Calling all sticky beaks for citizen science12 October 2021 The annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count is on 18-24 October, giving residents the opportunity to help conserve native wildlife and learn more about Ipswich’s 300 species of avifauna. |
New jacarandas set to paint Ipswich purple12 October 2021 Ipswich’s reputation as a jacaranda hotspot will continue for generations to come with Ipswich City Council planting 100 new trees in Goodna. |
Free storm-ready events for Ipswich residents11 October 2021 Free and local events will pop up at shopping centres and libraries around Ipswich during Get Ready Queensland Week (11 – 17 October), as Council opens a new competition to help the community to prepare for storm season. |
Mental health in focus at free expo11 October 2021 Ipswich residents have access to free information on programs and services in a safe and relaxed environment during Queensland Mental Health Week, at the 2021 Ipswich Mental Health and Wellbeing Expo. |
Parts of Queens Park temporarily closed due to flying foxes09 October 2021 A wild population of flying foxes roosting at Queens Park have created a need to temporarily close part of the Ipswich Nature Centre and Nerima Gardens. |
Flood-proofing upgrades finished ahead of schedule08 October 2021 Retaining wall upgrades at North Station Road are now complete, after council delivered 380 new soil anchors, safety fencing, guardrails, and changes to the stormwater network in response to community concerns. |
Council-first interactive program revealed for Sustainable Ipswich Month08 October 2021 Climate change resilient plants, plastic-free homes, smart water usage, pre-loved fashion, secrets to composting and student-led environment innovations will be the talk of the city when Sustainable Ipswich Month activates community spaces and gardens next month. |
Defence suppliers up-scale with Council pilot07 October 2021 Twenty-four businesses have bolstered their capability to supply to the defence industry, after a successful wrap of Ipswich City Council’s Operation Scale-Up pilot. |
Ipswich musicians to jingle all the way05 October 2021 Local DJs, choirs, soloists and bands are getting the opportunity to take centre stage this festive season, as applications open to perform at Christmas in Ipswich. |
Boeing announcement to scale-up supply chain opportunities for local businesses01 October 2021 Local businesses will benefit from a range of supply chain opportunities following an announcement that Boeing Australia will establish an uncrewed‑aircraft production facility in the western corridor. |