Queensland Police Service.
police service of Queensland, Australia
Peak Downs mine collision kills worker, injures another
A fatality and serious injuries occurred when a light vehicle was struck by a mining truck at Peak Downs mine near Moranbah, Queensland, with one worker dead at the scene and another hospitalized in life-threatening condition; the incident prompted investigations by Resources Health and Safety Queensland, police, and coal inspectors, while BMA suspended operations and the union offered support. The case is being treated as a serious workplace incident with authorities and the company cooperating to determine the full circumstances.
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About Queensland Police Service
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is the principal law enforcement agency in the Australian state of Queensland. The QPS has its origins in colonial-era constabularies, and was constituted as a unified organisation in 1864. In 1990, the Queensland Police Force was renamed the Queensland Police Service and its previous motto of "Firmness with Courtesy" was changed to "With Honour We Serve". The headquarters of the Queensland Police Service is located at 200 Roma Street, Brisbane. As of 2026, the QPS employs over 18,000 personnel, including 13,000 police officers and 5,000 staff members.
Everything about Queensland Police Service →- Country
- Australia
- Headquarters
- Brisbane
- Inception
- January 1, 1864, 1864
- Website
- https://www.police.qld.gov.au/