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A new special school is in the pipeline for the Greater Springfield region, according to the Queensland Government, a reprieve for families with severely limited options. Last month, Jordan MP Charis Mullen said the new special state school was on the way, and was a much-needed addition to the region’s education network. “During the 2020…
Dedicated young ringsters at a local boxing club have recorded some amazing feats in the last few months, under the guidance of their hard-working coach. Warrior Boxing Gym, located in Springfield, is run by coach Johnny Black, who trains both junior and senior team classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. At the recent XXII…
A long-serving accountant and former refugee is helping fellow Springfield residents complete their tax returns, free of charge. 85-year-old Joe Buhagiar is now decades into retirement, and he shows no signs of slowing down. \”I like to help people,” Joe said. “This year, I decided I wanted to go back to volunteering.” The accredited helper…
This weekend, Woodcrest State College will officially celebrate its 25th birthday – a remarkable milestone and testament to the enduring and ever-growing community of Greater Springfield. As part of the celebrations, from 10am, the school is welcoming everyone through its doors to join in on the festivities. “We hope you can join us on Saturday…
Half a year has passed since the major flooding that ravaged Ipswich and surrounds. For many residents and workers in the Greater Springfield region who had to deal with its impact, it was yet another burden after years of the ongoing COVID crisis. Mayor Teresa Harding, in the immediate aftermath, captured the sentiment: “After the…
In August 1992, the nearly 3,000 hectares of topographically awkward bushland at the outskirts of Brisbane, west of Greenbank, was almost unknown. It was the sprawling estate of not much more than an abandoned tree-farming operation. It is incredible to think that, just three decades later, it is now home to the world’s 10th biggest…
Next weekend at Robelle Domain parklands, crowds of all stripes will welcome in spring together at “PAMA SpringFest 2022” – a celebration of cross-cultural cooperation. The free event takes place Sunday, 4 September at The Circle, in Springfield Central – 9am to 7pm – and is being organised by the Philippines-Australia Multicultural Association (PAMA), an…
Organisers of the upcoming Father’s Day car show event are hoping it gives men’s health awareness some much-needed traction. Local Movember spin-off group the “MO-tor Men” is partnering with Orion Springfield Central for a day full of cars, live music, food stalls, raffles, a silent auction, and more, on Sunday, 4 September, beginning at 10am….
Next month, dog owners are invited to the howling return of Bark in the Park, a day of fun family entertainment to spread awareness about responsible pet ownership. On Sunday, 18 September, from 10am to 1pm, residents of the Greater Springfield area can come along with their fluffy friends – ensuring they are properly leashed…
Children and adults alike enjoyed a full day in their PJs on Friday, 22 July, at The Lakes Early Learning Centre – for a good cause. The early childhood centre participated in National Pyjama Day to help raise money for foster kids, and centre worker Tallara Ritchie said the children really enjoyed wearing their jammies…