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The 151st Annual Ipswich Show, which occurred from Friday, May 17, to Sunday, May 19, 2024, drew large crowds with its diverse attractions and community-centred events. The theme, “Celebrating our community,” showcased a colourful array of community groups, schools, and businesses, celebrating the vibrant spirit of Ipswich. The Grand Parade kicked off the show on…
The Queensland Police Service has launched a major multi-level operation to reduce crime across Queensland with the first deployment of officers arriving in Ipswich and Logan on April 2. Operation Whiskey Legion involves additional specialist police deployed alongside local officers to target and prevent offences, including vehicle theft and property crime, robbery, assault and Domestic…
The tenure of the 2023 Ipswich Youth Advisory Council (IYAC) officially came to an end at a special certificate presentation ceremony held early last month. The 38 young volunteers received acknowledgement for their 10 months of service in providing input to council policies, procedures, and projects. Woodcrest State College, The Springfield Anglican College, and Springfield…
Mater has launched a new after-hours medical testing service to help busy families and shift-workers stay on top of their health. Located at Blackstone – between Springfield and Ipswich – the new Blackstone Mater Pathology collection centre now stands as the region’s only late-opening service for blood and other medical test collections. It is open…
Not-for-profit community groups are welcome to apply for funding to host Australia Day 2024 events, under the National Australia Day Council (NADC) grants program. Since NADC’s launch in 2021, its Australia Day Community Events grants have helped deliver more than 1,000 community events, from Welcomes to Country to citizenship ceremonies, morning teas, and multicultural festivals….
On the last day of Term 1, Staines Memorial College held a Slime Spectacular obstacle course event to help raise money for the school’s sports program. The school raised a total of $5,200, an impressive result. It was an event that all students could participate in — from kindergarten to Year 12 — communications officer…
Work is now well underway on the widening of the Exit 32 off-ramp, which connects the Centenary Motorway southbound to the Springfield Greenbank Arterial. The existing off-ramp lanes will be doubled from two to four lanes, and the current roundabout will be upgraded into a major intersection. $6.5 million in has been committed by the…
To mark its first anniversary, one of Queensland’s newest charities is inviting Springfield residents to a very special ‘fun walk’ along the bayside this weekend. The 5km/10km walk for Richie’s Rainbow – which honours the life of 9-year-old Richie “Little” Walsh and raises funds for children’s cancer research – is taking place at Lota Reserve…
Springfield’s Brighton Homes Arena is still in contention to host sports games which would otherwise be held at The Gabba during the iconic venue’s upcoming redevelopment for the Olympics. The Queensland Government and Stadiums Queensland are currently determining an ideal temporary relocation venue for Queensland Cricket and Brisbane Lions matches when the Gabba closes from…
Orion Springfield Central held its first ever ‘Strong Sisters SportsFest’ last weekend, featuring local sports clubs, live demonstrations, and more. It took place on Sunday, March 5, at Orion Springfield Central, coinciding with last week’s International Women’s Day celebrations. Hundreds of people immersed themselves in fun and engaging activities, giveaways, and information sessions throughout the…