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Call for environment bosses to meet public

Call for environment bosses to meet public Ms Bourne described the issue as a serious environmental and public health concern, saying community frustration is at boiling point as Environmental Enforcement Orders appear to have done little to change operations.

SARA red flags Karrabin battery industry site

THE State Assessment and Referral Agency (SARA) has raised significant safety and traffic concerns over the proposed Karrabin Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), warning the development could put the Karrabin Rosewood Road railway level crossing at risk.

Battle for survival as habitat disappears

A THAGOONA resident has warned that a proposed housing development is already threatening local koala populations, even before construction has begun.

Ipswich set to become region’s industrial hub

IPSWICH is emerging as South East Queensland’s top spot for industrial development, with more future industrial land than Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Moreton Bay combined.

Council roundup: school to stay in community hands

THE former Tallegalla School site will remain in community hands, with council rejecting earlier advice to return it to the State Government.

Developer seeks multi-million-dollar refund

THE developer behind Ripley’s Hayfield estate is seeking a multimillion-dollar refund from Ipswich City Council as part of a push to scale back planned road upgrades while still adding an extra lot.

Good reads a-plenty in Cornwell’s ‘The Last Kingdom’

IN AN interview following the release of the third novel in what was then the Saxon Stories, the author was asked how many books he planned for the series?

Federal Politics

5% deposit scheme for Blair home buyers

FIRST home buyers in Blair will soon be able to buy a home with just a 5 per cent deposit from today.

Mural unveiled as Sheeran campaign ramps up

IPSWICH has turned up the volume on its campaign to lure Ed Sheeran to the city, with a giant mural of the pop superstar now splashed across a wall in the heart of town.

Project under scrutiny over roads, flooding, wildlife

A 155-hectare residential project at Thagoona is under intense scrutiny after Ipswich City Council identified serious flood and environmental concerns.

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Action Group unveils community native garden

A NEW native garden was unveiled at the weekend at the Ipswich Grand Plaza. Created through the efforts of volunteers from the Ipswich Climate Action Group,

Mural unveiled as Sheeran campaign ramps up

IPSWICH has turned up the volume on its campaign to lure Ed Sheeran to the city, with a giant mural of the pop superstar now splashed across a wall in the heart of town.

Turning salon skills into show-stopping creations

PUPILS gave a dazzling display at the Ipswich State High School’s annual Hair and Beauty Showcase last week.

150th anniversary fete delivers capacity crowd

WHEN the Rosewood State Primary School students moved from their temporary classroom to a purpose built school house in 1875, it was a quiet affair – the community welcomed the change but there was no time for celebrations.

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G’day, Ed – mayor’s UK trip to persuade star to visit

IPSWICH has made its pitch for an Ed Sheeran show, with Mayor Teresa Harding personally delivering an invitation on her recent trip to the UK.

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Calls for Trumpy Bridge safety start paying off

AFTER years of community concern and council lobbying, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has confirmed it will begin investigation works at the David Trumpy Bridge in North Ipswich this month.

LNP says expansion will tackle city ramping crisis

IPSWICH Hospital’s overstretched emergency department is set for relief, with a $9.6 million expansion of its Transit Care Centre to double capacity.

Council: short-term road fix not cost-efficient

IPSWICH City Council will not fast-track the upgrade of the Redbank Plains Road and Greenwood Village Road intersection, opting instead to deliver improvements in line with the broader Stage 4 upgrade of Redbank Plains Road.

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MP stays away as Trades Hall fundraiser tops $100k

MORE than $100,000 has been raised to repair the roof of Ipswich’s Trades Hall, after a packed fundraiser dinner united union members, community leaders and political figures in support of the historic workers’ hub.

Questions raised over Madsen caravan

DIVISION 1 Councillor Jacob Madsen is under scrutiny over a caravan sited for about 18 months at his property.

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Seniors Insight - Heart health, mental well-being – dogs get a good wrap

DO DOGS make great companions for retirees? There’s lots of research to prove they do or they can if there’s a good match with their owner.

Seniors Insight - WiFi to shared streaming log-ins – how secure are your passwords

LOOKING at how travelers stay connected during their holidays, a cyber security expert reviews how security can slip through the cracks.

Ipswich set to become region’s industrial hub

IPSWICH is emerging as South East Queensland’s top spot for industrial development, with more future industrial land than Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Moreton Bay combined.

Ipswich Tribune

Call for environment bosses to meet public

Call for environment bosses to meet public Ms Bourne described the issue as a serious environmental and public health concern, saying community frustration is at boiling point as Environmental Enforcement Orders appear to have done little to change operations.

SPORT

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Ipswich Jet Ollie’s quality recognised in QRL honours

IPSWICH Jets co-captain Blake Lenehan was delighted to see consistent teammate Ollie Pascoe add two more prestigious honours to his growing collection. Just days after winning the Allan Langer Best and Fairest and Walters’ Family Players’ Player...

Ipswich Hornets’ hat-trick sets up home final quest

IPSWICH Hornets captain Harry Wood is delighted with his team’s unbeaten start to the Queensland Premier Grade one-day competition. The Hornets sealed a hat-trick of victories, accounting for Sandgate-Redcliffe by eight wickets at Baxter Oval...

Ipswich hockey quartet’s international reward

FOUR Australian Country hockey representatives with strong Ipswich ties will showcase their skill, fitness and team spirit when they represent their country for the first time. Long-time Division 1 Hancock Brothers teammates Kelly McNamara and Abby...

Redbacks make First-Grade cricket return with renewed bite

AFTER winning three Second Grade grand final titles in a row, the South East Redbacks have returned to Cricket Ipswich’s First Division Community Competition. Club president and coach Brad Hines is thrilled to see the Redbacks preparing for the 2025-26 season opener against Northsiders on Saturday.

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Seniors Insight - Seniors invited to have the time of their lives

SENIORS Month events in Ipswich begin today (Wednesday) with an expo in the Ipswich Showgrounds featuring information stalls, workshops and local entertainment.

Seniors Insight - Spoilt for choice on great Australian train journeys

MY FIRST memory of travelling by train was when our school teacher and assorted parents boarded our class on the last train out of Boonah, bound for Ipswich.

Good reads a-plenty in Cornwell’s ‘The Last Kingdom’

IN AN interview following the release of the third novel in what was then the Saxon Stories, the author was asked how many books he planned for the series?

Spielberg praises the frenzy: One Battle After Another stuns Hollywood

HOLLYWOOD is no stranger to epic tales of rebellion, redemption, and revenge, but few films arrive with the kind of thunderous anticipation surrounding One Battle After Another.

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