IPSWICH is dreaming big – and why shouldn’t we?
The city’s campaign to lure global superstar Ed Sheeran has taken a colourful leap forward with the unveiling of a striking 11.5-metre mural in the heart of town.
Painted by Brisbane artist Duncan Mattocks, the larger-than-life artwork has already captured the imagination of locals, drawing crowds eager to snap a photo with the pop sensation’s image.
It’s not just paint on a wall – it’s a bold statement that Ipswich is ready to welcome the world’s biggest acts, and it’s proof of a community that refuses to be overlooked.
Credit must go to Mayor Teresa Harding for her unrelenting determination to put Ipswich on the global stage.
From serenading crowds at the Ipswich Show to personally delivering an invitation to Sheeran’s hometown in the UK, her enthusiasm has been nothing short of infectious.
The fact that Warner Music Australia has stepped in to fund the mural speaks volumes – Ipswich’s voice is being heard loud and clear.
Whether or not Sheeran makes the detour when he returns to Brisbane in 2026, the campaign has already achieved something remarkable.
It has united the city in excitement, sparked national attention, and given Ipswich a new landmark that symbolises ambition, creativity and community pride.
And who knows – when Sheeran does touch down in Queensland, maybe he’ll find himself drawn to the city that sings his name the loudest.
Ipswich has shown it’s not afraid to think big – and why not.
That in itself is worth celebrating.
