Redemption Point by Candace Fox

A pair of misfits team up to help solve a double murder of two young bartenders near Queensland. Ted is an ex-detective who has been falsely accused of kidnapping a young girl and even though he has been released from jail, his reputation is tarnished beyond repair.
The girl's father is on a mission to help him find the true killer or he wants Ted dead. Amanda, Ted's partner, is a woman with a past and despite her, somewhat cheery and quirky demeanor wants to help solve the murders and help Ted clear his name. Interesting characters, tight writing, and an unusual setting - this series is a winner. What draws you in is Ted and Amanda's gruff take-no-prisoners attitude and their damaged souls looking for redemption. Plus, who doesn't love a man who becomes a foster mom to a family of geese!