Council Jonic speaks out on ‘unconscionable’ culture in council IN A dramatic stance, Councillor Nicole Jonic has resigned from four council committees citing issues with Council’s leadership. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
State Politics Cleanaway fined for contamination TROUBLE-hit waste company Cleanaway was slugged with a $32,500 fine on Monday when it fronted Ipswich Magistrate’s Court for breaking licence conditions. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
State Politics Urgent funding needed for struggling bus service A LEADING public transport campaigner wants the state to provide vital funding for what he says is Ipswich’s outdated, ailing bus network. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Council Committee powers changes challenged MAYOR Teresa Harding has been challenged over her intentions in taking responsibilities away from the city’s Economic and Industry Development Committee. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Music A time for new beginnings The sophisticated indie-pop of local musician Clea has earnt her Song of the Year at the Queensland Music Awards. BRIAN BENNION spoke with Clea about her second album and her move to the country. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Ipswich Teens charged over alleged stabbing A PIZZA delivery driver remains recovering in hospital after being allegedly ambushed and stabbed by four teenagers on a quiet Bellbird Park street during the weekend. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Screen Desserts no recipe for Gav’s success GAV Turner – Blackstone’s very own Great Australian Bake Off hopeful – admits his untimely exit from the show was down to his desserts not living up to expectations. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Opinion EDITORIAL: No answers on tough questions We now have two councillors brave enough to speak out and let the public know about the failings of the Harding Administration. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Development Plan dodges need to notify public PROPOSALS to subdivide one lot into 16 on a 0.77ha corner block at Bundamba have been submitted to Council. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Council ICC distances itself from Harding post IPSWICH City Council has distanced itself from Mayor Teresa Harding’s official Facebook page following comments attacking media reports as “Fake News”. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
City Life Broke charity evicted from its home AN INDIGENOUS advocacy group that fed hundreds of hungry mouths every month has been forced out of its Blackstone headquarters after falling into arrears with its rent. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Ipswich Teens charged over alleged stabbing A PIZZA delivery driver remains recovering in hospital after being allegedly ambushed and stabbed by four teenagers on a quiet Bellbird Park street during the weekend. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Development Plan dodges need to notify public PROPOSALS to subdivide one lot into 16 on a 0.77ha corner block at Bundamba have been submitted to Council. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Development Retail giants set for business hub SCORES of jobs will be created when the nation’s leading power tool and automotive giants make Ebbw Vale their new home in coming months. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
City Life Loved Ipswich man farewelled A BELOVED Ipswich character was farewelled last Friday when family and friends filled the Greek Orthodox Church of St George in South Brisbane for his funeral. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Business Surveillance skills honed at airbase RAAF Base Amberley personnel tested their skills in counter-intelligence and surveillance, recently. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Council Councillors push for Bell Street upgrade IPSWICH Councillors have put forward a motion escalating Bell Street as a locally significant project to pressure the State Government into action. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Council ICC distances itself from Harding post IPSWICH City Council has distanced itself from Mayor Teresa Harding’s official Facebook page following comments attacking media reports as “Fake News”. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Council Committee powers changes challenged MAYOR Teresa Harding has been challenged over her intentions in taking responsibilities away from the city’s Economic and Industry Development Committee. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Council Jonic speaks out on ‘unconscionable’ culture in council IN A dramatic stance, Councillor Nicole Jonic has resigned from four council committees citing issues with Council’s leadership. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
State Politics Urgent funding needed for struggling bus service A LEADING public transport campaigner wants the state to provide vital funding for what he says is Ipswich’s outdated, ailing bus network. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
State Politics Silent vigil for Deebing Creek EXTINCTION Rebellion stopped traffic in the heart of Ipswich last week, mounting a protest at the top of d’Arcy Doyle Place against the clearing of land at Deebing Creek. Brian Bennion 12 Jul 2023
Business Surveillance skills honed at airbase RAAF Base Amberley personnel tested their skills in counter-intelligence and surveillance, recently. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Defence Ipswich big winner with $1b military deal IPSWICH is at the centre of one of the largest defence deals ever for Australia, with the inking of a $1 billion contract, with scores of military vehicles to be built at the Redbank Rheinmetall facility. Rob Mellett 12 Jul 2023
Business Amberley personnel join Antarctic mission IT’S called Operation Southern Discovery and it involves Australian Defence Force personnel delivering vital supplies for the Australian Antarctic Program. Rob Mellett 12 Jul 2023
Development Country charm lives on through restoration project THE country appeal of the Rosewood Hotel lives on through new owners Luke and Lynnette Chalmers. Elizabeth Kington 05 Jul 2023
Sport Proud ‘Ippy girl’ excels in US College basketball AS she lives her sporting dream in the United States, Charlotte Hegvold has some precious encouragement for other ambitious young Ipswich basketballers. “My advice is to take every opportunity that you are given at school,” the former Ipswich... David Lems 19 Jul 2023
Sport Adam’s boost in bid for shot at football finals IN his second stint with Western Pride, team-minded Adam Sawyer wants to stay out of injury trouble. At his best, Sawyer is one of the most accomplished players in the Football Queensland Premier League 1 competition. However, every time he regains... David Lems 19 Jul 2023
Sport Battered Brothers to rebuild for finals BROTHERS are still eyeing a top two spot for the Rugby League Ipswich A-Grade finals after losing a bruising battle 30-10 to in-form challengers Fassifern. Head coach Josh Leisemann was keeping faith in his squad which has some key players to return... David Lems 19 Jul 2023
Sport ‘Resilient’ Jets shooting for grand final glory THE Jets head into the Sapphire Series netball grand final full of confidence after accounting for Gold Coast Titans 56-34 in the major semi-final. Securing a spot in the July 30 title decider at Nissan Arena was a just reward for the minor... David Lems 19 Jul 2023
Music A time for new beginnings The sophisticated indie-pop of local musician Clea has earnt her Song of the Year at the Queensland Music Awards. BRIAN BENNION spoke with Clea about her second album and her move to the country. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Screen Desserts no recipe for Gav’s success GAV Turner – Blackstone’s very own Great Australian Bake Off hopeful – admits his untimely exit from the show was down to his desserts not living up to expectations. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Screen Bluey success reaches new heights AUSTRALIA’S love for the Brisbane-based cartoon series Bluey has reached new heights with the latest 10 episodes gaining the highest total audience achieved by any series to air in the country. Staff Writers 19 Jul 2023
Screen New show turns up the heat ALL eyes will turn once again this Saturday to an exciting new streaming show being filmed from the heart of Ipswich. Rob Mellett 19 Jul 2023
Opinion EDITORIAL: No answers on tough questions We now have two councillors brave enough to speak out and let the public know about the failings of the Harding Administration. Brian Bennion 19 Jul 2023
Opinion LETTERS: Support for real news RE your editorial “No place for Trump politics”, Ipswich Tribune, July 12, P8; we the people are glad and grateful for the Ipswich Tribune’s honest, raw and real hard-hitting reporting. Guest Writer 19 Jul 2023
Opinion EDITORIAL: No place for Trump-style politics THERE is no place for Trump-style politics in Ipswich. Brian Bennion 12 Jul 2023
Opinion LETTERS: Involve the community THE single most important point to be included in the final Ipswich town plan is the meaningful involvement of local communities. Guest Writer 12 Jul 2023
Community The Beauty of Life - Purpose Built for Underground Living MERRILYN brought in a protesting Blind Snake she had accidentally dug up unharmed in the veggie patch, an 18 centimetre worm-like slip of pink life Aub Podlich 12 Jul 2023
Opinion EDITORIAL: Developing a reputation DAVID Harris makes a good point in today’s Letters to the Editor section on this page. When the community is called on to provide feedback it comes with an expectation that that feedback will be considered and possibly acted on. Brian Bennion 05 Jul 2023