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Two Charged Following Alleged Wounding in Jindalee

Two people have been charged following an alleged wounding in Jindalee.

Queensland Police said a physical altercation involving a group of people on 30 July occurred near an address on Arrabri Avenue at about 3:45 p.m.

Emergency services were called a short time later. A 42-year-old Jindalee man, who police allege sustained multiple serious injuries during the altercation, was given first aid before being transported to hospital for treatment.

Police said three people fled the scene in a white Audi sedan. No one was struck by the vehicle as it left the area.

A 32-year-old Algester man was arrested at a residential address in Algester on 2 August. He has been charged with one count each of wounding and enter dwelling and commit. He was remanded in custody and is due to appear in Richlands Magistrates Court on 9 October.

A 34-year-old Acacia Ridge woman was arrested in Acacia Ridge on 3 August. She has been charged with one count each of enter dwelling and commit, wounding, and possess utensils or pipes that have been used, as well as two counts of possessing dangerous drugs. The woman was remanded in custody and is due to appear in Richlands Magistrates Court on 6 October.

Police investigations are continuing.

The charges are allegations, and both accused are entitled to the presumption of innocence unless and until proven guilty in court.

Anyone with information that may assist police is urged to contact Policelink on 131 444 or submit details through the online suspicious activity form, available 24 hours a day at police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or lodging a report online at crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Please quote reference number QP2601475531.

Published 7-Aug-2026

Rocks Riverside Park Upgrade Shuts Days After Reopening

Families visiting Rocks Riverside Park were met with fencing and warning tape instead of water play, after a multimillion dollar upgrade was shut down only days after reopening, following reports of children slipping and getting injured.

Families Raise Safety Concerns

The closure occurred on the 14th of December, just days after the upgraded water play area reopened, during the peak school holiday period. Parents reported children falling on wet surfaces, with images shared online showing scratches and grazes. Some families said the area felt unsafe within minutes of entering.

Parents who arrived with children in swimmers said they were surprised to find the water play area closed without warning. Several families had travelled specifically to visit the upgraded space.

Some parents reported seeing multiple children slip in a short period of time, raising concerns about surface grip once water was running. Parents questioned how the surface passed safety checks before opening, given the number of incidents reported so quickly after reopening.

Council Response And Investigation

Brisbane City Council confirmed it received complaints about slippery surfaces in the splash zone. Council stated it is investigating the issue and working with the contractor responsible for the upgrade. The area was closed as a precaution while further checks are carried out.

Photo Credit: *Cr Sarah Hutton*/Facebook

Council advised that slip testing was completed before reopening and met required Australian safety standards. Despite this, the water play area remains closed, with no confirmed date for reopening.

Impact On Community And Summer Plans

The water play area was closed for nearly six months before reopening as part of a major upgrade costing about $3.5 million. For many local families, the space is a key summer attraction, especially during hot weather and school holidays.

Parents have expressed disappointment and concern, saying the closure limits free outdoor options for children during summer.

Published 22-December-2025

Wacol Youth Remand Centre Progresses Toward 2024 Completion

Photo Credit: Queensland Police/Facebook Video

Did you know that the Wacol Youth Remand Centre, a facility that aims to provide better shelter for the youth in detention and rehabilitation, will be completed by late 2024?

With the Queensland Police Service (QPS) spearheading the construction process that began in late 2023, the Wacol Youth Remand Centre is a few months away from being ready to house youth being held in watchhouses on remand.

Initially envisioned to have 50 beds, QPS has expanded the centre’s capacity to 76 beds to ensure that more young individuals will have access to the support and services they need while in custody at the Wacol Police Complex.

The centre’s strategic co-location with Brisbane and West Moreton youth detention facilities allows youth access to essential services including education, healthcare, counselling, and open-air exercise areas for recreational activities.

The Wacol Youth Remand Centre, operated by the Department of Youth Justice, will house youth in custody until new youth centres in Cairns and Woodford open.

The decision to fast-track construction and consolidate the project into a single stage is part of the State’s dedication to addressing youth crime and promoting community safety.

Rapid-build methodologies have driven progress, allowing the facility to take shape swiftly while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

In a statement to media, Premier Steven Miles said that the government will continue to invest in the prevention, intervention and detention programs that work.

“With more Police and targeted high visibility police operations taking place around the state, we are seeing an increase in arrests and offenders in custody,” he said.

“The Wacol Remand Facility will act as additional remand capacity while two new youth detention centres are built, to minimise the time young people are held in watchhouses on remand.”

“With its close proximity to the Wacol Police Complex, young people will have access to the education, health care and rehabilitation services needed to get back on the right path,” he added.

Published 8-April-2024