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What’s On In Ipswich – 28th August 2024
MUSIC Glam Rock DON’T miss the chance to see gospel performer Moise Matuta who is in Australia for the first time. Known for his vocals…
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Council crackdown after $800k copper stolen
THE Council is racing to stop fake tradies from stealing copper cable. Thefts are occurring around the clock as thieves, sometimes wearing fluoro vests, cut…
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Live music battles pokies, locked off city
GAMING licences, a lack of nighttime public transport and punishing leases are all taking their toll on the live music scene. Music industry professionals and…
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Breeding facility ‘massive failure’ for dog welfare
AN anti-greyhound racing group says the new racetrack at Purga will be a bad look for the city in the lead-up to the 2032 Games.…
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Purga kennels approved despite 6,200 submissions
PLANS for a greyhound dog breeding and training facility at Purga will likely be approved tomorrow after council tentatively agreed to the idea last week.…
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Margaret, 84, makes stand against homelessness
A PLUCKY pensioner promises to continue her silent protest to get a new homeless centre for Ipswich. Since the start of the month, North Ipswich…
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$2.1 million BMX facilities for Willey Street
A $2.1 million upgrade of the Willey Street BMX facility canteen is being enjoyed by club members. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the finished canteen…
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Joint crime team marks milestone
YOUTH Co-Responder Teams have dealt with more than 7,200 engagements with at-risk young people in the city. Launching in Ipswich in July 2023, the program…
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Positive signs for toy library at refuse site
TIP shops and a toy library might become a reality at the new Southern Resource and Recovery Centre at Redbank Plains. Environment And Sustainability Committee…
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Brothel laws could leave council powerless
COUNCILLORS are bracing for a backlash as new sex work laws rollout allowing brothels nearer to schools, places of worship, and into suburbs. Local control…
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