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Two new Medicare Urgent Care Clinics have been announced for Inala and Redbank Plains, allowing locals to access care seven days a week over extended hours with no appointment required.  The clinics will be completely bulk billed, meaning more people can access high-quality care quickly and at no cost as long as they can provide…

The Queensland Government is taking significant steps to support veterans and their families in Ipswich through the newly funded ‘Food4Heroes’ project.  With an investment of $820,400 from the latest State Budget, Wounded Heroes Australia will spearhead this initiative under the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program. The project aims to provide 30 job seekers, primarily ex-Australian…

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,…

The 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…

RJ 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…

Goodna 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…

More 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…

The 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…

A 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…

Warrior 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…