Ipswich Life Magazine - 30 March 2015

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• EASTER Fun Ideas • SCHOOL Holiday Guide • IPSWICH Festival 2015 • WIN: Movie passes • DEFENCE News & Photos

HOT SHOWS IN 2015 DETAILS INSIDE

CIRCA

BLUNDELL

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STRIPEY

CABARET ACOUSTIC EDC

FLAK

PRODIGY

BARLEYSHAKES CURLY

KELLY

HOT SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN at the Ipswich Art Gallery this April!

Get ready for a jam-packed day of Easter school holiday fun at the Ipswich Art Gallery! These holidays, the Gallery is full of activities and exhibitions for families to enjoy.

Climbing Web by Evelyn Roth, open 10am-5pm daily, no bookings required.

Take your creative costume on the Climbing Web in the Children’s Gallery

First stop is the Children’s Gallery where artist Evelyn Roth has woven a giant web to fill the space. The Climbing Web is a large-scale multi coloured crocheted net suspended from the gallery ceiling. Complete with energetic music and spinning disco lights, it’s an exciting and safe environment where kids can climb, tumble, dive and spin while safely suspended off the ground.

Next to the Climbing Web, craft tables await the imagination – design a crazy costume using colourful fabrics, string, paper, pipe cleaners, feathers and stockings to wear whilst scaling the zany heights of the Climbing Web. After tumbling and dancing through the web, head downstairs for hanging of a different kind. On weekdays throughout the school holidays from 10am to 1pm, the Main Hall will be filled with soil, moss and plants waiting to be combined into kokedama.

‘Create a Kokedama’ workshops teach children and adults the step-by-step process of making these traditional Japanese hanging plants. It’s messy, it’s creative and it’s a great way for children to learn more about plants.

Plus, each Kokedama creation is yours to take home! For $3 you’ll get all materials needed to create a kokedama . No need to book, simply pay at the Gallery Shop on the day. School holiday fun starts on Tuesday 7 April, 10am to 1pm weekdays until 17 April.

In keeping with the climbing theme, a rock climbing wall will tower over the outside forecourt ready for older kids to race to the top. Get a new perspective from the top of the world, but don’t look down!

Create your own Kokedama, 10am-1pm weekdays in the Easter holidays 7-17 April (limited to 200 participants a day).

When energy levels run low, head to the Foyer where a coffee cart will be stationed, providing a chill out zone for families to refuel. Especially popular with parents, the coffee cart will have a range of hot and cold beverages on hand plus delicious snacks.

In addition to the range of children’s activities, the Gallery is also showing two contemporary exhibitions – Art & Australia Collection 2003-2013 and Microcosms: the work of Peter Madden.

The Art & Australia Collection is touring from the Newcastle Art Gallery and is on in the Exhibition Gallery. The collection features a range of innovative contemporary works of art including video, painting, sculpture, light installation, sound art and photography. Kids can pick up an accompanying Art Trail map to guide their discovery and understanding of the various artworks on display.

Last but not least, Microcosms: the work of Peter Madden is sure to captivate young and old alike, with intricate two – and three-dimensional paper sculptures, crafted from photographs found in magazines and encyclopaedias, brought together to create fantastical worlds.

After being inspired by Madden’s work, children can create their own collage creations.

At the Make a Mini Portrait tables, kids can let their creativity run wild, putting together their own portraits and images with photographs taken from old magazines.

From climbing a giant web, to crafting a hanging plant, to being fully immersed in contemporary art -there’s something for everyone these school holidays at the Ipswich Art Gallery!

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ColleCtion 2003-2013

on sHoW until 17 MAY 10AM-5PM DAilY

Closed Good Friday | Open from noon ANZAC Day

Test your skill on the mobile rock climbing wall on the Gallery Forecourt, 10am1pm weekdays in the Easter holidays 7-17 April.

Nicholas St, Ipswich CBD www.ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au Ipswich Art Gallery is a cultural service of Ipswich City Council

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body

Del Kathryn Barton girl #8 (2004) in the exhibition Art & Australia Collection 2003-2013.

IMAGE: Christian de Vietri 2nd law (2004) Polyurethane, fibreglass, metal fridge, 110 x 245 x 170 cm. Art & Australia Emerging Artist Collection

A Newcastle Art Gallery and Art & Australia travelling exhibition

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Holiday Time - it’s HERE! It’s one of the best times of the year as Easter is upon us and School Holidays begin this week, so keeping this in mind we’ve got everything you need for this holiday period to maximise your fun.

First and foremost of course, is our fantastic Ipswich Festival feature, which lists all the great events happening across our city. There’s something for everyone this year as the Ipswich Festival is going for longer and has more things to offer than ever before. Get ready for fun!

We also have tons of things to do for you and the kids this month with our School Holiday feature which is packed with things to do - most under $10 or FREE, PLUS we’ve got some movie passes to give away to BCC Cinemas Ipswich. That’s not all for the movies, check out page 18 where we have tickets to be won to stacks of upcoming movies. You beauty!

In Defence News, we checked out the opening of the massive new Joint Logistics Facility at RAAF Amberley which carries over 6.5 million items!

We’ve got plenty more in this issue including yummy Easter treats, lots of social pics including the Art Gallery celebrations, the opening of the offices of new MP Jen Howard, and all the lovely ladies from the Switchettes Charity Day at the Ipswich Turf Club, motoring, local news and much more. If you have photos from a social event, send them in! We’d love to see and share them in the mag.

Plus we’ve got news from troops on the frontline who are helping the people of Vanuatu hit hard by Cyclone Pam. Don’t forget Ipswich Life is FREE to you thanks to our advertisers, so please show them your support and let them know you saw it in Ipswich Life!

Have a safe and Happy Easter. darren@strikepublications.com.au

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Paid Parking from April 13 in Ipswich City Square car park Public discussion about paid parking in the Ipswich City Square Car Park, to begin from Monday April 13, has been loud and sustained, with many people concerned that it will be detrimental to business activity within the CBD. Others say it will free up parking for shoppers, tourists and moviegoers.

The first three hours in the ICS carpark will be free and there will be five hours free parking for movie patrons at BCC Ipswich Cinemas, which means a large number of visitors into the CBD will not have to pay for parking.

In the wake of criticism of the changes, mostly from those who work in the CBD who need to park there throughout the day, Ipswich City Council has released a ‘Park Smart’ strategy for long stay parking in Ipswich City Centre, which highlights in one easy guide where parking is metered, charged or free.

Council’s view is that parking restrictions are necessary to ensure that parking bays turnover regularly, so that people can conveniently access the services and facilities they need.

This, in turn, is seen as supporting local businesses and the economic growth of the Ipswich City Centre.

The Council’s ‘Park Smart’ contends that if all car parks in the Ipswich CBD were free, the premium parking bays would be occupied all day by long stay parkers, especially commuters who work in Brisbane and catch the train.

This practice would hurt local businesses as their customers would not be able to find a convenient place to park to access their goods and services.

Free parking always comes at a cost to someone. Even when there is no cost to park, there are still costs to the facility owner relating to construction and upkeep. Fees generated from parking meters help fund the maintenance, construction and upgrade of parking facilities, as well as improvements to the pedestrian and cycle networks in the Ipswich City Centre.

CBD workers who want to avoid charges are

encouraged to use public transport or use the earlybird option with discount all day parking before 7.30am.

As the city grows, there will need to be a balance of providing: • the right amount of short stay parking (less than four hours) in the right locations to support local businesses; and • options for long stay parking (greater than four hours) including free parking on the fringe of the City Centre and higher priced parking in more convenient locations.

For a complete list of parking options available, visit the website and download our Park Smart brochure. To download it visit

www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/parking.

There are also posters and handouts available for CBD traders to give to customers which can be obtained from the Council Marketing Department.

What do YOU think of the new parking strategy for Ipswich City Centre? Will it mean that short term visitors will no longer have to search for a park? Will you take advantage of the free parking? We would like to hear your views.

Please email darren@strikepublications.com.au or visit the Ipswich Life Facebook page to leave your comments.

Above: Long Stay Parking Options released by Ipswich City Council last week.

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THE CIRCUS IS IN TOWN

@ the Ipswich Civic Centre these School Holidays!

The Circa Carnival comes to town these April school holidays with whimsical tales of creatures of land and sea, who tumble, fly, leap and spin their way through the many wondrous worlds of the animal kingdom.

The zebras juggle and flip, kangaroos skip and somersault, there’s elephants with street-cred, and even dinosaur bones that shake, clatter and roll to the music.

Internationally acclaimed circus company, Circa, famed for their inventiveness, precision and creativity, bring the joy of the animal kingdom to the Civic Centre stage in this physical theatre extravaganza. Combing circus and digital animation, the stage is brought to life as the performers amaze and

inspire audiences with acrobatic feats and aerial skills.

Circa’s acrobats bring this classical music suite to life for a whole new generation of circus, music and animal lovers. Let Carnival of the Animals whisk you away on a thrilling circus escapade!

Suitable for Children 3+ Family Performances Thursday, 9 April | 6.00 pm and Friday, 10 April | 11.00 am and 1.00 pm Tickets: Adult $18.00 | Child $15.00 For bookings please visit www. ipswichcivicentre.com.au or call 07 3810 6100 during office hours.

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MUSINGS ANZAC Centenary The ANZAC Centenary will be one of the most significant commemorations to take place in our lifetime.

It will be a time to honour and reflect upon the service and sacrifice of all those who have worn our nation’s uniform – past and present.

Veterans, ex-service organisations, emergency services organisations and schools can register their intention to march in Ipswich’s ANZAC Centenary Parade online: www.ipswich.qld. gov.au/about_ipswich/news_and_events/ anzac-day-2015 The Parade will step off at 10.45am from the corner of Ellenborough and Brisbane Streets, passing through Brisbane St, East St, Pine St over David Trumpy Bridge to The Terrace to ender North Ipswich Reserve.

The public Commemoration Service will be held on the main field of North Ipswich Reserve at 11.30am, concluding at approximately 12pm.

The Local Government Association of Queensland on behalf of the states 77 local councils has launched a relief appeal to help the victims of Tropical Cyclone Pam that devastated Vanuatu.

Visit www.lgaq.asn.au/vanuatuappeal to find out how you can help.

Mayor Paul Pisasale City of Ipswich

New mural to deter vandalism A new mural at the old Pump Station in Springfield Lakes designed and painted by local artist Annie Clarke was unveiled recently.

Ipswich City Council Arts, Community and Cultural Services Committee Chairperson Councillor Charlie Pisasale praised the initiative.

“Tackling crime and vandalism takes some creative thinking and this project is evidence of that,” Cr Pisasale said.

“Murals such as this play a role in deterring vandalism in the area and increasing community enjoyment of local facilities.

“Working in partnership with the Queensland Government’s Graffiti Stop program, council has invested over $4,500 in designing and painting this beautiful mural.

“I’d especially like to thank artist Annie Clarke

for such an impressive effort.”

Division 9 Councillor Sheila Ireland said the project was a really great outcome for the local community and everyone involved.

“In just months this mural has gone from a simple idea to this beautiful piece of art we see before us,” Cr Ireland sad.

“For that entre time young people from Springfield Lakes and nearby suburbs have been front and centre in the conceiving of and executing this project.

“This gives local young people a real stake in this mural and a strong desire to see its beauty preserved for everyone’s enjoyment.

“This mural serves a really important purpose in improving community safety in the area, but I’m also thrilled with how beautifully it’s turned out,” Cr Ireland said.

Woodlands of Marburg is fast getting a reputation for food, functions and getaways that equal the mansion’s long history, which began way back in 1890.

Resident chefs create seasonal menus showcasing the best of the local and state produce on offer. From casual to fine dining over lunch, dinner and everything in between, Woodlands has it all.

Just a 20min drive from Ipswich CBD, surrounded by gardens, Woodlands is open for dinner on Friday and Saturday nights, plus lunch on Sundays.

For dinner, you can choose from the full menu including dishes such as pan-seared Mooloolaba Prawns, Kilcoy Eye Fillet Steak, followed by New York Cheesecake or their famous Expresso Brulee.

There is also a range of Kids meal choices, plus a full range of wines and drinks to compliment your meal. Vegan and Gluten Free options are also available.

MOTHER’S DAY is fast approaching, and Woodlands are offering the choice of High Tea or Sunday lunch for Mum on May 10th.

For just $35 per person, enjoy a sumptuous High Tea, or a set two or three course meal from just $60 per person including the likes of Porterhouse Steak, Crisp Pork Belly and every mum’s favourite, Sticky Date Pudding.

For more info and bookings, call 5464 4777 or visit the website for full menus at www. woodlandsofmarburg.com.au/dining.

The team at Woodlands look forward to pleasing your palette when next you visit.

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AT IPSWICH CIVIC CENTRE AND STUDIO188 This autumn the performing arts are in full swing at the Ipswich Civic Centre and Studio 188 with a packed programme that will in turn delight and challenge our local and visiting audience.

Arts, Community and Cultural Services Committee Chairperson Councillor Charlie Pisasale said May to August will bring a range of touring shows running alongside homegrown theatre that shows off the depth and breadth of Ipswich’s local talent.

“The Civic Centre and Studio 188 continue to offer a spacious and high end venue suited to blockbuster performances and elaborate staging,” Cr Pisasale said.

“With a season this eclectic there is a show to suit all tastes and ages.

“After a record breaking year in 2014, the first few months at Ipswich Civic Centre and Studio 188 have been nothing short of sensational.

“So strap yourself in for another fantastic line up of music, theatre, comedy and dance as May to August looks to be even bigger, and NOW is the time to get your tickets for an incredible line-up of entertainment.”

Some of the highlights of the new program include:

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Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow 2015: The show that people across Ipswich pencil in every year. Now in its 15th year, the Roadshow features some of the best home-grown and overseas acts for a colossal night of stand up comedy to leave you smiling for days afterwards,.

Organisers are promising another stellar line up of acts for the show on May 5th.

Natalie Weir’s ‘The Host’: Following on from the huge response to ‘Carmen Suite’ last year, The Host combines gripping dance theatre with a touch of explosive fun, as it takes you on a thrilling ride through the lifestyles of the power hungry set around an elegant dinner party.

Enjoy the fashions by Brisbane-based fashion designer Gail Sorronda, music performed by Southern Cross Soloists and the story told by multiple award-winning choreographer, Natalie Weir, on May 13th.

The Official Blues Brothers Revue: If you loved the movie, you’re going to love this revue that fans of the Blues Brothers won’t want to miss. Featuring Wayne Catania as Jake and Kieron Lafferty as Elwood, The Official Blues Brothers Revue and their eight‐piece intercontinental rhythm and blues revue band pay homage to the humour, music and mayhem of the Blues Brothers.

Produced by Dan Aykroyd, Judith Belushi and original Blues Brothers musical director Paul Shaffer, it features all the Blues Brothers classics when it rolls into the Civic Centre on May 17th.

Prodigy: The Queensland Symphony Orchestra will make a welcome return to Ipswich for a concert inspired by prodigies: young composers and performers with talent beyond their years. The concert features the full QSO, performing music by Mozart and Mendelssohn, John William’s Harry Potter score, music from Tchaikovsky’s ballets The Nutcracker and Swan Lake and much more.

For part of the concert some of Ipswich’s finest young musicians will join the QSO ( May 27th).

James Blundell: With numerous awards such as nine CMAAs, Golden Guitar Awards, double platinum, platinum and gold sales awards and an ARIA Award nominee under his belt, James Blundell will deliver some of Australia’s best country hits on June 13th.

The 26-Storey Treehouse: Based on the bestselling series by Australia’s No.1 kids writer Andy Griffiths, this is an adaptation that kids and adults alike will adore. Adapted by awardwinning playwright and author Richard Tulloch (The Book of Everything, Bananas in Pyjamas).

It’s on July 14th.

Kelly: A Queensland Theatre Company (QTC) production by Matthew Ryan, this new play by young Queensland Playwright Matthew Ryan, was produced by QTC for their 2012 main stage season. Kelly boasts a brilliant cast of three of Brisbane’s finest actors - led by the Matilda Award winning Steven Rooke who plays Ned Kelly in a powerhouse performance with humour, heart and depth on July 21st.

There’s also Stripey: The EGGScellent Adentures of an Emu Chick on August 12th, or for a magical night out how about Movie Masterpieces with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra playing some of the best known cinema music on August 22th. Celebrate ‘Encore! Music and Musicals’ on August 15th with a big array of guest artists and Ipswich performers which will showcase past and present Master Class recipients in musical scenes from well-loved movies and musicals.

STUDIO 188 Once again the intimate venue of Studio 188 in the Top of Town is part of the Queensland Cabaret Festival with two shows on 12th and 13th June featuring Tom Sharah and Carrita Farrer.

There will be a return of Band Nights which will highlight local talent on May 15th, June 19th and August 7th.

Friday Night Jazz will continue on May 29, June 26 and August 21 when you can unwind with some great Jazz and some yummy food for just $15 a ticket!

Comedy fans haven’t been forgotten with Saturday Night Comedy returning on May 30th, June 27th and August 22nd. It’s an hilarious night out with headline and supporting comic every night.

There’s also Linsey Pollak in Mrs Curly and the Norweigan Pipe on May 16th ‘Barleyshakes’ on June 20th a Celtic band with world music influences and if you love guitar, don’t miss the Acoustic Guitar Spectacular on August 15th .

Cinema 188 returns with movies from Argentina, South Africa, China and Israel on Sunday nights, plus Behind the Red Curtain is back, along with THAT Production Company’s The God of Carnage from April 30 to May 9.

For a full list of all shows and to buy tickets online visit www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or buy tickets over the counter at the Box Office in the Ipswich City Council Customer Service Centre in top of Ipswich Mall in the old Commonwealth Bank building.

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the 26-storey treehouse tuesday, 14 July

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Special Offer Save up to $62.00 when you purchase tickets to The 26-Storey Treehouse and Stripey in one transaction

heArt And soul: celebrAtIng 40 yeArs friday, 17 July | saturday, 18 July | sunday, 19 July

Special eventS celebrate the 40th birthday of the ipswich civic centre with three spectacular events over three days for more information and a full line up of shows on offer in 2015, visit www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au book your seat | www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or phone (07) 3810 6100 (credit card only)

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It’s a MARVELous Easter at Limelight!

Easter is a great time for catching up with family, so what better way to spend some time together than with one of a great selection of movies this month at Limelight Cinemas Riverlink? Check out this collection of good times ahead: Marvel Marathon: If you love your superheroes here’s the perfect way to warm for Avengers: Age of Ultron (out April 23 – tickets on sale NOW), with a HUGE all-night Marvel Marathon on Saturday April 18. For just $35 (or just $30 for Limelight Rewards Members) you can see The Avengers, Thor: The Dark World, Guardians of the Galaxy, Iron Man 3 and Captain America: The Winter Soldier in one super-sized session guaranteed to fire you up for the biggest sequel since…um…well, EVERRRRR! Tickets WILL sell out, so get yours online NOW. Frozen Sing-A-Long: Limelight would love for you to have some family fun at their sing-a-long screening of Frozen on Sunday April 19 at 12.30pm.

Tickets are only $8.50 for adults, $6.50 for kids and $6.50 for Limelight Rewards members.

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Easter Movies: You’re in for a treat Ipswich!

With a slew of movies out for the Easter holidays and beyond, you can enjoy Shaun the Sheep, Spongebob Squarepants: Sponge Out of Water 3D, The Duff, Get Hard, Disney’s Cinderella, The Longest Ride plus special Anzac Day screenings of Gallipoli. There are also special $6 kids tickets all over the school holidays!

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IPSWICH F E S T I VA L 16 APRIL – 3 MAY 2015

CLEAR YOUR CALENDAR FOR IPSWICH FESTIVAL

FESTIVAL EVENTS PROGRAM THE BEST EVER

Celebrating our community, boosting city pride, supporting local groups and indulging in a myriad of cultural events, the Ipswich Festival brings out the best of our great city.

It’s almost time to celebrate the extensive program of events, exhibitions, theatre, arts and music of the Ipswich Festival 2015.

Festival favourites including Fire on the River, Global Fiesta and the Jazz, Wine and Blues are just some of this year’s highlights, and the Mayor’s Ball is returning to the Workshops Rail Museum, which is very exciting.

Clear your calendar and make the most of the Ipswich Festival because with so many free events between April 16 and May 3, you’ll be pressed to make it all.

For the first time in festival history, the Ipswich Festival Parade will be staged at dusk, with the Parade of Light ­— Our People, Our Culture on May 2 at 6pm.

The annual Ipswich Festival is a highlight on the social calendar for many residents

What makes the Ipswich Festival so appealing is the number of events that offer free entry or limited entry charges. The program kickstarts with an explosion of colour and sound at the ever popular fireworks spectacular of Fire on the River on Thursday 16 April.

Due to popular demand, Opera Acoustics in the angelic setting of St Paul’s Anglican Church, returns on Friday 17 April. Queens Park hosts Global Fiesta with a program of multicultural music, dance, food and arts on Saturday 18 April followed by an evening of Prom 15 Time Warrior, one not to miss if you enjoy the orchestral sounds of sci-fi movies.

Sunday 19 April, the Ipswich Gala Doll Fair returns to the Civic Centre.

and visitors to Ipswich, so make sure you explore the program in more detail, as you’re sure to find hidden gems the whole family will enjoy.

On behalf of all councillors of the City of Ipswich, welcome to the 2015 Ipswich Festival.

Have fun!

Mayor Paul Pisasale City of Ipswich

Our Festival Partners are acknowledged as valued contributors to the success of this year’s program including Signature Partners: Energex, Channel Nine, Heritage Bank and the University of Southern Queensland.

Energex who have supported the Ipswich Festival for over 17 years. There’s also great support from the Ipswich City Council in the delivery of the Festival program which provides an extensive opportunity for public participation and celebration.

I encourage you to explore our city, experience the opportunities and discover the beauty within. Celebrate with the Ipswich Festival 2015.

Paul Casos, Executive Chairman

www.ipswichfestival.com.au

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MY LOVE HAD A BLACK SPEED STRIPE

Presented by Fractal Theatre, Ipswich Festival, Ipswich Events Corporation, Studio 188, Ipswich City Council

My Love Had a Black Speed Stripe was originally adapted by Brenna Lee-Cooney from the Henry William’s novel for a La Boite/Brisbane Festival production featuring Eugene Gilfedder.

Regarded by many as a ‘forgotten Australian Masterpiece’ and contemporaneous with The Cars That Ate Paris, My Love Had a Black Speed Stripe explores the dark obsession with cars evident in much of the Australian male’s psyche.

This dynamic total theatre production draws on elements of circus, mime, body percussion and urban street poetry in a show that blurs the boundaries between dance, theatre and music performance.

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/hawt 3821 8763

FIRE ON THE RIVER

Presented by River 94.9 in association with Limestone Dental Group

Fire on the River launches the festivities with a spectacular explosion of colours lighting up the night sky.

Join us for an enthralling display of fireworks synchronised to a dedicated soundtrack that is sure to delight the whole family. This spectacular pyrotechnic display has become a festival favourite with a stunning showcase of the very best ‘feature’ fireworks and fire canons.

Best vantage points are at Riverlink Shopping Centre and David Trumpy Bridge.

This is an alcohol free event.

Please note: Ipswich City Square Car Park Closures.

Top Level 1 Exit of Ipswich City Square car park will be closed from 3 pm to 9 pm on Thursday 16 April. Please exit the car park at lower level 5 during this time.

Date: Thursday 16 April Time:

7 pm

Location: Riverlink Shopping Centre, Upper Level, Ipswich Central

OPERA ACOUSTICS

Presented by Limestone Dental Group and West Moreton Anglican College

We invite you to join us for an evening featuring six singers from OperaQ in a glorious program of opera and song. Fresh from the success of its inaugural presentation in 2014, OperaQ will perform a concert inspired by the beauty, history and architecture of St Paul’s Anglican Church, Ipswich. With a line up that features some of Queensland’s most respected voices: Brad Daley, Matt Lower, Jason Barry-Smith and Natalie Peluso, in a magnificent historical setting, this event is not to be missed.

Refreshments served on arrival with entertainment by WestMAC Strings.

WestMAC Strings have performed at Strings Studio recitals and many of its members have participated in the inaugural Anglican Schools Music Festival. Conducted by Allan Hall, WestMAC Strings entranced audiences in 2014 with their performance of Vivaldi’s Gloria.

Bookings: 3812 2974 Jacqui@ipsevents.org.au Date:

Friday 17 April

Time:

6pm for refreshments 7–8.30 pm performance

Location:

St Paul’s Anglican Church

Admission: $30

Date:

Thursday 16, Friday 17, Saturday 18, Wednesday 22, Thursday 23 & Friday 24 April

Time:

7.30 pm

Matinee: Saturday 18, 2pm & Thursday 23, 11am Location: Studio 188. 188 Brisbane St, Ipswich Admission: Adult $30, Conc $20 & Student $15

PROMS 15: TIME WARRIORS Ipswich City Orchestra dares to take you on a journey from the dawn of time, through the earliest days of our planet, on to ancient Rome and to the worlds beyond our solar system and the era of sci-fi movies.

Be transported to “galaxies far far away” with music from Starwars, E.T. — The Extra Terrestrial and even 2001 — A Space Odyssey.

Breathtaking music will be complemented by majestic marches you know so well. Some works will have images and video footage to add to the presentation. Come and be surprised at the very clever program designed to appeal to all ages!

You can come dressed as your favourite Starwars or sci-fi character, or come as you are and enjoy a unique Prom.

Witness the BIGGEST Orchestra ever mounted in Ipswich under the baton of Chief Resident Conductor, Patrick Burns.

Bookings: 3810 6100 www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au Date:

Saturday 18 April

Time:

7.30 pm

Location: Ipswich Civic Centre, Cnr Limestone & Nicholas Streets, Ipswich Admission: Adult $47, Conc/student $39 & Group 10+ $37

GLOBAL FIESTA

Supported by Queensland Government and Ipswich City Council

Come along and enjoy a family afternoon in the popular Queens Park with plenty of entertainment, workshops and activities, markets stalls, live performances, and thrilling rides as we celebrate Ipswich’s multicultural community.

Enter the Multicultural Fun Zone for creative, free workshops that offer hands-on interactive demonstrations. Create your own juggling balls, marvelous masks, dream catchers, musical instruments and no-sew bags.

Tell your story through a colourful mural, dress up in a colourful sari, and learn the beat of the drum. Get a henna tattoo, learn Bollywood dance steps or take part in old fashioned Aussie games.

The Energex Main Stage brings together diverse cultural performances on a truly grand scale, with: • Sounds of classical Japanese music performed

JAZZ, WINE AND BLUES

Supported by Harding Martin and Sekisui House in association with West Moreton Anglican College and Capral

Sip on some of the region’s finest wines at the Capral Vineyard in the beautiful setting of Queensland’s oldest public park for an afternoon of great entertainment. The musical line up on the Energex Main Stage features the very best sensational jazz and rockin’ blues.

WestMAC WestMAC Jazz Vocal expect to have a big year competing and exploring a wide variety of repertoire including gospel, popular and jazz.

They performed at the College’s ANZAC Day service, Ipswich Eisteddfod, Brisbane City Bands Festival, WestMAC’s Jazzin’ up the Hall and the Silkstone Eisteddfod. Jazz Vocal is conducted by Mrs Katherine Rixon and accompanied by Mr Bruce Ramm.

Big Kitty Band An explosion of hot sultry smokin’ jazz, rhythm ‘n blues and boogie, Big Kitty and her merry band of ne’er-do-well boys have been lifting the roof off jump joints and shakin’ the shoes off fevered crowds since 2004. With an ensemble of some of the finest musicians in Queensland, roots planted in jazz and blues, and the occasional tongue planted firmly in cheek, this audacious 7-piece live act features the incomparable Big Kitty on searing vocals and a seasoned crew of fine musicians on double bass, drums, guitar and horns.

BluesCorp 2014 Chain Award finalists (Best Band or Duo, Best Album, Best New Act), BluesCorp is a rock’n blues-funk band from the Gold Coast performing a mix of powerful original material and a solid list of classics. BluesCorp draws on the influences of such greats as Eric Clapton, BB King, Robben Ford, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Elvis, Little Richard, Buddy Guy, Junior Wells. Don’t miss this line-up of very accomplished musos.

by Takako Nishibori and Carlus-Rathus.

• The traditions and grace of Brazilian dance in a fun and energetic demonstration by Brazilian Soul Dance.

• Canta La Tumba, an exciting quartet who celebrates the rich music stylised in Afro Cuban and Latin traditions. Inspired by the sounds of greats like the Buena Vista Social Club and Santana, the musicians, themselves coming from a variety of musical and cultural backgrounds, join to share in passionate and infectious live performance.

• The Life of Reilly Band as they sing, joke and dance their way through an unforgettable performance of songs and tunes of Irish tradition… and an Aussie song or two.

• Joe Tee and Afrodisia as they combine

Emma Pask Her talent was spotted by James Morrison during one of his regular visits to high schools when she was just 16. She first sang with his band that night and has been touring with Morrison around Australia and overseas, ever since.

“The greatest gift to Australian Jazz Vocals in the last decade” is how James Morrison, Australia’s most awarded jazzman, describes Emma Pask.

While Emma’s voice and style are unique, and individually her own, her performances are reminiscent of the classic era of jazz, when swing was top of the charts.

Marshall Okell and the Pride Marshall Okell has played major festivals like the Byron Bay Blues Fest, Woodford Folk Festival and Festival Of The Sun. Now with his new band Marshall OKell & The Pride, these guys have the sound of Aussie Surf Roots with a big splash of Southern Mojo Rock. The Sound and Live show are stomping in high energy yet jaw dropping and full of fresh raw emotion.

A style of music garnished and brewed in the Far North Coast surfing Mecca of Lennox Head/Byron Bay, NSW. The songs are powerful, rhythmic, energetic, and totally honest.

Marshall OKell & The Pride performances are igniting fervent reactions all over the country.

Date: Saturday 25 April Time:

2pm–7.30pm

Location: Queens Park, Ipswich Central precise and soulful vocals with the group’s indefinable flavour create a totally unique sound and an infectious dance party atmosphere.

• Grupo Izalco will deliver an energetic performance that will have you up and dancing. A fusion of Latin music styles from Central and South America showcasing beautiful dancers in traditional costumes.

Bring your family and friends to enjoy and celebrate the many cultures that enrich our community.

Rides: $5 per ride or unlimited ride armbands $20.

Date:

Saturday 18 April

Time:

12 noon–6.30pm

Location: Queens Park, Ipswich Centr

LUNCHTIME SESSIONS

Presented by Hutchinson Builders Revolutionise your lunchtime routine! Festival LunchTime Sessions feature five exciting days of free live entertainment in Ipswich City Mall.

The Magic Parlour A day of monumental magical mayhem! Two incredible shows so close up and interactive — they will delight and amaze you. The Super Steph Magic Show and Damien the Magician. Plus balloon art, live bunny and magical tricks galore.

This one is for the kids as well as the young at heart.

Date: Tuesday 21 April 11am–1.30pm The Romance of Strauss, Bach and Bluegrass Lunch with over 20 musicians from the strings section of Ipswich City Orchestra. Come and be swept away to old Vienna with Strauss Waltzes played by the professional Orchestra’s String section. Then get your hands clapping for some good old fashioned bluegrass with the Suzuki Students of Ipswich.

Date: Wednesday 22 April 11am–1pm That’s Entertainment!

Let us take you on a journey of timeless music and history, with ‘Back to Basics’ recreating the era of the Andrew Sisters, followed by a mash of your favourite hit pop rock songs of the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and beyond with live band Shriners Park.

Tea & light refreshments early or BYO lunch.

Date: Thursday 23 April 11am –2 pm

NIGHTTIME SESSIONS… Latin Dance with Brazilian Soul Join in the fun or opt in the free dance class when Brazilian Soul perform a variety of Latin dance styles, all authentic from South America.

Date: Wednesday 22 April 5pm – 6pm SwingaBilly Ray It’s a revival of the golden age of swing jazz. Kick up you heels doing the lindy hop, the Charleston, St Louis shag, or shim sham and jitterbug – all this to the sounds of your favourite swing tunes from yesteryear. Everybody welcome.

Date:

Sounds of the 60’s

Brisbane Street will erupt with loads of party entertainment, smooth grooves, visual delights and cool rides.

Rides: On Ellenborough Street from 2pm $5.00 per ride or $ 20.00 unlimited armband

In association with Battery World Ipswich

For lovers of the sixties and Neil Diamond this is the must see music extravaganza of the Ipswich Festival 2015.

The tribute show of Peter Byrne and Forever Diamond will be performing Neil Diamond’s greatest hits, in an uncanny portrayal that has to be seen to be believed.

Grab your dancing shoes, get ready to party and come with us on this trip down memory lane.

Bookings: 3810 6100 www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au Date:

Thursday 16 April

Time:

7pm

Admission: $15

GOD OF CARNAGE

Presented by THAT Production Company and Studio 188

Swing it!

With a double scoop of comedy and a generous serving of musical mayhem the Swingin’ Martinis belt out the best of Frank Sinatra/Dean Martin classics through to the Proclaimers via ABBA and Tom Jones — all fused together to bring you some good old high energy and cracking entertainment.

Date: Thursday 30 April 12noon–1 pm

It’s the last day of the festival and you’re invited to the city’s after party.

Thursday 30 April 5pm–7.30pm

Location: Ipswich Civic Centre, Nicholas St, Ipswich Central

Big Band Brassy Swing and sway to the smooth and brassy sounds of the amazing C17’s Amberley Brass Band and the gold medal award winning Redbank Plains State High School Marching Band. Sit back and relax or dance to the beat of big band swing, classical, new world symphony, and so much more.

Date: Wednesday 29 April 11am–2 pm

HERITAGE BANK STREET CONCERT

Free Swing Dance Class.

A comedy of manners… without the manners.

The savagery beneath the polished façade of polite society is revealed in this delicious comedy where the couples move from diplomatic niceties to primitive instinct in one short, rumfuelled, fiery evening leaving more than just their principles in tatters.

God of Carnage, the longest running Broadway comedy of the 2000s,.

THAT Production Company (RUINED, Romeo + Juliet) is proud to present this brutally entertaining and satirical study of middle-class values as part of the 2015 Ipswich Festival.

Bookings: 3810 6100 Date:

Thursday 30 April to Saturday 9 May

Time:

7.30pm

Location: Studio 188. 188 Brisbane St, Ipswich Cost:

Adult $35, Conc $27, Youth (under 25) $20, Groups (6+) $18

Location: Heritage Bank Ellenborough Street Stage

CREATIVE KIDZ

Presented by Ipswich City Square supported by Seqwater in association with Yellow Cabs

ROLL UP! ROLL UP! ROLL UP! Flipside Circus are ready to blast the wow-factor with their jawdropping new show Dream, Risk, Laugh at this year’s Ipswich Festival! Be entertained by thrilling circus talents showcasing tricks, flips and aerial work that will astound you.

Be spoilt for choice as you navigate through interactive workshops, games and hands-on arts and crafts activities.

Colour your day at the Yellow Cab’s Face Painting Factory or reach new heights on the Bungy Trampoline.

Use your magically enchanted fingers to spread your superhero powers with SuperSteph, our favourite superhero magician.

Make a colourful crazy candle, sand art masterpiece, rainbow rhythm stick or plant a seedling to take home.

Choose from a range of plaster pieces to colour and decorate or join us as we play “Challenge Pack” based on the hit TV Show, Minute to Win It. Gather your friends and interact as a team or against each other in our custom built video gaming theatre.

Get artistic and help paint the Creative Kids Mural which will be installed in Ipswich City Square following the festival. There is so much more to see and do.

Date: Saturday 2 May Time:

Big Kitty Band An explosion of hot sultry smokin’ jazz, rhythm ‘n blues and boogie. This audacious 7-piece act features some of the finest Qld musicians and the incomparable Big Kitty on searing vocals.

Taxiride Since releasing their #1 debut album, Taxiride have reached the top of the Australian music industry with a succession of hit singles. Catch a taxi ride into party central to watch these guys really put the icing on the festival cake with their high energy performance Location: Heritage Bank D’arcy Doyle Stage Ipswich City Big Band Join Ipswich’s premier big band after the parade to dance the night away.

Grupo Izalco If you’re into dancing at parties, then this band is for you. With their contagious Latin grooves and high energy performance. Grupo Izalco possess all the right ingredients to get the party started and shake things up.

Date: Saturday 2 May Time 7pm– 9.30pm (after the parade) Location: Brisbane St, Ipswich Centre

1pm–5pm

Location: Ipswich Mall

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HONK

Supported by New Hope Group, with RACQ

HONK returns to the Top of Town with over 100 vehicles on display including Veteran Vehicles, Muscle Cars, Classic Cars, Hot Rods, Military vehicles, Vintage Bikes, Morris Minors and Vintage vehicles. Proudly restored to original condition and polished to perfection, enthusiasts will take a step back in time as these beauties grace Top of Town immediately following the Parade of Light.

DateL Saturday 2 May 7pm–9.30pm Location:

Brisbane St Top of Town

SOLIDARITY KÜLTURE CLUB PARADE OF LIGHT

Presented by Ipswich City Properties and The Queensland Times

Cheer on the cavalcade of our spirited community groups, classic cars, lively marching bands, local businesses, festival characters, schools, and energetic dancers.

For the first time, the Ipswich Festival Parade moves into the night creating high excitement and a colourful carnival atmosphere. Be amazed as giant, magical lanterns journey along Ipswich’s inner city streets creating a night of spectacular surprises.

Themed “Our People, Our Culture”, the parade celebrates Ipswich’s rich history and diverse community and will be an impressive display that is sure to entertain. The annual parade is a must-see highlight of the festival.

Date: Saturday 2 May Time:

6 pm

Bringing together people from Ipswich and beyond who have a shared passion for the arts, social justice, building community and having a good time!

This year’s Ipswich Festival will see a special ‘Fringe Edition’ of the club promising to be the biggest and best yet!

Running from 3pm until the last reveller retires, right in the heart of the Top of Town Heritage Precinct, expect an alternative atmosphere harking back to it’s Animated Spaces ‘birth’ event during Ipswich Festival 2011, with poets, DJ’s, live music and just as lively discussion.

For program details as they are confirmed and to stay up to date with all things Solidarity, ‘Like’ the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ SolidarityKultureClub.

Date: Saturday 2 May Time:

Location: Brisbane St – Waghorn and Bell St

3pm–late

Location: 126 Brisbane St Top of Town

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Admission: Tickets $220 each or $2090 table of ten

Celebrating our great river, Adrift is a sustainable, larger than life light sculpture which by day sits calmly upon the Bremer River. Then, after dark, mood changing bold colours and tantalising textures fill the river scape.

Best vantage point is from the Bradfield Bridge, or along the boardwalk of Riverheart Parkland Date: Fri 17 April – Sat 2 May

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Location: Between David Trumpy & Bradfield Bridges – Riverheart Parkland

Date:

Friday 1 May

Time:

6.30pm

Location: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Ipswich

Be led on an intimate 90 minute historic ghost tour in the oldest secondary school in Ipswich.

Founded in 1863, Ipswich Grammar School is haunted by its past with a number of paranormal experiences shared among teachers and students. This unique ghostly experience will have you intrigued as you explore the halls and alleys of the school grounds while listening to true stories and historic tales researched from archives, libraries, former students, teachers and local people. The 2pm tour is child friendly and suitable for all age groups. The 6pm tour is not recommended for viewing by young children due to its content. Free to attend. Bookings are essential: ghost_tours@ipswichgrammar.com For further information: 3813 9600 Kate Pitty Date: Saturday 2 May 2pm–4:30pm & 6pm–8:30pm

ARTS ALIVE Arts Alive Ipswich proudly offers a boutique exhibition of amazing, complex, delicate, beaded works by artist Chris Fenwick for inclusion in this year’s Ipswich Festival program.

For further information: 0412 792 264 Date: Fri 17 April – Sun 3 May Time:

Contact studio for times

Location: 5 Jacaranda St, East Ipswich

INSIDE OUTSIDE Free art exhibition featuring the work of Nina Florence & Benjamin Zipper - Info: 0413 214 701 Date: Sat 25 April – Tues 5 May 10am – 2pm Location: Ipswich Community Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich

BCC Ipswich Cinemas has more than just the best family movies this Easter, with fun and games…PLUS BIG SAVINGS for mum and dad!

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Returning to the unique surrounds of steel and rail at the historic Ipswich Railway Workshops at North Ipswich, the Mayor’s Festival Ball will turn back time in celebration of our city’s rail heritage.

This event offers an exclusive experience of fine dining with a three course contemporary menu, complimentary drinks, themed performances and dance entertainment.

Bookings: 3812 2974 Jacqui@ipsevents.org.au

EASTER FUN at BCC Ipswich Cinemas!

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Not only have they got the best range of Easter movies including Dreamworks ‘Home’, The Spongebob Squarepants Movie: Sponge Out of Water 3D, Shaun the Sheep Movie, and of course Fast & Furious 7, but from Friday 3rd April to Monday 6th April, each child who goes to see the 9.30am session of Spongebob: Sponge Out of Water can take part in the MASSIVE Easter Egg Hunt!

Simply follow the bunny steps all over the cinema and see how many eggs you can find!

BCC Ipswich Cinemas is open EVERY DAY over the Easter break and with all admissions only $8.50 it’s the best value entertainment in town!

If you want to save a quick buck, why not take advantage of the Family Pass offer? See Cinderella, Home, Spongebob or Shaun The Sheep for just $26 and that covers 1 adult and 3 children OR 2 adults and 2 children. What a bargain!

For session times visit www.eventcinemas. com.au and we’ll see YOU at the movies this Easter!

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BCC Ipswich Cinemas has given us FIVE family passes to be won to see your choice of movies over the Easter school holidays!

To win simply email your details (inc daytime phone number) to win@strikepublications. com.au with the words ‘IPSWICH CINEMAS ROCK’ in the subject line. Or post your details to PO BOX 124, Ipswich Q 4305. Winners drawn on April 2nd and will be contacted by phone.

Prizes must be picked up from Ipswich Life office and cannot be posted.

THE ARTS

Karen Stephens, Benitta Harding and Cindy Cowell

Lynne and Peter Marshall from Tallegallah

After closure to set up new school holiday exhibitions, the Ipswich Art Gallery reopened with a celebration which was met with a tick of approval from all those lucky enough to get a sneak peek.

Renan Avila with Marnie Perkins

Sharon McKenzie, Diana Love and Leanne Vincent

Ipswich Libraries school holiday events Ipswich Libraries have released a program of events to keep younger residents entertained at Ipswich Libraries throughout the holidays.

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Food court stage 11am and 1p

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Ipswich Libraries is firstly inviting young people of all ages to create a poppy to add to the special displays at all branches these school holidays.

Young people and their families can drop into any branch during opening hours throughout the holidays from April 7 to 17 to collect a poppy making kit and they can either complete their poppy in the library or at home.

This initiative is designed to allow the younger members of the community the opportunity to make their contribution to the Poppy a Day program that has been operating across all Ipswich Libraries in the lead up to ANZAC Day 2015.

For those who prefer to make poppies in a workshop setting, the MakerSpace Poppy Creation Workshops will be held from 1.30pm to 3.30pm on April 9 at Orion Springfield Central and from 2pm to 3.30pm on April 15 at Ipswich Central Library.

As there are limited places at these workshops it is important for families to book in advance for these activities, plus Magic Shows at all branches, as seating is limited.

The incredible Magic Glen will present his Magical Mayhem performance ideal for all school-aged children.

The dates for these shows are: 9.30am

April 14 at Redbank Plains, 1.30pm April 14 at Ipswich Central and at 9.30am on April 16 at Redbank Plaza Library.

Magic Glen will also be performing at Orion Springfield Central from 1.30pm to 2.30pm on April 16 but as this will be in the shopping centre there is no need to book for this session.

Young people who would like to learn their own magic tricks can enjoy the Magic Workshops.

Participants will be shown how to perform a number of tricks, prepare their own props and practise their delivery so that they too can impresses their friends and family.

These one hour workshops will be held: from 10.30am April 7 at Redbank Plaza, from 10.30am and from 2pm at Ipswich Library then from 10.30am on April 9 at Redbank Plains.

Those looking for a technology challenge these holidays will love the MakerSpace Technology Workshops.

This is a fun way to explore electrical circuits for anyone aged 10 and over.

These 90 minute workshops will be offered at Ipswich Central Library from 9.30am or 2pm on April 7, at Redbank Plains Library from 10am on April 16 and at Redbank Plaza Library from 10am on April 14.

Teens will also have the opportunity to build creatures with LEGO Mindstorm in Robotics Workshops at Ipswich Central Library from 9.30am to 11.30am or 2pm to 4pm on April 13.

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DEFENCE Aid to Vanuatu lifts off from RAAF Amberley The Australian Defence Force is continuing operations from RAAF Bases Amberley and Richmond to Port Vila in the wake of Cyclone Pam devastating large parts of Vanuatu in the South West Pacific.

C-17A Globemaster III aircraft and crews of No 36 Squadron have been at the forefront of the humanitarian assistance delivering critical humanitarian aid and disaster relief supplies, personnel, stores and equipment to the island nation smashed by the cyclone.

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said that assistance to Vanuatu would continue for “as long as it takes” to help the country recover from the devastation caused.

C-130J Hercules aircraft are flying from Australia to Vanuatu as well as providing airlift

between Port Vila and outlying provinces.

The Australian Defence Force has increased its response to the Australian aid mission to Vanuatu by deploying HMAS Tobruk to Vanuatu with 335 personnel onboard as well as an MRH-90 helicopter. This brings the total number of personnel in-country to nearly 600.

Troops and equipment from the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment and a Navy MRH90 Taipan helicopter embarked on the ship, also loaded with additional Australian Aid supplies.

The ADF also deployed two Army Blackhawk helicopters along with crews to assist with mobility into isolated areas. The two Blackhawks are expected to begin flying missions during this week to the more remote islands, some of which remain cut off. Most of the islands either do not have airstrips or have only small, dirt runways.

Also conducting air operations in Vanuatu are Air Force KA350 King Air aircraft on reconnaissance and local air movement.

AP-3C Orion aircraft continue to fly imagery reconnaissance missions over Vanuatu.

Clockwise from top: A busy tarmac at RAAF Amberley Air Movements.

Flight Lieutenant Tracey Milton and Sergeant Sammy Melville treat an injured local villager.

No 3 Aero-Medical Evacuation Squadron personnel monitor a patient being evacuated on board a C-130J. 36 Squadron C17-A pilot Flight Lieutenant Dave Whyte is interviewed at RAAF Base Darwin.

Sergeant Sammy Melville cradles a baby evacuated from the Island of Tanna. (Defence Photos)

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Joint logistics facility open at Amberley RAAF Base Amberley has again reaffirmed its position as a Super Base within the Australian Defence Force, with the opening recently of a new $149 million joint logistics facility on the air base.

This is the fourth of seven being constructed under the Defence Logistics Transformation Program, (DLTP), with a total program cost of $782 million.

The new Amberley complex directly and indirectly employed 1,210 personnel during its construction. The warehouse holds a massive 6.5 million items stored at one central location, as opposed to spread over seven previous locations in southeast Queensland.

The facility was officially opened by Air Vice Marshal Margaret Staib (Retd) in recognition of her significant achievements in the field of inventory management and as Commander Joint Logistics.

JLU-SQ will hold Defence inventory items ranging from nuts and bolts to complex aircraft components. More than 350 loan vehicles can also stored at the facility, which can also store aircraft.

Lieutenant Colonel Sue Graham, JLU-SQ Commanding Officer, said that the best part of her job is coming to work each day and seeing the facility running efficiently.

“I’m very lucky it’s a fantastic job, particularly considering where we’ve been with World War 2 vintage facilities to this new state of the art warehouse,” Lt Col Graham said.

“It has been a big job but the team has done a mountain of work to get to this point. Our role is to provide logistic support to over a hundred Defence units around the region. We

provide maintenance, warehouse distribution and there are many efficiencies we can generate all through one central hub.

“The warehouse has over 300 staff across the public service, uniformed personnel and LinFox. Inside the warehouse it is run with a partnership through LinFox, and we have a Defence inventory barcode system to track every part.”

Commander Joint Logistics, Rear Admiral Clint Thomas AM, RAN, said the Defence Logistics Transformation Program was a key reform program.

“The ultimate beneficiaries of this work will be the women and men of the Navy, Army and Air Force, who rely on the delivery of fast and efficient logistics support, whether at home or abroad.”

Right: Lt. Col Sue Graham, Commanding Officer of the new facility Below: Air Vice Marshal Margaret Staib (Ret’d) cuts the cake with AC Daniel Nathan to celebrate the opening.

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A second chance for soldiers, families and dogs

Welcome home parades for Operation SLIPPER troops Australia has marked the conclusion of Operation SLIPPER with commemorative activities conducted across each State and Territory capital city and Townsville.

Australia’s military contribution to ISAF and ICAT missions across Afghanistan and the Middle East commenced in October 2001.

Australia deployed over 33,000 ADF personnel, APS employees and AFT officers to the Middle East Area of Operations.

Below: RAAF Amberley personnel lead by Group Captain Simon Sauer march past the Treasury Casino during the Operation SLIPPER parade in Brisbane, Queensland. (Defence)

The Defence Bank Foundation is an independent charity established to help injured, wounded and disadvantaged serving and former Australian Defence Force members and their families. The Defence Bank Foundation, in partnership with the Young Diggers Dog Squad is providing a unique program.

The Young Diggers Dog Squad is training rescued dogs to become Assistance Dogs to support the rehabilitation of our serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members who are dealing with PostTraumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD).

This program is helping more than just the individuals. The Dog Squad helps Defence families to better cope with the effects of PTSD and saves the lives of abandoned dogs.

The Dog Squad is run entirely by the volunteers at Young Diggers and they need people like you to Donate or Sponsor a Dog to continue running the program.

You are also helping save these abandoned dogs which are rescued from animal shelters.

The dogs have proven to significantly improve their owner’s well-being and rehabilitation.

Assistance Dogs help serving and ex-serving ADF members and their families better cope with the stresses and difficulties when

recovering from a wound or injury (including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).

A dog can help the individual suffering a disability, to reduce the apprehension and fear of facing social interactions by being a constant companion and giving the individual back their independence.

Additionally, the dogs provide a network for participants and their families to support one another through tough times.

There are currently 300 people around Australia needing an Assistance Dog. For every $2,500 raised, we can rescue and train a Young Diggers Assistance Dog. To donate or find out more, go to www. defencebankfoundation.com.au

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*Taylor Swift’s worldwide influence is penetrating every part of our lives, with her impact now being felt in the world of politics.

First we had a US Congressman quote Taylor’s ‘Shake It Off’ when questioned about a scandal, saying “Haters gonna hate”, and now our own government is invoking the power of Tay-Tay! MP Andrew Broad quoted ‘Shake It Off’, complete with hand move, when talking about online bullying, saying “it’s a great example of a young, successful singer saying to her culture that bullying can happen. You can’t control what they’re going to say at you, but you can control you response to it.”

SHOWBIZ WITH 97.3 FM’s LOUISE

TEST YOUR SKILL

BRAIN TEASERS Solutions below.

WORDPLAY How many words of four letters or more can you make from these nine letters? Each letter may be used only once. The centre letter must be included in each word, and at least one nine-letter word can be made. No foreign or capitalised words, no hyphens, apostropes, or plurals ending in ‘s’. Only one form of a verb can be used eg ‘play’ but not ‘playing’ or ‘plays’.

Today’s Target: Good 18, Excellent 29, Genius 37

*Actor Verne Troyer was reportedly taken to hospital after suffering a seizure. Troyer, best known for playing ‘Mini Me’ in the Austin Powers films, had the seizure while attending the Heart of Texas Comic Con in Waco on Saturday, according to the Hollywood Reporter. A representative told the website Troyer’s results came back normal and that he was doing fine. “Everything’s ok, guys.

Thanks for the concern,” Troyer tweeted after his collapse.

Troyer, one of the shortest men in the world as a result of his cartilage-hair hypoplasia dwarfism, also starred alongside Mike Myers in a movie considered one of the worst in recent times, The Love Guru. *Lady Gaga walked down the aisle last week as she served as a bridesmaid at her best friend’s wedding in New Orleans, Louisiana. The pop superstar, who is newly engaged to her boyfriend, actor Taylor Kinney, wore a floorlength violet gown for the nuptials and shared a series of snaps from the celebrations with fans on her Instagram page. “Watching your best friend get married, these are the specialist (sic) times in my life. Seeing happiness in the lives of all my friends,” Gaga captioned the photos.

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How many teams played in this year’s Cricket World Cup? What is the official language of Brazil?

Who starred in the title role of the movie “Gone Girl”?

In what year did the Chernobyl nuclear accident occur?

Who was the Big Brother 2014 winner?

Who wrote the musical “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”?

How many grand slam singles has Roger Federer won?

Who painted the Mona Lisa?

Who wrote the novel “The Art of Happiness”?

Which US President was involved in the Cuban missile crisis?

Which two seas are connected by the Suez Canal?

The Victoria Falls are part of which African River?

What is a palindrome?

What do the initials QANTAS stand for?

What is the capital city of Sweden?

Which is the largest world continent?

Who wrote the first five books of the Bible?

How many players are there in a soccer team?

True or False — US pop star Prince’s real name is Prince?

SUDOKU HOW TO PLAY: Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column and each 3-by-3 block contain all of the digits 1 to 9. If you use logic you can solve the puzzle without guesswork.

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1. Julie Bishop 2. 14 3. Portugese 4. Rosamund Pike 5. 1986 6. Ryan Ginns 7. Richard O’Brien 8. 17 9. Leonardo da Vinci 10. The Dalai Lama 11. John F Kennedy 12. Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea 13. The Zambezi 14. A word or phrase that reads the same backwards as forwards 15. Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services 16. Stockholm 17. Asia 18. Moses 19. 11 20. True

*They’ve been making headlines all week, labelled the “nastiest pair on TV”, but the public condemnation isn’t over yet for New Zealand X Factor judges Natalia Kills and Willy Moon.

Now, a judge from the UK version of the show has weighed in on the sacking of the “cruel” couple, claiming Kills will “never work again”.

In an interview with Irish radio station RTE2fm, Louis Walsh said: “Number one, I don’t know who they are,” adding that he is “glad” the duo lost their jobs.

“It’s cruel, it’s not right. These shows are supposed to be fun. People sit back and they want to be entertained, they don’t want to hear people taking people to pieces,” the Irishman said.

“She obviously has no class, no taste, she’ll never work again I reckon, honestly. I mean, who’s going to hire her? Nobody.”

Despite being fired from the talent show, Kills insists she stands by her comments made during Sunday night’s live show, which saw her brand young contestant Joe Irvine “disgusting” and said she was “ashamed” to be judging him.

The pair have since packed their bags and left New Zealand. They were snapped at Auckland International Airport late last week on a plane bound for Los Angeles.

Till next time… Louise

SUDOKU

*It’s that time of year again, with the six stars in contention for the coveted Gold Logie announced last week. Scott Cam (The Block) is looking to win back-to-back Gold Logies, nominated for a second year alongside Asher Keddie (Offspring, Party Tricks), comedy duo Hamish Blake and Andy Lee, The Project presenter Carrie Bickmore and Stephen Peacocke (Home and Away).

All six have been nominated for a Gold Logie in previous years while only Cam, Keddie and Blake have taken out the honours.

It has been an extra big week for both women Keddie and Bickmore, with both welcoming new arrivals to their family.

“It’s a nice thing to be recognised by both your audience and your peers,” Keddie told TV Week.

“It’s a special moment that’s not lost on me.”

Carrie Bickmore humbly added, “Every year I am shocked [by the nomination].”

“I am just genuinely happy to be nominated, and a bit blown away by the time we get there on the actual night!”

TWENTY QUESTIONS

WORDPLAY drew, ewer, ewes, hewed, hewer, hews, phew, resew, sewed, shew, shewed, shewer, shrew, shrewd, spew, spewed, spewer, swede, sweep, sweer, swipe, swiped, weds, weed, weep, weir, weird, were, sheep, where, whid, whip, whir, whisper, WHISPERED, wide, wider, wipe, wiped, wiper, wipes, wire, wired, wise, wiser, wish, wished, wisher, wisp, wisped, wried, wries.

*Much-loved British author Terry Pratchett died recently, leaving a massive back catalogue of great books behind. One of Britain’s most successful authors, he wrote more than 70 books, and continued to write even after he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2007. Many of Pratchett’s books were based on an imaginary disc-shaped world carried on the back of four elephants, which themselves stood on the shell of a giant turtle (sex unknown). The fantasy writer sold more than 85 million books, which have been translated into 37 languages.

“Terry passed away in his home, with his cat sleeping on his bed, surrounded by his family,” Larry Finlay, managing director at Transworld Publishers, said. He said the world had lost one of its “brightest, sharpest minds”.

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GIVEAWAYS

GALORE The Longest Ride

In cinemas from April 2 Based on the bestselling novel from master storyteller Nicholas Sparks (The Notebook, Message in a Bottle, Dear John), comes an unforgettable tale of two intertwining love stories. In one, an elderly man, drifting in and out of consciousness, reunites with his beloved wife – who had died years before; in the second, a man fighting to save his family’s ranch falls in love with a sophisticated young woman. A strange occurrence unites the two generations in an extraordinary journey. Stars Scott Eastwood.

Britt Robertson, Alan Alda, & Oona Chaplin.

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Black Sea

In cinemas from April 9th From Academy Award winning director Kevin Macdonald (Touching the Void, The Last King of Scotland) and starring Jude Law (Cold Mountain, The Talented Mr Ripley), this gripping, suspenseful thriller centres on a rogue submarine captain (Law) who pulls together a misfit crew to seek out a sunken treasure lost in the depths of the Black Sea. With a terrific ensemble cast, Black Sea plunges its characters into a visceral, gritty and adrenaline charged environment and propels them on a daring voyage. As in his previous films, Macdonald explores the human psyche when pushed to the limit. The result is electrifying.

“A superbly shot men-on-a-mission thriller with chest-tightening tension and a striking contemporary resonance.” – Empire Magazine (Entries close April 8th)

In cinemas from April 16th In The Age of Adaline, Blake Lively stars as Adaline Bowman, a beautiful young woman who ceases to age after a mysterious near-fatal accident.

For almost eight decades, immune to the ravages of time while others grow old, Adaline leads a solitary life, never allowing herself to get close to anyone who might reveal her secret. But a chance encounter with charismatic philanthropist Ellis Jones reawakens her passion for life and love. When a weekend with his parents threatens to uncover the truth, Adaline makes a decision that will change her life forever.

Co-starring Game of Thrones’ Michiel Huisman and acclaimed actor Harrison Ford, The Age of Adaline is a stylish, sweeping romance.

Directed by Lee Toland Krieger and starring Blake Lively, Harrison Ford, Ellen Burstyn, Michiel Huisman & Kathy Baker (Entries close April 13th)

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In cinemas from April 16th Jim Terrier (Penn) is an ex-government contract killer whose past comes back to haunt him when his former employer tries to have him killed.

Thrust into a heart pounding game of cat and mouse, Terrier races from the jungles of Africa to the streets of London and the vibrant city of Barcelona in a mission to flush out the people who want him dead. But Terrier is shocked to learn that he’s not the only one who’s become a target, he must also protect Anne, the beautiful woman he left behind years ago.

Their passionate affair is rekindled as they go on the run together, staying one step ahead of a ruthless team of assassins hot on their trail. Terrier knows there’s only one way to save himself and Anne: he must bring down one of the world’s most powerful organisations and face a dangerous enemy from his past in a nerve shattering showdown that only one man will survive. (Entries close April 13th)

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The Switchettes held their annual Ladies Charity Race Day at Ipswich Turf Club recently, where over $11,000 was raised for CATS which supports young adults with disabilities.

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Talking Beer WITH TIM AT THE PA HOTEL

Wine, Wonderful Wine!

McLaren Vale is home to many of Australia’s premiere wineries.

One winery in particular that springs to mind is Woodstock Wines, which is run today by the world-renowned Scott Collett.

Scott took over the running of Woodstock from his father in 1982 and released a range of wines under the Woodstock name in 1983.

One of Woodstock’s award winning wines is ‘The Octogenarian’ Grenache Tempranillo.

Produced from a mix of eighty-year-old Grenache vines and young Tempranillo vines, ‘The Octogenarian’ is bright, ruby red in colour with vibrant purple hues. A lifted nose displaying enticing aromatics of rhubarb, raspberries, plums, with hints of caraway seed, anise and subtle white pepper spice.

Contrasting on the palate with rich flavoursome red cherries balanced by a bright acid structure and soft yet crunchy tannins. Medium body in style with a long lingering finish and classic Grenache texture.

This smooth and harmonious blend could match many flavoursome dishes such as slow cooked roasts of pork or even Indian curries. Another of Woodstock’s top wines is their ‘Pilot’s View’ Shiraz, named for Scott’s father who flew Spitfires in World War II. Like it’s namesake, ‘Pilot’s View’ Shiraz shows plenty of animation and character with a powerful yet balanced structure. Dark

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berries, plum and chocolate nuances with some mint, vanilla and spice highlight the underlying savoury tones and wellintegrated oak characters. Supple, textured tannins leave you wanting more, perfect with Seared rib eye beef fillet with Vincotto glazed sweet potato gnocchi and a salad of rocket, cherry tomato and feta. Both these wines, as well as many of the extended Woodstock Wines range, are available now from the Prince Alfred Hotel, Booval.

As an added bonus, the Prince Alfred Hotel is giving patrons the chance to win a cruise for two when you purchase any Woodstock wines.

So why not cruise into the Prince Alfred Hotel and try these magnificent wines and at the same time go into the draw to win an awesome cruise?

Cheers, Tim

The new State Member for Ipswich, Jennifer Howard celebrated the opening of her new offices recently with invited family, friends and business associates.

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MONEY & PROPERTY

Real estate hits 5-year high

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Residential real estate sales in Queensland have hit a five-year high, according to new statistics from the Real Estate Institute of Queensland.

Savers in Strife?

BY MARK BOURIS

Low rates are leaving savers in strife Australia’s official cash rate has not been this low for 60 years and while it’s good for home buyers and refinancers, what of the people who have their money invested in cash?

People who are saving or who’ve reverted to the capital-guaranteed haven of cash, have little to celebrate. Core inflation is running at around 2.25 per cent, according to the Reserve Bank, and that’s the same rate you currently earn in a standard online savings account.

People who are relying on such investments to fund their retirement should be reminded of inflation risk: the risk that inflation devalues your purchasing power to such an extent that the returns you make cannot offset the inflation.

If your investment yield is the same as inflation, you actually do worse than zero because you are taxed on your earnings.

So what do you do? If you need to be in lowrisk investments, try these alternatives: Bonus savings accounts: they will pay around 1 per cent higher than the standard online savers, but some only pay the bonus interest for 3-4 months; others require that you deposit at least $1000 per month; others have withdrawal limits.

30-day notice accounts: they pay you a slightly higher interest rate than standard online accounts, but you must give 30 days notice of withdrawal. It looks like a 30-day term deposit, but in a term deposit you can break early, pay the penalty, and still get your money out.

Term deposits: term deposits are a safe haven for savings, with a government capitalguarantee up to $250,000. But their rates have been falling (along with fixed-rate mortgages) and now range from 2.35 per cent for a 90-day TD to 2.75 per cent in a three-year TD. Aftertax, the returns are very low.

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Fixed interest: fixed interest is how professionals make low-risk investments, through a fund. The fund managers invest not only in cash but bonds, so they maintain low risk but achieve higher returns than cash. There’s more than 40 fixed interest fund managers in Australia and their ratios of cash-to-bonds are all slightly different. Their returns range from around 4 to 7.5 per cent. If capital preservation is your priority, make sure you understand the investment mandate that your manager operates under because this tells you how much risk you’re exposed to. Be aware also that there are government, semigovernment and corporate bonds, and they have different ratings: an investment-grade bond must at least BBB- as rated by Standard & Poors.

Fees: always be aware of fees and their effect on your returns.

Super: if you’re heading for retirement or you’re already there, you should try to have your cash investments working inside the superannuation system, because the tax concessions help to preserve your capital and increase your compound.

Finally, achieving reasonable returns while also maintaining a low risk portfolio, is not easy when the cash rate is so low. If you are unsure, consult an expert adviser.

For more information call Mike at YBR Ipswich on 07 36084080 or send me a message on www. facebook.com/ybr.ipswich or https://twitter.com/ YBRIpswich Mark Bouris is Executive Chairman of wealth management company Yellow ipswich Brick Road. www.ybr.com.au/

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The fresh data reveals Queensland recorded $51 billion worth of residential real estate transactions in 2014, the highest level since 2010.

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said sales volumes also hit a five year high in 2014, with approximately 114,000 transactions recorded throughout the State.

“The value of transactions in Queensland in 2014 was below the peak of $73 billion recorded in 2007, but there’s a very encouraging upward trend which is great news for homeowners,” she said.

“2003 still holds the record for the most number of transactions in a calendar year, however sales volumes are clearly heading in the right direction.

“Plus in another encouraging sign, there’s been a significant rise in the number of suburbs where every vendor made a profit on sale.

“In 2014, there were 49 Queensland suburbs where every property sold at a profit, up from just 22 suburbs in 2013.”

Ms Mercorella said Brisbane dominated the list of 100 per cent profit-making suburbs, with Albion, Seventeen Mile Rocks, Ferny Grove and Upper Mount Gravatt making the list.

“In the eastern suburbs, Gumdale recorded Brisbane’s biggest increase in profit-making sales, with transactions up 33 per cent,” she said.

“Tara on the Western Darling Downs

recorded the biggest increase in profit-making sales anywhere in the State, with an impressive rise of 36 per cent.

“Other strong performers included Goombungee, north of Toowoomba (up 27 per cent) and Caravonica, north of Cairns (up 26 per cent).

“Meanwhile on the Gold Coast, 100 per cent of vendors in Mermaid Beach made a profit on sale in 2014, as the city’s prestige real estate market continues to bounce back.”

Ms Mercorella said Queensland’s prestige real estate market was starting to fire on all cylinders, particularly in the $1 million-plus price bracket.

“Around 2,600 properties across 320 suburbs changed hands for more than $1 million in 2014, predominantly in the Southeast,” she said “The $1 million-plus price point was Queensland’s strongest performer in the December 2014 quarter, with sales volumes up 17 per cent across the state.”

However some regional areas also notched up a healthy volume of prestige sales, including Townsville where 10 properties sold for upwards of $1 million.

Hamilton in Brisbane took out the highest individual sale – with a house selling for $7.125 million, followed by a $5.15 million sale in Teneriffe and a $5.1 million sale in Currumbin.

Source: REIQ

Save the Hooters! fundraiser The staff at Lifestyle Health Club in Raceview are holding a charity fundraiser on April 11th to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and everyone is invited to get hot and sweaty!

Manager Darrin Norwood came up with the idea to do what he could to help a great cause, and has arranged a full day of different exercise classes, where a gold coin donation will go directly to the Foundation.

The day will consist of seven 45 minute classes including Bike Blitz, Body balance, Fitbox, Extreme Fitness Conditioning, Body Pump, Kaos Core, and Hot Yoga.

There will be a BBQ, prizes, and raffles, all to raise money for the ‘Save The Hooters’ day.

“All the classes will be 45 minutes long, and anyone can do them, you don’t need to be of any particular fitness level. We want Ipswich to work out with us and raise money for a great cause,” Darrin said.

“I’ve noticed a change in Ipswich since we were crowned the ‘unhealthy’ city. Things have changed in the last year or so, and it’s a chance to show off the new, healthy Ipswich for charity, and I chose the Breast Cancer Foundation as there aren’t too many people around who doesn’t know someone who has been affected by Breast Cancer.

“Plus there is a ‘Booby Prize’ of anyone who does three classes will get a one month membership as a bonus…so what have you got to lose Ipswich?”

For more information call 3281 6779.

Below: L-R Paul Florence, Karlie Ziebell, Kyle Inger, Lurelle Gibbens, Emma Lennon, and Darrin Norwood get set for the ‘Save The Hooters’ day

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WHEEL Mazda CX-3 arrives In what is one of the most highly anticipated launches of the year, Mazda’s newest nameplate — Mazda CX-3 — has arrived and is on sale now.

Mazda believes the First-Ever Mazda CX-3 will fill a gap in a market searching for a small SUV with a broader range of grades and a greater choice of features.

With a record 87,237 small SUVs sold last year, sales are already 35 per cent up YearOn-Year in 2015 and Mazda expects a strong presence in this competitive segment.

The CX-3 arrives in Australia with two engine choices including the all-new 1.5 litre SKYACTIV-D diesel and the snappy 2.0 litre SKYACTIV-G petrol, mated to a SKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic or SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission.

In-fact, the CX-3 comes with four powertrain types including Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) options across both the 1.5 litre SKYACTIV-D diesel and 2.0 litre SYACTIV-G petrol engines.

With fuel economy figures for the 1.5

litre diesel FWD with SKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission at a low 4.8 litres/100km, the 2.0 litre petrol FWD alternative sips as little as 6.1 litres/100km.

A range of protective measures including, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) and front, side and curtain SRS airbags are standard across the range, while i-ACTIVSENSE Technologies like Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring (ABSM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) are offered on all grades.

Available in eight contemporary colours including Soul Red Metallic and the newly introduced Ceramic Metallic, the range comes with four interior trims including the stylish white leather option on the Akari.

First-Ever Mazda CX-3 is on sale now.

Happy Birthday, ’Bulli’!

Some veterans retire at age 65 but this one is just getting started!

Production of the first Volkswagen Transporter began in 1950 and the ‘Bulli’ is still going strong today.

The first models were built in Wolfsburg before production started at a new facility in Hanover in 1950.

This date also marks the beginning of a unique automotive love story: today, the entire model series has attained cult status. Whether hippy or tradesman — everyone is driving Transporter. It all began in 1947 with a pencil sketch: the Dutch car importer Ben Pon saw a simple flat-bed vehicle at the Volkswagen plant and, taking it as a basic idea, he sketched the outlines of a Transporter with Beetle DNA in his notebook. Two years later, Volkswagen Plant Manager, Heinrich Nordhoff, presented four prototypes: two panel vans, a kombi and a small bus.

Nordhoff promised that the Transporter would be as uncompromising and robust as the Beetle: ‘These vehicles won’t be handled with kid gloves, rather they will be treated roughly.’ Designers used the engine and axles of the Beetle. Instead of a central tubular frame of the popular family car, the bus had a unitized body that was mounted on a ladder frame. The 1.1-litre engine produced 18 kW (24.5PS) at 3300 rpm. The bus could transport up to eight people and the two rear seat rows could be removed easily to free up load space for around 750 kg of payload. In March 1956, the first “Made in Stöcken” Transporters came off the assembly line. This was the beginning of a future symbol of the ‘economic wonder years’. Today, a total of 11 million T-series vehicles spanning five generations have

Audi A6 and S6 arrive in Australia The multiple award-winning Audi A6 has been comprehensively refreshed, with contemporary design elements, intelligent technology innovations, new engines and an even higher level of standard equipment than Audi has ever offered in this segment.

“The A6 range is the epitome of a sophisticated luxury sedan, and now, more than ever, the new optimised range of A6 variants offer the ideal mode of transport for successful business people, thanks to numerous improvements which have been made,” said Andrew Doyle, Managing Director, Audi Australia Pty Ltd. “The A6 range is now more powerful, yet more efficient, and offers even greater value across its broad range of engines from the new 1.8 TFSI, to the mighty Audi S6 V8. For drivers who value innovation, performance, sophistication and exceptional quality, the new Audi A6 and S6 range delivers significant developments in all of these areas, as well as another key requirement: outstanding value,” said Mr Doyle.

The new A6 features a wider, flatter single

frame grille that is consistent with the latest evolution of the Audi design language. The refreshed exterior styling is accentuated by sharper lines and tauter surfaces from frontto-rear, which combine to portray a more dynamic overall design.

The new high-resolution Driver Information System (DIS) sits in between the speedometer and tachometer readouts, and can display crystal-clear map-based navigation right in the driver’s natural field of vision. This intelligent ergonomic innovation from Audi is powered by the new-generation MIB2 infotainment system, which itself is driven by the latest Nvidia Tegra 30 quad-core processor.

The Audi Group The Audi Group delivered approximately 1,741,100 cars of the Audi brand to customers in 2014.

Honda release 40th Anniversary Goldwing To celebrate four decades of the unique and enduring appeal of the Honda Goldwing, Honda are releasing a 40th Anniversary model in Australia.

been produced worldwide. Dr. Eckhard Scholz, Chairman of the Brand Board of Management of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, said: ‘The production launch of the T1 represented the beginning of a long success story that has lasted right up to today. In the past, as well as the present, there is market demand for extremely reliable, versatile and individual vehicles.

We deliver them in top quality and precisely tailored to every need – whether the vehicle is for trades work, a retail or service business, family or recreation.’ Production of the new generation model, the T6, launches this year. Along with the T-series, the Hannover-Stöcken plant also produces the Amarok pick up. The successful California recreational vehicle is built not far away in Limmer. Around 12,200 people are employed at the Hannover business site of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. The Poznan plant in Poland (5,700 employees) produces the Transporter and the Caddy, and another plant is being built in nearby, Wrzesnia for the new Crafter. Today, a total of around 19,500 employees work for the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brand.

The special-edition Goldwing comes in a stunning two-tone paintwork with blacked out wheels, forks, swingarm and muffler plus the 40th Anniversary badging to mark this special release.

Whilst the Goldwing has continually evolved since its release in 1975, it has retained its outstanding reputation for a unique twowheel experience.

Riders recognise the difference on their first ride and continue to experience it. The Goldwing has set the golden standard in the motorcycle industry for four decades and the latest anniversary model continues the trend with a Manufacturer’s List Price of $36,299*.

The Goldwing’s fuelinjected, horizontally opposed six-cylinder 1832cc engine is as much a part of the Goldwing legend as the name or the sales success. Both exceptionally smooth and incredibly powerful, the “flat” six-cylinder design offers a lower centre

of gravity for an improved ride and a lighter handling feel.

The 2015 model adopts the latest technology from Honda, including SRS CS Auto 6-speaker 80W surround-sound system, Honda Navigation System, Heated seats and Handlebars as well as a Foot-warming system.

The 150 litre luggage capacity makes the Goldwing the perfect long distance ally.

The shape of the machine, sculpted by CFD (Computational Flow Dynamics), actively contributes to aerodynamic stability and reduces buffeting for rider and pillion. * Price excludes on-road costs

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GOURMET DINING, COFFEE, HAIR, GIFTS & HOMEWARES - all at the BOULEVARDE At COUNTRY HOUSE GIFTS & HOMEWARES we delight to surprise you with new and exotic gifts, cards and an ever changing palette for your home décor pieces.

“I couldn’t help myself, when I came across these stunning, classic fashion pieces. Limited quantities available. The new Louenhide winter hues in handbags are also now in store, as well as the first sprinkling of Cadelle Leather handbags. And of course the exquisitely detailed Nancybird bags and wallets,” Ruth Booij.

At Country House Gifts & Homewares you can always be sure to find something unique in homewares, gifts, fashion and jewellery. We will be open on Easter Saturday until 5pm.

We would like to offer you our Easter Blessing: “May you know and experience God, and understand the love of God through Jesus’ death – the reason for the season.”

Fresh, healthy gluten-free selections on our new menu at Dine in or takeaway.

Ph 3281 9696

Fine Dining at Aaliya’s Café Restaurant Our fantastic restaurant is now open to cater for all occasions, from intimate dining for two, special occasions and business functions, lunch to late 7 days a week... and we are also open for Sunday breakfast.

Our Mediterranean influence a la carté menu includes a wide selection of seafood, specialising in awesome desserts, all made from scratch in house.

Canberra chef Adrian is making a mark on the Ipswich scene, receiving great reviews.

Great news! Aaliya’s is now BYO, so you can enjoy your choice of wine with your meal.

Aaliya’s Café Restaurant Lunch 11am – 4.30pm Dining 5pm – 10pm Bookings 0412 907 769

EASTER TRADING Closed Good Friday Open Easter Saturday Closed Easter Sunday and Easter Monday.

Katharine Thompson, Adrian Singh & Shania Hogge

Why is it that hairdressers in Ipswich want to join the stylists at M HAIR? Call Marina on 3202 2686 The Boulevarde, 17 Limestone Street Ipswich – FREE UNDERCOVER PARKING. Easy access street parking.