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New Queensland Greyhound Racing Club board’s ‘safe, enjoyable’ focus

AS a long-serving Rugby League Ipswich (RLI) chairman, David Nugent is used to tackling issues head-on. That’s why he has quickly injected himself into his new role as Queensland Greyhound Racing Club (QGRC) board chairman focused on “safety and...

David Lems
20 Aug 2025
Ipswich Tribune

Wow: The Q launched in Ipswich as world-class asset

IPSWICH’S latest multi-million dollar asset was officially launched with a “wow” factor featuring a showcase of track speed and a dazzling light and lazer special effects show. Hundreds of people visited The Q greyhound facility at Purga for...

David Lems
11 Jun 2025
Sport

The Q’s rich prizemoney, trainer lure for Ipswich, Queensland racing

THE official opening of the multi-million dollar ‘The Q’ greyhound facility at Purga was not only a historic event for Ipswich. It launched a series of major races over the next month, including million dollars on offer in next month’s Group 1...

David Lems
11 Jun 2025
Sport

Milford trainer’s horse happiness

RAVYN Warzecha is still in her early days as a horse trainer, but a lifelong love of animals has given her a clear awareness of what means the most to her. “I mean, everyone would love to be, you know, a Group 1-winning trainer,” said Warzecha, a recent addition to the strengthening Ipswich training ranks.

Peter Foley
12 Feb 2025
Sport

Beaudesert team celebrates hard-won racing victory

WINNING a race holds various meanings for different trainers. To some it might be another one on the pile. To James Hepworth it’s vindication and cause for serious celebrations. James and his partner Nicole Jackson live on a farm at Christmas...

Peter Foley
20 Nov 2024
Sport

Alex returns home with vital Qld racing role

ACCEPTING state-wide challenges in the racing industry is nothing new to high-achieving Ipswich administrator Alex Kitching. However, the latest role allows Kitching and his young family to return home after three years working in Victoria following...

David Lems
19 Jun 2024
State Politics

Secret event launches greyhound project

THE State Government is pushing ahead with the controversial $39 million Greater Brisbane Greyhound Centre at Purga and has appointed BMD Group to complete earthworks.

Brian Bennion
01 Mar 2023