AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) HENDERSON, Nev. – The Las Vegas Raiders have signed free agent DL Laki Tasi, the club announced Wednesday. Tasi is a 6-foot-6, 348-pound rugby player of Samoan descent who hails from Goodna, Australia. The 21-year-old played for the Ashgrove GPS Rugby Club of the Queensland Premier Rugby Union before joining the NFL's International Player Pathway program. Download our official Raiders + Allegiant Stadium app for team & stadium modes, content, alerts and manage your tickets. Johnson joins the Raiders after spending the past two seasons with the Chicago Bears (2023-24).  Stark joins the Silver and Black after spending the past 13 seasons with the Denver Broncos while Stigall joins the Raiders after spending the past 11 seasons with the New York Jets.  Ismail joins the Silver and Black after spending a portion of the 2024 season with the Baltimore Ravens. Sam Webb and Charles Snowden among 5 players returning to the Silver and Black. White joins the Silver and Black after spending the 2024 season with the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans, where he played in seven games with one start (all with Houston), totaling 19 tackles. The Raiders were previously awarded rights to Mexico through the Global Markets Program, launched in 2022, and will continue to have a presence in that locale. Thomas joins the Silver and Black after spending the past seven seasons (2018-24) with the Carolina Panthers. Originally a fourth-round selection (114th overall) by the Arizona Cardinals of the 2020 NFL Draft, Fotu spent four years with the Cardinals (2020-2023) before spending last season with the New York Jets. Mostert joins the Silver and Black after spending the last three seasons with the Miami Dolphins (2022-24).  Carter has played in 45 career games with 16 starts and totaled 68 tackles (28 solo), two sacks, two tackles for loss, one forced fumble and three passes defensed. Holmes returns for his second season with the Raiders after playing in 16 games with one start in 2024 and recording 30 tackles (14 solo), one sack, two tackles for loss and three passes defensed. The Raiders selected players from 11 different college teams in six different conferences. Raiders.com's Levi Edwards is joined by defensive tackle Jonah Laulu to discuss growing up in Las Vegas. Here's a look at the latest jersey numbers changes. View the best photos from the Raiders' offseason program workout at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Raiders.com's Levi Edwards is joined by safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. to discuss joining Raider Nation, Head Coach Pete Carroll, the defense and more. Spytek sat down with Raiders.com's Eddie Paskal to discuss the team's draft strategy and the 11 new members of the Silver and Black. Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis recap the 2025 NFL Draft and dive into the Raiders' newest draft class. Raiders.com's Levi Edwards breaks down a few of the team's additions made in the draft last weekend. Get an exclusive look at photos from phase two of the Silver and Black's offseason program. Tasi is a 6-foot-6, 348-pound rugby player of Samoan descent who hails from Goodna, Australia.  with rodents the size of possums now thriving in parts of the flood-ravaged suburb All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueIpswich City Council has already reacted to the vermin explosion and is planning to use a fox-terrier canine force to hunt down and kill the rats The vermin have doubled in numbers since January's flood and Goodna resident Keiron Butler said there had been a surge in rats on his property Today's top stories curated by our news team Don't miss updates on news about the Public Service Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters Your exclusive preview of David Pope's latest cartoon Join our weekly poll for Canberra Times readers We've selected the best reading for your weekend Get the latest property and development news here tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert Your digital replica of Today's Paper Test your skills with interactive crosswords The South East Premier Grade Women's competition is set to come to a thrilling conclusion when Goodna Eagles take on Currumbin Eagles this Saturday from 2.30pm Goodna will be hunting for their third consecutive title against the first-time grand finalists, with the match to be broadcast live and free for new and existing subscribers to Qplus.tv with temperatures expected to top 35 degrees providing players an additional challenge to whatever their opposite number throws at them All contests between the two sides this season have come down to single-figure margins Goodna walking away with a 32-28 win in Round 1 Currumbin inflicting the defending premiers' only defeat of the year 22-14 in Round 10 and Goodna earning a week off leading into the decider after a 20-14 win in the qualifying final Both sides are set to be bolstered by key inclusions absent from their previous match with Goodna hoping to welcome back Nakita Sao and the experienced Loms Tuifao and Currumbin having Jasmine Morrissey available after recovering from a thumb injury They each also have plenty more talent at their disposal involving players set to feature for City in the XXXX Queensland City v Country next month Those selected for the community rugby league representative fixture on September 22 include young gun Pauline Moliga and BMD Premiership-experienced Jayda Lofipo for Goodna while Currumbin boasts try scoring machine Shanarlii Peckham and centre Jaime Phillips The Premier Grade match will be just one part of a footy feast of four matches at BMD Kougari Oval on Saturday from 10am Community South and reserve grade grand finals What: QRL South East Female Rugby League grand finals Broadcast: Qplus.tv (from 2.30pm, South East Premier Grade Women's grand final only) Extended squad: Ella-Jaye Harrison-Leaunoa, Pauline Moliga, Mercedez Taulelei-Siala, Julie Tusa, Paris Va, Lima Soe, Bridget Smith (c), Ula Peilua, Aliya Hura, Savannah Tato, Jaydah Tofae, Lyllian Mikaio, Jayda Lofipo, Patrice Chambers, Cecilia Smith, Bella Pita, Tessa Vaoga, Alayna Poasa, Tyesha Mikaio, Loms Tuifao, Nakita Sao. Extended squad: Lily Patston, Nikeah Wyles-Togo, Tiah Bettridge, Sienna Smith, Bridget Hoy, Sienna Laing, Isabella Lee, Azariah Wallace, Teaghan Hartigan (c), Kadison-Tyra Robertson, Gabi Lolohea, Jaime Phillips, Emylee Hawke, Lailee Phillips, Tallis Kahu, Tamika Smith, Baylee Davies, Lena Cohen, Georgia Jenkins, Mikayla Mcdonald, Shanarlii Peckham, Jasmine Morrissey. 10am: Community North grand final - Brothers St Brendan's v Carina Tigers 11.30am: Community South grand final - Brothers Ipswich v Southport Tigers 1pm: Reserve grade grand final - Waterford Demons v Brisbane Natives 2.30pm: South East Premier Women's grand final - Goodna Eagles v Currumbin Eagles (live and free for new and existing subscribers on Qplus.tv) Main image: Goodna Eagles after taking out the 2023 grand final. 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CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced A rapid start and a defensive wall allowed Currumbin Eagles to win their maiden South East Premier Grade Women’s title at BMD Kougari Oval on Saturday The Gold Coasters shocked the back-to-back defending champions with two tries in the opening 10 minutes and added another just before the game paused for drinks in the low-30s temperatures Currumbin skipper Teaghan Hartigan was first on the score sheet fullback Lily Patston nabbed the second and five-eighth Sienna Laing backed up to dive over for the third try With her teammates on the other side of the field tearing up Currumbin centre Jasmin Morrissey took the onus on herself to make a difference It looked an ominous lead for the Goodna side to consider running down but the team in their fourth consecutive grand final wasn’t about to lie down Currumbin made an error in their first set in the second half to gift the defending premiers a glut of possession in attacking territory But the only team to beat Goodna this year kept turning them away withstanding the repeat attempts to crash over and forcing rudimentary errors with their defensive pressure The match turned scrappy as both teams were out on their feet but eventually Currumbin extended their lead the 30-0 scoreline all but putting the game to bed with 12 minutes to go The eventual 38-0 result was soured when Lily Patston suffered a broken arm in the final 10 minutes Player of the match Sienna Laing said the team didn't have a plan to attack a particular side of the field - just to take opportunities as they came but we were just playing eyes up footy," she said "We saw they were (defending) really tight on my side and my centre Bridget Hoy is just so fast The aim was to keep the foot on the pedal in the second half "We managed to keep them out for five sets on the line but we managed to do it and didn't let them score which is pretty good against a two-time premiership team "I think we really focus on culture and community at this club Everyone just loves each other off the field so that bond on the field is so strong and we play like family." Currumbin skipper Teaghan Hartigan said the flawless first half showed "the potential this team has had since the start" that's what it looks like when we hold the ball "Probably the first 25 minutes of the second half we kept dropping it but the difference today was we just kept turning up in defence we lost three of our forwards in the last two weeks.. but anyone that puts on a jersey we know they'll do the job and obviously that's what happened today." Jaime Phillips watched the dominant opening stages in awe from the bench and was grateful to have such a platform to work from when she took the field It has been a fantastic year for Phillips in her second year of tackle footy, who adding the premiership to a XXXX Chair's Challenge win with Gold Coast Vikings and selection in the City side for the upcoming XXXX Queensland City v Country on September 22 we've been together all year and it's so good to get that last one we've been working on," Phillips said "It was really good to come off the bench and work for my team because they were doing all the work that first half and it was good to come on at 24-0 to keep it going and I just had to keep the legs moving "To keep them to zero with so many sets on our line Phillips said she was looking forward to joining her Eagles teammate Shanarlii Peckham in the City side in just under three weeks' time alongside some of the most promising female players in the South East region I'm excited to be able to play with a few new girls a few from touch I've seen play throughout the year so it will be good to play with them just as it was for (Gold Coast) Vikings girls and it will be good to have Narlii with me there as well," she said "I never thought I would get to that point so it's awesome to be able to get this experience." The women's XXXX Queensland City v Country match on September 22, as part of Queensland Rugby League Grand Final Day, presented by Ford followed by the equivalent men's fixture at 3.30pm and the Hostplus Cup grand final at 5.30pm To get your tickets to what promises to be an action-packed day, click here. West Brisbane Panthers 40 def Redcliffe Juniors 14 Wynnum Manly Juniors 36 def Beenleigh Pride 18 Next week: Preliminary final - Redcliffe Juniors v Wynnum Manly Juniors Currumbin Eagles 12 def Southport Tigers 10 Next week: Preliminary final - Burleigh Bears v Currumbin Eagles Next week: Preliminary final - Brothers Ipswich v Redbank Plains Bears Ivanhoes Knights 36 def Innisfail Leprechauns 32 Next week: Grand final - Cairns Brothers v Ivanhoes Knights Next week: Grand final - Sarina Crocodiles v Mackay Brothers Next week: Grand final - Mackay Brothers v Mackay Magpies Souths Bulls 44 def Charters Towers Miners 26 Next week: Grand final - Western Lions v Souths Bulls Centrals Tigers 30 def Burdekin Roosters 14 Next week: Grand final - Western Lions v Centrals Tigers Next week: Preliminary final - Gatton Hawks v Warwick Cowboys Valleys Roosters 20 def Brothers Toowoomba 8 Next week: Preliminary final - Highfields Eagles v Valleys Roosters Beerwah Bulldogs 24 def Maroochydore Swans 22 Next week: Preliminary final - Noosa Pirates v Beerwah Bulldogs Gladstone Wallabys 40 def Miriam Vale Magpies 26 Next week: Grand final - Isis Devils v Gladstone Wallabys Next week: Preliminary final - Wallaroos v Past Brothers Bluff Rabbitohs 26 def Middlemount Panthers 18 Next week: Preliminary final - Middlemount Panthers v Clermont Beatrs Watch 2m 25sPresident of Goodna Street Life Helen Youngberry discusses the hardships for homeless people going through ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Infrastructure and Waste Committee Chairperson Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the scheduled service was back in full swing after council redirected resources in March to remove flood waste material “Goodna residents can take this opportunity to collect anything that can be disposed of from around your home toys and other unwanted appliances,” Mayor Harding said Infrastructure and Waste Committee Deputy Chairperson Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully said collection teams would be passing by 3,773 homes in Goodna from Monday 23 May “The kerbside collection service means bulky items that cannot be reused or recycled can be picked up free of charge,” Cr Tully said Division 2 Councillor Nicole Jonic said the collection service was great for disposing of items not suitable for the general waste or recycling bins “Residents should place items on the kerb by the weekend before their scheduled collection commencement date but not more than seven days prior,” Cr Jonic said Large Item Kerbside Collection scheduled for Weeks 7-10 for the following suburbs was postponed while council redirected resources to flood-affected suburbs: Council is aware some material had been placed on kerbs already Please do not place any additional material on the kerb The large item collection service for these suburbs will resume in June/July for Weeks 21-23 of the updated schedule >>> See the revised large item kerbside collection service schedule here <<< Read the guidelines on what is an acceptable item to put on the footpath as only acceptable items will be collected Appliances containing refrigerants such as fridges freezers and air conditioners cannot be accepted Residents should place items on the kerb by the weekend before their scheduled collection commencement date The full schedule of when the kerbside collection service will be available in each suburb is now available on council’s website >>> Ipswich community feedback called for Richardson Park design Your email address will not be published. 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Please call 1800 070 535 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am – 11:30am (AEST) A newcomer to Goodna in 2023 who started the season warmly embraced by her new teammates has ended it in much the same fashion sparking the Eagles to back-to-back Holcim Cup titles Diminutive hooker Aliya Hura was anointed the hero after she was awarded player of the match in the 28-8 victory over Ormeau Shearers at Totally Workwear Stadium in a dominant display right across the park It took just two minutes for Goodna to get on the board off a midfield scrum as Bridget Smith bustled through a number of tacklers before offloading to Ella-Jaye Harrison Leaunoa for the perfect start Fuatino Ah-Him and Vaituulima Soe added tries as Goodna's forwards made inroads and although Ormeau had a number of chances the Eagles were simply outstanding in defending their line to lead 16-0 at half-time Julie Tusa and Alayna Poasa scored in the second half to extend the lead to 28-0 but the Shearers earned moments of joy late in the game through a double to Jean-Shannel Robati had a try assist and defended strongly in the middle - said she was surprised to receive player of the match crediting the forwards for their hard work and the team for their awesome defensive effort "They had so many shots at trying to score and we just held them out," she said it was probably the best half the whole year that we've had but our defence on the line was really important and how we got the win today." said Goodna was a "great environment" to come into and felt thoroughly appreciated through the ups and downs of the season "I can rely on any one of these girls to back me up on the field and especially in defence having these girls around me I know that no one's going to break and we all work for each other and it's a really good thing to be a part of and I wouldn't have it any other way," she said Goodna Eagles co-captain Loms Tuifao said it was a mixture of joy and relief when the final hooter sounded after a challenging year "It's a sweet moment and to go back-to-back "We knew we had the team to take it all the way We just had a belief in ourselves and I think that gets you the rewards and that's definitely what the girls did today We had a bit of issues with our discipline throughout the season and coming on the back end of our season with two losses we knew we needed to come back stronger and really fix what we needed to fix throughout the season that we didn't do quite well with our discipline and were really just trying to work on our defence as well Tuifao highlighted dynamic fullback Ella-Jaye Harrison-Leaunoa winger Cecilia Smith and prop Caitlyn Taleni and she hoped to see more young players join in to be part of the successful club "Hopefully this is just another step for the younger generation to come up and really just understand how amazing this club is for us," she said Mustangs Brothers turned it on for a massive crew of supporters to win 34-10 over Brisbane Natives while community southern division winners Beaudesert Kingfishers edged northern division champs Banyo Devils 16-14 in the Community Grand Final West Brisbane Panthers 30 def Valleys Diehards 10 Wynnum Manly Juniors 40 def Brighton Roosters 26 Tugun Seahawks 34 def Runaway Bay Seagulls 26 Cairns Brothers 52 def Mareeba Gladiators 12 Cairns Kangaroos 38 def Mossman-Port Douglas Sharks 22 New Mapoon Warriors 36 def Injinoo Crocs 30 Next week: Grand final - Alau Eagles v New Mapoon Warriors Brothers Townsville 46 def Centrals Tigers 12 Herbert River Crushers 20 def Burdekin Roosters 14 Charters Towers Miners 30 def Western Lions 16 Herbert River Crushers 22 def Burdekin Roosters 4 Brothers Townsville 26 def Centrals Tigers 22 Western Lions def Charters Towers Miners (forfeit) Mackay Magpies 44 def Sarina Crocodiles 18 Next week: Preliminary final - Sarina v Brothers Mackay Magpies 26 def Sarina Crocodiles 20 Next week: Preliminary final - Brothers v Magpies Next week: Grand final - Wests Panthers v Past Brothers Next week: Grand final - Dysart Bulls v Clermont Bears Wallumbilla/Surat Red Bulls 38 def Miles Devils 18 Next week: Grand final - Mitchell Magpies v Red Bulls Fraser Coast Crushers 28 def Cherbourg Hornets 16 Next week: Grand final - Wondai Proston Wolves v Fraser Coast Crushers Murgon Mustangs 58 def Wondai Proston Wolves 16 Kingaroy Red Ants 30 def Cherbourg Hornets 22 Next week: Preliminary final - Cherbourg Hornets v Murgon Mustangs Kawana Dolphins 58 def Nambour Crushers 12 Beerwah Bulldogs 38 def Maroochydore Swans 24 Caboolture Snakes def Gympie Devils (forfeit) Kawana Dolphins v Nambour Crushers (forfeit) Southern Suburbs 36 def Pittsworth Danes 16 Toowoomba Valleys 32 def Wattles Warriors 18 Goondiwindi Boars 62 def Toowoomba Brothers 28 Tenterfield Tigers 38 def Stanthorpe Gremlins 0 Inglewood Roosters 24 def Texas Terriers 16 Next week: Preliminary final - Texas Terriers v Tenterfield Tigers A development application has been lodged for a residential subdivision this proposal is for two hundred and seven (207) residential allotments The development proposal provides new residential allotments within the extent of the existing Residential Low Density Zone The proposal also provides a central area of communal open space covering 1,599sqm We encourage you to like the Your Neighbourhood Facebook page to be updated on other projects or developments [swt-fb-likebox url=”https://www.facebook.com/yourneighbourhood.com.au” width=”340″ height=”500″ tabs=”timeline,events,messages” hide_cover=”false” show_faces=”true” hide_call_action=”false” small_header=”false” adapt_container_width=”false”] News articles are presented in an unbiased manner from information publicly accessible that includes referenced links for the reader to obtain any further information The facts of the proposed government projects school upgrades and development applications are based on the available information at the time of the published date with information sourced directly from company websites media releases and development application material We reference all our information at the end of the articles and promote the creators with website backlinks Contact us: mail@yourneighbourhood.com.au The Goodna's Galligan brothers before they left to fight in World War I. (Supplied: Galligan Family ) Link copiedShareShare articleThe legacy left by a family who saw four of their sons go off to fight during World War One is being carried on by one of their descendants a century on in the eastern suburbs of Ipswich. Four of Goodna's Galligan brothers left the small community within weeks of each other, only two brothers came home. It left a great impact not only on the family but on the small town at the time. Their contribution to the local community and south-east Queensland continues to be acknowledging today through the work of descendent and great nephew Patrick Galligan. Patrick Galligan holds a photo of his four great uncles that fought in World War 1. (612 ABC Brisbane: Jessica Hinchliffe) "There was this duty to serve your king and country in those days, the brothers went to serve Australia," he said. "There are many reminders of the sacrifices made by my family to the area, I'm very proud of my family's commitment to this community. "Not just our military service but also our community service with many community groups today." The family have lived in the community since the 1880s. A local park, a street and numerous memorials throughout the village are named in the family's honour. Mr Galligan said he is reminded daily about the family's sacrifice as he shares a middle name with one of the brothers that didn't return home. "I was named after Isidore Vincent Galligan, [he] was my father's godfather and my dad was very conscious of the fact that his uncle had been killed in the war," he said. "I got Patrick after my grandfather and Vincent from Isidore; I am pleased about that." 2m 58sRelated topicsANZAC Day The Goodna Eagles' Volunteers Cup rampage has continued into the big dance, coming away with a 44-14 win over the Norths Tigers after a perfect start. For 13 minutes, the Tigers and Eagles were sorting each other out, until Goodna front rower Rez Phillips spotted a small opening and snuck through to expose some tired Tigers, giving the Eagles their grand final start. BJ Aufaga-Toomaga added the conversion to his 136 competition points for Goodna to lead 6-0. The Aufaga-Toomaga pain was not over yet for the Tigers when he scored and converted his try. Goodna second rower Josh Afoa continued the destruction when he scored on the left hand side and the Tigers had every reason to look worried as the temperature soared at North Ipswich Reserve, as did the Eagles. When Fa’ata’ape Timai strolled through for Goodna's fourth, they had the perfect 24-0 start. Norths composed themselves and Ethan Page attempted to change the grand final story when he barged over to score Norths' only points of the first half. As the half-time hooter went, Norths might have been thinking about oranges as Goodna wanted another try and Timai flew like an eagle and scored his second to give the Eagles a 28-4 lead at the break. Whatever Tigers coach Mick Newton said at half-time inspired his troops, as it only took them two minutes to put it into action when Luke Self took advantage of a gap in the defence and went through to score under the posts. Norths were nearly in again not too long after the try, showing plenty of enterprise and confidence to keep attacking to get back into this game. It was the fullback Aufaga-Toomaga again who struck gold when Norths did not ground his short kick - Elone Taufa diving on the loose ball to put Goodna back on track with a dominating 32-10 lead with 30 minutes to go. At 40-10, the trophy was off getting the Eagles' name engraved on it when Chris Schwalger scored off a little kick in the corner with 13 minutes to go. The Volunteers Cup was packed and heading up Ipswich Road to Noel Kelly Drive when the Eagles took advantage of an 11-man Norths outfit to ice the cake when Trivendra Naidu darted through to score his own grand final try. Norths were able to end their day on a high with Tonga Moungra scoring on the right-hand side; but it wasn’t enough with Goodna completely dominating not just the grand final, but the entire Volunteers Cup, only losing one match all season. Goodna Eagles 44 (Fa'ata'ape Timai 2, Rez Phillips, Iosua Afoa, BJ Aufaga-Toomaga, Elone Taufa, Christopher Schwalger, Trivendra Naidu tries; BJ Aufaga-Toomaga 6 goals) defeated Norths Tigers 16 (Ethan Page, Luke Self, Tonga Mounga tries; Tonga Mounga goal) how and where will it grow and what will it look like in the future Proposed answers to these questions have been revealed in strategies for 30 local areas – including alternative options for some areas and sites – released for early community engagement as part of a two-year process to develop a new planning scheme Council is currently asking the community to have its say on a Statement of Proposals and draft Strategic Framework which includes the strategies for local areas Ipswich First has summarised what’s happening in each of the areas to provide an overview of what is proposed Scroll down until you find your suburb to see what is proposed The complete Local Area Frameworks document can be viewed here Consultation on the Statement of Proposals is open until 4.30pm on Friday, 28 June, 2019. Submissions can be made by email at [email protected] Most development will happen around the major centre in Goodna outside the areas affected by flooding Development up to 10 storeys is proposed for Queen Street up to five storeys along Martha Street and the southern side of Alice Street A range of low density and different lot sizes are proposed for land near Ascot Street Read more about plans for this area here This area will continue to develop as a significant employment hub for Ipswich and the region Medium impact business and industry developments are accommodated towards the centre with low impact uses on the edge A conservation designation is proposed for bushland on land off Addison Road Retention of the area’s leafy character through acreage and large urban lot sizes is proposed An option exists for medium density housing around the Camira neighbourhood centre Woogaroo Creek and O’Dwyer’s Gully will be protected Springfield Town Centre will continue to develop as a Principal Regional Activity Centre with a full range of residential densities proposed with higher density development in the town centre and medium densities in the adjoining areas There will be lower densities in other suburban residential areas An important network of green space includes conservation lands to the south and west Redbank Plains Town Square shopping centre It is proposed that one acre (4000m2) or quarter acre (1000m2) lots are located west of Fiona Street with one acre or 800 square metre lots east of Fiona Street and north of Eugene Street to retain existing amenity and character New residential lots between 300 to 500 square metres are proposed in lieu of light industry uses on land fronting Greenwood Village and Redbank Plains roads Medium density options are proposed around Redbank Plains District Centre School Road local centre and Keidges Road neighbourhood centre Goodna Creek and Happy Jack Gully will be protected Regionally significant business and industry employment will continue in the Redbank Peninsula with medium impact uses towards the centre and low impact uses on the edge with a strong focus on transport and logistics Highway oriented businesses will develop at Francis Street Protection for character housing in Redbank township will continue New residential lots between 300 and 500 square metres are proposed for undeveloped land at Collingwood Park Medium density housing is proposed west of Redbank Plaza within limited areas in Redbank township and near the intersection of Collingwood Drive and Redbank Plains Road This area will support regionally significant business and industry with medium impact uses towards the centre and low impact uses towards the outside There is an option to rehabilitate the former power station ash dam to add to parkland along Bundamba Creek and additional low impact industrial uses A business park and sports ground supporting Ripley Major Centre is proposed for land at the southern end of Swanbank An urban village with development up to five storeys is identified between Riverview Railway Station and Ipswich Motorway with a ‘main street’ style local centre along Station Road and a civic square between the railway station and Moggill Ferry Road There is also an option for higher density development Undeveloped land west of Riverview State School may be developed for residential lots between 600 and 700 square metres Land between the Warrego Highway/Goodna Bypass and Bremer River will provide for low and medium impact business and industry uses Costco Ipswich recently opened at Citiswich Business Park Further development at the regionally significant employment area of Citiswich Estate will continue Establishing a network of neighbourhood centres across the area is a focus Medium density housing up to five storeys is proposed near Bundamba Railway station Blackstone and at Brisbane and River roads An opportunity exists for new residential lots to the southeast of Citiswich Estate with limited development proposed in remaining areas This area has the largest concentration of acreage residential blocks in the city It is proposed to retain the area’s predominant semi-rural character It is also proposed to encourage relocation of Tivoli Raceway to allow further residential development in Chuwar including options for a mix of lots ranging from 300 square metres to 6000 square metres plus a new neighbourhood centre with adjacent one to two storey dwellings near the intersection of Robin Street and Aura Crescent Karalee is proposed to develop a district centre along Junction Road with medium density housing along the southern side of Junction Road A new neighbourhood centre is proposed near Karalee Primary School along Arthur Summervilles Road This area will continue to develop in support of the Ipswich City Centre with retail and other uses including development up to 10 storeys through to Browns Park There is an opportunity for a stadium at The Terrace There will be limited development for mining affected land at Tivoli and behind St Joseph’s Primary School Opportunities exist to investigate light industry near Warrego Highway/Mt Crosby Road interchange and for a possible business ‘incubator’ precinct comprising houses off Mt Crosby Road Medium density housing up to three storeys is proposed for flood free land north and west of Sutton Park next to a planned local centre at Fernvale Road and Diamantina Boulevard and next to Raymonds Hill neighbourhood centre off Pine Mountain Road Land between Diamantina Boulevard and the Warrego Highway and Haig Street Quarry Conservation Estate and Workshop Street provides opportunities for new residential lots 300 to 500 square metres Limited development is proposed outside these areas Ipswich’s CBD will continue to be the civic administrative and economic heart of the city Ipswich City Centre will continue to be the civic administrative and economic heart of Ipswich and the broader western corridor Retaining iconic townscape and landscape features is a priority Opportunities exist for adaptive reuse or sympathetic infill residential development close to the current CBD or Thomas Street railway station as well as commercial office tower and high density residential uses to establish Development will be focused around Booval railway station with a core area at Booval Fair Development up to five storeys is proposed along Station Road in a ‘main street’ style and up to two storeys east and west of Brisbane Road There are options to increase building heights to 10 storeys near the station and to extend medium density housing south to Blackstone Road New flood levels have resulted in a reduction in higher density residential development for land at Basin Pocket and East Ipswich The Bundamba Stables Residential Area has been removed due to a lack of demand and other constraints Limited change is proposed as this area is mostly developed Some medium density options are proposed around local/neighbourhood centres There is support for local centres at Raceview and Ash Street A local business and industry area is proposed south of the cemetery Opportunities exist for medium density housing and a small neighbourhood centre on the south western end of Lobb Street Medium density housing up to five storeys is designated on the eastern side of Lobb Street Low-medium density housing may also develop on flood free land near Lobley Park The proposals support local business and industry along Lobb Street Yamanto Central will play a role in the region’s growth High and medium density development – up to five storeys – focused around the future railway station and a new main street Jobs will come from a local business and industry area off Hall Street and business park off Warwick Road and Salesyard Road Special opportunity areas exist at Warwick Road (mix of office and Hall Street (business incubator/home occupations) Ripley Town Centre will develop as a Major Regional Activity Centre with medium and high density residential precincts Medium density residential precincts at Ripley East and Ripley West will support the regional centre Major greenspace footprints are designated along Bundamba and Deebing creeks An option exists for the eastern side of Fischers Road to convert to new suburban lots (300 to 500 square metres) with a neighbourhood centre and medium density residential at the northern end including designation of Ivory’s Rock Conference Centre for tourism/events An option exists for a Defence Industry Business Park to the north of Cunningham Highway in association with RAAF Base Amberley Significant conservation areas such as Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate and Purga Nature Reserve will be protected Protection of the integrity and operational efficiency of RAAF Base Amberley is the primary consideration in this area together with support for allied activities The residential amenity of Willowbank township will be protected with no further residential development proposed in or around the township There is an opportunity for minor expansion of the neighbourhood centre along Old Toowoomba Road Limited opportunity for medium density residential exists due to flood impacts There is an option for medium density residential and a small neighbourhood centre on the southern side of Wulkuraka Station The proposals also include a reduction in the footprint of Wulkuraka industrial area owing to vegetation protection and flooding impacts This area will mostly retain its current look and feel There is limited opportunity for further industrial use along the rail line The large lot/acreage character of Blacksoil will be retained with some limited opportunities for rural living lots to be developed Significant greenfield development opportunities exist at Walloon and Thagoona Urban development at Walloon is proposed to include a district centre extending from Queen Street to the railway line with medium density housing on land adjoining the district centre and railway station New suburban residential lots (300 to 500 square metres) will extend to the north and north west a new local centre is proposed on land near the intersection of Karrabin Rosewood Road and Thagoona Haigslea Road The area within the ‘walk up’ catchment of Thagoona railway station could be developed for medium density housing up to five storeys with an option to include land to the south in the SEQ Regional Plan Urban Footprint Land outside this catchment has potential for new suburban residential lots Land in the area which is impacted by past underground mining will remain as acreage housing Marburg township will retain its heritage character Heritage listed Woodlands will have a tourism designation Rosewood will retain much of its charm and character into the future Significant expansion is constrained by mining flooding and good quality agricultural land Targeted infill and medium density development will generate opportunities to broaden housing diversity and provide residential growth to support main street businesses The proposal is to continue strong heritage character controls in pre-1946 housing precincts and the main street area A small service trades/light industry area is proposed near the showgrounds It is also proposed to allow new suburban residential lots from 300 to 500 square metres on the northern side of Karrabin Rosewood Road An opportunity is identified to include land to the north-east in the SEQ Regional Plan Urban Footprint This area has the capacity to develop as one of Australia’s largest industrial areas with potential for it to operate as an ‘inland port’ focused on inter-modal rail freight movement Some difficult to locate activities are likely An important tourism zone exists in the form of the motorsports and events precinct at Willowbank No further expansion of Willowbank township is proposed Opportunities for ecotourism exist around Cabanda/Kunkalla historic rail and along the edge of the Tallegalla escarpment Grandchester and Calvert are both proposed to have township designations but are not expected to expand considerably due to constraints Significant opportunities exist for rural/ecotourism including Old Hiddenvale and Grandchester heritage railway and proximity to the conservation estate associated with the Little Liverpool Range This area will retain its current rural character and amenity >> Explained: What is a planning scheme and why it matters to you >> Where the jobs will be in Ipswich >> What is green infrastructure and why is Ipswich ‘building’ it?  Every rugby league goal-kicker dreams of winning the match with a conversion from the sideline after the siren but very few are presented with the opportunity.. let alone being able to sit back and watch the Steeden fly through the posts as the crowd goes insane the dream became a reality for sharpshooter BJ Aufaga-Toomaga who never looked like missing when he successfully converted a heroic try by Goodna captain Ramon Filipine after the siren sending the North Ipswich Reserve grandstand into hysteria as the Eagles claimed a marginal two-point victory over cross-town rivals West End The win keeps Goodna undefeated and on top of the Volunteers Cup ladder after three rounds of one of the closest competitions in Queensland A few other thrillers played out across the state over the weekend Tugun scored underneath the posts in the final minute to steal victory from Currumbin; Wynnum Manly held on against Wests in the top of the table clash in Brisbane; and Tully almost upset the Northern Pride Reef Kings losing by a mere field goal in the Lightning Challenge The In Safe Hands Cup has a new competition leader after the Wynnum Manly Seagulls led from start to finish in the top-of-the-table clash against the West Brisbane Panthers Jack Walters gave the mud and bloods a sniff with four minutes remaining but the Seagulls held the competition favourites out to win 16-10 and remain undefeated at the top of the In Safe Hands Cup ladder Scott Prince made Leo Williams Park his castle on Saturday assisting in four of the Diehards' tries as last year's grand finalists put last week's loss to Wests behind them with a comprehensive 36-10 win over fourth-placed Carina Four try assists from Scott Prince for Valleys on Saturday against Carina - here's our favourite - Jayden Corrigam the scorer.. Brighton recorded their first win of the season in style upsetting Bulimba 42-6 at Totally Workwear Stadium and Normanby also recorded their first victory of the year The respective wins to the Roosters and Hounds jettisons them up the ladder with all four bottom teams now sitting at one win and three losses heading into Round 5 Valleys Diehards 36 defeated Carina Tigers 10Brighton Roosters 42 defeated Bulimba Bulldogs 6Normanby Hounds 28 defeated Pine Rivers Bears 10Wynnum Manly Seagulls 16 defeated West Brisbane Panthers 10 It was a weekend of returns in the Holcim Cup as an entire team and an array of stars made their way back onto the Pizzey Park turf Tweed began their day full of enthusiasm after last week's bye and despite their gallant effort were no match for last year's SEQW premiers West Brisbane Panthers The Seagulls were equally out-played by a star-studded Souths Logan Magpies outfit that included the return of Brisbane Broncos captain Ali Brigginshaw The Panthers' hearts were broken again by the Magpies in an almighty arm-wrestle with Meg Ward's boot proving the difference once more in the affair that saw both teams score two tries each the young and exuberant Easts Tigers tried their hardest up against the experienced Burleigh Bears Bolstered by the return of Australian stars Millie Boyle and Tallisha Harden the Bears scored a flurry of tries in the opening half and Teaghan Laing's double with five minutes remaining ruled out any chance of Easts scalping a point for remaining in the fight in the second 30 The match sets up an absolute blockbuster to headline the penultimate round of the competition as Souths Logan and Burleigh go head-to-head in a Sunday afternoon special this weekend at Pizzey Park West Brisbane Panthers 20 defeated Tweed Seagulls 4Souths Logan Magpies 22 defeated Tweed Seagulls 0Souths Logan Magpies 12 defeated West Brisbane Panthers 8Burleigh Bears 30 defeated Easts Tigers 0 There's no better feeling than winning the local derby in style Tugun sent Boyd Street into euphoria when Solomon Torrens dived underneath the posts to break the hearts of arch-rivals Currumbin as the scoreline see-sawed in the brutal affair before Torrens' heroics to give the Seahawks their second win of the season Try-scoring lovers would've frothed the contest at Ormeau including another Alofiana Khan-Periera double - his third in as many weeks - as Burleigh remain on track for their premiership defence Lee Turner's two tries played a hand in Southport's first win of the season Tugun Seahawks 14 defeated Currumbin Eagles 12Southport Tigers 38 defeated Mudgeeraba Redbacks 10Burleigh Bears 48 defeated Ormeau Shearers 36Runaway Bay Seagulls - Bye The Valleys Roosters flexed their muscle in their Round 3 encounter against Norths with four players crossing the line twice in their 52-8 dominance Daniel Bain and Aaron Hooper added to their 2020 try-scoring tallies with doubles for the Roosters but credit must be given to Norths captain Chris Scanlan who tried hard all game to stay in the fight Veteran forward Michael Frohloff's hat-trick was the catalyst behind Gatton's first win of the season The Tigers were in the hunt with the Hawks the entire game with each side going tit-for-tat a majority of the game however Gatton's quick-fire start - leading 10-0 in the opening 10 minutes - set the tone for the remainder of the match West End and Goodna played off for the Matthew 'Kama' O’Brien Memorial shield with the clash being labelled the match of the season thus far The contest was always going to be tight with both teams coming off narrow wins but West End's emphatic victory last Saturday helped the challengers lead 16-8 at half-time the Bulldogs led 24-20 with seconds remaining on the clock but Goodna rallied their troops to show why they were in top spot Inspirational captain Ramon Filipine ran in the equaliser with 15 seconds remaining leaving the match-winning kick 10 metres from the sideline to Intrust Super Cup centre BJ Aufaga-Toomaga to slot over after the siren.. to keep the competition favourites' streak alive after an almighty showcase Let’s hear from West End’s coach Jae Woodward Valleys Roosters 52 defeated Norths Tigers 8Gatton Hawks 26 defeated Souths Tigers 24Goodna Eagles 26 defeated West End Bulldogs 24 Last year's beaten grand finalists West Tigers have been quietly prowling in Mackay notching up their second win of the season with a dominant 48-6 win over Norths in Round 3 Mackay Brothers were too good for Carltons on Sunday and now head into a thrilling top-of-the-table clash against their Townsville counterparts with the butcher's stripe confraternity expected to be out in force at Leprechaun Park this weekend it was a feel good moment for the Souths Barbarians as they recorded their first win of the season with a 30-12 victory over Magpies and with the last two matches being an opportunity for combinations to gel no doubt it won't be the last time the team song is sung at the end of 80 minutes West Tigers 48 defeated Norths Devils 6Mackay Brothers 28 defeated Carltons Devils 14Souths Sharks 30 defeated Mackay Magpies 12Townsville Brothers - Bye Mackay Brothers aimed up in their premiership defence remaining undefeated after getting the two points against the Magpies; meanwhile Wests recorded their first win of the season after travelling north to face the Devils West Tigers 20 defeated Norths Devils 12Mackay Brothers 22 defeated Mackay Magpies 10Townsville Brothers - Bye the Wanderers notched up their second win of the season defeating the Blackstars 30-18 in Mount Isa the Blackstars showed great improvement after conceding a big score in last week's contest against Town With not much between Townies and Wanderers it should be an epic battle this Saturday at Alec Inch Oval Wanderers 30 defeated Blackstars 18Town - Bye Fans were on the edge of their seat at Stan Williams Park for the Round 2 clash between the Reef Kings and Tully both teams had their opportunity to kick penalty goals in the final minutes but both missed the Pride's Evan Child slotted the crucial one-pointer to gift them their second win of the season it was all one-way traffic as the Giants were too good for Cairns Brothers Northern Pride Reef Kings 19 defeated Tully Tigers 18Northern Pride Giants 24 defeated Cairns Brothers 0 This is probably not the page you’re looking for A development application has been lodged for a Childcare Centre located at Albert Street & Smiths Road Designed by Cyber Drafting and Design the proposal seeks a single storey Childcare Centre with a maximum building height of 6m The two (2) existing residential dwellings will be removed to facilitate the proposal on the corner of Albert Street and Smiths Road in Goodna The proposed child care centre includes an open car parking area providing 30 car park spaces (one (1) PWD space) The proposed seeks all vehicle access via Albert Street and pedestrian access to Smiths Road The planners at Urban Strategies state “The setbacks proposed do not detrimentally affect the character or amenity of the area They create the necessary space for landscaping car parking and the Outdoor Play Areas associated with the development secondary frontage and primary frontage setbacks are greater than those seen on similar Child Care Centre developments in the area” The proposal includes 890.75sqm (31.9%) of site cover across the 2,792sqm site to be updated on other projects or developments in Brisbane or surrounds The race for the semi-finals is on as the Rugby League Ipswich A Grade competition moves past the halfway mark into Round 12 this weekend Only two competition points separate the top four teams with Brothers Ipswich still clinging to a one-point lead at the top set the bar over the first six weeks of the competition the Swifts Bluebirds and Redbank Plains Bears have emerged as worthy challengers while the Eagles have lost two of their last three including a 38-26 loss to the Bluebirds in Round 9 The Bluebirds also have a win over Brothers to their name while the Bears beat the Bluebirds in their last meeting the Eagles host Brothers in a game where the result will shake up the top four A loss for the Eagles will see them slip down to fourth while a win would see them jump to either first or second with Brothers potentially dropping as low as third With key players returning from representative duties both sides will be bolstered in what is shaping up as one of the games of the season so far the Swifts Bluebirds take on seventh placed West End Bulldogs at home on Sunday afternoon but will take confidence out of their last encounter with Swifts The last game of the round is a grand final replay between Fassifern Bombers and Northern Suburbs Ipswich Tigers This season hasn’t been a great year for either side so far but both sides have momentum with last start wins The Bombers secured their long awaited first win of the season somebody will be posting consecutive wins for the first time in 2019 and will perhaps take a step towards a strong run home Rugby League Ipswich A Grade Competition Round 12 Fassifern Bombers v Northern Suburbs Ipswich Tigers – Sunday Swifts Bluebirds v West End Bulldogs – Sunday June 9 at Swifts Rugby League Football Club Goodna & Districts Eagles v Brothers Ipswich – Sunday Main image courtesy of Goodna Eagles Goodna and Districts Eagles remain in the hunt for a top-two finish thanks to a 34-20 win over Swifts Bluebirds in Round 16 of the Rugby League Ipswich A Grade Competition XXXX Queensand Rangers representative Ono So’oailo crossed for four of the Eagles’ six tries in a win that saw them move into third place Fellow Ranger Brett Kelly also got on the scoreboard as did Siulongus Fotofili in a win that saw the Eagles move within two points of second place A top-two finish is vital as it provides a second chance in the finals while third and fourth play elimination football from Week 1 The Eagles flew out of the gates with six wins in their first seven games before being hit hard during the representative season and winning just one of their five games between Round 9 and Round 13 Wins over Fassifern and Swifts in the past two weeks have steadied the ship and back at full strength the Eagles are still close enough to reel in a top-two finish They’ll start heavy favourites against the West End Bulldogs this weekend with games against Norths The team currently in second place is the Redbank Plains Bears who are unbeaten in their last nine games and accounted for West End 44-12 last weekend Redbank take on fifth placed Norths this weekend with games against Brothers Round 17’s final game features the Swifts Bluebirds taking on the Fassifern Bombers in a must-win game for the Bluebirds Swifts have dropped from second to fourth after consecutive losses to each of their top four rivals in the last three weeks The Bluebirds have an opportunity to play themselves into form with games against Fassifern West End and Norths before a Round 21 clash with Brothers Ipswich * Main image courtesy of Goodna Senior RLFC Rugby League Ipswich A Grade Round 17 fixtures West End Bulldogs v Goodna & Districts Eagles – Saturday July 20 at Daniel’s Park, 5pm Northern Suburbs Ipswich Tigers v Redbank Plains Bears – Sunday July 21 at Keith Sternberg Oval, 3pm Swifts Bluebirds v Fassifern Bombers – Sunday July 21 at Swifts Rugby League Football Club, 3pm Goodna & Districts Eagles 34 def Swifts Bluebirds 20 Brothers Ipswich 38 def Northern Suburbs Ipswich Tigers 34 Redbank Plains Bears 44 def West End Bulldogs 12 Brisbane Terrace in Goodna has a new 12 tonne gross load limit This new limit will remain in place until the bridge is either upgraded or replaced With the new weight restrictions being enforced new routes are now required for heavy vehicles Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding says Brisbane Terrace in Goodna is a busy street that’s used by about 3000 vehicles daily She explained that the City of Ipswich Council recently had an independent structural assessment of the culvert crossing Woogaroo Creek tributary on Brisbane Terrace – adjacent to Evan Marginson Park – between Layard Street and George Street “The load limit will protect this culvert crossing until it is upgraded,” Harding said council has been focused on continuing its efforts to rebuild flood-damaged assets across the city All projects will be reviewed as part of council’s annual budget process including funds to replace or restore this culvert.” For many of the truck drivers who use this route however A truckie based in a nearby industrial estate contacted Big Rigs to voice his concerns He says this culvert crossing is frequently used by heavy vehicles greater than 12 tonne “We have been instructed not to use the road and will face counselling if we are to use it So now we just sit in traffic every day during peak times on the Ipswich Motorway as we are only to use the Mine Street exit,” he said An LED trailer sign has been placed on approach to the culvert Though heavy vehicles over 12 tonne are no longer able to access Brisbane Terrace in Goodna Mayor Harding says buses can still use the normal route Infrastructure and Waste Committee deputy chairperson councillor Paul Tully added that the detour is necessary for the safety of road users and will remain in place until the culvert is upgraded or replaced “Council has installed heavy vehicle detour signage along Brisbane Terrace Francis Streets and the Ipswich Motorway to guide heavy vehicle drivers,” Tully said “Council appreciates the frustrations such detours can have for commercial drivers and thanks them for their patience.” This was echoed by Division 2 councillor Nicole Jonic it’s important we maintain and manage Brisbane Terrace effectively for all users,” she said “This diversion and introduced load limit will protect the culvert while the next steps are put in place for an upgrade or replacement.” Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "aca6c728b6dd62a4981b1f29a8e127ff" );document.getElementById("g3bfc1e4af").setAttribute( "id" and website in this browser for the next time I comment The Repco and Cash Converters retail outlets in Ipswich's GOODNA has been sold for $4.15 million to a Melbourne investor The property, 179 Brisbane Road is fully tenanted on five year terms It was put up for sale by its New Zealand based vendor in March last year Richard Blanch of Colliers International said there were a number of challenges with attracting offers of an acceptable level for the vendor particularly the stigma around the 2011 flood “Everyone is acutely aware of the effect the flood had on GOODNA but what a cursory glance doesn’t show is the faith both tenants have in the location," he said “The GOODNA store is one of Cash Converters’ strongest performers and both tenants re-signed long term leases post the flood “Few sites in GOODNA offer the same sort of branding exposure to the Ipswich Motorway This along with the tenants’ faith in the catchment it gave the purchaser comfort to transact." We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home Each year the City of Ipswich has the potential to experience flood in its various forms localised flash floods from smaller creeks or overland flow paths can also be significant across the city Ipswich's subtropical climate makes it susceptible to weather that can cause flooding from rivers floods usually occur across the summer months of December to March where the city typically receives half of its average annual rainfall (900mm) While the city does experience tidal influences from Moreton Bay (extending to One Mile Bridge) these typically do not result in floods which have an impact to the community Image: Street scenes of the CBD during flood, Ipswich, 2011 (King Edward Parade). Picture Ipswich River flooding: Occurs when widespread and prolonged rain falls over the catchment area of a river are often the trigger of this type of flood flood water overtops the river bank and spreads across the floodplain on one or both banks of a river A river flood often takes  more than six hours after rain has fallen before it begins to impact the city and can take several days to fully recede Creek flooding: While the mechanisms are similar to river flooding creek flooding can also occur as the result of smaller and more localised rain events within the catchment area of a creek Creek flooding from local rain events will typically have a rapid rise and fall of water levels Flooding typically occurs less than six hours following rain resulting in limited warning time for emergency procedures Overland flow (stormwater) flooding: Excess rainfall runoff beyond the capacity of underlying soils or underground drainage network It flows across  the land before entering a creek or waterway Overland flow flooding affects a large proportion of areas across the city flooding will remain a natural risk to the Ipswich community Council has a range of measures to reduce the impacts of floods on the city and community Floodplain Management Strategy: Council's Floodplain Management Strategy outlines the city's approach to floodplain management (also referred to as flood risk management) This strategy communicates the city's vision and goals in relation to floodplain management It also outlines how council responds to floodplain management in order to ensure our city remains safe Brisbane River Catchment Flood Studies: A key recommendation from the Queensland Floods Commission of Inquiry was the creation of a regionally consistent flood study and strategic management plan of the lower Brisbane River catchment which includes the local government areas of Somerset The regional study and strategic plan are referred to as the Brisbane River Catchment Flood Studies This collaborative project was led by the Queensland Government together with the local government authorities Further information and educational materials can be found on the Queensland Reconstruction Authority website videos and factsheets relevant to the community Emergency Management: Council's Emergency Management webpage provides information on disasters which includes how the community can 'Be Flood Ready'. Council's primary guide on emergency management is the Local Disaster Management Plan Information is available in multiple languages Data from these gauges are shared with the Bureau of Meteorology The most obvious sign of a monitoring gauge is a tower containing the monitoring and recording instruments If vandalism is observed on a monitoring gauge please report it to Ipswich City Council (3810 6666) or Police Link (131 444) Flood mitigation and stormwater: Council has undertaken a number of flood mitigation projects to reduce risks to the existing community Council's flood study program continually prioritises and updates the city's repository of flood models (both river and creek scale) to maintain a current understanding of flood behaviour the following Council flood study reports are available below More reports will be made available over time assistance from a qualified professional should be obtained if necessary Please contact council@ipswich.qld.gov.au for further information Please note: Flood study models are only provided to professionals to facilitate development applications which require hydraulic impact assessments. A service fee is necessary to access the models The Ipswich Rivers Flood Studies Update models the Bremer River catchment from Moogerah Dam to the Brisbane River confluence Image: Brisbane Street in flood, Ipswich 1927. Picture Ipswich Historical flood maps for the 1974 2011 and 2022 flood events are available from Council's Planning and Development site Picture Ipswich has a repository of historical photographs available online Ipswich Libraries has a wide range of books newspaper articles and documents available in the general collection or within the Local History Room The Bureau of Meteorology also keeps detailed reports on flood events that have affected Queensland 2013 and 2022 as well as various smaller flood events that may not have been as widely reported The community are encouraged to submit flood information for historical records to council@ipswich.qld.gov.au it is recommended that information such as photos include reference points to help identify location and levels if possible