Rugby League

Wise message for Ipswich Jets taking a break

THE Ipswich Jets have received some timely advice heading into the Christmas break. After weeks of intensive training in at times testing conditions, the state league players have been told to maintain their fitness while enjoying time with their...

David Lems

18 Dec 2024

Sport

Wish lists to take Ipswich sport forward

PROGRESSING a major stadium, building on strong Jets recruiting, lighting up Baxter Oval and more community engagement are among what leading Ipswich sport administrators have on their 2025 wish lists. Ipswich Basketball Association (IBA) president...

David Lems

11 Dec 2024

Sport

‘Alliance’ to help tradition rich Swifts and Bulldogs

RUGBY League Ipswich (RLI) chairman David Nugent has welcomed a new partnership between the Swifts and West End clubs, designed to bolster junior numbers and strengthen senior footy. Officials from the tradition-rich Swifts and West End clubs have...

David Lems

11 Dec 2024

City Life

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.

David Lems

11 Dec 2024

Sport

Good mates focus on Norths rugby league revival

NORTHS have launched their Rugby League Ipswich (RLI) senior pre-season with strong club coaching partnerships and high hopes of rebuilding premiership success. Good mates Josh Roberts and Chris Scanlan return to the A-Grade role, leading a coaching...

David Lems

04 Dec 2024

Sport

Multiple skills showcased in Ipswich touch finals

MULTI-talented Cobras Green player Brock Taylor wasn’t surprised to see participants from different sports battling for Ipswich Touch grand final honours. The recent final teams included a number of elite rugby league players, netballers, hockey...

David Lems

27 Nov 2024

Sport

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...

David Lems

27 Nov 2024

Sport

Roosters ‘rebuild’ footy club with new leader

AFTER an “extraordinary” few weeks, new Rosewood Roosters Rugby League Club president Jasmine Hassett is eager to build a platform for future success. Jasmine has taken over the leadership role from long-serving official Shane Brandley after an...

David Lems

27 Nov 2024

Sport

Finchie, Isi, Shane unite in new-look Bombers approach

NEW Fassifern Bombers A-Grade coach Wayne “Finchie” Finch is eager to launch pre-season training this week, reuniting with another rugby league warrior. Finchie is part of a new-look senior coaching team with experienced clubman Shane Gillett...

David Lems

20 Nov 2024

Sport

Bombers secure one of best coaches from Swifts

THE Fassifern Bombers have completed a major coup, securing the services of master coach Wayne Finch for the 2025 Rugby League Ipswich season. Finch has accepted the head coaching role, taking over from former Bombers mentor Luke Pollock who is off...

David Lems

20 Nov 2024

Sport

Winning Ipswich school’s ongoing player care

AFTER Ipswich State High School (ISHS) ’s most successful rugby league year, one respected leader is already planning how to best look after his players moving into 2025. Director of Rugby League Josh Bretherton is proud of how his ISHS Academy...

David Lems

20 Nov 2024

Sport

Jets on rise with pre-season boost

THE Ipswich Jets started pre-season training this week searching for a new captain, backed by impressive recruiting and with revitalized state league prospects for 2025. Head coach Tye Ingebrigtsen had every reason to feel upbeat launching his first...

David Lems

13 Nov 2024

Sport

Coaching stability: Brothers out to improve on rare feat

BROTHERS face a mighty challenge in 2025 replicating this year’s Rugby League Ipswich grand final grand slam achievement. Winning the A, Reserve and C-Grade men’s deciders on the same afternoon was a remarkable feat. However, Brothers are aiming...

David Lems

06 Nov 2024

Sport

C Grade vital to building club strength

BROTHERS C-Grade co-coach Jordan Oldfield knows the importance of lower division teams in maintaining club strength and unity. From past seasons where the C-Grade division often attracted older or more social players, recent competitions have featured younger and faster footballers.

David Lems

06 Nov 2024

Sport

Ronnie’s richly deserved reward after ‘amazing job’

IN an auditorium with people recognizing a national feat, one elated spectator said quietly smiling and full of pride. However, NRL Hall of Fame recipient Veronica “Ronnie” White didn’t expect to receive a medallion honouring her outstanding contribution.

David Lems

16 Oct 2024

Sport

‘Exceptional’ Shalom plots exciting future

SHE’S the Ipswich schoolgirls sensation destined to play for the Brisbane Broncos and in more Queensland Reds games in the near future. She also possesses the football qualities required to represent national teams in rugby league and rugby union...

David Lems

09 Oct 2024

Sport

Great photos: Samoan teams celebrate at Ipswich carnival

HUNDREDS of players from regions around Queensland and overseas showcased their talents at the fourth annual Rugby League Samoa Queensland carnival at the Redbank Plains Recreational Reserve. The impressive array of skill was enjoyed by supportive...

David Lems

09 Oct 2024

Ipswich

‘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...

David Lems

09 Oct 2024

Sport

Ipswich teacher’s amazing sporting lesson

INSPIRATIONAL sporting all-rounder Nikki Cox has a motto that continues driving her to historic feats. The Ipswich State High School (ISHS) teacher, utility player, coach and trainer uses sport to get in the zone and achieve multiple successes...

David Lems

02 Oct 2024