Celebrate the birth of the Australian motorcycle with The Workshops Rail Museum’s new temporary display, The Spencer Project – featuring a rare and beautiful Spencer machine brought to life with original parts from the museum collection. Explore the extraordinary history of David (Jimmy) Spencer, an Ipswich local in the early Read more…
Plenty of fun these school holidays! Workshops Rail Museum Shoot for the stars these April school holidays! Take a ride on the Land Train, test out your rocket making abilities, discover the story of a proud Aboriginal girl named Jarli, and discover Australia’s role in the exploration of space. Rocket Read more…
Council has approved a $63,000 partnership investment for the 150th Ipswich Show in May, recognising the milestone event for an iconic regional show. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said council wanted to recognise and celebrate the Ipswich Show’s 150th birthday, with the Show Society presenting a bold and expanded plan for the 19, Read more…
Score an awesome Easter prize pack from West Bremer Radio and Articulate Framing! Some of the best competitions are the old faves, and our Easter 2023 promotion is no exception. West Bremer Radio has teamed up with the legends at Articulate Framing with a good, old-fashioned ‘Guess the number of Read more…
Recovery work on the heavily damaged Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve has reached two major milestones, with community consultation on the reserve’s future design beginning and a partial reopening planned. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said council expects the northeast corner of the reserve to reopen for public use in a limited Read more…
A new season of Rugby League is upon us. LIVE and EXCLUSIVE coverage of local sport returns to the platforms of West Bremer Radio – yourhome of Sport in Ipswich – this weekend, with the commencement of our coverage of the 2023Ipswich Jets A Grade Cup, direct from the North Read more…
“I step into the light and it’s fame ’n glory all the way for the boy who murdered ’imself ’n lived to tell the tale tonight.” Artistic Director, Timothy Wynn (Matilda Award nominee for Best Director) will helm this new production directing two of the regions most exciting up and Read more…
Entertainment entrepreneurs Wayne Cornell and Jenifer Green of G’Day Hollywood Productions, have their Back To The Tivoli variety shows defying the trends. The former lead singer of The Delltones & Multi International Award winning vocalist Jenifer Green started their Back To The Tivoli shows employ more people than any other Read more…
Residents can learn how to easily replicate expert nutritional cooking at home at a free workshop at North Ipswich Reserve hosted by ex-MasterChef contestant Georgia Barnes on Friday 31 March. Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee Chairperson Councillor Andrew Fechner said the family-orientated workshop will be a fantastic and tasty opportunity for Read more…
Ever wondered how the most romantic day of the year started? Here’s where it all began… Valentine’s Day, also called St. Valentine’s Day, holiday (February 14) when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. Given their similarities, it has been suggested that the holiday has origins in the Roman festival of Lupercalia, held Read more…
The beloved Ipswich charity event, Regina & Vicki Doig Fund Morning Tea 2023 will be hosted by Ipswich Hospital Foundation and Regina Doig’s younger sister, Vicki Doig, at Brothers League Club, 20 Wildey Street, Raceview on Saturday, March 4th this year. The Regina & Vicki Doig Fund is a charity Read more…
RampAttak is BACK! A completely new Indoor Skatepark has been built between Brisbane and Ipswich for you to get the most out of! They’ve got brand new obstacles, smooth lines and fully supervised for mum and dad’s peace of mind. The new RampAttak is awesome and owners Wayne and Karen Read more…
More than 220 lonely hearts are waiting, hoping to find true love this Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s is the perfect opportunity to profess your love; however, that love doesn’t needto be limited to fellow humans. Pets have lots of love to share every day. Animal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) hopes Cupid’s Read more…
Warning for pet owners as heatwave grips many parts of Queensland. Unless owners take the necessary precautions, pets can rapidly suffer from heat stroke andeven die on very hot days. With the heatwave gripping many parts of Queensland, bringing 30-degree temperatures to parts ofsoutheast Queensland by the weekend, Animal Welfare Read more…
IHF Gala Dinner to raise money for mental health initiatives and research Ipswich Hospital Foundation (IHF) will hold its inaugural Gala Dinner to celebrate 25 years of service at Ipswich Civic Centre on Saturday, 22 April this year. Partnership opportunities and tickets are now available to support the event and Read more…
The first season of 2023 for Ipswich Little Theatre Society is the comedy, ‘The Ladies Foursome’ directed by Di Johnston and Jane Sheppard. The storyline is set during a golf game with three women – Margot, Tate, and Connie – playing a round in honour of their friend and golfing Read more…
The Queen of Pop, the ultimate lady of the 80s, Ms Material Girl – no matter what you know her as, there’s no denying that Madonna is the ultimate performer and now, you can catch her tribute show right here in the Swich this September. From Vogue and Like a Read more…
If you’ve ever heard (or used!) a cheesy pick up line, then we want to hear it! Your best or worst pick up line could score you and your Valentine a romantic dinner for two at Fourthchild Cafe and Restaurant on 14 February! Head to our website at http://www.westbremerradio.com.au and Read more…
Heavy machinery and specialist crews have begun demolishing homes at Goodna which were among the first settled through the joint Commonwealth and State government $741 million Resilient Homes Fund. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the six properties on Enid Street, Mill Street and Cox Crescent were among the first identified Read more…
Ipswich has Comic Talent Studio 188 4th of February, 10.00 – 17.00pm We know that Ipswich Has Comic Talent. So we roped in the pros to help us unearth it. Join comic facilitator Anthony Lamond (who has produced shows and shared the stage with the likes of Jimeoin, Arj Barker Read more…
Sunday Session: Michael Brinkworth | Clare Cowley | Cameron Milford Banshees Bar and Art space Sunday 29th of January – Door opens 4pm – 5pm start Come on down to Michael Brinkworth’s exclusive full-band show in Ipswich at Banshees to end off his first run of gigs in Australia in Read more…
Celebrating everything from Australia Day to R&B sounds and multicultural flavours, Ipswich Show Society’s Twilight Market series has something for everyone and is an awesome night out for the whole family! 4pm – 9pm Saturday 28 January Ipswich ShowgroundsJoin us for our Aussie Arvo to celebrate Australia and being Read more…
Council’s Community Immunisation Clinics will start again in February 2023. The first clinic will open on Wednesday February 1, from 9am to 11am, at the South Ripley Providence Community Hub. Community, Culture, Arts and Sports Committee Chairperson Councillor Andrew Fechner said vaccines played an important role in public health. “Immunisations Read more…
Six inspirational recipients have been announced as winners in the 2023 Ipswich Australia Day Awards with Eastern Heights resident Donna Cavanagh named the 2023 Ipswich Citizen of the Year. Ms Cavanagh and other award finalists and winners were honoured on Thursday, 19 January, at the 2023 Ipswich Australia Day Awards. Read more…
Little Spy Workshops Riverlink Shopping Centre 16th – 22nd of January 10.00 – 14.00 Free Little Spy Workshops are coming to Riverlink these school holidays! Participate in daily interactive spy games, a laser maze and more from 10am – 2pm daily. It’s the perfect school holiday activity for little spies Read more…
Great Australian Bites provides an opportunity to come together on Australia Day and enjoy a day of food, live music and free family entertainment. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the event is a great chance to celebrate Australia’s past, present and future way of life in one of the most Read more…
West Bremer Radio – Ipswich’s Live and Local online radio station – is excited to announce a revamp of its Saturday Morning sports programming for 2023. “Sports Clubhouse” will be commencing on Saturday, January 21. Zak Caban returns to the microphone, covering all things sport, with an expanded, weekly three-hour Read more…
When it comes to community spirit, it’s hard to beat Ipswich locals. From helping out in emergencies such as flooding or bushfires, to caring for the homeless, creating hampers for families facing domestic violence and so much more, this year’s Ipswich Australia Day Awards finalists are a well-deserving bunch! Here’s Read more…
Opening of new lanes and important night works are planned for early in the new year as the city’s largest road upgrade project approaches several key construction milestones. Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee Chair Mayor Teresa Harding said scheduled works on the upgrades to Springfield Parkway and Springfield Greenbank Arterial Read more…
There are plenty of ways to pass the summer holidays across Ipswich. These fun and exciting activities are happening in Ipswich to help keep you and your family entertained over the holiday period. Get out on the water Ipswich has some great spots to do some fishing, kayaking or boating. Burton’s Read more…