A man is expected to face court charged over the alleged coward-punch of a woman who had refused him entry to a Queensland pub.
Melissa Abdoo suffered critical injuries when she was knocked to the ground early on Saturday outside the Mount Isa pub where she works.
Police allege a man tried to punch the woman in the head outside Buffs Club, but missed and his momentum carried himself into her.
They say the attack was unprovoked.
A 28-year-old local man is due to appear in the Mount Isa Magistrates Court on Monday charged with causing grievous bodily harm.
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Ms Abdoo's condition has improved, with Townsville hospital staff saying she was listed as stable on Sunday.
