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, […]
Read MoreThe 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 […]
Read MoreRJ 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 […]
Read MoreGoodna 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 […]
Read MoreMore 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 […]
Read MoreThe 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 […]
Read MoreA serious e-scooter crash occurred in Springfield Lakes over the weekend, prompting an investigation by the Forensic Crash Unit. According to initial reports, the incident took place around 6:20 PM on July 20. The e-scooter was traveling south along Parkland Drive when it veered onto the opposite side of the road and collided with a […]
Read MoreWarrior Boxing Gyms rising star, Kadibia Edwin-Nweze, has clinched the Australasian Cruiserweight Title after a thrilling bout against Liam Callanan on June 8. The fight, held at Mantra on View in Surfers Paradise, was part of the Saturday Night Fights presented by Jamie Myer Productions. Kadibia’s journey to the title was anything but conventional, with […]
Read MoreIpswich and South-East Queensland are currently buzzing with more than 50 free and low-cost activities as the Peaks to Points Festival returns for another exciting edition. The festival will offer a variety of events that start on July 20 and will run until August 4. The festival, which takes place biennially, has received strong support […]
Read MoreThe Queensland Government has announced an increase in the threshold for the first homeowner concession on transfer duty from $500,000 to $700,000. This adjustment aims to alleviate the financial burden on those entering the housing market and is expected to assist approximately 10,000 first-home buyers annually. The revised concessions will also extend to vacant land, […]
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