Forest Lake Families Turn Standard Dinners into Funding for Community Projects

Forest Lake residents can automatically inject five dollars into essential neighbourhood programmes just by ordering a standard main meal at the nearby Blue Fin venue.



The new community initiative allows locals to support the Lions Club of Inala without needing to make any separate charitable donations. Diners simply need to purchase any main meal priced over $15.50. From that single purchase, a five-dollar portion goes straight toward funding local community initiatives. 

Organisers arranged this community charity night to take place on Tuesday, 14 July, 2026. The charity dining window runs from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., giving people plenty of time to bring their family and friends down for an evening out.

The Lions Club plans to use the collected funds to support various essential projects around the local area. Community groups often rely heavily on these neighbourhood fundraising efforts to keep their everyday programmes running smoothly.



By choosing to eat out on this specific evening, locals can quickly fill the charity jars and ensure their own neighbourhood gets the financial support it desperately needs. Organisers encourage a massive turnout so the community can maximise the total donation amount while simply enjoying a shared dinner.

Published Date 24-June-2026

Jewellery Store Targeted in Daylight Smash-and-Grab at Forest Lake

Police are investigating after a jewellery store on Forest Lake Boulevard was targeted in a daylight smash-and-grab robbery.



According to Queensland Police, the incident occurred around 9.45 a.m. on 9 June when a man allegedly entered the store, jumped over the counter and smashed glass display cabinets with a hammer before stealing jewellery and fleeing on foot. No physical injuries were reported. Police say investigations remain ongoing.  

The suspect is described as an Islander-appearing man aged in his 30s or 40s. He was reportedly wearing a yellow high-visibility shirt, beige pants and gloves at the time of the incident. Detectives are appealing for anyone with CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage from the area to come forward.  

What is an “Enter and Commit Offence”?

The term “enter and commit offence” is a Queensland criminal offence that generally refers to a person entering a building or premises and committing a crime inside. In this case, police allege the offender entered a business and then stole merchandise after damaging property within the store.

The offence can apply to a range of situations involving businesses, homes or other premises where a person unlawfully enters and then commits another crime such as stealing, wilful damage or assault.



Community Appeal

Residents and business owners who were in the Forest Lake Shopping Village precinct on Tuesday morning are encouraged to check any CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage that may assist investigators.

Anyone with information can contact Policelink or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Police have not yet announced any arrests.

Published 12-June-2026