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October 09
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Message from the Mayor
In March this year ownership of the centre was transferred to Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd (ICP) following the $45 million sale by the previous owners. ICP is wholly owned by Ipswich City Council. Ipswich City Square occupies 3.4 hectares of prime Ipswich Central real estate and forms the centrepiece of council’s vision for the revitalisation of Ipswich into a world class regional centre. We have tremendous support from the state government for the biggest single redevelopment of our city heart since Reids department store was destroyed by fire in 1985. An extensive advertising campaign in national newspapers has been targeted at the development industry and calls for ideas, investment and construction for the redevelopment of the centre. It is possible the centre could become a number of high-rise apartment and office towers. Major retail, restaurant and entertainment precincts can also be part of the vision. Most pundits have congratulated Ipswich on dodging the worst of the GFC. There remains a great deal of optimism in the community and this is supported by business, industry and government leaders. Ipswich is ideally positioned to become the major regional centre of the western corridor with the backing of the state government’s Regional and Infrastructure Plans. Full details of the EOI are available for download at www.ipswichcentrestrategy.com.au Mayor Paul PisasaleCity of Ipswich Economic Development ContactsOffice of Economic Development Ipswich Mayor CEO of Ipswich City Council Chief Operating Officer Economic and Community Development Business Development Manager Are you thinking of relocating your business or starting a new business?Contact us on (07) 3810 6938 or email us to see how we can assist you. |
In this issue...ED Plan Secures Future JobsIpswich City Council has released a new Economic Development Plan to help secure new employment and industry hubs for future growth. The plan provides direction to key stakeholders and partners to support and build Ipswich's economic development for the next 22 years and will act as a reference for council, staff, businesses and the community in economic development matters. It will be reviewed annually and have a major Does your business have a new General Manager you'd like to introduce? The Economic Development Plan 2009 - 2031 has been developed in conjunction with key stakeholder groups including business groups and other levels of government and will create jobs for Ipswich as the city continues to grow. Ipswich will play an increasingly important role in the State Government's South East Queensland 
The plan will enable integration and coordination of other council strategies to ensure economic growth occurred in synchronization with the growth in infrastructure and services. The plan will also assist council to position itself to potentially attract State and Federal government support and incentives to help fund the planned growth and bring prosperity to the citizens of Ipswich. Extensive research has been undertaken including a series of community consultation forums and more than one hundred individual interviews. A copy of the Economic Development Plan is available at www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/business [ Back to Top ] Ipswich Wins National Award
The verdict is in: Ipswich has won the Environmental Innovation and Protection Award at the Keep Australia Beautiful Australian Sustainable Cities Awards. Mayor Paul Pisasale represented Ipswich at the national finals of the Australian Sustainable Cities Awards, announced in Canberra on 23 October. The city was selected as a Queensland finalist last month and received a visit from judge Sean Rooney who judged Ipswich by both land and air. Mr Rooney evaluated Ipswich using the eight categories of the national awards which include litter reduction and community action. Conducted by Keep Australia Beautiful, the Australian Sustainable Cities Awards are aimed at highlighting the efforts of urban communities in reducing their environmental impact. The awards are one of the many national programs aimed at reminding cities of the absolute necessity to sustain a healthy environment for future generations. [ Back to Top ] Courthouse to Open in DecemberThe $11M Ipswich Courthouse and Police Station project is on track for completion by the end of the year. The complex will include a 24-hour police station, eight magistrates' courtrooms, four district courtrooms and a watch-house. The building will also feature state of the art technology including wireless internet services, digital audio recording, closed-circuit television and video conferencing. It will be the first courthouse in Queensland to provide secure passages for jurors. The contract for the building's café has been awarded to local restaurateur Jason Davidson. The Chambers Café will specialise in gourmet takeaway and will be the latest business venture for Mr Davidson who currently operates through Fig Jam Café, Fig Jam Catering and the Ipswich Club. [ Back to Top ] |
$7M for RAAF Base Amberley
The Federal Government announced last month that it would invest around $7 million in new facilities at RAAF Base Amberley. Parliamentary Secretary for Defence Support Mike Kelly said the funding was part of the $1.4 billion Enhanced Land Force Stage 2 infrastructure project aimed at upgrading Defence sites across the country. The project has been referred to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works for consideration. Proposed works at RAAF Base Amberley include new training facilities and working accommodation. Work is expected to commence mid-2010 and be completed by 2014, subject to parliamentary clearance. [ Back to Top ] Award WinnersCongratulations to the following businesses for their recent award success. Peppers Wins Tourism Gong Rosewood Fruit Mart Named Business of the Year Business Achiever Awards Announced Local Safety Expert Recognised in China [ Back to Top ] New Business OpeningsWelcome to the following new Ipswich businesses… Trade Secret
Trade Secret is one of the latest tenants to throw open its doors at Home HQ in West Ipswich. Hundreds of shoppers flocked to the store for its official opening in October (pictured). Operating under the slogan "big brands, cheeky prices", Trade Secret stocks a huge range of quality merchandise sourced from well known and respected brands. Merchandise includes fashion for the whole family, from babies and young children to teens and adults. There's also a large selection of homewares available. Charter Hall recently announced plans for an IGA Express within the complex. IGA has taken out a lease with a 15-year term and is expected to open the store by Christmas. Tower CentralTower Central has officially opened for business. Australia Post was the first tenant to open its doors, moving from its former site fronting Brisbane Street to brand new premises in the adjoining six-storey office tower linking Brisbane and Limestone Streets. The Department of Natural Resources will open an office in the complex before the end of the year and a Mediterranean-style café will open in February. Tower Central is a joint venture between two Queensland developers, De Martini Fletcher and Rohrig Properties. Slater and GordonNational law firm Slater and Gordon have opened an office in Ipswich Central . Founded in 1935, the firm originally catered for the needs of unions and union members. Locally based lawyer Kym Greinke will manage the Ipswich office, located at 100 Brisbane Street. XYZ
Mesmerise at Riverlink has closed its doors and reopened as XYZ. The Thomas Retail Group business specialises in men's casual wear and ladies street fashion. It stocks brands such as Mink Pink, Ladakh, Billabong, Lee and Elwood and promotes a customer loyalty program offering 5% back on purchases each season. [ Back to Top ] Coming EventsIpswich Chamber Breakfast
Author, publisher and lecturer Maggie Hamilton (pictured) will be guest speaker at the Ipswich Chamber of Commerce and Industry breakfast on Thursday 5 November. Maggie has held a number of senior roles in publishing and at the ABC. She is author of What is Happening to Our Girls? And the soon to be released What is Happening to Our Boys? The breakfast function will be held from 6.45am to 8.45am at the Ipswich Turf Club. Cost is $40 for members and $55 for non-members. RSVPs are required by 3 November and can be made via telephone on 3282 8688 or email eo@ipswichchamber.org.au. Springfield Chamber BreakfastThe Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce will hold a breakfast discussion entitled 'The Future of Springfield Business – 2009 Onwards" on Tuesday 24 November. Guest speakers will be Mirvac CEO Nick Collishaw, who will talk about current and future plans for Orion Shopping Centre, and Mayor Paul Pisasale who will speak on the recently released Ipswich Economic Development Plan 2009-2031. The breakfast will be held from 6.45am (7.00am start) to approximately 8.30am at the Brookwater Golf Clubhouse. Cost is $30 for members and $33 for non-members. RSVPs are required by 20 November and can be made to Sue Fox, telephone 3839 3700, or email sue.fox@aibinsurance.com.au. [ Back to Top ] |
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Websites Of Interest
Grants & Subsidies Funding Opportunities:These websites assist business and community to access government funding programs and associated guidelines:-
If you are aware of a funding program or funding website that we have not listed, please contact us at ipswichcity@ipswich.qld.gov.au [ Back to Top ] |
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This month expressions of interest have been called for the redevelopment of Ipswich City Square shopping complex.
Peppers Hidden Vale (pictured) was announced as the Best Hotel Restaurant at the Queensland Restaurant and Catering Awards held in Brisbane recently. The business also scored Best Hotel Restaurant at the Darling Downs Restaurant of the Year and Best Hotel Restaurant Awards in June.