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 Read more
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 Read more
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 Read more
Ipswich 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 Read more
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 Read more
Ipswich 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 Read more
Ipswich’s growing economy and community infrastructure were in focus this week, as Mayor Teresa Harding highlighted new international trade opportunities, park upgrades and addressed concerns over rising land valuations. Speaking during a regular council update, the Mayor confirmed Ipswich recently hosted Queensland trade and investment commissioners from regions including India, Read more
Ipswich’s strong community spirit has been on full display, with local fundraisers, grassroots businesses and volunteers making a significant impact across the region. Division 4 Councillor David Martin said the past few weeks had highlighted the generosity and resilience of the local community, even amid ongoing cost of living pressures. Read more
Ipswich is set to kick up its heels this week as the city hosts a free family-friendly pre-party ahead of Australia’s biggest country music festival, CMC Rocks QLD. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the official CMC Rocks pre-party will take place at Tulmur Place on Thursday, March 19 from 4pm Read more
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding has highlighted a busy period for the city, celebrating major community events, cultural initiatives and new digital access to historic council records. Fun Run Raises Funds and Community Spirit The mayor recently took part in the Chicks in Pink Fun Run at Springfield, a five-kilometre event Read more
Rugby league fans are expected to flock to Goodna this weekend as the suburb hosts some of the biggest matches in its history, including a statewide clash between the Ipswich Jets and Townsville Blackhawks. Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully said the games mark a significant moment for the local sporting Read more
Ipswich motorists will soon benefit from new smart parking meters, as the city celebrates its 166th birthday and prepares for continued growth. Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic said the existing paper-based parking meters have reached the end of their lifespan and will be replaced with modern “pay-by-plate” technology. New Smart Parking Read more
Ipswich City Council’s Division 1 councillor Pye Augustine has celebrated a week of major community milestones, including a large citizenship ceremony, school leadership events and initiatives supporting local businesses. Nearly 300 New Citizens Welcomed Almost 300 residents officially became Australian citizens at a ceremony this week, marking a significant moment Read more
Ipswich has received global attention, environmental wins and a major architecture accolade, as Mayor Teresa Harding outlined key city developments in her latest council update. Global Exposure Boosts Civic Pride Mayor Harding said a recent high-profile celebrity (Ed Sheeran) visit had delivered an estimated $3 million in global exposure for Read more
Environmental conservation, park upgrades and improved road infrastructure are among the key priorities for Ipswich’s Division 4, according to Councillor Jim Madden. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Cr Madden encouraged residents to get involved in the council’s Bushcare program, a volunteer-led initiative focused on protecting and restoring local reserves and Read more
Ipswich has removed more than 41,000 invasive cane toads in a major community-led environmental initiative, with Mayor Teresa Harding describing the result as a “phenomenal effort” for local wildlife. Speaking during her weekly update on West Bremer Radio, the Mayor revealed that the city’s first Cane Toad Challenge, held from Read more
Ipswich is set for a major accommodation boost, with Hilton and Ipswich Hotel Group Pty Ltd confirming plans to deliver a 160-room Hilton Garden Inn in the city centre. The seven-storey hotel will be built on vacant council-owned land on Ellenborough Street, adjacent to the award-winning Nicholas Street Precinct, under Read more
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding has outlined a series of major community, environmental and tourism initiatives during her weekly update on West Bremer Radio. Speaking on Tuesday morning, Mayor Harding confirmed that Ipswich City Council is preparing to open a new 83-hectare bushland reserve on Paynes Road at Ebbw Vale, providing Read more
Ipswich City Council’s largest-ever road project is entering its final stage in Springfield, with major works continuing on the Springfield–Greenbank Arterial duplication, according to Deputy Mayor and Division 2 Councillor Nicole Jonic. Speaking on West Breme Radio, Cr Jonic said the final section of the project, between Panorama Drive and Read more
Ipswich City Council has reached a major milestone, officially surpassing 270,000 residents as the city continues to record rapid population growth. Mayor Teresa Harding confirmed the new figure during a weekly radio update, revealing Ipswich’s population stood at 270,624 as of January 1 this year. “That’s nearly 10,000 more people Read more
Ipswich City Council has adopted a new Significant Contracting Plan (SCP) for the Springfield Parkway Duplication Stage 2, securing the next phase of one of the largest road projects in the city’s history. Finance and Governance Committee Chairperson and Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully said the council’s 2025–26 Annual Budget Read more
Ipswich City Council has kicked off 2026 with major projects aimed at supporting families, improving infrastructure and enhancing the city’s natural attractions, according to Division 1 Councillor Jacob Madsen. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Cr Madsen said the new year had begun at a fast pace, with council focused on Read more
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding says the city has entered 2026 on a positive note, following a busy Australia Day period, record-breaking Christmas celebrations and strong community participation in council programs. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Mayor Harding said 285 new citizens were officially welcomed to Ipswich on Australia Day during Read more
The Ipswich RSL Sub Branch has issued a heartfelt call to the community, seeking urgent support to help restore the historic Soldiers Memorial Hall, which is facing major structural concerns. The floor inside the much-loved hall is sinking and requires immediate repair, with an estimated funding shortfall of around $250,000. Read more
Ipswich’s community spirit was on full display as the city’s outstanding contributors were recognised at the 2026 Ipswich Australia Day Awards, announced this week by Mayor Teresa Harding. Mayor Harding congratulated the award recipients, praising their dedication and impact across sport, community service, culture and youth leadership. “Each of these Read more
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding has returned to the mayoral desk after a short break, resuming council business with a focus on governance reform, Australia Day celebrations and major infrastructure milestones across the city. Last week, Mayor Harding appeared at Queensland Parliament House as a witness at a parliamentary hearing examining Read more
A popular Australia Day tradition is set to return in Ipswich, with residents invited to cool off for free at all council-owned swimming pools on Monday 26 January. Ipswich City Council has confirmed that free entry will be available from 10am to 4pm at its swim centres, giving families and Read more
Ipswich City Council has kicked off 2026 with a series of major infrastructure and community investment announcements, as Division 1 Councillor Pye Augustine stepped in for the mayor during the first council update of the year. One of the key highlights is the Purga School Road bridge upgrade, which has Read more
A major upgrade is planned for the Paperbark Flats Picnic Area in Redbank Plains, with Ipswich City Council unveiling a concept design aimed at transforming the popular site for the thousands of visitors who enjoy it each month. Ipswich City Council Environment and Sustainability Chairperson Councillor Jim Madden said the Read more
Division 1 has wrapped up 2025 on a high, with a string of major achievements across the arts, sport, and festive community events, Councillor Pye Augustine told West Bremer Radio during her final council update for the year. Ipswich’s creative talent stole the spotlight at the Queensland Regional Arts Awards, Read more