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Mater’s Red Bench signals safety for domestic violence victims

By Guy Hazlewood / July 3, 2024 / Comments Off on Mater’s Red Bench signals safety for domestic violence victims

Mater 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 […]

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WOMI to bring global music and cultural celebration to Springfield

By Guy Hazlewood / July 1, 2024 / Comments Off on WOMI to bring global music and cultural celebration to Springfield

Ipswich’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 […]

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Winter Activities to keep you warm and informed

By Guy Hazlewood / June 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Winter Activities to keep you warm and informed

Winter 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, […]

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Students unveil Red Bench to combat domestic violence

By Guy Hazlewood / June 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Students unveil Red Bench to combat domestic violence

The 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 […]

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Ipswich City Council unveils 2024-2025 budget

By Guy Hazlewood / June 27, 2024 / Comments Off on Ipswich City Council unveils 2024-2025 budget

Ipswich 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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Council seeks community feedback on Springfield Central off-street parking regulation

By Guy Hazlewood / June 26, 2024 / Comments Off on Council seeks community feedback on Springfield Central off-street parking regulation

Ipswich City Council is inviting residents to provide their input on a proposal to regulate off-street parking at a major site in Springfield Central.  This consultation aims to address concerns about equitable access to parking near several key community facilities. The proposal, spearheaded by the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee chairperson, councillor Andrew Antoniolli, involves […]

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Major upgrade of Redbank Plains Road set to kick off this weekend

By Guy Hazlewood / June 26, 2024 / Comments Off on Major upgrade of Redbank Plains Road set to kick off this weekend

This weekend marks the beginning of a significant phase in the Redbank Plains Road upgrade, with a key section of the road set to close for intensive construction work. The closure, which aims to accelerate progress on the council’s major road upgrade, is expected to benefit motorists in the long run. Infrastructure, planning and assets […]

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National Emergency Medal applications open for 2022 floods

By Guy Hazlewood / June 26, 2024 / Comments Off on National Emergency Medal applications open for 2022 floods

Local frontline emergency responders, volunteers and community support workers involved in the February-March 2022 flood events in South East Queensland may now be eligible for the National Emergency Medal. The medal will recognise the extraordinary efforts and sacrifice of those who provided sustained or significant service between 23 February and 3 March 2022 across 21 […]

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Community generosity revolutionises care at Mater Springfield

By Guy Hazlewood / June 21, 2024 / Comments Off on Community generosity revolutionises care at Mater Springfield

The generosity of Mater supporters across Queensland is catalysing a remarkable transformation in healthcare at Mater Private Hospital Springfield, with nearly $1 million worth of cutting-edge medical equipment being delivered this year, thanks to community donations to the Mater Foundation. This influx of advanced technology includes a state-of-the-art robotic surgery system for knee replacements and […]

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Council seeks community feedback on Springfield Central off-street parking regulation

By Guy Hazlewood / June 21, 2024 / Comments Off on Council seeks community feedback on Springfield Central off-street parking regulation

Ipswich City Council is inviting residents to provide their input on a proposal to regulate off-street parking at a major site in Springfield Central.  This consultation aims to address concerns about equitable access to parking near several key community facilities. The proposal, spearheaded by the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee chairperson, councillor Andrew Antoniolli, involves […]

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