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 Read more
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 Read more
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 Read more
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 Read more
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 Read more
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 Read more
Booval Fair Shopping Centre is gearing up for a packed calendar of events, with a major public art project, expanded community programs and the return of local arts awards set to energise Ipswich’s cultural scene. Centre management revealed a range of initiatives during a recent community update, highlighting April as Read more
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Prism Awards – Ipswich Region Creative Arts Awards, marking an exciting new chapter for one of the region’s fastest-growing celebrations of local creativity. Formerly known as the Get Your Arts In Gear Awards, the newly rebranded Prism Awards will continue to recognise and Read more
The Boonah Playmakers are preparing to bring a classic comedy to local audiences with their upcoming production of Blithe Spirit by renowned playwright Noël Coward. The production will be staged at the Boonah Cultural Centre for two performances only, with a Friday night show and a Saturday matinee scheduled for Read more
The historic Ipswich Old Courthouse is being promoted as an important cultural venue for local arts groups, with community leaders encouraging more residents to make use of the heritage space. Speaking on a local arts program, Dorothy from the Old Courthouse Ipswich Cultural Association (OCHICA) said the building continues to Read more
A new community garden initiative and expanded arts opportunities are set to be highlights of this year’s Ipswich Show, with organisers calling on residents to get involved through plant swaps, sculpture displays and fine arts entries. Speaking on a local arts program, Ipswich Plant Swap representative Kirsty O’Brien outlined plans Read more
Ipswich’s arts and creative community will come together next month for the annual Creative Summit, offering networking opportunities, workshops and keynote speakers aimed at supporting both emerging and established artists. The event, scheduled for 7 March across the Ipswich Civic Centre and Ipswich Community Gallery, is organised with input from Read more
Ipswich’s vibrant arts scene is in full swing, with emerging artist Kathryn Neilsen celebrating the success of her first solo exhibition while a packed calendar of creative events unfolds across the city. Speaking on the Get Your Arts Into Gear podcast, Neilsen said her debut solo show, Object Landscape, opened Read more
Ipswich’s creative community has received a major boost with the opening of a new multi-purpose arts hub in Limestone Street, offering gallery space, studios and workshops for local artists. The new Limestone Gallery and Studios was officially promoted on West Bremer Radio’s Get Your Arts Into Gear program, where founder Read more
Ipswich’s creative community has launched into 2026 with renewed energy, new projects and major events on the horizon, following the return of the “Get Your Arts and Gear” podcast and fresh announcements from local arts leaders. Broadcast from the temporarily closed Arts Connect Community Gallery at Booval Fair Shopping Centre, Read more
The Get Your Arts Into Gear podcast wrapped up its final episode for 2025 with an energetic celebration of local creativity, heartfelt personal stories, and a preview of the long-awaited Off The Wall exhibition opening this weekend. Hosts DJ Sparky and Glenn Smith were joined by artist Erin and musician Read more
The Get Your Arts Into Gear podcast returned with an upbeat episode this week as hosts DJ Sparky and Glenn Smith highlighted a string of events honouring local artists, celebrating community achievements, and supporting those in need across Ipswich. The episode opened with a nod to Disability Awareness Month, featuring Read more
Rising Ipswich filmmaker Jessica Cross is celebrating a remarkable string of achievements, taking home three major film awards—all before officially finishing high school. The 18-year-old joined DJ Sparky and Glenn Smith on the Get Your Arts Into Gear program this week to reflect on a whirlwind year that has seen Read more
Ipswich arts veteran Arthur Frame — a name synonymous with theatre, culture and community — has released his long-awaited memoir The Arts Juggler, celebrating a remarkable six-decade career that helped shape Queensland’s arts landscape. Frame joined DJ Sparky and Glenn Smith on the Get Your Arts Into Gear program this Read more
The region’s vibrant arts community is gearing up for one of its biggest celebrations of the year, with the nominees for the 2025 Get Your Arts Into Gear Awards officially unveiled. Local artists across visual art, performance, literature and community engagement are being recognised for their outstanding achievements over the Read more
Booval Fair is turning pink, green, and festive this season, with Wicked giveaways, Christmas parades, and special events for families — including the centre’s first-ever pet photos with Santa. Centre Manager Carissa and Marketing Manager Rachel joined DJ Sparky and Glenn Smith on Get Your Arts Into Gear on West Read more
Ipswich artists and performers came together this week to mark both Remembrance Day and a major weekend for the city’s creative scene, with exhibitions, fashion parades, and award celebrations lighting up the calendar. At the Artsconnect Gallery in Booval Fair, a special Remembrance Day display has been unveiled featuring artworks Read more
Ipswich’s creative community is coming together this week for the U3A Exhibition at the Ipswich Community Gallery, celebrating local photography — with a musical twist. Launching this Thursday at the Ipswich Community Gallery in D’Arcy Doyle Place, the exhibition showcases the diverse work of local artists from the U3A Photography Read more
Ipswich author and illustrator Lawrey Goodrick is sparking imaginations with his latest creation, Half Life — a unique eco-fiction tale exploring environmental awareness, emotional resilience, and the hidden life of everyday objects. Speaking on Get Your Arts Into Gear at the Arts Connect Community Gallery in Booval Fair, Goodrick shared Read more
Ipswich residents are being encouraged to get hands-on with sustainability this weekend at the Ipswich Sustainability Weekend, hosted by the Ipswich Climate Action Group. The free, family-friendly event will take place at Tulmur Place from 9am to 1pm on Saturday, featuring a packed program of eco workshops, stalls, and entertainment Read more
An inspiring new art exhibition is encouraging the Ipswich community to “speak for the river” and raise awareness about the health of the Bremer River. Hosted at the Ipswich Community Gallery at Arttime in Booval Fair, the exhibition — titled Speaking for the River — is a collaboration between Arts Read more
The Ipswich Orpheus Chorale is teaming up once again with celebrated performers Mel and Meg, also known as the Queens of Song, for their new production Lights, Camera, Sing. The show will be staged at the George Hogg Auditorium on Chum Street, Ipswich, on October 18 and 19. A celebration Read more
Ipswich-based artist and entrepreneur Hue is making her mark on the local arts scene, combining her background in photography with a growing passion for mixed media art. Speaking on West Bremer Radio’s Getting Your Arts Into Gear, Hue reflected on her creative journey, which began during the pandemic. “I’ve always Read more
Marburg is preparing for a weekend of sweet treats and artistic flair as the Great Marburg Bake Off and Let Them Art Cake exhibition return this Saturday. Now in its fifth year, the Bake Off has grown from a simple cake competition into a community celebration, complete with live judging, Read more
The creativity of Ipswich Grammar School’s young artists will take centre stage this month with the launch of Studio 162, the school’s annual art exhibition. Running from September 10 to 16 in the Teachers’ Common Room, A Block, the exhibition will feature more than 400 works from students across all Read more