05 Nov 2021
What's new in the Heritage City this November…

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Discover Ipswich

See Bee Gees' Colin Peterson and other shows

The Civic Centre will host Bee Gees' drummer Colin Smiley Peterson during a Best of the Bee Gees tribute on Saturday November 6.

More information here: https://www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au/event/the-best-of-the-bee-gees-with-colin-smiley-petersen/

Then on Tuesday November 9 see ANIMAL FARM by George Orwell at 7.30 pm, information here: https://www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au/event/animal-farm-by-george-orwell/

At Studio 188 see Live! at the Baptist: Beckah Amani x Tyla Jane on Saturday 20 November 2021 at 8pm - https://www.studio188.com.au/show/live-at-the-baptist-beckah-amani-x-tyla-jane/

On Friday November 26 see Live! At The Baptist ft Jelly Oshen at 8pm - https://www.studio188.com.au/show/live-at-the-baptist-ft-jelly-oshen/

For more events on in Ipswich this month see the story here: https://www.discoveripswich.com.au/whats-on-unmissable-events-ipswich-this-november/

Spy: Espionage in Australia opens

This month a new exhibition has opened featuring personal experiences of secret agents and the curious history of espionage and counter-espionage in Australia from Federation due to present day.

See genuine spy equipment, surveillance images and candid interviews with ASIO officers.  There's also a connection to James Bond right here in Ipswich with the inspiration behind the books Sidney Cotton growing up at Hidden Vale Homestead and his ashes reside in the Tallegalla Cemetery.

There's also two cool trails for the kids to do when they visit.

Images available on request.

Contact Danica Wilson 0407 302 878

Racehorse launches new menus for the Summer months

New Grillhouse, sports bar and cocktail menus will be available from November 9.  On the menu is street food like crispy chicken BAO, fried fish tacos, chilli salt squid and Korean fried chicken. As well as clean and green options including roast pumpkin curry, umami burgers, budddah bowls and more!

Contact Kristen Mahone 3282 1222

Look who's open for Christmas Day Dining

For the first time since opening, Dovetails will trade on Christmas Day this year, offering a delicious hot and cold Buffet. Pre-booking essential and already selling well. No walk ins for this event.

Contact Torsten Werner 3281 1004

 

Workshops at The Soul Nook Collective

This month The Soul Nook Collective will host a Resin Water Glasses class with Sip n Dip on Saturday November 13.  https://facebook.com/events/s/marburg-the-soul-nook-learn-to/861661494549502/

And a Tis the season - Embroidery Workshop with Life with Bess: https://facebook.com/events/s/workshop-tis-the-season-christ/614023639777383/

They will also be running a Christmas Market on Saturday December 4.  https://fb.me/e/1FVNZOGBF

Contact Taryn Ryan on 0409 543 512

Queensland Drag Racing Championships

The Queensland Drag Racing Championship presented by Lifestyle Injury Lawyers and the Archers Smash Repairs Street Series Finals will take place at Willowbank Raceway on November 20. Come and see the Queensland Drag Racing Championship and Street Series finals crowned at Willowbank Raceway, as they fight it out to become the champion of the 2021 season.  The Queensland Drag Racing Championships presented by Lifestyle Injury Lawyers brings racers from all across the state to compete for a prestigious QDRC trophy and Track Champion status at Willowbank Raceway, delivering high-octane action for both racers and spectators. 

All Sportsman Brackets will compete including Supercharged Outlaws, Supercomp, Comp Bike, Modified, Top Sportsman, Super Sedan, Super Street, Modified Bike and Junior Dragster. With over 150 Drag Racing cars and bikes racing off against each other giving hours of exciting viewing for spectators.   Also, check out the action of the Archers Smash Repairs Street Series with the finalists competing for the Track Champion 2021 across the field of OldSkool, NewSkool, Powder Puff and Street Bike.  Walk around the Pits as the teams prepare for their next round and get a close up view of these speed machines.

 Spectator Prices – ONLINE

  • Adults - $20**
  • Students & Concession with ID - $18**
  • Children 13 years and under must have an entry ticket**

* Concession prices/tickets are for Age & Disability pension card holders with "in date" ID only

** All Online Tickets exclude a $2.00 non-refundable processing fee.

 

Spectator Prices – AT THE GATE by Credit/Debit Card

  • Adults - $25#
  • Students & Concession with ID* - $23#
  • Children 13 years and under - $5#

* Concession prices/tickets are for Age & Disability pension card holders with "in date" ID only

Images available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CDNCMVoAeJCyHA9wOX6RmdbBzX1Hnt-z?usp=sharing

Contact Sally Verral 5461 5461

 

Celebrate 20 years of flying with $20 off

Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights will turn 20 this year and are offering 20 flights over 20 days at $20 off per person.  The flights need to be booked between December 1 and 20. 

https://www.floatingimages.com.au/birthday/ 

Contact Graeme Day 3294 8770

 

Summer Land Camels

If food is your passion then visit our Homestead Cafe where the seasonal menu showcases the very best of camel dairy cuisine and local Scenic Rim produce. You can sample Summer Land Camels' award-winning camel milk, camel milk cheeses, and camel milk gelato before browsing through the store for camel products and skin and hair care range. In the gardens, you'll also get a chance to befriend and feed the gentle camels and enjoy the breathtaking scenery that surrounds our farm.

Check out our new menu.  https://summerlandcamels.com.au/pages/homestead-cafe-farm-store

 

On Saturday November 6 the farm is holding Christmas Markets.   Experience the best of a boutique country market and get a start on your Christmas shopping! Admission to the market is Free. 

Come and support local Scenic Rim producers and businesses while you eat, shop for Christmas gifts, have a great time with friends, enjoy the stunning views and relax to the sounds of live music from Silk N Oak while you browse through the stalls.

Santa will also arriving on a Camel!

 

Sunset Cocktails with the Camels

Enjoy stunning views with a glass of your favourite beverage in hand, along with a delicious grazing platter showcasing a selection of award-winning camel milk cheese and local charcuterie while you watch our beautiful camels meander in the fading sunlight.

Includes a grazing platter showcasing award-winning Camel Milk Cheeses and local charcuterie.

Also available on the night will be a Farmhouse Special of the Day, a hot dish selected by our chef.

Cocktails, mocktails and other drinks are available to purchase.

 

Photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17PfKqRZ6xYOTz7X7EGGwP_Psf_3ReUnJ?usp=sharing

Contact Kate Bennie 0411 100 568

New shops opening at Riverlink

Factorie will open on November 5, Cotton On on November 13 and Celebrity Ink on December 4.

Contact Karen Karageozis 3294 5500