Ipswich Children dying as homelessness services fail youth NEW data has revealed the scale of unaccompanied child homelessness in Australia, with experts warning that gaps in support services are putting young lives at risk. Rob Mellett 10 Sep 2025
Ipswich Button battery in burrito bowl at Ripley takeaway AN IPSWICH woman says she was left panicked and unable to sleep after discovering a button battery in her meal from Guzman y Gomez at Ripley recently. Rob Mellett 10 Sep 2025
Ipswich Springfield volunteer honoured at awards WHEN Springfield resident Ben Maiyo first arrived in Queensland just 18 months ago, he wanted to find a way to connect with his new community. Rob Mellett 10 Sep 2025
City Life Grandchester stilt home sends buyers into a spin AT FIRST glance, it looks more like a treehouse than a family home. Rob Mellett 10 Sep 2025
Ipswich UniSQ Ipswich celebrates class of 2025 THE University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has marked a milestone for more than 450 graduates, by celebrating their hard work and determination at six ceremonies in Ipswich last week. Rob Mellett 10 Sep 2025
Ipswich New bus era rolls out across city IPSWICH commuters will see the biggest shake-up to bus services in years, with four new routes launching in November and a new depot on the way at New Chum. Rob Mellett 10 Sep 2025
Ipswich Koalas under threat: Ipswich family fights back WHEN Maddy Pryde saw her first koala in Walloon in 25 years, it should have been a moment of joy. Instead, it led to heartbreak. Rob Mellett 03 Sep 2025
Ipswich Welcoming the Babies returns to Springfield THE Welcoming the Babies celebration is returning to Greater Springfield, bringing together local families to welcome the community’s newest residents. Rob Mellett 03 Sep 2025
Ipswich Childcare centre set for busy Augustine Heights road PLANS have been submitted for a new childcare and swim school complex at a busy road corridor at Augustine Heights. Rob Mellett 27 Aug 2025
Ipswich Biggest outdoor sex festival planned near Rosewood PROPOSALS for what is being dubbed Australia’s largest outdoor sex festival have triggered anger among residents, who fear Rosewood could become the nation’s capital for swingers. Rob Mellett 27 Aug 2025
Ipswich Tribune Yamanto townhouse plan revised after concerns THE developer behind a proposed 288-dwelling project in Yamanto has submitted revised plans to Ipswich City Council, addressing apprehensions over design, density, and traffic. Rob Mellett 27 Aug 2025
Ipswich Ipswich renters crisis: one in 25 at risk RENTERS are facing mounting pressure as a major new study reveals almost one in 25 private tenancies nationwide are at risk of failing, potentially forcing hundreds of thousands of households into homelessness. Rob Mellett 20 Aug 2025
Business WMI bid to extend outdoor composting until 2029 WOOD mulching and composting facility Wood Mulching Industries is seeking approval to continue its outdoor operations for up to four more years while it transitions to an enclosed biogas and composting system. Rob Mellett 20 Aug 2025
Ipswich Tribune Bremer High leads charge for local Games legacy IPSWICH risks being left with nothing to show for the 2032 Olympics, with community leaders now challenging the State Government and Ipswich City Council about the lack of local vital sporting infrastructure. Rob Mellett 20 Aug 2025
City Life $166 fines spark anger in school pick-up crackdown PARENTS at St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School at Goodna say a council crackdown on school pickups has left families “stressed, punished and out of pocket”. Rob Mellett 20 Aug 2025
Ipswich Generations of service: veterans honoured IPSWICH paused in solemn reflection as two generations of veterans were honoured in commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day and Vietnam Veterans’ Day. Rob Mellett 20 Aug 2025
Ipswich Cockatoos, echidnas filmed as development looms WOOGAROO Forest, one of Ipswich’s last substantial bushland pockets, still offers locals glimpses of rare wildlife – for now at least. Rob Mellett 19 Aug 2025
Property Feedback sought on cemetery masterplan IPSWICH City Council wants input from locals on a concept master plan for Warrill Park Lawn Cemetery at Willowbank. Rob Mellett 13 Aug 2025
Ipswich Tribune Skyline change temporary as cross moved for repair FRIDAY was a ‘good news day’ for the congregation of St John’s Lutheran Church in Ipswich. Rob Mellett 13 Aug 2025