Best Allan Roebuck Podcasts (2025)

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Is Ipswich ready for Olympic visitors in 2032? Graeme Day says more should be done to promote the city 14:53

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Is Ipswich ready to welcome Olympic visitors in 2032? One local tourism operator doesn’t think so. Floating Images chief pilot Graeme Day joins the show with his take on the current state of tourism in Ipswich. He thinks council could be doing more to support destination marketing and looks to Moreton Bay region as an alternative model on how to ma…

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Business networking boost with BA5, board room lunches a hit, 2025 Business Excellence Awards 7:07

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Business networking boost with business after five events also known as BA5, board room lunches with keynote speakers prove popular and the 2025 Business Excellence Awards. We’ll hear the latest news from Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce president David Wiltshire. Published: 22 September 2025. Image: Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce president D…

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Sports awards finalists, tough decisions await controversial DAs, favourite TV show memories 14:27

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Finalists announced for this year’s Ipswich Sports Awards, council website revamp, tough decisions ahead for council on three controversial development applications, and we reminisce about our favourite TV shows from the 60s and 70s. All that and more as Ashleigh Mac, sans Walter Williams, joins the show for another yarn over the back fence. Publis…

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Review panel hears controversial DAs, council maintains bid for legacy infrastructure, waste diverted, Sustainable Ipswich 7:30

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Thagoona, Ebbw Vale and North Ipswich development applications under scrutiny by Independent Decision Review Panel, thousands of tonnes of waste diverted from landfill, Sustainable Ipswich program springs to life this month, and an increasing number of residents choosing healthy lifestyle activities. Also in this episode Doris Jeffrey honoured with…

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Wildlife special: Keeping yourself safe around snakes and tips to avoid being swooped by magpies 19:29

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In this special wildlife episode the weather is warming up, snakes are on the move, and magpies are taking aim at unsuspecting walkers and cyclists. Two University of Southern Queensland experts (Dr Christina Zdenek and Dr Meg Edwards) join the show with the latest research and tips to keep you safe from snakes and magpies. Published: 4 September 2…

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Calls to declare climate emergency, Christmas comes to Brassall carols, iGO updated, no joy for dismissed councillors 15:54

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Calls for Ipswich council to declare a climate emergency, on-going paver issues in Nicholas Street, Christmas comes to community carols event in Brassall, iGO transport strategy gets an update but will it fix traffic issues, and both major party leaders in Queensland reject calls for any compensation for dismissed councillors. Mayor Teresa Harding …

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Come From Away, the latest IMTC production will restore your faith in humanity 14:14

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Your memories of 9/11 will come flooding back with Come From Away, the latest Ipswich Musical Theatre Company production live on-stage next month (September 2025) at Ipswich Civic Centre. Artistic Director Brenda Ryan joins this episode to explain the origins of the show, the stellar local cast and its long road to Ipswich. Published: 26 August 202…

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Earthquake '25, carpark scrapped, trouble in paradise, small business support, two locals star in Melbourne musical 21:24

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The great earthquake of ’25, Ripley health centre to lose carpark before it is built, Transport and Main Roads briefing reveals nothing new for Karalee residents, Youtuber goes searching for trouble in Ipswich, support for small business, we reminisce about Reids and two locals take the lead roles to star in Footloose the musical in Melbourne. All …

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Remembering Reids: 40 years since since fire destroyed an Ipswich icon, and VP80 commemorations 18:00

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It is 40 years since the devastating Reids fire in Ipswich CBD. In this special episode we remember that day which many said was the day the heart was ripped out of the city centre. In March 2020 I spoke with Lisa Jarrold, former centre manager of Ipswich City Square. Lisa was one of thousands of Ipswich workers and residents who woke to the news. …

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Galvanized festival highlights, Riverview transfer pit work completed, Studio 188 excites, $4,000 in poetry prizes 8:17

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Festival season continues in Ipswich with Galvanized, Regional Arts Development Fund applications open, what’s happening at Studio 188, Riverview transfer station pit back to full operation, and $4000 on offer in valuable poetry prizes from University of Southern Queensland. Published: 15 August 2025. Image: UniSQ Bruce Dawe National Poetry Prize C…

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Cemetery plans, BIGSOUND 2025, volunteers green Ipswich, new community fund grants, art awards entries open 7:56

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Feedback wanted about Warrill Park cemetery’s future, council could be your ticket to BIGSOUND 2025, volunteers the key to greening Ipswich, new community fund to award environment grants, there’s no stopping Ipswich’s population growth and entries are open now for the annul Ipswich Art Awards. Also in this episode RAAF supports Supercars and bull …

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Canberra flying visit, Redbank Plains Rd speed reduction, discretionary funds explained, and Warrego woes continue 15:18

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Mayor Harding and councillor Doyle flying visit to Canberra, Redbank Plains Road speed reduction at Greenwood Village Road, Redbank Plaza library to expand, provisional projects and discretionary funds explained, green bin roll-out completed, and the latest on future works at Mount Crosby Road overpass and Warrego Highway Bremer River bridge. Teres…

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7000 steps is the new 10,000, Supercars are back, Redbank Plaza library revamp and art awards season 6:05

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A new University of Southern Queensland study reveals 7000 step a day could be the magic number leading to better health, Supercar drivers set to take over Nicholas Street, Redbank Plaza library revamp and expansion, and entries for this year’s Ipswich Art Awards open next month. Published: 29 July 2025. Image: University of Southern Queensland Pro…

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Tribunal clears councillors, The Q resumes racing, local paper changes hands, and sad passing of Liza Tully 26:02

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Three-year-old complaints against two councillors dismissed by Councillor Conduct Tribunal, greyhound trials and racing to resume at The Q after racing was suspended, local newspaper changes hands, Ipswich and Brisbane now one big traffic jam, Paul Tully announces the sad passing of his wife Liza, and we reminisce about the silly things you’ve done…

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Community planting event, ARTiculate workshops, and David Pahlke maintains his innocence 7:28

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National tree day planting event on July 26 targets Bundamba Creek, Ipswich Civic Centre officially marks 50 years and this year’s ARTiculate workshops return in July and August. Also in this episode Paul Tully gets David Pahlke back in front of a camera 12 months after the former Division 10 councillor’s brush with death in a car accident. Publish…

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SPARK launch brings delight and draws thousands of happy people to Ipswich Central 16:48

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SPARK Ipswich brings more delight to Ipswich Central as the city centre lights up. On the first night (July 11) Ipswich families came out in big numbers to enjoy the sights, sounds and soak up the atmosphere. In this episode you’ll hear from two of the nine artists featured in the deLIGHT program. The good news is there’s plenty more to come until …

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NAIDOC week, SPARK highlights, Ipswich Civic Centre celebrations and council pushes the budget positives 5:58

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NAIDOC week marks 50 years with a week of celebrations from July 6 to 13, SPARK Festival about to light up Ipswich, Ipswich Civic Centre ramps up its 50th anniversary celebrations, nurse navigators on hand for First Nations patients at West Moreton Health, and Ipswich council pushes what it says are the highlights of the annual city budget. Publish…

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Council budget: Rates up, new levy, major projects, and sudden closing of bridge causes gridlock 18:50

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Rates and charges up as council hands down a $678 million annual budget. What it means for individual ratepayers, more on the new infrastructure levy, and the sudden closing of a highway bridge brings many suburbs to a standstill. Mayor Teresa Harding joins the show after the special budget meeting of Ipswich City Council. Published: 2 July 2025. U…

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New multi-purpose art space at Yamanto Central to feature work from Jacob Sarra 10:30

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To coincide with SPARK Ipswich in July, Yamanto Central will open a new community share space. Centre marketing manager Andrew Spark joins the show along with local Indigenous artist Jacob Sarra. Jacob has been selected as the first artist to showcase his work in the centre. Published: 30 June 2025. Image: Jacob Sarra (supplied) Theme music: AudioJ…

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Former QT chief photographer Rob Williams recalls the shock of mass redundancies five years ago 23:35

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Five years ago the presses rolled for the last time on the print edition of the Queensland Times. Popular chief photographer and former postman Rob Williams was one of many made redundant across more than 100 News Corp mastheads. Rob joins the show to reflect on the forced changes to his career and reveals what shaped his interest in photography at…

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Surprise new charge, changes for problem intersection, council hints at CBD property sale and midwinter festivals 16:40

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Ipswich ratepayers hit with a surprise new charge, changes coming for busy intersection on Redbank Plains Road, Nicholas Street latest including the first hint council is actively preparing to offload commercial property in Ipswich Central, midwinter festivals, and Ipswich Civic Centre to mark 50 years. Mayor Teresa Harding joins the show after the…

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Overpass relief, free dental clinic, RAAF noise, raceway's 40th, festival time and civic centre's 50th 18:54

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Two lanes are better than one on Mount Crosby Road overpass, free dental clinic opens at Silkstone, noise about RAAF noise, Willowbank Raceway’s 40th, festival time in Ipswich, Ipswich Civic Centre to mark 50 years and what's on at Ipswich Art Gallery. Walter Williams and Ashleigh Mac join the show for another yarn over the back fence. Published: 1…

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Riverview tip pit repairs, AWLQ free vaccinations, MP calls for greyhound regulator and new name for IHF 6:33

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Ipswich council moves to save a majestic bottle tree in Marburg, Riverview Resource Recovery Centre in need of repairs, Animal Welfare League offers free vaccinations for cats and dogs, Ipswich MP Jennifer Howard calls for independent greyhound regulator after deaths reported at new track and a new name for Ipswich Hospital Foundation revealed. Pub…

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Willowbank Raceway's 40th anniversary and Top Fuel champion Phil Lamattina still has an itch to scratch 22:15

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What does carrot farming have to do with drag racing? Not a lot really, except if you are Phil Lamattina. Phil is one of the top competitors in the Top Fuel category. This year also marks the 40th anniversary of drag racing in Ipswich. Local identity Paul Casos joins the show with the story behind local families who bravely backed their instinct to…

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Embarrassing scenes, new city plan, Warrego woes continue and call to bring back flood buy-backs 20:39

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Extraordinary and embarrassing scenes with insensitive comments at this month’s meeting of Ipswich City Council, new city plan adopted, no end in sight to Warrego Highway woes at the Bremer River bridge and Mount Crosby Road overpass, disagreement over payments to Healthy Land and Water, increase in waste charges, still no word on the future use of…

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Festival of Horsepower, council community centre takeover, body builders and new shows at civic centre 6:57

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Festival of Horsepower back for another year, Ipswich City Council takes on management of another community centre, new shows announced at Ipswich Civic Centre including Westmac’s Addams Family musical, and an early call for entries in the annual Ipswich Art Awards. Published: 27 May 2025. Theme music: AudioJungle - Mark_Music and Matt Steiner Nati…

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Overpass mishap, footpath parking complaints top quarterly report and Ed Sheeran invited to Ipswich 28:32

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A truck driving expert comments on the wind turbine under Mount Crosby Road overpass mishap, dogs and footpath parking among the top numbers in council’s quarterly report, final thoughts on the federal election result, could Ed Sheeran really come to Ipswich, and we reminisce about childhood picnics. Pro Drive’s Dave Cullen joins the show along wit…

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Libraries want feedback, unstoppable Ipswich, new health jobs and first new town plan since 2004 7:33

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Ipswich Libraries want to know how you feel about their services, unstoppable Ipswich where the population keeps growing, Adelong Avenue Thagoona and two eastern suburb parks get more love from council, West Moreton Health is recruiting and Ipswich City Council is closer to adopting its first new town plan since 2004. Published: 16 May 2025. Image:…

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Smarter than ever: AI continues to transform workplaces as employees face rapid change 16:36

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AI or Artificial Intelligence is here stay whether we like it or not. In this episode we explore what it is and, if you own a business, how it can be your best friend. Just like the telephone, light bulb, motor vehicle, printing press and umbrella which were initially scoffed at, AI is another world-changing breakthrough. My guest Ben Hayward expla…

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Stray cat solutions, show time in Ipswich, flu vax reminder and Talisman Sabre coming in July 20:31

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Stray cats are a major environmental threat in Australia. They have contributed to the extinction of native animal species. Instead of trapping and killing, the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation says it has a better way to control the cat population. University of Queensland's Emeritus Professor Jacquie Rand joins the show to explain more. Also in …

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What's new at Ipswich Show this year and Ipswich Pickleball open for new players 13:50

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It’s show time again in Ipswich. Show president Darren Zanow joins us to reveal what’s new and exciting in sideshow alley this year plus other highlights scheduled for the 2025 Ipswich Show. Also in this episode Rozina Daniels from Ipswich Pickleball Association explains what it is and hopes to entice you try out the game. Published: 3 May 2025. Im…

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Antoniolli: "A victory for democratic representation". His response to council decision 10:10

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The suspected councillor conduct breach levelled against Andrew Antoniolli has dragged on longer that anyone would have liked. At this week’s meeting of Ipswich City Council on Wednesday April 30 a report about his referral to the OIA and subsequent investigation was considered by all councillors. Cr Antoniolli joins this bonus episode of Ipswich T…

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Antoniolli controversy, cemetery heritage project latest, Swifts saga resolved and call for new athletics track 13:39

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Controversy at Ipswich council meeting as councillors vote on Cr Andrew Antoniolli’s alleged misconduct, cemetery heritage project latest, finally a standard for suburb signs, Swifts saga resolved and a call for a new synthetic athletics track. Mayor Teresa Harding joins the show after the April 30 meeting of Ipswich City Council. Recorded: 30 Apri…

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What was the River Heart vision? Its origins and what council hoped to achieve explained 35:52

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It has been 23 years since the first River Heart vision for Ipswich Central was unveiled, before Riverlink and the parklands were developed. In this special episode you’ll hear exclusive behind the scenes insights into how the original River Heart vision came to life and why. The vision itself was more than the parklands you see today. It was about…

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Easter fun, correcting wrongs at Ipswich Cemetery, federal election, ArtsConnect popup shop and Gout Gout star power 26:56

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Walter Williams and Ashleigh Mac are back on the show for another yarn over the back fence. In this episode Easter holiday fun, we can’t escape the federal election campaign, council committee highlights including the proposal to help right a few wrongs from the past at Ipswich Cemetery, ArtsConnect popup shop in Booval Fair and Gout Gout has lost …

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Should you use AI to write a resume? Careers expert Dr Jennifer Luke reveals pitfalls and best approach 17:19

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Are you job hunting with the help of artificial intelligence? There are shortcuts to a great resume but what about the pitfalls. To help you avoid the traps when using AI University of Southern Queensland careers expert Dr Jennifer Luke joins the show with priceless advice to help you score that next job. Published: 15 April 2025. Image: UniSQ care…

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Blair and Oxley candidates, cleanup of local rivers and youth film festival returns in 2025 7:08

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At close of nominations last week 17 candidates are listed across the federal seats of Blair and Oxley. In this episode find out who is running and the ballot paper order. Plus, local rivers get a cleanup and the Ipswich Film Festival for Youth is back for another year. Published: 14 April 2025. Theme music: AudioJungle - Mark_Music and Matt Steine…

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Election watch: Neumann's record, Norman St bridge, Amberley interchange and sporting facilities upgrades 18:33

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Campaigning is now in full flight for the May 3 poll. Shayne Neumann joins this episode. He was first elected to the seat of Blair in 2007 and has put his hand up to run again. What has he achieved, why much-needed infrastructure is yet to materialise and what he’s promising to get done if re-elected. Plus we talk about Ipswich Civic Centre, four-y…

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Regional election issues, voter sentiment, a prediction and what Trump's tariffs could mean for Ipswich 22:48

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The first week of the federal election campaign throws up a few surprises, a prediction Shayne Neumann will win Blair, what Trump’s tariffs could mean for Ipswich and differences in voter sentiment between states. University of Southern Queensland's Emeritus Professor John Cole is an expert in social and economic development in regional Australia. …

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Financial threat from fire ants revealed in new report from Australia Institute 11:39

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Australian households could be hit with a $581 million annual pesticide bill if fire ant eradication efforts fail, a new report by the Australia Institute has revealed. In this episode Rod Campbell from the institute joins the show to explain a potential nationwide cost burden of more than $1 billion. Published: 31 March 2025. Theme music: AudioJun…

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Conduct matter delayed, new planning scheme, new CEO contract and usefulness of sandbags questioned 13:27

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Suspected councillor conduct breach matter delayed until next month, new Ipswich planning scheme due to commence July 1, CEO contract renewed, the latest on proposed developments in WM Hughes Street North Ipswich and usefulness of sandbags questioned. Mayor Teresa Harding joins the show after the March 27 meeting of Ipswich City Council. Recorded: …

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Ipswich council reveals alleged conduct breaches by Cr Andrew Antoniolli 3:07

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In this episode Ipswich City Council reveals allegations against councillor Andrew Antoniolli. Since publishing episode 429 earlier today council has published online late today the full agenda with attachments for Thursday’s council meeting. Published: 24 March 2025. Theme music: AudioJungle - Mark_Music and Matt Steiner Image: Ipswich councillor …

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New $67 million green waste contract, FOGO loses it FO and contract renewal for council CEO 12:02

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Another big week for Ipswich councillors as they prepare for Thursday’s council meeting. Among other things on the agenda there’s a major $67 million green waste contract to vote on, a suspected councillor conduct breach, a report on the new Ipswich Planning Scheme and a contract renewal for CEO Sonia Cooper. Also in this episode microchip company …

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Alfred washup, Harding & Antoniolli war of words, possible move for tourist centre and dog rego increase flagged 30:55

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Alfred, the cyclone that was. Did we suffer from information overload? The war of words continues between Teresa Harding and Andrew Antoniolli, fire ants love a good flood, dog rego increase flagged as is a possible move for the Visitor Information Centre. All this and more with Walter Williams and Ashleigh Mac as we catch up for another yarn over …

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Good riddance Alfred, radio still very relevant and fire ants hitch a ride on floodwaters 6:13

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Cyclone Alfred gives Ipswich residents a scare as life returns to normal for most, however please spare a thought for those still dealing with the trauma of being flooded. Council flood mapping the best to date, radio maintains its relevance and superiority during an extended weather emergency and fire ants hitch a ride on floodwaters. Published: 1…

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State observers tame behaviour, media policy moves behind closed doors, mayor returns from OS and surprise sign 14:49

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Councillors on their best behaviour with state government officials in the public gallery, media policy review taken behind closed doors, mayor back from Nerima, Singapore and Europe, and lots of talk about suburb entry signs after an underwhelming new Wulkuraka sign surprises everyone. Mayor Teresa Harding joins the show after the February meeting…

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Six for Blair, population latest, discover revamped visitor page, bulk rubbish bags popular & First Nations midwifery program 8:02

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Ipswich's population reaches 260,000, now there are six candidates for Blair, Discover Ipswich what’s on makeover, bulk rubbish collection chalks up 12,000, South Street demolitions gather pace and a new First Nations midwifery program at Ipswich Hospital. Published: 27 February 2025. Image: Jaghu Midwifery Group Practice midwives Bethany Salter, C…

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Five for Blair, Antoniolli declares low morale, odour inquiry expands and calling all local artists 21:13

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Another surprise from Ash’s radio past, candidates are lining up for the seat of Blair, mayor back from Nerima visit, Cr Andrew Antoniolli declares low morale, former council buildings make way for new hospital car park, odour inquiry expands areas of interest and a call for local artists to create major works of public art. Time for another yarn o…

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New year, new president for Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce 6:40

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A new year and a new president for Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce. Long-term president Phillip Bell announced he was stepping down earlier this month. In this episode meet new president David Wiltshire. Published: 14 February 2025. Image: New chamber president David Wiltshire (left) receives a welcome from Phillip Bell (supplied) Theme music: A…

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A visit downstairs to the Old Flour Mill uncovers hidden treasures; two shop owners tell their story 12:05

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If it has been a while since you last visited the Old Flour Mill in Brisbane Street then it might be the right time to rediscover hidden treasures in the arcade downstairs. In this episode you’ll meet two entrepreneurs who have taken the plunge to open businesses in this historic top of town building. They are diverse and interesting. You’ll hear w…