Copper thieves who risk lives by cutting telecommunications and plunging deadly intersections into darkness could now face life in jail under proposed new legislation welcomed by Member for Burdekin Dale Last.   Public consultation has now opened as the Crisafulli Government works to tackle rising metal thefts, including copper wire, which have seen criminals not only endanger their lives, but the lives of others in the community.  Mr Last said the proposed legislation demons

As the calendar turns to just over a year since the Queensland state election, Member for Burdekin Dale Last says he remains steadfast in ensuring the Burdekin receives its fair share. Reflecting on the last 12 months, Mr Last said witnessing progress and delivery of projects the Burdekin community had long advocated for was incredibly rewarding. “Whether it was improving the safety of our community, providing certainty for the Bowen Boat Harbour or securing a CT scanner for

Member for Burdekin, Dale Last MP, has announced the installation of six new CCTV cameras in the Burdekin as part of the Crisafulli...

The recently announced funding to boost proactive crime initiatives by Police is being supported by what Member for Burdekin, Dale Last...

High-visibility, proactive policing has put the squeeze on serious repeat offenders across Queensland and resulted in more than 250...