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QR celebrates 160 years since grand opening

QUEENSLAND Rail was born from the turmoil of one of the most contentious Bills ever debated by government.

Blake’s back with dreadlocks to share Jets milestone

HAVING played for the Ipswich Jets during the successful Walker brothers era, Blake Lenehan appreciated a positive home environment. Lenehan, 26, is back with the Jets as the progressive Ipswich club unveiled its 10th anniversary jersey in tribute...

Rosewood clubs share precious sporting history

Opinion AS Rosewood rugby league and soccer officials gear up for 2025 seasons, it’s timely to see the region’s sporting history being celebrated. Rosewood Bowls Club members and supporters recently shared in a 70th anniversary “Cobbers...

103 year-old Edie’s visit caps 70th anniversary celebration

ROSEWOOD Bowls Club members, officials and supporters celebrated their 70th anniversary “party’’ with a special visitor. Life member Edie Bambling, who turns 104 in August, was all smiles mixing with friends and helping cut the cake marking...

Rosewood ‘Cobbers’ welcome 70th year boost

AFTER a tough 2024 trying to attract members, loyal Rosewood Bowls Club (RBC) supporters are hoping for an early boost to the new year. Past and present members are preparing to celebrate the club’s official opening, 70 years ago, on February 8...

Ipswich couple hooked on 60 year double celebration

KEEN Ipswich fishing couple Phil and Heather Scott are celebrating two 60 year milestones in a matter of days next month. The Federal Amateur Fishing Club (FAFC) officials are preparing for a February 22 celebration at Rosewood Bowls Club reliving...

Steve’s wonderful hockey legacy as admired leader

VALE: Steven Joseph (Beau) Profke 21.10.77 to 29.12.2024 STEVE Profke’s sudden passing aged 46 rocked the Ipswich hockey community and left everyone who shared his wonderful qualities in disbelief. The loyal Norths Hockey Club achiever was...

Harry’s 100 year celebration of remarkable life

HIGHLY regarded Ipswich rugby league player Harry Griffiths was as modest as ever preparing to turn 100 on Sunday. After an exceptional life on the footy field and serving in the air force, Harry was happy to avoid the fuss approaching a major milestone.

Sixty-year midweek tennis milestone celebrated

LONG-serving Ladies Midweek Tennis Association supporter Coral Dutney typifies the Ipswich group’s motto that has served the players incredibly well for six decades. Wise former player and secretary Del Rawlings once said: “We do not stop...

Historic Ipswich sporting successes to cherish

IT was the year Ipswich celebrated sporting success at the Paris Olympics, watched a proud club win a rugby league ‘grand slam’ and created netball history. Ipswich achievers continued to impress in a range of sports on the world stage. Ipswich...

Book launch for greatest of murder mysteries

ROSEWOOD crime writer Caroline Stevenson has spent the past 17 years getting to the bottom of two infamous crimes and says she has uncovered startling new revelations.

$5m ‘breakthrough’ for much-needed Ipswich track

AS a former sprinter, respected coach and long-serving club president, Vic Pascoe knows the value of having a synthetic track in Ipswich. Pascoe has been campaigning for a new tartan surface for more than 20 years, along with other regional...

‘Unique gift’ becomes ‘incredible’ for Ipswich school

BEING a Keys to the City recipient for the first time was “unique”. Having a second Ipswich State High School [ISHS] team also receive the elite honour was “incredible”. That’s how proud ISHS Director of Rugby League Josh Bretherton summed...

Historic shield revamped for Rosewood juniors

ROSEWOOD Bowls Club champion Karen Kington thought her sport was for “old people” when she was encouraged to try it as a late starter. Years later, the former club vice-president was delighted to see a group of juniors discovering the benefits...

School buzzing: Ipswich girls conquer elite national feat

AS Ipswich State High School’s latest national champions celebrated with medals around their necks, the reaction was something to cherish. ISHS Open team coach Alex Nicholson said sharing in the National Schoolgirls Cup rugby league victory was...

Elite spirit: Extra reward for Jets netball champions, coach

THE history-making Ipswich Jets netballers celebrated their latest awards with a massive announcement. Grand final-winning mentor Paula Stuart has been appointed assistant coach of the Queensland Firebirds national league team. “It’s so...

Titans boost for Ipswich Jets as awards celebrated

GOLD Coast Titans recruits Joe Stimson and Aaron Schoupp became the first current NRL players to claim the major Ipswich Jets rugby league honour. Stimson and Schoupp shared the prestigious Allan Langer Best and Fairest award previously won multiple...

Ipswich basketball’s new shot of knowledge

POSITIVE psychology assistance for players, coaches and parents, years of teaching experience, and exciting development support. Two Ipswich Basketball Association (IBA) management committee newcomers add a diverse range of skills to the sport, with...

Elite challenges: Ipswich duo displays Olympic qualities

WHILE pool prodigy Mollie O’Callaghan extended her international reputation with three gold medals at the Olympics, another Ipswich swimmer was building a successful career for the future. Ipswich born and bred Ella Ramsay was also learning to...