Springfield
The Ipswich community gathered at Tulmur Place to honor local athletes Mollie O’Callaghan, Ella Ramsay, Poppy Wilson, and Taymon Kenton-Smith, following their return from the Paris 2024 Games. The celebration recognised their achievements and highlighted their efforts to inspire the next generation of athletes in the region. “Our local athletes are fabulous role models, giving…
Crime Stoppers Queensland celebrated a significant milestone on August 20—35 years of dedicated service to the community. This anniversary coincides with the annual Crime Stoppers Day, recognising the tireless efforts of the organisation’s volunteers and the vital role of anonymous crime reporting in keeping Queensland safe. Since its inception, Crime Stoppers Queensland has been instrumental…
Ipswich and Greater Springfield residents are invited to attend a free Breast Cancer Awareness Month event at the Mater Health Hub, Springfield, on Tuesday, October 1. The event will feature expert speakers who will provide important information on breast cancer risk factors, early detection, and patient support. The event’s keynote speaker, Dr. Susan Bell, a…
The Springfield Central Community Centre is set to receive $440,000 in funding for the development of a dedicated youth space, thanks to a commitment by the State Member for Jordan Charis Mullen. The pledge, made ahead of the upcoming October election, would be part of a re-elected Labor Government plan to support local infrastructure. The…
The Springfield Panthers Under 15’s Development Challenge and Division 1 sides both came away victorious in their grand finals on September 7. Coach of the Panthers’ Development Challenge team Damon Viellaris, spoke highly of his players’ resilience and strategic execution in their 26-4 halftime lead against Redbank. “The boys stuck with the game plan, and…
The Australian Government has announced a 15% wage increase for Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) workers, benefiting those in Blair and across Australia. This pay rise, aims to properly compensate educators while ensuring that childcare fees remain manageable for families. “This $3.6 billion investment from the Government recognises the vital role that ECEC workers…
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…
Ipswich and South-East Queensland are currently buzzing with more than 50 free and low-cost activities as the Peaks to Points Festival returns for another exciting edition. The festival will offer a variety of events that start on July 20 and will run until August 4. The festival, which takes place biennially, has received strong support…
The Queensland Government has announced an increase in the threshold for the first homeowner concession on transfer duty from $500,000 to $700,000. This adjustment aims to alleviate the financial burden on those entering the housing market and is expected to assist approximately 10,000 first-home buyers annually. The revised concessions will also extend to vacant land,…
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…