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Paralympian Charged After Dangerous Gold Coast Driving Incident

4/16/2026

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Natalie Alice Shaw, a 22-year-old aspiring Paralympian, was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.
On the Gold Coast, a woman driving the wrong way confronted Shaw and climbed onto the bonnet.
Shaw drove down Olsen Avenue at speeds up to 60 km/h.
Footage shows the other woman shouting abusive remarks during the confrontation.
Shaw received a six-month driving suspension after the Southport Magistrates Court hearing.

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Story summary

Natalie Alice Shaw, a 22-year-old aspiring Paralympian, was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.
On the Gold Coast, a woman driving the wrong way confronted Shaw and climbed onto the bonnet.
Shaw drove down Olsen Avenue at speeds up to 60 km/h.
Footage shows the other woman shouting abusive remarks during the confrontation.
Shaw received a six-month driving suspension after the Southport Magistrates Court hearing.