area, offering modern facilities as part of the $250 million project. Construction kicks off in early 2025.

Police taking knife off suspect

New knife sale ban for minors sees Jack’s Law getting tougher

As of September 1, new laws have come into effect across Queensland aimed at curbing knife crime. Retailers are now prohibited from selling knives to anyone under 18 and must display clear signage about these age restrictions. Additionally, certain controlled items, like double-edged knives and machetes, must be securely stored.

Des Kerr

HR Pro Transforms Local Businesses

Seasoned HR professional Des Kerr brings his corporate background to the local community where he helps small to medium businesses thrive with his tailored consultancy services.