The Latest Breaking News from Ipswich

Dam engineers criticised for 2011 Brisbane floods defend handling, say governments need to act on planning regulations

A decade after the flood that caused 33 deaths and left a damage bill of about $2.3 billion, the engineers have finally responded to their detractors.

ABC News · Mar 4, 2023

Developer spent hundreds on dining out with mayor

A jury has heard former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale was a "VIP customer" at several leading Brisbane restaurants but property developers usually paid his bills.

AAP · Mar 2, 2023

Mayor held 'unusual' meetings for developer, jury told

An Ipswich town planner told a corruption trial former mayor Paul Pisasale took more interest in a service station and childcare centre than any other proposal.

AAP · Mar 1, 2023

Queensland lawyer Salvatore 'Sam' Di Carlo denies 'corrupt relationship' with former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale

Lawyer Salvatore "Sam" Di Carlo denies having a "corrupt relationship" with former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale, which included paying for dinners and sex workers, a court is told.

ABC News · Feb 23, 2023

'Rare' five-legged toad living in Ipswich yard an example of tadpole injury

Described as having "a leg as a tail", the amphibian managed to escape capture, despite the fifth appendage having no discernible use.

ABC News · Feb 22, 2023

Flooded Home Buyback scheme helps wash away the pain for Queenslanders

It’s almost a year since floods devastated parts of Ipswich in Southeast Queensland.

The Conversation · Feb 21, 2023

Queensland Rail's lone Ipswich blacksmith loves his 'hot, dirty, dusty' career

Despite its ancient role, Australia still needs more blacksmiths, and one Ipswich specialist wants the next generation to discover the rewards of his career.

ABC News · Feb 21, 2023

Every word Joey Barton said on Belshaw, Liverpool and Aston Villa talents, Bristol Rovers' point

Full transcript of the Bristol Rovers manager's post-match interview following the Gas' 0-0 draw against Ipswich Town

Bristol Post · Feb 15, 2023

Prince William leaves students in fits of giggles after cracking jokes in surprise call

Prince William shocked a group of sixth formers on their lunch break after one received a FaceTime call from him as the future King chatted to his mum on a visit to an ambulance station in Ipswich

Daily Mirror · Feb 14, 2023

UFC contender Arnold Allen on Max Holloway fight: ‘If we’re talking straight boxing, I’m better’

Interview: The Ipswich featherweight takes on one of the UFC’s greatest ever strikers in April

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2023