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‘Deep and hilarious’: Our Egg named Larry
Meet the 2024 junior ensemble IMPACT cast of Our Egg named Larry – a wholesome, deep, emotional and hilarious story of class having to learn responsibility by looking after an egg.
Monster trucks and Pink Floyd: Here’s what’s on in Toowoomba
From monster trucks to a Pink Floyd concert and star gazing – there will be plenty of fun activities on in Toowoomba this weekend.
‘Family and belonging’: Cast of 80 ready to swing with Tarzan
A cast of more than 80 singing, dancing and acting students accompanied by an unstoppable production crew – this year’s Junior Toowoomba Choral Society’s musical production of Tarzan is set to transport audiences into another world.
‘Best in Australia’: Monster weekend set to thrill Garden City
With a motor that roars, fuel that burns, and wheels as tall as humans, the monster truck known as the ‘best in Australia’ is back in Toowoomba on a roll of destruction. Watch the video:
’Upped the ante’: Hundreds pack out small town’s premier event
More than 1000 people have been drawn to Yarraman for the small town’s flagship event of the year — and organisers plan to make it bigger in 2025. Our photo gallery here:
Toowoomba hosts biggest regional pop culture event
Toowoomba’s Comic-Geddon is set to rival Supanova and Comic Con as record crowds’ attended the pop culture event in June 2024. See all the photos taken at the event here.
Photo gallery: Love blooms as thousands fill famous sunflower fields
A not-so-surprise wedding proposal headlined the massive opening weekend of Warraba Sunflowers’ winter crop. Check out the gallery of photos here:
At least 10 things to do around Toowoomba this weekend
From vintage cars, motorcycles to sunflower fields, barn tours, fashion markets and so much more. Find at least 10 things to do this weekend here.
Homegrown comedy star back in Toowoomba for festival showcase
Toowoomba-born Australian comedian Damien Power his paying his hometown a visit as part of a massive Melbourne International Comedy Festival roadshow this week.
Massive music acts revealed for Festival of Food and Wine
With a star-studded line-up of pink sweets, surf tunes and Australian rock ‘n’ roll, the annual Festival of Food & Wine opening acts have been announced.
What’s on: 10 things to do around the Darling Downs this weekend
Grab out the picnic blankets and prepare yourself for a good time, with a number of fun-filled outdoor events happening in and around the Darling Downs over the weekend. Check out what’s on here.
‘Let you define you’: High School Musical on Stage coming to Empire Theatre
A Toowoomba girls school is ready for the curtain call at the Empire Theatre in their production of Disney’s High School Musical on Stage.
Toowoomba crowns top five formal makeup artists
In a tough competition between more than 30 makeup artists in Toowoomba, a winner has emerged with four closely behind. Meet the top five people to get your formal makeup done by:
Vote now: Who is Toowoomba’s best marketing agency?
They can make your brand pop, reach audiences and markets you may never have imagined, or add the design touches you need to make your business easily accessible online. Vote for your favourite marketing agency in Toowoomba:
Meet the next generation of FarmFest farmers as event packs out
The next generation of farmers took the limelight at Toowoomba FarmFest on Tuesday with the hope to become cattle farmers and breeders into the future. Meet them here:
Thousands get up close and personnel to emergency heroes
The sky remained clear as thousands turned up to browse through volunteer opportunities, watch fireys in action at a live car rescue display and learn about emergency action at the Toowoomba Emergency Services and Volunteer Day on Sunday.
Dogs, paws and puppies fill Queen’s Park
Hundreds of paw-fect friends brought their owners down to Queen’s Park on Sunday to help raise funds for animal rescue, care and adoption. See all the photos:
Healing and high vibes at Toowoomba Spiritual Fair
Shamanic healers, psychics, tarot readers and Reiki masters came together on Saturday to share their healing and high vibe frequencies.
What’s on: 10 things to do in Toowoomba this weekend
From ballet to local orchestras or signing up to volunteer organisations, there’s something for everyone in Toowoomba this weekend.
Toowoomba Regional Youth Orchestra goes undercover
In a short five years, the Toowoomba Regional Youth Orchestra has grown into a 50-strong ensemble and this week will go undercover in a wholesome array of spy numbers.
Gallery: Learning comes full circle at eisteddfod
The speech and drama sections of Toowoomba’s eisteddfod held a special moment for one former student and her teacher. See all the photos here.
Markets and art: 10 things to do in Toowoomba on Mother’s Day weekend
From Mother’s Day gift opportunities to rallies and stargazing, here are 10 things to do this weekend across Toowoomba:
Fairholme College art in full display
Two Fairholme College art students share their excitement over the school’s annual art exhibition.
‘Dream in the making’: DownsSteam train on track to adventure
After 25 years and plenty of hard work from dedicated volunteers, a 1914 steam locomotive is up and running, accredited for the main tracks, and steaming to take its first tourists.
Thousands to hit streets for major Toowoomba Marathon
Runners from across Queensland and interstate will lace up in Toowoomba this weekend, as dozens of roads are set to be closed for the major event that has seen accommodation providers booked out.
‘Bring with them a piece of our heart’: Ukrainian ballet in town
The Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will bring a piece of their culture to Toowoomba in a night of dance, music and costumes.
‘In the bag’: Inspiring runner shows no sign of slowing
One of Toowoomba’s oldest runners gearing up for the Toowoomba Marathon event said if it wasn’t for the social sport she wouldn’t be alive today.
’So special’: Why Toowoomba was picked for Woman in Black tour
Legendary Australian actors John Waters and Daniel MacPherson will light up the Empire Theatre’s main stage this weekend for the premiere of The Woman in Black. Here’s why Toowoomba was chosen:
20,000 poppies and violets for our Anzac heroes
A tribute of 20,000 poppies and violets knitted in the memory of soldiers who fought and the women who served during World War II will appear this week at Mothers’ Memorial in Toowoomba.
Anzac Day organisers need help this year as cost of living bites veterans
The Toowoomba RSL Sub Branch is ready for another massive Anzac Day at the Goods Shed but like all major events, it is feeling the pinch and seriously needs the community to help out.
Anzac Day in the Darling Downs: Service times and road closures
Anzac Day is a time for us to come together as a nation and pay our respects to the men and woman who laid down their lives in service of their country.
Roll up! roll up! The circus is in town
This seventh generation family circus will hoist its big top in Queens Park, featuring the full suite of death defying tricks, hilarious comedy routines and amazing aerial acrobatics.
140+ photos: Iconic Toowoomba show wraps up for 2024
The 159th Heritage Bank Toowoomba Royal Show brought tens of thousands of people through its gates, with People’s Day reaching close to one of the show’s biggest days ever. See all the photos, video.
‘It can change your life’: 2024 Darling Downs showgirl crowned
‘Taking a leap’ is how the 2024 Darling Downs showgirl secured the title, and she excitedly looks forward to building her confidence by representing the region at the Brisbane Ekka.
Brisbane sisters ready to run the 2km dash at Toowoomba Marathon
The Toowoomba Marathon has drawn competitors of all ages, including two Brisbane sisters who are set to contest for a place in the 2km junior dash. Meet them here.
Huge show weekend: 10 things to do in Toowoomba
Make the most of this huge weekend, with a packed calendar of fun-filled activities for the family happening in Toowoomba and the Darling Downs.
INTERACTIVE LIST: Find your perfect event in South West Queensland
From music festivals to agriculture spectaculars, tourist season in South West Queensland is fast approaching. Whether you’re a local or travelling to the region, sort all the events by location, date and category.
Handful of tickets left as Jessica Mauboy tour sells out
One of Australia’s most successful female artists is coming to Toowoomba, and there are only a handful of seats left in a tour that has already sold out in locations across Queensland.
‘A lot of fun’: Greatest musical hits comes to Toowoomba
Songs that have captured the hearts of theatre audiences from the big screen to the stage will fill the Empire Theatre this Sunday in a musical extravaganza.
Gallery: Slips, falls galore as Toowoomba roller rink opens
Toowoomba’s largest shopping centre has cleared its centre court for a large roller skating rink until April 14, promising fun for kids as young as four. Our gallery here:
Explore the paranormal, or get the skates out – what to do this weekend
Dust your skates off, walk through a lightshow in the rain, or stretch out to help charity – here are 10 things to do this weekend in Toowoomba.
‘Nerve-shredding’: Smash-hit UK play to debut at Empire Theatre
Tickets are already running out for the first Australian performances of one of the UK’s longest-running plays at the Empire Theatre, starring top actors John Waters and Daniel MacPherson.
‘I, Object’: Indigenous Australian Art exhibition to open in Toowoomba
A 50+ collection of contemporary and historical works exploring the history of objectification from the perspective of Indigenous Australian artists will open this in Toowoomba this weekend. Here’s why you should see it:
6500 attendees, $350k boost: Cinderella inspires crowds and economy
Thousands of people flocked to watch the Empire Theatre’s production of Cinderella in March, enjoying the city’s homegrown stars, uniquely crafted set and costume design, and the live musical accompaniment.
Huge Easter weekend: 10 things to do in the Darling Downs
From open sunflower fields to egg hunts and model trains – there really is a heaps of fun family activities on in Toowoomba over the long weekend.
‘Fun day’: Holi Festival brings multicultural community together
In an explosion of colour and celebrations, the Indian and Nepalese communities across Toowoomba have come together with bright colours and joy, celebrating an ancient festival as one multicultural community.
‘Sold out’: Weather adds to luna light spectacular
The magical, mystical light extravaganza has had a sellout weekend, with organisers estimating more than 5000 people walked through the display. See why it sold out:
Ancient and vibrant Holi Festival celebrated in Toowoomba
In a spectacular array of colour, music, dancing and food Toowoomba’s Nepalese and Indian communities are jointly hosting a Holi Festival on Saturday to celebrate the ancient Hindu festival of good triumphing over evil.
Packed program of holiday arts workshops for kids into theatre
As the holidays draw closer, two universities are opening up their doors to young people interested in learning more about the arts. Check out the programs:
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