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As of my latest update (June 2024), here are the most recent statistics on car theft in Queensland (Qld) and Victoria:

Queensland:
– According to the Queensland Police Service and the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NMVTRC), car thefts have increased significantly in recent years.
– In the 2022-2023 financial year, there were approximately **16,000 vehicle thefts** reported in Queensland.
– This represents a **30% increase** compared to pre-pandemic levels (2018-2019).
– The majority of thefts are occurring in South East Queensland, particularly in Brisbane, Logan, and the Gold Coast.

Victoria:
– Victoria has also seen a rise in car thefts, though the increase is less steep than in Queensland.
– In the 2022-2023 financial year, there were about **13,500 vehicle thefts** reported in Victoria.
– This is an increase of around **10%** compared to the previous year.
– Hotspots include Melbourne’s western and northern suburbs.

Additional Notes
– Both states have seen a rise in “home invasion” style thefts, where offenders break into homes to steal car keys.
– Newer vehicles with keyless entry are increasingly targeted.
– The NMVTRC and state police regularly update these figures, so for the absolute latest data, you can check their official websites or recent media releases.

Sources:
– National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NMVTRC) [https://carsafe.com.au/]
– Queensland Police Service and Victoria Police annual reports and media releases (2023-2024)

If you need more detailed breakdowns (such as theft rates per 1,000 vehicles or specific suburb data), let me know!