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September 2021
Community Matters
City of Ipswich update
Georgia Francis, 6, enjoys the
new Ipswich Children’s Library
Welcome In spite of recent challenges, our city
has much to look forward to and
council will continue to advocate for
in South East Queensland we
expect to reap significant benefits
to Ipswich including improved
Welcome to the spring edition
major investments in infrastructure transport infrastructure and a
of your council newsletter,
and services to ensure our city is boost to the proposed Ipswich
Community Matters.
able to keep up with the pace of our Central to Springfield Central
Supporting the people at the heart unprecedented population growth. public transport corridor.
of our community remains a focus for
We must ensure that the City The Brisbane Lions training and
this council.
of Ipswich is a liveable, inclusive, support centre at Springfield is
The Ipswich CBD is thriving with the sustainable and vibrant city, as being considered as a venue for the
opening of the $250 million Nicholas we experience significant growth football preliminaries and modern
Street Precinct and a nod to our past and investment, new housing and a pentathlon in the 2032 games.
with the new civic space, Tulmur Place population boom, which will see our
Council has a coordinated and
a place for the community to gather. current population more than double
multipronged approach to managing
to 558,000 by 2041.
The new Ipswich City Council the growth and support for our
administration headquarters also While we have been faced with fastest growth areas right across
opened which is bringing a beating unprecedented times as a result the region from Greater Springfield,
heart back to the city centre. of the COVID-19 pandemic, we Ripley, Redbank Plains, Deebing
have businesses ranging from the Heights to Yamanto.
Ipswich has the history, but also an
bespoke and entrepreneurial to the
exciting future. More and more people are moving
international and established.
to the west to enjoy one of the most
Australia’s first dedicated public
We drive opportunities for prosperity liveable cities in the state and a
children’s library, the Ipswich
and support businesses to meet lifestyle which encourages a live,
Children’s Library is the latest
consumer needs and deliver reliable work and play environment.
in library thinking and design,
and skilled jobs.
with a focus on interactivity and Ipswich is a city of opportunity for all.
engagement while young people With the 2032 Olympic and
learn, explore, and play. Paralympic Games being hosted
Mayor Teresa Harding
City-wide Update
Mayor Teresa Harding
MOWING, THERE’S REVITALISING
A MAP FOR THAT ROADS
In a Queensland first, Ipswich available as part of its website. Ipswich roads are being
City Council has launched an The colour-coded mapping revitalised with a $26.6 million
interactive mowing map to give system is used to tell residents spend from council focusing
residents greater access to when and where to expect on all suburbs.
council services. council’s mowing services.
As part of the 2021-2022 Annual
Council spends more than Mayor Teresa Harding said Plan and budget, council has
$5 million a year on mowing council had listened to allocated $4.6 million to maintain
and in its 2021–2022 budget the community. rural roads and $22 million for
announced it would spend an kerbing and channelling.
“We know this is an important
extra $550,000 on mowing
issue for residents, council Mayor Teresa Harding said
costs over the next year
has taken this proactive step $500,000 would be spent on
following last summer’s
in response to the Ipswich unmaintained gravel roads and
unprecedented wet weather
community,” Mayor Harding said. an additional $686,000 on gravel
which saw grass grow quickly.
roads in the next financial year.
For further information on the
Now, council has made an
mowing map: Council has outlined the
interactive mowing schedule
Maps.ipswich.qld.gov.au/mowing following projects in the
three-year capital program:
Waters Road, Calvert –
RESHAPING WASTE REDUCTION FY22 $300,000 to upgrade
from an existing unmaintained,
AND RECYCLING IN IPSWICH unformed gravel road
to a maintained gravel
A bold plan aimed at proactively road standard
managing the city’s waste and Borallon Station Road –
recycling challenges for the FY22 $200,000 for design
decade ahead has been adopted and FY23 $1.4 million
by Ipswich City Council. for construction
In 2018, China enacted its National Grandchester Mt Mort Road –
Sword Policy, banning the import FY22 $150,000 for design.
of most plastics and other
materials bound for that nation’s and forward-looking practices The kerb and channel program
recycling processors. in Ipswich. is expected to be rolled out over
the next three years. There will be
In response to this major shift the The strategy has four pillars that will around $15 million spent in Ipswich’s
federal and state governments have be actioned over the next 10 years: older and established suburbs.
placed resource recovery targets to
Expand the core collection The following new projects are
reduce landfill on local government.
service to include a food organics proposed for roll out in the first
To address this challenge and other
garden organics (FOGO) bin for 12 months of the program:
waste initiatives, council has adopted
all eligible Ipswich residents
the Resource Recovery Strategy and Hill Street (Mary Street to High
an associated Implementation Plan. Optimise the city’s co-mingled Street), Blackstone, $845,000
recycling service including
It includes initiatives like a trial of Springall Street (McGill Street
reintroduction of glass to the
food organics and garden organic to Charlotte Street), Basin
yellow-lid recycling bin
(FOGO) waste collection (read more Pocket, $275,000
on page 6) with a view to citywide Provide for a suitable kerbside
implementation, and a greater collection service where Gladstone Road (Ferret
emphasis on separating recycling out household waste demands are Street to William Street West),
of ‘red top’ bins. satisfied, and valuable resources Sadliers Crossing, $125,000.
are recovered For more information about the
The current council has sought to
address many years of inaction Have fit-for-purpose waste and 2021-2022 Budget visit
to effectively manage the city’s resource recovery infrastructure Ipswich.qld.gov.au/budget
burgeoning waste management that meets the needs of a
issues and plans to bring in modern growing city.
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September 2021
Spanning an area of 1,090 square kilometres, Ipswich is home
to more than 232,930 residents and counting making it the
fastest-growing city in Queensland.
ADVOCATING FOR IPSWICH
Ipswich City Council is ramping An additional $10m is needed to The under-construction Brisbane
up engagement with State achieve shovel-ready status. In the Lions training and support centre
and Federal governments to short term, $1m of federal funding is at Springfield Central is being
advocate for the city’s most needed towards the Options Analysis considered as the venue for the
critical regionally significant to supplement the committed $1.5m football preliminaries and modern
projects that will transform the of joint state and council funding. pentathlon in the 2032 Games.
whole of Ipswich.
To unlock the Ipswich CBD, a second Ipswich City Council will continue to
Ipswich is the fastest growing region river crossing is needed to divert lobby both the State and Federal
in Queensland and will welcome an 13,300 non-essential vehicles and governments for the $2.5m needed
additional 330,000 people over the provide network capacity to support to finalise planning of the North
next 20 years. population growth. Ipswich Sport and Entertainment
Precinct, towards a Townsville-
The Ipswich region needs investment Council has funded pre-investment
stadium style revitalisation of
to address gaps in social and planning to date, and $2.5m of
North Ipswich Reserve.
transport infrastructure to support government support is needed to
social opportunity, economic progress to shovel-ready status. This project would boost Ipswich’s
development and liveability. capability to host events during the
Council is also advocating for
2032 Olympics.
The 25km Ipswich to Springfield upgrades to the Cunningham
Central Public Transport Corridor Highway Amberley intersection To seize the window of opportunity
is council’s foremost priority to and Warrego Highway Mt Crosby presented by the 2032 Olympics and
address transport inequality in its Interchange. The 2032 Olympics upcoming Federal Election, council
key growth corridors. provides an opportunity to secure is finalising its tactical advocacy
long-term legacy and council approach to secure investment in
It will service existing communities
is advocating to all levels of Ipswich’s future.
and an estimated 70 per cent of
government for investment that will
future regional population growth. Council is ready to work with all levels of
support our future population of
government to ensure that outcomes
558,000 people by 2041.
are delivered for the people of Ipswich.
CONTACT DETAILS
Mayor Teresa Harding
Phone (07) 3810 6011
Email mayor@ipswich.qld.gov.au An artist’s impression of the
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Division 1 Update
Cr Jacob Madsen and Cr Sheila Ireland
INLAND RAIL UPDATE DELIVERING
Ipswich City Council has Council consulted with the Office FOR OUR CITY
responded to the Environmental of the Coordinator General, and
other impacted councils, including In addition to city-wide
Impact Statement (EIS) for the
Scenic Rim, Lockyer Valley and investment in assets and
47-kilometre Helidon to Calvert services, the 2021–2022 council
section of the $5 billion Inland Toowoomba, Transport and
Main Roads, and the Australian budget includes $7.73m in
Rail Project. capital for important projects
Department of Infrastructure in
The response highlighted the preparing the submission. in Division 1.
impacts on traffic and road Many of these investments will
Council adopted a response
safety of new level crossings, also support local businesses
to the EIS for the 53-kilometre
and risks regarding emergency Calvert to Kaguru section in and employment. Highlights for
management, noise and March, highlighting the need Division 1 include:
native flora and fauna among for more information on traffic Over $4m in asset
other issues in its submission impacts and monitoring of air and rehabilitation, including:
to the Australian Rail Track water quality during the section’s
Corporation (ARTC). construction and operation. > Nearly $1.5m in bridge,
culvert and kerb and channel
Council unanimously adopted the View council’s submissions at upgrades, including:
submission at a meeting in July. Ipswich.qld.gov.au/inlandrail
» $786,000 in kerb and
channel upgrades,
including $480,000
at Kirton Street and
CENTRE DELIVERS $266,000 at Laurel Street
FOR COMMUNITY > $1.691m in sealed road
rehabilitation, such as
The Redbank Plains Community repairs and resurfacing (with
Centre celebrated its third $1.156m dedicated to South
birthday this year and in a short Station Road A and B)
period of time it has forged $845,000 in drainage works
a strong connection with the at Hill Street
community and continues to make
a difference in the lives of the $850,000 sports facility
most marginalised. upgrades, including: Redbank
Plains Recreational Reserve,
Managed by Multicultural Australia, sport field lights
the centre is run with the vision of
providing a welcoming, safe, and $1m in Redbank Plains youth
inclusive space for everyone and to recreation and skate area
make a meaningful impact to the $738,000 in local park
Redbank Plains community. upgrades, including:
The services it provides include: > $418,000 for Hardings
youth support, playgrounds, Paddock visitor hut
Cr Jacob Madsen, Cr Sheila Ireland
multicultural lunches, financial and Centre Manager Jeril Thomas and Infrastructure
counselling, community morning
teas, photography groups, English > $200,000 – multiple
classes and more. There is a monthly “Sisterhood and Man Up programs, projects at White Rock,
activity calendar which is regularly which are also run at the centre, Spring Mountain
updated on the Redbank Plains provide support for men and women $525,000 in environmental and
Community Centre Facebook page. to overcome domestic violence and waterway protection projects,
substance abuse, as well as deal with including erosion prevention.
“The centre also hosts support
mental health concerns,” Division 1
programs including children’s health For more information about
Councillor Jacob Madsen said.
clinics and antenatal clinics, learner the 2021-2022 budget visit
driver programs, immunisation The centre is an initiative of Ipswich.qld.gov.au/budget
clinics, library programs,” Division 1 the Ipswich City Council and the
Councillor Sheila Ireland said. Queensland State Government.
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September 2021
Division 1 stretches from Mt Mort in the west to White Rock in
the east and includes Blackstone, Calvert, Deebing Heights,
Ebenezer, Flinders View, Goolman, Grandchester, Jeebropilly,
Lower Mount Walker, Mount Forbes, Mount Walker West,
Mutdapilly, Peak Crossing, Purga, Raceview, Redbank Plains,
Ripley, South Ripley, Swanbank and Willowbank.
IN BRIEF NEW PLAYGROUNDS READY
Road upgrade FOR FUN AT REDBANK PLAINS
Council boosted its commitment to
delivering safe and functional rural Ipswich City Council has “I’d like to thank the State
roads by 40 per cent on last year’s completed works to both Government for stimulating the local
budget. Council has committed Gumleaf Park and Redbank economy by investing in community
$300,000 to upgrading Waters Plains Recreation Reserve. infrastructure that gives local
Road at Calvert from an existing The Redbank Plains Recreation families a safe place to come and
unmaintained road to a maintained Reserve playground received play,” Cr Madsen said.
standard. It’s a road that is heavily a $2 million extension to the “I welcome residents to come and
used by the local community and children’s playground, with new see these new parks and bring their
works will be programmed to equipment tailored to Ipswich’s children to try out the upgraded
improve the usability of the road. youngest residents. play equipment.”
The Redbank Plains Recreation
Division 1 Councillor Sheila Ireland
Be healthy and active Reserve playground works were
said the parks are not only safer but
jointly funded by council and the
The warmer months are a great also lighter and brighter than ever.
State Government under the COVID
time to get outside and be active.
Works for Queensland program, “The park not only looks great, but the
A range of free and low-cost
with the State Government new shelter lighting should address
sessions including activities such
contributing $1.8 million. some of the community safety
as walking, running, Zumba, yoga,
Tai Chi and more are held across Gumleaf Park works included a new concerns,” Cr Sheila Ireland said.
the region as part of council’s two-meter wide footpath, new timber “The new pathways, lighting, brand
Active and Healthy program. bollards, park furniture, landscaping, new toilet block and upgrade to the
For a full calendar of sessions, visit lighting and new play equipment. extension to the existing car park at
Ipswich.qld.gov.au and search for
Division 1 Councillor Jacob Madsen Redbank Plains Recreation Reserve
‘active and healthy’.
said the works to both playgrounds not only improves the look and feel
would benefit the many young of the park but also makes
Councillors coming to you families in our community. it accessible.”
Ipswich City Councillors are coming
to you, in your community
regularly throughout the year
as part of a commitment to
engaging the community.
Community Matters catch-ups
offer an opportunity to discuss
important issues in your area,
provide feedback on projects
and have a say about community
engagement initiatives council
is undertaking. To find out more
head to Ipswich.qld.gov.au/
communitymatters
Cr Sheila Ireland and Cr Jacob Madsen get into
the swing of things at Redbank Plains Recreation Reserve
CONTACT DETAILS
Cr Sheila Ireland Cr Jacob Madsen
Phone (07) 3810 8190 Phone (07) 3810 8191
Mob 0499 015 883 Mob 0499 015 031
Email sheila.ireland@ipswich.qld.gov.au Email jacob.madsen@ipswich.qld.gov.au
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Division 2 Update
Cr Paul Tully and Cr Nicole Jonic
ROAD PROJECTS ON TRACK BUDGET FUNDS
Two major road projects presented to council for approval UPGRADES
are taking shape in Division in November,” Cr Tully said.
2 – the Springfield Parkway/ In addition to city-wide
“In the new year residents investment in assets and
Springfield Greenbank Arterial
can expect to see roadworks services, the 2021–2022 council
duplication and stage 3 of the
kicking off in earnest on the budget includes nearly $20m
Redbank Plains Road upgrade.
Springfield Greenbank Arterial in capital for many important
Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully from Sinnathamby Boulevard to projects in Division 2.
said work to duplicate the Springfield Parkway.”
Opossum Creek Bridge as part This includes significant
Division 2 Councillor and Deputy funding for council’s capital
of the Springfield Parkway/
Mayor Nicole Jonic said with strategy to help ensure Ipswich
Springfield Greenbank Arterial
Jansen Street extension works builds and maintains high
project was progressing well.
complete, the project team quality infrastructure.
This is jointly funded by Ipswich
working on Redbank Plains Road
City Council and the Australian This includes smaller projects
upgrade would now turn its
Government through the Roads such as a $75,000 upgrade
attention to main works.
to Recovery Program. to Richardson Park, Goodna,
“Service relocations are happening including a playground, through
“Council went to tender in late
and the team is gearing up for to strategically important multi-
July for a principal contractor –
road works to start early in the million dollar road projects.
the preferred bid will be
new year,” Cr Jonic said.
Highlights for Division 2 in the
2021–2022 council budget include:
FORGET FOMO, $16.5m – road projects,
including Queen/Albert Street,
IT’S ALL ABOUT FOGO Springfield Greenbank Arterial
and Springfield Parkway
and Springfield – Greenbank
What is FOGO? It stands for Food
Arterial, including:
Organics, Garden Organics – and it’s
basically composting. > $1.4m – road safety and
operations – Brisbane,
Deputy Mayor and Councillor Nicole
Old Logan, Addison and
Jonic would like to thank residents
Cairns Roads
in Bellbird Park and Raceview who
are participating in the FOGO trial. > $471,000 – kerb and
You are doing your bit to help channel upgrades
our environment.
$1.836m – sport facilities
Ipswich households combined throw upgrade to Atlantic Drive
away the same amount of food Sporting Complex – Sport Field
as approximately 100 Boeing C-17 and Lighting, Springfield
Globemaster III aircrafts. That’s
a lot of food waste that could be $430,000 – street furniture
composted to enrich our soils. upgrades at Trevor Street,
Bellbird Park
Why do we need to change? Cr Nicole Jonic with a FOGO bin
Currently, organics in your general $361,000 – parks, sports
bin are going straight to landfill and environmental
which contributes to 13 million tonnes and soiled paper (even pizza boxes), projects, including:
of Greenhouse emissions in Australia, pet waste and animal manure, > $137,000 – waterway
while contributing to leachates and Australian certified compostable bin rehabilitation in
toxins that can seep from under liners (look for the seeding logo). Woogaroo Creek
landfill sites and contaminate
Did you know? The Federal and > $108,000 – Springfield
groundwater, creeks and rivers.
State Governments have set targets Central Sports Complex.
What can FOGO? Food scraps and for councils to rollout FOGO by
leftovers, meat scraps and bones, 2023, and the State Government For more information about
garden waste, dairy products, used wants a 55 per cent reduction in the 2021–2022 budget visit
paper towel and tissues, shredded organics going to landfill by 2025. Ipswich.qld.gov.au/budget
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September 2021
Division 2 stretches from Gailes in the north to
Spring Mountain in the south, and includes Augustine Heights,
Bellbird Park, Brookwater, Camira, Goodna, Springfield
and more.
IN BRIEF ‘PAINTING’ THE TOWN PURPLE
Community ideas sought Goodna’s reputation as a Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully
Ipswich residents are being called jacaranda tree hotspot will said Goodna’s association with
on to share what community continue for generations to come jacaranda trees stretched back to
facilities they want to see as with council recently planting the Great Depression.
council moves to protect and 100 new trees in the suburb.
“The original trees which the suburb
enhance the city’s lifestyle amid The trees were planted at Evan is well-known for were planted by
state-leading growth. Council Marginson Park, Kippen Park, Leslie work gangs in 1932 and many have
plays a leading role in planning Park, Warren Park and Richardson stood the test of time, enduring
for and investing in facilities such Park near the Goodna boat ramp. three major floods – in 1955, 1974
as libraries, art galleries and and 2011.
community centres. To help shape Division 2 Councillor Deputy Mayor
the future of these services, visit Nicole Jonic said the new plantings “It’s hard to imagine the work gangs
Shapeyouripswich.com.au by replaced trees previously removed who planted these trees would have
17 October. due to storm damage and ill health. expected at the time that their
efforts would still be brightening up
“Goodna is well renowned for its
our community all these decades on.
Give graffiti the flick jacaranda trees and I’m thrilled to
see these trees planted across our “Just as those trees planted in 1932,
Ipswich City Council is committed local parks,” Cr Jonic said. I’m sure these new trees planted
to the rapid removal of graffiti throughout the Brisbane Terrace
throughout the city. If your “As well as replacing removed
precinct will stand as a testament
property has been targeted trees, new trees were planted
to the resilience and strength of
by graffiti, a free removal kit is around Goodna area to enhance
Goodna’s community spirit for
available and can be collected from the suburb’s already iconic
many years to come.”
council’s customer service centre jacaranda precinct.”
and the Ipswich Visitor Information
Centre at Queens Park. A graffiti
removal trailer is also available free
of charge. For more information
phone 3810 6666 or visit
Ipswich.qld.gov.au
Councillor catch-ups
Ipswich City Councillors are coming
to you, in your community regularly
throughout the year as part of
a commitment to engaging the
community. Community Matters
catch-ups offer an opportunity
to discuss important issues in
your area, provide feedback on
projects and have a say about
community engagement initiatives
council is undertaking. To find out
more head to Ipswich.qld.gov.au/
communitymatters Cr Paul Tully and Deputy Mayor Cr Nicole Jonic at Richardson Park
Inset: Trees on Brisbane Terrace in bloom
CONTACT DETAILS
Cr Paul Tully Cr Nicole Jonic
Phone (07) 3810 8192 Phone (07) 3810 8193
Email paul.tully@ipswich.qld.gov.au Email nicole.jonic@ipswich.qld.gov.au
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Division 3 Update
Cr Marnie Doyle and Cr Andrew Fechner
SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY INVESTING IN
Did you know that council offers Ipswich Hospice Care – OUR FUTURE
a range of funding support for to assist with the purchase
local community organisations, of much-needed In addition to city-wide
investment in assets and services,
including Councillor clinical equipment
the 2021–2022 council budget
Discretionary Funds?
Ipswich Knights Soccer includes nearly $21.7m in
These funds can assist eligible Club – to replace damaged capital for many important
not-for-profit community football goals Division 3 projects.
organisations to deliver
Ipswich Ratepayers and This includes significant funding for
community initiatives
Residents Association – council’s capital strategy to help
and activities.
to purchase a weather safe ensure Ipswich builds and maintains
Recent Division 3 recipients of marquee and a pull up banner high quality infrastructure.
Councillor Discretionary funding for community events
Highlights in the 2021–2022 council
have included:
ArtsConnect Ipswich Inc – budget for Division 3 include:
Riverview Neighbourhood to support the Our Stories
$18m – Asset rehabilitation,
Watch – to support the exhibition featuring the works
including:
Muscle in Maculata 2021 of local Indigenous artists
community event >$
4m – Road rehabilitation
Riverview State School –
projects, including $1.874m
Bremer State High School – to assist with the Diversity
for Stafford Street road
for student musicians to with Dance program.
resurfacing and rehabilitation
perform at local primary
For information about council and $670,0000 upgrade for
schools and attend a
grants, including how to apply, Bremer Street
Queensland Symphony
visit Ipswich.qld.gov.au/funding
Orchestra performance >$
1m – Footpath rehabilitation:
at QPAC Blackstone Road
Footpath Rehabilitation
$692,000 – Civic asset upgrades:
GREENING OUR CITY HEART including Queens Park, Civic
Centre forecourt upgrade,
Council has completed several Art Gallery upgrade
greening projects in Ipswich Central, Ipswich Central is
looking a little greener >$
200,000 – Sports facility
adding shade, reducing urban heat, rehabilitation, including
and using recycled materials to $100,000 for Bundamba Swim
improve the city centre. Centre Toddler Pool resurfacing
Vertical gardens have been installed $1.125m – Parks, sports and
on Limestone Street walls and 20 environment projects, including:
planter boxes are in place along
Brisbane and Limestone streets. >$
500,000 – Denmark Hill
Recreational Upgrades
Division 3 Councillor Marnie Doyle
said the added greenery would help >$
150,000 – planning and design
beautify the streetscape and create for BMX Track (Wiley Street
additional shade. Park) Canteen Upgrade
“Making Ipswich Central more visually $1.345m – Transport and traffic
pleasing will benefit local residents projects, including:
and also improve the amenity of >$
1m – Eastern Ipswich
our beautiful city as we seek to reuse and recycling of materials Bikeway Link
encourage more visitors to explore during the planting process.
our historic streets and to visit local >$
100,000 – Planning for
As part of the Ipswich Central Blackstone Road/Thomas
galleries, restaurants and shops,”
Revitalisation project, council has Street/Creek Street
Cr Doyle said.
replaced fairy lights in two trees intersection upgrade.
“Council has been conscious to along Brisbane Street, with the aim
make the project as environmentally of enhancing the night-time economy For more information about
friendly as possible through the and beautifying Ipswich Central. the 2021-2022 budget visit
Ipswich.qld.gov.au/budget
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September 2021
Division 3 stretches from One Mile and Leichhardt in the
west to parts of Redbank in the east, and includes Booval,
Bundamba, Collingwood Park, Dinmore, Eastern Heights,
Riverview, Silkstone, Woodend and more.
IN BRIEF SMOOTHER RIDE FOR
Parks ready for play IPSWICH ROAD USERS
With the cooler months behind
us, it’s a great time to get out Ipswich road users will have noticed Councillor Marnie Doyle said the
and enjoy our wonderful local a smoother ride along two busy road resurfacing will improve
parks. Over the past few months, Division 3 roads with resurfacing comfort and safety for road users.
council crews have provided new works now complete at Roseberry
“Roseberry Parade and Brisbane
layers of organic mulch softfall to Parade, Woodend and Brisbane
Road are important roads, relied
106 playgrounds across Ipswich, Road, Redbank.
upon by residents and commuters,
including many in Division 3. While The Roseberry Parade works and these upgrades make them
there, crews also trimmed branches included road reconstruction, safer and more comfortable,”
and ensured concrete paths were sewerage upgrades, and new Cr Doyle said.
clear. North Booval’s MJ Kinnane line markings. To help minimise
Park was one to benefit, receiving “We’re delighted that the significant
impact on school traffic, council
new softfall in the playground area upgrades are complete and sincerely
commenced and completed this
to provide a comfy and safe thank residents, businesses, and
project during the winter
landing for little humans. road users for their patience.
school holidays.
Councillor Andrew Fechner said the
Boost for Bremer The Brisbane Road repairs took
new drainage on Brisbane Road will
place between Mine and Bridge
The town reaches of the Bremer help the area better cope with
streets, with the works aiming
River are a little lovelier with the heavy rainfall.
to improve the surface of this
removal of 75 shopping trolleys busy road and address drainage “The improved Brisbane Road
over three clean-up events held issues. Works included excavation drainage will help the area better
throughout the past year. Council of the existing road surface, cope with heavy rainfall and improve
is committed to improving the placing of new road gravel, safety for residents, businesses, and
natural environment and local sealing the road surface, and road users,” Cr Fechner said.
amenity for the community. It is replacing some sections of kerb
illegal for a shopping trolley to be “The new drainage will also
and channel.
removed from a retail premises, extend the lifespan of the road
with on-the-spot fines applicable. for many years.”
Speak with your councillors
Community Matters catch-ups
are another opportunity to speak
with your councillors about council
issues, activities, and projects. Look
for your Division 3 councillors at
Booval Fair, Collingwood Plaza,
Ipswich Central Library, Leichhardt
One Mile Community Centre,
Redbank Plaza, and Riverview
Community Centre. Dates and times
are available at Ipswich.qld.gov.au/
communitymatters
Cr Andrew Fechner and Cr Marnie Doyle at Roseberry Parade
CONTACT DETAILS
Cr Marnie Doyle Cr Andrew Fechner
Phone (07) 3810 8194 Phone (07) 3810 8195
Mob 0499 018 360 Mob 0499 016 787
Email marnie.doyle@ipswich.qld.gov.au Email andrew.fechner@ipswich.qld.gov.au
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Division 4 Update
Cr Russell Milligan and Cr Kate Kunzelmann
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE SUPPORTING
The needs of swimming stars of With the population of Rosewood OUR GROWTH
the future and those who just set to more than quadruple in the
like a splash will be considered next two decades and no publicly In addition to city-wide
as part of Ipswich City Council’s available alternative in the area investment in assets and
master planning and design of the new design will be vital. services, the 2021–2022 council
the Rosewood Aquatic Centre. budget includes over $4.8m
“To meet the needs of the in capital for many important
“The current pool facilities have community, council is developing projects in Division 4.
reached the end of their useful the Aquatic Facilities Action
life so council this financial year Plan and the Rosewood Centre This includes significant
and next is examining what the falls under this plan,” Division 4 funding for council’s capital
facility could look like,” Division 4 Councillor Russell Milligan said. strategy to help ensure Ipswich
Councillor Kate Kunzelmann said. builds and maintains high
“The new plan will guide the quality infrastructure.
“The planning will inform council’s planning, delivery and promotion
investment in upgrades to the of quality facilities and programs Highlights in the 2021–2022 budget
existing facility.” for swim centres, swimming for Division 4 include:
lagoon and water playgrounds $2.28m – Asset rehabilitation,
The Centre was opened in 1966
across the region.” including:
and last underwent repairs in 2019.
> $663,000 – Rosewood
Showground Amenity Block
BAYS PUT BRAKE
> $494,000 – sealed road
rehabilitation projects
ON PARKING ISSUE > $408,000 – Sutton Park
Skate Facility
There has been a marked $425, 000 – local drainage
improvement in parking on a local and flood mitigation works
street near a busy Ipswich high
school after the introduction of $150,000 – Rosewood
designated parking bays. Library upgrades
Division 4 Councillor Russell Milligan $1.289m – Parks,
said he was pleased with the result sports and environment
on Vogel Road at Brassall near projects, including:
Ipswich State High School. > $745,000 – Sutton Park
“Community concerns were raised Skate Facility Upgrade
earlier this year about some > $200,000 – Rosewood
motorists visiting the school parking Showgrounds – New Amenities
too close to residential driveways, and BBQ Hut
impacting residents coming and going
from their homes,” Cr Milligan said. > $100,000 – Tivoli Sporting
Complex upgrade
“I asked council’s traffic engineers to Cr Russell Milligan with parking bays
investigate the situation to see if a on Vogel Road at Brassall $672,000 – Transport and
solution could be found. traffic projects, including:
“An on-site investigation confirmed “This is a simple and cost-effective > $306,000 –
the issue, which was particularly solution which has delivered important Pine Mountain Road
prominent during peak school pick- access and safety improvements for > $150,000 – Brassall
up and drop-off times.” local residents and motorists,” Division Bikeway Stage 6a –
4 Councillor Kate Kunzelmann said. Pathway Connection Stage 1
To alleviate the problem, Ipswich City
Council marked parking bays along “It is a wonderful example of what to Riverlink.
Vogel Road between Leahy Street can be achieved when council and For more information about
and the rear entrance to Ipswich the community work together to the 2021-2022 budget visit
State High School. achieve positive outcomes.” Ipswich.qld.gov.au/budget
10September 2021
Division 4 stretches from Woolshed in the west to
Barellan Point in the east, and includes Rosewood,
Brassall, Amberley, Pine Mountain, Yamanto, Karalee,
Marburg and more.
IN BRIEF LOBLEY PARK LOOKING LOVELY
Suppressant trial If you haven’t been to Lobley Park “This iconic Ipswich park with its
As part of council’s commitment to on Warwick Road at Churchill of aviation-themed playground is a
improving the local road network, late, you’re in for a treat when family favourite,” Cr Milligan said.
a dust suppression trial will be you next visit.
“These upgrades are important
carried out at Walloon this financial Council recently completed as council continues to deliver
year. The works will extend from improvements to the much-loved community facilities suitable to our
Haigslea Amberley Road to the park, and they are ready for growing community.”
end of the existing formed road residents to enjoy.
on Hodgsons Road and along the Division 4 Councillor Kate
entire length of the formed road The works completed included Kunzelmann said the upgrades were
on Budd Lane. The trial includes a replacing the existing timber a welcome addition to the park.
dust suppression bitumen seal to bollards with a 1.2m high aluminium
“These upgrades will benefit local
the existing gravel surface. fence and new signage at the
families now and for many years to
park’s entrance.
come,” Cr Kunzelmann said.
Reserve upgrade on way Landscaping was also undertaken
“There is no shortage of fun to be
Design is underway for new change including upgrading the existing
had at Lobley Park and I encourage
rooms to be built to replace the park gardens and replanting in
local families to visit the park to
existing facilities within Blue Gum selected areas.
enjoy the new and improved facilities.
Reserve at Karalee. Under council’s Lobley Park is renowned for its mock
three-year capital works program, “The spring months are a great
cargo plane play space and imitation
construction is expected in the time to get out and about and
air-traffic control tower alongside
2022–2023 financial year. This is enjoy the many wonderful parks
other attractions including parachute
certainly something for reserve right across Ipswich.”
swings and a barbecue area.
users to look forward to! Keep This project was developed with
your eye on council’s civic projects Division 4 Councillor Russell Milligan
the support of the Queensland
page online for updates as the said the city’s parks were an asset to
Government under the Unite and
design progresses. the community.
Recover Community Stimulus
Package in association with
Share your concerns Ipswich City Council.
Ipswich City Councillors are coming
to you, in your community regularly
throughout the year as part of
a commitment to engaging the
community. Community Matters
catch-ups offer an opportunity
to discuss important issues in
your area, provide feedback on
projects and have a say about
community engagement initiatives
council is undertaking. To find out
more head to Ipswich.qld.gov.au/
communitymatters
Cr Russell Milligan and Cr Kate Kunzelmann at Lobley Park
CONTACT DETAILS
Cr Russell Milligan Cr Kate Kunzelmann
Phone (07) 3810 8197 Phone (07) 3810 8196
Email russell.milligan@ipswich.qld.gov.au Mob 0499 014 884
FACEBOOK-SQUARE RussellMilliganIpswich Email kate.kunzelmann@ipswich.qld.gov.au
FACEBOOK-SQUARE CouncillorKateKunzelmann
11Ipswich City Councillors are coming to you,
in your community, as part of our
Community Community Matters program.
Matters Redbank Plains Town Square
28 October | 4–6pm
Springfield Fair
9 October | 10am-12pm
Catch up with Ripley Valley Town Square
13 November | 9–11am
Evan Marginson Park
16 October | 9.30-11am
your Councillors
DIVISION 2
DIVISION 1
Booval Fair Karalee Shopping Centre
11 October | 10am–12pm 13 October | 11am–2pm
Coles Silkstone Yamanto Shopping Centre
11 October | 1–3pm 8 November | 10am–12pm
DIVISION 4
DIVISION 3
For the full list of locations, dates and times
visit Ipswich.qld.gov.au/communitymatters
or call (07) 3810 6666.
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