Formal cut short: Alcohol found at Kelvin Grove event

A senior formal for Kelvin Grove State College students concluded early on Friday, October 9, after contraband was discovered at the City Hall venue. An Education Department spokesperson confirmed the event ended 20 minutes ahead of schedule as students were escorted out. The contraband included multiple miniature alcohol bottles found in the venue's bathrooms. The department stated that all students were supervised until their arranged pick-up times, and the venue made the decision to close early in accordance with licensing laws. While some parents reported the discovery of cocaine, the Education Department has denied these allegations. Police records do not indicate any reports related to the incident. Students involved in the discovery faced disciplinary action from the school, with the department citing the school's code of conduct. Specific disciplinary measures were not disclosed to protect student privacy. The school's code of conduct allows for the confiscation of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco or vapes. Misconduct is categorized into a three-tiered system, with severe incidents leading to severe responses. In 2025, the school recorded 3 exclusions and 2 enrollment cancellations, a 50% decrease from the previous year. The formal was intended for over 400 Year 12 students, with the school enrolling over 3600 students from prep to Year 12.