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Queensland’s Assault Crisis Reaches Bardon As Locals Call For Action

Bardon is seeing a rise in assault cases as Queensland records its highest levels of violent crime in decades, according to new Australian Bureau of Statistics data.

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Statewide Figures Confirm Alarming Increase

ABS data for 2024 shows almost 10,000 Queenslanders were victims of sexual assault, an 11 per cent rise from the year before. Assault cases also rose by more than 3,000, marking a second straight year of increase. 

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Queensland recorded 61,644 assaults, second only to New South Wales. More than half occurred in homes, highlighting concerns about domestic and family violence. In Bardon, police data mirrors this trend, showing more reported assaults in both domestic and public settings.

Community Concern Grows

Authorities report growing concern about safety in Bardon as assault cases rise. Support groups call for more education on consent and domestic violence, noting most victims are women and children.

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While break-ins and car thefts have slightly decreased across Queensland, violent crimes continue to rise. The state also reported 27 female victims of domestic violence-related homicide in 2024, the highest figure in a decade.

Government Response And Policing Efforts

Queensland’s government has acknowledged the figures show too many people are being harmed, despite the rate of increase slowing slightly compared with previous years. Officials said new measures, including expanded police powers and ankle monitoring for high-risk domestic violence offenders, are aimed at addressing repeat and violent offences.

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Premier David Crisafulli has tied his leadership to lowering victim numbers and pledged to align crime victim rates with population growth. Local authorities in Brisbane’s western suburbs have also been encouraged to focus resources on prevention and rapid response initiatives.

Bardon Community Looks For Solutions

Bardon residents are taking action through neighbourhood watch programs and awareness drives in schools and community centres. Support groups stress early reporting, counselling, and trauma-informed policing. 

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The state continues to face rising violent crime despite fewer property offences. For Bardon, tackling assault and domestic violence has become a local priority.

Published 3-October-2025

Young Resident Leads Pedestrian Safety Campaign on Bowman Parade in Bardon

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Eight-year-old Sam from Bardon has taken action to improve pedestrian safety on Bowman Parade, where he and his family walk to school daily. Concerned about the lack of proper pedestrian infrastructure, Sam has started a petition urging the city officials to implement safety measures at a crossing near the Bowls Club.

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Bowman Parade is a heavily used route, and the current crossing near the creek underpass lacks zebra markings, speed humps, or slow-down signs. Sam’s mother does not allow him to walk alone due to the high speed of vehicles and poor visibility at the crossing.

Residents have reported frequent near-misses, with pedestrians often forced to wait in the middle of the road or retreat quickly when vehicles appear. Sam’s petition, with more than 1,200 signatures, reflects widespread concerns from the community.

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Limited Traffic Calming Measures Across Brisbane

The campaign highlights a broader issue in Brisbane, where pedestrian safety measures have been a low priority. In the last budget, only one new traffic calming project was funded for the city.

City authorities have faced criticism for prioritising car-centric transport planning, with limited investment in pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.

Efforts to Improve Bowman Parade Safety

While BCC has not yet committed to significant upgrades for the Bowman Parade crossing, local representatives have secured approval for an LED Slow Down sign near the crossing. However, many argue that this is not enough to ensure safety. The feasibility of a new chicane is currently under review.

Sam’s petition aims to push for further traffic calming measures, such as a zebra crossing or speed humps, to reduce vehicle speeds and improve visibility for pedestrians.

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What Happens Next?

With growing community support, Sam’s petition is putting pressure on BCC to address pedestrian safety on Bowman Parade. The outcome of the BCC’s investigation into a potential chicane will determine whether more significant changes will be implemented.

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Residents who support improved pedestrian infrastructure in Bardon are encouraged to sign the petition and voice their concerns.

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Published 3-Feb-2025