Horse Racing Chris’s drive for success fuels his enthusiasm TRAINING horses that remind him of the one that made him fall in love with racing, bolsters the resilience that helps Chris Anderson keep the faith. Peter Foley 20 Nov 2024
Sport 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 Champions plot comeback: Centrals out to rebuild winning rhythm CENTRALS First Grade captain Lachlan Vellacott could easily get frustrated with the recent weather and his team’s slow start to the Cricket Ipswich season. The defending one-day and two-day competition champions have yet to find their winning rhythm. 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 Award-winning Ipswich Basketball progressing major asset BOOSTED by three recent awards, Ipswich Basketball Association (IBA) officials are focused on progressing a much-needed sporting facility that will shape the city for years to come. IBA president Toni Caldwell is excited about a feasibility study... David Lems 20 Nov 2024
Sport Rosewood club mates share testing golf challenge MORE than 100 hardy golfers played through the intermittent showers and some tricky holes in challenging for latest Rosewood Open honours. Sandy Gallop member Steven Brunjes was the overall Gross and Perpetual Trophy winner with a round of 72 in the... 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 Chris’s drive for racing success fuels his enthusiasm Training horses that remind him of the one that made him fall in love with racing, bolsters the resilience that helps Chris Anderson keep the faith. Chris Anderson’s connection with racehorses is deep-rooted. It’s in his family but now even more... Peter Foley 20 Nov 2024
Horse Racing Brian wants to have more fun this time BRIAN Gentle has been there, done that – working with esteemed Sydney trainer Gai Waterhouse and John O’Shea in his Group 1 glory days. Peter Foley 20 Nov 2024
Ipswich Ipswich world-class quality showcased in elite feats WORLD tennis number one Archie Graham accepted his second City of Ipswich Senior Sportsperson of the Year award with trademark humility. The clearly surprised winner was grateful to have maintained his international reputation having first won the... David Lems 13 Nov 2024
Ipswich Top community efforts rich in Ipswich pride AN incredible period of team and individual success, backed by a strong financial commitment has earnt the Ipswich Basketball Association (IBA) a major reward. The IBA was named Sporting Organisation of the Year at the 15th annual City of Ipswich... David Lems 13 Nov 2024
Ipswich Supercars return revs up Ipswich’s economic impact AS the Gold Coast soaks up benefits from the latest Supercars round in Queensland, Ipswich can also take advantage of the return of the national series. After a five-year absence from Ipswich, the Supercars juggernaut will roll back into the city in August next year. David Lems 13 Nov 2024
Sport Amberley’s major venue in the spotlight ONE of the most important sporting facilities in the Moreton Border region is set to become even more valuable. The Ivor Marsden Memorial Park at Amberley has five fields, AFL goal posts, sightscreens, practice nets and a fully functional clubhouse... David Lems 13 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 Ipswich Vets’ extra incentive to beat rivals IPSWICH Vigoro Association president and Veterans representative captain Deanne Lawrie knows how much of a challenge Fassifern teams provide each pennants season. Ipswich and Fassifern shared last season’s Brooker-Podlich Cup series after both... David Lems 13 Nov 2024
Horse Racing James, Nicole and Jake celebrate hard-won victory WINNING a race holds various meanings for different trainers. To some it might be another one on the pile. To James Hepworth it’s vindication and cause for serious celebrations. Peter Foley 13 Nov 2024
Horse Racing Donna’s happy in charge of Mike’s horse empire DONNA Stanbridge is living her equine dream, taking charge of a private training operation and guiding horses in her care from the womb to the racetrack. Peter Foley 13 Nov 2024
Horse Racing Dolan returns to Ipswich after dream Cup win SHOCK Melbourne Cup-winning jockey Robbie Dolan showed he has class as well as a touch of Irish luck by honouring his promise to Ipswich. Peter Foley 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
