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David Lems is the vetaran sports reporter for the Queensland Times in Ipswich. He has been with the QT since 1984 and covered a wide range of major sporting events, including the 2000 Sydney Olympics and the Melbourne Commonwealth Games in 2006.

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Ipswich

Time for a Dingoes hunt and to catch Marlins in Ipswich

Having seen what the fast-paced standard is like, Western Power coach Aaron Moore knows his team can challenge all sides as the BPL fires up in Ipswich. See the latest mission.

Ipswich

Ipswich talent overcomes ‘struggles’ to earn Raiders contract

Ipswich student Mason Pintegne signed a Canberra Raiders contract after making a conscious decision to apply himself. The rising star shares how he made the grade.

Ipswich

Final lessons for Ipswich teams to keep kicking ahead

The hoped for double celebration will have to wait at least another year after both Ipswich State High’s teams were bundled out of the semi-finals. See what was needed to make grand finals.

Ipswich

Ipswich clubs leading charge for netball grand final glory

The long-time representative player expects an enthralling day of grand finals after clubs had to rise above recent Covid challenges. See why Saturday provides a positive finish.

Ipswich

Covid challenge delivers unexpected bonus for local clubs

With finals being played this weekend, rugby league officials have extra reasons to be pleased with the positive signs after battling through the impacts of Covid.

Ipswich

The 2021 Swifts A-Grade rugby league team playing against Goodna in the Round 6 clash at Goodna. Picture: Bruce Clayton

Footy’s excitement machine facing biggest final threat

Swifts are a powerhouse team with ball in hand, averaging close to 40 points a game while conceding only 18. See how they measure up against their major rival.

Ipswich

Jets inspired by ‘shopping list’ of past achievements

“I love the Jets and the thing that makes this special is that I know Lander, I played with him.’’ See why Ipswich player thrilled about milestone.

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WATCH THE REPLAYS: Walters Cup semi finals

Palm Beach Currumbin were too good for Wavell while Keebra Park defeated Ipswich in the Walters Cup semi-finals on Wednesday. WATCH THE REPLAYS

Ipswich

WATCH THE REPLAYS: Langer Reserves semi finals

Marsden defeated Keebra Park while Wavell were too good for Ipswich in the Langer Reserves semi-finals. WATCH THE REPLAYS!

Ipswich

Captain driven off field as bone-breaking injury fails to clip Eagles’ wings

Goodna Eagles might have lost their captain to a nasty injury in the Chairman’s Cup Reserve Grade elimination final, but the drama did not dampen their determination.

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