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The University of Southern Queensland (USQ) has achieved a significant milestone by securing the 396th position in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. This marks an impressive rise of 14 places from its previous standing, reflecting the university’s continuous commitment to excellence in education and research. The latest QS World University Rankings evaluated over 5000…
Ipswich City Council has unveiled its new structure for the upcoming four-year term, establishing five standing committees and two new sub-committees. This change reflects the council’s strategic focus on infrastructure and planning amid significant population growth in the city. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding and Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic will participate in all five committees, though…
In celebration of National Donut Day on Friday, June 7, Donut King is set to delight Australians with free hot cinnamon doughnuts all day long. This sweet giveaway is available at Donut King stores nationwide, including Springfield Orion. Donut King Marketing Manager Raquel Hine highlighted the popularity of National Donut Day, which has become a…
Ipswich City Council is reaching out to the community to find out how residents love their libraries through a quick online survey. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said Ipswich libraries were a treasured resource for many in the region, and this latest survey will help shape future services and programs provided. “Our libraries are more than…
As National Volunteer Week unfolded from May 20 to 26, Ipswich celebrated its volunteers from diverse backgrounds, including Goodna SES volunteer, Maranda Buchanan. This year’s theme, ‘Something for Everyone,’ underscores the wide range of volunteering opportunities available in the city, from nature restoration with Bushcare to engaging with visitors at the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre….
Ipswich City Council has extended its partnership with Australia’s largest international country and roots music festival, CMC Rocks, for a further year. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said CMC Rocks has been a runaway success since relocating to Ipswich in 2015, growing visitor numbers each year and injecting millions into the local economy. The 2024 event…
The highly anticipated SPARK Ipswich Festival is set to ignite the city’s cultural scene once again, running for 11 action-packed days from July 4. Now in its fourth year, SPARK Ipswich promises an even more spectacular celebration of arts and culture, solidifying its status as one of the must-see festivals in South-East Queensland. Ipswich Mayor…
The Brisbane Lions have entered a new partnership with Ipswich City Council, promising a range of opportunities for the local community and a boost to the region’s profile. This collaboration leverages the Brisbane Lions’ headquarters and high-performance training base in Springfield Central to benefit Ipswich residents. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding highlighted the significance of the…
A study from the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has unveiled the significant impact of poor parenting on the mental health of Australian children. According to the research, unsupportive, inconsistent, and angry parenting styles contribute to nearly 52% of socioeconomic inequalities in the mental health of young Australians. Using data from the Longitudinal Survey of…
Demolition has commenced in Goodna on the first community title scheme to be voluntarily bought back under the $741 million Resilient Homes Fund (RHF). This initiative, jointly funded by the federal and state governments, marks a pivotal moment in the effort to mitigate future flood risks. The unit complex on Mill Street was severely impacted…