Historic Sites in Ipswich

"Post Office Square is nestled between Adelaide Street and Queen Street and provides a large green space in the middle of the CBD. Underneath the square there is a subterranean shopping center and there are several stair wells leading down from the square into the mall. The square is located directly opposite the General Post Office, which is a beautiful sandstone building that dates from 1872 and was home to the Queensland Museum for a time in the 19th century."

"With most people there on Friday being of Latinos’ and Asians’ it’s a huge hit every weekend with both levels packed to the brim. Open 9 am-5 pm Friday and Saturday it is a great place to party with people from different ethnicity groups. With only a cheap $10-$20 entry fee or free before 11 pm on guest-list its a one hit wonder you must go to."

"Perched above a lush park overlooking the Brisbane River, the beautiful Newstead House is Brisbane's oldest surviving residence, dating back to 1846. Where once it stood as a simple colonial Georgian cottage, home to Darling Downs pioneer Patrick Leslie, over the years it has grown to reflect the history of Brisbane, serving as a Botanic Institute, the first headquarters of the Royal Historical society of Queensland, and even acting as the living quarters for American service personnel during WWII. Today the homestead offers visitors a slice of Brisbane history, as it’s painted and furnished in the style of the late Victorian period."

"Come and learn all about Queensland most notorious prison – Boggo Road Gaol. Via a guided tour, you will learn all about the inmate’s crimes, their daily prison life, as well as about the various officers that worked here. There is a range of different tours available at Boggo Road, with options to suit kids of all ages."

"Initially opening in Teneriffe in 2012, La Macelleria is the real Italian deal!. The owners, both called Matteo (not kidding) are committed to crafting authentic, Bologna-style gelato, offering classic Italian flavours like fior di latte, crema Bologna, and new favourites like raspberry cheesecake. With four venues (Teneriffe, West End, King Street and Coorparoo) they’re never too far away–especially on a hot day."

"Sitting a street away from Brisbane River in Teneriffe, La Macelleria Gelateria is the closest taste of traditional Italian gelato in Queensland. Both owners named Matteo, learnt their gelato making skills in Bologna, Italy – the homeland of gelato. Since 2012, La Macelleria Gelateria has only used natural ingredients to make their 20-flavour range of gelato daily."

"Cake and ice-cream are absolute necessities in time of need and in time of play and La Macelleria Gelateria has Brisbane covered during the coronavirus chaos. You can now order from Uber Eats and Deliveroo your go-to flavour of gelato, sorbet, shakes and cakes. Explore their menu and go on and treat yourself!"

"A lovely cafe and spot for sweet goods, Sweet Treats Dessert Café take a no-nonsense approach towards giving the people of Runcorn the best desserts in the area. Chocolate drenched waffles, ice-creams galore and all the coffee you need. Address: 1a/258 Warrigal Rd, RuncornPhone: (07) 3161 3352Hours: Mon – Sun 9am – 9pm"

"Pita Pit is a franchise with a difference and it has finally found its way to Australia by way of Canada and New Zealand, Bro."

"Chow down on this bad boy: a buttermilk hotcake with grilled banana, toasted seeds and nuts, salted caramel, and crème fraiche. Now that’s a tasty way to start the day!"