The September school holidays are the perfect time to get outside, try something new and make unforgettable family memories.From roaring animatronic wildlife and live Dora the Explorer shows to creative workshops, active adventures and hands-on animal encounters, Ipswich is packed with activities to keep children of all ages entertained.Here are some of the top activities to add to your family's holiday checklist from 19 September to 5 October.
Feel like spending a long weekend indulging in delicious flavours, soaking up some heritage or just breathing fresh country air? We've got you!Check out the Nicholas Street PrecinctThe award winning Nicholas Street Precinct features a movie cinema, restaurants and bars, activities for the kids and much more! The entertainment precinct has a MiniBounce for children 0-6 years old, a space for the bigger kids to enjoy with bowling and arcade games as well as great food and drinks at General Public and a Hoyts movie cinema.There's also a beautifully restored pub - Hotel Commonwealth that serves up tasty bites and drinks seven days a week.
Set on the stunning hills of the Tallegalla area, is the secluded and peaceful Tallavalley Farm B&B. Guests enjoy the entire charming four-bedroom house to themselves. Visitors have exclusive use of a full open kitchen, living room, laundry and deck. If you’re an animal person, you’re in luck! You’ll find cows, goats and chickens on the almost 50 acres of the working property.Tallavalley Farm is in a convenient location with the country towns of Marburg and Rosewood just a few minutes drive away. Brisbane city is only around 45 minutes away and the City of Ipswich is about a 20 minute drive.
Country Ipswich offers many fabulous farms and rural experiences for families to explore - some where you can even stay the night, like TallaValley Farm.Tallavalley Farm B&B is one such place – a working 50-acre farm that allows visitors to bring their dog and even their horse.David and Jo Baker have been delighted by the response to their farmstay since launching it in early 2019 and have already hosted visitors from around Australia.
From historic and heritage buildings, to newly renovated and built event spaces there are a lot of reasons to book your next party in the Heritage City.Jets Leagues ClubJets Leagues Club recently underwent a stunning transformation making it a stylish space for your party! There's food and drinks packages available, all you have to do is phone 3202 1887 and speak to the functions team.Bakehouse SteakhouseGet a group together and book a few tables at Bakehouse Steakhouse. Treat your guests to great food and drinks, book a semi-private space or choose inside or out in the courtyard.
Ready to take the team beyond the boardroom? Ipswich has plenty of ways to turn a corporate day out, team-building session or staff celebration into something people will actually talk about afterwards.From high-speed laps and axe throwing to golf, mountain biking and unexpected group experiences, these ideas bring a little competition, adventure and connection to your next team day.Brookwater Golf and Country ClubTake the conversation onto the course at Brookwater Golf & Country Club. Surrounded by natural bushland, the course offers teams the chance to step away from the workplace, enjoy some friendly competition and spend quality time together in a relaxed setting.
Looking for a venue that gives your next meeting, conference or corporate event a little more character? From country retreats and sporting venues to breweries, heritage spaces and purpose-built event centres, Ipswich offers a diverse range of places to bring people together - all within easy reach of Brisbane.Explore some of the city's unique venues below and find the right setting for your next business event.Spicers Hidden ValeTake the team out of the office and into the country at Spicers Hidden Vale. Set across 12,000 acres of picturesque countryside at Grandchester, the luxury retreat offers a memorable setting for conferences, leadership retreats, planning sessions and team getaways.
Still need to get dad something special on Sunday 6 September? Then check out this great list of gift ideas for Father’s Day.Float high in the skyGet dad up in the sky with a gift certificate or a booking for a Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flight. This would be a great family adventure to tick off your bucket list! Race around in a MustangSpend an action-packed afternoon and evening at Queensland Raceway with the chance to get behind the wheel of a powerful V8 race experience car or feel the adrenaline as a passenger in a 6-car, 6-lap Pro Driver Race.
If you have a day off this Ekka Show Day holiday (Wednesday August 12) – but don't want to face crowds, come out to Ipswich and see what’s on offer around the heritage city and its country surrounds...Taste local delicaciesStart your day with a coffee fix by visiting Ipswich Coffee Roasters – to try the city’s own locally roasted coffee in a warehouse at 31 Challinor Street Sadliers Crossing. Pick up a bag of beans or head to Elderflower Cafe, The Old Butcher Shop Cafe or Bootown Espresso to grab a cup and a tasty treat! Book in for dinner or lunch at The Q, where you can sample a delicious 250g rump steak for $20!
Gift vouchers make great presents for Valentine's Day, Christmas, birthdays, Mother's and Father's Days and even just to show the ones you love that you care.Check out this list of great gift vouchers to help you celebrate special occasions this year.Arttime Gallery and Fine Art SuppliesArttime Gallery and Fine Art Supplies and Rare and Pretty Dolls also offer gift vouchers, for the art and doll lovers in your life! Gift vouchers can also be used to buy new or vintage toys and for any of their Dollightful Makeover classes.
