JUNE – AUGUST 2015

IPSWICH in Winter

A guide to your city for entertainment, events and activities. Councillor David Morrison Councillor Cheryl Bromage Division 1 Division 6 29-31 Commercial Drive, Springfield Shop 38A, Brassall Shopping Centre, Telephone: (07) 3818 3100 68 Hunter Street, Brassall Email: [email protected] Telephone: (07) 3810 6556 Email: [email protected] Councillor Paul Tully Division 2 Councillor Andrew Antoniolli 18 Queen Street, Goodna Division 7 Telephone: (07) 3818 6900 Level 1, 143 Brisbane Street, Ipswich Email: [email protected] Telephone: (07) 3810 6224 Email: [email protected] Councillor Victor Attwood Deputy Mayor Councillor Charlie Pisasale Division 3 Division 8 Shop 337B, Level 3, External Leichhardt Village Court, Redbank Plaza Shopping Centre, Corner Samford and Toongarra Roads, Collingwood Drive, Redbank Leichhardt Telephone: (07) 3288 5899 Telephone: (07) 3282 9600 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Councillor Bruce Casos Councillor Sheila Ireland Division 4 Division 9 Shop 2/38 South Station Road, Booval Shop 36, Raceview Shopping Centre, Telephone: (07) 3816 2444 64 Raceview Street, Raceview Email: [email protected] Telephone: (07) 3810 6231 Email: [email protected] Councillor Heather Morrow Division 5 Councillor David Pahlke Shop 1, Jacaranda Centre, Division 10 2-3 Jacaranda Street, East Ipswich Shop 5 and 6, Rosewood Plaza, Telephone: (07) 3281 8700 20-22 John Street, Rosewood Email: [email protected] Telephone: (07) 5464 1088 Email: [email protected]

2 MAYOR PAUL PISASALE & COUNCILLORS OF THE CITY OF IPSWICH WINTER MESSAGE

Winter is a great time in the kids over the school holidays and a our city as the weather great way for them to learn more about cools down and the nights our local environment. are perfect for getting out Get in early as these workshops always the woollies and enjoying book out. some time inside. Entries for our iconic Enviroplan This is also the perfect Photographic Competition open on 5 June, time of year to start thinking about making so get your cameras ready to snap some exercise a bigger part of our lives. images of local wildlife and our natural The cooler weather means a more environment. This competition has big comfortable time while we are pushing prizes up for grabs for adults and kids alike. boundaries and many sporting clubs There’s no reason to stay on the couch this seasons start to take off in earnest. Winter with so much going on. If you see If new to exercise, you don’t need to kit me out and about come and say hi. out in the fanciest gear or sign up for a gym membership - a brisk walk with the family in the evening will help you feel fitter and healthier after just a few weeks. Mayor Paul Pisasale This guide to everything going on around City of Ipswich the city over the next few months is Administration Building, Level 2 bursting with great ideas for all ages. 50 South Street, Ipswich Twenty years of our performing arts Master Telephone: (07) 3810 6201 Classes program has seen many fantastic Email: [email protected] performers learning from some of the finest professional mentors in Queensland. Come down to the Civic Centre on 15 August to see a very special performance Follow me on in celebration of this program. Kids go Wild is always a popular treat for

For a full listing of Council’s holiday operating hours please visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au

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IPSWICH CIVIC CENTRE JAMES BLUNDELL Saturday 13 June | 7.30 pm Adult $42.00 Group 10+ $32.00 Concession/student $37.00 James Blundell, Australian country music legend and winner of nine CMAAs and numerous other awards, is coming to Ipswich. QUEENSLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND IPSWICH CIVIC CENTRE PRESENT A CDP PRODUCTION THE 26-STOREY TREEHOUSE MOVIE MASTERPIECES Tuesday 14 July | 6.00 pm Saturday 22 August | 7.30 pm Adult $18.00 Child $15.00 Adult $55.00 Group 10+ $45.00 Suitable for children aged 6-12 years and Concession/Student $50.00 families Relive your favourite movie moments such Star Wars The Mission A play by Richard as and performed by Tulloch which has the full Queensland Symphony Orchestra. been adapted from the award- winning book by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton.

For bookings, further information or to subscribe to the Ipswich Civic Centre e-newsletter visit www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only) 4 EXPERIENCE CABARET @ STUDIO 188! 188 Brisbane Street, Ipswich

Queensland Cabaret Festival PRESENTS TOM SHARAH IN THAT 90s SHOW Friday 12 June | 8.00 pm – 10.00 pm ALL PRE-PURCHASED TICKETS $25.00 OR $29.00 AT THE DOOR You CAN feel the love tonight! Experience a night of 90s songs and nostalgia with Australia’s most Boombastic performer. LARRY PARADISEO & THE FABULOUS DAME FARRAR Saturday 13 June | 8.00 pm – 10.00 pm ALL PRE-PURCHASED TICKETS $25.00 OR $29.00 AT THE DOOR Carita Farrer Spencer brings together for the first time a theatrical cyclone - The Fabulous Dame Farrar and international sex-symbol Larry Paradiseo in this world-class DOUBLE ACT (with herself).

SPECIAL OFFER Receive $10.00 off when you buy tickets to both Tom Sharah and Larry Paradiseo & The Fabulous Dame Farrar by Friday, 5 June 2015 in one transaction.

For bookings, further information or to subscribe to the Studio 188 e-newsletter visit www.studio188.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only) 5

HEart and soul: celebrating 40 years of the Ipswich Civic Centre Celebrate the 40th birthday of the Ipswich Civic Centre with three spectacular events over three days.

SENIORS’ CONCERT WITH THE LEGENDARY 4IP BIG BAND Friday 17 July | 10.00 am – 11.15 am Ipswich Civic Centre Cnr Limestone and Nicholas Streets, Ipswich ALL TICKETS $10.00 The legendary Ipswich City 4IP Big Band, now the Allan Brown Big Band, was the first choice for entertainment for the opening of the Ipswich Civic Centre in 1975. As such it is fitting that the band be This 20 piece Big Band line-up selects invited back to share in the 40th birthday Queensland’s finest musicians to produce celebrations of this well-loved civic a live music machine that re-creates the facility which is the ‘heart and soul’ of sounds of the swing, soul, jazz, funk, pop and entertainment in Ipswich. latin genres.

For bookings, further information or to subscribe to the Ipswich Civic Centre e-newsletter visit www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only)

7 HEart and soul: celebrating 40 years of the Ipswich Civic Centre THE MAYOR’S COMMAND PERFORMANCE Guest Artist KATE CEBERANO and Band Saturday 18 July | 7.30 pm Ipswich Civic Centre Cnr Limestone and Nicholas Streets, Ipswich ADULT $55.00 CONCESSION/STUDENT $45.00 FAMILY $130.00 (2 adults and 3 children under 12) GROUP 10+ $40.00 Australian songstress, Kate Ceberano and her band will be accompanied by some very special guest artists, including local rising singer-songwriter, Sahara Beck, Those Tap Guys and Best of Brass. Some of our finest community artists, including Blackstone With some exciting pre-show entertainment, Ipswich Cambrian Choir, Ipswich Orpheus alongside a complimentary welcome drink Chorale and Ipswich Musical Theatre and hors d’oeuvres all included in your Company will ensure an uplifting community ticket price, this will truly be an evening to event. remember for all the family. For bookings, further information or to subscribe to the Ipswich Civic Centre e-newsletter visit www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only)

8 HEart and soul: celebrating 40 years of the Ipswich Civic Centre CIVIC CENTRE OPEN DAY Sunday 19 July | 10.00 am – 2.00 pm Ipswich Civic Centre Cnr Limestone and Nicholas Streets, Ipswich FREE ENTRY The Open Day will include street buskers, roving performers, community performances and a Performing Arts Expo will provide budding performing artists the Our own Stars Café will be offering opportunity to explore the many dance refreshments and a scrumptious barbecue at studios, theatre companies, choirs and affordable prices. higher education institutions available in Daytime festivities will conclude with a Ipswich and surrounds. community choral event in the auditorium Exhibits of memorabilia and photos from the with everyone invited to participate! many events held over 40 years will be on display and there will be an opportunity to explore the centre with behind-the-scenes guided tours.

For bookings, further information or to subscribe to the Ipswich Civic Centre e-newsletter visit www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only)

9 Join Athol Guy and His Friends on stage for a 100 minute show featuring unique and rarely seen footage of Australia’s first ever ‘super group’, as well as live performances of their biggest hits including Georgy Girl, I’ll Never Find Another You, Morning Town Ride, The Carnival Is Over, I am Australian, A World of Our Own, plus hit songs from other iconic 1960s artists that influenced Athol and the group in their early years.

Ipswich civic Centre Friday 24 July | 7.30 pm All tickets special price of $25.00

Online Bookings Phone Bookings www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only) (credit card only) Monday - Friday 8.00 am - 4.30 pm New E-Service Membership Available Now! Log on and: • Download music tracks from Pink to Punk, ACDC to Avril • Access Wi-Fi (available at Ipswich Central Library only) • Read your favourite magazine anytime, anywhere • Watch an Indie movie • Browse local and international newspapers All FREE and all part of your e-service membership.

For more information phone (07) 3810 6815 or visit www.library.ipswich.qld.gov.au 2015

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ENCORE! MOVIES AND MUSICALS 20TH ANNIVERSARY MASTER CLASSES CONCERT Saturday 15 August 7.30 pm Adult $20.00 Concession/Student/Child $12.00 Calling all lovers of movies and musicals! Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Performing Arts Master Classes program with a spectacular concert showcasing musical excerpts from well-loved movies and musicals. The concert will feature special guest artists as well as past and present Ipswich Master Class performers; some of whom have gone on to exciting entertainment careers that span the globe. The program will include excerpts from the great movies and musicals you know and love such as Grease, ABBA, Rent and Les Miserables.

For further information and to book tickets visit www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only)

13 Image courtesy Kerry Smith, Picture Ipswich Celebrating 150 years of Queensland’s first railway line from Ipswich to Bigges Camp (now Grandchester). Sunday, 26 July 2015 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm Grandchester Recreation Reserve, School Road, Grandchester QLD Free Entry

See a re-enactment of the 1865 opening of Queensland’s first railway line before exploring the heritage-listed Grandchester station – Queensland’s oldest surviving railway station. Relive the romance of a bygone era with a journey on one of the steam trains travelling to Steamfest from Roma Street and Ipswich stations (Charges apply and bookings are essential).

Steamfest Activities & Entertainment Static and working historic machinery displays | Vintage cars, trucks and tractors Blacksmith, wheelwright, heavy horse, shearing, wool spinning & quilting demonstrations Colonial camp with traditional children’s games | Model live steam train rides Food stalls | Children’s rides | Animal nursery | Craft stalls All day entertainment including a bush band, local poets and a country music singer

For further information:

(07) 5465 5289 | [email protected] www.steamfest.org.au IPSWICH OPEN DAY THE WORKSHOPS RAIL MUSEUM Sunday 2 August 9.30 am – 4.00 pm The Workshops Rail Museum North Street, North Ipswich FREE entry for Ipswich residents All aboard for the 2015 Ipswich Open Day! • Free entertainment from bands and local choirs • Hands-on exhibits • Celebrate 150 years of rail in Qld • And much, much more! Entry is FREE for past and present Queensland Rail employees and Ipswich residents and only half price if you bring a friend who lives outside this great city.

For more information, including the complete program schedule, visit www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au, email [email protected] or phone (07) 3432 5100

15 IPSWICH NAIDOC 2015 wE ALL STAND ON SACRED GROUND Learn, Respect and Celebrate FAMILY AND CULTURAL CELEBRATION Thursday 9 July 10.00 am – 2.00 pm Briggs Road Sporting Complex 121-135 Briggs Road, Flinders View FREE entry All are welcome to come and celebrate the unique culture and identity of the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. • Live performance by Which Way Uncle • Arts and crafts • Rides and entertainment • Food • Information stalls

For more information please visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3810 6655

16 IPSWICH NAIDOC 2015 wE ALL STAND ON SACRED GROUND Learn, Respect and Celebrate WHICH WAY UNCLE A small group of some of Australia’s most respected Indigenous artists have come together to combine more than 100 years of song writing experience and storytelling in an inspirational show of musical collaboration and cultural wisdom. Dubbed ‘Which Way Uncle’, the project is the brainchild of Getano Bann who is a singer, songwriter, storyteller and qualified music therapist. Raised on the banks of the Pioneer River in his hometown of Mackay; music, dance, storytelling and humour were an influential and integral part of his childhood, growing up in an extended Torres Strait Islander Family. Getano is joining musical forces with Joe Geia and Bunna Lawrie who are both recognised and influential figures in Indigenous music to deliver a truly entertaining live performance at this year’s Ipswich NAIDOC Week event.

For more information please visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3810 6655

17 QUEENSLAND MODEL HOBBIES EXPO HAS RELOCATED TO IPSWICH 20th Anniversary Show 22 and 23 August 2015

NEW LOCATION: Just Sports and Fitness Hall, 235 Smiths Road, Redbank Use exit 31 Ipswich Motorway East & West Bound Hours: 22 August 2015 | 9.00 am - 5.00 pm 23 August 2015 | 9.00 am - 3.30 pm Admission: Adults: $7.00 | Children to 12 Years: $3.00 | Family: $16.00 Attractions: Queensland Scale Modelling Championships – open to the public Retailers from across Australia | WWI Commemorative Competition and display Modelling workshops | Club displays covering many types of models Raffles | Special Competition Section for Juniors | 20th Anniversary Display On site meals, snacks and drinks

For more information visit qmhe.com

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KIDS GO WILD FREE FAMILY FUN QUEENS PARK ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTRE MERLE FINIMORE AVENUE (OFF GOLEBY AVENUE), IPSWICH CENTRAL

SEE THE BOXTROLLS AKA THE FIRE ANT TRACKER THEN BE A BOXTROLL! Presented by Biosecurity Queensland Tuesday 30 June Wednesday 1 July 10.00 am – 12.15 pm (all ages) Wednesday 8 July FREE (bookings essential) 9.30 am – 10.15 am (all ages) Cheesebridge is a posh town obsessed FREE (bookings essential) with wealth and stinky cheeses. Beneath its Come along and meet the Biosecurity streets dwell the Boxtrolls, an underground Queensland sniffer dog. Learn about the community of loveable oddballs who wear role of a sniffer dog and how they use their recycled cardboard boxes. Stick around amazing sense of smell to help protect our after the screening to create your very own environment from fire ants! Boxtroll outfit. BYO pillows and blankets.

Photo: © The State of Queensland (Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry) 2010–2014. Queensland Government.

20 DRAUGHT STOPPER UPCYCLE WORKSHOP CRAFT TOPPER Delivered by Alys Shilo Supported by Masters, Springfield Tuesday 7 July Thursday 2 July 10.00 am – 12.00 pm (ages 5+) 10.00 am – 11.00 am (all ages) FREE (bookings essential) FREE (bookings essential) Learn how to create your very own works Keeping warm and saving money on of art made from recycled materials. power this Winter is easy. Come along and decorate your own draught stopper INDIGENOUS DANCING that will keep chilly Winter breezes from creeping under your door and your toasty, Presented by Henry Thompson warm air inside. This session is a part of Thursday 9 July Ipswich City Council’s Energy Efficiency 10.00 am – 11.00 am (all ages) Awareness Campaign. FREE (bookings essential) Learn how to dance like the first WEAVING WITH WEEDS Australians. Understand the stories behind Delivered by Alys Shilo the dances and the meanings of the moves while learning about the connections the Monday 6 July indigenous Australians have with the land. 10.00 am – 12.00 pm (all ages) FREE (bookings essential) Using a number of environmental and invasive weeds, learn how to handcraft your own basket to take home. The weeds Children must be supervised at all times. will be supplied so just bring yourself! Age limits and group sizes may apply. Weaving will take place in a controlled Places are limited and bookings essential. setting to ensure there is no spread of To book visit unwanted weeds. www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/enviroed or phone (07) 3810 6666

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We are busy putting the final touches on other exciting school holiday activities. Keep up-to-date with new activities. Visit | www.ipswich.qld.gov.au Email | [email protected]

Connect with the Ipswich Civic Centre and WIN! Subscribe to the e-newsletter to be kept up-to-date with the latest exclusive news on shows, events and services. If you subscribe to the Ipswich Civic Centre e-newsletter between 25 May 2015 and 30 June 2015 you could WIN a family pass for 2 adults and up to 3 children to the Mayor’s Command Performance featuring Kate Ceberano, on Saturday, 18 July 2015 (worth $130.00)* Simply visit our website to sign up today! www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au

You can also stay in touch with us on Facebook and Twitter!

@TheCivicCentre facebook.com.au/Ipswichciviccentre *Offer valid for new subscriptions in this time period only 1975 - 2015 22 Activities

ACTIVE BREAKS JUNE/JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2015 LET’S GET TOGETHER OVER THE BREAK Get out and get active during the school holidays for FREE with Active Breaks Monday 29 June – Friday 10 July Activities available include: • Cricket • Athletics • Softball • Hockey • Tennis • Squash • Trampolining • Martial Arts • and many more... 1 hour activities. Activities are suitable for ages 5 - 17 and for children with special needs.

To find out more about Active Breaks, including the complete program schedule, please visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/activebreaks or phone 1300 79 50 59

23 Celebrating 90 years Join us at the Isuzu Queensland Open. It’s your time to play! 20 – 23 August 2015 Brookwater Golf & Country Club 1 Tournament Drive, Brookwater

Spectators FREE entry

Join in the celebrations for the Isuzu Queensland Open – the state’s premium open golf championship. Mix with the stars of now and the future when they return to Ipswich in August. The Fun Zone will be in action on the weekend so the whole family can join in. Spectators are welcome to walk the fairways with the Pros.

www.golfqueensland.org.au 24 Ipswich Enviroplan Photographic Competition and Exhibition 2015 Entries open FRIday 5 June 2015

The Ipswich Enviroplan Photographic Competition and Exhibition is back for 2015. Photographers of all ages and skills are invited to take part and capture the natural beauty of Ipswich.

Total cash and prize value over $5,000

Photograph by D. Hoskins Ipswich Enviroplan Photographic Competition 2014

For more information visit www.enviroplanphotocomp.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6666 25 DISCOVER IPSWICH TOURS EXPLORE YOUR OWN BACKYARD THIS Winter ON ONE OF OUR GREAT BUS TOURS!

IPSWICH HERITAGE BUS TOURS ORIENTATION TOURS Saturday 6 June FOR NEW RESIDENTS Saturday 4 July Sunday 14 June 1.00 pm – 3.45 pm 10.00 am – 12.30 pm Tours depart from Ipswich City Council Tours depart from Ipswich City Council car park, 45 Roderick Street, Ipswich car park, 45 Roderick Street, Ipswich ADULT $40.00 FREE CONCESSION $32.00 Are you new to Ipswich or do you know CHILDREN $20.00 someone who has just moved to the Discover streets lined with cherished City of Ipswich? Then join us on our free heritage homes, grand churches, historic orientation tour for new residents. pubs and stately civic buildings. Hear During the tour we will point out some of stories of a bygone era as your guide gives the great attractions and facilities of our you a glimpse into the lives and legends of City and tell you about the developments Ipswich’s early pioneers. being planned to cater for our rapidly Tours include afternoon tea on the growing population. verandah of the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre.

Places are limited and bookings essential. For more information and to book visit www.discoveripswich.com.au or phone (07) 3281 0555 26 Great to Have you Here! Coupons

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27 V8 Race Experience Prince Alfred Hotel

Get behind the wheel of a real V8 Race Car at Char’d proudly boasts a wide range of dishes catering to all Queensland Raceway, Queensland’s premier race circuit! culinary desires: top-grade beef cuts, fresh seafood and Experience the thrill of driving your choice of Ford or shellfish, generous pizza and pasta and naughty desserts. Holden around our famous circuit or buckle up for • Delectable slow cooked options including beef brisket Hot Laps with one of our professional drivers! • Great range of craft beers and ciders on tap Starting from $199 for 6 laps, it’s an experience that any • Comprehensive wine list sourced from Australia and NZ V8 supercar fan will love! • Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available • Daily deals and regular featured wine and beer tastings • Traditional Sunday roast all day with live music (2-5pm) Champions Way, Willowbank Q 4306 170 Brisbane Road, Booval Q 4304 T: 1800 722 377 T: (07) 3282 1577 E: [email protected] W: www.char-d.com.au W: www.qldraceways.com.au www.facebook.com/chardsteakhouse

Platform 9 Restaurant and Bar Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights

Wine and Dine Discover Ipswich in Winter with Brisbane and Ipswich’s Try the delicious new menu at Platform 9 Restaurant and closest balloon company – simply drive 30 mins west of Bar. Open for Breakfast and Dinner 7 Days, and Lunch the Brisbane CBD. Experience the adventure of Monday to Friday. Like us on Facebook to see our ballooning. One hour flight, restaurant breakfast and flight mouth-watering menu options. certificate, over Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset regions. Mention this ad and receive a complimentary bottle of Call or book online for flights, accommodation packages house wine, when two people dine with 2 courses from and gift vouchers our dinner menu. Valid until 31 May 2015. Like us and check out the latest photos and stories on our Facebook page 43 South Street, Ipswich Q 4305 259 Junction Road, Karalee Q 4306 T: (07) 3812 8077 T: (07) 3294 8770 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] www.facebook.com/platform9ipswich W: www.floatingimages.com.au Brisbane Whale Watching Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway

Brisbane Whale Watching is a multi-award winning nature The Railway Of Industry based tour company offering guests an exciting up-close Join us on a journey back in time to the age when steam encounter on board our luxury vessel, MV Eye Spy. was king and railway carriages were crafted from rich Meet the mesmerising Humpback Whales that migrate timbers, black-smithed steel and polished brass. through the crystal clear waters of Brisbane’s Moreton Taking in the scenic and historic mining region of Ipswich, Bay from June through to November. this family experience is one not to be missed.

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Springfield Lakes Hotel Camping at Hardings Paddock

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Saturday 27 June 8.00 am – 4.00 pm 81 Riverview Road, Riverview

Ipswich City Council is holding a free Household Chemical and BBQ Gas Cylinder Drop Off Day for household waste at the Riverview Refuse and Recycle Centre.

This free drop off day is for Ipswich residents only.

FREE for up to 20kg or 20L of the accepted items. No tyres will be accepted as part of the free drop off day and standard disposal fees will apply Commercially generated waste will not be accepted.

For more information visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3810 6666 30 NEVER MISS your BIN DAY AGAIN!

DID YOU KNOW: You can now add fruit and vegetable scraps, tissues, shopping dockets, shredded paper and paper towels to your green waste service.

Download the new Ipswich Bin App to find out when your rubbish bin gets collected and if it’s your recycling or green waste week. Ipswich Bin App has some great features for residents including bin day reminders, waste sorting tips and also provides important information on other events and services coming up in your area. To download, please visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/ipswichbinapp 31 Winter GuideAd.indd 1 23 August USQ Springfield 9 August USQ Ipswich USQ OpenDay you, talktousatOpenDay. where adegreecouldtake If you’veeverwondered about YOU that cares university Choose a usq.edu.au/openday 23/04/2015 4:58:23 PM

CRICOS QLD 00244B NSW 02225M TEQSA PRV12081 GRAFFITISTOP APP EASILY REPORT GRAFFITI IN YOUR AREA

Help us to combat graffiti in Ipswich by downloading the free GraffitiSTOP app.

All incidents of graffiti on public property that are provided to GraffitiSTOP will be removed within seven days; unless the graffiti is offensive then it will be removed within 24 hours. If the graffiti has been made on your private property, a free graffiti removal kit is available to all Ipswich residents and can be collected from all Councillors Divisional Offices. This rapid, zero tolerance response makes offenders likely to stop targeting your area.

For more information including how to download the app, visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/graffiti or phone (07) 3810 6666

33 Heavy vehicles parked in your street may be breaking the law Council has heavy vehicle parking controls in place Local laws that apply to the parking of heavy vehicles to protect the safety of road users, pedestrians and specifically within the Ipswich City Council area relate residents. Parking or storage of heavy vehicles is to be to heavy vehicles parking on residential properties. undertaken in such a manner that it does not cause The parking of heavy vehicles on a roadway in built- nuisance or disturbance to the community. up areas is regulated by State Government legislation A heavy vehicle is defined as any vehicle with a and applies throughout Queensland. Heavy vehicles Gross Vehicle Mass of 4.5 tonnes or more. can park on a roadway in built-up areas for up to an hour. * * Visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/neighbourhood for tips on heavy vehicle parking.

For more information phone (07) 3810 6666

Don’t let your street turn into a horror story

Be prepared for an

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Listen for updates during an emergency on: River 94.9 (FM) and 612 ABC (AM)

Visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au for useful information and fact sheets Sponsors Ipswich City Council’s programs and events are proudly supported by:

ENVIROPLAN PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION

IPSWICH FILM FESTIVAL FOR YOUTH (IFFY)

ENCORE! MOVIES AND MUSICALS – MASTER CLASSES 20TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

IPSWICH NAIDOC 2015

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KIDS GO WILD!

37 CALENDAR SCHEDULE Month Description Page Section JUNE 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Redbank Plaza - Ginger Sports Soccer 35 4, 11, 18, 25 Redbank Plaza - Physi-Kids Sports Activities 35 5 Entries Open - Enviroplan Photographic Competition 25 6 Ipswich Heritage Bus Tour 26 12 Live @ 188! - Tom Sharah in That 90s Show 5 13 James Blundell 4 13 Live @ 188! - Larry Paradiseo & The Fabulous Dame Farrar 5 14 Orientation Tour for New Residents 26 27 Household Chemical and Gas Cylinder Drop Off Day 30 29 June - 4 July Redbank Plaza - Barbie Live Stage Shows 35 29 June - 10 July Active Breaks 23 30 Kids Go Wild! - See The Box Trolls then be a Boxtroll 20

JULY 1 Kids Go Wild! - AKA The Fire Ant Tracker 20 2 Kids Go Wild! - Draught Stopper Craft Topper 21 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Redbank Plaza - Physi-Kids Sports Activities 35 4 Ipswich Heritage Bus Tour 26 6 Kids Go Wild! - Weaving With Weeds 21 7 Kids Go Wild! - Upcycle Workshop 21 7, 14, 21, 28 Redbank Plaza - Ginger Sports Soccer 35 8 Kids Go Wild! - AKA The Fire Ant Tracker 20 Ipswich Naidoc 2015 - Family and Cultural 9 Celebration 16 9 Kids Go Wild! - Indigenous Dancing 21 11 Octonauts Live! Operation Reef Shield 6 14 The 26-Storey Treehouse 4 Heart and Soul: Celebrating 40 Years of the Civic 17 Centre - Seniors’ Concert 7 Heart and Soul: Celebrating 40 Years of the Civic 18 Centre - The Mayor’s Command Performance 8

38 Heart and Soul: Celebrating 40 Years of the Civic 19 Centre - Open Day 9 19 Discover Ipswich Libraries Open Day 10 24 Athol Guy: The Seekers Story 10 25 Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase 12 26 Grandchester Steamfest 2015 14 AUGUST 2 Ipswich Open Day - The Workshops Rail Museum 15 4, 11, 18, 25 Redbank Plaza - Ginger Sports Soccer 35 6, 13, 20, 27 Redbank Plaza - Physi-Kids Sports Activities 35 9 USQ Ipswich Open Day 32 Encore! Movies and Musicals - Master Classes 20th 15 Anniversary Concert 13 20 - 23 Isuzu Queensland Open 24 22 Movie Masterpieces 4 22 & 23 Queensland Model Hobbies Expo 18 23 USQ Springfield Open Day 32

SEPTEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Redbank Plaza - Ginger Sports Soccer 35 3, 10, 17, 24 Redbank Plaza - Physi-Kids Sports Activities 35 6 - 12 StoryArts Festival Ipswich - Family Program 19 StoryArts Festival Ipswich - Many Story Treehouse 6 - 20 19 Exhibition 11 & 12 StoryArts Festival Ipswich - Eric Vale, Eric Fail Play 19

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