City Life Heritage Centre celebrates 25 years THE Ipswich Historical Society will mark its 25-year milestone at the Cooneana Heritage Centre on Saturday, May 10. Rob Mellett 11 hours ago
Ipswich The hard living navvies who built our railways WITH their picks, shovels and their old sticks of dynamite, the men who built Queensland’s railways tunnelled, drank and brawled their way through the 19th-century landscape. Rob Mellett 23 Apr 2025
Racing ‘The Q’ to open with world class features THE multi-million dollar ‘The Q’ greyhound facility at Purga opens to the public next month with some of the world’s safest animal welfare practices. The greyhounds race on one of three specially designed tracks which are wider with cambers designed by the University of Technology in Sydney to suit dogs of all abilities. David Lems 16 Apr 2025
History ‘Rosewood Unearthed’ YouTube Video competition (Get your ARTS into Gear) The Rosewood History Group as part of the Australian Heritage Festival are hosting a YouTube Video Competition. Glen Smith 09 Apr 2025
Opinion Ipswich pollies fail us, time to salvage Olympic pride OPINION IT’S been an incredibly sad week for Ipswich, being overlooked for any significant Olympic opportunities of a lifetime. Sure, we might get to host the 2032 modern pentathlon at Springfield, a multi-faceted event that will generate more... David Lems 02 Apr 2025
History Workshops rail staff who made the ultimate sacrifice AROUND 3,000 Queensland Railway (QR) employees enlisted for World War I from 1914-18. Rob Mellett 12 Mar 2025
Sport Country clubs like Rosewood need ageless support AS a long-time bowler, John Turner would love to again see the Rosewood club having younger players regularly competing in city competitions. John was part of a challenging and rewarding period when he shared in past Rosewood Bowls Club successes... David Lems 05 Mar 2025
History OUR HISTORY - A most singular animal IN A story reminiscent of ‘Ripley’s Believe It or Not’ collection of the ‘bizarre and wonderful’ our South Ripley has its own special story of wonder. Wendy Creighton 05 Mar 2025
City Life QR celebrates 160 years since grand opening QUEENSLAND Rail was born from the turmoil of one of the most contentious Bills ever debated by government. Rob Mellett 26 Feb 2025
Sport Blake’s back with dreadlocks to share Jets milestone HAVING played for the Ipswich Jets during the successful Walker brothers era, Blake Lenehan appreciated a positive home environment. Lenehan, 26, is back with the Jets as the progressive Ipswich club unveiled its 10th anniversary jersey in tribute... David Lems 19 Feb 2025
Sport Rosewood clubs share precious sporting history Opinion AS Rosewood rugby league and soccer officials gear up for 2025 seasons, it’s timely to see the region’s sporting history being celebrated. Rosewood Bowls Club members and supporters recently shared in a 70th anniversary “Cobbers... David Lems 19 Feb 2025
Sport 103 year-old Edie’s visit caps 70th anniversary celebration ROSEWOOD Bowls Club members, officials and supporters celebrated their 70th anniversary “party’’ with a special visitor. Life member Edie Bambling, who turns 104 in August, was all smiles mixing with friends and helping cut the cake marking... David Lems 12 Feb 2025
Sport Rosewood ‘Cobbers’ welcome 70th year boost AFTER a tough 2024 trying to attract members, loyal Rosewood Bowls Club (RBC) supporters are hoping for an early boost to the new year. Past and present members are preparing to celebrate the club’s official opening, 70 years ago, on February 8... David Lems 29 Jan 2025
Sport Ipswich couple hooked on 60 year double celebration KEEN Ipswich fishing couple Phil and Heather Scott are celebrating two 60 year milestones in a matter of days next month. The Federal Amateur Fishing Club (FAFC) officials are preparing for a February 22 celebration at Rosewood Bowls Club reliving... David Lems 29 Jan 2025
Sport Steve’s wonderful hockey legacy as admired leader VALE: Steven Joseph (Beau) Profke 21.10.77 to 29.12.2024 STEVE Profke’s sudden passing aged 46 rocked the Ipswich hockey community and left everyone who shared his wonderful qualities in disbelief. The loyal Norths Hockey Club achiever was... David Lems 22 Jan 2025
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 Sixty-year midweek tennis milestone celebrated LONG-serving Ladies Midweek Tennis Association supporter Coral Dutney typifies the Ipswich group’s motto that has served the players incredibly well for six decades. Wise former player and secretary Del Rawlings once said: “We do not stop... David Lems 04 Dec 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
History Book launch for greatest of murder mysteries ROSEWOOD crime writer Caroline Stevenson has spent the past 17 years getting to the bottom of two infamous crimes and says she has uncovered startling new revelations. Staff Writers 06 Nov 2024
