10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Ipswich That You Shouldn't Miss

All aboard for a historical steam train journey along the former industrial coal line built in the late 19th century. Feel and hear the train rumble from inside the carriages, over a short 30 minute bushland journey or longer trip from Bundamba Racecourse to Swanbank by the Lake.

This accredited Visitor Information Centre offers a one stop shop for travel information including maps, brochures, and itineraries. Staffed by skilled and knowledgeable locals, the Centre offers a free booking service for accommodation and tours, a great selection of souvenirs and local arts and crafts, and provides advice on the things to see, things to do and where to eat in Ipswich. Discuss with the friendly staff your travel plans and they will be happy to offer their assistance and advice.

All aboard for a wholly interactive authentic heritage and cultural experience located at Australia’s oldest railway workshops still in operation.

One of the oldest parks in Queensland, Queens Park boasts enormous, shady trees dotted around the picturesque green expanse on the hill at the eastern entrance to the city. A perfect place to spread out the picnic rug, fire up the barbie and spend a pleasant few hours. If you're not such a BYO person, the indoor-outdoor Queens Park Café offers everything for the hungry park-goer, including a special Kids' Menu. Next door to the Café, is the Environmental Education Centre with some fun interactive displays. Queens Park's playground was inspired by Ipswich's coal mining history, with an impressive design incorporating a flying fox, fixed model train, Liberty Swing for people in wheelchairs to enjoy a ride, and water pumps. And if that's not enough, there are two more amazing, free attractions - the Japanese-themed Nerima Gardens, and the Ipswich Nature Centre which has been delighting visitors since 1936. Enter the Ipswich Nature Centre through the historical rotunda and be charmed by wallabies contentedly nibbling or dozing, and other native animals such as wombats, emus, bilbies and water birds in their authentic habitats. Then there's the barn where the younger ones won't be able to resist farm animals such as pigs, calves, guinea pigs and lambs. Nerima Gardens was designed in consultation with Ipswich's sister city in Japan. A model traditional Japanese tea house, constant sound of flowing water, winding paths and charming gardens make this a tranquil and calming space. A unique factor is that Australian native plants have been used, with some being indigenous to Ipswich.

Willowbank Raceway is located 30-45 minutes west of Brisbane, in Queensland, Australia . We offer a year-round program of drag racing entertainment for the whole family. Major events are held annually, with a variety of features including Top Fuel dragsters, the nitromethane-burning kings of the sport. Selected events will also offer nitro-burning Funny Cars. Other Australian championship Professional categories to be seen at Willowbank include the supercharged sedans of Pro Slammer, Funny Cars and Dragsters in Pro Alcohol, carburetted sedans in Pro Stock, nitro-burning Top Bikes and Pro Bikes. Various combinations of the premier Professional vehicles feature at Willowbank Raceway's major events, while all Professional, Semi-professional and Sportsman brackets are showcased at the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals, which is held in June each year and is the largest championship drag race held outside of the United States. Willowbank Raceway holds over 100 events every year.

Robelle Domain’s expansive green lawns, bike tracks, tree top walks and shady picnic areas are great for all the family. Add to this the Family Water Play complete with a huge tipping bucket and water jets, and the public, lagoon-style pool (opening September 2015), the kids will absolutely love this place – parents can also grab a coffee and lunch in the Robelle Cafe.