The hottest tickets this winter will be in Ipswich as council backs two of the city’s most iconic events: Century Batteries Ipswich Super 440 and Ipswich Cup.
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said Ipswich City Council’s endorsement of up to $50,000 in funding for the Supercars and $25,000 for the Ipswich Cup is a win for the city’s tourism, events and hospitality industries.
“Century Batteries Ipswich Super 440 and Ipswich Cup highlight Ipswich’s status as a major events city,” Mayor Harding said.
“Last year’s return of Supercars to Queensland Raceway in Willowbank for the first time since 2019 was a triumph, bringing a palpable excitement to our city.
“I have no doubt motorsport lovers from Ipswich and beyond will be excited to see Broc Feeney attempt to replicate his dominance at Ipswich when the event returns on 21-23 August.
“The historic Ipswich Cup remains the highest attended event of the Queensland Racing Winter Carnival and I’m delighted for council to continue its long-running partnership with Ipswich Turf Club for the event, to be held on 20 June.
“With half of the 12,700 attendees last year coming from outside Ipswich, the Ipswich Cup shores up our reputation as a prime destination for unmissable events and experiences.”
Economic and Cultural Development Committee Chairperson Councillor Pye Augustine said the benefits to Ipswich from both events is significant.
“Our $460 million tourism industry, underpinned by two million yearly visits, is a major contributor to the city’s $15 billion economy and council is pleased to support continued growth,” Cr Augustine said.
“As a sport-loving city, council is determined to foster partnerships to attract high quality events to the city – a priority outlined by our Economic Development Strategy.
“The numbers don’t lie when it comes to the Supercars and Ipswich Cup’s benefit to the city.
“The Ipswich Cup last year brought an economic benefit of more than $3.3 million to Ipswich, plus 2,763 overnight stays.”
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