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Cool Companions

PO Box 164, Redbank QLD 4301

Cool Companions is the education branch of Dreamtime Wildlife Sanctuary. We’re a private wildlife sanctuary located west of Brisbane, housing over 1000 animals and more than 300 species.

We deliver a range of education and exciting presentations to schools and community groups throughout south-east Queensland.

We conduct wildlife-based training courses on topics such as reptile husbandry and venomous snake identification.

We help you have the coolest birthday party in town!

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Booval War Memorial

Green Street, Booval QLD 4304

One of Australia's best known sculptors, Daphne Mayo, is believed to have created the Booval WWI memorial while apprenticed to Ipswich monumental mason Frank Williams. The memorial, a slightly smaller than life-sized soldier standing on a plinth, was unveiled on 15 February 1919 by Governor Sir Hamilton Goold-Adams. The marble and granite memorial honours the 221 local men who served during WWI. A committee representing the Ipswich suburbs of Booval, Silkstone, Newtown and Raceview had raised £499 through entertainment and public subscriptions during the previous year. A voluntary 'working bee' had prepared the foundations. War had delayed Daphne Mayo from taking up a travelling scholarship and she bided her time learning the art of carving with Williams. The Booval statue is attributed to her because of timing and the strong resemblance it bears to a model she made. Its style echoes Williams'. Mayo's work includes the Brisbane City Hall tympanum and the Queensland Women's War Memorial in Brisbane's ANZAC Square. Plaques honouring 16 local men who died in WWII as well as tributes to later conflicts have since been added.

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Pumpyard Bar and Brewery

88 Limestone Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

4 Hearts Brewing Pumpyard Bar and Brewery is a microbrewery/bewpub in Ipswich, Queensland. The Pumpyard Bar and Brewery is the first brewery in Ipswich since 1903, located in a 100 year old heritage listed building in the Ipswich Central Business District. The craft beers are brewed on site and they also have a wide selection of other beverages, including other beers, cider, wine, spirits and soft drinks. The bar menu consists of gourmet burgers, pizza, souvlaki, beer ice cream and other items all made in house and from scratch.

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The Workshops Rail Museum

North Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305

The Workshops Rail Museum is an AUD20 million wholly interactive authentic heritage and cultural experience located at Australia's oldest operating railway workshop. Hands-on exhibits and multi-media encounters bring rail to life with modern displays, train simulators, real trains to climb aboard, the Nippers Railway kid zone and the largest model railway of Queensland. The Workshops Rail Museum also plays host to a range of exhibitions and exciting school holiday events throughout the year, including the annual "Day out with Thomas" event. Take a tour into Queensland Rail's active heritage workshops to see the gems of the State's heritage Steam Train fleet being restored and maintained. See sparks fly and feel the heat of the furnaces as you enter the largest industrial site in Australia open for public access. Enclosed footwear required. The Workshops Rail Museum is part of the Queensland Museum and winner of Australian and Queensland Tourism Awards for Heritage and Cultural Tourism.

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Ipswich Antique Centre

86 East Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

Ipswich Antique Centre is a multi-dealer Antique Centre housed in a Landmark Heritage Listed Building, the 1895 Congregational Sunday School Hall. The Centre is air-conditioned and has a large car park accessed off Roderick Street. It adjoins the hospital and medical precinct in Ipswich Central. Their ever changing range of antiques and collectables covers the full spectrum from Australian, English, Country and Retro Furniture to jewellery, collectables, bric-a-brac, china, glassware, prints and posters, 'boys' toys, vintage clothing, clocks and gramophones, and Australian pottery. Ipswich Antique Centre is only 30 minutes by road from Brisbane and at the gateway to Western Queensland, and the Southern States. They are the largest antique centre in regional Queensland.

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Queens Park In Ipswich

10A Milford Street, Queens Park, Ipswich QLD 4305

Queens Park was the first park to be developed in Queensland, first being surveyed in 1842 and the design dating back to 1862. Visitors to the park will experience old world charm with modern day conveniences. Its close proximity to Ipswich City Centre allows for easy access to shady gardens and a relaxing lunch-time outing. Features include extensive formalised gardens, Nerima Gardens (a Japanese-styled garden), the Ipswich Nature Centre, children's play facilities, Bush House, Bush Chapel, several sporting clubs, a kiosk and the new Environmental Education Centre. Queens Park is open 24 hours per day (though only selected areas have lighting).

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Ebbw Vale Memorial Park

Brisbane Road, Ebbw Vale QLD 4304

In the Ipswich suburb of Ebbw Vale, the memory of young men cut down in their prime in WWI lingers by a football field. The AL Petrie soldier statue memorial was originally unveiled near Ebbw Vale railway station on 14 May 1918. It was relocated in 1969 to Ebbw Vale Memorial Park, once known as the Whitwood grounds, named after a local colliery which had fielded two soccer teams since the 1890s. Among the 22 names of those who enlisted in WWI are soccer team members William Jeffrey, Peter Jeffrey, H Mills and LW Breslin. Unlike other states which favoured more architectural monuments, many Queensland communities chose the soldier statue for its traits of youth, masculinity, loyalty, bravery and innocence. Soccer is still played on the grounds, along with cricket, softball and touch football and major community gatherings.

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White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

School Road, Redbank Plains QLD 4301

(07) 38 106 666

Located just 20 minutes from the Ipswich Central Business District and 35 minutes' from Brisbane Central Business District, White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate features the distinctive, sculptured, rocky outcrops of White Rock and Spring Mountain. Covering over 2,500ha of regionally significant bushland, the Estate also features extensive forested ridges, escarpments and valleys that are home to an amazing array of plant and wildlife species. Visitors can enjoy the full gamut of outdoor activities including hiking, bird-watching, horse riding (bring your own horses), mountain bike riding and nature study. For the bushwalker there's everything from a leisurely 200 metre walk to the more challenging 19 kilometre round trip trail with most of the trails are suitable for hiking and mountain bike riding. If you're on horseback, then the Yaddamun Trail is perfect. The entry to the Estate is the Paperbark Flats Picnic Area, at the end of School Road in Redbank Plains. Amenities on site include toilets, picnic facilities and horse float parking. Don't forget to take a hat, sunscreen and drinking water. Visit the website for trail updates and to download the trail guide. ...

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Inspirations Ipswich Gallery

Shop 801 Ipswich City Mall, Ipswich QLD 4305

(04) 08 158 356

Inspirations Ipswich Gallery is right in the heart of the Ipswich Central Business District in the Ipswich City Mall. Located at the top of the escalators (near Harvey Norman), Inspirations Ipswich is a gallery and retail outlet for local artists. The artistic talents of this local co-op are featured through various media including textiles, jewellery, ceramics, porcelain and paintings. New works are regularly being added to the gallery, creating a dynamic exhibition of inspirational pieces. Emerging and budding artists can develop and reinvigorate traditional skills through a series of workshops delivered by local artists. If you’re looking for inspiration for that special piece, this is the place for you....

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Ipswich Jets Leagues Club

15 Downs Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305

(07) 32 021 887

Jets Leagues Club is a complete entertainment and gaming venue, housing Restaurant 18EightySeven which offers high quality dining in Ipswich. Aligned with the Ipswich Jets Rugby League Football Club, Jets occupies the gracious historic building formerly known as the Hotel Cecil (built in 1887). Restaurant 18EightySeven serves up tempting a-la-carte meals and weekly specials. There are pasta, burgers, salads, and meat lovers are spoilt with choices such as 400 gram Rump served with Lattice Cut Chips and Fresh Garden Salad. There's also the award-winning JBS Beef City Black Rib Eye Fillet, or if you prefer fish, how about Skin On Snapper - Celeriac Remoulade, Broken Capsicum and Caper Dressing, Lemon Wedge and Fine Herbs. The Kids' Menu offers youngsters' favourites like Pork Sausage with Chips and Salad, and they can work off some extra energy in the Jets Cadets Play Centre - an unsupervised play room. The Coffee Shop, open until the club closes, offers lighter meals as well as delectable sweet treats, and there are two bars - the Sports Bar, with TAB, KENO and sports television, and the Bank Bar in the Gaming Lounge. Jets is also a popular place for private functions....

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Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve

408 - 492 Mt Crosby Road, Chuwar QLD 4306

(07) 38 106 999

A wonderful way to cool down and enjoy the great outdoors in Ipswich is at Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve. The crossing is a low-lying bridge that crosses the Brisbane River in the suburb of Chuwar, and this long-time favourite with locals and visitors has all you need for a relaxing day out for all ages. Although Colleges Crossing has been severely damaged by floods in recent years, each time it's bounced back bigger and better, meaning that many of the facilities are fairly new. This includes a nature-based children's playground covered by shade sails with equipment such as a fort, musical wall, spinning seats, tree log tunnel and frog sculptures. There's a lake for fishing and kayaking, and while it's advised not to take the full plunge for a swim, you can enjoy paddling in the shallows and skimming stones. The large, grassed area has plenty of room for sports and there are also bike/scooter paths and walking tracks. After all that exertion, sit back and enjoy the treats served at the café with beautiful views of the river, or bring your own picnic or barbecue to enjoy at the sheltered tables. ...

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Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve

Brassall, Brassall QLD 4305

(07) 38 106 666

Located only 6 kilometres from the Ipswich Central Business District, the Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve is an oasis in the suburbs and home to many water birds that live in and around the Quarry Pond. The reserve is a great place for bird-watching, especially along the aptly named Willy Wagtail Circuit, and the Tom Craik Lookout is perfect for viewing the planes taking off and landing at the Amberley RAAF Base. Picnic spots including picnic shelters, a playground, toilets and nearby parking the Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve an ideal location for a day in the bush....

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Ipswich

45 Roderick Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

(07) 32 810 555

Ipswich as a tourist destination has much to offer visitors who want to savour a rich heritage and cultural activities, have some adrenalin-charged adventure, bask in the great outdoors or attend some of Queensland’s biggest events. It’s all here in the thriving provincial city just 40 minutes’ drive from Brisbane City. Renowned for its beautiful sprawling homes and public buildings with historical significance, Ipswich has some wonderful heritage trail tours so you can explore the city and beyond. The region is also rich with picturesque natural areas where you can walk, hike or bike, with tracks suitable for any skill level. And make sure you pop in to the award-winning Ipswich Art Gallery and The Workshops Rail Museum. If you’re up for a physical challenge or fast thrills, Ipswich has all sorts of experiences on offer, whether it’s to get behind the wheel of a race-prepared V8, as a passenger in a purpose-built rail dragster, or hitting the clouds with a hot air balloon or helicopter flight. Then there are the major annual sell-out events such as CMC Rocks Queensland, Winternationals and V8 Supercars motorsport events, and Ipswich Cup horse race. You’re certainly spoilt for choice!...

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Spells Speech Pathology

17 Maribor St, Westlake QLD 4074

Ipswich Speech Pathology Clinic

Flr 2/ 3 Wharf St, Ipswich QLD 4305

Ipswich Rally Car Drive 8 Lap and Ride Experience

37227 - Ipswich QLD 4305

Prepare for an adrenaline rush with a race car rally experience at Willowbank Motorsport Complex, just an hourÃ¢Â€Â™s drive from Brisbane. After a one-on-one tutorial, hop in a vehicle of your choice and lap the track, or experience the thrill as your instructor drives. Snacks, beverages, and a range ofÃ‚Â time slotsÃ‚Â are offered for your convenience.

No previous experience necessary: Tutorial included
Option to ride in the navigatorÃ¢Â€Â™s seat while your instructor drives
Snacks and beverages provided for your convenience
Morning and afternoon time slots offered to fit your schedule

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Cute To Boot

182 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

Cute to Boot is a baby and toddler boutique like no other, specialising in quality items sourced from around the globe. While shoes – including leather sandals from the US and soft suede crib shoes from The Netherlands – are the specialty, this boutique also stocks a range of clothing, wooden toys, gift items and nursery furniture items. Owner Toni Cochrane hand picks every item – “It’s like Christmas when my orders arrive, I just love it” - and has been delighted by the response from south-east Queenslanders since opening the boutique early in 2019. The shop is popular with new parents and also with those looking for gifts to welcome newborns or first birthday gifts. She said books were a popular choice and she loves to keep a range of beautiful books in stock – all of them read and chosen herself. ...

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Mihi Junction Reserve

13B Haig Street, Brassall QLD 4305

Mihi Junction Reserve - also known as Mihi Creek - is a heritage-listed archaeological site. The reserve is accessed via Haig Street in Brassall or the Brassall Bikeway, which also links directly to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. Popular with local cyclists and mountain bikers, the Mihi Junction Trail boasts approximately 2 kilometres of bike and BMX track. With easy stretches of track ideal for children and novice mountain bikers, the trail also features 200 metres of pump track which includes berms, rollers and jumps for more experienced thrill-seekers. Mihi Junction is also home to the fantastic steel sculpture "Rail Rocket" by Christopher Trotter, which celebrate the area's rich railway history, with the area being the site of Queensland's first main line railway, officially opened on 31 July 1865. Aside from biking, the area boasts diverse birdlife and is a great spot for some easy bird watching, or simply sit and enjoy the views along this quiet stretch of the Bremer River. With lots to do in the immediate vicinity, consider combining a Mihi Junction outing with a ride along the Brassall Bikeway or a visit to the Railway Workshops Museum. ...

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Joseph Brady Park

181 Riverside Avenue, Barellan Point QLD 4306

Situated on the riverbank at the junction of the Brisbane and Bremer rivers, Joseph Brady Park is a popular local fishing spot. With a launch area for canoes and kayaks, you can fish from the banks or from the water - or just paddle away to your heart's content. The park boasts large grassy areas interspersed with recreational walkways and a play area which includes a small climbing wall. Well appointed with undercover picnic tables and barbecues and with plenty of space to spread a picnic blanket, Joseph Brady Park is well-utilised for a day out with the family and ideal for children's parties. ...

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The Soul Cauldron

227 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

Down the old wooden stairs of The Old Flour Mill, one of the better known landmarks of the Top of Town in Ipswich, you’ll find the charming and quite magical, Soul Cauldron. This is one of the several businesses that call the old mill site home. The building includes remnants of the old mill that once ground Darling Downs wheat into flour to be sent on by rail to market in Brisbane. As you enter at street level and wander down the stairs, a laneway of shops and businesses comes into view, as do the soaring original timber rafters high above. Soul Cauldron specialises in books on quite diverse subjects relating to the mind, body and the metaphysical. You’ll find tomes on the faerie world, buddhism, positive affirmations and wikka, and everything in between. Adding to mystical, magical ambience is the scent of incense in the air (and for sale) as well as candles, crystals, jewellery and, yes, even little steel cauldrons. Paul loves it when people come in and tell him they’ve never seen a shop like it. He finds once people come down those stairs once, they’ll be back again for another look. ...

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Soul Sista Fashion

184 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

There’s a little pocket of Byron Bay here in Ipswich and it goes by the name of Soul Sista – this breezy boutique is a ray of sunshine at the top of Brisbane Street in the heart of the city. Call in and see the new owner Erin who capture an endless summer sort of vibe – fun and laughter are as much of this shopping experience as the colourful array of Boho dresses, beaded kaftans and sparkling accessories adorning the racks and tables Soul Sista has garnered an impressive following and lures fashionistas from Brisbane, Toowoomba and the Gold Coast. The boutique, at 184 Brisbane Street, is part of the historic Top of Town stretch which is home to many restaurants, cafes and shops. Also good to know that you can shop online at their website....

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Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve

38678 - Brassall QLD 4305

Located only six kilometres from the Ipswich Central Business District, the Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve is an oasis in the suburbs and home to many water birds that live in and around the Quarry Pond. The reserve is a great place for bird-watching, especially along the aptly named Willy Wagtail Circuit, and the Tom Craik Lookout is perfect for viewing the planes taking off and landing at the Amberley RAAF Base. Picnic spots including picnic shelters, a playground, toilets and nearby parking the Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve an ideal location for a day in the bush. ...

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Oh! JoJo Boutique

193 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

Oh! JoJo Boutique is a den of loveliness for fashionistas of all ages. Browse-worthy racks beckon from the beautiful shop windows and lure you into a world of fashion, accessories and jewellery from an eclectic assortment of hard-to-find labels. The stock is changing all the time so it’s one of those places worth stopping by at any time - whether you’re looking for something for a particular event or just checking out what’s fresh and exciting for the latest season. Owner Jo hart is one of the business owners who have brought new energy to the Top of Town precinct of Ipswich in recent years. And this part of the city also includes plenty of cafes and restaurants – perfect for a flat-white or a bite between stints of retail therapy. ...

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Julesart Studio/Gallery

16 Jacob Street, Dinmore QLD 4303

Local Ipswich Artist Julie Maddocks features her paintings, drawing and porcelain work. The artistic talents of this local gallery are featured through various media including jewellery, ceramics, porcelain and paintings. New works are regularly being added to the gallery, creating a dynamic exhibition of inspirational pieces. If you’re looking for inspiration for that special gift or looking for a piece for your home, this is the place for you. This is a working Studio/Gallery and is open by appointment and when Julie is working in the Studio. If you can see the big glass doors then she would love for you to come in and see her work. ...

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Just Jump Trampoline Park and Play Centre

235 Smiths Road, Redbank QLD 4301

If you're in or near Ipswich, the kids don't have to drive you wild jumping all over the furniture when Just Jump Trampoline Park and Play Centre gives them hours of fun - open seven days a week. Located at Ipswich suburb, Redbank, an easy half-hour drive from the Brisbane Central Business District, Just Jump offers one hour sessions for a small cost. The good news for mums and dads is that there's a cafe on-site so you can sit back, relax and watch the youngsters burn off the energy. All you have to do for a bouncing good time is bring your socks and you're off! For the admission price, you have an hour of Trampolining and unlimited Indoor Play, which includes Jumping Castles, Imagination Play, Slacklining and Ballsports. If a child is two or under, an adult can join in the jumping fun and pay just for the child. Just Jump Trampoline Park and Play Centre is a popular spot for fully catered birthday parties, and they also offer hot food platters. There's a discount for group bookings, group fitness classes and upstairs is a gym, Just Sports n Fitness. ...

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White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

School Road, Redbank Plains QLD 4301

Located just 20 minutes from the Ipswich Central Business District and 35 minutes from Brisbane Central Business District, White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate features the distinctive, sculptured, rocky outcrops of White Rock and Spring Mountain. Covering over 2,500 hectares of regionally significant bushland, the Estate also features extensive forested ridges, escarpments and valleys that are home to an amazing array of plant and wildlife species. Visitors can enjoy the full gamut of outdoor activities including hiking, bird-watching, horse riding (bring your own horse), mountain bike riding and nature study. For the bushwalker, there's everything from a leisurely 200 metre walk to the more challenging 19 kilometre round trip trail, with most of the trails suitable for hiking and mountain bike riding. If you're on horseback, then the Yaddamun Trail is perfect. The entry to the Estate is the Paperbark Flats Picnic Area, at the end of School Road in Redbank Plains. Amenities on site include toilets, picnic facilities and horse float parking. Don't forget to take a hat, sunscreen and drinking water. Visit the website for trail updates and to download the trail guide....

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Obsession Shoes Boutique

197 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

Obsession Shoes wins the prize for consistently having beautiful window displays that change with the seasons. And these are shoes worth showing off! With hard-to-find quality brands on offer, it’s no wonder this is one of the outlets in Ipswich’s historic Top of Town bringing a bevy of fans to Ipswich from out of town these days. Coordinating with the shoe fest is a range of beautifully displayed millinery, handbags, clutches and jewellery. If there’s a special occasion coming up, Obsession Shoes can help you find the perfect pair – and there are plenty of cafes in these parts at which to go and relax after a retail mission around the shops!...

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Country House Gifts and Homewares

17 Limestone Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

Spread over several rooms and full of beautifully lit nooks and corners, Country House Gifts and Homewares offers a shopping experience like no other. A true retail destination, this is one of the loved Ipswich spots that lure regular visitors from Toowoomba, the Gold Coast, Brisbane and beyond. With more than 20000 items on display, it’s a kind of emporium of homewares, jewellery, toys, gifts and baby items. And if it’s a card you need, well you’ll have an equally tough time making that decision with a vast variety of styles on display. Make a proper outing of it and enjoy coffee and cake next door at Seed Coffee in the Boulevard Arcade....

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Six Mile Creek, Bluff Lookout and Little White Rock Trails

School Road, Redbank Plains QLD 4301

See koalas in the wild on these easy to moderate walking trails through White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate. The Six Mile Creek, Bluff Lookout and Little White Rock Trails can be done together or in sections. Along these trails you will see large swamp box and blue gums, and if you are lucky you might spot a shy lace monitor. Keep an eye out for scratches and droppings at the base of large gums which indicate that a koala may be resting in the branches. Cool down as you cross Six Mile Creek and inspect a number of revegetation areas under restoration. A moderate level track with rough surfaces and steep inclines takes you to the Bluff Lookout with tree-top views over Six Mile Creek and views back into the estate. Pass along the base of a rocky ridge to see caves and relics of a World War Two training bunker. The spotted gum forest here supports a local koala population. A short detour from the main trail will take you to the Little White Rock Track for a view over the forest....

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Shapcott Park

118 Gladstone Road, Coalfalls QLD 4305

This park in Coalfalls is an unexpected, hidden little treasure along a narrow, shady section of the Bremer River. Idyllic and calm, it’s a good spot for a relaxed family picnic on the grassy stretches or at the undercover picnic table. The shaded playground boasts net swings, a spring rocker, spinning wheel, slides and a climbing rope and a rock climbing wall to keep little clamberers actively busy and happy. Birdwatchers will delight in the abundance of feathered beauty and water babies will enjoy easy canoe and kayak ramp access for some calm fishing from the river. There is drinking water onsite and car parking available, so all you have to do is grab the family and pitch up for a perfect day out. ...

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The Workshops Rail Museum

North Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305

The Workshops Rail Museum is temporarily closed until further notice. The acclaimed, award-winning Museum should be on every Ipswich visitor's to-do list. Steeped in history - it was once the workplace of over 3000 railway workers and visitors enter via the historic Timekeepers' Building - it merges the romance of yesteryear with the exciting technological breakthroughs of the present. The old boilershop houses the museum where you're dwarfed by beautifully restored locomotives and carriages, and where kids and kids at heart will marvel at Queensland's largest model railway featuring detailed real-life scenes of the state. The interactive Nippers' Railway will keep youngsters enthralled for ages with activities such as driving a train and collecting tickets, and a popular exhibit for older ages is the Diesel Revolution where you take the controls of the diesel locomotive simulator. Museum heritage tours occur twice a day, and the place is packed during school holidays, with the popular Day out with Thomas program running during the winter school holidays. ...

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Ipswich Riverlink Shopping Centre

Corner Downs St and the Terrace, North Ipswich QLD 4305

Riverlink is Ipswich's main shopping centre, hosting major stores Target, Kmart, Woolworths, Coles and Aldi. Others include Best and Less, Healthyworld Pharmacy and JB HiFi while some 160 speciality stores complete the mix. Located on the banks of the Bremer River, Riverlink is a heritage site and a short walk to the city's Central Business District across a purpose built walk bridge. The centre is also home to Limelight Cinemas, boasting "The Lounge" which is serviced by catered dining and luxurious seating. A restaurant precinct overlooks the river reflecting amazing sunsets and at night, becoming a romantic and magical sight. It's the perfect place to dine, particularly with iPlay, the new games arcade which features 8 full-size bowling lanes. The site was originally Ipswich's first railway workshop and even today, beautiful old steam trains are shunted across the river, passing between Riverlink's two shopping malls. It's a real treat for shoppers to see these old beauties and many photos are taken. With over 2,800 free car parks (most of them undercover), it is a convenient destination and is also serviced by an on site bus interchange and taxi rank with a short walk to the railway station. ...

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Cribb Park

29 Pelican Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305

As well as being the home to a number of Rugby League fields, Cribb Park provides some of the best river access in Ipswich. A concrete boat ramp allows boat and canoe or kayak launching and there is plenty of room to wet a line from the bank if fishing is your thing. Shady park shelters with barbecues make Cribb Park a great place for a day trip. There are plenty of open grassed areas, recreational pathways and a well-equipped playground. Dogs are also welcome in the fenced off-leash dog park area, which has a shelter and bags to make cleaning up after your furry family members easy and convenient. ...

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Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve Trails

39 High Street, Brassall QLD 4305

Located an easy five minutes drive from Ipswich Central, the Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve offers a family friendly setting with spectacular views of the Scenic Rim. Bring a picnic and enjoy the beautiful wildflower display in spring, moderate level walking tracks along with Willy Wagtail and Bearded Dragon circuits, and the water birds around the pond....

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Springloaded Trampoline

323 Brisbane Street, West Ipswich QLD 4305

Springloaded Trampoline offers kids and kids at heart an ideal way to bounce off all your excess energy just a hop, skip and a jump from the Ipswich Central Business District at West Ipswich. The popular trampoline park offers visitors of any age and skill level several varieties of trampolining fun, with its specially trained court attendants making sure everyone has a good time, with safety just as high a priority as the fun factor. Only the best gymnastic-grade materials are used at Springloaded Trampoline, so feel free to bounce away to your heart's content on the Performance Tramps, Platforms (with walk-up walls), the free Bounce Open Play Area, and the Foam Pits. And speaking of hearts, trampolining is great low-impact exercise that's beneficial for your heart, with the added benefit of burning off kilojoules. Who knew losing weight could feel this exhilarating? Springloaded Trampoline is a popular venue for self-catered birthday parties and they also offer gymnastic classes, so instead of having the kids bounce off the walls at home, bring them along. And if you're not jumping yourself, you don't pay. Bookings are essential. ...

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Sciencentre

North Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305

Now open! Part of Ipswich Festival 2019 Unleash your inner scientist at the new Sciencentre. Follow your curiosity, ask questions, test your ideas and use your imagination in this fun and experience-rich environment. Find out more about the science behind train travel, challenge your friends, solve puzzles and learn how science is a part of the things we do every day. Explore the world of science through play with over 20 interactive stations including: Rising spark – how far can the electrical spark jump? Magnetic shuttle – move the ring without touching it. Convection currents – how does heat make water flow? Train wheels – which set of wheels will stay on the track? Catenary arch – build a stable arch without glue or nails. Entry to Sciencentre is free with Museum admission. Visit as much as you like in one year by purchasing an Annual Pass. ...

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Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve

7 Mary Street, Blackstone QLD 4304

From culture-rich mining heritage to adrenalin-fuelled downhill mountain biking, Castle Hill is a unique place and offers an experience unlike anything else in the region. With over 15 International Mountain Biking Association rated mountain bike trails ranging from easy to very difficult, Castle Hill is suitable for riders of all abilities and is cemented as an iconic riding destination in Ipswich. Castle Hill caters for all levels of mountain bike riders, but is best known for its technical single trails which can challenge even experienced riders. Mountain bikers can choose a ride to suit their fitness, ability and time available. Although the distances are not long, the hilly terrain and style of trails means that you have to work for every kilometre of your ride. Riders can choose from trails like the gently rolling Blackleg Gully Circuit up to the more advanced rollercoaster-style trail, the Inca. For those wanting to discover the Reserves historical significance, take a walk along the Lewis Thomas Historical Trail. Explore the coal mining history of the reserve as you pass open mine tunnels, hand-dug mine shafts and relics of the imposing three storey “Castle” which once towered over Blackstone. ...

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Mrs Claus and Santa

130 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

One of the quirkiest shops in Ipswich’s heritage Top of Town precinct is the one known as Mrs Claus and Santa where it really is Christmas all year round. Well, at least for 10 months of the year, from March to December. For many, stepping into this shop will evoke incredible nostalgia, such are the magical and extensive displays of snow globes, ornaments, lights and figurines. There is always an impressive range of trees on display and the shop sources a range of lighting that extends beyond the usual offerings. Gifts for all members of the family, including beautifully boxed Belgian chocolates and unique toys, can also be found here. Mrs Claus and Santa is a truly charming place to visit – especially for children but also for Christmas lovers of any age. You’ll find it in the heart of the Top of Town, beside Fourthchild Café and Restaurant....

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Cobb & Co Tourist Drive

Mount Crosby Road, North Tivoli QLD 4305

The Cobb & Co Tourist Drive is a scenic route between between Ipswich and Toowoomba via the Lockyer Valley. The drive celebrates the first mail route awarded to Cobb & Co in Queensland when, on January 1, 1866 the mail service commenced from Brisbane to Ipswich. Passengers and mail heading further west were taken from Ipswich to Grandchester (Queensland's oldest railway station) by train and then by another Cobb & Co coach for the rest of the journey to Toowoomba. The drive follows the railway line and the original Cobb & Co route between Ipswich and Gatton. Just as Cobb & Co's passengers needed occasional stops during their journey, so do modern-day travellers. So, along the Cobb & Co Tourist Drive, three convenient locations in Rosewood, Forest Hill and Gatton have been designated Staging Posts. All Staging Posts are situated where services, such as public toilets and the availability of food and drinks, are accessible seven days a week....

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Seraphim Escape Rooms

38 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305

What is an escape room? An escape room is a puzzle, adventure game, where you go into a themed room and work together as a team to, find clues, solve puzzles, unlock locks and doors and escape the room before your time runs out. The objective isn't always to escape. Sometimes you might have to solve a murder mystery, defuse a bomb, or free the fairies. Every escape room is unique, but they are all a lot of fun! ...

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