Lucky escape for climber in dramatic rescue
A teenage climber has escaped uninjured after he was caught in a precarious position on a rock face in the Darling Downs.
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‘Sky as a canvas’: Pilot’s festive message goes viral
A Darling Downs pilot has taken the unconventional method of sending everyone a sky high Christmas card, and it’s taken off across the world.
Man injured after Christmas hay bale incident
A Christmas night hay baling incident south of Toowoomba has left one man injured.
Beyond ‘safe limits’: Dire prison warning as mega jail misses target
A new mega jail in Queensland’s southeast has been hit with massive delays and a quarter-billion dollar budget blowout, as the state’s prison population is stretched to the limit.
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Captured: Wholesome moments at the 2024 Fairholme Spring Fair
From gourmet food vendors, slip n slides to petting zoos and an exclusive fashion parade, there was something for everyone at the 2024 Fairholme Spring Fair. See photos from Saturday’s event here.
Stones, gems and fossils: Collectors unite for unique event
The unique world of fossicking and lapidary was on full display over the weekend, sending droves of collectors to the region for the annual event. See the display here.
Gallery: Business Excellence Awards showcase region’s best
The diverse faces helping Toowoomba’s economy thrive were recognised for their excellence, resilience and achievement on Saturday evening. See the photos and list of winners here.
‘More than a meal’: 30-year legacy crying out for support
A valiant Toowoomba essential social support services has united the community for its annual Hike for Homeless fundraiser for almost a decade, at a time when it’s needed more than ever. See the event photo gallery here.
Prost! Festival of culture raises funds for vital cause
A private Toowoomba school with a rich German heritage held its second celebration of the culture, raising funds for a vital cause. See photos from the event here.
Your ultimate guide to every gun club in Queensland
A new public shooting gallery catering to unlicensed shooters as young as 11 has opened as firearm sports experience a surge in popularity. See our exclusive list of all gun clubs in Queensland.
Zen-erous 24-hour yoga extravaganza creates mindful movement
Turn your Downward Dog into a Sun Salutation at Toowoomba’s first 24-hour yoga marathon to support regional mental health.
‘Please do not’: Verdict delivered on $300k museum plan
Residents have delivered their thoughts on Toowoomba Regional Council’s art museum proposal, after the contractor tasked with forming the business case was selected.
‘I’m so sorry’: New country music festival cancelled three days out from launch
The organiser of a new country music festival in the Toowoomba region has cancelled the event, blaming poor ticket sales on competition from a free, three day festival organised by the Gold Coast Council.
‘Web of relationships’: Toowoomba teens write their own script
In an entirely original script inspired from the story of Romeo and Juliet, a group of teens at drama camp navigate their way through a web of relationships. Catch their performance this weekend.
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