BRISBANE, Queensland, March 7 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: Police are continuing to investigate a critical incident which resulted in the death of a man on the Gold Coast yesterday, March 6. Around 9:15am, police observed a man known to them on Brown Street, Labrador when he allegedly presented a firearm at officers before fleeing on foot. The man then approached a woman on Calvary Court, where he allegedly pointed a firearm at her son before stealing her v...
BRISBANE, Queensland, March 7 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: An EMERGENCY ALERT has been issued at 2.42pm on Friday, March 7 by Redland City Council. Redland City Council CYCLONE EMERGENCY WARNING for Redland City area. TAKE SHELTER NOW in the strongest part of the building you are in. Impacts from Cyclone Alfred expected this afternoon and overnight. Listen to ABC 612, BAYFM 100.3 or visit disaster.redland.qld.gov.au for the latest information. Disclaim...
BRISBANE, Queensland, March 7 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: An EMERGENCY ALERT has been issued at 3.29pm Friday 7 March 2025 by the City of Gold Coast. City of Gold Coast CYCLONE EMERGENCY WARNING for coastal areas from BROADBEACH to JACOBS WELL and SOUTH STRADBROKE ISLAND. TC Alfred impacts expected this afternoon and overnight. TAKE SHELTER NOW. Heavy rain and flooding continue after winds ease. Listen to ABC 91.7FM or dashboard.cityofgoldcoast.com.au Stay...
BRISBANE, Queensland, March 7 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: Brisbane police are encouraging residents to finalise their plans and get ready to put them into action as strong winds and heavy rainfall are forecast to arrive with Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Police advise residents to keep up to date with the Bureau of Meteorology warnings and alerts. The Bureau has forecasted significant rainfall across the southeast coast, including Brisbane over the coming days....
LUCAS HEIGHTS, NSW, March 7 -- Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organization issued the following media release: Five exceptional female science communicators are part of a larger team who use skills in education and engagement to promote an interest in science amongst the public and students. To mark International Women's Day, we are highlighting the individuals who are driving STEM engagement. The group, who vary in age and background, are on the front lines shepherding swarms of s...
CANBERRA, ACT, March 7 -- Geoscience Australia issued the following news release: Australia is home to some of the largest resources of the world's critical minerals. Geoscience Australia's annual stocktake report of these mineral resources has been released in the 2024 edition of Australia's Identified Mineral Resources (AIMR). Geoscience Australia Chief Executive Officer Melissa Harris said Australia is playing a critical role in the global transition to a net zero future. "Knowing what cri...
BRISBANE, Queensland, March 6 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: Police have arrested a 26-year-old man following an incident at a North Toowoomba property where an officer was injured this morning, March 6. At approximately 4.50am, police were called to a Gordon Street address following reports of a disturbance. It is alleged when the man was confronted, he attempted to stab the officer with a screwdriver before allegedly biting him on the arm and running from t...
SYDNEY, March 6 -- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority issued the following media release: The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released today eight proposals to strengthen its prudential governance framework for banks, insurers and superannuation trustees. This represents the first significant update to APRA's governance standards for more than a decade. The proposals will ensure that APRA's governance standards reflect contemporary best practice and establish cle...
CANBERRA, ACT, March 6 -- Australian Federal Police issued the following media release: A Melbourne man is expected to face the Melbourne Magistrates' Court today (6 March, 2025) after allegedly trying to steal mobile numbers from unsuspecting victims of identity theft. In July, 2024, an Australian telecommunications company alerted the AFP that multiple attempts had been made to port mobile numbers to its network using potentially stolen identification information. Porting scams involve the ...
BRISBANE, Queensland, March 6 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: Tropical Cyclone Alfred's estimated arrival is drawing closer and Brisbane police are continuing to ensure the community is prepared. On Tuesday, March 4, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) pre-deployed officers to areas including the Moreton and Bay Island communities, to door knock and assist in preparations and any emergency response. Yesterday, March 5, hundreds of Brisbane police door knocked ...