Yugara/ Yagara Nation's Country

Gurumba Bigi (good day) and welcome. Ipswich, located on Yagara Country known traditionally in the Yugara/Yagara language as Tulmur, has been home to First Nations people since before the beginnings of recorded European arrival. The Traditional Owners of the Ipswich region are the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People, those who are a part of the Yagara/Yugara Language Group.

We recognise and acknowledge the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul peoples, custodians for the beautiful land and waters around the Ipswich region.

Ipswich is proud of this ancient culture, whom have been on Country for thousands of years, and respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on which we work, live and play.

We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, as the keepers of the traditions, customs, cultures and stories of proud peoples.

We look forward to working with all First Nations Peoples in the Ipswich region to share culture through tourism, in a spirit of mutual respect and reconciliation.

Indigenous girl looking over dam at Hardings Paddock Picnic Area with the sunlight shining through the eucalyptus trees in the backgorund.

Murumba-bara (good people) is a piece by artist Jennifer Kent to symbolise the people of Ipswich. It was commissioned by the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre which displays the original artwork on canvas and stocks a variety of Manamana Dreaming pieces that you can purchase featuring the vibrant art.
Jennifer Kent was born in Townsville, grew up in North West Queensland and has lived in Goodna for more than 10 years. Manamana Dreaming is a small family run business offering cultural services.

Indigenous Experiences and Places of Significance

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Hardings Paddock Campground

Hardings Paddock campground is perfect for a weekend getaway for the whole family. Surrounded by natural bushland, there are just eight camping sites available to add to the feeling of seclusion.

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White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

Over 2,500 hectares of regionally significant bushland featuring extensive forested ridges, escarpments and valleys that are home to an amazing array of plant and wildlife species.

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Didgeridoo Festivals

Didgeridoo Festivals near Ipswich is a didgeridoo community that brings people together through unique activities. It’s located at Bellbird Park, [...]

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Purga Nature Reserve

For unique nature walks just 15 minutes from Ipswich Central, Purga Nature Reserve is a peaceful getaway. It has the [...]

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Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate

Located 20 minutes drive from the Ipswich City, the Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate covers over 2,200 hectares. The conservation estate supports extensive forests and rugged volcanic peaks and slopes including Flinders Peak, Mt Blaine, Mt Catherine and Mt Goolman.

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Tulmur Place

Come and explore Ipswich’s new home of entertainment and events. Tulmur Place is a civic square within the Nicholas Street [...]