Six people were taken to hospital following a violent disturbance at an Upper Coomera tavern this morning.

Preliminary information indicates that police were called to a Brygon Creek Road establishment around 1.20am following reports that a group of up to nine men were involved in a brawl in the public bar.

Five men were treated at hospital for a range of injuries including serious lacerations, bruises, as well as head and facial injuries. It is believed one man was knocked unconscious, and two others will require surgery to lacerations, including a man who was struck in the face with a glass. All injuries are believed to be non life threatening.

The men, ranging in aged from 25 to 32, were from Upper Coomera, Oxenford, Kingston, Boronia and Victoria.

A number of staff members attempted to intervene in the disturbance resulting in several receiving minor injuries, including a security guard who received treatment in hospital for a suspected broken arm.

Extensive damage was caused to the bar area, including broken pool cues and bar stools.

Investigations by detectives from Coomera Criminal Investigation Branch continue.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police have released images of three men they believe will be able to assist them with their investigations into the serious assault of two men in Surfers Paradise on October 13, 2013.

Around 2.30am two men, aged 25 and 26 years, were in a licensed premises in Cavill Avenue when without warning they were each struck in their faces by two men holding beer bottles.

The men were punched and assaulted a number of time before the offenders fled the scene.

The victims were treated in hospital for facial injuries.

The men pictured above or anyone who may know the men are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

We will be offering a free service to assist in the deterrence of number plate theft at:

• Pacific Fair car park (near Mitre 10/Pumpkin Patch and bus station area)
• 9am – 2pm Thursday 24 October 2013
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Police are investigating the serious assault of a man in a residential complex at Mermaid Waters early this morning.

Around 1.50am the man was in the driveway of a Cotteslow Drive address when he was assaulted by a group of people.

During the assault, he was struck with a glass bottle causing injuries to his eye, face and to the back of his head.

He was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital where it was expected he would undergo surgery.

The offenders also caused damage to his parked vehicle.

Investigations into the incident are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police are investigating after a man and a woman were assaulted overnight in Varsity Lakes.

Shortly after 10pm, a group of men have entered a property on Pristine Court and have assaulted a 21-year-old man, causing a head wound.

There was then a further altercation with the 18-year-old woman before the group left.

The man was taken to hospital with non life threatening injuries and the woman received minor injuries.

Police are investigating whether those involved in the incident are known to each other.

Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444.

Police have charged two people following investigations into the assault of a man and a woman at Varsity Lakes on Sunday night.

It will be alleged shortly after 10pm a group of men entered a Pristine Court property before assaulting a 21-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman.

The man was transported to Gold Coast University Hospital with a laceration to his head while the woman sustained minor injuries.

A 19-year-old Surfers Paradise man and a 16-year-old Southport boy were both charged with two counts of assault occasioning bodily harm and one count each of attempted robbery in company and entering a dwelling with intent.

The 19-year-old will appear in the Southport Magistrates Court tomorrow while the 16-year-old will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act 1992.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Please join us on Sunday, November 24 and walk for White Ribbon Day.

The walk will commence at 8:00am from the Palm Beach Parklands (Pirate Park). Be sure to arrive before 7:50am at which time you will need to register.

The walk is 1 hour in duration and will be followed by entertainment that includes live music, dancers and a sausage sizzle.

The Queensland Police Service will be attending on the day to flex their muscles and take on the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service in a “friendly” tug-o-war.

For more information please view the flyer below. We look forward to seeing you there.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Students from Upper Coomera State College with acting Senior Constable Brendan Stokes

Acting Senior Constable Brendan Stokes reports:

Friday, October 25 marked “Day for Daniel” at Upper Coomera State College (UCSC) with many students dressing in red to show their support for this growing initiative. Wear Red and Educate is the theme for Day for Daniel, which is celebrated by schools, kindergartens, businesses and communities across Australia to honour the memory of Daniel Morcombe.

The students pictured above were selected to participate in a ‘Walk for Daniel,’ in which the students walked down to the nearby Upper Coomera Community Centre. The students were well received by locals and passing motorists who showed their support in various ways.

Once at the community centre the students were addressed by the UCSC school based police officer, acting Senior Constable Brendan Stokes.

Acting Senior Constable Stokes spoke to the students to empower them to ‘Recognise,’ ‘React,’ and ‘Report,’ the keywords identified by the Daniel Morcombe Foundation as being fundamental to child safety.

Please speak with your children about these three important skills as the QPS and Daniel Morcombe Foundation continue to promote a safer community for children.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

On November 6, the Safer Suburbs Awards Ceremony was held at the Gold Coast Arts Centre, Surfers Paradise.  These awards are held every two years with the purpose of recognising those individuals, organisations and businesses who help make the city of the Gold Coast a safer place to live.

A huge congratulations goes out to the individuals, organisations and businesses who were nominated and received awards. 

 A special mention goes out to the Volunteers in Policing (ViPs) Gold Coast District who received a nomination in the not for profit group category.  A big thank you goes out to all the ViPs who have, and continue to donate an enormous amount of their time to their community and the Queensland Police Service.

In addition, we are very proud to announce the winner of the Individual Category was our very own Jean Greatbanks, whose contribution in the role of a ViP and community member of her local Neighbourhood Watch Group has been insurmountable.  This award is very well deserved, congratulations Jean!!!

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Pictured above: Acting Assistant Commissioner Hollands, Margie Gardner, Christine Smith, Mayor Tom Tate, Michael Hart MP Member for Burleigh, Senior Sergeant Ahearn

On November 6, the Safer Suburbs Awards Ceremony was held at the Gold Coast Arts Centre, Surfers Paradise.  These awards are held every two years with the purpose of recognising those individuals, organisations and business who help make the city of the Gold Coast a safer place to live.

Other QPS winners included:

Not-for-profit group category – Burleigh Heads Police Community Consultative Committee (CCC)
The Burleigh Heads CCC formed in 2009 in response to community concerns about crime in the area. The Committee has contributed positively to many collaborative initiatives between the Queensland Police Service and the local community. The work of the committee has been highly valuable in bonding the community, police and local groups, and undertaking meaningful crime reduction activities.  

Project category – Helping Youth At Risk (HYAR)
This is an early intervention program run by the Ashmore PCYC for young people. The program is available for young people who have disengaged from the education system and may be at risk of anti-social behaviour or crime. Since its implementation in February 2012 the program has supported over 200 young people to assist them to re-engage in school while feeling capable, responsible and motivated. There has been a dramatic improvement in the behaviour of participants in the program.

Congratulations to all those nominated and thanks for making the Gold Coast a safer place.

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Police are investigating the alleged assault of an 18-year-old woman at a Surfers Paradise apartment complex early yesterday morning.

Preliminary information suggests around 12.20am a number of people were inside a unit located in a Ferny Avenue apartment complex when a disturbance involving two 18-year-old women occurred.

It will be alleged that an 18-year-old New South Wales woman sustained a laceration to her head after being struck by a ceramic mug.

The woman was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital with non life threatening injuries.

An 18-year-old Flinders View woman is currently assisting police with their investigations.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police will not tolerate assaults on its members after three officers were assaulted in Townsville last night.

Commissioner Ian Stewart said he had had enough of his officers being used as punching bags.

“In the lead up to Christmas, we will see an increase in social activities and we want this to be a safe and happy season for all, including police officers.

“Police officers, like any other employee should not be subjected to assaults in their workplace. It’s unacceptable and we will aim to prosecute any person who assaults or obstructs a police officer while they are carrying out their duties.

“Police are being kicked, punched, spat at and bitten as they routinely attempt to resolve incidents they are called to.

“I am grateful for increased penalties from the Government for assaults on police.

“While there has been a slight decrease in assaults on police in Townsville this year, any incident is unacceptable.”

Last night in Townsville two police officers attended a disturbance on Flinders Street when both were assaulted. A female police officer was allegedly kicked in the face and sustained a cut to her right eye. She attended Townsville Hospital.

Three women were charged with serious assault and obstruct police offences.

In a separate incident in Townsville, around 5pm yesterday a 64-year-old man allegedly kicked a police officer in the chest after he had been restrained.

“Police will be taking a tough stance. If you assault a police officer, verbally or physically, in any situation you can expect to be charged with an offence that carries serious penalties,” Commissioner Stewart said.

Police have charged an 18-year-old woman following investigations into the alleged assault of an 18-year-old woman in Surfers Paradise yesterday.

Around 12.20am, it will be alleged two women were involved in an altercation inside an apartment complex on Ferny Avenue when one of them was struck in the head with a ceramic mug.

An 18-year-old woman from New South Wales sustained a laceration to her head and was transported to Gold Coast University Hospital for treatment.

An 18-year-old Flinders View woman has been charged with one count of assault occasioning bodily harm and is due to appear in the Ipswich Magistrates Court on December 12.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Two 22-year-old men have been charged following investigations into a disturbance at Burleigh Heads yesterday afternoon.

At 3.55pm, police were notified of a disturbance between four men in a Central Drive car park.

It will be alleged two men became involved in a physical altercation with two other men, where one person was armed with an iron bar.

Police intercepted two men leaving the scene in a vehicle.

It will be alleged one of the men is a member of the Nomads Criminal Motorcycle Gang.

A 22-year-old Reedy Creek man and a 22-year-old Palm Beach man have both been charged with affray.

The Reedy Creek man has also been charged with going armed so as to cause fear.

Both are scheduled to appear in the Southport Magistrates Court today.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police are investigating the serious assault of a 17-year old man at Surfers Paradise in the early hours of this morning.

Just after midnight the man was standing with a group of friends at the corner of Markwell Avenue and Northcliffe Terrace when another group of males approached them.

One of the males in the second group became aggressive towards the man and punched him in the face causing him to hit his head on the ground.

The second group of males fled the scene.

The man who is from Booval was transported and admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital for a serious head injury.

Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police are investigating an incident in which a 16-year-old boy sustained a head injury in Surfers Paradise last night.

At 8.40pm, the teenage boy attempted to intervene in a fight on Cavill Avenue.

He was punched in the head by another male, causing him to fall to the ground.

A second male then kicked the boy in the head and torso.

The victim was taken to the Gold Coast University Hospital with a head injury.

Two males are currently assisting police with their investigation.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

On Friday November 22 the Volunteers in Policing (ViP) received a certificate of appreciation for their contribution to the Schoolies 2013 event held in Surfers Paradise.

During this event the ViPs gave up their time to work late nights and very early mornings to assist Police in their endeavour to make this years Schoolies Event safe for all to enjoy.

The ViPs assisted with the return of lost property and the transport of at risk teens back to their accommodation.

A huge thank you to all those ViPs who were involved over the 7 nights!

ViP Sue Hannant; Vip Randall Waerea; ViP Amanda O’Connor; Inspector Barry Day; ViP Jackson Curtis

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police have charged a 16-year-old boy following the serious assault of a 17-year-old Booval man at Surfers Paradise on November 22.

About midnight, the man was with a group of friends at the corner of Markwell Avenue and Northcliffe Terrace when another group of males approached them.

It is alleged that man was punched in the face, causing him to hit his head on the ground.

The man was treated at the Gold Coast University Hospital for a serious head injury.

The 16-year-old boy was charged with grievous bodily harm and assault occasioning bodily harm while in company.

He was dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police have charged a man following an incident yesterday afternoon in Broadbeach Waters.

Around 5.10pm, a 33-year-old man has entered a vehicle at the intersection of Bal Harbour Road and T E Peters Drive following an arranged meeting to purchase mobile telephones.

Police will allege a male in the vehicle has then produced a knife, demanded money and then stabbed the man in the arm.

The man then attended the Robina Hospital where was treated for non life threatening injuries.

A 25-year-old Coolangatta man has been charged with one count each of wounding, attempted robbery, possession of a utensil and possession of dangerous drugs.

He is due to appear in Southport Magistrates Court today.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.