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A series of police raids in the Gold Coast area early this morning have targeted several people alleged to be part of a sophisticated drug syndicate involved in the trafficking of cocaine.

Queenslanders are continuing to fall victim to online fraud, credit card scams and identity fraud despite the absence of sophisticated criminal networks operating from within the state, according to a CMC report.

Independent accountability agencies in Queensland have joined forces to help the thousands of Queenslanders annually who seek free, impartial advice to resolve complaints about a range of issues.

The CMC today released a report on its investigation into an allegation that a retired former Deputy Premier improperly influenced a review process which changed the classification of certain land in the South East Queensland Regional Plan 2009.

CMC Chairman Robert Needham has warned that, unless all police officers actively embrace high ethical standards, misconduct in the Queensland Police Service will continue.

Reported car thefts and stealing from dwellings have significantly declined in Queensland in the last 10 years, according to a CMC intelligence report released today.

The majority of Queenslanders continue to have confidence in the integrity of the Queensland Police Service but a high proportion of young people are consistently dissatisfied with police, according to two CMC reports released today.

A CMC investigation has found that the approval of a $130 000 state government grant to the Mitchelton Soccer Club for the installation of lighting was transparent and complied with applicable protocols

Recent media coverage of the CMC’s investigation into a matter involving allegations of inappropriate approval of sports grants has resulted in the reporting of incorrect information.

The CMC has warned the Queensland Police Service must learn from its mistakes in policing or risk jeopardising the service’s professionalism.