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Open sesame: UniSQ open days promise exciting opportunities

By Guy Hazlewood / August 7, 2024 / Comments Off on Open sesame: UniSQ open days promise exciting opportunities

The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is set to host its 2024 Open Days, welcoming thousands of prospective students and their families to its campuses in Springfield, Toowoomba, and Ipswich. Vice-Chancellor Professor Geraldine Mackenzie expressed her enthusiasm about the upcoming events, highlighting the chance to showcase UniSQ’s beautiful campuses, vibrant student life, and academic excellence. […]

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Stabbing incident in Goodna: Man charged

By Guy Hazlewood / August 5, 2024 / Comments Off on Stabbing incident in Goodna: Man charged

A 46-year-old man has been charged following a stabbing incident in Goodna on Saturday night. The incident occurred around 10:20 PM on Caldwell Street, where an altercation broke out between two men. During the conflict, a 42-year-old man from One Mile sustained stab wounds to his neck and leg. He was transported to the Princess […]

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SPARK Ipswich Festival ignites community with music, art, and culture

By Guy Hazlewood / August 2, 2024 / Comments Off on SPARK Ipswich Festival ignites community with music, art, and culture

The SPARK Ipswich Festival, a signature event that spanned 11 days from July 4 to 14, transformed the city and Greater Springfield into a vibrant hub of music, art, and cultural experiences.  The festival kicked off with the deLight program, where artworks by 17 Ipswich artists were projected onto the facades of 143 Brisbane Street […]

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New project ‘Food4Heroes’ to support Ipswich veterans and boost local employment

By Guy Hazlewood / August 2, 2024 / Comments Off on New project ‘Food4Heroes’ to support Ipswich veterans and boost local employment

The Queensland Government is taking significant steps to support veterans and their families in Ipswich through the newly funded ‘Food4Heroes’ project.  With an investment of $820,400 from the latest State Budget, Wounded Heroes Australia will spearhead this initiative under the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program. The project aims to provide 30 job seekers, primarily ex-Australian […]

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Goodna Jacaranda Festival returns for 2024

By Guy Hazlewood / July 31, 2024 / Comments Off on Goodna Jacaranda Festival returns for 2024

The Goodna Jacaranda Festival, a beloved annual community event, is gearing up for its 2024 edition with new opportunities for local businesses.  President Mathew Taylor announced the addition of Kate Miller from Lo Key Agency as the Event Manager, bringing fresh energy and expertise to the festival. “The Goodna Jacaranda Festival is run by volunteers, […]

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YMCA Springfield Lakes supporting the community

By Guy Hazlewood / July 31, 2024 / Comments Off on YMCA Springfield Lakes supporting the community

The YMCA Springfield Lakes Community Centre has been a long-standing beacon of support and activity for the local community.  Managed by Bec Andlemac, the centre offers a wide range of services and programs that cater to diverse community needs. The centre’s offerings are diverse, catering to various segments of the community.  The YMCA Springfield Lakes […]

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R J Richardson park in Goodna gets major upgrade

By Guy Hazlewood / July 30, 2024 / Comments Off on R J Richardson park in Goodna gets major upgrade

RJ Richardson Park on Brisbane Terrace in Goodna, has been transformed into a modern recreational haven following a significant upgrade funded by the Queensland Government and Ipswich City Council.  Named after Alderman Roly Richardson, who represented Goodna on the Ipswich City Council from 1949 to 1952, the park now boasts a range of new amenities […]

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From boxing beginnings to championship aspirations

By Guy Hazlewood / July 30, 2024 / Comments Off on From boxing beginnings to championship aspirations

Goodna resident Markell Alaiasa has always had a passion for fighting and it was an epiphany that shifted his focus from boxing to MMA in January 2022. “One day, I just had an intuition that I was going to do MMA and be good at it,” he said. “It came as a shock to many […]

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Surgery program restores sight for first nations people

By Guy Hazlewood / July 27, 2024 / Comments Off on Surgery program restores sight for first nations people

More than 1,000 operations to restore sight for First Nations Queenslanders have been completed thanks to a unique partnership between the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH) and Mater.  Groups of up to 30 near-blind patients at a time have been treated during cataract surgery sessions at Mater Private Hospital Springfield. First Nations people are […]

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Ipswich Sports Awards celebrate local sporting excellence 

By Guy Hazlewood / July 25, 2024 / Comments Off on Ipswich Sports Awards celebrate local sporting excellence 

The Ipswich Sports Awards are making a grand return in 2024, ready to shine a spotlight on the exceptional achievements and unwavering dedication of the city’s local sports champions.  Organised by the Ipswich City Council, these prestigious awards recognise the remarkable contributions of athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers who have excelled in their respective sports […]

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