Ipswich is buzzing with activity these school holidays, with Mayor Teresa Harding announcing a packed program for families, major upgrades to the city’s sporting precinct, and a big win in waste management.
Children are spoiled for choice across Ipswich with immersive marine experiences in the Nicholas Street Precinct, creative claymation workshops, and ever-popular robot testing at local libraries. For the more active kids, the free Active and Healthy program offers sports like basketball, rugby league, soccer, AFL, and even wheelchair basketball.
“We want to give every child a chance to try something new,” Mayor Harding said on West Bremer Radio. “There’s something for everyone, from yoga and bushwalking to puppet shows like Bunktopia at Studio 188.”
In sporting news, Ipswich has revealed the next steps for the North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct. The city will replace old grandstands with new ones seating over 2,000, along with upgraded changerooms, a gym, broadcast areas, and food truck zones.
“This is an exciting stage,” Mayor Harding said. “We couldn’t secure funding for the $220 million stadium, but we’re moving forward with upgrades and will build as more funding becomes available.”
Meanwhile, Ipswich is tackling its long-standing odour issues with a $67 million organic waste processing contract. In partnership with Remondis Australia, the new facility will handle only garden waste—reducing emissions and odours.
In another win, Ipswich took home the inaugural JAN Guild Award at the Place Leaders Asia Pacific Awards, celebrating the transformation of the family-friendly Nicholas Street Precinct.
“Seeing people come into the city during the week and weekends shows we’re on the right track,” Harding said.
From arts and environment to sport and family fun, Ipswich is delivering for its community.
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