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Professionals working with children and young people are being encouraged to attend the Ipswich District Child Protection Week Symposium, a professional development event designed to strengthen knowledge, collaboration and best practice in child protection. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Senior Constable Chantelle Dowell from the Ipswich District Crime Prevention Unit Read more
Danny Hoyland and Damien Lee kick off another action-packed Saturday morning from a very chilly Ipswich, serving up plenty of laughs, spirited opinions, local information and fascinating conversations. Craig Charlton delivers the latest fishing report, including ideal weekend conditions, squid fishing tips and what is currently biting across Moreton Bay, Read more
Ipswich West MP Wendy Bourne has spent the week in Queensland Parliament examining the State Budget, while also celebrating NAIDOC Week, supporting community consultation in Rosewood and recognising local achievements across the electorate. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Ms Bourne said Budget Estimates Week provides an important opportunity for the Read more
Christopher Nolan’s latest blockbuster The Odyssey is proving to be one of the biggest cinema events of the year, with audiences and critics alike praising the epic film as moviegoers continue to flock to Limelight Cinemas. Speaking on the Limelight Cinemas podcast, Marketing Manager Lex said the film has exceeded Read more
A colourful new public art project has officially transformed the walls of Booval Fair, with six large-scale murals now complete and receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from the community. The unveiling was celebrated on the latest episode of Get Your Arts Into Gear, before attention turned to Ipswich Orpheus Chorale’s Read more
Ipswich is one step closer to making history, with the city’s ambitious attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the largest trombone ensemble now awaiting official confirmation. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Mayor Teresa Harding said organisers believe 647 trombone players performed together during the SPARK Ipswich Festival—well Read more
If you’ve been feeling less motivated since winter arrived, you’re not alone—and according to wellness coach Loz Antonenko, it’s not because you’re lazy. Speaking on West Bremer Radio’s Living Life with Loz, she said the colder months naturally affect both physical and mental wellbeing, making it important to adjust expectations Read more
Division 1 residents are set to benefit from significant infrastructure and community investments following the adoption of Ipswich City Council’s 2026–27 Budget, with major road upgrades, sporting facilities and park improvements among the key projects. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Division 1 Councillor Jacob Madsen said the budget delivers long-awaited Read more
Bundamba MP Lance McCallum is encouraging local residents to help shape Labor’s future housing policies, following the release of a new discussion paper aimed at tackling Queensland’s growing housing affordability crisis. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Mr McCallum said housing, alongside cost of living, remains one of the biggest concerns Read more
Movie lovers are in for a blockbuster few weeks at Limelight Cinemas, with Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated The Odyssey, a celebration of Studio Ghibli classics and a fun-filled National Pyjama Day fundraiser all hitting the big screen. Speaking on the Limelight Cinemas podcast, Marketing Manager Lex said Nolan’s latest epic Read more
A once-plain brick wall at Booval Fair is being transformed into a vibrant celebration of community, creativity and local identity as six artists put the finishing touches on a series of large-scale murals as part of the SPARK Ipswich Festival. The mural project, a collaboration between Booval Fair and local Read more
Ipswich’s vibrant festival season may be winding down, but Mayor Teresa Harding says there’s plenty more on the horizon, with the successful conclusion of the SPARK Ipswich Arts Festival, a new suburban renewal initiative and the opening of nominations for the Ipswich Sports Awards. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Mayor Read more
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Ipswich and West Moreton Child Protection Week Awards, recognising the outstanding individuals, organisations and community groups working to protect and support children across the region. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Sergeant Nadine Webster from the Ipswich District Crime Prevention Unit said this year’s Read more
Community generosity, local business growth and sporting achievements were among the highlights discussed by Ipswich City Councillor David Martin during his latest update on West Bremer Radio. Councillor Martin praised the generosity of Kalbar Sunflowers, who recently donated another cuddle bed to the West Moreton Health Foundation, helping provide comfort Read more
Visitors to this year’s SPARK Ipswich festival are being invited to experience art in entirely new ways, with two interactive exhibitions set to transform Tulmur Place into a hub of creativity, reflection and community connection. Local artists Kate from Inspired Art Studio and Caragh from Triangle House joined the Get Read more
Ipswich MP Jennifer Howard has used her Budget Reply speech to outline Labor’s priorities for Queensland, criticising the State Government’s budget for failing to fund major infrastructure projects while announcing new proposals aimed at improving housing affordability and supporting apprentices. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Ms Howard said Ipswich had Read more
Disney’s beloved island adventure Moana has officially arrived at Limelight Cinemas, with the highly anticipated live-action remake launching as a special midweek release during the school holidays. Lex from Limelight Cinemas said Wednesday releases were unusual for cinemas but would allow families extra opportunities to catch the film before the Read more
The magic of the circus is coming to Ipswich this weekend, with the Ipswich Circus Festival promising two days of world-class performances, hands-on activities and family entertainment at the Ipswich Showgrounds. Founded by local social enterprise Circus Ipswich, the festival begins with a Gala Cabaret on Friday evening before opening Read more
Ipswich residents are being invited to discover the art of communication as Bremer Forum prepares to host two special events designed to celebrate storytelling, public speaking and meaningful human connection. The long-running organisation, which recently celebrated its 28th anniversary, will feature as part of this year’s SPARK Ipswich festival before Read more
Ipswich City Council’s record-breaking 2026–27 Budget, the start of NAIDOC Week and the return of the SPARK Ipswich Festival are among the major highlights for the city this week, according to Mayor Teresa Harding. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Mayor Harding said Council’s newly adopted budget delivers the largest capital Read more
Residents across Ipswich’s Division 3 are set to benefit from millions of dollars in new infrastructure and community projects following the adoption of Ipswich City Council’s 2026–27 Budget. Division 3 Councillor Marnie Doyle said the budget delivers significant investment into established suburbs, with a strong focus on improving parks, public Read more
State Member for Jordan Charis Mullen says Greater Springfield and the broader Ipswich region have been overlooked in the Queensland Government’s 2026–27 State Budget, warning several major transport projects remain without the funding needed to keep pace with the area’s rapid growth. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Ms Mullen described Read more
Moviegoers can prepare for one last dose of outrageous stunts when Jackass: Best and Last arrives at Limelight Cinemas, marking the final chapter in the long-running comedy franchise. The latest film sees Johnny Knoxville reunite with the Jackass crew for what is being billed as their final outing, delivering the Read more
Ipswich Little Theatre is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone next month, with the 70th Ipswich One Act Play Festival set to showcase some of the region’s finest community theatre talent. Running from 7 to 9 August, the festival is believed to be the longest-running one act play festival in Read more
Ipswich residents will soon have more flexibility when disposing of household waste, with Ipswich City Council announcing the introduction of a new annual waste voucher as part of its 2026–27 Budget. Mayor Teresa Harding revealed the initiative ahead of the budget’s formal adoption, describing it as a practical cost-of-living measure Read more
Ipswich motorists are being urged to slow down and drive to the conditions as Queensland Police launch Operation Yankee Cold Snap, the annual road safety campaign targeting dangerous driving during the winter school holidays. The operation will see a heightened police presence across the Ipswich Police District and throughout Queensland Read more
Ipswich West MP Wendy Bourne has labelled the State Government’s 2026–27 Budget a disappointment for the region, claiming several critical infrastructure projects have either been delayed or overlooked despite the area’s rapid population growth. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Ms Bourne said the budget delivered more “miss than hit” for Read more
School holiday moviegoers have plenty to look forward to at Limelight Cinemas, with two major family-friendly releases arriving on the big screen this week alongside a range of exclusive collectable merchandise. The latest additions to the cinema’s school holiday lineup are Minions and Monsters and Supergirl, offering audiences everything from Read more
Ipswich theatre lovers are being invited to step back in time when Swich Up Productions presents the acclaimed comedy Home, I’m Darling this July. Directed by Martie Blanchett, the Olivier Award-winning play explores what happens when a couple attempts to live a picture-perfect 1950s lifestyle in the modern world, creating Read more
A major road upgrade in Redbank Plains and celebrations marking five years of the Ipswich Children’s Library were among the key topics discussed by Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding during her latest update to residents. Mayor Harding confirmed planning is progressing for the long-awaited upgrade of School Road, one of Redbank Read more