Ipswich is a city with more than its share of creative energy and it’s all showcased in a vintage/artisan trail that visitors to the region can explore. There are more than 20 colourful businesses from across the wider region that form the CRAVE trail of all things creative, retro, antique, vintage and eclectic.
It shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise to learn more and more films, including big budget masterpieces, are being shot at Ipswich. The city’s mix of old and new, urban and rural, is proving to be a major drawcard for all sorts of film productions. An ever-growing list of Hollywood heavyweights have called Ipswich their temporary home, including Colin Firth and Nicole Kidman!The Railway ManJonathan Teplitzky’s war film, The Railway Man, brought A-listers Nicole Kidman, Colin Firth, Jeremy Irvine and Stellan Skarsgard to Ipswich in 2013. The film shot a number of scenes in Ipswich, including torture sequences at The Workshops Rail Museum (established in the historic railway yards site at North Ipswich). Colin Firth plays a former British army officer and POW. His character discovers the Japanese interpreter who tortured him during the war is still alive and he and his wife, played by Nicole Kidman, set out to find and confront him. The film won a number of awards including Best Adapted Screenplay at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Awards.
From rural settings to historic brick backdrops and lush garden scapes, Ipswich ticks a lot of boxes when it comes to planning a wedding. Read on to discover some of the region's best locations to say "I do" and have a party afterwards!Woodlands of MarburgThe rustic charm of an old bohemian styled mansion is hard to beat. The 1890 built plantation style mansion has exquisite cedar lined walls, high ceilings and ornate marble fire places, allowing you the chance to step into another time and a day you'll never forget.A great place for a ceremony is the iconic lone fig tree on the hill. It’s one of the most instagrammed trees in South East Queensland. Woodlands of Marburg has many venue options but Fig Tree Hill Vineyard is an amazing space that overlooks the vineyard and surrounding Marburg valley.
For a weekend filled with nature, adventure, gourmet food and craft beers, luxurious accommodation and a rich dose of history then look no further than Ipswich.In Brisbane’s backyard, a short 35 minute drive away, you can find yourself another world away, immersed in nature with spectacular mountain views!Pick your flavour, adventure and more to mix and match your perfect weekend in the Heritage City.
Art lovers get ready as we take you on a journey through contemporary and traditional art in Ipswich. We’ll start with the Street Art Trail featuring 13 murals. Download a map here.On the trail you’ll find The Unveiling by Gus Eagleton in Icon Alley and Distant Country by Rachael Sarra along East St on a wall at the Ipswich Health Plaza. A beautiful mural of blue fairy wrens by David W Houghton can be found on the side of the Ipswich City Uniting Church along Ellenborough St.
Before you head to Ipswich for an event, check out these 20 reasons why you should stay a little bit longer and explore Ipswich while you’re here.If you're looking for accommodation check this list: Where to stay in Ipswich.Soar high on a hot air balloon flightFloating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights offer a scenic one-hour journey over farmland and country landscapes. Your blissful morning ends with breakfast at a popular local café. Flights run most days but are weather dependent.
