Wildlife
A Springfield mum has put herself through the ringer on a new reality competition program – mirroring the survival situation her own son endured after his cancer diagnosis and treatment. “A lot of people have been surprised to find out I was cast on a reality TV show – but in reality, this has been…
Ipswich City Council is planning to release parcels of land in Greater Springfield for potential future development into community facilities. Registration of interest for proposed use of the land by community organisations for the benefit of the public is open until July 23. Council notified residents and community groups of the decision early last month….
by Luise Manning – Springfield Lakes Nature Care, Inc. This year marks the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, and falls on Saturday, April 22. Since 1970, billions of people from all countries have taken part on April 22 to raise awareness about the need to become a greener planet and to have a more equitable…
The inaugural Valentine’s Adoption Sale, a local animal welfare initiative, took place last month, with some heart-warming results. The Animal Welfare League of Queensland (AWLQ) offered pets for adoption at a heavy discount from February 8 to 14. Adult cat adoption cost just $29, and selected adult dogs were available at $99. In total, 41…
Over the summer, a joint government initiative is offering free fire ant bait to all Greater Springfield residents to help prevent their spread. The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is a long-term project delivered by Biosecurity Queensland, with ongoing coordination and support across all three levels of Australian government. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and…
Megan Woolley reporting Greater Gliders have officially been upgraded to an endangered species, and local nature groups are working tirelessly to help restore their numbers. On July 5, Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek accepted the recommendation of the Threatened Species Scientific Committee to uplist Greater Gliders from “vulnerable” to “endangered.” In the last 20 years, glider…
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…
The state government finally reached an agreement with Springfield’s developers in July for a suitable plot of land for construction of the region’s urgently needed new fire and rescue station. It will sit beside the existing ambulance station on Gateway Drive, just off Augusta Parkway – the major thoroughfare connecting the Centenary Highway intersection at…
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…