Council initiatives support a healthy and vibrant natural environment that is highly valued by, and connected to, the community.
Ipswich has a unique landscape with one of the most diverse ranges of natural vegetation types in South-East Queensland.
There are more than 2000 recorded species of native plants and animals in Ipswich. Many are rare or threatened.
2025 Events, Activities and Opportunities
Council has diverse programs and initiatives for community involvement in environmental improvement. More information can be found in the Environment and Sustainability 2025 Program (PDF, 4.3 MB).
Ipswich City Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul people of the Yugara/Yagara Language Group, as custodians of the land and waters we share. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, as the keepers of the traditions, customs, cultures and stories of proud peoples.