Ipswich is located in South East Queensland of Australia. To the east is the capital city Brisbane, and to the west are the rural and agricultural areas of the Brisbane, Lockyer and Fassifern Valleys. The city is ideally positioned on the national road network – approximately 40 minutes drive from Brisbane, one hour drive from the Gold Coast and 60 minutes drive from domestic and international air and sea ports.

Ipswich has a population of 180,000 people; enjoys a subtropical climate and is a safe, friendly and multicultural city. Residents come from 115 different ethnic backgrounds, speaking 84 languages.

Photos: Ipswich City Council