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- Planes, Trains and Autos Festival Returns to Goodna as Council Upgrades Roll Out
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 […] - Ipswich West MP Backs 20th NRL Licence Push as Rosewood Early Learning Centre Secures $9 Million
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 […] - Ipswich Little Theatre Puts Fresh Twist on Hamlet with ‘Ophelia Chooses’
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 […] - Ipswich Honours Anzac Spirit as Thousands Join City March
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 […] - Bundamba MP Backs Anzac Day Services, Eagle Street Bridge Push and Tartan Track for Ipswich
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 […] - Michael Jackson Biopic Hits Big Screen as Limelight Cinemas Prepares for Major Release
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 […] - Booval Fair Backs Community Art and New Business as Ipswich Creative Scene Grows
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 […] - Ipswich Prepares for Major Anzac Day Commemorations as 3,000 Join City March
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 […] - Action Thriller ‘Fuse’ and Horror Reboot ‘The Mummy’ Lead New Releases at Limelight CinemasMoviegoers 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 […]
- New Kalbar Gallery Opens to Give Regional Artists a Fresh Exhibition Space
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 […] - Officeworks Hub, Green Energy Progress and Jets Win Mark Busy Week for Ipswich
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 […] - Rosewood Station Staffing Cuts Spark Safety Concerns in Ipswich WestIpswich 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 […]
- Charis Mullen Raises Alarm Over Train Station Cuts, Rail Delays and Ipswich’s Olympic Snub
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 […] - Australian Musical ‘The Deb’ and Romantic Comedy ‘You, Me and Tuscany’ Arrive at Limelight CinemasLimelight 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 […]
- Ipswich Creative Allan Saunderson Launches Debut Novel ‘Snakes Turn Left’
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 […] - Ipswich Secures Veterans Grant as Soldiers Memorial Hall Repairs Move AheadIpswich 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 […]
- Ipswich Easter School Holiday Fun Expands with Aqua Classes, Kids Activities and Park Upgrades
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 […] - Super Mario, Easter Egg Hunts and School Holiday Hits Arrive at Limelight CinemasLimelight 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, […]
- Art Fight Returns to Ipswich as Artists Battle Live in Creative Showdown
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 […] - Bluey and Bingo Return as Ipswich Unveils Packed Easter School Holiday ProgramIpswich 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 […]