Ipswich City Council has extended its partnership with Australia’s largest international country and roots music festival, CMC Rocks, for a further year. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said CMC Rocks has been a runaway success since relocating to Ipswich in 2015, growing visitor numbers each year and injecting millions into the local economy. The 2024 event […]
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The highly anticipated SPARK Ipswich Festival is set to ignite the city’s cultural scene once again, running for 11 action-packed days from July 4. Now in its fourth year, SPARK Ipswich promises an even more spectacular celebration of arts and culture, solidifying its status as one of the must-see festivals in South-East Queensland. Ipswich Mayor […]
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The Brisbane Lions have entered a new partnership with Ipswich City Council, promising a range of opportunities for the local community and a boost to the region’s profile. This collaboration leverages the Brisbane Lions’ headquarters and high-performance training base in Springfield Central to benefit Ipswich residents. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding highlighted the significance of the […]
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A study from the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has unveiled the significant impact of poor parenting on the mental health of Australian children. According to the research, unsupportive, inconsistent, and angry parenting styles contribute to nearly 52% of socioeconomic inequalities in the mental health of young Australians. Using data from the Longitudinal Survey of […]
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Demolition has commenced in Goodna on the first community title scheme to be voluntarily bought back under the $741 million Resilient Homes Fund (RHF). This initiative, jointly funded by the federal and state governments, marks a pivotal moment in the effort to mitigate future flood risks. The unit complex on Mill Street was severely impacted […]
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The 151st Annual Ipswich Show, which occurred from Friday, May 17, to Sunday, May 19, 2024, drew large crowds with its diverse attractions and community-centred events. The theme, “Celebrating our community,” showcased a colourful array of community groups, schools, and businesses, celebrating the vibrant spirit of Ipswich. The Grand Parade kicked off the show on […]
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Springfield residents gathered at Brighton Homes Arena on May 9, to remember and support those who have been affected by domestic and family violence. Each May, Queensland holds Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about domestic and family violence, including coercive control. The month-long initiative aims to highlight the […]
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Ipswich police have intensified their efforts against the region’s most high-risk and high-harm domestic and family violence (DFV) offenders through the launch of Operation Shield. This initiative leverages the expertise of local officers and specialists from the Domestic, Family Violence and Vulnerable Persons Unit, alongside the Ipswich District Tactical Crime Unit, to create a comprehensive […]
Read MoreThe Springfield Markets, held at various locations throughout the month, offer a unique shopping experience with a wide array of bespoke gifts, clothes, candles, jewellery, toys, plants, and more. Springfield markets Director Vicki Martin has been running these markets for over a decade and they have become a cherished community event. The markets take place […]
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Unilever Australia, the renowned maker of household staples such as Omo and Rexona, has partnered with Clean Up Australia, Cool.org, and Coles to supply free Clean Up Kits and online educational resources to schools in Greater Springfield. This initiative aims to address the growing environmental concerns among young Australians, with 44% of them identifying the […]
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