Ipswich in Spring 2024

Your guide for entertainment, events and activities 2024 IPSWICH IN SPRING

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There is nowhere quite like Ipswich to enjoy springtime. Nestled as a breath of fresh air between the chilly months of winter and scorching heat of summer, there is no better time to take in all that the region has to offer. Our city comes alive each year when we celebrate our unique history as home to Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul peoples

As activities, programs and events may cancel or move subsequent to publication of this brochure, no responsibility is accepted for accuracy of content. This publication is copyright. Other than for the purposes of and subject to the conditions prescribed under the Copyright Act 1968 (C’wlth), no part of it may in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, micro copying, photocopying, recording or otherwise) be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted without prior written permissions. If you wish to disseminate or share this information and or images please contact Ipswich City Council for permission. And don’t forget to nominate deserving individuals and groups in the Ipswich Australia Day Awards, acknowledging the incredible people that make Ipswich a great place to live. Nominations close Sunday 3 November. The last time this immersive dinosaur display brought more than 28 life-like, animatronic dinosaurs to Nicholas Street Precinct, it attracted a record-breaking 50,000 attendances, delighting young and old. Of course, spring is all about getting out in the garden and discovering new ways to enjoy the benefits of reaping what you sow. Sustainable Ipswich will be back in October, providing a wide range of events and workshops designed to make living sustainably in Ipswich easier. As the days warm up, spring is also a reminder to start preparing what your entry will involve in Ipswich’s hotly contested City of Ipswich Christmas Lights Competition.

Front Cover Image: Council’s green-lidded bin service will continue in 2024–2025 for garden organics. If you have any feedback regarding the Spring Guide, please email council@ipswich.qld.gov.au or visit Ipswich.qld.gov.au Disclaimer: Published by Ipswich City Council © 2024 At time of printing all information is current and correct. Every care has been taken to ensure the information in this brochure is correct at the time of publication. Ipswich City Council accepts no responsibility for any errors, omissions or changes leading to such information being incorrect. And Dinosaur Discovery will be back at Tulmur Place from 18 to 25 September 2024 for the spring school holidays. for millennia and Queensland’s oldest provincial city. Galvanized – A Festival of Heritage will be back to showcase the best heritage experiences and events Ipswich has to offer across 11 days from 29 August – 8 September 2024. Ipswich Musical Theatre Company will be wowing audiences at Ipswich Civic Centre across five nights in September with their showing of Broadway’s smash hit musical, Guys and Dolls. For young theatre goers, join Fusion Arts Inc. and their cast of 110 Ipswich children as they take you on Alice’s journey through Wonderland.

Council’s green-lidded bin service will continue in 2024– 2025 for garden organics.

COUNCIL AMENDS FOOD ORGANICS PROGRAM AS MARKET CHANGES

Ipswich’s community and council’s campaigning regarding the ongoing odour issues in the region. While these changes were necessary to address legislative and community concerns around odour, it has not slowed council’s plans for a city-wide Garden Organics (GO) service in the 2025–2026 financial year. The waste industry will now review these changes and adapt to meet the significantly higher expectations of the state, council and the community. Council’s green-lidded bin service for garden organics will continue for existing customers.

Ipswich residents will be asked to stop placing food scraps in their green-lidded bins under a change to Ipswich City Council’s Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) service. The change was made in preparation for proposed Queensland Government changes to the environmental standards for composting, making food waste significantly more expensive to process. Council will keep its garden organics collection service but cease the food organics component while the State’s proposed legislative changes for food organics are reviewed by the waste industry. The proposed legislative changes come as the Queensland Government suggests classifying organic food waste as a ‘highly odorous’ material echoing

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HOW T

GARDEN WASTE

GRASS CLIPPINGS

PRUNINGS, CUTTINGS, TRIMMINGS

TWIGS AND STICKS

PALM FRONDS

WEEDS

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The best of Ipswich in

Celebrate all that spring has to offer with family- friendly activities, camping, baby animals and more...

A PERFECT TIME FOR A RURAL ESCAPE The mornings are starting to lose their chill and the birds are chirping so why not escape to the country with farm stays. Stay in a tiny house surrounded by cattle farm on the Brisbane River at Pocket Retreats , go glamping at Twigley Farm (pictured) or stay in a house with views of the mountains at Tallavalley Farm B&B . There’s

FATHER’S DAY IDEAS Spring also means it is nearly Father’s Day. Celebrate the dad in your life with the perfect gift – an experience he will never forget. Take dad up high in a hot air balloon with Floating Images Hot Air

Balloon Flights (pictured), racing around the track in a Mustang, let him sample Japanese culture or enjoy fresh produce in an olive grove.

also Hardings Paddock , a rustic camp where you can feel a million miles away surrounded by nature.

FUN KIDS’ THINGS TO DO It is not quite the school holidays yet, but if you are looking for something you and the kiddies can do together before or planning ahead, we have got a few ideas. Either head out for a day at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops (pictured), ride the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail , take a picnic in the park or try a child-friendly escape room at Seraphim Escape Rooms .

SEE SOME BABY ANIMALS Spring is the season for rebirth, it is when baby birds break open their shells and wildflowers bloom. And at our hobby farms it usually means there is baby lambs, kids and llamas. The Ewe Nique Hobby Farm’s (pictured) lambing season goes from winter into spring each year. The Llama Farm has many different animals on the farm so you are bound to see some babies in spring. At the Ipswich Nature Centre , if the animals have been busy expect to see some babies also.

GO ON AN ANTIQUES SHOPPING TRAIL If you love history and shopping, then check out antique and vintage stores packed full of items with history. Explore the Ipswich Antique Centre and The Vintage Advantage in Ipswich Central or head out to Marburg for Scotland Yard Antiques (pictured) and The Black Museum .

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Ipswich Central

IpswichCentral is theheartof thebeautifulheritage Cityof Ipswich.Hereyou'll findhistorichomes,eclectic cafes, shopsandbars.Seeart ingalleriesand outdoorsonbuildingwalls.Explorehistory inmuseums andbeautifulchurchesandconnectwithnature in sculpturedgardensand serenegreen spaces.

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IPSWICH SHIFTING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY

Council’s major buildings across the city will be powered by renewable sources under a new agreement.

Based on our community’s vision for a greener city, council adopted a Sustainability Strategy in 2021 which committed to a target reduction of 50 per cent of the organisation’s direct emissions. Negotiating a new Power Purchase Agreement will reduce council’s emissions by approximately 90,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide over a several-year contract. Council will continue its work to ensure we meet our renewable energy targets and do our part in creating a sustainable Ipswich.

Council has reached a major milestone in its commitment to sustainability, commencing negotiations to switch to renewable energy that will reduce operational emissions by about 13,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year. Ipswich will then be just the third local government to switch to renewable energy in Queensland. Almost 30,000 street lights and council’s major buildings across the city like the council administration building, Ipswich Central Library and Ipswich Art Gallery would all be powered by renewable sources under a new agreement. Ipswich Art Gallery recently completed a comprehensive overhaul of their lighting infrastructure, significantly enhancing its energy efficiency and the presentation of exhibitions.

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2024 HIGHLIGHTS

LIVE, EAT AND PLAY THE SUSTAINABLE WAY! Sustainable Ipswich is an annual celebration of everyday actions we can take as a community to create a more liveable city.

Throughout October there is a mix of council and community activities to get involved in.

Sustainable Open Garden Trail Sunday 6 October

Be inspired by Ipswich residents transforming their urban gardens into wildlife-friendly spaces. Ipswich Sustainable

Living Festival Saturday 19 October

Nicholas Street Precinct will be a hive of activity with a collection of free sustainability workshops and activities.

For more information visit Ipswich.qld.gov.au/sustainability

GETTING AROUND

KITCHEN AND GARDEN

EFFICIENT HOME

BUYING BETTER

CIRCULAR ECONOMY

SPRING SPRING HOLIDAYS SCHOOL

IPSWICH ART GALLERY Walking Together Journey through the landscapes, stories and traditions of First Nations peoples in this all ages, interactive exhibition. Engage with tactile materials inspired by traditional crafts and participate in hands-on activities. Walking Together is designed to foster understanding, respect and connection with the world’s oldest continuous living culture. Open until Sunday 10 November 10.00 am – 5.00 pm daily | FREE entry Visit Ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au for more information. NICHOLAS STREET PRECINCT Dinosaur Discovery The dinosaurs are returning to Tulmur Place these school holidays. Come along and enjoy some ROARRRSOME displays of prehistoric creatures. Dinosaurs: Monday 16 September – Sunday 29 September Outdoor games, markets and food trucks: 10.00 am – 2.00 pm Wednesday 18 September – Wednesday 25 September Tulmur Place, Nicholas Street Precinct Three hours of free parking Visit Nicholasst.com.au for more information.

Image credit: Danielle Leedie Gray – Journey Symbol.

IPSWICH CIVIC CENTRE Alice in Wonderland JR. Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on a journey of self- discovery! When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. Presented by Ipswich Civic Centre and Fusion Arts Inc. Thursday 19 September 11.00 am Thursday 19 September 6.00 pm Friday 20 September 11.00 am Friday 20 September 6.00 pm Visit Ipswichciviccentre.com.au for tickets. IPSWICH LIBRARIES Step Back in Time! Join in the fun at Ipswich Libraries these school holidays! Check out the incredible range of FREE programs and events on offer – there is something for every age. Knights and Chivalry Presentation Larrikin Puppets Show Mummification Workshop and Production Workshop Hands-On History Drop-In Road Test a Robot Drop-In Eye Spy: Animal Prints. Bookings open Monday 26 August Visit Ipswichlibraries.com.au for more information. Shadow Puppetry Workshop Digital Illustration Workshop Hip-Hop Writing

ACTIVE KIDS

Launch into a free or low-cost activity with Active Kids these school holidays.

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SISTER CITY RELATIONSHIP CONTINUES TO BLOSSOM

The popular Nerima Gardens will be revitalised with a new master plan in consultation with Ipswich’s sister city Nerima City, Japan.

garden is to create a place of peace and tranquillity, a place to meet nature and calm the spirit. However impacts by native flying foxes have caused partial closures of the gardens for safety. The revised master plan for Nerima Gardens will consider responses to climate change, long-term sustainability, environmental values and challenges, including flying foxes. The updated master plan will also seek to establish an ongoing level of access for the local and broader community to enjoy the beauty of the gardens, which is renowned as a major draw card for the City of Ipswich.

Ipswich City Council recently welcomed a delegation from sister city Nerima City to progress an update to the master plan for the popular Nerima Gardens in Queens Park. The six-member delegation represented the Nerima Gardens Renovation Task Force (NGRTF), who is working with council officers, including landscape architects, open space planners and field services officers, to map out the future of the Nerima Gardens. Nerima Gardens first opened in 2001, featuring a careful balance between local and Japanese characteristics and natural elements including Nerima’s floral emblem, the Azalea, and Ipswich’s own Eucalyptus curtisii . The gardens are inspired by the sister city link between Ipswich and Nerima City, Japan, and the philosophy of the

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RESPECT THAT BUSHFIRES ARE HAPPENING INMORE PLACESMORE OFTEN

Bushfire Survival Plan

AUGUST–OCTOBER Stronger Communities Workshops

SAVE THE DATE

Engaging, informative workshops designed to build the knowledge and capacity of local community groups, organisations and sporting clubs in Ipswich. Partnerships, Building Networks and Better Engagement Techniques Monday 26 August

Volunteer Management Monday 23 September Marketing and Branding Monday 21 October

NOVEMBER

Ipswich Australia Day Awards

For more information and to secure your place visit Ipswich.qld.gov.au/ strongercommunities

NOVEMBER

Do you know someone or a community group who goes above and beyond? Show your appreciation with the honour of an Australia Day Award. Categories include Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Cultural Award, Sport and Recreation Award, and Community Group of the Year. To nominate visit Ipswichaustraliadayawards.com.au Nominations close Sunday 3 November.

CITY OF IPSWICH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS COMPETITION It’s almost time to dig out your Christmas lights and decorations! Entries open Friday 1 November. Entry is free and open to Ipswich residents, businesses and organisations with entrants able to win a share in thousands of dollars’ worth of prizes.

The Hotel Commonwealth is set to reinvigorate the city’s night-time economy when it reopens in spring.

FLAGSHIP PROJECTS NEAR FINISH LINE IN EMERGING CITY HEART

drinks when the iconic Ipswich pub’s doors are once again opened to the public later in the year. HOYTS have moved in to the first floor of the Nicholas Street Venue building, with preparations well underway for the first movie screening later this year. Scaffolding removed in June provided a peek of the building’s beautiful façade made of more than 12,000 bricks. With General Public and other tenants preparing to move in, there will be something for everyone at Ipswich’s new entertainment hub in the Nicholas Street Precinct.

The rejuvenation of Ipswich’s city heart is approaching an exciting phase with the Hotel Commonwealth and Nicholas Street Venue building both preparing to welcome their first patrons in spring. Council’s construction crews called ‘tools down’ for the last time on the restoration and expansion of the Hotel Commonwealth early in winter. With safety screens removed in June, passersby were provided a sneak peek of newly tiled frontage and entry while inside, a new amenities block and extended footprint towards the river across three levels was all being finalised to hand over to hotel manager, AusHotels. Now, the countdown is on for AusHotels to complete their fit out works and ultimately serve the first

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I, object 17 August – 13 October I, object considers the many complex relationships Indigenous Australian artists continue to have with objects – from the histories informing their creation to the social and cultural consequences of their collection. The exhibition demonstrates the great pride and inspiration of inherited cultural practices and historical Indigenous objects, and reveals the difficulties posed by their collection and estrangement. A touring exhibition from QAGOMA. Kylie Hill: Jardibirri Nungarima Bukanyi – Standing Strong For the future Open until 27 October Kylie Hill’s first solo exhibition will be a reflection on the importance of leaving a cultural legacy to next generations. As a proud Aboriginal woman from the Kalkadoon and Waanyi from Mount Isa and far North Queensland, and from Quandamooka Country on North Stradbroke Island, Hill has been an important part of the Ipswich community for 40 years.

Photo credit: Kylie Hill, Nungarima (When two become one) 2024, acrylic on canvas. Image courtesy of the artist.

Photo credit: Michael Boiyool Anning / Yidinyji people / Australia QLD b.1955 / Rainforest shield (hand-held fish net design) and sword 2000–01 / Shield: natural pigments on softwood (Alstonia scholaris or Argyrodendron perlatum); sword: natural pigments on hardwood (Xanthostemon whitei), beeswax and resin with bush string / Shield: 102 x 41 x 6cm; sword: 130 x 14 x 3.5cm / Purchased 2001. Queensland Art Gallery Foundation Grant / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / © Michael Boiyool Anning.

What’s on: Ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au

LIVE MUSIC – COMEDY – ENTERTAINMENT – DANCE – THEATRE

AUGUST

Tuesday 20 August Saturday 24 August Saturday 24 August Thursday 29 August Saturday 31 August Saturday 31 August

The Gruffalo

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The Sunshine Club

Stitch in the ‘swich – Young Guns of Comedy

Cirque Africa

MusiQue – Glam Rock

Studio 188

Ipswich City Big Band – 20th Anniversary

Ipswich Civic Centre

SEPTEMBER

7–15 September 19–20 September

Guys and Dolls

Ipswich Civic Centre Ipswich Civic Centre

Alice in Wonderland JR. The Westside Scramble

PROGRAM Thursday 19 September Saturday 21 September Saturday 21 September

Studio 188

Ipswich Has Comic Talent – The Workshop

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John Williamson SOLD OUT

Saturday 21 September Friday 27 September

Bemac Unplugged: Huda the Goddess and Cieavash Arean Studio 188

Stitch in the ‘swich – Queens of Comedy

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Saturday 28 September MunsterBucks – Irish Dinner and Show

Saturday 28 September MusiQue – Movie Night

Studio 188

OCTOBER

Saturday 5 October Friday 11 October Friday 11 October Thursday 17 October Saturday 19 October Sunday 20 October Friday 25 October Saturday 26 October Saturday 26 October Saturday 26 October Saturday 2 November Saturday 2 November Thursday 7 November Friday 8 November Friday 8 November Saturday 9 November Thursday 21 November Friday 22 November Friday 22 November

Ipswich Has Comic Talent – The Show

Ipswich Civic Centre

Classical Neil Diamond with the Queensland Pops Orchestra Ipswich Civic Centre

Karl S. Williams

Studio 188 Studio 188

The Westside Scramble

Wildflowers

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Charmaine Wilson The Australian Medium

Waru – journey of the small turtle

Murphy’s Pigs

Stitch in the ‘swich – Double Feature

MusiQue – Strange Folk

Studio 188

NOVEMBER

Bemac Unplugged: Panalchemy – Unity Tango Enigmático – Dinner and Show

Studio 188

Ipswich Civic Centre

melt: Drag Aerobics

Studio 188

Troy Cassar-Daley – Between The Fires

Ipswich Civic Centre

melt: Studio Shorts + Melbourne Queer Film Festival

Studio 188 Studio 188 Studio 188

melt: Pulp Collective The Westside Scramble

Stitch in the ‘swich – Comedy Allsorts Rockaria – Electric Light Orchestra

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Cover image: Cirque Mother Africa 2023. Tamcam Images.

BANGARRA DANCE THEATRE

Waru – journey of the small turtle Under the star-lit skies of the Torres Strait, a green turtle returns to her birth beach as nesting season begins, welcoming a new generation, including our little turtle friend, Migi. In Bangarra’s first children’s work, follow Migi’s journey of discovery and survival. This contemporary saltwater Lagaw Kazil (Island Children) story, inspired by the green turtle’s totemic system, Waru – journey of the small turtle, is an interactive introduction to Torres Strait Islander culture and dance for 3–7 year-olds. Created by Stephen Page, Hunter Page-Lochard, and Bangarra alumni Sani Townson and Elma Kris, Waru offers teachers, parents and caregivers a chance to discuss climate change, environmental care and traditional values of respect and reciprocity. Waru – journey of the small turtle IPSWICH CIVIC CENTRE FRI 25 OCTOBER

THE GRUFFALO 20 AUGUST

THE SUNSHINE CLUB 24 AUGUST

DAVE O’NEIL 5 JUNE

YOUNG GUNS OF COMEDY 24 AUGUST

IPSWICH CITY BIG BAND – 20TH ANNIVERSARY 31 AUGUST

MUSIQUE – GLAM ROCK STUDIO 188 31 AUGUST

CIRQUE AFRICA 29 AUGUST

7-15 SEPTEMBER

19-20 SEPTEMBER

SUPPORTED BY

THE WESTSIDE SCRAMBLE STUDIO 188 19 SEPTEMBER

THE WORKSHOP

21 SEPTEMBER

DINNER AND SHOW

BEMAC UNPLUGGED: HUDA THE GODDESS AND CIEAVASH AREAN STUDIO 188 21 SEPTEMBER

QUEENS OF COMEDY 27 SEPTEMBER

MUNSTERBUCKS 28 SEPTEMBER

MUSIQUE – MOVIE NIGHT STUDIO 188 28 SEPTEMBER

SUPPORTED BY

THE SHOW

5 OCTOBER

CLASSICAL NEIL DIAMOND WITH THE QUEENSLAND POPS ORCHESTRA 11 OCTOBER

KARL S. WILLIAMS STUDIO 188 11 OCTOBER

THE WESTSIDE SCRAMBLE STUDIO 188 17 OCTOBER

WILDFLOWERS 19 OCTOBER

WARU 25 OCTOBER

CHARMAINE WILSON THE AUSTRALIAN MEDIUM 20 OCTOBER

MUSIQUE – STRANGE FOLK STUDIO 188 26 OCTOBER

DOUBLE FEATURE 26 OCTOBER

26 OCTOBER

DINNER AND SHOW

BEMAC UNPLUGGED: PANALCHEMY – UNITY STUDIO 188 2 NOVEMBER

TANGO ENIGMÁTICO 2 NOVEMBER

MELT AT STUDIO 188: 7–9 NOVEMBER

WITH GOGO & FRIENDS

TROY CASSAR-DALEY – BETWEEN THE FIRES 8 NOVEMBER

THE WESTSIDE SCRAMBLE STUDIO 188 21 NOVEMBER

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COMEDY ALLSORTS 22 NOVEMBER

ROCKARIA – ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA 22 NOVEMBER

ipswich FIlm festival 2024

2024 THEME PERSPECTIVE

A national short film competition highlighting the promising talent of Australia’s young filmmakers.

ENTRIES CLOSE Friday 13 September FILM SCREENINGS AND AWARDS Saturday 12 October

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Image of painting ‘Hold me Closer’ by Kaitlyn Turner, Ipswich Art Awards 2023 entrant.

ENTRIES CLOSE 6.00 pm Saturday 31 August 2024 EXHIBITION Saturday 2 November – Saturday 9 November (check website for times)

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FREE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP-OFF DAY Sunday 22 September 2024 Riverview Recycling and Refuse Centre, 81 Riverview Road, Riverview How much can I drop off? Up to 20 litres/kilograms per waste type will be accepted, however up to 100 litres of paint will be accepted. Charges No charges for listed accepted items on this day. Standard disposal fee for any other waste items brought on this day. Ipswich residents only. Proof of residency required.

For further information, visit Ipswich.qld.gov.au/waste or phone (07) 3810 6666.

29 AUG – 8 SEP

GALVANIZEDIPSWICH.COM.AU

Galvanized is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Showcasing Queensland Heritage grants program

Galvanized respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners as custodians of the land and waters we share. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, as the keepers of the traditions, customs, cultures and stories of proud peoples.

Galvanized is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Showcasing Queensland Heritage grants program

Delve into the history of Ipswich with tours of iconic sites, unique workshops and events, and a variety of heritage experiences as we celebrate our city’s legacy at Galvanized – A Festival of Heritage. If you want to be transported back in time, then you cannot miss this. This year’s program boasts something for the whole family. You can enjoy a ride on a steam train, learn dances of yesteryear, attend a blacksmithing heritage workshop and for our paranormal enthusiasts, we even have haunted tours. This year also features the Indigenous Wild Foods & Cultural Festival with a huge lineup of talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and talent. Gather your friends and family for this incredible cultural experience! Ipswich is rapidly evolving and has proven to be a go-to destination for festivals and events. Join us as we celebrate our heritage and the diversity that our city has to offer at Galvanized 2024.

WELCOME TO

Mayor Teresa Harding City of Ipswich

Councillor Pye Augustine Chair of Economic and Cultural Development Committee

CHOOSE YOUR OWN GALVANIZED ADVENTURE

Spend Saturday 31 August experiencing the Indigenous Wild Foods & Cultural Festival for traditional cultural performances, family friendly activities and bush tucker foods. Or wet your whistle with a Historical Brewing Tour and Tasting on Saturday 7 September or a Rubbidy-Dubs to Pubs: Ipswich Walking Tour of historic Ipswich pubs on Sunday 8 September. For bookings and more inspiration visit Galvanizedipswich.com.au

You don’t need to be a history buff to create a weekend of adventure during the 11-day Galvanized festival! Start with a visit to the Cooneana Heritage Centre and see the blacksmiths, spinners and weavers in action. Learn some classic historical dance moves at The Limestone Frolic on Friday 30 August or book a spooky Ghost Tour of the CBD, before dinner and cocktails at the heritage-listed Ipswich Jets Leagues Club.

INDIGENOUS WILD FOODS & CULTURAL FESTIVAL

SATURDAY 31 AUG 11.00 AM – 7.00 PM

IPSWICH TURF CLUB | FREE EVENT Featuring a huge lineup of talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and contemporary talent, bush tucker foods and cooking demonstrations, traditional cultural performances, workshops, market stalls and tonnes of family entertainment including fireworks, this is a cultural festival not to be missed.

31 AUG

THE LIMESTONE FROLIC FRIDAY 30 AUG 6.30 PM – 8.30 PM ST THOMAS’ ANGLICAN CHURCH HALL FREE EVENT Be transported to an age where dance was a popular amusement for celebrating all occasions. Discover the fascinating social history of dance in early Ipswich and learn a selection of favourites with Dr Heather Blasdale Clarke, accompanied by Australia’s premier historical dance band, Phillip’s Dog.

30 AUG

THE BAKER’S BALL SATURDAY 31 AUG 5.30 PM – 11.30 PM VARIOUS MARBURG LOCATIONS | BOOK NOW Step back in time and join a WWII victory dinner dance recreation. Bring your sweetheart and enjoy vintage entertainment, dinner and swing dance classes as the night takes you to three beautiful historical locations throughout Marburg. So dust off your glad rags and dance the night away!

31 AUG

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STEAM & SMOKE BBQ

SUNDAY 1 SEP 10.00 AM – 4.00 PM QUEENSLAND MUSEUM RAIL WORKSHOPS BOOK NOW

Create unforgettable memories with dad this Father’s Day. Experience vintage vehicles, live music, dance performances, a spectacular working steam train and savour barbecue-themed cuisine.

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TOURS

IPSWICH HERITAGE BUILDINGS TOUR SATURDAY 31 AUG 9.00 AM | BOOK NOW Discover streets lined with cherished heritage homes, grand churches, historic pubs and stately civic buildings with a local guide onboard an air-conditioned coach. Glimpse the lives and legends of Ipswich through stories of a bygone era with Devonshire morning tea, lunch and complimentary drink included.

HISTORICAL BREWING TOUR AND TASTING SATURDAY 7 AND SUNDAY 8 SEP 11.30 AM – 12.00 PM | BOOK NOW

RUBBIDY-DUBS TO PUBS: IPSWICH WALKING TOUR SUNDAY 8 SEP 11.30 AM – 3.30 PM | BOOK NOW Sample a brew or two on this walking tour and discover local watering holes and their colourful history. Including a hearty counter lunch, your guide will take you on a unique journey through central Ipswich.

Join the crew at the old pumpyard for a guided brewery and history tour of 88 Limestone, including the classic beer truck ‘Homer’, beer tasting paddle, pretzel and goodie bag.

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WHERE HISTORY RESTS SATURDAY 31 AUG

OLD COURTHOUSE TOURS SUNDAY 1 SEP 10.00 AM, 12.00 PM AND 2.00 PM FREE EVENT Step back 164 years in time and uncover the fascinating past of this historically significant building.

10.30 AM AND 3.00PM | FREE EVENT Take a walking tour of one of the city’s greatest open-air museums, Ipswich General Cemetery, and discover the stories and sites of early settlers.

LOST IPSWICH CITY WALKS 31 AUG, 1 SEP, 7 SEP AND 8 SEP 8.00 AM – 10.00 AM | FREE EVENT You will be fascinated to learn the history of so many central Ipswich buildings we often pass by. Learn of historical families, shops and events of days gone past.

SUMMER LAND CAMELS HISTORY TOURS THURSDAY 29 AUG – SUNDAY 8 SEP 9.00 AM – 3.00 PM Enjoy a fascinating self-guided history tour (7 days) or a Farm Tour & Taste (Fri – Sun) at Australia’s largest camel farm and dairy.

HISTORICAL HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHTS THURSDAY 29 AUG – SUNDAY 8 SEP 5.00 AM – 9.20 AM BOOK NOW Experience first-hand man’s oldest form of flight with Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights. Discover the history of the first French balloonists and that of Queensland’s oldest provincial city and surrounds.

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HAUNTED IPSWICH CBD GHOST TOUR

30 AUG, 1 SEP, 4 SEP AND 6 SEP 7.30 PM – 9.30 PM | BOOK NOW

Uncover the gothic delights of Ipswich with real ghost stories, eerie secrets and creepy historic locations in this spooky two-hour guided tour.

GOODNA CEMETERY SATURDAY 31 AUG 7.30 PM – 9.30 PM | BOOK NOW

Experience one of the most haunted graveyards in Australia. Black magic, terrible crimes and the terrifying ‘Headless Angel’ await.

COONEANA AFTER DARK FRIDAY 6 SEP 6.00 PM – 9.00 PM | BOOK NOW Feel the chill of those gone by at the Cooneana Heritage Centre with this once a year opportunity for photographers and those who enjoy a spooky tale.

IPSWICH CEMETERY GHOST TOUR SATURDAY 7 SEP 7.30 PM – 9.30 PM | BOOK NOW

HAUNTED Take a trip through the eerie Ipswich General Cemetery and discover true tales of statues that move, a boy made of stone and more.

WANT MORE PARANORMAL ACTIVITY? EXPLORE THE FIVE MOST HAUNTED PLACES IN IPSWICH.

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ST PAUL’S CRAFT AND QUILT DISPLAY THURSDAY 29 AUG – SATURDAY 31 AUG 9.00 AM – 3.00 PM | $5 ENTRY A magnificent display from talented quilters, spinners, weavers and woodworkers in the oldest Anglican church in Queensland.

RAAF AMBERLEY AVIATION HERITAGE CENTRE 29 AUG, 2 SEP AND 5 SEP 9.00 AM – 3.00 PM | BOOK NOW Admire the historical aircraft on display at the Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre including the Douglas A20G Havoc (Hell’n Pelican) and the F-111 (A8-126). Bookings are essential seven days in advance of your visit.

OPEN FOR FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH 31 AUG, 2 SEP AND 5–7 SEP VARIOUS TIMES | FREE ENTRY

CONGREGATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL HALL 29 AUG – 2 SEP AND 5–8 SEP 10.00 AM – 5.00 PM | FREE ENTRY Explore an 1895 heritage listed icon as you hunt for antique treasures. Designed by George Brockwell Gill, Ipswich Antique Centre was recently restored and is sure to delight.

Visit the dedicated library assistants at the Ipswich Genealogical Society and dive into your family history with extensive historical records of Ipswich and surrounds.

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PICTURE IPSWICH CHALLENGE THURSDAY 29 AUG –

SUNDAY 8 SEP ONLINE EVENT

Take up the challenge and help identify faces, places and events of historic Ipswich. You may be the key to unlocking hidden mysteries of times gone by.

PICTURE IPSWICH PRESENTS: BRICKSWICH THURSDAY 29 AUG – SUNDAY 8 SEP ONLINE EVENT Be inspired to create a LEGO® masterpiece with Picture Ipswich! Start small and simple or go to town with a historic building or landscape and have your creation featured online.

WOMEN OF IPSWICH POSTCARD SERIES

THURSDAY 29 AUG – SUNDAY 8 SEP | FREE

Collect them all and uncover a rich past of inspiring Ipswich women. Available at Ipswich

Libraries, Ipswich Visitor Information Centre and select festival venues.

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JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY AND TEA TASTING WORKSHOP SATURDAY 31 AUG

9.00 AM, 11.00 AM AND 1.00 PM | BOOK NOW Take a tour of Nerima Gardens and learn the ritual of Japanese tea-making together with a workshop of tea history, brewing, flavours and styles.

IPSWICH CITY BIG BAND – 20TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT SATURDAY 31 AUG 7.00 PM – 9.00 PM | BOOK NOW

Ipswich’s leading jazz and big band will delight with beautiful solos, jazz and some swinging new works in celebration of 20 years of performance.

BLACKSMITHINGWORKSHOPS SATURDAY 31 AUG 9.00 AM AND 1.00 PM SUNDAY 1 SEP 9.00 AM – 4.00 PM | BOOK NOW Stoke your creative fires and try your hand at this heritage trade with blacksmiths Rob Scully and Wayne Schmidt in a half day or full day workshop.

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CHASING OUR PAST – IN CONVERSATION WITH DANIEL KEENAN MONDAY 2 SEP 6.00 PM – 7.30 PM | FREE, REGISTER NOW

Discuss architecture, design and the future of heritage with heritage architect, Daniel Keenan and Ipswich Libraries Digital Archivist, Melanie Rush.

LEARN FOR LIFE – CARING FOR YOUR FAMILY TREASURES SATURDAY 7 SEP 10.00 AM – 11.30 AM | FREE, REGISTER NOW Discover practical methods to safely store and display your family treasures with professional conservator Lydia Egunnike.

CREATIVE GLASS SANDBLASTING WORKSHOPS SATURDAY 7 SEP 10.00 AM AND 12.00 PM | BOOK NOW

Join artisans Joanna Bone and Aaron Micallef for this unique glass workshop. Use your imagination and sandblast a permanent design onto a drinking glass.

FREEMASONRY EARLY HISTORY PRESENTATION SATURDAY 7 SEP 2.00 PM – 5.00 PM | FREE EVENT

Curious about Freemasonry? Discover its beginnings and how the values and ideals that started this organisation are relevant in today’s society.

GUYS AND DOLLS SATURDAY 7 SEP – 7.30 PM SUNDAY 8 SEP – 1.30 PM | BOOK NOW

With hit songs, romance and plenty of laughs, Guys and Dolls is a classic musical comedy story of a high-rolling gambler and a puritanical missionary.

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Old Buildings and New Food… it ’s an Ipswich thing Dine out with a heritage twist during Galvanized and discover the charm of some of the oldest buildings in Ipswich. From jacaranda cocktails and heritage city gin to high teas, authentic Indian and a special Galvanized ale, it’s an experience worth travelling for.

Visit Galvanizedipswich.com.au for more details on the heritage food and beverage on offer!