Queensland moves to toughen parole laws for life prisoners
Proposed Queensland parole reforms would extend restrictions now reserved for multiple murderers…
Don’t wait until it’s just too late
Naomi Ferstera is pursuing genetic testing after losing her mother to Alzheimer’s and is urging greater focus on prevention.
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Teen-led cafe bringing fresh new morning energy to central Ipswich
Arethusa College students are running Bean There in central Ipswich, gaining hospitality…
Ipswich says: stay awhile!
Ipswich draws two million visitors and $1 billion in outside spending, but…
Local Community
Top destination wedding options without having to travel too far
From Grandchester to Kalbar and the Scenic Rim, five country venues offer…
NDIS reforms reignite human rights debate
Major NDIS reforms have renewed debate over human rights, funding changes and…
Queensland couples rewriting traditional wedding rulebook
Couples are keeping the traditions they value while embracing weekday ceremonies, personal…
Art just clicked for this creative couple
Tom and Lyn Mason have built creative lives across painting, photography and…
The changing language of autism and disability – what’s in a name?
Australian research suggests preferences vary between “autistic person” and “person with autism”,…
Diverse local medical care remains at the heart of growing communities
Medical practices across Ipswich’s western fringe and the Lockyer Valley are helping…
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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
Gift card warning as criminals target our supermarket shelves
Criminals are tampering with gift cards on supermarket shelves, prompting advice to…
Call for extra assistance to aid struggling seniors
A proposed Pensioner Concession Card Plus would provide extra discounts or assistance…
Lifestyle
Research links gardens to lower diabetes risk
New research suggests people who garden regularly may have a lower risk…
The repayment trap
Small weekly repayments can disguise the full price of purchases, including interest,…
Chinese-built cars now leading
Chinese-built vehicles have outsold Japanese-made cars for a seventh straight month as…
Join in the celebration of our city’s iconic fauna and flora emblems
Ipswich’s Plunkett mallee and brush-tailed rock wallaby have served as the city’s…
Ipswich’s natural treasures go on the holiday list of things to do
Families are being encouraged to explore Harding’s Paddock and Purga Nature Reserve…
Wild adventure coming soon to Ipswich Central
Nicholas Street Precinct will host wildlife encounters, live shows and family activities…
Pho real: It’s Newtown Vietnamese Takeaway
Newtown Vietnamese Takeaway impresses with fresh flavours, value and the neighbourhood character…
Presentation Night rewards big efforts
Players, coaches, officials and volunteers gathered for the 2026 Rugby League Ipswich…
Undefeated Bellbird Park girls crowned Karyn Murphy Cup champs
Bellbird Park State Secondary College won the Karyn Murphy Cup 20-14, completing…
Golden Chase contenders fire at Parklands as final looms
Four winners booked places in the Group 3 Golden Chase final at…
Lions now just one win away from immortality
Brisbane will face Fremantle in the Grand Final after a nine-point preliminary…