Discover Ipswich Magazine 2019

Go higher in Ipswich: 5 hiking destinations Contents A taste of the Ipswich dining scene Heli-picnics with a side of heritage 10 Ipswich Nature Centre: Who’s who in the zoo? 12 Into the wide blue yonder 14 A tale of rail in Ipswich 15 7 places to tackle on two wheels 16 Big Planes: Aviation up close 19 10 cool things for families to do 20 A sweet treat on Limestone Street 23 8 Ipswich cafés to try 24 Get hitched in the Swich 27 Down on the farm 28 Go shopping 30 To market, to market 31 Experience the thrill behind the wheel 33 Ipswich CRAVE Trail 34 Live music in the Swich 35 Places to stay 36 Exploring the Top of Town 37 Golf is life: Find the freedom to play 38 Country charm in Rosewood 39 Calendar of Events 40 Directory 42 Ipswich Central map 47 Springfield Central map 48 Rosewood Central map 49 Ipswich Region map 50 6 8

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IPSWICH VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE ...at your service

The Ipswich Visitor Information Centre (VIC) is an award-winning tourist centre and is home to passionate volunteers who have over 1,200 years combined experience living and working in Ipswich. They know Ipswich better than anyone and are available seven days a week to assist visitors to our region. The centre provides free maps, brochures, and WiFi access. It also stocks a wonderful selection of local and regional art, hand-made gifts, produce and products. The VIC can assist you with ticketing needs and are agents for Ticketek and Ticketmaster. Offering easy parking for cars, buses and caravans; the VIC is the ideal rest stop for light café refreshments, easy access services, with restrooms and a shower for the bonafide visitor.

Advertise with us The Discover Ipswich Magazine is created and distributed by Ipswich City Council. To advertise your event or product in the Discover Ipswich Magazine 2020 or any other Discover Ipswich advertising opportunities, please contact (07) 3810 7448 or tourism@ipswich.qld.gov.au .

Explore Ipswich with a tour arranged by our team at the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre. Tours range from all inclusive (bus and driver, guide, meals) as well as shorter visits to various Ipswich locations. Tour themes include nature and outdoors, heritage, arts and culture, and more. Contact the VIC to find out more. VISIT US at Queens Park, 14 Queen Victoria Parade, Ipswich DiscoverIpswich.com.au (07) 3281 0555 info@discoveripswich.com.au OPENING HOURS Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays 9.00 am – 4.00 pm Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day

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