Bluey, blooms and country charm as Laidley Spring Festival returns
Laidley Spring Festival returns this September with Bluey, live music, classic cars,…
Track fight escalates as Ripley takes lead
Ripley has emerged as the frontrunner for Ipswich’s synthetic athletics track after a controversial extraordinary council meeting.
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Blended from 163 countries to one community
Sudanese-born Ipswich artist Kagi shares how creativity helped her rediscover belonging and…
Cost-of-living crisis fuels homelessness surge as emergency looms
Ipswich homelessness services call for urgent action as rising rents, housing shortages…
Local Community
Six-year countdown begins as city eyes lasting Olympic legacy
Ipswich leaders outline plans to maximise Brisbane 2032 opportunities through major sport,…
Lifesaving assistance dog Nina’s critical role
Ipswich woman Dani Stevens shares how assistance dog Nina warns of seizures…
It’s time to roll up your sleeves as blood bank dries up at critical time
Ipswich residents are urged to donate blood as winter illness leaves Queensland…
Strong artistic streak fuels ongoing creation
Ipswich artist Glen Smith celebrates a life in the arts, community leadership…
Ipswich Art Awards now open for entries
Ipswich Art Awards returns in November with an $18,000 prize pool, showcasing…
Outrage that disabled workers can legally earn just $3.31 an hour
Grattan Institute calls for disability employment reform, fairer wages and stronger pathways…
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Springfield’s best in business get recognition in Chamber Awards
Finalists are announced for the 2026 Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Business…
Real Estate
More apprentices finishing the job, but trade shortage still biting
Trade apprenticeship completions are rising, but HIA warns Australia needs 83,000 more…
Tax changes sparking rental supply concern
Property tax reforms have sparked debate over investor activity, housing supply and…
Seniors
Blood test simplifies Alzheimer’s diagnosis
A newly approved blood test could cut Alzheimer’s diagnosis times from months…
More retirees signing up for relaxed Grey Nomad lifestyle
More Australian retirees are embracing the grey nomad lifestyle, using caravans to…
Lifestyle
The comeback matters more than the setback
Learn how small, consistent money habits can help you move beyond past…
Nostalgia gardening continues to bloom
Nostalgia gardening is bringing old-fashioned flowers, familiar scents and homegrown produce back…
Jamboree steps up with huge three-day Willowbank Show
The 2026 Jamboree delivered three days of record-breaking sport compact racing, show…
Gogglebox heads to Sunday nights in Channel 10 shake-up
Gogglebox Australia returns August 23, moving to Sunday nights on Channel 10…
Spring brings annual promise of abundance
Plan your spring vegetable garden with smart planting times, better soil, irrigation…
Ashton Circus returns to Ipswich with family magic under Big Top
Ashton Circus returns to Ipswich from August 21-30 with aerial acts, comedy,…
Community devours opportunity to vote
Best of Ipswich celebrates 15 weeks of local favourites, community support and…
Brigginshaw’s big ban opens door for rising star
Georgia Bartlett is backed to step up at five-eighth as Brisbane Broncos…
Favourites show class with finals beckoning
Queensland's leading sprinters and stayers book their National Finals spots after impressive…
Brave Force go down fighting in finals series
Ipswich Force's NBL1 North title dream ends as Gold Coast Rollers seal…
Siblings take charge on the football field
Three siblings make a rare football first, officiating the same under-14 match…