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Police Minister Says Qld Schools 'Overwhelmingly Safe' After Two Stabbings

Dan Purdie said more than 1,800 officers have joined Queensland Police in two years, but principals should not get wanding powers.

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Two students were allegedly stabbed in separate instances this week. Two teenagers are due to face court over the alleged attacks today.

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School knife search powers ruled out after stabbings

Two stabbings in as many days have sparked safety fears but authorities insist a state's schools are safe,...

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Minister denies wanding powers for school staff after alleged stabbings

Two students have been stabbed at separate schools in the first two days of the new term.

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Police minister says Qld schools 'overwhelmingly safe' after two stabbings

Two students were allegedly stabbed in separate instances this week. Two teenagers are due to face court over the alleged attacks today.

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Student searches ruled out as stabbings rock schools

Authorities insist a state's schools are "overwhelmingly safe" despite two stabbings in as many days sparking major concerns.

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The Queenslander broke the news on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
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