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Ipswich

Ipswich is a Queensland city located approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Brisbane on the Bremar River. Ipswich is popular for it's historical buildings, wineries and bushwalking trails outside of the city centre.

The Workshops Rail Museum
This rail museum has 15 exhibition zones and tells the story of Queensland's rail history in a fun, interactive way. North Street, North Ipswich ( 07 3432 5100).

Ipswich Art Gallery
This gallery is chock full of visual, interactive and multi media art displays. There is a kid's friendly zone that allows children to create their own original artwork. D'Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas Street ( 07 3813 9222).

Ironbark Ridge
This winery produces many award winning wines. The historical tasting room built in the early 1900's, was originally a miner's cottage and now offers Cellar door tastings and sales along with a selection of cheeses, olives and coffee. Middle Road (07 5464 6787).

Bellevue Homestead and Vineyards
This historic homestead is heritage listed and is a rare example of a Victorian and Edwardian mix of architecture. The rooms are loving restored with period furniture to match the bygone era. West Road, Coominya (07 5426 4209).

Rosewood Railway Museum
This community oriented Railway Historical Society provides an opportunity to experience the bygone era of steam train travel. Train rides between Kunkala and Cabanda Stations available on the last Sunday of each month. Kunkala Station, Freeman Road, Rosewood (07 5464 4552).

Ipswich City Heritage Trails
There are six of these trails in and around the city of Ipswich, three for walking and three for driving. Ipswich has a plethora of historical buildings and sites, the heritage trails have more than 78 buildings listed. Some are open and provide guided tours whereas others are private and can be just viewed from the road. The map and pamphlet for the trails can be picked up from the council offices or the tourist information centre.

Nerima Gardens
These peaceful gardens in the city are a tribute to Ipswich's sister city Nerima in Japan. It is a lovely garden to stroll in or have a picnic in.