THERE was one thing that stood out for me in our story this week with former Ipswich state MP Rachel Nolan and her view on the past, present and future of her city.
As she reflected on her own time as an MP, her relationship with former mayor Paul Pisasale and the dramatic changes that have occurred in the past four or five years, Ms Nolan commented that she believed Ipswich was at a critical point in shaping its future.
I’m sure this comment resonated with a lot of readers as there has been a feeling of ground zero – both literally and metaphorically – since our entire council was dismissed and our city centre was gutted and rebuilt.
Park fundraiser to boost teaching hospital plans The Park2Park attracts big crowds to Limestone Park in Ipswich, raising funds for the Ipswich Hospital Foundation.
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Ipswich Hospital Foundation’s Park2Park is back on track for Sunday July 25, after missing a last year due to COVID-19.
While all main events are back on for 2021, the virtual Run for Research that was organised in lieu of the regular event last year is continuing, giving participants the option to accomplish their goal in their own time.
The virtual Run for Research spans from July 17-31 with a registration fee of $30.
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AFTER nearly half a century serving Ipswich and helping to bring generations of local families into the world, Dr Bob McGregor has decided it is time to hang up the stethoscope and pull down the shingle.
The 75-year-old has played a monumental role in shaping both of the city’s hospitals since he arrived in Ipswich in 1974.
He admits he lost track of the number of babies he’s helped deliver a long time ago. Dr Bob McGregor.
The paediatrician will officially finish up on Tuesday night after chairing his final meeting for the St Andrew’s Ipswich Private Hospital’s medical advisory board.