The Springfield Greenbank Arterial near Brighton Homes Arena has officially opened to four lanes of traffic, marking a significant milestone in the city’s largest-ever road upgrade project. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding highlighted the importance of the Springfield Parkway and Springfield Greenbank Arterial duplication project in addressing the current and future traffic demands of one of […]
Read MoreDetectives in Ipswich have charged a 26-year-old man in connection with the break and enter of four tobacconist shops in the Ipswich area. According to police, the incidents occurred on June 26 between 3am and 5am. A group of offenders, travelling in a stolen blue Haval SUV, allegedly forced entry into tobacconist shops located in […]
Read MoreNew research from the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) reveals that online interactions can play a crucial role in fostering friendships and providing support for young adults who struggle with social anxiety. The study, published in the journal Computers in Human Behaviour Reports, found that young adults with higher levels of social anxiety reported feeling […]
Read MoreThe Queensland Government has announced a major expansion of its successful FairPlay program, effective from July 1, 2024. The program, designed to reduce cost barriers for families, will now be open to all Queensland children aged between five and 17, with the voucher value increased from $150 to $200. Premier Steven Miles highlighted the program’s […]
Read MoreIpswich City Council will launch the New Business Breakfast initiative next month. The breakfast aims to connect new businesses with essential support and resources to facilitate growth and success in Ipswich. The inaugural breakfast event is scheduled for July 11 and will provide new business owners the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, and organisations […]
Read MoreMater Private Hospital Springfield has unveiled a newly painted red bench, intended as a symbol of safety and support for victims in a gesture of solidarity against domestic violence, The initiative, celebrated on Friday, May 31, saw the collaboration of Mater Private Hospital Springfield General Manager Suzanne Hawksley, Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding, and representatives from […]
Read MoreIpswich’s beloved world music event, WOMI (World Of Music Ipswich), is set to return to Orion Springfield Central this Sunday, 7 July, as part of the SPARK Ipswich Festival schedule. This free event promises a vibrant day filled with diverse musical performances, cultural workshops, and delectable food offerings. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding expressed her excitement […]
Read MoreWinter is a great time to get out into nature and Springfield Lakes Nature Care (SLNC) has got a host of wonderful, adventurous, educational, environmental and family-friendly events to keep you busy from July to August. The Peaks to Points Festival, a fortnight-long festival proudly supported by the Brisbane, Redlands, Logan and Ipswich City Council, […]
Read MoreThe Springfield Anglican College secondary campus has taken a bold step in the fight against domestic and family violence by unveiling a new Red Bench on June 10. This initiative, part of the Red Rose Foundation’s Red Bench project, aims to raise awareness and foster community education on domestic violence through a permanent and visually […]
Read MoreIpswich City Council has unveiled its 2024-2025 Annual Plan and Budget, outlining a path to support sustainable growth, major road upgrades, and the provision of free and low-cost services. With Ipswich identified as one of the fastest-growing cities in Queensland, Mayor Teresa Harding spoke on the need to balance ratepayer needs with the city’s expanding […]
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