Springfield
Poets, both seasoned and aspiring, are invited to submit their works for the prestigious 2024 Bruce Dawe National Poetry Prize. This competition, hosted by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ), stands as one of Australia’s most significant poetry accolades. Established 25 years ago by the celebrated poet Bruce Dawe AO, following his distinguished career as…
The Queensland Government has unveiled a substantial investment in public transport aimed at transforming the commuting experience for residents in the fast-growing Greater Springfield area. With an initial outlay of almost $70 million through the Bus Services Investment Program, coupled with ongoing annual funding exceeding $24 million, this initiative promises to significantly enhance bus services,…
Mirvac’s Orion Springfield Central is spearheading a new initiative to promote sustainable shopping habits with the launch of the “Cool New Era” winter campaign. Partnering with RCYCL, this campaign encourages shoppers to recycle their unwearable clothing and textiles, reflecting a strong commitment to environmental consciousness. Mirvac’s collaboration with RCYCL will feature collection boxes across their…
Springfield resident Darren Bennett has put a twist on his life-changing experience of surviving Cyclone Tracy in a new novel. The debut novel aptly titled 25.12.74, takes readers on an intriguing journey back to the devastating events of December 1974 through time travel. The catastrophic event that struck Darwin on Christmas Day in 1974 left…
A new health and education centre, Mater Health Hub, was officially opened in Springfield on June 8, marking a significant milestone in community-based services for the rapidly growing region. Mater Health Hub, Springfield is a purpose-built centre providing healthcare services for families and educational courses for school-leavers and career-changers. This innovative centre represents Mater’s first…
The University of Southern Queensland (USQ) has achieved a significant milestone by securing the 396th position in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. This marks an impressive rise of 14 places from its previous standing, reflecting the university’s continuous commitment to excellence in education and research. The latest QS World University Rankings evaluated over 5000…
In celebration of National Donut Day on Friday, June 7, Donut King is set to delight Australians with free hot cinnamon doughnuts all day long. This sweet giveaway is available at Donut King stores nationwide, including Springfield Orion. Donut King Marketing Manager Raquel Hine highlighted the popularity of National Donut Day, which has become a…
St Augustine’s College is beaming with pride as three standout athletes have recently achieved remarkable feats on the international sports stage. Isabela Hoyos Yanez has been selected as part of the Junior Matildas, representing Australia in the Asian Football Confederation U17 Women’s Asian Cup First Round competition last month. The Junior Matildas secured a commendable…
Ipswich City Council is reaching out to the community to find out how residents love their libraries through a quick online survey. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said Ipswich libraries were a treasured resource for many in the region, and this latest survey will help shape future services and programs provided. “Our libraries are more than…
The Brisbane Lions have entered a new partnership with Ipswich City Council, promising a range of opportunities for the local community and a boost to the region’s profile. This collaboration leverages the Brisbane Lions’ headquarters and high-performance training base in Springfield Central to benefit Ipswich residents. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding highlighted the significance of the…