Ipswich City Council is reflecting on a week of resilience and recovery following the impact of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which brought heavy rain and flooding across the region. Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully confirmed that while some areas experienced significant flooding and road closures, Goodna remained high and dry, narrowly avoiding a repeat of the 2022 floods.
“We dodged a bullet,” Cr Tully said. “The flood level at Goodna was about eight or nine metres below the 2022 flood, meaning it never reached a critical point.”
Council crews worked tirelessly to restore services, including catching up on 59,000 missed bin collections following delays caused by the severe weather. The cleanup also extended to road repairs and flood-affected properties, with assistance from Energex, the SES, and urban utilities crews.
A Community Effort
Cr Tully praised the tireless efforts of emergency services, retail workers, and community volunteers, acknowledging their role in keeping Ipswich running during the crisis. He also noted support from state and federal MPs, who are working to secure disaster recovery funding for affected residents and businesses.
Meanwhile, the severe weather overshadowed a major milestone—Ipswich’s 165th birthday. Originally established as a municipality in March 1860, the city was once a contender to become Queensland’s capital before Brisbane was ultimately chosen.
“Ipswich has a rich history, and despite everything, we should take a moment to celebrate our past and look forward to our future,” Cr Tully said.
Community Health and Fitness on the Rise
In lighter news, the city’s Active and Healthy program has expanded with the introduction of Aqua Fitness classes at Springfield Central’s Orion Lagoon. With over 8,000 residents already registered, the initiative aims to promote health, fitness, and social connection for all ages.
For more information on the Active and Healthy program, visit ipswich.qld.gov.au/active.
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