Community
More than 150 students from nine Ipswich primary schools, including students from Spring Mountain State School, came together at the Ipswich City Council’s annual Youth Sustainability Summit, voicing their ideas for a greener future. Held in the council chambers at 1 Nicholas Street, students had the unique opportunity to present their visions for change directly…
Crime Stoppers Queensland celebrated a significant milestone on August 20—35 years of dedicated service to the community. This anniversary coincides with the annual Crime Stoppers Day, recognising the tireless efforts of the organisation’s volunteers and the vital role of anonymous crime reporting in keeping Queensland safe. Since its inception, Crime Stoppers Queensland has been instrumental…
Ipswich and Greater Springfield residents are invited to attend a free Breast Cancer Awareness Month event at the Mater Health Hub, Springfield, on Tuesday, October 1. The event will feature expert speakers who will provide important information on breast cancer risk factors, early detection, and patient support. The event’s keynote speaker, Dr. Susan Bell, a…
The Springfield Central Community Centre is set to receive $440,000 in funding for the development of a dedicated youth space, thanks to a commitment by the State Member for Jordan Charis Mullen. The pledge, made ahead of the upcoming October election, would be part of a re-elected Labor Government plan to support local infrastructure. The…
Construction of a new $3 million clubhouse at the Silver Jubilee Sports Facility in Spring Mountain is about to begin, with Ipswich City Council awarding the contract for the project. The development will be funded by a $1.9 million grant from the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program, supplemented by additional funding…
The Riverview Recycling and Refuse Centre will host a free household hazardous waste drop-off day on Sunday, 22 September, providing Greater Springfield residents with a safe and responsible way to dispose of dangerous chemicals and materials. The event, which will run from 7am to 5pm, allows residents to discard items such as paint, pesticides, acids,…
Ipswich families will have plenty of options to keep their kids active during the upcoming school holidays, with Ipswich City Council offering 26 free events through its popular Active and Healthy program. Spread across two weeks, the events aim to engage children and teens of all ages with a range of outdoor activities and sports….
The Springfield Panthers CSI Volunteer Cup senior men’s side are looking to make it back-to-back grand final wins after defeating the Goodna Eagles 30 – 20 in the preliminary final on Sunday. The win means the Panthers will take on minor premiers Brothers Ipswich who they were defeated by in the semi-final 40 – 18….
Springfield Lakes State School has opened its doors to a new Community Hub, marking a significant step forward in fostering social cohesion and providing support to culturally diverse families in the region. The hub, a part of the National Community Hubs Program (NCHP) operated by Community Hubs Australia, is designed to connect families, particularly mothers…
Ipswich City Council has announced a three-year partnership with the Brisbane Lions, aimed at fostering the development of female athletes and aspiring sports administrators in the Ipswich region. This collaboration is set to bring numerous benefits to the local community, including increased visibility for Ipswich at Brisbane Lions’ home games, access to AFLW players for…