Police Activity Intensifies Across Wavell Heights As Locals Report and Vehicle Break-Ins

Residents across Wavell Heights may have seen police activity increase in recent days, with one investigation leading to drug-related charges and another focusing on a string of alleged vehicle offences across several streets.



The separate investigations unfolded within a week of each other and involved locations across the suburb, from Pfingst Road to Frankit Street, Calga Street and Vaucluse Street.

Resident Reports Lead to Search Warrant on Pfingst Road

According to the Queensland Police Service, information provided by local residents and Crime Stoppers helped direct attention to alleged drug activity in the Wavell Heights area.

Police executed a search warrant at a Pfingst Road property on June 1 after receiving multiple reports and gathering intelligence. During the search, officers allegedly located cash along with dangerous drugs, including cocaine and methylamphetamine.

A 57-year-old Wavell Heights man was subsequently charged with a number of offences, including supplying dangerous drugs, possessing dangerous drugs and possessing property suspected of being linked to drug offences.

The man was scheduled to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on June 8. The charges remain allegations before the court.

Vehicle Offences Reported Across Several Wavell Heights Streets

While the drug investigation was unfolding, police were also investigating a series of alleged thefts from vehicles reported over the weekend of June 6 and 7.

The incidents occurred at different locations throughout Wavell Heights, affecting residents in Nind Street, Frankit Street, Calga Street and Vaucluse Street.

Police allege a black Volkswagen T-Cross parked at a home in Nind Street was entered overnight, while a white Volkswagen Tiguan parked at a residence in Frankit Street was also targeted. In both cases, the vehicles’ rear reverse-camera handles were allegedly removed.

A red Mazda CX-5 parked in Calga Street was allegedly entered and a garage remote taken, while a silver Haval Jolion parked in Vaucluse Street was reportedly entered and property and cash stolen.

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Stolen Kia Sighted Near Multiple Investigation Sites

Investigators are also seeking information about a grey Kia Sportage reported stolen from Albion on the morning of June 7.

Police said the vehicle was sighted in Frankit Street around the time one of the alleged offences occurred and was later seen in Calga Street, where another vehicle was allegedly entered.

The Kia remains outstanding and police are continuing inquiries into whether it may be connected to multiple incidents under investigation.



Police Urge Residents to Remain Vigilant

As inquiries continue, police are encouraging residents to take steps to reduce opportunities for vehicle theft and break-ins.

Queensland Police advise motorists to lock vehicles, secure valuables out of sight and use garages or off-street parking where possible. Residents are also encouraged to report suspicious activity through Policelink or Crime Stoppers.

Published 11-June-2026

Hamilton Road Intersection Upgrade Set to Improve Safety at Wavell Heights Crossing

Traffic lights are coming to the Hamilton Road and Spence Road intersection in Wavell Heights, with plans lodged to overhaul one of the suburb’s busiest and most hazardous daily crossing points.



The Hamilton Road and Spence Road intersection carries heavy traffic throughout the day, with long wait times and limited visibility making it difficult for drivers to safely enter and exit Spence Road. The planned upgrade will install traffic signals at the intersection, along with a series of improvements designed to make the crossing safer and more reliable for drivers, pedestrians and bus passengers alike.

The project is currently in progress, with the construction timeline still being finalised pending funding confirmation.

What the Upgrade Involves

The centrepiece of the works is a full set of traffic signals at the intersection, including signalised pedestrian crossings. The right-turn lane on Hamilton Road into Spence Road will be extended, and both corners of Spence Road at Hamilton Road will be widened to formalise two westbound traffic lanes on approach to and through the intersection.

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Bus stops will shift as part of the works. The westbound stop on Hamilton Road (stop 43) moves 30 metres west, and the northbound stop on Spence Road (stop 42) moves 30 metres south. Footpaths will be upgraded, new kerb ramps installed, and stormwater infrastructure on both roads within the project area will be renewed. New road pavement, signage, line marking and landscaping complete the scope.

One change will be permanent from the outset: access from Frankit Street onto Hamilton Road will become left-in, left-out only. A new pedestrian refuge on Frankit Street at Hamilton Road will also be installed. Residents who currently turn right out of Frankit Street will need to adjust their routes once construction begins, and the project team is available to discuss alternative travel options.

A Corridor with a History of Safety Concerns

Hamilton Road has been a focus of road safety investment for several years. The intersection with Bilsen Road was upgraded under the Black Spot Program after recording nine crashes between 2015 and 2021, all of which required medical treatment or hospitalisation. That project delivered dedicated right-turn pockets, updated signal phasing and relocated bus stops, and is now complete.

The Spence Road intersection presents a similar set of challenges. High traffic volumes, extended wait times and limited sightlines have made it difficult for drivers to safely navigate the crossing, mirroring the conditions that prompted action at Bilsen Road.

A Safer Street for the People Who Use It Every Day

For residents living near the intersection, this upgrade addresses a problem that has been part of their daily routine for years. Hamilton Road serves as one of the key east-west connectors through Wavell Heights’ inner north, and the Spence Road junction has long added unnecessary time and uncertainty to morning and afternoon trips.

The inclusion of signalised pedestrian crossings is a meaningful addition for those who travel the area on foot, where crossing Hamilton Road currently requires careful judgement and a degree of patience.

Broader traffic studies have pointed to ongoing pressure across Wavell Heights roads, with congestion on surrounding arterials including Sandgate Road and Gympie Road continuing to push traffic onto local streets. Intersection-level upgrades like this one address safety at specific points, and combined with previous works along the corridor, represent a sustained effort to improve conditions for the community.

How to Stay Across the Project

The construction program is still being finalised, and more detail on timing will be shared once that process is complete. Residents can register for project update emails through this link.

For questions, including advice on alternative routes around the Frankit Street access change, contact the project team on 07 3178 5413 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm), or email cityprojects@brisbane.qld.gov.au with the subject line “Hamilton Road and Spence Road intersection upgrade.” Written enquiries can be directed to Infrastructure Services, GPO Box 1434, Brisbane QLD 4001. General enquiries can be made to 07 3403 8888, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.



Published 31-March-2026

North Brisbane First Nations Service Providers Eligible for DFV Prevention Grants

Service providers that support First Nations families in eligible locations across Queensland, including North Brisbane, may now avail of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Grants 2021.



The State Government has set aside $140,000 to support programs and activities that aim to help First Nation families, especially those who are victims of domestic and family violence. These include education, early intervention, prevention, and identification of various forms of violence within a family unit. It also covers training and initiatives that will promote and motivate a safe community among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

According to Craig Crawford, the Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, qualified providers may use the grant to deliver the most appropriate support for First Nations individuals or groups whose safety and capacity are disproportionally impacted by their home environment compared to non-Indigenous women. 

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Apart from Brisbane North service providers, organisations in Caboolture, Cairns, Cherbourg, Ipswich, Logan/Beenleigh, Mackay and Mount Isa may also apply for a grant of up to $10,000 per group.

“Sadly, we know in Queensland First Nation’s women are disproportionately victims of domestic and family violence compared to non-Indigenous women,” Minister for Women and the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Shannon Fentiman said.

“These grants will support our hardworking domestic and family violence services to provide much-needed culturally appropriate support for our First Nation’s women and families,” she said.

The announcement of the grant comes as May is Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month. Grant applications will be accepted until 31 May 2021 via the official site.