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Rural pocket named Ipswich’s safest suburb as Redbank Plains tops crime list
Police data shows Mutdapilly recorded just two offences, making it Ipswich’s safest suburb as crime clusters in urban areas.
Norma celebrates 104 years filled with love
Marburg resident Norma Freiberg has celebrated her 104th birthday, marking a lifetime of family, faith and Ipswich history.
Ipswich fuels State’s small business surge
QLD's small business sector has passed 500,000 enterprises, with Ipswich leading growth through local jobs, support and economic strength.
Local heroes in the running for prestigious Australia Day Awards
Fifteen residents and community groups are finalists for the 2026 Ipswich Australia Day Awards, celebrating service and leadership.
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Early learning shake-up delivers 3 Day Guarantee
Families across Blair will gain three days of subsidised early learning under the Government’s childcare guarantee.
Game on in Division 1 after green light given for dugout projects
Ipswich City Council approves new dugouts at Redbank Plains Recreation Reserve, boosting comfort and facilities for teams.
Native cod makes historic return through Bremer River fishway
First native cod sighting at the Bremer River fishway near Ipswich signals success of long-term Mary River cod restoration efforts.
Ipswich to receive 13 new supported homes
Thirteen purpose-built homes with wraparound support will help young Ipswich mothers and children avoid homelessness.
Open for business: Red tape cut to boost state’s housing supply
Queensland has simplified foreign surcharge relief rules to attract investment, speed construction and increase housing supply
Market pause ends as competition ramps up
January may feel quiet, but buyer demand remains strong as sellers prepare listings and activity lifts early in the new…
Ipswich Jets sign Tyran Ott for 2026 season
Experienced hooker Tyran Ott joins the Ipswich Jets for 2026, adding depth at dummy-half ahead of the Host Plus Cup…
Golden Sands Final set to light up Q2
Top greyhounds clash in the $150,000 Group One Golden Sands Final after explosive heats at Q2 Parklands, with Miss Envy…
Why older Australians are losing trust online
A new report shows older Australians face rising scams, AI deception and declining trust in online news and information.
Beware heartless scammers who target vulnerable seniors
ACMA warns Australians about fake Hot Doc messages claiming Medicare refunds that steal banking details from vulnerable users.
Kick off 2026 with comfort food classics at Brothers Leagues Club
Brothers Leagues Club Ipswich launches January Meals of the Month, featuring Southern Fried Chicken, hot honey burger and dessert.
Sun-safe upgrades roll on as students enjoy summer break
More than $30 million in sun-safe upgrades are underway at 80 Queensland state schools during the summer holiday break.
Entertainment
Network 10 reshapes its news line-up
Network 10 drops Afternoon News, expands late-night and weekend bulletins, and confirms major schedule changes for 2026.
Disability News
From support to empowerment: New era of disability assistance
Australia’s disability support system is evolving under the NDIS, shifting to personalised, inclusive care that empowers choice.
Entrepreneur launches new Pilates studio
Local founder Georgie Thomas opens Pilates Depot in Yamanto, offering flexible, affordable reformer Pilates with self-serve kiosks.
Setting exciting course for city’s vibrant arts
Ipswich City Council adopts a 10-year arts and culture strategy guiding investment, celebrating creativity and supporting the city’s growth.
Council backs Ipswich Show with three-year commitment
Ipswich City Council has confirmed a $90,000, three-year sponsorship to support the Ipswich Show from 2026 to 2028.
Sun-safe upgrades roll on as students enjoy summer break
More than $30 million in sun-safe upgrades are underway at 80 Queensland state schools during the summer holiday break.
Standout ATAR results for IGGS Class of 2025
Ipswich Girls’ and Junior Grammar Schools celebrate a median ATAR of 90.675, with NAPLAN success and 2027 scholarships available.
Money lessons from 2025
Reflect on key financial lessons from 2025 that can help Aussie households build confidence, stress less and move into 2026…
Storms bring happy relief to our gardens
Discover how meaningful rain boosts plant growth with natural nitrogen, improves soil health, aids weeding, and smart garden care.
Toyota offloads people-mover market to luxurious Lexus LM
Toyota says it won’t re-enter Australia’s people-mover market, citing low demand and a shift toward luxury models like Lexus LM.
UniSQ project to strengthen resilience in aged care sector
UniSQ-led CARE-R Project improves wellbeing, resilience and health support for aged-care workers across regional Queensland.
Columns
Police providing the gift of safety
Queensland Police remind residents that violence is never acceptable, while new officers are deployed to support safety in Ipswich.
A world where travel benefits communities and environment
Discover how responsible travel enhances your holiday while supporting communities, culture and the environment.
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Health Hub’s Best Medicine
Ipswich welcomes Q Kampus HelloDR Blackstone, a new integrated medical hub offering urgent, primary and specialist care for local families.