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14 year old boy Coroner Christine Clements Brisbane Maurice Henry Bauer Coroner Di Fingleton Caloundra Melissa Maree Blake Coroner Bernadette Callaghan Maroochydore Jason George Elliott Blee Coroner Annette Hennessy Rockhampton Melanie Kate Boyd Coroner Brian Smith Townsville Gryphyn David Brasher Coroner Kay Ryan Toowoomba Stephen James Broe State Coroner Michael Barnes Brisbane Sarah Christine Brown Coroner Annette Hennessy Rockhampton Jon Edward Norman Clarke Coroner Clifford Taylor Maroochydore Barry John Charles Cusack Coroner Scott Luxton Cloncurry Eileen Jean Davidson Coroner Ian Rose Murgon Kate Emma Dossetto Coroner Donna MacCallum Ipswich Coroner Trevor Black
Cairns
David John Duggan Coroner Di Fingleton Caloundra Jarrod Barton Emerson Coroner McLaughlin Ipswich Christine Maria Fenner
(aka Newman)Coroner Jennifers Batts Bundaberg Casey Frizzel Coroner Athol Kennedy Proserpine (Paul Bielenberg,
Thomas Lancaster,
Derek Powell and
Vita Stott)State Coroner Michael Barnes Brisbane Amanda Lee Hirning State Coroner Michael Barnes Brisbane Joshua Leslie Hopkinson Coroner Ross Risson Mackay Peter David Howlett Coroner Ross Risson Mackay Raleigh Hoy Coroner Donna MacCallum Ipswich Margaret Allan Johnston Coroner John Lock Brisbane Brendan Scott Kay Coroner Stephanie Tonkin Townsville Irene Clare Leach Coroner Trevor Black Cairns Oliver Steven McVey Deputy State Coroner Christine Clements Brisbane Tyrone Bowman Trevor Murray Coroner Ian Rose Murgon Shane Robert Nielsen Coroner John Lock Brisbane Darren Mark Parr Coroner Annette Hennessy Rockhampton Jesse Pearce State Coroner Michael Barnes Brisbane Hannah Isabella Alyson Plint Coroner Kay Ryan Toowoomba Charles Michael Powell Coroner John Lock Brisbane Kylie Maree Reid Coroner Bronwyn Springer Rockhampton Craig Robert Shepherd State Coroner Michael Barnes Brisbane John Douglas Simpson-Willson Coroner John Lock Brisbane Sky Diving
(Colin Hicklin
Barbara McLelland,
Nigel O'Gorman,
Sesanne Williams and
Anthony WinterState Coroner Michael Barnes Brisbane Rhonda Joy Steggall Coroner Annette Hennessy Rockhampton Leon Streader Deputy State Coroner Christine Clements Brisbane Jane Rose Sturgiss Coroner Sheryl Cornack Dalby Gregory Paul Sutcliffe Coroner Sheryl Cornack Dalby Peter Joseph Trecka Coroner Janelle Brassington Innisfail Kristina Ann Tynan State Coroner Michael Barnes Brisbane John Ernest Venturato Coroner Janelle Brassington Innisfail Ian Charles Wills Coroner Ray Rinaudo Roma Shealah Ann Woolgar Coroner John Lock Brisbane Liam John Wright Coroner John Lock Brisbane Kate Leanne Zulpo Coroner Cliff Taylor Maroochydore
An inquest into the death of a 14 year old boy will be opened in the Coroners Court at Court 5, Brisbane Magistrates Court Building on 6 October 2008 at 2pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the role of relevant stakeholders
- access to illicit substances and prescription medication and the extent to which these substances contributed to the death
- the origin and access to the weapon involved in the death.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Laura Barr, assistant to Coroner Christine Clements on (07) 3006 4508.
An inquest into the death of Maurice Henry Bauer will be opened in the Coroners Court at Caloundra on 7 July 2008 at 3.00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death?
- did any inadequacies in the safety work systems employed at the residential construction worksite contribute to the death?
- are there any changes to the safety systems on construction worksites that could reduce the chances of death occurring in similar circumstances in future?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Paula Coldwell, assistant to Coroner D M Fingleton on (07) 5420 9000.
An inquest into the death of Melissa Maree Blake will be opened in the Coroners Court at Maroochydore on 2 June 2008 at 2.00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date.
The inquest will investigate the treatment of the patient in the Mental Health system.
Those wanting further information should contact the Officer in Charge – Police Prosecutions, assistant to Coroner Bernadette Callaghan on (07) 5430 9900.An inquest into the death of Jason George Elliott Blee will be opened in the Coroners Court at Mackay on 8 October 2007. Evidence will be heard from 9 October 2007, with a mine visit to be conducted on 8 October 2007.
The inquest will investigate the circumstances of the death of Mr Blee while engaged in the work of underground coal mining.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact John Tate, Crown Law, assistant to Coroner AM Hennessy on (07) 3239 6794.
An inquest into the death of Melanie Kate Boyd will be opened in the Coroners Court at Townsville on 16 June 2008 at 9:30 am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
It is intended that the issues to be investigated at the inquest will include:
- the cause of death
- the circumstances surrounding the death
- the potentially serious consequences that flow from the consumption of alcohol and drugs and the apparent lack of awareness of those dangers by adolescents indulging in such practices.
A proposed issues and witness list will be distributed at the pre-inquest conference.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Sara Healey, assistant to Coroner Brian Smith on (07) 4761 8300.
An inquest into the death of Gryphyn David Brasher will be opened in the Coroners Court, Toowoomba at 11:00am on 9 October 2008. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death.
- did any inadequacies or defects in the gear selector assembly of the Ford Explorer contribute to the death?
- did the efficiency or otherwise of the hand brake of the Ford Explorer contribute to the death?
- did the mechanical repairs undertaken by Safe T Brakes contribute to the death?
- Are there any changes to the safety devices built into the Ford Explorer which could reduce the chances of death occurring in similar circumstances in the future?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Dan Darlington, assistant to Coroner Kay Ryan on (07) 4615 3418.
An inquest into the death of Stephen James Broe will be held in the Coroners Court in Court 4, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court Building, 363 George Street, Brisbane on 17 October 2008 at 3:00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for the hearing of evidence will be determined.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death
- (a) was the dive medical examination conducted by Dr Emerson adequate and the decision to pass the deceased as fit a sound one?
(b) to what extent were the risks of technical recreational deep diving explained to the deceased and to what extent is it incumbent on the assessing doctor to do so.- (a) should a reverse dive profile have been created on this occasion?
(b) should reverse dive profiles be more strictly regulated?- whether the weight of the deceased’s equipment was excessive?
- whether the spacing of the dives was appropriate?
- (a) whether the software used to calculate the decompression schedule was suitable?
(b) whether there is a need to regulate the use of the range of software used for the calculation of decompression schedules?- whether it was appropriate to allow the deceased to mix his own decompression gas?
- why the final line went beyond the planned depth of 50m and what steps could have been taken to adjust decompression schedules to take this into account?
- the degree to which the decompression schedule actually used by the deceased was out from that which should have been used taking into account all of the above issues
- the degree to which this difference in decompression schedules can be said to have contributed to the deceased’s decompression sickness.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Patrice Bensted, assistant to State Coroner Michael Barnes on (07) 3247 3376.
An inquest into the death of Sarah Christine Brown and Darren Mark Parr will be held in the Coroners Court at Rockhampton on 16 September 2008. Applications for leave to appear will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how they died and what caused the motor vehicle incident
- the identity of the driver of the motor vehicle.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Sgt Kay Schick, assistant to Coroner Annette Hennessy on 49323711.
An inquest into the death of Jon Edward Norman Clarke will be opened in the Coroners Court at Maroochydore on 8 September 2008 at 2:00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- how he died and what caused the death?
- was there appropriate notification of the deceased’s medicated state/medical condition between those parties involved in his placement, employment and mental health care
- are there any procedural changes that can be put into effect that relate to the employment of disabled persons such that may prevent a death occurring in similar circumstances.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact the assistant to Coroner Cliff Taylor on (07) 5470 8113.
An inquest into the death of Barry John Charles Cusack will be held in the Coroners Court at Cloncurry on 27 May 2008 at 9.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date.
The inquest will investigate:
- the nature and cause of the death of Barry John Cusack during mining operations at the Mt.Norma Mine
- recommendations to avoid a reoccurrence
- any other issues that emerge during the course of the inquest
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Joy MacPherson, assistant to Coroner Scott Luxton on (07) 4747 2012 or email joy.macpherson@justice.qld.gov.au
An inquest into the deaths of Tyrone Bowman Trevor Murray and Eileen Jean Davidson will be opened in the Coroners Court at Murgon on 21 April 2008 at 12.00noon. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.The inquest will investigate:
- the cause and circumstances surrounding the deaths Tyrone Bowman Trevor Murray and Eileen Jean Davidson.
- the involvement and the extent of involvement with the family by the Department of Child Safety.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact John Tate, assistant to Coroner Ian Rose on (07) 3239 6794.
An inquest into the death of Kate Emma Dossetto will be opened in the Coroners Court at Ipswich on 21 November 2008.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the level of aged care provided to the deceased by Riverview Gardens on Moggill Ferry Road, Riverview
- the level of medical care provided by the deceased’s general practitioner.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Jennifer Hughes, clerk to Coroner D.M. MacCallum on 3280 1480.
An inquest into the death of Cheyenne Downing will be opened in the Coroners Court at Cairns on 10 January 2008. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how she died and what caused the death
- enforcement of legislative provisions as they relate to pool fencing within the Cairns City Council jurisdiction
- failure of workplace health and safety practices to identify the risk to health and safety.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Sergeant Andrew Parkinson, assistant to Coroner Trevor Black on (07) 4030 7092.
A pre-inquest conference into the death of David John Duggan will be opened in the Coroners Court at Caloundra on 7 July 2008 at 2.00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death
- did any inadequacies in the work systems employed at the Caloundra Hospital contribute to the death?
- the appropriateness of the care and treatment provided to the deceased by the medical team at the Caloundra Hospital?
- are there any other changes to the hospital’s systems that could reduce the chances of death occurring in similar circumstances in future?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Paula Coldwell assistant to Coroner D M Fingleton on (07) 5420 9000.
A pre-inquest conference into the death of Jarrod Barton Emerson will be opened in the Coroners Court at Ipswich on 20 August 2008. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- when, where and how he died and what caused the death.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Jennifer Hughes, assistant to Coroner McLaughlin on (07) 3280 1480.
An inquest into the death of Christine Maria Fenner (aka Christine Maria Newman) will be opened in the Coroners Court at Bundaberg on 22 October 2008 at 9.00am. Evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the cause and circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Christine Maria Fenner aka Newman.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Debbie Palmer, assistant to Coroner Jennifer Batts on (07) 4131 5401
A pre-inquest conference into the death of Casey Frizzel will be opened in the Coroners Court at Proserpine, 17 Main Street, Proserpine on the 13 June 2008 at 9.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The proposed issues to be raised at the pre-inquest include:
- the cause of Mr Frizzel’s death
- the circumstances surrounding Mr Frizzel’s death
- response of the Queensland Ambulance Service
- the potential dangers of working in hot conditions over a long period, and with hazardous electrical equipment on construction sites
- preservation of Mr Frizzel’s body after death.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Julie Wilson, Counsel assisting the Coroner Mr Athol Kennedy on (07) 3109 9613
An inquest into the deaths of Paul Bielenberg, Thomas Lancaster, Derek Powell and Vita Stott as a result of a helicopter accident that occurred near Gunpowder on 21 February 2006 will be opened in the Coroners Court at Court 4, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court, 363 George Street, Brisbane on 24 November 2008 at 3.00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The proposed issues that are to be canvassed at the inquest include:
- findings required by s. 45 (2) of the Coroners Act 2003
- what caused the helicopter to crash?
- whether the systems of the aircraft’s operator were sufficient to enable its pilots to make all necessary calculations concerning operation of the helicopter
- whether the information provided in pilot operating handbooks or flight manuals produced by Robinson Helicopter Company concerning the calculation of aircraft operating weights was sufficient; and
- whether the operator provided sufficient guidance and support through its Chief Pilot for all aspects of pre-flight planning.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Daniel Grice, assistant to State Coroner Michael Barnes on (07) 3247 5858.
An inquest into the death of Amanda Lee Hirning will be held in the Coroners Court in Court 4, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court Building, 363 George Street, Brisbane on 30 September 2008 at 3:00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear will be considered and the date and place for the hearing of evidence will be determined.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how she died and what caused the death
- the cause of a collision between a motorcycle and the deceased on Stanley Street, East Brisbane on 1 December 2005
- the manner in which the motorcycle that struck the deceased was being driven immediately prior to impact
- if the phenomenon of gyroscopic precession contributed to the collision between the motorcycle and the deceased
- if there are public safety issues arising from the road design at the site of the collision.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Daniel Grice, assistant to State Coroner Michael Barnes on (07) 3247 5858.
An inquest into the death of Joshua Leslie Hopkinson will be heard in the Coroners Court at Brisbane Street, Mackay on 7 July 2008 at 10.00am. Evidence will be heard on that date. Further applications, if any, for leave to appear will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death
- to fully investigate the circumstances of Mr. Hopkinson’s death so as, if possible, to answer the question how and why pressure was in a D90KS Driltech Nitrogen filled track (idler) adjustment cylinder at the time of Mr. Hopkinson’s death
- are there any changes to the management of safety systems relating to the handling of compressed gases and pressure equipment that could reduce the chances of death occurring in similar circumstances in future?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Melynda Roberts, assistant to Coroner Ross Risson on 4967 0711.
An inquest into the death of Peter David Howlett will be opened in the Coroners Court at Mackay on 13.10.2008 at 12 noon. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the circumstances surrounding this death and the response by the Queensland Ambulance Service.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Melynda Roberts, assistant to Coroner Ross Risson on 07 49670702.
An inquest into the death of Raleigh Hoy will be opened in the Coroners Court at Ipswich on 30 January 2008. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate to enquire into the level of care provided to the deceased at the Tarampa After Care Centre, Tarampa.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Jennifer Hughes, assistant to Coroner Ms D MacCallum on (07) 3280 1480.
A pre-inquest conference into the death of Margaret Allan Johnston will be opened in the Coroners Court at Brisbane at 10.30 am on 2 September 2008. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how she died and what caused her death
- to fully investigate the circumstances of Mrs Johnston’s death so as to establish if possible whether she was administered insulin while an in- patient at St Andrews Hospital Brisbane, and if so:
- in what circumstances
- in what amounts
- the source of the insulin
- who administered the insulin to her, and why
- whether the insulin was administered contrary to medical advice
- the effect on her of the insulin and
- whether the insulin caused or contributed to her death.
- whether any processes or procedures have been implemented to prevent deaths from happening in similar circumstances in the future.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Laura Barr, assistant to Coroner John Lock on (07) 3006 4508.
An inquest into the death of Brendan Scott Kay will be opened in the Coroners Court at Townsville on 8 July 2008 at 9.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death?
- did any inadequacies in Queensland Health discharge procedures contribute to the death?
- was the care provided by the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital to a standard expected of professional health carers?
- are there any changes to the management of neonates being repatriated to their homes in regional areas, involving coordination with regional health service providers that could reduce the chances of death occurring in similar circumstances in future?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Sara Healey, assistant to Coroner Stephanie Tonkin on (07) 4761 8300.
An inquest into the death of Irene Clare Leach will be opened in the Coroners Court at Cairns on 6th October 2008 at 9:00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- Findings required by section 45(2) of the Corners Act 2003:
- who the deceased person is?
- how the person died?
- when the person died
- were the person died
- what caused the deceased person to die?
- Who manufactured and supplied the water lift?
- What role (if any) did the water lift have in causing the death?
- Was the water lift adequate and appropriate in all the circumstances?
- Did any inadequacies in the water lift cause or contribute to the death?
- What steps should be taken to address any inadequacies in the water lift that existed at the time of the death to:
- Maintain public health or safety
- Prevent deaths from happening in similar circumstances in the future.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Erin Stubbin, assistant to Coroner Black on (07) 4057 3349.
An inquest into the death of Oliver Steven McVey will be opened in the Coroners Court on Court 5, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court, 363 George Street, Brisbane on 19 June 2008 at 10.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date, time and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be canvassed at the inquest will include:
- the cause of death
- the circumstances which led to the death
- the standard and appropriateness of the care and treatment of Oliver McVey (including whether appropriate equipment was used)
- the possible failure to properly diagnose Oliver McVey and potential communication problems regarding diagnosis and treatment decisions.
A proposed issues and witness list will be distributed at the pre-inquest conference.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Eryn Voevodin, Lawyer assisting the Deputy State Coroner on (07) 3109 9125.
An inquest into the deaths of Tyrone Bowman Trevor Murray and Eileen Jean Davidson will be opened in the Coroners Court at Murgon on 21 April 2008 at 12.00noon. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate:
- the cause and circumstances surrounding the deaths Tyrone Bowman Trevor Murray and Eileen Jean Davidson.
- the involvement and the extent of involvement with the family by the Department of Child Safety.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact John Tate, assistant to Coroner Ian Rose on (07) 3239 6794.
An inquest into the death of Shane Robert Nielsen will be opened in Court 5, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court, 363 George Street, Brisbane on 28 November 2008 at 10:00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death; and
- the adequacy of the initial police investigation into the death of the deceased person.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Alana Martens, Lawyer to the Brisbane Coroner on (07) 3006 4505.
An inquest into the death of Jesse Pearce will be held in Court 4, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court, 363 George Street, Brisbane on 4 November 2008 at 3:00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear will be considered and the date and place for the hearing of evidence will be determined.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- findings required by s. 45 (2) of the Coroners Act 2003; and
- whether the medical treatment received by Mr Pearce while in custody was appropriate.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Daniel Grice, assistant to State Coroner Michael Barnes on (07) 3247 5858.
An inquest into the death of Hannah Isabella Alyson Plint will be opened in the Coroners Court at Toowoomba on 9 October 2008 at 11:00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the Inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when where and how she died and what caused the death
- did any inadequacies in the pool gate or fence contribute to the death?
- did the erection of a timber deck linking the house to the pool contribute to the death?
- are there any changes to the inspection and approval process of the Laidley Regional Council which could reduce the chances of death occurring in similar circumstances?
- are there any changes to the standard conveyancing practices which could reduce the chances of death occurring in similar circumstances?
- was the care provided at the Laidley Hospital to a standard expected?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Dan Darlington, assistant to Coroner Kay Ryan on (07) 4615 3418.
An inquest into the death of Charles Michael Powell will be opened in Court 5, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court on 3 September 2008 at 2.30pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate:
- the circumstances surrounding the death, including:
< the medical assessment made by staff at Logan Hospital Psychiatric Unit on 31 July 2006
< the decision to release Mr Powell from hospital.- whether recommendations are appropriate pursuant to s46 of the Act to prevent deaths from happening in similar circumstances in the future.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Laura Barr, assistant to Coroner John Lock on (07) 3006 4508.
An inquest into the death of Kylie Maree Reid will be opened in the Coroners Court at Rockhampton on 6 February 2008 before Coroner Bronwyn Springer. A directions hearing will be held at 2.00pm on that date, with evidence not being received until a later date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided on 6 February 2008.
The inquest will investigate:
- to confirm the identity of the person believed to be Kylie Maree Reid, where and how she died and what caused the death
- whether Ms Reid was exhibiting suicidal tendencies on or before 18 September 2006
- whether a second person played a role in an incident at 92 Penlington Street, The Range, Rockhampton on 18 September 2006 which resulted in Ms Reid receiving injuries to her neck on that date
- whether Queensland Police Service officers complied with the Operational Procedures Manual and whether the protocols set out in the Manual are appropriate.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Jeff Clarke, Counsel Assisting the Coroner, at Trustee House, 67 East Street, Rockhampton on (07) 4921 0260 or email: Clarke@jardinechambers.com
An inquest into the death of Craig Robert Shepherd will be opened in Court 4, Brisbane Magistrates Court, 363 George Street, Brisbane on Monday 3 November 2008 at 3.00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death
- the causes of the motor vehicle accident (the accident) which occurred on 16 June 2006 at approximately 11.42 pm on Beechmont Road Nerang involving a Red Triumph Rocket II motorcycle registration number YH-120 (the Triumph motor cycle))
- the decision of and reasons for police to engage in and continue a pursuit of the Triumph motorcycle prior to the accident
- the compliance of police with the policies in place at the time
- the adequacy of the investigation undertaken by police following the accident.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Daniel Grice, assistant to State Coroner Michael Barnes on 3247 5858.
An inquest into the death of John Douglas Simpson-Willson will be opened in the Coroners Court at Brisbane on 30 June 2008 at 2:15pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death and
- the circumstances surrounding Mr Daniel Pattel’s release from the Department of Corrective Services custody, just prior to Mr Simpson-Willson’s death and whether government agencies provided appropriate assistance to Mr Pattel and his family with respect to Mr Pattel’s mental illness.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Laura Barr, assistant to Coroner Lock on (07) 3006 4508.
An inquest into the deaths of Colin Hicklin, Barbara McLelland, Nigel O’Gorman, Sesanne Williams and Anthony Winter (sky diving incident) as a result of an aircraft accident near Willowbank on 2 January 2006 will be opened in the Coroners Court at Court 4, Level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court on 30 April 2008 at 11.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate:
- how did the deceased persons died?
- what caused the aircraft to crash?
- are any changes needed to parachuting operations or the regulation of the sport to reduce the likelihood of similar deaths occurring in the future?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Daniel Grice, assistant to State Coroner Michael Barnes on (07) 3247 5858.
An inquest into the death of Rhonda Joy Steggall will be opened in the Coroners Court at Rockhampton on 11 April 2008 at 9.30am.The inquest will investigate the quality of roadworks and warning signage.Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Senior Constable Shaun Janes, Police Prosecutions, assistant to Coroner Mrs AM Hennessy on (07) 4932 3711.
An inquest into the death of Leon Streader will be opened in Coroners Court 5, level 1, Brisbane Magistrates Court on 25 March 2008 at 10.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will examine the standard of care and treatment provided to Mr Streader while he was a resident of a special accommodation facility.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Laura Barr, assistant to Coroner Christine Clements on (07) 3006 4508.
An inquest into the death of Jane Rose Sturgiss will be opened in the Coroners Court at Dalby on 20 November 2007. No evidence will be heard on that date.
Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how she died and what caused the death.
- were there any inadequacies in the employers work systems, particularly in respect of long distance driving and fatigue management?
- were there any other driving trips undertaken by the deceased prior to this trip?
- whether or not the deceased maintained a log book and if so what were the particulars contained in that log book.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Kym Bennett, assistant to Coroner Cornack on (07) 4662 3322.
An inquest into the death of Gregory Paul Sutcliffe will be opened in the Coroners Court at Chinchilla on 29 July 2008 at 10.00am.
The inquest will investigate:
- the identity of the deceased
- when, where and how he died and what caused the death and the circumstances of the incident
- the identity of the driver as the deceased and another person were involved in the traffic accident.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact the Coroners Clerk, to Coroner Cornack Magistrates on (07) 4662 3322.
An inquest into the death of Nicole Louise Thompson will be opened in the Coroners Court at Southport on 13 June 2008 at 9.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate:
- the identity of the deceased
- when, where and how Nicole Thompson died and what caused her death?
- did any of the prescription medicine given to the deceased cause or lead to deceased’s death?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Constable G Whittle, assistant to Coroner Kehoe on (07) 5571 4350.
An inquest into the death of Peter Joseph Trecka (aka Trcka/Tracka) will be opened in the Coroners Court at Innisfail on 13 May 2008 at 11.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate:
- whether Peter Trecka is dead, and
- where and how Peter Trecka died and what caused his death.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Kim Lauder, assistant to Coroner Brassington on (07) 4048 3300.
An inquest into the death of Kristina Ann Tynan will be opened in the Coroners Court at Brisbane on 23 October 2008 at 3:00pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how she died and what caused the death
- the causes of the motor vehicle accident which occurred on 22 May 2006 at approximately 1.18 am at the intersection of Ann and Cheapside Streets, Maryborough involving a white Nissan Skyline coupe registration number 146 JEK (the Nissan sedan)
- the decision of and reasons for police to engage in a pursuit of the Nissan sedan shortly prior to the accident
- the compliance of police with the policies in place at the time
- the adequacy of the investigation undertaken by police following the accident.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Patrice Bensted, assistant to State Coroner Barnes on (07) 3247 3376.
A pre-inquest conference into the death of John Ernest Venturato will be opened in the Coroners Court at Innisfail on 15 January 2008 at 11.00am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The inquest will investigate:
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death and
- whether any inadequacies in the systems employed to transport a house on the Bruce Highway contributed to the death?
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Kim Lauder, assistant to Coroner Brassington on (07) 4048 3300.
An inquest into the death of Ian Charles Wills will be opened in the Coroners Court at Roma on 18 August 2008 commencing at 11.00am. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be commented on at the inquest are:
- this is a preliminary hearing to determine what evidence will be necessary for the Coroner to make the necessary determinations as required by the legislation.
- the identity of the deceased, when, where and how he died and what caused the death.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Paul Jackson, Deputy Registrar, Coroners Court Roma and assistant to Coroner O Rinaudo on (07) 4624 3033.
An inquest into the death of Shealah Ann Woolgar will be opened in the Coroners Court at Brisbane on 9 September 2008 at 10 am. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the circumstances in which the competency of the valve came to be tested with a soft rubber tube which was bevelled
- the procedure that was used to test the competency of the valve
- the cause of the rupture of the left ventricle
- whether any processes or procedures have been implemented to prevent this sort of death from happening in the future.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Laura Barr, assistant to Coroner John Lock on (07) 3006 4508.
An inquest into the death of Liam John Wright will be opened in the Coroners Court, Level 5, Brisbane Magistrates Court on 3 September 2008 at 2.30 pm. No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- the circumstances surrounding the death, including:
< Mr Wright's status as a voluntary patient at the Logan Hospital Psychiatric Unit
< the adequacy of care and treatment provided by the hospital
< the adequacy of supervision of Mr Wright by hospital staff
< communication with the family of Mr Wright.- Whether recommendations are appropriate pursuant to s46 of the Act to prevent deaths from happening in similar circumstances in the future.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact Laura Barr, assistant to Coroner John Lock on (07) 3006 4508.
An inquest into the death of Kate Leanne Zulpo will be opened in the Coroners Court (Court No.1) at Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 24 November 2008 at 2:00pm.No evidence will be heard on that date. Applications for leave to appear and the date and place for hearing evidence will be decided.
The issues to be investigated at the inquest are:
- what is the responsibility of the appropriate authority to perform remedial roadworks (i.e. to upgrade the road edges and width) on that section of roadway on the Eumundi Kenilworth Road Eerwah Vale that is positioned some 200 metres west of Browns Creek Road in order to maintain the safety of the roadway to the extent that a death in similar circumstances may be prevented.
Those intending to seek leave to appear or wanting further information should contact the Coroner’s Clerk, assistant to Coroner CJ Taylor on (07) 5470 8113.
Last updated Tuesday, 11 November 2008 11:32
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