Nam is a GP who grew up in Brisbane and SE QLD.
He’s previously worked in Ipswich and is a huge hiking enthusiast and lover of the outdoors. He loves the challenging hikes in remote areas and loves reading about plant life and local geology. Nam has taken many groups hiking in the past but nowadays hikes solo or just with a friend. Animal lover. Trail runner and poor tennis player with a love of sci-fi! His first hike was at the age of 10.

Simone Hubbard is the Vice President of the Ipswich Region branch of the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) and part of the team that brings you the iconic heritage event ‘Great Houses of Ipswich’. Follow her on Instagram (@colonialchik) as she shares her passion for her home, classic interiors, gardens and beautiful local heritage.

I am an Ipswich resident, artist and mum. I am constantly inspired by our rich local history, not only the built heritage but the people too. I want to know the stories behind municipal buildings, tiny cottages and beautiful (and not so beautiful) gardens and I want to find out about the everyday characters who have shaped my local community.

Shane Allwood is a wildlife, social media and events photographer who has spent countless hours capturing Ipswich’s bird life and thus knows a thing or two about the best places to find them. 

When not climbing mountains on two wheels, Rochelle can be found on the hunt for the best almond croissant around town. A lover of good coffee, food and wine, and with a passion for travel, Rochelle is always on the lookout for new adventures locally and abroad.

Hi there! I am Tabatha, a Brisbane based Wedding and Lifestyle photographer, professional frolicker and nature lover. I recklessly chase sunsets and I am obsessed with chai latte's, Indian curry, rainforest's and my sweet little family of five. I am all about natural expressions and real moments. I like to take images that are bright and fun.

Dave Reid is a Queensland-based motorsport photographer who has spent a good part of the last three decades covering spectacular thrills and spills - and fiery sunsets - at Willowbank Raceway.

Sons of Adventure: Scott and Kate Bennie and their three sons love to get active in nature and encourage families around the world to do the same. They know the challenges of getting kids to disconnect from technology and plug into nature, and they see the positive benefits in their own boys aged 9,11 and 13 as they grow in fitness, confidence and resilience. They spend a lot of time in Ipswich and love how easy it is to find fun family adventures to suit everyone.

Nick grew up in Ipswich and has lived here ever since. Being a local he knows all the amazing scenic areas in and around Ipswich. He has always enjoyed photography even at a young age but started getting serious about photography about 4 years ago. Focusing on Astrophotography and nature photography but branching out into portrait photography. Check out more of Nicks photography on Instagram and Facebook.

Dr Tiana Templeman is an award-winning freelance travel journalist, editor of The Travel Temple and appears regularly on ABC Queensland talking about where to visit, what to see and travel industry trends. Find out more at www.thetraveltemple.com.au