Little Tokyo Two Springfield open for business
CREATING the marketplace of the future and helping local ideas is the push behind an entrepreneur’s new venture at Springfield.
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BRINGING entrepreneurs out of the shadows and into a community will drive Springfield’s business growth, according to the founder of Little Tokyo Two.
Jock Fairweather opened the doors on Thursday to his third creative hub, this time at Springfield Central’s World Knowledge Centre.
Mr Fairweather said there were about 500 home-based entrepreneurs in the region, and that providing a platform for them to network was crucial.
“Little Tokyo Two Springfield represents the communal marketplace of the future,” he said.
“It will be a place where graphic designers sit next to web developers and web developers sit next to lawyers to get things done.”
Mr Fairweather said Springfield Land Corporation’s masterplan and vision influenced his decision to open at Springfield.
“The future of Springfield is set in stone — it wants to be the most advanced and innovative city in the world,” he said. “Places like Brisbane are fragmented, with different areas, players and egos. We will bring everyone together and create an amazing city.”
The launch event was attended by state Labor MP for Algester Leeanne Enoch, Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale and Springfield Land Corporation deputy chairman Bob Sharpless.
Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale said Little Tokyo Two would be integral to the ‘IDEA City’ precinct.
“We need to make sure businesses have the support they need,” Cr Pisasale said.
“Little Tokyo Two Springfield will help to further develop the entrepreneurial community and start-up ecosystem that is emerging in Ipswich.
“By supporting innovation we can enhance a community’s resilience and unlock opportunities that benefit the entire community. I am sure Little Tokyo Two will make a positive contribution.”
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