Riverview and District Community Centre

22/01/2026

🆓 FREE 🏊 POOL ENTRY on Australia Day 🇦🇺

Monday currently has a predicted high 38° so you'll definitely want to take advantage of the free pool entry this Australia Day! If you're looking to cool off, check out one of Ipswich's public pools that will be free to enter from 10am to 4pm Monday 26 January 👇

🏊 Bundamba Swim Centre
Brisbane Road, Bundamba
🏊 Georgie Conway Leichhardt Community Swim Centre
Toongarra Road, Leichhardt
🏊 Goodna Aquatic Centre
Brisbane Terrace, Goodna
🏊 Rosewood Aquatic Centre
Mill Street, Rosewood

Don't forget to check out our year round free water parks across the city to cool off including at Orion Lagoon, Bob Gamble Park, Ripley Splash ‘n’ Play, Tulmur Place and White Rock Splash Pad.

08/12/2025

Just in case...

Christmas is a time for joy and happiness however with the cost of living rising, for many across South East Queensland and Australia, Christmas can also be a stressful or challenging time.

Christmas is a luxury we all deserve but for many that's unfortunately not the case. During this festive season, please reach out to your community, family and friends if you or someone you know is struggling.

We're a community known for getting behind each other, and there is certainly support out there for those that may need it this Christmas time.

To download the 'Just in Case' card 👉 https://loom.ly/V8JdvM8

For more information 👉 https://loom.ly/Sb1yGDo

06/11/2025

Calling all young changemakers of Ipswich! The Ipswich Youth Advisory Council (IYAC) is back for 2026, and we’re looking for passionate young people aged 13–18 who attend school in Ipswich to help shape the future of our city!

Apply here: https://www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/Live/Our-Community/Youth/Ipswich-Youth-Advisory-Council

18/09/2025

Awesome school holiday adventures coming up! Spread the word far and wide, tell your friends, families, neighbours, and anyone who loves a good time. You don’t want them to miss out!

Free Children’s Disco in the school holidays – Tuesday 30th September 10am to 1pm at Ipswich Knights Soccer Club – 254 Brisbane Rd, Booval

Dinosaur Discovery: 22 September – 4 October 2025 - Stomp into Tulmur Place to see the ROARRRSOME interactive dinosaur displays! Enjoy face painting, markets and photo opportunities, plus enjoy a live show of the Dinosaur Train characters from 24 September to 30 September. https://www.nicholasst.com.au/event/dinosaur-discovery-2025/

These school holidays, families can enjoy free hands-on art activities as part of the Ipswich Art Gallery Kids exhibition ‘Imagine…’, in the interactive Children’s Gallery. https://ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au/kids

Ipswich Libraries are running an epic school holiday program with wildlife, fossils, knights and more! https://www.ipswichlibraries.com.au/what.../holiday-program/

The Ipswich Nature Centre in Queens Park is an unmissable experience for any visitor, as it is home to many animals including bilbies, dingoes, wallabies, a wombat, and also features a walk-through bird aviary. https://www.discoveripswich.com.au/.../ipswich-nature.../

Ramp Attack will be running scooter and skate camps during the holidays. Scooter and skate camps run Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesday in both weeks of the holidays for all ages and skill levels. https://rampattak.com/

10/03/2025

📢 PLACES OF REFUGE NOW OPEN 📢

Following overnight storms related to ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the following Places of Refuge in Ipswich have been opened:

📍 Ipswich Showgrounds, 81 Warwick Road, Ipswich (enter via Parker Avenue)
📍 Shiloh Church, 72 Redbank Plains Road, Goodna
📍 Rosewood State High School, 46 Lanefield Road. Rosewood

A Place of Refuge provides short-term shelter and toilets, as well as power to charge mobile devices, but no other services.

We ask people coming to the centres to please bring necessities such as non-perishable food and water if possible, as well as personal aids such as chairs and walkers, plus baby products and food where necessary.

Bedding, food and cooking facilities, medications and toiletries are NOT available at the centres.

If you are travelling to the centres, please take care on the roads and drive to the conditions.

Residents not at immediate risk of the impacts of the weather system are asked to stay home until further notice.

Council continues to monitor weather conditions.

For important local information updates, visit the Ipswich City Council Disaster Dashboard Disaster.ipswich.qld.gov.au

04/03/2025

With TC Alfred on the approach towards SEQLD (Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and inland) here are some things you can do to prepare:

➡️ Clear your yard of tree branches and secure loose items that could become dangerous during high winds.

➡️ If you haven't got one already, pack an emergency kit for the eventuality of extended periods without power and even no potable water.

➡️ Ensure you have at least a week's worth of medication in the event you are isolated.

➡️ In the event of local or extended flooding, know safe access routes. And if any road is flooded, do not attempt to cross it.

➡️ Please please...do not panic buy - only purchase what you need at this time.

➡️ Finally, you will see a lot of information on social media this week. Please only rely on trusted sources of information such as Government pages as these are verified and up to date.

City of Ipswich Dashboard for Disaster Management

30/01/2025

Bring your family and friends to Riverview and District Community Centre every Sunday at 6:00 PM for a warm, welcoming Community Dinner! Enjoy delicious food, connect with neighbors, and be part of a great community tradition, care of Kingdom Souljah Community Care

Everyone is welcome—come hungry and leave with full hearts!

30/01/2025

Did you know that Kingdom Souljah Community Care host Kommunity Konnection at Riverview and District Community Centre every Thursday from 12.00 pm - 2.00 pm. If you would like more information on the Konnection check out their website!

23/01/2025

Kickstart your career with our new 5 part series for Job Seekers. Starts Thursday 6 February. Register now at ipswichlibraries.com.au/whats-on/adults/

Featuring guest speakers from Top Office Group , ETC - Employment and Training , Loz Life and Ann Whitaker.

Can't make it in person? Each session will be recorded and shared with those registered.