Fire forces closure to turf club grandstand and restaurant
A popular entertainment venue in Ipswich has been forced to close a grandstand and a restaurant after significant damage from a fire, which will take months to repair.
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5.45% CLIMB: Ipswich ratepayers take massive hit in new budget
Ipswich ratepayers will take a bigger hit to their back pockets than Brisbane residents after the council’s new budget revealed a rates increase higher than the national average. SEE THE DETAILS
City to administer extended crucial flood buyback program
A Queensland council revealed its extended flood recovery projects as part of its 2024-25 budget after much of its region was inundated.
56 PICTURES: Dogs Flyball State of Origin hits Ipswich
More than 20 teams full of talented dogs from Queensland, New South Wales and ACT hit the Ipswich Showgrounds for a State of Origin rivalry of their own. SEE THE PICS
Ipswich council to rip up popular riverwalk after multiple flood fails
Council has voted at its monthly meeting on Thursday to remove the boardwalk at a popular Ipswich park after repeated damage in floods since it opened 17 years ago.
Ipswich mum hosts fundraising concert after husband’s cancer diagnosis
An Ipswich mother hosted a fundraising concert with live band music, a photo booth and a raffle, raising more than $4500.
In photos: All the moments at RAAF Amberley Base Open Day
The nation’s largest RAAF base was packed with jets, vehicles and happy families during their first open day in 15 years. SEE THE GALLERY.
VIDEO: Terrifying moment before horror Ipswich motorbike fatality
Dashcam footage has emerged of what is believed to be a motorcyclist riding at extremely high speeds just moments before a fatal crash west of Brisbane earlier this week. SEE THE VIDEO
Motorcyclist dies after Warrego Hwy collision with car, caravan
A man has died a day after the motorcycle he was riding and a car towing a caravan collided on the Warrego Highway west of Brisbane.
Why local businesses are booming thanks to the Ipswich Show
Local businesses are booming, with one tripling in size, as the Ipswich Show gives retailers a spotlight as we take a look at those enjoying the fruits of the event, which started on Friday.
Reborn: Flood-damaged Ipswich park demolished, new design emerges
A popular park in Chuwar has been demolished after being wrecked in the 2022 flood, with plans to transform into a more flood-friendly design expected to be completed late this year or in 2025.
Man in serious condition after Springfield motorbike crash
A man has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after the motorbike he was riding collided with a car southwest of Brisbane this morning.
Bittersweet reason for beloved coffee shop’s sudden closure
The owner of a beloved Ipswich coffee shop has shared the bittersweet reason for the business’s sudden closure.
REVEALED: Crucial flood warning additions for Somerset, Ipswich
A local government area in the state’s southeast that was battered by flooding earlier this year, and severely impacted in 2022, is set to have its flood resilience strengthened.
282 PHOTOS: Ipswich’s Switch Nightclub mega 2017 flashback gallery
Switch Nightclub was the big thing on the social scene in Ipswich in 2017, with thousands of partygoers every weekend. We look back in time. Were you photographed? 282 PICS
‘Un-Australian, appalling’: Veterans slam courts’ Anzac Day snub
Veterans have shared their outrage over learning Queensland courts will open on Anzac Day out of ‘fairness’ to alleged criminals arrested the night before.
Three teens charged with violent beating, robbery at shopping centre
Three teens – one just 13 years old – have been charged after a 57-year-old man was allegedly violently beaten, kicked in the head, robbed and left with serious injuries at a shopping centre in Ipswich.
Teen dead, two injured in horror crash
A teenage driver is dead after a three-vehicle crashed that led to lengthy delays west of Brisbane.
REVEALED: The cutest toddler in Ipswich
The cutest toddler in Ipswich has been revealed after almost 100 adorable nominations, which included little ones showing off their cheeky smiles to cool kids with sunglasses. SEE THE WINNER
NYE Fireworks 2023: One event gone, will bad weather snuff out more?
A New Year’s Eve fireworks event, which attracted up to 30,000 people to Redcliffe’s foreshore, has been cancelled but Brisbane events and other displays are set to go ahead despite potential storms.
VOTE NOW: Ipswich’s cutest toddler
From youngsters with adorable smiles to cheeky children and special moments caught by family, see our almost 100 nominations for Ipswich’s cutest toddler. VOTE NOW
CROWNED: Ipswich’s cutest baby of 2023
After receiving over 100 nominations featuring adorable faces, infectious laughter and cheeky grins, the Ipswich community have voted for the region’s cutest baby of 2023. SEE THE WINNER.
High achievers: SEQ’s duxes, top Year 12 students of 2023 revealed
As Year 12 students across southeast Queensland begin the celebrations for finally finishing their schooling journey, we can reveal the top performing academics. See the full list and find out how they got there.
‘Grabbed my son’: Mum’s warning to parents after frantic escape from flames
An Ipswich mum has issued a warning to parents after a desperate escape from a house fire. Luckily, she managed to save her baby and pets but all her possessions were destroyed.
NAMED: Ipswich’s best hair stylists, makeup artists and formal wear suppliers
With Year 12 formalities well and truly underway across southeast Queensland, we asked you to nominate the region’s best hairstylists, make-up artists and formal wear suppliers. SEE THE WINNERS
VOTE NOW: Who is Ipswich’s best brow technician?
We know how much it takes to find a brow technician you can trust with your face’s defining feature, so now we are on a mission to crown the regions best. VOTE NOW.
REVEALED: SEQ’s most outstanding sports students of 2023
Southeast Queensland schools have revealed their top performing sportsmen and women of 2023, and the students have shared inspirational takes of their journey to success. SEE THE WINNERS
Stars in the making: SEQ’s top arts, music, dance students of 2023 revealed
With the academic year coming to a close, southeast Queensland schools have revealed their top performing students across the arts faculty, from visual to performing arts, music, dance and everything in between. We find out the stories of their success.
160+ PHOTO GALLERY: Bremer State High School bring the glamour at 2023 formal
Check out every photo from the Bremer State High School 2023 formal right here.
Bremer State High School senior formal 2023 gallery 1
Students at Bremer State High School brought their A-game for a stellar night of celebrations for their Year 12 formal. SEE THE PHOTOS
Bremer State High School senior formal 2023 gallery 2
Students at Bremer State High School brought their A-game for a stellar night of celebrations for their Year 12 formal. SEE THE PHOTOS
Snow, mega-coaster, trampolines: Ipswich play centre plans revealed
Ipswich families are in for a treat after a developer unveiled plans for an incredible new play centre featuring a mega-coaster, snow play and a night market. SEE WHAT’S COMING
REVEALED: Ipswich’s best sportspeople of 2023
An inspiring group of Ipswich’s best and highest achieving sportspeople and officials have been recognised at the 2023 Ipswich Sports Awards.
GALLERY: Stars shine at the Ipswich Sports Awards
Ipswich’s best athletes took centre stage as more than 40 teams, officials or athletes were nominated and recognised at the city’s annual sports awards. SEE ALL THE PICS
‘Help! Call police’: Bus driver’s desperate call for help via LED sign
Residents and motorists in an Ipswich suburb have been left baffled and concerned by a sinister message displayed on a public bus.
CROWNED: Ipswich’s best cake artist revealed
In our search to crown Ipswich’s best cake decorator, the result was overwhelming, and we can now announce the winner. Check out our interview with the regions best.
20-punch onslaught: Student checked for brain damage after school attack
An Ipswich school student is reportedly being investigated for brain damage after he was violently attacked by a high school peer.
Wonder women: Qld’s 100 fittest females revealed
For some, the gym is a good stress relief or just part of a routine, but for these 100 women, fitness is their life. Prepare to be amazed by our round-up of 100 of Queensland’s fittest women.
Heartbreak as iconic Ipswich cafe marks end of an era
A much-loved Ipswich cafe, taking pride of place in the Top of Town has devastated its dedicated customers after announcing its shock change.
VOTE NOW: Who is Ipswich’s best cake decorator?
From intricately detailed cupcakes to the grandest of multi-tiered wedding cakes, we are on the hunt for the region’s very best cake decorator. VOTE NOW for your favourite.
CROWNED: Ipswich’s best personal trainer revealed
We asked and you delivered and now we can officially reveal Ipswich’s best personal trainer. We sat down with them to find out all about the business. Read the interview here.
Driver charged with throwing marbles at traffic on major road
A man has been charged after allegedly throwing marbles on a busy highway west of Brisbane, smashing the windscreens of cars.
See all the smiles: Hello Kitty concert
See all the fun from Sanrio Family Classical Musical: Hello Kitty’s Symphony Concert at Chandler Theatre on Monday October 2, 2023. See the smiles!
Bomb hoaxes, bra-burning: Bizarre history of iconic Ipswich factory
We take a look at the colourful history of an iconic Ipswich factory which employed thousands of locals in its 20-year heyday. Strikes, bra burnings and bomb hoaxes, it was never dull.
100+ Photos: all the fun from Listen Out Brisbane 2023
Festival-goers embraced the chilly winds as they partied through the night at Listen Out 2023 at Brisbane Showgrounds. SEE ALL THE OUTFITS AND PHOTOS!
GALLERY | School holiday bonanza: Spring vibes and magic shows 2023
It was a school holiday bonanza in Ipswich this week with Spring Vibes in the city and a circus stunt show at Riverlink. Check out the happy snaps in our holiday gallery here:
GALLERY: School holiday bonanza- Spring vibes and magic shows 2023
It was a school holiday bonanza in Ipswich this week with Spring Vibes in the city and an epic circus stunt show at Riverlink. Check out the happy snaps in our holiday gallery here:
‘Grumpy Grandpa’s’ lead the way in bold development plan
A local not-for-profit has devised a bold new plan to use ‘grumpy grandpa’s’ to engage the community. See their proposal.
REVEALED: The SEQ boutique giving away 131 designer wedding gowns
A southeast Queensland boutique which strives to give back to the community has more than 100 wedding gowns to gift this weekend as well as $5000 designer gowns going for a fraction of that price. Find out where.
IN PICTURES: Spring Vibes in Ipswich!
Spring has sprung, and families have gathered at Nicholas Street Precinct in Ipswich for a free Spring Vibes event to take in the sun’s warmth. SEE THE SMILES!
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