Springfield
Springfield Lakes Nature Care (SLNC) starts every year with one of our most well supported events, Clean Up Australia Day. This event has become Australia’s largest community-based environmental event with over 10,000 clean ups taking place across the nation. From the beaches of the Torres Strait Islands, to Tasmania, from Byron Bay to Western Coast…
The second annual Anzac Cup was held at Brighton Homes Arena on April 19, with the free event attracting 2000 people across the afternoon. The Queensland Fire and Rescue Blazing Bears Women clinched a 17-3 win against the South East Queensland Army Lions. The South East Queensland Army Lions men’s side retaliated with a 26-16…
The Westside Community Care (WCC) will hold its annual Seeds Dinner fundraiser, not only commemorating the organisation’s 20th anniversary but also honouring the memories of those whose stories have shaped its journey. The event aims to raise over $50,000, with proceeds going towards WCC and the Westside Transformations program, a vital initiative that has impacted…
Suzanne Paruit-Chauvin, a centenarian with a life story that spans continents and generations, recently celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends at The Springlake Hotel in Springfield. Born on April 3, 1924, in Mauritius off the coast of Madagascar, Suzanne is the oldest of ten siblings. Her daughter, Gloria, shared insights into Suzanne’s…
A new chapter was written on April 2 with the swearing in of Ipswich City Council’s mayor and councillors. Following the Electoral Commissioner for Queensland declaring the results of the 16 March elections, Ipswich’s new council team now includes: The suburbs of Springfield, Springfield Central, Springfield Lakes, Brookwater, Spring Mountain, and Augustine Heights are included…
Each May, Queensland stands united in recognition of Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month, shedding light on the crucial issues surrounding domestic violence. Charis Mullen, Member for Jordan, has announced plans for a special DFV Night of Remembrance, emphasising the importance of community awareness and action in ending domestic violence. “Most of us will…
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…
A precinct plan for Springview Villages 2 and 3 in Springfield has been approved by Ipswich City Council following extensive assessment and consideration. The Springview Villages 2 and 3 Precinct Plan application was lodged by developer Stockland in June 2023 for land at 7001 Mur Boulevard, 7006 Panorama Drive and 1 Telopea Way, Springfield. Ipswich…
The Vedanta Centre in Springfield Lakes hosted the One and All Harmony Day Festival on Saturday, March 23, celebrating multiculturalism. The festival, dedicated to commemorating Australian multiculturalism and the successful integration of migrants into the community, drew in approximately 450 attendees. From lively jumping castles to market stalls from local businesses, delectable cuisine, live music…
The Springfield community came together during the week for International Women’s Day in March to celebrate diversity and the achievements of women from all walks of life. Organised by the Women Empowerment and Leadership Association, the event held at the local Indian Rastruan served as a beacon of multiculturalism, with women representing various corners of…