Child killer bit, attacked partner during hideous ice binge
A Sunshine Coast man who was jailed for the death of his ex-girlfriend’s young son in 2017 is back in court for a series of heinous attacks on his partner during a psychotic meth episode.
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Concreter’s jealousy, ‘meth indulgence’ led to stalking horror
A disturbed Noosa concreter has admitted to carrying out a violent obsession campaign on his former partner before fleeing police and throwing a bag of meth onto a neighbour’s roof.
Mechanic who can’t drive: Man leads cops on chase in stolen car
A Sunshine Coast mechanic will need a new line of work after copping a whopping driving ban for continually driving while disqualified including during a police chase in a car listed as stolen.
‘That was stupid’: Construction worker’s boozy fishtail in front of cops
A Gympie civil construction worker knew he was busted after he was pulled over after performing a dangerous maneuver on the Sunshine Coast while almost four times the limit in front of police.
Semi-pro basketball star charged with high-range drink driving
A swashbuckling “power forward” basketball player who was previously signed for the Sunshine Coast Phoenix has been charged with drink driving in a busy suburban street.
Ex-hot chook shop worker barbecued after pilfering weekend earnings
A former chicken shop employee has been caught red handed on CCTV after she broke into her old workplace and stole money from the business’ safe.
Plasterer turned street-level drug dealer gave discounts
A seasoned Sunshine Coast plastering business owner’s descent into drugs have been retold in court documents after he was caught dealing narcotics to more than 50 customers.
‘That’s shocking’: Bruce Hwy madness caught on dashcam
Disturbing footage has emerged of a perilous moment on the Sunshine Coast where two utes can be seen speeding before one overtakes a caravan in a non-existent lane.
Builder’s big fine after apprentice struck by scaffolding first day on job
A Queensland construction company has been heavily fined after an apprentice was severely injured by a 15kg scaffolding plank during his first day on a Sunshine Coast worksite.
Public health unit investigating confirmed measles case
Medical professionals are tracing those who are at risk of developing measles after a reported case landed at Brisbane Airport from Vietnam on December 4 and travelled to the Sunshine Coast.
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