Olympics

Best umpire from Ipswich eager to help next generation

INTERNATIONAL Umpire of the Year Steve Rogers is confident his latest accolade won’t change him as a person. If anything, the Ipswich born and bred official hopes it helps him mentor more people as he continues fulfilling his growing roles in...

David Lems

20 Nov 2024

Sport

Fantastic photos: pride in Olympic homecoming

CONFIDENT, relaxed and at home sharing in Ipswich’s sporting pride. Australia’s most successful Paris Olympian Mollie O’Callaghan was a magnet of attention at the City of Ipswich Olympic and Paralympic Community Celebration. However, you would...

David Lems

16 Oct 2024

Sport

Rising Ipswich swimmer still eager after Olympic ordeal

IF rapidly emerging Ipswich swimmer Ella Ramsay ever questioned belonging in world-class competition, that was quickly shattered at the recent Paris Olympics. But it wasn’t only Ramsay’s self-belief that lifted her to the next level in France...

David Lems

09 Oct 2024

Sport

Ipswich Olympic umpire’s gold medal advice

FRESH from an Olympics opportunity of a lifetime, Ipswich achiever Steve Rogers offered some wise words to younger hockey umpires with higher level dreams. “Take on all the advice from everybody,” Rogers, 45, said, having just returned from the...

David Lems

11 Sep 2024

Sport

Dedicated umpire Steve’s fit for Olympic milestone

PARIS-bound Ipswich hockey umpire Steve Rogers will complete a trifecta of international achievements when he officiates in France later this month. “It’s been a bit of a wild three years actually,” Rogers said, adding the Olympics to his...

David Lems

10 Jul 2024

Sport

Ipswich achiever Ella achieves Olympic dream like her dad

ELATED Ipswich swimmer Ella Ramsay has followed in the footsteps of her supportive dad Heath, booking a place on the Australian team for next month’s Olympics. Ella, who turns 20 before heading to Paris, came second in Monday night’s 200m...

David Lems

12 Jun 2024

Sport

Elite Ipswich trio preparing to achieve Paris dreams

ELLA, Mollie and Poppy – an exceptional swimming trio about to propel Ipswich into the international spotlight. After a massive week of intense competition, the star performers are preparing to represent Australia at next month’s Olympics and...

David Lems

19 Jun 2024

Sport

Proud Ella’s personal best Olympic mindset

PARIS Olympics-bound Ipswich swimmer Ella Ramsay was unsure how to respond when asked how her latest success changed her life. After a brief pause, she highlighted the down-to-earth sportswoman she is. “I’m still the same person, still the same...

David Lems

26 Jun 2024

Sport

Paulo’s powerful message to Ipswich students

SUPREMELY fit Ipswich-bred boxer Paulo Aokuso received a massive boost before winning his latest historic fight at Booval. The sporting all-rounder spent more than an hour encouraged by additional support from his family and students at St Peter...

David Lems

27 Mar 2024

Sport

Ipswich’s leading achievers share in elite rewards

IPSWICH Coach of the Year Nicholas Such highlighted the satisfaction of accepting an international challenge and succeeding. Such took on a leadership role with the Australian men’s and women’s teams that competed in the inaugural Wheelchair...

David Lems

08 Nov 2023

Sport

Major awards: Ipswich’s best sportspeople inspire others

IPSWICH’S latest Senior Sportsperson of the Year Isabella ‘Bella’ Parisi threw her arms in the air with delight before celebrating with many hugs. It was inspiring to see at the annual Ipswich Sports Awards. Bella, 23, has dealt with severe...

David Lems

08 Nov 2023

Sport

Inspirational sport star Bella rides through fears

IPSWICH Senior Sportsperson of the Year Isabella ‘Bella’ Parisi was grateful for her family and her ponies on their farm at Calvert. However, it was Bella’s inspirational efforts that guests at the latest Ipswich Sports Award function...

David Lems

08 Nov 2023

Sport

Ipswich hockey umpire’s midnight Olympics surprise

IPSWICH’S international hockey umpire Steve Rogers couldn’t go back to sleep after a midnight message that changed his life. Rogers, 44, was informed by text that he will be Australia’s only male umpire at next year’s Olympic Games in Paris...

David Lems

20 Sep 2023

Ipswich Tribune

Ipswich’s ‘field of dreams’ finally kicks on

AFTER years of “frustration”, Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann is confident the proposed “state-of-the-art” North Ipswich Reserve upgrade has been given a massive kick-start. That comes after $20 million in Federal Government funding...

David Lems

09 Nov 2022

Ipswich Tribune

Olympic legacy ‘road map’ for Ipswich needs quick fix

OPINION IPSWICH City Council deserves support for instigating a summit to explore the benefits and provide lasting legacies from the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics. Being so close to the Olympic juggernaut, Ipswich must make the most of the...

David Lems

19 Oct 2022