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- Bundamba MP Calls for Centenary Highway Action as Providence Town Centre Opens
Bundamba MP Lance McCallum is calling for urgent action on the Centenary Highway as growth continues across South Ripley, Springfield and the wider Ipswich region. The call comes as the new $65 million Providence Town Centre officially opens in South Ripley, bringing more than 8,000 square metres of retail space […] - Star Wars Fever Hits Limelight Cinemas With Midnight Screenings and Collectable Merch
Star Wars fans are preparing for a huge week at Limelight Cinemas with the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, accompanied by exclusive collectable popcorn merchandise and special midnight screenings. Cinema staff say excitement around the latest Star Wars release has been building rapidly, with many fans binge-watching the Disney+ […] - Ipswich Show Art Winners Celebrated as Local Author Prepares Chasing Our Past Talk
Ipswich’s creative community is celebrating another successful Ipswich Show, with first-time entrant Rebecca Oliver taking out champion of the fine art section. Oliver also won the still life section, placed second in portraiture and sold her winning work, marking a standout result in her first Ipswich Show appearance. Young artist […] - Top Gun, Shrek and Guy Ritchie Action Hit the Big Screen at Limelight Cinemas
Limelight Cinemas is celebrating a major run of anniversary screenings, with Top Gun, Top Gun: Maverick and Shrek returning to the big screen. Cinema spokesperson Lex said the 40th anniversary of Top Gun is being marked with a special screening on Top Gun Day, May 13, followed by Top Gun: […] - Ipswich Spinners and Weavers to Showcase Traditional Fibre Skills at Ipswich Show
The Ipswich Spinners, Weavers and Fibre Artisans will bring more than four decades of local craft tradition to this year’s Ipswich Show. The group will have a display and stall inside the exhibition building, where visitors can see handmade items including shawls, scarves, cardigans and other fibre works created by […] - Ipswich Artist Willow Turns Author with Futuristic Fantasy Novel
Ipswich creative Willow has released a new fantasy novel, adding another string to the bow of the local artist and Arts Connect member. The book, titled Elision, is the first in a planned three-part series called Opera Tales. Willow said the story has been about four years in the making […] - Rotary Fundraiser, Church Support and Aqua Fitness Growth Highlight Ipswich Community Spirit
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding has praised the strength of local community groups, volunteers and service organisations after a busy long weekend and a series of events showcasing the generosity of Ipswich residents. Cr Harding said one of the standout examples was the work of the Greater Springfield Rotary Club, which […] - 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 IpswichIpswich 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 […]