PAMA SpringFest is returning for its fifth year—and it promises to be bigger and more colourful than ever.

Antoine Vidal speaks with Jomar, President of the Philippines-Australia Multicultural Association, about what visitors can expect at PAMA SpringFest 2026.

The free community celebration will feature a multicultural parade, cultural and modern performances, live bands, children’s activities, more than 60 food, drink and market stalls, a raffle draw and a spectacular fireworks finale.

Jomar also shares how SpringFest has grown since its launch in 2022 and why bringing different cultures together is so important to the Greater Springfield community.

Antoine and Paula will also join this year’s multicultural MC lineup.

PAMA SpringFest 2026 will be held on Saturday, 12 September, from 9 am to 7 pm at Robelle Domain Parklands, The Circle, Springfield Central.

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Varroa mite is changing the way Australian beekeepers care for their hives—and understanding how to manage it has never been more important.

Rach Z speaks with Dimitri Marcosis, President of the Ipswich and West Moreton Beekeepers Association, about the impact Varroa is having on hobbyists and commercial beekeepers.

Dimitri explains how the parasite weakens bees, why numbers can increase as hives become more active in spring and what happens when an infestation is left unmanaged.

He also shares details of a free field day at Pine Mountain, where participants will learn about the life cycles of bees and Varroa before seeing a practical demonstration of non-chemical control methods.

Registration is required and includes a catered lunch. Visit honey.org.au for further information.

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Rach Z speaks with Leanne Roberts, President of Zonta Club of Ipswich, about a creative community project supporting the international 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence.

Zonta Ipswich will decorate 16 trees in Queens Park with handmade creations, stories and messages highlighting issues affecting women and girls.

Leanne explains how the community can support the project by donating craft materials or joining Zonta’s Craft-a-noon on Saturday, 5 September, from 12.30 pm at Trades Hall in Bell Street, Ipswich.

Listen to the interview to discover how creativity, conversation and community action can help raise awareness and inspire change.

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