Avatar photo

Guy Hazlewood

Ipswich celebrates local olympic and paralympic heroes

By Guy Hazlewood / October 16, 2024 / Comments Off on Ipswich celebrates local olympic and paralympic heroes

The Ipswich community gathered at Tulmur Place to honor local athletes Mollie O’Callaghan, Ella Ramsay, Poppy Wilson, and Taymon Kenton-Smith, following their return from the Paris 2024 Games.  The celebration recognised their achievements and highlighted their efforts to inspire the next generation of athletes in the region. “Our local athletes are fabulous role models, giving […]

Read More

Call for candidates to support fairer share of government advertising for local newspapers

By Guy Hazlewood / October 10, 2024 / Comments Off on Call for candidates to support fairer share of government advertising for local newspapers

The Queensland Country Press Association (QCPA) has urged candidates in the upcoming election to support a policy ensuring regional and local newspapers receive a fairer share of government advertising. QCPA President Wendy Creighton, highlighted that most government advertising currently benefits major city media outlets and tech platforms like Facebook, leaving local newspapers at a disadvantage. […]

Read More

Springfield Lakes police officer shares breast cancer battle to raise awareness

By Guy Hazlewood / October 10, 2024 / Comments Off on Springfield Lakes police officer shares breast cancer battle to raise awareness

Springfield Lakes police officer and mother of two, Melissa Dickson, is urging women in Greater Springfield to prioritise breast self-examinations after her shocking breast cancer diagnosis just over a year ago. At 49, Mrs Dickson discovered a marble-sized lump during a self-exam and quickly scheduled an appointment with her GP.  A mammogram, ultrasound, and biopsy […]

Read More

Diwali Festival offers free transport as popularity soars

By Guy Hazlewood / October 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Diwali Festival offers free transport as popularity soars

The annual Diwali Festival of Lights in Springfield is gearing up for another year of growth, with organisers offering complimentary transport to accommodate the increasing number of attendees. The festival will take place on Saturday, October 19, at Brookwater Golf and Country Club, where last year’s event drew more than 3,000 people. To ensure smooth […]

Read More

Meet the Incumbent – Labor State Member for Jordan, Charis Mullen

By Guy Hazlewood / October 8, 2024 / Comments Off on Meet the Incumbent – Labor State Member for Jordan, Charis Mullen

As an elected Member, I have always listened, worked hard and prioritised what matters to my community. I also have a strong record of delivering a significant number of projects and services for Jordan. This includes the upgrade to the Centenary Motorway / Logan Motorway Interchange, delivering a new Park n Ride at Springfield Central […]

Read More

Meet the Candidate: Kevin Burns, LNP Candidate for Jordan

By Guy Hazlewood / October 8, 2024 / Comments Off on Meet the Candidate: Kevin Burns, LNP Candidate for Jordan

We have a beautiful community in Jordan, and I’ve always wanted to support that. As my children grew up, I was heavily involved in my community. I volunteered across many organisations, including as a junior football coach, on the Richlands East Primary PNC and with the Rural Fire Brigade. In my professional career, I have […]

Read More

Ipswich students take the lead in sustainability

By Guy Hazlewood / October 1, 2024 / Comments Off on Ipswich students take the lead in sustainability

More than 150 students from nine Ipswich primary schools, including students from Spring Mountain State School, came together at the Ipswich City Council’s annual Youth Sustainability Summit, voicing their ideas for a greener future.  Held in the council chambers at 1 Nicholas Street, students had the unique opportunity to present their visions for change directly […]

Read More

Crime Stoppers Queensland marks 35 years of community safety

By Guy Hazlewood / September 26, 2024 / Comments Off on Crime Stoppers Queensland marks 35 years of community safety

Crime Stoppers Queensland celebrated a significant milestone on August 20—35 years of dedicated service to the community. This anniversary coincides with the annual Crime Stoppers Day, recognising the tireless efforts of the organisation’s volunteers and the vital role of anonymous crime reporting in keeping Queensland safe. Since its inception, Crime Stoppers Queensland has been instrumental […]

Read More

Free breast cancer awareness event at Mater Health Hub

By Guy Hazlewood / September 25, 2024 / Comments Off on Free breast cancer awareness event at Mater Health Hub

Ipswich and Greater Springfield residents are invited to attend a free Breast Cancer Awareness Month event at the Mater Health Hub, Springfield, on Tuesday, October 1. The event will feature expert speakers who will provide important information on breast cancer risk factors, early detection, and patient support. The event’s keynote speaker, Dr. Susan Bell, a […]

Read More

Funding commitment for Springfield youth space

By Guy Hazlewood / September 24, 2024 / Comments Off on Funding commitment for Springfield youth space

The Springfield Central Community Centre is set to receive $440,000 in funding for the development of a dedicated youth space, thanks to a commitment by the State Member for Jordan Charis Mullen. The pledge, made ahead of the upcoming October election, would be part of a re-elected Labor Government plan to support local infrastructure. The […]

Read More