The crash took place on Merino St just before 7:49 p.m. on Wednesday, 17 April 2024, according to Queensland Ambulance Services.
Paramedics promptly arrived at the scene and provided immediate medical attention to the woman. She was later transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital for further treatment.
This incident follows another serious e-scooter accident on a Gold Coast road just two days prior, where another woman was seriously injured in a collision involving two cars and an e-scooter.
Earlier this month, a tragic accident in Bundaberg claimed the life of a 14-year-old boy. The boy suffered critical injuries when his e-scooter collided with a Suzuki Baleno at an intersection on Maynard St in Norville on 3 April . Despite the best efforts of medical professionals at the Queensland Children’s Hospital, the boy succumbed to his injuries one week after the crash.
These incidents highlight the growing safety concerns surrounding the use of e-scooters in Queensland. Authorities are urged to take necessary measures to ensure the safety of e-scooter users and the public.
Caboolture has a new rising star, and she’s only four years old! Karen-Rose Dailly isn’t your average pre-prep student. This pint-sized powerhouse is already a state BMX champion, tearing up the track with skill and determination.
Karen-Rose’s passion for bikes began early. Her parents, Stephanie Holyoake and George Dailly (a BMX enthusiast himself), introduced her to dirt bikes at a mere six months old. By one year old, she was mastering a balance bike, and by two, she was competing in her first mini-wheeler race.
“She could make motorbike noises before she could talk,” Stephanie laughs, sharing Karen-Rose’s early fascination with all things two-wheeled. “We saw her interest and decided to nurture it.”
Despite being the youngest racer on the track, Karen-Rose’s competitive spirit shines. “She’s incredibly determined,” Stephanie says. “Last year, her legs hadn’t quite caught up yet, but she never gave up. By the end of the year, she was consistently placing on the podium, and often taking first place!”
While her seven-month-old sister isn’t quite ready for the BMX track yet, and her six-year-old stepsister hasn’t caught the bug, Karen-Rose has a strong support system. Her dad, George, is a passionate rider himself, and her cousins on his side of the family share her love for the sport. Together, they form a dedicated team, cheering Karen-Rose on and helping her hone her skills.
Karen-Rose can often be found racing alongside her dad on Friday and Saturday nights, training hard on the tracks around Gympie. She even proudly wears the family’s coveted “55” number, a symbol of both racing legacy and future victories.
Karen-Rose Dailly is a name to remember. This four-year-old champion is just getting started, and with her talent, determination, and supportive family, the future of BMX looks bright!
On the 15th of February 2024, 16 lucky shoppers at The Local Caboolture South bagged the Division One prize amounting to almost $5 million or $4,907,068.89.
Their luck held as their PowerHit entry also brought several divisional prizes that reached $5,164,871.49, making each ticket holder’s bank account richer by $322,804.47 each.
Sandeep Arora, the owner of the The Local Caboolture South where the winning entries were bought, also expressed her happiness over the windfall.
“It will definitely change each person’s life in different ways […] I just want to wish them all the best for the future and I hope they enjoy celebrating this winning news,” Mr Arora said.
The Powerball number was 20 and the winning numbers were 35, 34, 19, 10, 18, 15 and 5.
James Eddy, spokesman for The Lott, said that they will reach out to the registered winners, to deliver the news about their wins.
“Some of these division one winning syndicate members have already begun celebrating their good fortune knowing their bank account is about to be boosted with more than $300,000,” he said.
“While we’ll be reaching out to those winners who are registered, there are still some unregistered syndicate members who may have yet to discover their good news,” he added, calling on those who purchased a share in a syndicate for the draw to check their tickets to see if they won.
“If you purchased a share in a syndicate for the week’s Powerball draw, today’s the day to check it! If you discover you’re holding a winning share, call The Lott on 131 868 to start the prize claim process,” he said.
A simple residential expansion at Connor Crescent in Caboolture has become a prolonged nightmare for locals, particularly for Quinton Reeves and his family.
The alarming incident, amidst an ongoing residential development that has been disrupting local life since 2020, underscores the escalating tensions between residents, the local council, and developers over safety and environmental concerns.
For over four years, the Reeves family has been engulfed in a maelstrom of construction-related chaos, culminating in a harrowing incident on 16th March 2024, when metal shards, propelled at high velocity, invaded their front yard, narrowly missing causing severe injury.
In a moment of alarming negligence, contractors lost control of a pressure hose, causing it to eject metal shrapnel into the Reeves’ property at dangerous speeds. This incident, captured in vivid detail through footage and photos, underscores the family’s peril.
Remarkably, no injuries were reported, but the event has significantly escalated the family’s concerns and their disputes with the Morton Bay Regional Council and the developers responsible for the housing project.
“I have recovered at least five [debris] that are approximately 5 cm in length. I did witness the plumber at the time; he was trying to cover up the incident, so he went around picking it up,” he told Peter Gleeson of 4BC Drive.
“I saw him pick up at least four pieces up his end of the area. And here’s the thing, mate: they didn’t notify workplace health and safety. They tried to cover it up, and there’s been no consequences for it.”
A Community’s Cry for Change
With the challenges of living on disability, Mr Reeves has become an outspoken advocate for public safety and legislative reform. His ordeal since the inception of the adjacent construction project has been marked by blocked driveways, unmonitored heavy machinery perilously close to residential areas, and a general disregard for the community’s well-being.
Photo Credit: Quinton Reeves/YouTube
The incident has only fueled his determination to seek justice and drive changes to prevent similar occurrences.
The response has been tepid despite Mr Reeves’ concerted efforts to engage with local government bodies, the Ombudsman, and the Human Rights Commission over the past three years. In a statement, the Morton Bay Regional Council pointed to the discretionary nature of enforcement action under the Environmental Protection Act (EP Act), revealing a reluctance to intervene decisively.
In the wake of this alarming incident, the call for legislative reform and enhanced accountability from both council and developers has never been louder.
The Caboolture Crime Stoppers is inviting the local community to help turn a plain shipping container, located at the back of the Caboolture Police Station, into a captivating piece of public art.
Previously used only for storage, the container will symbolise unity and creativity in the Moreton Bay area.
The shipping container measures 5.9 meters in length and 2.39 meters in height. Those interested in contributing their artistic vision to this project can submit their designs via email to Moreton.media@police.qld.gov.au, with entries closing on 5 May 2024.
Photo Credit: Caboolture Police
Residents of the Moreton Police District are encouraged to let their imaginations run wild and submit mural designs. The focus is on the side of the container facing the new Caboolture PCYC, which is currently under construction.
The winning design, chosen by a panel of judges, will earn its creator recognition and bragging rights and prizes.
Bunnings Caboolture and Dulux will contribute to this communal project by providing the necessary materials to bring the winning mural to life. This gesture underscores the community spirit and the collaborative effort to enhance the local landscape.
The mural’s theme, “Making our community safer,” reflects the aspirations of the Caboolture community. Participants are encouraged to draw inspiration from the PCYC ethos and its commitment to building safer, healthier communities. Additionally, the roles of Crime Stoppers in crime prevention and community safety are suggested as potential sources of inspiration.
A man was sentenced to six years in prison for reckless driving that resulted in a catastrophic collision with a police van in Caboolture, severely injuring three officers and underscoring the perilous risks law enforcement faces alongside the dire outcomes of hazardous driving behaviours.
On March 18, 2024, David James Nichols, a 30-year-old driver, was sentenced to six years in prison by DC Judge Ian Dearden in Brisbane District Court. Nichols pleaded guilty to several charges, including dangerous driving that caused grievous bodily harm.
His history of assaulting authority figures and his actions leading up to the collision painted a troubling picture of his disregard for law and order.
On the afternoon of 12 March 2022, the tranquillity of a residential area in Caboolture was shattered when Mr Nichols, driving a ute at alarming speeds, collided head-on with a police van. The dashcam footage, capturing this harrowing moment, depicted Nichols’s vehicle hurtling down the wrong side of the road, showing no signs of braking or attempting to avoid the impending disaster.
The Aftermath: Injuries and Consequences
The collision left a male officer trapped within the wreckage for an excruciating thirty minutes, subsequently spending weeks in intensive care. He sustained kidney damage and extensive injuries to his limbs.
A female officer sustained sternum injuries, whilst another male officer was left with a concussion and facial wounds. These injuries had physical ramifications and deeply affected their personal and professional lives.
Mr Nichols himself did not emerge unscathed; he also suffered grievous injuries from the crash, now facing a lifetime reminder of his actions through the constant use of crutches or a wheelchair. His defence barrister, Colin Reid, highlighted Nichols’ remorse and the unwavering support of his family, noting Nichols’ heartfelt apology to the victims during his court appearance, expressing a wish to undo his reckless actions.
The Bigger Picture: Safety and Respect for Authority
As Mr Nichols serves his sentence, he will be eligible for parole in July 2025. This case has had a profound impact on the victims, their families, and the wider community. It serves as a stark reminder of the risks that police officers face and the dire consequences of dangerous driving.
The incident highlights the need for respect towards those in authority and the critical importance of adhering to traffic laws to ensure the safety of all members of the community.
A concerning incident involving a white 2015 Holden Colorado travelling southbound on the Bruce Highway from Gympie to Caboolture, with a 4-year-old girl seated in the rear passenger seat, has the Queensland Police asking for the public’s help.
Near the on-ramp from the Sunshine Motorway at Sippy Downs, the driver of the Colorado encountered a light workman’s truck carrying concreting equipment in the right lane, including a wheelbarrow and cement mixer.
Attempting to merge into the right lane, the Colorado driver signalled his intentions to the truck driver. However, upon merging, the truck allegedly collided with the rear end of the Colorado, forcing the driver back into the left lane to avoid further danger.
The situation escalated when the truck driver purportedly accelerated and cut off the Colorado, preventing them from passing. Subsequently, the Colorado driver decided to pull over into what he believed was an emergency stopping bay north of the Palmview exit just before reaching Caloundra. The truck followed suit, pulling over in front of them.
Photo Credit: QPS
The truck driver reportedly brandished weapons and vandalised the Colorado, damaging the headlights and bonnet, and subsequently shattering the rear passenger window where the driver’s daughter was seated.
Authorities urge anyone with information or who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. Whether you spotted the vehicles involved or possess dash cam footage, your assistance is invaluable in resolving this matter.
Please contact Policelink on 131 444 if you can provide any details. Any information, no matter how small, could prove crucial.
To report information anonymously, you can also contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit a report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated in helping ensure the safety of our community.
Did you know that the Community Recovery Hub have in Caboolture is ready to support residents impacted by Tropical Cyclone Kirrily through various personal hardship assistance grants?
The Caboolture Community Recovery Hub is operating out of the Caboolture Neighbourhood Centre at 9 George Street. The hub is open weekday afternoons on Monday to Wednesday from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM, and on Thursdays and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The hubs offer face-to-face emotional support, assistance applying for grants, and referrals to other organisations.
Grants for residents affected by of Cyclone Kirrily
A number of personal hardship assistance grants are available to Caboolture residents affected by Cyclone Kirrily.
The Emergency Hardship Assistance grant provides up to $900 per family for immediate essential needs like food, clothing, or medical supplies.
The Essential Services Hardship Assistance grant offers up to $750 per family to help with urgent needs after losing essential home services for over 5 days.
The Essential Household Contents Grant provides up to $5,300 to replace destroyed essential household items.
For uninsured owner-occupiers, the Structural Assistance Grant offers up to $50,000 for repairs to make a damaged home safe and habitable again.
Can I access support and apply for grants outside the Community Recovery Hub?
Residents can contact the 24/7 Community Recovery Hotline at 1800 173 349 to get support and apply for grants. The Queensland Government’s disaster help website also provides information on accessing support and grants here.
Free counselling and support are available through a dedicated Lifeline support line. Call Lifeline via 1800 116 671 8:00 am to 8:00 pm daily, or via 13 11 14 after hours.
Caboolture’s Liam Wilson heads back to Arizona in March with hopes of becoming a world champion. The All Star Boxing Academy trainee takes on Mexican boxer Oscar Valdez on the 29th in Glendale.
The 10-round junior lightweight fight has no titles on the line, at least currently.
Potential for title vacancy
There are rumours that the current World Boxing Organization (WBO) champion, Emanuel Navarrete, may move up a weight class and vacate his title. Both Liam Wilson and Valdez lost to the three-weight world champion Navarrete last year.
Navarrete controversially went down in the fourth round but was given a 27-second count rather than 10 seconds to recover. Navarrete stopped Wilson in the ninth round.
Liam Wilson seeks redemption
With two victories under his belt since that loss, a confident Wilson said: “Valdez is a good fighter, a tough man, but after what I’ve been through already and what I plan on bringing, I believe he’s going to regret taking this fight.”
Currently ranked #2 by the WBO, Wilson (13-2-0) trains in Thailand and plans a seven-week training camp in the US before the March 29 showdown at the Desert Diamond Arena.
He has a 10cm height and reach advantage over Valdez, who has a record of 31-2-0.
“Headsplitter” Isaac Hardman (15-2-0) will also be in action on March 13. He will face Endry Saavedra (15-1-0) of Venezuela for the WBO Inter-Continental middleweight title in Wollongong.
If Lieutenant David Thompson Seymour were still alive today, 160 years after he became the first Commissioner of the Queensland Police Force, he would most certainly be amazed at how the Service has evolved to include state-of-the-art facilities like the Caboolture Watchhouse, which opened in 2021; the Cyber Crime Group; Police Air Operations; Forensic Crash Unit; along with the Dog Squad, the Dive Squad, and the Mounted Unit.
In its early days, the QPS had 287 officers entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding a population of approximately 61,467.
Lt David Thompson Seymour, a distinguished former British Army officer, assumed the role of the inaugural commissioner in 1864.
Born in Ireland and educated at Ennis College, he joined the British Army as an ensign in 1856 and was promoted to lieutenant in 1858. He arrived in Brisbane in January 1861, commanding the first detachment in Queensland after its separation. He served as aide-de-camp and private secretary to the governor before retiring from the army to become the acting commissioner of police under the Police Act of 1863. His official appointment as Commissioner came in July 1864.
Photo Credit: QPS
Commissioner Seymour played a pivotal role in the establishment of a detective force in 1864 and the incorporation of the Water Police in 1893. His era was marked by a resolute commitment to law enforcement, evident in his handling of events like the Brisbane riot of 1866 and the dispatch of Indigenous trackers to assist in the hunt for Ned Kelly’s gang in 1880. Beyond his policing duties, Seymour advocated for various social causes, including improvements in immigrant ship routes and reformatories for girls under fourteen years of age.
Under his leadership, the QPS grew to 907 officers by his retirement in 1895.
Photo Credit: QPS
Modern Evolution of the QPS
Over time, the QPS has undergone significant evolution. In the 2000s, pivotal legislative changes occurred, consolidating police powers under the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000 and redefining the Service’s responsibilities through the Crime and Misconduct Act 2001. Technological advancements, such as introducing Tasers, have played a vital role in enhancing officers’ capabilities.
The QPS has demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, allowing officers and staff to participate in events like the Brisbane Pride Festival since 2015, reflecting the Service’s evolving approach to community engagement.
QPS Impact in Caboolture
The Caboolture Police Station serves as a crucial hub for law enforcement in Moreton Bay, ensuring the safety and security of its surrounding communities. The Caboolture Watchhouse, a state-of-the-art facility opened in 2021, further bolsters the QPS’s presence in the region.
In a notable development, 129 recruits were inducted into the QPS, with four first-year constables assigned to the Caboolture Station. This initiative reflects the QPS’s dedication to strengthening its presence in the area, aligned with the region’s growth.
The Queensland Police Service has actively engaged with the Caboolture community through programs like SupportLink, resulting in over 530 referrals addressing diverse support needs, including road trauma, substance misuse, youth and parenting support, domestic violence, and victim support services.
