Springfield

The Rotary Clubs of Greater Springfield and Brisbane united their efforts to inaugurate the Lift the Lid Walk for mental health, in October.

‘Lift the Lid’ walk for mental health

Daniel Bouwmeester December 7, 2023 3 min read 0

By Sue Roger Community Services Director – Greater Springfield Rotary On October 29, the Rotary Clubs of Brisbane Taylor Bridge, Brisbane Centenary, and Greater Springfield united their efforts to inaugurate the Lift the Lid Walk. This annual event is a tangible expression of support for “Lifting the Lid” on mental illness, and is Australian Rotary…

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University of Southern Queensland, Springfield graduate Nicole Spencer-Scarr has begun a dream career, landing a job at Brisbane Airport.

Springfield student spreads wings with aviation degree

Daniel Bouwmeester December 5, 2023 3 min read 0

When Nicole Spencer-Scarr first walked into the University of Southern Queensland’s Springfield campus, she was an enthusiastic Year 12 student at St Peters Lutheran College Springfield with an unwavering desire for an aviation career. Four years later, her determination landed her a job in the industry, fulfilling a dream she’s had for as long as…

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Local veterans, residents, students, and other dignitaries commemorated Remembrance Day on Saturday, November 11, in Greater Springfield.

Reflecting on Remembrance Day

Daniel Bouwmeester November 28, 2023 3 min read 0

Local veterans, residents, students, and other dignitaries commemorated Remembrance Day on Saturday, November 11. Remembrance Day is a powerful reminder of the service of Australian defence personnel and their acts of sacrifice across more than a century of wars, conflicts, and operations. The poppy is a powerful symbol of remembrance, worn to commemorate this day….

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The Queensland government is planning to deliver a new Industrial Technology and Design (ITD) workshops facility for Woodcrest State College.

New Woodcrest student workshops in design stages

Daniel Bouwmeester November 25, 2023 2 min read 0

The state government is planning to deliver a new Industrial Technology and Design (ITD) facility for Woodcrest State College. The proposed development will provide the school with new facilities to meet curriculum and extra-curricular needs, and support enrolments. Some of the proposed facilities include three multi-purpose workshops, an engineering workshop, graphic design studio, staff workroom,…

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On September 30, our District Governor Paul Roger and his wife Sue attended the annual Bordie Awards 2023 for Borderline Australia.

Greater Springfield Rotary Club attends Bordie Awards

Daniel Bouwmeester November 25, 2023 3 min read 0

By Sue Roger Community Services Director – Greater Springfield Rotary On Saturday, September 30, our District Governor Paul Roger and his wife Sue attended the annual Bordie Awards 2023 for Borderline. Rotary International received the ‘Create Impact Award’. This is a new award given to an individual, business, organisation, or group who has made a…

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Mater has launched a new after-hours medical testing service in Blackstone, east Ipswich, to help busy families and shift-workers.

Mater launches late-night pathology service

Daniel Bouwmeester November 23, 2023 2 min read 0

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…

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The Springfield Regional Jobs Committee (SRJC) recently released a report analysing the career pathways of Greater Springfield residents.

Springfield’s job and study trends detailed in new report

Daniel Bouwmeester November 21, 2023 3 min read 0

The Springfield Regional Jobs Committee (SRJC) recently released a report analysing the career pathways of Greater Springfield residents. The 2023 ‘Educate to Employ’ Report provides valuable insights into further education and employment opportunities especially for young people in the Greater Springfield region. A state government initiative established in 2018, the SRJC brings together local industry…

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The Greater Springfield Indian Association is inviting the community to an open-air Bollywood movie screening at Robelle Domain next weekend.

Bollywood film on the Domain screen

Daniel Bouwmeester November 18, 2023 2 min read 0

UPDATE (12/11/23): EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED/POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST. MORE DETAILS AVAILABLE SOON. The Greater Springfield Indian Association (GSIA) is inviting the community to an open-air Bollywood movie screening at Robelle Domain next weekend. The free night of entertainment will take place on Saturday, November 25, from 5:30pm – with pop-up food stalls available…

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Mater's nurse training will be free for Springfield school-leavers and career-changers next year thanks to a State Government funding boost.

Free nurse training in 2024 to boost Springfield healthcare

Daniel Bouwmeester November 16, 2023 3 min read 0

Nurse training at Mater Education will be free next year for Springfield school-leavers and career-changers thanks to a major funding boost from the State Government. Minister for Training and Skills Di Farmer MP announced today that Mater Education’s Diploma of Nursing courses in Springfield, as well as South Brisbane and Townsville, are included in the…

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A hundred Ipswich homes have now been bought back as part of the government’s Resilient Homes Fund – and be freed from future flood risk.

100 flooded Ipswich homes bought back so far

Daniel Bouwmeester November 12, 2023 4 min read 0

A hundred Ipswich homes have now been bought back as part of the government’s Resilient Homes Fund, which enabled families to voluntarily sell flood-impacted properties – and be freed from future flood risk. The program was established in May last year following the catastrophic 2021-22 rainfall and flooding events, which predominantly devastated homes in Goodna,…

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