The latest action-packed addition to the Nicholas Street Precinct has opened its doors with Ipswich youngsters bouncing in to miniBOUNCE.
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said miniBOUNCE brings an exciting world of movement, creativity and adventure to the precinct, designed exclusively for the city’s youngest residents.
“Global action-adventure brand Bounce Inc has chosen Ipswich and our revitalised city centre for their latest location, and I know Ipswich children and their parents will absolutely love it,” Mayor Harding said.
“I am certain miniBOUNCE will become one of the most popular destinations for families visiting the city, with the purpose-built venue featuring mini trampolines, a two-story interactive play structure, oversized airbags, ball pits and slides.
“We welcome new businesses and new jobs to the revitalised Ipswich CBD, and with nearly 1,000 young people applying to work at this new venue, it’s already demonstrating its value to our local community and economy.
“It perfectly complements the adjacent General Public leisure and entertainment hub aimed at older children and adults, and the Hoyts cinemas in the same location, creating a fun family-friendly day out for all ages.”
Economic and Cultural Development Committee Chairperson Councillor Pye Augustine said it was yet another vote of confidence in the Nicholas Street Precinct.
“The miniBOUNCE adventure play concept is designed especially for children aged between six months and six years, and Ipswich is its perfect home thanks to our growing population of young families,” Cr Augustine said.
“It isn’t just about having fun – it’s about fostering motor skill development, socialisation, and confidence in a way that’s accessible and engaging for young children, who can enjoy a safe and enriching play experience.
“It is a fantastic addition to the General Public operation, which has brought its signature ‘eatertainery’ concept to Nicholas Street Precinct, including state-of-the-art arcade games, 14 tenpin bowling lanes, golf simulators, billiards tables, food and licensed drinking spots.”
Division 3 Councillor Marnie Doyle said in addition to miniBOUNCE, the community had also recently welcomed Kickin’Inn, a premium seafood restaurant, which meant about 90 per cent of council-owned buildings in the precinct were now leased.
“The new offerings add to existing tenants Hoyts, General Public, Hotel Commonwealth, Gelatissimo, Sushi Hyo, Zambrero, Bun Bun Bao, Terry White, Sofia Nails, Austhetica, That Dumpling Place, Stellarossa, Head to Health, as well as VE Group, Indie School and College, and the Red Cross,” Cr Doyle said.
“It is exciting to see the precinct take another step towards completion. It is everything and more than we could have anticipated and is loved by Ipswich residents already, going by the huge number of people who come for the food, entertainment and events.”
Division 3 Councillor Andrew Antoniolli said the first miniBOUNCE opened in Melbourne in 2012 and Ipswich would be a prized location among the 21 venues in Australia and three in New Zealand.
“There are five popular miniBOUNCE venues in South-East Queensland and the Nicholas Street Precinct is a thriving central location that’s perfect for its next offering,” Cr Antoniolli said.
“The brand has established a reputation that sees it loved by kids of all ages, respected by parents, schools and community groups, and trusted by athletes who use these bounce facilities to practice areal sporting manoeuvres.
“I am looking forward to seeing our Ipswich youngsters thrive and dive about at this venue.”
Bounce Inc CEO Merissa Collins said the venue, while engaging youngsters, also enabled parents to relax with a coffee or a meal from the premium licensed cafe, knowing their children were enjoying a safe and enriching play experience.
“We’ve already seen fantastic success with our South-East Queensland venues embracing the miniBOUNCE model, and the Nicholas Street Precinct is a vibrant destination that aligns perfectly with what miniBOUNCE is all about,” Ms Collins said.
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