Ipswich Events Corporation

Mall Sails Coming Down For Renovations

Ipswich Central is the commercial and cultural heart of the city of Ipswich, this vibrant city centre boasts:

open air malls and several community shopping centres
the convenience of over 1500 undercover carp parks at Ipswich City Square
air conditioned shopping centres
cafés, bars, restaurants & take-aways
Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas
Ipswich City Council
many government, health and medical services
access to major public transport networks
parklands and waterways
a cultural precinct including Civic Hall, Ipswich Art Gallery, Ipswich Library & d'Arcy Doyle Place

There are many hours to be spent browsing or buying at the national retailers and local enterprises, and so much more located in the Ipswich Central. Ipswich is a city of compelling character that has grown from a rich and diverse heritage.

Ipswich City Mall

The unveiling of the revitalised Ipswich City mall in November 2005 provided the infrastructure to establish Ipswich Central as an entertainment destination and leisure precinct. The Ipswich City Mall now boasts a beautiful lawn, trees, shade sails, flower beds and the Futurescope.

Futurescope

The Futurescope is a landmark attraction that enables visitors to the Ipswich Central to gain a bird's eye view of the development taking place in the City. The artwork stands at 16.5 metres tall and features a high-tech periscope providing stunning views.

Aspire Apartments

Overlooking the lifestyle hub of Ipswich, Aspire apartments will bring a new level of luxury to Queensland's fastest growing region. Adjoining the River Heart and adjacent to Riverlink, Aspire will be just 150 metres from the Ipswich City Mall. Aspire represents an investment in quality of life just a stone's throw from a vibrant city centre, complete with shopping, dining and entertainment. Close to the beautiful parkland and river. The carefully planned development has easy access to public transport and a fast growing highway network linking Ipswich to other Queensland gateways.

Ipswich International Hotel

In the heart of Ipswich Central is the Ipswich International Hotel, this 5 star hotel next to the Ipswich Civic Hall provides around 90 rooms with 100 car parks, function room for 200 people and outdoor alfresco dining overlooking the park.

RiverHeart Parklands

Ready for the enjoyment of your family, the parklands take in the Bremer River, combine stunning water features, boardwalks, gardens, bbq facilities and an amazing lighting show.

Ipswich Riverlink Shopping Centre

The 2nd and final stage of the Ipswich Riverlink Shopping Centre opened in late May 2007 - bringing this retail centre to a 52,000m2 Sub-Regional Shopping Centre consisting of a traditional retail centre as well as a bulky goods precinct, restaurants and a second enclosed mall in the east precinct. Ipswich Riverlink is made up of primarily well known national chain stores.

Services

For convenient access to several banking institutions in one trip you can't beat your city centre. All of the major and most of the minor Australian banking institutions are located in the Ipswich Central. There is also access to many of the key government services for individuals and businesses.

Entertainment & Dining

When you come to Ipswich Central for all your needs, stop and refresh at one of the many cafés, restaurants, take-aways or bars. Why not grab your lunch or a snack, then enjoy it on the lawn in the Mall? Take off your shoes, sit back on the grass and relax under our Queensland sun. The history behind the older hotels and bars located in your City Centre is the stuff tall tales and bar room legends are made of.

Culture & Leisure

Ipswich offers all the modern facilities and attractions of a progressive city. Ipswich Central attractions include the Ipswich Art Gallery, an open air mall with lawns, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, shopping centres, amazing heritage buildings, Ipswich Library and Civic Hall.

Ipswich Central is within close proximity of the Railway Workshops, University of Queensland, Bremer Institute of Tafe, Amberley Airbase, Willowbank Raceway, scenic country side and mountain ranges. Ipswich hosts regular national and local festivals and events such as the Ipswich Cup, Winternationals Drag Racing, Ipswich Festival, Ipswich Show, The Mayor's Carols By Candlelight and the HorsePower Carnival.

Homewares

Everything you need to breathe new life into your home is in Ipswich Central. Ipswich Central is home to many businesses that not only stock a range of beautiful furnishings and finishes, but are ready to help you create a total look that suits your style, budget and family.

Health & Beauty

Why not make an appointment at one of Ipswich Central's quality hair and beauty salons – enjoy an afternoon of pampering or try a whole new look. To ensure you're taking care of yourself or in your moment of need, Ipswich Central is an important point of contact for health and medical practitioners as well as the Ipswich Hospital.

Fashion & Accessories

When you're looking for the hottest trends, the value you'll find in Ipswich Central fashion outlets can't be beaten. For special occasions there are an outstanding number of dress makers, hire services and formal wear retailers. Businesses with long standing reputations in Ipswich that continue to provide the highest level of service to their customers year after year. Bold bling-bling and quality pieces of jewellery can be found in the dozens of jewellers and accessory stores located throughout the Ipswich Central.

Op Shops

Ipswich Central is home to many charity shops, op shops and preloved stores. If you want to bag a bargain, collect preloved wears or love the retro look, Ipswich Central is one location with many shops to spend a day searching through.

For further information or for business names and numbers please contact Elysia Muir, the Ipswich Central Marketing Manager at Ipswich Events Corporation.

Ph: 07 3812 2974

Email: elysia@ipsevents.org.au

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