Townsville morning briefing

Townsville police seek help to find Ruby Hamley

Good morning, Townsville. A clear 18 degrees out there, so perfect for a morning walk while you catch up.

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Missing woman, Townsville City
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate 28-year-old Ruby Hamley, reported missing from Townsville City. She was last seen on Flinders Street at 1:30pm on 21 August, and police and family hold concerns for her welfare due to a medical condition.
mypolice.qld.gov.au
Almost two in three youth offenders offending on bail, government says
The Queensland government says more than 60 per cent of repeat youth offenders are committing crimes while on bail, as it prepares to unveil major bail reform.
abc.net.au
Three Queensland police officers convicted of DV offences escape discipline
The Queensland Police Service cannot discipline an officer convicted of a crime if no conviction is recorded, due to its interpretation of a recent court decision.
abc.net.au
Traditional owners relieved they won't have to watch another Juukan Gorge disaster
Traditional owners have gathered on country to celebrate protection of Pilungah Reserve on Queensland's border with the Northern Territory, relieved they won't have to watch another Juukan Gorge disaster after mining companies had believed it held critical minerals.
abc.net.au
Program motivates remote students to join healthcare workforce at home
Melinda is still finishing high school, but she is already working inside the health system and building a career that could bring her back to serve her own community through a program motivating remote students to join the healthcare workforce.
abc.net.au

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