News
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Celebrate ‘real’ news
This week we celebrate World News Day – a day to celebrate journalism, and the fact-based, verified information it produces. It’s also a good day…
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Anu’s battle with the big C
Ripley resident Anu Sharma has opened up, speaking candidly about her battle with breast cancer. Not only a survivor, Anu’s new lease on life is…
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Five eating disorders explained, if not understood
Here is a summary of the five eating disorders commonly seen in young people and strategies for talking about eating disorders in a supportive way.…
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Horses keep Brett happy
Brett Baker knew how much he mattered to his horses when a broken leg kept him away from his stables – and they stopped eating.…
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The Lions win, loving our rivers and kids on holidays
Fun filled holidays It has been fantastic to see locals and visitors make the most of the free and low-cost activities on offer throughout Ipswich.…
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Firies warning of fire danger point to ignition risks
Two fires sparked by a grinder and a slasher on consecutive days prompted a SEQ volunteer firefighter to urge residents to rethink jobs that could…
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Hilton project slips to 2029
The Hilton Garden Inn, a seven storey 160-room hotel set to mark the next chapter of accommodation in the Ipswich CBD has faced its first…
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Killing, death
Murder charge, Fernvale Police have charged a 45-year-old woman following the death of a 50-year-old man in Fernvale last Sunday. About 5:55pm, emergency services were…
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RAAF Amberley chemistry
Pharmacists are not typically the first profession associated with military health, yet their contribution is critical and their opportunities extend far beyond the traditional pharmacy…
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Sport
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Brigginshaw still a legend in defeat
An emotional Ali Brigginshaw was unable to capture a fairytale finish in the Broncos’ 30–6 loss in the NRLW grand final against the Sydney Roosters.…
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Laidley Mulgowie first div welcomes its young guns
New Laidley Mulgowie Cricket Club first division skipper Jared Adamski is ready to lead a new group of players as his side begins its premiership…
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Force is with our U14 reps
This week, the Ipswich Force under-14 boys are taking on some of the best junior sides in the country at the Basketball Australia Under-14 Club…
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Coaching’s underdog story – Fagan calls time on remarkable career
Three-time premiership coach Chris Fagan today called time on his career as head coach of the Brisbane Lions at their headquarters in Springfield, admitting he…
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Lions celebrate three-peat with free tickets for Ipswich locals and trophies on display at BHA
The Brisbane Lions’ three-peat will be celebrated at Brighton Homes Arena this Saturday with the three premiership cups available for photos, as well as local…
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Ippy left unsure on Games
Minister for Sport and Racing and Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Tim Mander, has responded to questions about key Olympic infrastructure in the…
Entertainment
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Hadestown – musician on screen
From the West End to the Big Screen: Hadestown Brings the Musical Magic to Cinema There is something wonderfully theatrical about sitting in a darkened…
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Verity: when a story’s writing you
There are books you read, and then there are books that crawl under your skin, make themselves comfortable and refuse to leave. Colleen Hoover’s Verity…
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Jordan’s Airbnb movie premieres
Jordan Peace, an Ipswich based-filmmaker has made his debut on the big screen, with the premiere of his western short film, A Fool’s Tycoon, filmed…
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Boonah Arts Festival Finale ‘26
On Saturday the 5th September Boonah held the Ritchies Boonah Arts Festival Finale. The festival is a weeklong arts festival all about promoting the cultural…
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Brad Pitt & Odin on the NZ beast
Heart of the Beast is about to bring one very good boy to the big screen (no, we’re not talking about Brad Pitt here), and…
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Panic! – Glen treads the boards
160 YEARS – A STROLL IN THE PARK As part of the Ipswich Galvanised Festival 2026 the Ipswich City Council and Ipswich Little Theatre have…
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Community grants available
Local community groups in Ipswich, the Somerset Region and Karana Downs will benefit from $150,000 in grant funding from the Australian Government’s Stronger Communities Program.…
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Supercars: ‘pay or lose it’
Supercars’ return to Queensland Raceway in 2027 is hanging on a tether, with a decision set to be handed down within the coming weeks. But…
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Police Remembrance Day
Police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty were remembered in Ipswich on Tuesday, with dozens of police officers joining the…
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Speed fear at intersection
Somerset Regional Council is calling for immediate action to address serious safety concerns at the Millar Road intersection – the Brisbane Valley Highway connection to…
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Media policy divides ICC
An amended Ipswich City Council policy that will allow councillors to draft and distribute their personal media statements was passed at the ordinary council meeting…
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Swich Up get the gang together for ‘Frozen’
Swich Up Productions is inviting performers to audition for their upcoming production of Frozen – The Broadway Musical, taking to the stage at the Ipswich…
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New level dunnies
After years of campaigning for better facilities at its home ground, Rosewood United Soccer Club has welcomed a proposed upgrade of Caledonian Park at Thagoona.…
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Fishing club
The club’s winter saltwater competitions provided a mixed bag of fish species. The Jacobs Well/Jumpinpin trips bring anticipation and excitement, as you never know what…
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Watching the birdie in the early days at Whitehead’s
How many Ipswich residents, when they were growing up, had their photo taken at Whiteheads Studios as a baby/young child? The ‘old world’ studios with…
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Spring parade in Laidley
The 2026 Laidley Spring Festival street parade brought colour, creativity and community spirit to Patrick Street on Saturday morning. Featuring a range of community groups…