Springfield Central
57-year-old Jo Coombes from Redbank Plains has spent the last two decades in a battle she never anticipated—a relentless fight against Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC), the most common yet underestimated form of skin cancer. In 2003, Jo was a 37-year-old mother of two, living in Queanbeyan, NSW, and working at Coles when two tiny crusty…
The Springfield Greenbank Arterial near Brighton Homes Arena has officially opened to four lanes of traffic, marking a significant milestone in the city’s largest-ever road upgrade project. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding highlighted the importance of the Springfield Parkway and Springfield Greenbank Arterial duplication project in addressing the current and future traffic demands of one of…
The Queensland Government has announced a major expansion of its successful FairPlay program, effective from July 1, 2024. The program, designed to reduce cost barriers for families, will now be open to all Queensland children aged between five and 17, with the voucher value increased from $150 to $200. Premier Steven Miles highlighted the program’s…
Ipswich’s beloved world music event, WOMI (World Of Music Ipswich), is set to return to Orion Springfield Central this Sunday, 7 July, as part of the SPARK Ipswich Festival schedule. This free event promises a vibrant day filled with diverse musical performances, cultural workshops, and delectable food offerings. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding expressed her excitement…
Winter is a great time to get out into nature and Springfield Lakes Nature Care (SLNC) has got a host of wonderful, adventurous, educational, environmental and family-friendly events to keep you busy from July to August. The Peaks to Points Festival, a fortnight-long festival proudly supported by the Brisbane, Redlands, Logan and Ipswich City Council,…
Ipswich City Council has unveiled its 2024-2025 Annual Plan and Budget, outlining a path to support sustainable growth, major road upgrades, and the provision of free and low-cost services. With Ipswich identified as one of the fastest-growing cities in Queensland, Mayor Teresa Harding spoke on the need to balance ratepayer needs with the city’s expanding…
Ipswich City Council is inviting residents to provide their input on a proposal to regulate off-street parking at a major site in Springfield Central. This consultation aims to address concerns about equitable access to parking near several key community facilities. The proposal, spearheaded by the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee chairperson, councillor Andrew Antoniolli, involves…
The generosity of Mater supporters across Queensland is catalysing a remarkable transformation in healthcare at Mater Private Hospital Springfield, with nearly $1 million worth of cutting-edge medical equipment being delivered this year, thanks to community donations to the Mater Foundation. This influx of advanced technology includes a state-of-the-art robotic surgery system for knee replacements and…
Ipswich City Council is inviting residents to provide their input on a proposal to regulate off-street parking at a major site in Springfield Central. This consultation aims to address concerns about equitable access to parking near several key community facilities. The proposal, spearheaded by the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee chairperson, councillor Andrew Antoniolli, involves…
The Silverfox Initiative, a community walking group, is making significant strides in Springfield by providing support for individuals waiting to see a psychologist. The initiative, which was founded by Neil Collie on the Sunshine Coast aims to bridge the gap between recognising the need for professional help and actually receiving it. Founder of the Springfield…