Managing grief ahead of the festive season

Cassandra Barrie presents, don’t let grief steal Christmas. Grief, the dictionary’s definition, – is intense sorrow, especially caused by someone’s death. Grief is intense and certainly a whole heap of sorrow, but grief doesn’t just happen if someone passes. You can grieve a relationship; you can grieve a version of yourself that you might Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Tulmur Place set to get loud!

Friday nights will get louder as Tulmur Place launches a monthly live music series featuring headlining bands, family-friendly entertainment and all things neon. Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee Chairperson and Division 3 Councillor Marnie Doyle said council continues to provide new events to bring the community together in the city centre. Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

You’re invited to a very special dining event

On Tuesday 18 October, Dovetails at 88 Limestone is hosting an exclusive dining event featuring celebrity guest Chef, Ben O’Donoghue and Dovetail’s own Head Chef, Shannon Ellison. Showcasing the finest in local produce, diners will enjoy delicacies including a Murry Cod ceviche, with a native succulent salad and finger lime Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

School footy legends honored by Council

Ipswich State High School (ISHS) will receive the city’s highest honour, the Keys to the City, for an unprecedented triple-title sporting achievement in rugby league. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the school – from the teachers, coaches, supporters, down to the players – have created a successful world-class rugby league Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Looking after our local platypus population

A new report into Ipswich waterways has revealed a dismal finding — there has been a severe decline in the region’s platypus population. The results of the Ipswich City Council’s 2021-2022 platypus monitoring program said research suggested there was a “severe decline in local platypus populations”. “(It) is concerning and Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Ipswich job market set to fizz!

Ipswich City Council has approved a $400 million Japanese drink manufacturing facility at Swanbank which will create hundreds of short and long term jobs. Last year, international drinks manufacturer Suntory purchased a 17ha industrial site southeast of Ipswich for the state-of the-art production facility. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said she was excited about major Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Your Wednesday What’s On!

West Bremer Radio checks out what’s happening around the city and the region to bring you the latest local news. Get set for Queensland Seniors Month this October: Celebrating the contributions of older residents and fostering social connections will be the focus when Ipswich celebrates Queensland Seniors Month this October. Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Give the gift of a great Christmas

Every year, Donna and Oggy from Helping Support Minds – also known as the Oggsters – create a huge number of Christmas Hampers, for local charities and organisations including the Women’s DV emergency shelter, Ipswich Assist, Down 2 Earth, Goodna Street Life, and Hannah’s House Sadly, this year, the Women’s Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Go WILD these school holidays!

If you love native animals and want to get up close and personal with a whole range of adorable furry, feathered or scaly friends, you’ll find plenty of opportunities these school holidays! Hop, jump and slither into The Workshops Rail Museum this September school holidays for Wildlife Adventures! Meet your Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Ensuring inclusivity in disaster preparation

Having a practical plan in place ahead of when disaster strikes is important for everyone in the community and that is why council wants to ensure people with disability, and their carers, are receiving the right support. Local Disaster Management Group Committee Chair Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said Friday 23 Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Have your say Ipswich

Council wants to hear residents’ views about whether to sell a section of Cameron Park which has been leased by a local sporting club for more than 20 years. The Swifts Sports Club has a long history with Ipswich dating back to 1919, but its current headquarters in Booval needs a significant Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago

Grand old pub ready for new life

The exciting Nicholas Street Precinct is largely about the new – cafes, fast-food stores, bars, restaurants and retail shops – but there is an old gem hidden in this newly developed area, the century-old Commonwealth Hotel. Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee Chairperson Councillor Marnie Doyle said council was excited to unveil Read more

By Rachel Vickary, ago