About the Strengthening Ipswich Communities Plan

Ipswich is one of the fastest growing populations in Queensland. Our population is set to double over the next 20 years. We want to prepare for this growth to ensure Ipswich remains a great place to live. To do this, we need the right mix of community facilities for our population now, and as it grows in the future. Community facilities are the physical spaces that communities use. These include community centres, art galleries, libraries, playgrounds and recreational facilities.

The Strengthening Ipswich Community Plan is council's 20-year plan for community facilities. Council plans and provides for a range of community facilities including libraries, recreational and play spaces, meeting rooms and cultural & arts spaces. However, many community facilities such as health and social services are not provided by council. These are often provided by other levels of Government and non-government organisations.