IPSWICH & WEST MORETON
The Scenic Rim Regional Council has secured disaster assistance following a week of heavy rain and flooding that caused severe landslips and significant road damage, including Knapp Creek Road south of Kooralbyn. Through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), jointly…
The Gateway to Industry Schools Program will receive an $8.48 million boost to expand its reach, equipping students with essential skills for Queensland’s priority industries. New to the program are Agribusiness, Tourism and Hospitality, and Advanced Manufacturing, complementing existing streams.…
Year 12 students across the region have reached a significant milestone, celebrating the culmination of their secondary schooling journey. Warmest wishes to all graduates as they step into the next chapter of their lives. Graduates are encouraged to celebrate their…
RDA Ipswich & West Moreton, in collaboration with the Springfield Regional Jobs Committee, is applying for the Building Women’s Careers Grant to launch a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting women in advanced manufacturing and technology across regional Queensland. If successful,…
TAFE Queensland’s Ipswich campus has unveiled a cutting-edge advanced manufacturing facility as part of the Queensland Government’s $3 million Equipping TAFE for our Future program. The facility, featuring state-of-the-art technologies from Applied Robotics and Rockwell Automation, will offer training in robotics, CNC…
There are numerous grants available to support a wide range of projects across the Ipswich & West Moreton region. Now is the perfect time to apply for funding that can help bring your community, business, or sporting club initiatives to…
During the RDA National Forum 2024 in Busselton, RDA Ipswich & West Moreton was recognised with a commendation for its ongoing dedication to investing in people. Rees Banks and Janice Holstein represented the organisation at the forum, which brought together…
Rees had the privilege of participating in the UniSQ School of Business Planning Day last Friday, where he collaborated with Raynhua Sinnathamby from Springfield City Group. The day’s activities focused on strategic discussions aimed at shaping the future direction of…
The Federal Government has launched Round 8 of its Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP), committing $55 million in co-funding to improve mobile coverage in natural disaster-prone regional and rural areas. This initiative aims to enhance telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring better communication during and after emergencies. Local Councillors and Parliamentarians can suggest…
The Jobs Now! – Ipswich Expo on Wednesday 23rd October, saw a successful turnout, bringing together hundreds of local job seekers, employers, and community leaders. The event provided a valuable platform for promoting employment opportunities and strengthening local workforce development. Representatives…