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322 articles published in 2017.

Ambulance officers ask you to keep new year safe 2017-12-29
January 31: Facebook course for seniors 2017-12-28
January 30: Built for Speed continues at gallery 2017-12-28
January 29: Exhibition straight from the art 2017-12-28
January 28: Charcoal cooking demonstration 2017-12-28
January 27: Coco meets The Last Jedi at Tivoli 2017-12-28
January 26: Market day starts early at Orion 2017-12-28
January 25: Jazz musician takes centre stage 2017-12-28
January 24: Early morning adventure walk 2017-12-28
January 23: Cocktail making class at Spicers 2017-12-28
January 22: Celebration of wine at Moonlight Cinema 2017-12-28
January 21: Two exhibitions wrap up at Workshops Rail Museum 2017-12-28
January 20: Christopher Robin and the Orient Express 2017-12-28
January 19: Feasting dinner around the barn 2017-12-28
January 18: Charcuterie by the pool 2017-12-28
January 17: Mid-week races return 2017-12-28
January 16: Kids go wild with wildlife encounter 2017-12-28
January 15: Anyone for morning lawn games? 2017-12-28
January 14: Showplace markets for an early start 2017-12-28
January 13: Austen Tayshus speaks Australiana 2017-12-28
January 12: Discover the best way to get rid of cane toads 2017-12-28
January 11: Rob Rosenlund shuffles through the memories 2017-12-28
January 10: Summer Reading Club an under 18 event 2017-12-28
January 9: Think, act and play like an entrepreneur 2017-12-28
January 8: Afternoon of rock ‘n’ roll at Brothers 2017-12-28
January 7: Give blood for the new year 2017-12-28
January 6: Psychedelic Stem Cells on stage 2017-12-28
January 5: Giant board games, VR driving competition, library fun 2017-12-28
January 4: Store offers three books for price of two 2017-12-28
January 3: Built for Speed at art gallery 2017-12-28
January 2: Piglets Bert and Ernie new nature centre stars 2017-12-28
Can’t find the “what’s on” day you’re after? Try here 2017-12-27
Say goodbye to 2017: 11 Things to Do December 29 to January 5 2017-12-27
Koala’s secret nightlife caught on camera 2017-12-27
11 things to do: Special New Year’s Eve edition 2017-12-27
Holiday Reading – Books that have been turned into Movies, or soon will be 2017-12-26
That’ll Do Pig. That’ll Do. 2017-12-21
Ipswich flood of 1893 recreated in computer game 2017-12-21
Your guide to Christmas Day church services in Ipswich 2017-12-21
Mayor supports USQ funding calls 2017-12-20
Record number of visitors to Ipswich 2017-12-20
The champions of Redbank Plains put community in the Centre 2017-12-20
The unexpected spot to grab stocking fillers this Christmas 2017-12-19
This beaut’ ute is still turning heads after 90 years 2017-12-19
Doughnut lovers rejoice – Krispy Kreme opens at Redbank Plains 2017-12-19
Real Life Santas prepare to help those in need 2017-12-19
Celebrate the season: 11 Things to Do December 22 to 29 2017-12-18
Ipswich Quiz: Week 12 brain busters 2017-12-18
Blue Collars and a Blue Baby 2017-12-17
Ipswich Mini Crafters make big effort to honour former member 2017-12-17
The Christmas fun keeps on coming: 11 Things to Do 18 to 21 December 2017-12-17
What’s hot at the movies this holiday season 2017-12-17
Back to where it all began as Jets fullback’s career takes flight 2017-12-17
Have you seen this girl? 2017-12-15
Witnesses to fatal crash sought 2017-12-15
Want to sell your house? Here’s how to stand out from the crowd 2017-12-15
Barty back to get Key to the City as Aus Open approaches 2017-12-14
Breaking gender divide rejuvenates harmony club 2017-12-14
Three tips for festive health and happiness: Doggy style 2017-12-14
Barty back in Ipswich, Christmas markets, community carols: 11 Things to Do December 15 to 18 2017-12-14
Is this the answer to keeping our kids safe behind the wheel? 2017-12-12
Deb on track to attend fifth Commonwealth Games 2017-12-12
Strategy workshop aimed at boosting Defence industry in Ipswich 2017-12-12
Council reviews sporting event sponsorship program 2017-12-12
Salvation Army and Brothers Leagues get support 2017-12-12
It’s not Frosty, Ipswich’s own Snowy 2017-12-12
Council cuts red tape for entertainment venues 2017-12-11
Ipswich Quiz: Week 11 brain busters 2017-12-11
Celebration of a remarkable 108.5 years 2017-12-10
What happens after you flush 2017-12-10
Top 5 tips – Christmas on a budget 2017-12-10
Council provides funding for new SES controller 2017-12-08
Cultural grants improve community engagement 2017-12-08
Cat and dog owners being well informed 2017-12-08
Mayor supports Christmas road safety campaign 2017-12-08
Take a guided tour of the Christmas lights: 11 Things to Do December 11 to 14 2017-12-08
Cool places to celebrate love and marriage in Ipswich 2017-12-08
New bid to clean up the Bremer River 2017-12-07
A life of helping others allows Bonnie Davidson to help herself 2017-12-07
Safer parking around schools target for next year 2017-12-07
Tender awarded for Leichhardt and Bundamba pools 2017-12-07
Off-leash dog park code of conduct 2017-12-07
A merry Christmas for Rosewood and a happy new year in Springfield 2017-12-07
Community carols, live music and summer fun: 11 Things to Do December 8 to 11 2017-12-07
How you too can climb trees, and park your inner fears 2017-12-07
Council to uncover a hidden tomb 2017-12-05
Funding extended to rural areas of Ipswich 2017-12-05
Tips for taking Christmas Lights pictures with your Mobile Phone 2017-12-05
Cycling hazards reduced on city roads and paths 2017-12-05
Council puts State Government on notice over Ripley Valley 2017-12-04
Ipswich Quiz: Week 10 brain busters 2017-12-04
Blind cricket player inspires fast bowling son to follow family dream 2017-12-04
Ipswich ready for a busy mosquito season 2017-12-03
Changing lives: High school student in tune with healing power of music 2017-12-03
See the lights this Christmas: 11 Things to Do December 4 to 7 2017-12-03
Ipswich Seniors Singalong 2017-12-03
Judy Baker the Flower Maker 2017-12-03
Brisbane Street West Ipswich to gain third lane 2017-12-01
Find the best way to shape up for summer, and join our team to train Ipswich 2017-11-30
University boss says campuses will keep best and brightest in Ipswich 2017-11-30
The Silvery Sounds of Christmas 2017-11-30
Deck the halls, there’s Christmas everywhere: 11 things to do December 1-3 2017-11-30
Weather bureau: This Summer has a 2010 feel about it 2017-11-28
Ipswich voted, now hear from your elected MPs 2017-11-28
Barking dogs: Ipswich goes high tech to find new solutions for old problem 2017-11-28
“Dad never lost his courage”: Daughters dedicate race day to a cancer free future 2017-11-27
Drones to help Smart City push 2017-11-26
Helping Those Helping Others 2017-11-26
Live music, boot camp and chocolate chat: 11 Things to Do November 27 to 30 2017-11-26
What’s in a name? The stories behind Ipswich’s streets 2017-11-26
Subscribe to Ipswich First 2017-11-23
Mayor wants Labor to match LNP Lions promise 2017-11-23
Meet the man behind the brain teasers at Yamanto 2017-11-23
On the map: Where to vote in Ipswich this weekend 2017-11-22
Don’t miss these shows at Ipswich Civic Centre in 2018 2017-11-22
The Choirboys in concert, flashback Friday film and book bargains: 11 Things to Do November 24 to 26 2017-11-22
d’Arcy Doyle painting a jewel among city-owned treasures 2017-11-21
What on Earth are those brick towers? 2017-11-21
Not all trivia, librarian of 47 years dispels the myth 2017-11-21
Rosewood gains status as an RV-friendly town 2017-11-20
Ipswich Quiz: Week 8 brain busters 2017-11-20
Off the Wall art a collection of time 2017-11-19
Ipswich Elder to be given Key to the City 2017-11-19
5 Things you didn’t know about The Workshops Rail Museum 2017-11-19
Ballet, coding and Irish dance: 11 Things To Do November 20 to 23 2017-11-19
Council endorses new-look Audit and Risk Management Committee 2017-11-17
Council chases Cycle Network grants 2017-11-17
Augustine Heights fossil site under Queensland Museum microscope 2017-11-17
These seven bargain buys will go under the hammer at council car auction 2017-11-17
New location for Safe City security headquarters 2017-11-17
Complaints set to ramp up on overgrown and unsightly properties 2017-11-17
Kerbside collection done and dusted 2017-11-17
Ipswich Quiz: Week 9 brain busters 2017-11-17
Ipswich on the map with major tourism gongs 2017-11-16
Discover Ipswich wants your local knowledge 2017-11-16
Pest animals the focus of review to reduce loss of native wildlife 2017-11-16
Ipswich Motorsport Park company to be wound up 2017-11-16
New food safety program for Ipswich 2017-11-16
Where the Queen’s Baton Relay will go in Ipswich 2017-11-16
Five things you probably didn’t know were included in the Ipswich Heritage Program 2017-11-15
Improved experience for Ipswich library users 2017-11-15
Councillors take aim at Valuer-General 2017-11-15
Fused and fired up to celebrate the arts again 2017-11-15
Funding puts tourist railway improvements on track 2017-11-15
Smokers get red card within 10m of sporting fields 2017-11-14
What Springfield’s new library will look like 2017-11-14
Details for Friday’s community Christmas party, plus what the mayor wants under our tree 2017-11-14
Ipswich Quiz: Week 7 brain busters 2017-11-14
Ipswich’s hotspot suburbs and why so many people are moving here 2017-11-14
Big things are happening at Small Creek 2017-11-14
Five key community outcomes from the November Ipswich City Council meeting 2017-11-13
Netball’s 2018 State Age Championships to be in Ipswich 2017-11-13
Four Words for our Four-Legged Owners 2017-11-12
Is this Ipswich’s best kept beauty therapy secret? 2017-11-12
Tell us how you want to travel on public transport in Ipswich 2017-11-10
A Memorial for ‘Shop-Mates’ 2017-11-09
This flower fashion really is for mourning people 2017-11-09
The story behind Ipswich RSL sub-branch’s Memorial Window 2017-11-09
Remembrance Day, Christmas markets and free Workshops entry: 11 Things to Do November 10 to 12 2017-11-09
Mid-week fun in the sun: 11 Things to Do November 13 to 16 2017-11-08
Storm and flood safety is child’s play 2017-11-08
Exactly what the mayor is saying to state election candidates 2017-11-07
Ipswich’s newest joey, just out of the pouch 2017-11-07
Ipswich CBD update: Mall milestones continue with rotunda removal and focus on food 2017-11-07
What is it that makes our city so smart? 2017-11-07
Ipswich Quiz: Week 6 brain busters 2017-11-06
WWI Nurses Remembered 2017-11-06
Melbourne Cup heartbreak won’t stop Bundamba boy Bayliss 2017-11-06
Ipswich businesses show diversity and strength 2017-11-05
Christmas lights, Lego and libraries: 11 Things to Do November 17 to 19 2017-11-05
What the future holds for Springfield 2017-11-05
11 things to do: November 6-9 2017-11-03
What we want from the next state government 2017-11-03
What the Hindu community is doing with 20 hectares and $3 million 2017-11-02
Five Ipswich artists add flair to Colours of Queensland 2017-11-02
Counter Meals – are they a thing of the past? 2017-11-02
11 things to do: November 3-5 2017-11-02
Two Minute Digital Download for Your Brain 2017-11-02
River 94.9 tops first Ipswich radio survey results 2017-10-31
How Ipswich is rewriting the book on libraries 2017-10-31
How to make the right fashion statement this Melbourne Cup 2017-10-31
11 things to do: Special Melbourne Cup Edition 2017-10-31
Ipswich Quiz: Week 5 brain busters 2017-10-30
One man’s mission to make a difference 2017-10-30
The lengths pet owners will go to on Halloween 2017-10-29
How an Ipswich man lost 72kg and changed his life 2017-10-29
Five top parenting tips 2017-10-29
11 things to do: October 30-November 2 2017-10-29
What the latest Census info says about Ipswich 2017-10-27
What it takes to collect a city’s rubbish 2017-10-26
Let Them Eat Cake…. and pies 2017-10-26
Ipswich school children sing about peace 2017-10-25
Market testing, transport plan and other decisions 2017-10-24
Councillors’ register of interests now easy to find 2017-10-24
The inside word on what makes a great hamburger 2017-10-24
Buy in these Ipswich suburbs now for future profit 2017-10-24
Ipswich Quiz: Week 4 brain busters 2017-10-23
Zombies, rugby and pasta: 11 Things to Do October 27-29 2017-10-23
Could this be Ipswich’s friendliest street? 2017-10-22
Ipswich Cycle Park gets closer to ticket to ride 2017-10-22
Ipswich arm wrestling champion set for greatest challenge yet 2017-10-22
Council decisions: Worms, wickets, wildlife and more 2017-10-22
Old time photos, happy hens and coding: 11 Things to Do October 23 to 26 2017-10-22
Your chance to test new vehicle technology on the streets of Ipswich 2017-10-19
What’s that pyramid-like thing with trees on top on the way into town? 2017-10-19
Grab your torch, it’s Ghost Story time 2017-10-19
Cabaret, Diwali and Oktoberfest: 11 Things to Do October 20 to 22 2017-10-18
Why Ipswich has become the mountain biking capital of Queensland 2017-10-17
All in a name: Things known as ‘Ipswich’ include a sparrow and a strain of salmonella 2017-10-17
Revealed: Who will carry Queen’s Baton in Ipswich 2017-10-17
Did you spot a touch of Ipswich in this TV ad? 2017-10-17
Get to know David Martin, Ipswich’s newest councillor 2017-10-17
Ipswich Quiz: Week 3 brain busters 2017-10-17
Peak Crossing pumpkin patch inspires tribute to Foote family 2017-10-15
The country showgrounds that is ground zero of a silent battle 2017-10-15
5 tips to keep your kitchen healthy 2017-10-15
Screens, stages and sports: 11 Things to Do October 16 to 19 2017-10-15
Five acts you just can’t miss at the Goodna Jacaranda Festival 2017-10-13
Ipswich nightlife reaches a bold new level 2017-10-12
Police bust a move at Diwali festival in Ipswich 2017-10-12
4 cool skills you can learn at SES (and its free!) 2017-10-12
Beast your weekend: 11 Things to Do October 13 to 15 2017-10-11
Timelapse tracks $7.6m road project, and it’s even more epic than the Star Wars trailer 2017-10-10
Ipswich Quiz: Week 2 brain busters 2017-10-10
Ipswich Koalas – How you can help 2017-10-10
End of line marks new beginning – How an Ipswich group gave iconic rail carriages a new lease on life 2017-10-09
The bubble house, and how NASA agreed to help 2017-10-09
Waste not, want not: How Ipswich makes waste innovation its business 2017-10-09
Hidden history revealed as Ipswich icon gets a new lease on life 2017-10-08
Romance writer in Ipswich, get in shape for summer, learn new tech skills: 11 Things to Do October 9 to 12 2017-10-08
Ipswich’s Oscar a winner on the big screen, shares film secrets and Doctor Who dreams 2017-10-08
International delegations a chance to discuss trade and investment opportunities 2017-10-06
Show us the money: $1 million boost for local jobs 2017-10-05
Furry friends on film: Find these adorable animals at the Ipswich Nature Centre 2017-10-05
Hunting treasures of the stone age: How to join the Ipswich rock drop craze 2017-10-04
Mauboy, markets and motorsport: 11 Things to Do October 6 to 8 2017-10-04
Community Kitchen: A journey to Nigeria 2017-10-04
Pen Y Llechwedd – more than ‘just a Queenslander’ 2017-10-03
The Ipswich Quiz 1: How much do you know? 2017-10-03
It’s good to touch the green, green grass of home: Wet weather gets warm welcome 2017-10-03
What on earth is that tree with the eyes? 2017-10-03
What are these ‘nuclear free zone’ signs? 2017-09-29
Ipswich Libraries get smart, and more news from the September council meeting 2017-09-29
A full view of the updated CBD Master Plan 2017-09-29
Protecting flying foxes can be a tricky challenge 2017-09-29
Ssssspecial delivery: Snakes leave plane, move to letterboxes and handbags 2017-09-28
Virtual reality art, boot camp and story time: 11 Things to Do October 3 to 5 2017-09-28
Fairy Godmother, tick: Now I’m learning to weld 2017-09-28
Feel the heat: Live coverage of ‘our hottest September day’ 2017-09-27
Long weekend list: 11 Things to Do September 29 to October 2 2017-09-27
Friends of 1954 brake the cycle 2017-09-25
Learn the meaning behind this new mural in the Ipswich CBD, and watch a timelapse of its creation 2017-09-25
State Government talks “job creation” in Ipswich 2017-09-25
School holidays continue: 11 Things to Do September 26 to 28 2017-09-25
Volunteers needed: Do you have the drive to help? 2017-09-25
Ipswich Performing Arts Centre update and other announcements from the September council meeting 2017-09-22
Hottest September day in 74 years: How to survive the scorcher 2017-09-21
The best renovations to add value to your home 2017-09-21
Community Kitchen – Danish 2017-09-21
Ride a bike, watch a band, catch a fish: 11 Things to Do September 22 to 24 2017-09-21
Five key community outcomes from the September Ipswich City Council meeting 2017-09-18
What on earth is that thing on the Centenary Highway? 2017-09-18
School holidays are here: 11 Things to Do September 19 to 21 2017-09-18
On the trail of Ipswich’s hidden histories 2017-09-18
Community Kitchen – Armenian 2017-09-14
Find out what five winners have been doing since this year’s Ipswich Australia Day Awards 2017-09-14
Internet sensation: An Ipswich bird the world paid $3000 to save 2017-09-14
Music, markets, motorsport and more: 11 Things to Do September 15 to 17 2017-09-14
Theatre, heritage, fishing and bees: 11 Things to Do September 12 to 14 2017-09-11
The club and the chef: Fenton back feeding Ipswich 2017-09-11
When are we going to see some rain in Ipswich? 2017-09-11
Mayor welcomes 2800 new jobs at Amberley 2017-09-10
Plenty of reasons for Ipswich to back defence giant’s $5 billion bid 2017-09-07
Ipswich growth: Where the jobs will emerge 2017-09-07
Arts, cars, Harry Potter and kitsch: 11 Things to Do September 8 to 10 2017-09-07
What would you do with an old woollen mill? 2017-09-07
How to find the best value housing in Ipswich 2017-09-06
11 Things to Do: September 5 to 7 2017-09-04
Costco commits to Bundamba site 2017-09-04
How Blackstone mansion made way for mountain bikes 2017-09-04
Take the Quiz: Can you tell which plant is friend or foe? 2017-09-04
Get more bites for your buck at the buffets of Ipswich 2017-09-01
Faster Pastor Phil helps Springfield’s disadvantaged 2017-08-31
Spring has sprung: 11 Things to Do this weekend 2017-08-31
What to plant in Ipswich gardens this Spring 2017-08-31
Five key community outcomes from the August Ipswich City Council meeting 2017-08-29
Farewell winter with 11 things to do from August 29 to 31 2017-08-28
Rachael puts her stamp on historic event 2017-08-28
Your chance to explore Ipswich’s great private houses 2017-08-28
How dog owners can save money by shopping locally 2017-08-28
Why the Walkers are looking to national glory 2017-08-24
Ipswich investment officer Julie Mark offers up some handy advice 2017-08-24
Make the most of the last weekend in August with these 11 things to do 2017-08-24
Backstage with the real dance mums of Ipswich 2017-08-22
11 things to do mid-week in Ipswich, August 22-24 2017-08-21
A fast track to manhood for IGS boys 2017-08-21
Proud city ready for an Ash Barty party 2017-08-21
Where are the hot suburbs for Ipswich property? Real estate agents share their top tips 2017-08-21
Entrepreneurs putting Ipswich on the world tech map 2017-08-17
An open day, expo and other weekend things to do in Ipswich, August 18-20 2017-08-17
150-year-old mystery hidden under Ipswich’s CBD 2017-08-16
Where to vote in Ipswich on August 19 2017-08-16
Explainer: All you need to know about fire ants, and why they’re so nasty 2017-08-16
Teacher Clay Dawson shoots for rare running treble 2017-08-16
CMC Rocks announced for 2018 2017-08-15
11 mid-week things to do in Ipswich, August 15-18 2017-08-14
Tuckshop food through the ages with Rita Langer 2017-08-14
Purpose-built ‘lion’s den’ puts moggy in purr-fect comfort 2017-08-14
Two-year-olds know about their feelings 2017-08-14
Things to do on the weekend, August 12-13 2017-08-11
What on Earth is that thing on the Bremer? 2017-08-10
Ipswich landfills explained: The ins and outs of rubbish treatment 2017-08-10
Ipswich Central Library steams into digital age 2017-08-10
11 things you can do this mid-week in Ipswich 2017-08-07
Win great prizes, just by subscribing to Ipswich First 2017-08-06
White Rock-Spring Mountain from above 2017-07-27
Why people are coming to Ipswich: Agents share their insights 2017-07-27
Ipswich on the big (and small) screen 2017-07-25
Amazing animals caught on camera 2017-07-24
What’s the mystery, Bill? It’s Murphy’s law 2017-07-21
Competition terms and conditions 2017-07-03
Connecting businesses with the people of Ipswich 2017-07-01

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