Retrace family roots and Ipswich’s historic buildings at Galvanized festival29 August 2022 Digging up family secrets, tracing the history of past generations, a virtual heritage trail and digitally rebuilding historic Ipswich buildings are all part Galvanized’s immersive family-friendly program. |
Flood recovery in full swing six months on26 August 2022 Six months since the second one-in-100 year flood in 11 years caused millions of dollars in damage and displaced hundreds, recovery efforts remain a priority with the Ipswich City Council. |
Recycled bitumen good base for change26 August 2022 Ipswich’s largest road upgrade is incorporating sustainable techniques in road paving as council continues to move to a circular economy. |
Splash into Spring with extended hours at public pools25 August 2022 Extended summer hours will allow residents more time to cool off at Ipswich pools along with the reopening of the Rosewood Aquatic Facility after a winter hiatus. |
Bushy beards and bootleg parties lead Galvanized social events25 August 2022 A roaring prohibition party, colonial dancing and a bounty of beards, barbeques and motorbikes on Father’s Day are part of the immersive historic program when Galvanized festival returns. |
Ipswich works with neighbouring council for waste and recycling services23 August 2022 Ipswich City Council is providing waste and recycling services to Somerset Regional Council residents for the next seven years at least. |
Council offers free water safety programs for adults and children23 August 2022 Ipswich residents can brush up on water safety through a series of free programs this spring and summer as part of council’s efforts to support children and adults to be safe in and around the water. |
Hundreds creatively reimagine Ipswich Central in day of placemaking22 August 2022 Pop-up art installations, colourful directional street stickers, recycled furniture and a beautiful block-letter ‘Ipswich’ sign were some of the ideas hundreds of enthusiastic community members built as part of a Queensland-first placemaking event on 12 August. |
Glimpse into a bygone era on heritage tours22 August 2022 Ipswich is Queensland’s oldest provincial city and our local history will come to life during Galvanized, when a series of social events, tours, talks, demonstrations and exhibitions at some of the city’s most unique historical landmarks. |
Free kerbside collection wraps up in Ipswich17 August 2022 After 23 weeks, almost 2,700 tonnes of waste have been removed by Ipswich City Council’s free Large Item Kerbside Collection. |