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Monday, August 12, 2013
Thursday, July 25, 2013
A-League Set To Roar in Ipswich
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| CLOSE BY: Matt Smith and the Brisbane Roar will be taking on the Melbourne Victory at North Ipswich Reserve in a preseason match in September. Photo Credit: Joe Castro |
IPSWICH'S top soccer teams are on the right track to developing the next generation of A-League stars, according to the Brisbane Roar captain.
With teams in the Brisbane Premier League and the Queensland conference of the new National Premier League, Smith said the development of local talent was in good hands.
The Roar will play a pre-season game against the Melbourne Victory at North Ipswich Reserve in the lead-up to the 2013-14 A-League season.
While admitting support in the football loving public remained split between the two leagues Smith said the emphasis on developing young players was the right path to take.
"I think what's important isn't so much the leagues the clubs play in, but I think it's important the clubs place emphasis on development," he said.
"I think it's really important here in Australia that clubs really get behind their youth and really focus on grassroots level.
"And the long-term strategy behind that, we'll have a process where south-east Queensland and Queensland is certainly developing good players to then flow into the Brisbane Roar youth team, and in time flow into the Brisbane Roar first team. I think that's probably the biggest paramount."
While the Roar have played pre-season games against local teams in Ipswich before, the September 14 game against the Melbourne Victory is the first time two A-League teams will play in Ipswich.
Smith said the team had always received a great response from Ipswich football fans when they'd played in town.
"We've always had great days out at Ipswich; the matches that we've had there in the past, they've always been good numbers, they've always been competitive matches, and we always like coming out there because we saw the Ipswich community gets behind us and really comes to support us. It's a good thing we're coming back there again."
The Roar will also play Ipswich-based NPL team Western Pride in a trial game in Toowoomba. They have already played two pre-season games again NPL opponents, including a 5-0 win over Albany Creek this week.
Roar coach Mike Mulvey said the games against NPL sides as well as A-League teams were far from meaningless as they wanted a blistering start to the season.
"We're leading into a very important season for the club, which means it is imperative we make sure our pre-season is well planned as well," Mulvey said.
"We want to play regular football and work on all aspects of our game as well as visiting Roar fans that live in different areas around Queensland and northern New South Wales who may not get to see us play regularly.
"These matches against strong A-League opposition will allow us to strive for good performances, solid results and equally importantly, team cohesion within the playing group."
If selected, the game could be the first time former Roar star Mitch Nicholls faces his old club after he was signed from the Roar to play for the Victory. Midfielder Nicholls played 125 games for the Roar and was an integral part of the team that won back-to-back premierships and were unbeaten for 36 straight games.
He was poached by the Victory in a move that will see him reunited with former Roar manager Ange Postecoglou.
With the Ipswich game towards the end of the Roar's pre-season Smith expected local fans would see a near-full-strength side take to the Reserve.
"It's obviously a coaching decision but with the game against top competition and getting close to the start of the season I'd expect we'd at least start with our strongest line-up."
The Roar will face the Victory at North Ipswich on Saturday, September 14, and against the Western Pride in Toowoomba on Wednesday, September 18, at the Toowoomba Grammar School.
by Geoff Egan
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Ipswich Oktoberfest @ Ipswich 4-7 Oktober 2013
Oktoberfest began in 1810 to celebrate the marriage of the Bavarian royals King Ludwig I and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen. Citizens of Munich were invited to join in the festivities and the celebration became an annual event. The city began allowing beer to be served from makeshift stands and by 1896 Oktoberfest had tens of thousands of guests descending upon the event in Munich each year.
It is one of the most famous events in Germany and is the world's largest fair, with more than 6 million people from around the world attending the event every year. Other cities across the world also hold Oktoberfest celebrations, modeled after the original Munich event.
Today, Oktoberfest is the largest, most well known festival in the world and it has finally arrived in Ipswich!
There will be entertainment, music, rides, German dance, drinks and more!
Beer
Beer is a major aspect of Germany's history and culture. Germany is widely recognised as one of the world's greatest beer centres, producing the largest variety of beer styles in the world. Bavaria is Germany's leading beer producing region, and Dortmund, in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen), is Germany's largest beer-producing city (producing over 4 million barrels of beer annually).
Now, you have the facts and you know how awesome German beer is, we want to bring the best selection to you at Ipswich Oktoberfest. After all... Oktoberfest wouldn't be the same without it!
Food
Oktoberfest is not just about the beer, it is also about food! The team will bring you a wide range of German food, including the authentic Ochsenbraterei (Oxgrill) cooked in the traditional way, as well as your favourites like pork knuckle and schnitzel. So there really will be something on our menu for everyone, or if you are anything like us you'll want to try a bit of everything.
Where: Limestone Park (Oval D) Griffith Road, Ipswich
When: From 4th to 7th October 2013
- Friday 4th Oct - 4pm to Midnight
- Saturday 5th Oct - 11am to Midnight
- Sunday 6th Oct - 11am to Midnight
- Monday 7th (Public Holiday) Oct - 11am to 6pm
How To Get There: http://www.ipswichoktoberfest.com.au/info.html#.Ud5KdDtHLE0
Official website: http://www.ipswichoktoberfest.com.au/
Entertainment: http://www.ipswichoktoberfest.com.au/entertainment.html#.Ud5GjztHLE0
Tickets: http://www.ipswichoktoberfest.com.au/tickets.html#.Ud5GmjtHLE0
Coming to Ipswich for Oktoberfest?
Need hotel accommodation in Ipswich?
Metro Hotels Ipswich International offers a convenient location in Ipswich for Oktoberfest. The hotel is only a 4 minute drive or 16 walk to Limestone Park Griffith Road, Ipswich!
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Hotel Features:
- Free on-site car parking
- 100% non-smoking
- 4 ½ star hotel
- Beautifully decorated with state-of-the-art appliances
- Platform 9" a-la-carte Restaurant/Bar
- Lift access to all floors from Reception
- Disabled access and facilities
- Minibar
Hotel Location: 43 South Street (Cnr Foote Lane) Ipswich Qld 4305
Website: Metro Hotels Ipswich International
Hotel room discount package:
Sunday / Monday Madness @ Metro Hotels Ipswich International
Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this Sunday / Monday Madness accommodation package for $110.00 including:
- One Nights accommodation
- Late check-out of 1.00 pm
- Free Internet
- Details and To Book: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/241
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Metro Hotel Ipswich International ~ Hot Air Ballooning Deluxe Package
Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this Hot Air Ballooning deluxe package with Floating Images for 2 adults:
- One nights Accommodation twin share in a Deluxe Room at the 4½ star Metro Hotel Ipswich International.
- Dinner for two (main meal and coffee) at Platform 9 Restaurant.
- Experience South East Qld's only City & Country Balloon Flight with Floating Images, followed by a Restaurant Champagne Breakfast & commemorative flight certificate
- Optional complimentary balloon flight transfers
Prices available on request - please contact the hotel on:
- Phone: +61 7 38128077
- Or email ipswich@metrohg.com
Remember this great activity is only 30 minutes from Brisbane CBD!
- Location of hotel: 43 South Street (Cnr Foote Lane) Ipswich Qld 4305
- Terms & Conditions: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/75
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Metro Hotels Packages with FREE Internet / Wifi
We understand that in today's connected world, having access to the net is important. These accommodation packages throughout Australia all include internet access.
Whether you are staying for leisure or business, you know you will always be connected at our hotels and apartments.
Melbourne VIC
Metro Apartments on Bank Place is offering this Autumn Package for $160.00* per night staying in a one bedroom apartment including:
- Free Internet
- Midday Check-out
- Bottle of Wine on arrival
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/264
Metro Apartments on Bank Place is offering this Corporate Package (Single occupancy) for $165.00* per night including:
- One Bedroom Apartment for One occupant*
- Free Internet
- A bottle of wine on arrival.
- Late check-out of 11 AM
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/118
Brisbane QLD
Metro Hotel Tower Mill is offering this Winter Warmer Weekend in the City Special for $123.00* per night staying in an executive double room including:
- 2 full hot buffet breakfasts
- Free car parking
- Free wireless Internet
- Late check out till 12 noon
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/309
Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this great Bed and Breakfast package of $149.00 per couple per night including:
- One night’s accommodation in a Superior Queen Room
- Hot chocolate welcome pack
- Breakfast
- Free Internet
- Car Parking
- $30 voucher when two people dine in the restaurant and order a two-course meal.
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/312
Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this Sunday / Monday Madness accommodation package for $110.00 including:
- One Nights accommodation
- Late check-out of 1.00 pm
- Free Internet
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/241
Sydney NSW
Metro Hotel Miranda is offering this Baby It's Cold Outside package staying in a Standard Balcony Queen or Twin Room for $105.00* per night including:
- Hot chocolate and Raisin toast
- Free internet
- Free car parking
- Late checkout of 11AM
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/308
Metro Hotel Miranda is offering Balcony Queen Room 3 Night Mid Week Special for $120.00* per night including:
- Accommodation for two staying in a Balcony Queen Room
- Bottle of Wine upon arrival
- Chocolates on arrival
- Free Internet
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/259
Metro Hotel on Pitt is offering this Winter Sydney CBD Getaway for $134.00 per room per night including:
- Free wireless internet
- A bottle of wine on arrival
- Late check out of 12 noon
- Staying in a Standard\Single\double\twin room*
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/306
Metro Hotel Sydney Central is offering this Weekday Bundle Package from $99.00 per night (maximum 2 people per package) including;
- One nights accommodation in a Superior Room
- Daily Free Wi Fi
- A big bottle of wine on arrival
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/280
Metro Hotel Sydney Central is offering this Winter Sydney - Great Saver package for $129.00 per room per night including:
- Free wireless internet
- Free Breakfast for 2 adult
- Free bottle of wine on arrival
- Free late check out by 12 noon (Subject to availability).
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/307
Metro Apartments on King - Book this Corporate Special from $165.00 per night staying in a fabulously located one bedroom apartment featuring a fully equipped kitchen including:
- Free WiFi
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/20
Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour - Stay at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour on a weekday for just $180.00* per night including:
- Free WiFi
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/21
Aspire Hotel Sydney Ultimo For just $169.00* per night, Aspire Hotel Sydney is offering this Expo Package including:
- Accommodation in a Superior room
- Buffet breakfast
- Free wireless internet
- Free car parking - One bay per room with unlimited entry and exit
- Exhibitor Survival Pack containing two bottles of water, one sandwich or ham croissant, one piece of fruit and one muesli bar).
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/271
Aspire Hotel Sydney Ultimo is offering this Deluxe package for our Best Available Rate + $40 including:
- Staying in a deluxe room
- On-Site overnight parking
- In-room wireless internet
- Daily breakfast
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/64
Metro Hotels Winter Accommodation Specials
Now that Winter is upon us, Metro Hotels would like to welcome their guests for a nation-wide Winter warm up!
Below are some accommodation specials around Australia that may interest you for the chilly months ahead.
Melbourne VIC
Metro Apartments on Bank Place is offering this winter warmer accommodation special for $175.00* staying in a one bedroom apartment including:
- Free unlimited wireless Internet
- Bottle of wine on arrival
- Late check-out of 11am
- Continental boxed breakfast for two
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/303
Brisbane QLD
Metro Hotel Tower Mill is offering this winter warmer hotel special for $123.00* per night staying in an executive double room including:
- 2 full hot buffet breakfasts
- Free car parking
- Free wireless Internet
- Late check out till 12 noon
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/309
Metro Hotel and Apartments Gladstone is offering this winter special for only $150.00* per night with:
- Late checkout of 12.00 noon available on Saturday & Sunday
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/310
Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this warm up in Ipswich hotel special for $149.00* per night staying in a Superior Queen including:
- Hot chocolate welcome pack
- Breakfast
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- $30.00 voucher when 2 people dine in the Restaurant for a two course meal
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/311
Perth WA
Metro Hotel Perth is offering this winter weekender hotel package for $299.00 per night staying in an executive room including:
- Late Check out
- Breakfast for two
- Sparkling wine on arrival
- Chocolates on arrival
- $10.00 Coles voucher per stay
Offer is valid Friday, Saturday and Sunday only.
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/304
Sydney NSW
Metro Hotel Miranda is offering this Baby It's Cold Outside hotel package for $105.00* per night staying in a standard balcony queen OR twin room including:
- Hot chocolate and Raisin toast
- Free internet
- Free car parking
- Late checkout of 11AM
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/308
Metro Hotel on Pitt is offering this Winter Sydney CBD getaway hotel special for $134.00 per room per night including:
- Free wireless internet
- A bottle of wine on arrival
- Late check out of 12 noon
- Staying in a Standard\Single\double\twin room (Subject to availability)
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/306
Metro Hotel Sydney Central is offering this Winter great saver hotel package for $129.00 per room per night including:
- Free wireless internet
- Free Breakfast for 2 adult
- Free bottle of wine on arrival
- Free late check out by 12 noon (Subject to availability)
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/307
Metro Apartments on King is offering this Winter warmer special including:
- Free Sparkling wine
- Chocolates
At $179.00 Sunday-Thursday, $279.00 Friday-Saturday (minimum 2 night stay).
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/167
Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour is offering this Winter warmer accommodation special staying in an executive apartment including:
- Free Sparkling Wine
- Free Chocolates
- Late checkout of 12 noon
$229.00* Sunday-Thursday, $349.00* Friday-Saturday (*minimum two night stay).
Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/298
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Monday, May 27, 2013
Strawberries & Wine "Romantic Weekend Package" @ Metro Hotel Ipswich International
Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this Romantic Weekend Package for $266.00 per night including:
- Two course evening meal with a complimentary glass of wine in Platform 9 Restaurant
- Sparkling Wine and Strawberries on arrival
- Breakfast for two
- Late check out
Location: 43 South Street (Cnr Foote Lane) Ipswich Qld 4305
Phone: 1800 066 499 or +61 7 38128077
Metro Hotel Ipswich International is a Hotel Accommodation provider located right in the heart of the Ipswich CBD, next door to the Ipswich Civic Hall and only 40km from the Brisbane CBD allowing easy travel to and from Brisbane City itself by train or bus.
4 1/2 star, six storey property overlooking one of the pristine parklands that Ipswich is proud to boast, offering 97 Accommodation Rooms, consisting of 11 One Bedroom Apartments, 2 Executive Spa Suites, 68 Superior Rooms and 16 Deluxe Rooms. 7 first class Wedding & Conference Rooms and an unforgettable gourmet dining experience at our "Platform 9" a-la-carte Restaurant & Lounge Bar.
Our Hotel group is renowned for quality and friendly personalised service ensuring your stay with us will be enjoyable, relaxing and stress-free.
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