Ipswich creative Willow has released a new fantasy novel, adding another string to the bow of the local artist and Arts Connect member. The book, titled Elision, is the first in a planned three-part series called Opera Tales. Willow said the story has been about four years in the making Read more
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding has praised the strength of local community groups, volunteers and service organisations after a busy long weekend and a series of events showcasing the generosity of Ipswich residents. Cr Harding said one of the standout examples was the work of the Greater Springfield Rotary Club, which Read more
Ipswich residents are being encouraged to head to Goodna this Labour Day long weekend as the popular Planes, Trains and Autos Festival rolls back into town. Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully said the long-running community event, now in its sixth year, will take place at Evan Marginson Park on Monday Read more
Ipswich West MP Wendy Bourne is backing calls for Ipswich to secure the NRL’s 20th licence, saying the city’s rugby league history and rapid population growth make it the right choice. Ms Bourne said Ipswich was ready for a national team, with $40 million already committed to upgrading North Ipswich Read more
Ipswich Little Theatre is preparing to stage Ophelia Chooses, a one-act production offering a fresh, female-focused take on Shakespeare’s Hamlet. The play centres Ophelia’s perspective, giving the character more agency and context than in the original work. Cast members Mack and Corinne said the production keeps elements of Shakespeare’s text Read more
Ipswich has marked Anzac Day with one of its largest commemorations in recent years, with more than 3,000 registered participants taking part in the city’s main march. Mayor Teresa Harding said the streets were lined with residents cheering on defence personnel, veterans, school groups and community organisations, reflecting Ipswich’s strong Read more
Bundamba MP Lance McCallum says Anzac Day remains one of the most important dates on the local calendar, as he also ramps up advocacy for road upgrades, sporting infrastructure and cost-of-living relief in the lead-up to council budget decisions. Mr McCallum said he would attend multiple commemorative services across the Read more
Limelight Cinemas is preparing for one of its biggest releases of the year, with the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic Michael arriving in cinemas this week. Cinema spokesperson Lex said excitement had been building strongly ahead of the film’s release, with customers regularly asking when the movie would arrive and Read more
Booval Fair is strengthening its place in Ipswich’s creative and community life, with new business partnerships, a growing mural competition and the reopening of its in-centre gallery helping drive fresh energy across the precinct. Rachel from Booval Fair and Laney NGU Booval say the centre is focused on supporting community Read more
Ipswich is preparing for a significant week of remembrance, with Mayor Teresa Harding saying the city will once again come together in force for Anzac Day commemorations across the region. The Mayor said Ipswich will host 23 services and marches on Anzac Day, with the city’s main march set to Read more
Moviegoers can expect a mix of high-stakes action and chilling horror this week, with two major releases arriving at Limelight Cinemas. Leading the lineup is Fuse, an action thriller set in London, starring Theo James and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The film centres on the discovery of an unexploded World War II Read more
A new independent art space is opening in Kalbar, with local creatives hoping it will provide much-needed opportunities for emerging and established artists to showcase their work outside the city. The new venue, known as Kalbar Gallery, is located in the old Cow Bar building on Edward Street, a rustic Read more
Ipswich is set to gain hundreds of new jobs with the completion of a major Officeworks distribution centre, as the city also celebrates sustainability milestones, sporting success and a special centenary. Mayor Teresa Harding said the new Officeworks facility at the Redbank Motorway Estate is one of the largest buildings Read more
Ipswich West MP Wendy Bourne is calling on the state government to reverse planned staffing cuts at Rosewood train station, warning the move will reduce safety, accessibility and support for passengers. Ms Bourne said the station, which is the end of the Ipswich rail line, will no longer be staffed Read more
Jordan MP Charis Mullen has raised concerns about reduced staffing at key train stations, delays to the Springfield rail extension and the lack of confirmed Olympic infrastructure for the Ipswich region. Ms Mullen said Queensland Rail’s new customer service model, due to begin from May 1, would mean reduced or Read more
Limelight Cinemas is heading deeper into the school holiday rush with a mix of Australian film, romance, live concert screenings and major advance ticket sales drawing strong crowds. Among the new releases is The Deb, an Australian coming-of-age musical marking the directorial debut of Rebel Wilson. The film follows country Read more
Ipswich creative Allan Saunderson is preparing to launch his debut novel Snakes Turn Left, a semi-autobiographical work five years in the making that explores youth, identity and mental health through the story of a young man heading north in search of purpose. Saunderson said the book began as what he Read more
Ipswich City Council has secured more than $228,000 in state funding to help repair the historic Ipswich Soldiers Memorial Hall, in a major boost for one of the city’s best-known heritage buildings. Mayor Teresa Harding said the grant, awarded through the Queensland Government’s Honouring Our Veterans program, would go towards Read more
Ipswich families are being encouraged to make the most of the Easter break, with a packed line-up of school holiday activities, popular aqua fitness classes and playground upgrades across the city. Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic said Ipswich City Council’s active and healthy programs continued to grow in popularity, with the Read more
Limelight Cinemas is gearing up for a busy Easter school holiday period, with the release of Super Mario Galaxy leading a packed line-up of family films, collectibles and in-cinema Easter egg hunts. Cinema spokesperson Lex said excitement had been building ahead of the Wednesday release of the new Mario film, Read more
Ipswich’s creative community is gearing up for the next round of Art Fight, a live painting competition that blends performance, audience participation and a strong message in support of human-made art. Hosted by Art Time Supplies, the event has quickly built momentum after a successful opening round, with artists and Read more
Ipswich is gearing up for a busy Easter school holiday period, with Bluey and Bingo set to return to the Nicholas Street Precinct as part of a wider program of free and low-cost activities across the city. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the popular Blue Heeler siblings will perform three Read more
A local wellbeing coach says many people struggle with healthy habits not because they lack discipline, but because their daily environment and routines are working against them. Speaking on a weekly radio segment, Loz said people often assume something is wrong with them if they find it hard to eat Read more
Bundamba MP Lance McCallum is calling for urgent action on several major issues affecting Ipswich residents, including a pedestrian crossing at South Ripley, rising fuel costs and planned staffing cuts at local train stations. Mr McCallum said a petition has been launched in the Queensland Parliament seeking a safe pedestrian Read more
Ipswich moviegoers are in for a busy school holiday season, with Limelight Cinemas rolling out a packed line-up of family films, special offers and the much-anticipated arrival of the new Super Mario movie. Among the headline releases is Disney’s Hoppers, a family comedy that follows a quirky story involving a Read more
Booval Fair Shopping Centre is gearing up for a packed calendar of events, with a major public art project, expanded community programs and the return of local arts awards set to energise Ipswich’s cultural scene. Centre management revealed a range of initiatives during a recent community update, highlighting April as Read more
Ipswich’s growing economy and community infrastructure were in focus this week, as Mayor Teresa Harding highlighted new international trade opportunities, park upgrades and addressed concerns over rising land valuations. Speaking during a regular council update, the Mayor confirmed Ipswich recently hosted Queensland trade and investment commissioners from regions including India, Read more
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Prism Awards – Ipswich Region Creative Arts Awards, marking an exciting new chapter for one of the region’s fastest-growing celebrations of local creativity. Formerly known as the Get Your Arts In Gear Awards, the newly rebranded Prism Awards will continue to recognise and Read more
Ipswich’s strong community spirit has been on full display, with local fundraisers, grassroots businesses and volunteers making a significant impact across the region. Division 4 Councillor David Martin said the past few weeks had highlighted the generosity and resilience of the local community, even amid ongoing cost of living pressures. Read more
Ipswich MP Jennifer Howard has raised concerns about growing cost of living pressures, potential job cuts in the rail sector and public transport challenges affecting local residents. Fuel Prices and Cost of Living Bite Ms Howard said families across Ipswich are feeling the strain of rising fuel costs, with some Read more