News
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Health warning over illicit tobacco and vapes
HEALTH bosses have issued a warning about illicit tobacco and vapes following the appearance of business owners before the Ipswich Magistrates Court in recent weeks.…
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Strong country ties in junior Hornets pathway
THE term ‘progression’ has added meaning for loyal Ipswich cricket coach Marcus Hillier. The former Marburg and Northsiders premiership-winning allrounder has been appointed Ipswich Hornets…
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Fiorella leans into new learnings as Rosewood Show Secretary
ROSEWOOD Show Society have a new secretary ready to take on whatever the role throws at her. Fiorella Miles has no experience running agricultural shows…
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Ramblings – 21st February 2025
IF YOU’VE travelled, it’s likely there are peculiar turns of phrase that have you stumped. If you are in South Africa and it’s sunny and…
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Clubs share precious sporting history
OPINION AS ROSEWOOD rugby league and soccer officials gear up for 2025 seasons, it’s timely to consider the region’s sporting history that is being celebrated.…
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Pride in a school and a call for its future
LIFELONG Tallegalla resident, Tom Else, hopes the outcome of the public consultation over the fate of the nearby school is it remains in the hands…
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The daring-do of a dashing bushranger Part III
IN READING the numerous reports of the Wild Scotsman’s exploits, it becomes apparent that James MacPherson would, in modern terms, be a contender for celebrity…
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‘Princess’ takes honours for hospital’s longest name
EVERY baby born at Mater Mothers’ Hospital is special. However, none has a name as unique as Parewahawaha Hinareia Tupulua Teataahia Appleby Kawana-Lambert Ikitau. She…
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Minor changes move for Mt Marrow subdivision
A MT Marrow subdivision; lodged in April 2020 and approved in June 2023; is again before Council. The landowners are hoping to get the go…
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Digging it, learn new skills through Bushcare
IF YOU enjoy the outdoors and want native bushland to thrive, consider joining a local Bushcare group. There are 12 groups in Ipswich with more…
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Blood, bikes and the road, all for a common good
A GROUP of motorbike riders are turning joy rides into lifesaving missions. The riders are members of Bloodbikes Australia, a volunteer-run organisation that transports blood…
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Moreton Shire Council back for 30 year reunion
THIRTY years have passed since Moreton Shire was merged with the Ipswich City Council. A group of former colleagues have planned a reunion and have…












