Crime Stoppers Queensland Chair Ian Stewart AO APM and CEO David Hansen with Queensland Police Service representatives and Cr Lisa Atwood from Brisbane City Council’s Doboy Ward at the launch of the campaign at Murrarie Recreation Reserve. Photo: Supplied.
Crime Stoppers Queensland (CSQ) has joined forces with Brisbane City Council to address the rising issue of copper theft, launching a coordinated effort to raise awareness and encourage community reporting.
This partnership responds to an increase in incidents across Queensland, where copper theft continues to impact critical infrastructure, public spaces, and community assets. Through this initiative, CSQ and Council are working together to educate the public on the risks, improve visibility of the issue, and reinforce the importance of timely reporting.
Copper theft is not just a property crime. It has real consequences for communities. Damage to lighting and electrical systems can leave parks, roads and sporting facilities unsafe or unusable, with junior sporting clubs among the groups feeling the impact.
The campaign highlights how simple actions can make a difference, encouraging Queenslanders to stay alert and report suspicious behaviour in areas where copper infrastructure is present. Every piece of information received helps build a clearer picture and supports law enforcement efforts.
By combining partnership, awareness and community action, this initiative marks an important step in reducing copper theft and protecting the spaces Queenslanders rely on every day.
