🐾 Top 17 Iconic Wildlife in Ipswich

We scored Ipswich wildlife on 7 dials: commonness, lovedness, civic weight, mythic pull, Ipswich distinctiveness, ecological role, and encounter reliability (how likely you'll see one).

That ranking gave us the Top 17: koala, rock-wallaby, platypus, tawny frogmouth and more.

Once the list was locked, we built a custom infographic for each—superpower, best local hotspots (Nerima Gardens to Flinders-Goolman), and quick facts—plus a tight By The Numbers snapshot.

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How Big Is Ipswich (QLD)?

⚖️ 29 real world comparisons

From Basin Pocket to Amberley, then out to Singapore, London, the Grand Canyon and Fiji - we overlaid Ipswich on real places to show our city’s true scale.

Clean maps, quick facts, and a By The Numbers box make it easy to picture how big Ipswich really is.

Perfect for settling the next pub debate or helping out-of-towners get their bearings.

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Ange did my family Christmas Minis - 15-minute sessions. $175 with 5 images - upgrade to full gallery for extra. Cosy, colourful, at home setup in Eastern Heights. First slots from 8 Nov.
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Let's Partner — Unique advertising across the Ipswich Insider newsletter, website and social media. Reach 10k locals across channels. We are looking for longterm partners, not one-off ads. Let’s talk ideas and build something that works. More info→

TEAS! TEAS! TEAS! An old Cribb & Foote ad from 1903. See the ad →

$1.69m, East Ipswich - Fully renovated, raised Queenslander on 1,181 sqm: 5 bed, 3 bath, 3 car, with high ceilings, VJ walls, hoop pine floors and a new Bosch kitchen. Dual-level family layout, walk to Ipswich Grammar, CBD and train. See full listing →

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How to play: Look close at the photo, guess where it was taken from in Ipswich. Click the link and drop your pin to see how close you can get.

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🏗️ Riverlink Towers Plan Triggers Flood Evacuation Concerns

LEDA proposes 471 units across 23 towers at North Ipswich, with residents required to evacuate whenever a major flood warning is issued. Council says no decision; documents estimate 1,377 residents evacuating each event. ABC News →

🤠 Viral 'Cliff Rider' Sparks Playground Safety Debate

An ABC report highlighted the 'cliff rider' at Outlook Park, Springfield (58B Fossicker Circuit), amid renewed debate over risky play and safety. Experts in the story say calculated risk aids learning. ABC News →

🏉 Broncos Seal NRL And NRLW Premiership Double

Brisbane beat Melbourne 26-22 in the NRL grand final, while the Broncos NRLW won the women's decider 22-18. A rare club double capped a huge weekend for Queensland league. NRL.com →

🏛️ Council Explains Sexfest Permit Assessment Process

Ipswich City Council says Sexfest will be assessed under a Temporary Entertainment Event Licence, not on undefined community standards. If approved, conditions may address traffic, waste, noise, security and emergency access. Ipswich City Council →

🌳 Flood Action Plans For High-Risk Suburbs Released

Council released community flood emergency action plans for Brassall, Bundamba, Gailes, Goodna, Grandchester, Karalee and North Booval. A short survey on Shape Your Ipswich invites feedback to tailor each suburb's plan. Ipswich City Council →

Quick-fire snippets—local buzz & chatter:

• 🏍️ Ipswich Toy Run Set For 14 December →
• 🚧 East Ipswich Drainage Rehab Project 99% Complete: Blackall Street Project Details →
• 📚 Term 4 Starts; School Zones Back In Force →
• ♻️ Free Green Waste Weekends Announced For October →
• ☣️ Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day: Sunday 12 October →
• 🏛️ Viva Cribb Bursary (for an Ipswich Local History Project) Open Until 31 October →
• 🏆 City Cave Ipswich Named Franchise Store Of The Year →
• ⚡ Karrabin Battery Storage Plan: Application Under Assessment →
• 💜 Goodna Jacaranda Festival Runs 24–25 October →

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Wednesday (8 October)

🍻🍽️ Banshees Bar and Artspace - Open Mic 6 PM info

💵 Springlake Hotel - Balls Out Bingo 6pm ($20) tickets

🍻🍽️ Monte Lane Wine Bar - Trivia 6:30-8 PM info

🍻🍽️ General Public - Trivia 6:30 PM info

🍻🍽️ Hotel Commonwealth - Harry Potter Trivia 6:30pm info

Thursday (9 October)

🆓 Riverlink Shopping Centre - Mental Health Expo 10am-6pm details

💵 Willowbank Raceway - Kenda Tires 660 Drag Racing 10am-8:30pm on all weekend ($30) details

💵 Springfield Central SHS Performing Arts Centre - 2025 Dance Night 6pm ($5) tickets

🍻🍽️ Club Services Ipswich - Trivia 6:30 PM info

🍻🍽️ Orion Hotel - Trivia 7-10 PM ($1) details

🍻🍽️ Banshees Bar and Artspace - Karaoke 8 PM info

Friday (10 October)

🆓 Barista Sistas Cafe, Brassall - 1st birthday, free cake 9am info

💵 North Ipswich Reserve Sports Fields - Battle of the Zones Rugby, cultural shows 10am (Fri + Sat) more info

💵 Rising Sun Hotel, Rosewood - Bull riding from 5:30 PM ($20-35) info

💵 St Edmund's College - Fatty & Sterlo rugby league stories 6:30-10:30pm ($180) info

💵 St Peter Claver College Performing Arts Centre, Riverview - "I Am Frankenstein", SPCC drama students 6:30pm Fri + Sat shows ($20) tickets

💵 Brighton Homes Arena - Social Club Wild West Casino Night 7pm ($99) tickets

💵 Orion Hotel - Comedy 7-9 PM ($15) tickets

💵 Ipswich Civic Centre - Stand-up Comedy: Ashwin Segkar, Georgina Humphries, Jack Knight, Kat Davidson 8pm ($30) tickets

Saturday (11 October)

💵 Rosewood Memorial Hall - Martial arts seminar, BBQ 8am-3pm more info

🆓 Nicholas St Precinct - The Handmade Expo 9am-1pm info

🆓 Park Near Splash 'n' Play, South Ripley - Ripley Markets 3-8pm details

🆓 Ipswich Art Gallery - Residue + Response: Tamworth Textile Triennial opening 5:30-7:30pm RSVP

💵 Queensland Raceway - Cruise the Night, track meet 4-10pm info

💵 Ipswich Showgrounds - Business Excellence Awards Gala Ceremony 6-11pm ($195) info

💵 Studio 188 - Solo: Kate 'Babyshakes' Dillon 7:30pm ($24) info

💵 Ipswich Civic Centre - Echoes of Pink Floyd 8pm ($82) info

💵 The Racehorse Hotel - ABBA hits 8pm ($16) tickets

💵 Springlake Hotel - Killer Queen and David Bowie Experience 8pm ($39) tickets

Sunday (12 October)

🆓 Orion Hotel - KIDS RAVE, glow sticks, music 10am-12pm JOIN WAITLIST

💵 Monte Lane - Paint & Sip 2:30-4:30pm ($59) details

Monday (13 October)

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Tuesday (14 October)

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