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Ipswich City Council has revised its draft Ipswich Plan 2024 following community consultation, with the plan now sent to the state government for final review and approval. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the Council resolved at its January 25 meeting to progress the proposed new planning scheme to the Minister for Housing, Local Government and…
Women Empowerment and Leadership founder and president Rita Anwari has ignited a movement with an unwavering commitment to empower women and uplift the most marginalised among the community. Rita and her dedicated team understand the pivotal role women played in shaping the fabric of society. They believe that, by harnessing their potential, women can catalyse…
Spring Mountain was the third-fastest growing suburb across Ipswich’s more than 80 suburbs, according to the latest Ipswich City Council development report. Released in early February, Council’s Planning and Regulatory Services Quarterly Report from October 1 to December 31, 2023 provides a snapshot of population growth and development activity across the city. Ripley and Redbank…
January 26th, Australia Day, holds a special place in the hearts of Australians as it is celebrated with citizenship ceremonies across the nation. Among the organisations contributing to the festivities was the Varnam Cultural Society (QLD), renowned for the many successful and popular multicultural events it organises. This year, they proudly hosted a Citizenship Ceremony on…
Ipswich City Council released a report on its ratepayer funded environmental protection initiative last month – with hazard reduction receiving greater focus. The City of Ipswich Enviroplan Program and Levy Progress Report 2022-2023, released on January 5, outlines recent progress in the Council’s Enviroplan program. According to the annual report, the Council spent nearly $4…
Ipswich City Council is bringing a four-week aquatic access and skills program to Orion Lagoon, beginning February 5, for people living with a disability. The Water STAARS (Support to Access Aquatic Recreational Spaces) Program is a partnership between the Royal Life Saving Society Queensland (RLSSQ) and the Council’s SEAL Pool Safety Program. Qualified Royal Life…
Greater Springfield resident and president of the Haryanvi Welfare Association in Australia, Inc. (HWAA) Neetu Singh Suhag has announced her candidacy for Division 2 in the upcoming Ipswich City Council elections. Speaking on social media earlier this week, Neetu said she was “excited” to announce her official candidacy to represent Division 2, which covers the…
Ipswich City Council has released its meeting schedule for the remainder of the current term ahead of the upcoming local government elections on March 16. All government divisions under the purview of Ipswich City Council will be up for election in mid-March, including Division 2, which covers all of Greater Springfield. In the meantime, regular…
Ipswich City Council has re-opened its free pop-up community immunisation clinic at Springfield Central Library for children and seniors this year. The Community Immunisation Clinic is available for vaccinations from now until July, and will be open on the first Tuesday of each month – from 9am to 11am – and fourth Tuesday of the…
Ipswich residents are being encouraged to put safety first when trying to beat the heat this summer. Just like with permanent pools or spas, store-bought portable swimming pools and spas must adhere to local council safety regulations. “With the weather warming up, it may be tempting to cool down by purchasing an affordable store-bought portable…