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Olympian inspires Bremer State High students

PATRICK Johnson was nearly impossible to catch on the track. But during his recent visit to Ipswich, a group of high school students were quick to catch every word of the former Olympic sprinter’s captivating story. Students from the Ipswich...

Consistent Addison a versatile achiever

ENJOYING a well-deserved break from athletics, busy Ipswich sporting allrounder Addison Hayne is already tackling new sporting pursuits. Addison has started playing Aussie rules with the Ipswich Eagles along with netball at school and with Western...

Rising Ipswich athletic stars gain extra inspiration from Gout Gout

AS regional athletic achievers Gout Gout and Jude Thomas prepare for more world-standard events, the Ipswich and District Athletic Club (IDAC) continues to nurture future stars. An IDAC team of 42 athletes won nine gold, seven silver and six bronze...

Council spearheads push for city Tartan track

DIVISION 3 Councillor Marnie Doyle last week led the charge for Ipswich Council to develop plans for a new synthetic athletics track in the city.

Vital family roles help Rosewood club tackle hurdles

AS a busy Thagoona mum, Abbey Bird knows what it’s like to run around fulfilling multiple duties. However, she makes time to help the Rosewood Branch Little Athletics where her sons Arthur and Spencer regularly train and compete. “It’s great...

Ipswich athletic club’s incredible medal rush

LATEST Queensland champion Hudson Severinsen typifies the commitment to training and ambitious goals of the Ipswich and District Athletic Club (IDAC)’s leading performers. Hudson, 12, won three gold and a silver medal at the recent Queensland...

Ipswich’s record-breaking multi-class athletes impress

THE Ipswich and District Athletic Club’s reputation as a state powerhouse has continued to grow in recent months. A dedicated group of multi-class athletes are making an invaluable contribution to the Ipswich club’s ongoing success. They include...

Rosewood athletes hope to be at school soon

ROSEWOOD Little Athletics centre manager Kyrlie Thomson deserves a gold medal for her leadership during a tough five months. However, she hopes an important meeting in the near future provides a much-needed boost. After a season without access to...

Wise advice behind Ipswich club’s outstanding successes

IPSWICH athletics supremo Vic Pascoe has little trouble keeping motivated as he leads one of Queensland’s most successful clubs. “As president I believe it is the athletes, parents and supporters plus their coaches who have made this club to be...

Thanks Ipswich sports community for great support

AS we head into the Christmas break, it’s timely to thank all the dedicated people who make Ipswich sport great. It’s been a delight sharing your sporting successes and challenges in the award-winning Ipswich Tribune newspaper and on our comprehensive online service www.ipswichtribune.com.au

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...

Tamara’s marathon effort inspires other runners

EVER-focused Tamara Carvolth has been one of the Ipswich and District Athletic Club’s most consistent performers for more than a decade. However, aged 34, the inspirational mum has no intention of slowing down. Carvolth has actually increased her...

Ipswich’s ‘future stars’ chasing national goals

AN outstanding contingent of Ipswich and District Athletic Club (IDAC) “budding future stars” are preparing for this weekend’s Australian All Schools Championships in Brisbane. The annual competition showcases the talents of promising athletes...

Ipswich club’s exceptional teamwork best in state

UNITED States-bound co-captain Charlize Goody has seen many times how much spirit Ipswich and District Athletic Club (IDAC) competitors and coaches have. She rated the latest Queensland Relay Championships camaraderie next level with her clubmates...

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...

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...

Council considers solutions to Ipswich track concerns

IPSWICH City Council has responded to recent safety issues at Bill Paterson Oval, looking at funding options to improve the athletics track surface. “Council has been discussing concerns raised by Ipswich Little Athletics (ILA) about the condition...

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...

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Official’s call to level major Ipswich track

AN experienced sporting administrator is hoping for Ipswich City Council approval to “level” the Bill Paterson Oval running track citing safety concerns for young people and the public. Ipswich Little Athletics Centre manager Dan Johnson has...