Discover Ipswich Magazine 2021

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facilities, and has been professionally designed by industry leading professionals. Set on a 40 hectare parcel of land, the facility features a number of tracks available for people of all ages and abilities, including the Pee-wee track, Junior Stadium, Adult Stadium and MX Track, perfect for those who love to get their hearts pumping. There is also a flat training area where beginners can practice and get a feel for the bike before heading out on one of the larger tracks. 5. Queens Park from 397 reviews With lots of picnic benches, open spaces to set up your own tables and chairs, and an epic playground for the kids to explore, Queens Park is an easy, affordable and convenient location for families to host a birthday party for a child of any age. Parents can mingle while the kids let their imagination run wild on the playground. Will they be fairy princesses finding a new home, or pirates defending their ship? That's up to them! The group can also take a quick tour inside the Ipswich Nature Centre , where everyone can wave hello to the locals, including dingoes, wallabies, birds, farmyard animals and more. Another popular option for birthday parties is booking an Animal Encounters Tour of the Nature Centre, where groups of eight or more can make a booking. 6. Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve from 71 reviews A fun and engaging playground awaits your guests at Colleges Crossing, where the only thing you need to do while planning the party is deciding on the cake and arriving early to grab the perfect spot. The playground features a fort, climbing rock, musical wall, swings, a fun sway boat, balancing beams, spinning seats, a tree log tunnel, stepping stones and more.

7. Bob Gamble Park

9. Lobley Park This aviation themed park has long been popular with families and group gatherings, especially those who love planes. The main attraction of the park is a replica RAAF cargo plane with its own mock cockpit, where children can pretend they are soaring high above the clouds. There's also an air-traffic control tower with an x-ray machine and radar screen, to alert the budding young pilots which way to fly. Visitors can make use of the many covered electric barbecue areas, or bring their own chairs and tables. More at Discoveripswich.com.au/kidspartyideas ■

from 3 reviews Located inside River Heart Parklands, Bob Gamble Park is a crowd pleaser for the young, and those young at heart. The zero-depth water park is perfect for children celebrating birthdays in the warmer months. Pack swimmers, a towel and sun protection. The kids can dry off on the climbing spider, zoom along on the 25m flying fox, or soar high on the park swings. Party guests can go on a short stroll through the Discovery Forest and test out their balance on the beams, protect the fort, and more. There are ample picnic and barbecue facilities to cook up a meal to satisfy everyone's hunger. 8. Just Jump Redbank Let the kids burn off some built-up energy by allowing them to climb up and down the many inflatable obstacle courses at Just Jump Redbank. Just Jump offers three pricing options for parties, starting at just over $20 per person, or pay a bit more for a themed party. The starter pack includes mini party pies and sausage rolls, a choice of hot chips or potato gems, unlimited cordial or water, an ice cream cake, and the exclusive use of a 20m inflatable. R E T H E

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Other Groups on site Historic Motorcycle Club Ipswich Genealogical Society Inc Queensland Metal Artisans Collective Ipswich Mini Crafters Spinners, Weavers, Fibre Artisans of Ipswich * Groups may not be open at all times

COONEANA HERITAGE CENTRE 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303

Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10am - 2pm 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month 10am - 2pm (March to November) ADMISSION: Adults $5 Children under 12 Free Event prices vary Email: ipswichhistoricalsociety@gmail.com Phone: (07) 3282 0358 when open

150 year old Cooneana Homestead Historical Photos and Documents Old Schoolroom WW1 Centenary Display

Historical Artefacts Blacksmiths Forge Mining Displays