Vandalised memorial will stand proud again
Ipswich Council will remove, repair and rededicate the vandalised Ebbw Vale memorial…
New push to scrap dual-councillor divisions
Ipswich City Council backs a State Government review of a return to…
New grandstand starts to take shape as Jets build case for NRL lift-off
Construction begins on a $40 million North Ipswich Reserve upgrade, including a 2199-seat western grandstand due in 2027.
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Hospital Watch grows from sisters’ heartache
Rosemary Wanless and Brooke Watson launch Queensland Hospital Watch after their mother’s…
Rebel breaks through for first Group victory
Malawi Rebel wins the Group 3 Golden Chase Final at Q2 Parklands,…
Local Community
Staying stronger for longer means protein matters more as we age
Research suggests older adults need enough high-quality protein to support muscle, strength…
JobSeeker recipients struggling to cope
ACOSS research finds most people on working-age income support are cutting food…
‘Life setbacks don’t define one’s ability’
Artist Lynette Oliver reflects on a lifelong love of colour, persistence and…
Navy stretches its reach across Indo-Pacific with key partners
Royal Australian Navy warships train across the Indo-Pacific with regional partners and…
ADF doubles Reserve commitment as Defence builds strong back-up
Defence personnel leaving permanent service will remain in the contingent Reserve longer…
Mayor accuses councillors of using PR team for own political interests
Ipswich councillors vote 6-2 to let members seek council communications staff help…
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Christmas jobs up for grabs as businesses prepare for festive rush
Employers are recruiting seasonal staff early so new workers can be trained…
Real Estate
National definition aiming to clarify what is ‘affordable housing’
A national definition aims to clarify affordable housing and help measure whether…
Brookwater values soar as prime sites hit market
Six remaining Brookwater golf-front homesites have been released, with flagship blocks priced…
Seniors
Are you being too careful with your super?
Aware Super modelling suggests some retirees could spend more in early retirement…
Call for extra assistance to aid struggling seniors
A proposed Pensioner Concession Card Plus would provide extra discounts or assistance…
Lifestyle
The powerful role of community gardens
Community gardens can stretch household budgets, reduce isolation and bring neighbours of…
12 weeks to Christmas (don’t tell your credit card)
Sloan Wilkins explains how setting a Christmas target and saving each payday…
More than a meal at Club Parkview
Club Parkview gives more than $150,000 each year to local charities, community…
No-prep drag wars add intrigue for both competitors and fans
A new Queensland Raceway event blends drag and roll racing influences, testing…
Ella Hooper laughs at ‘overnight success’
Killing Heidi’s Ella Hooper reflects on nearly three decades in music as…
Laidley Spring Festival comes to life with 22,000 excited visitors
More than 22,000 people enjoy three days of markets, food and community…
Mexican hunt takes a South American twist
The search for Ipswich’s best Mexican food lands at North Ipswich restaurant…
Brisbane awards Fagan the Keys to the City
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan receives the Keys to the City after…
Dolphins claim Cup with brave victory
Redcliffe Dolphins beat Sunshine Coast Falcons 28-18 to secure the Hostplus Cup…
Refusal to surrender in Lions’ three-peat
Brisbane overturns a late Fremantle lead to win a third straight AFL…
THOUSANDS SHOW PRIDE IN CHAMPIONS
About 3500 Lions fans pack Riverstage to welcome home the club’s premiership…