Future bright for Highfields Pioneer Village after solar installation
The electricity required to power the 70 historical buildings on the 20 acre property is one of the largest costs the nonprofit faces, but now the village has hope for the future.
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Business for sale after recording 49% growth last year
The success of a CBD cafe has promoted the owners to open a second location, and with all energy going into launching it, they no longer have time to operate their other food production and delivery business.
One-stop health, lifestyle shop opens in Highfields
After rebranding from TerryWhite Chemmart Pharmacy, the new store combines traditional pharmacy services with an extensive range of health, wellbeing, and lifestyle products.
Woman travels five hours to honour her late mother
Jazmine’s mum passed away when she was just two years old from multiple sclerosis and now each year she participates in the MS Swimathon to honour her.
Parents urged to get children eye tests after year of online learning
Due to COVID there are 30,922 children between the age of five and 20 in the Toowoomba area who may have missed detection of the most common eye problems.
City pub introduces mega parmi challenge
A Toowoomba hotel has introduced a mega parmi challenge to its menu, and if contenders can wipe their plate clean in 30 minutes they’re awarded a jug of beer.
Highfields boom: Town expands but ‘out-of-town’ feel remains
A family has moved to Highfields after a lifetime in Toowoomba and it appears they aren’t the only ones, with a significant increase in population. The mayor predicts Highfields will only continue to grow in popularity for young people, families and retirees.
Australia Post closes CBD location to move to shopping centre
An Australia Post in the CBD is closing with the Toowoomba post office reopening at a new location.
3 brothers take over cafe with focus on serving local produce
Three brothers are using their combined experience as qualified chefs and farmers to run a successful cafe in Toowoomba.
21 things to do Toowoomba in 2021: From free to a few bucks
When boredom hits it can be difficult to think of something to do. Don’t worry we’ve compiled a list of 21 things to do in Toowoomba in 2021.
Original URL: https://www.thechronicle.com.au/journalists/meghan-harris/page/15