GALLERY: Huge crowd turns out for thrilling Downs Rugby finals
A huge crowd gathered at Clive Berghofer Stadium for the finals of the Downs Rugby 2024 competition. See the support shown to the teams in our photos here.
A huge crowd gathered at Clive Berghofer Stadium for the finals of the Downs Rugby 2024 competition. See the support shown to the teams in our photos here.
Kids who have to spend the much-loved Book Week in hospital won’t miss out this year, as Toowoomba Hospital’s pediatric ward comes alive with costumes and book giveaways.
Queensland Fire Department personnel are working to contain a fire that has taken hold in vegetation west of Oakey.
Magical characters straight out of the pages of books came to life as St Francis de Sales hosted the combined Book Week activities for the Clifton district. See all the colour and imagination in our photos here.
UniSQ’s Open Day combined with science week this year in an effort to bring curious minds and families together to explore the university. See our gallery of photos here.
India is home to more than 100 languages, 700 distinct tribes, and every major religion, but they all came together to honour the sacrifices made to win independence from the British Empire in 1947.
Over the past 14 years It’s a Bloke Thing has garnered a reputation for delivering world class entertainment, and the 2024 edition did not disappoint.
Toowoomba’s multiculturalism and diversity was in the spotlight at Multicultural Australia’s Luminous In The Regions event on Saturday night. Photo gallery here:
An Aussie man has opened up on his ‘R2D2’ moment and why everything soon changed for the better.
With a passion for regional and emergency medicine, Toowoomba local Dr Sarah Ayles is taking her career to the skies. Meet her here.
A pathogen with potentially devastating consequences has been found in Toowoomba’s most famous park, just weeks before the city opens its gardens to visitors.
Two paramedics have spoken of the day they attempted to save Senior Constable Brett Forte’s life under live gunfire. Despite their bravery, their actions came at a cost.
In a remarkable display of resilience, a Toowoomba motorbike rider has shared the details of his terrifying crash, and why he can’t wait to get back in the saddle.
The female contributions of Toowoomba Tigers AFC were recognised and celebrated at a special ladies day function. See the photos here.
Severe and life-threatening cases have flooded Toowoomba’s emergency department as the region braces for a flu spike, with an alarming increase of children under 5 presenting to hospitals around the state.
Toowoomba’s everyday heroes got a chance to kick back in style at the emergency services race day at Clifford Park. Check out our gallery here:
It’s a historical moment for one of Toowoomba’s biggest high schools, as staff and students prepare to stage one of the most iconic musicals ever written.
The sight of dead koalas on the side of a busy Queensland highway has prompted calls for more to be done to save our iconic Australian wildlife. WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES.
A baby, born with a blocked food pipe, can now develop his feeding skills and associate a full mouth with a full stomach thanks to a new breastfeeding technique. Find out how this miracle bub got two chins.
A Queensland man has cheated death for a third time after a pair of nursing students saved his life when he had a massive heart attack inside a golf club. Listen to the incredible triple-0 call here:
Ever heard of a ‘stroad’? It’s what planning experts say one major Toowoomba thoroughfare has transformed into, and the reason it is the location of so many shocking crashes.
Lovers of old world travel can book tickets on this unique steam rail ride across the Darling Downs and Maranoa regions.
In a huge boost for affordable housing in a small town, a community group says it will start work on a major development to support aged and disability residents.
Cancer patients will benefit from the Garden City’s generosity as the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation aims to reach a $1m in funds raised by next year.
This is what happens to your body and mind from just one week of sleeping rough on the streets.
With more than 1400 people currently waiting for social housing in Toowoomba, construction has started on a new $17m CBD project that hopes to ease the pressure.
It’s painted differently, has a reduced speed limit and features new road rules – here’s how Queensland’s first ‘active transport street’ will work and why cyclists are hoping to build on it:
Toowoomba philanthropist and businessman Clive Armitage has been farewelled in a large service at St Luke’s Anglican Church, as the true extent of his generosity to charities and other causes has been revealed.
Three people have been left with minor injuries after a chemical spill at a well-known business in Toowoomba. Details:
In close competition between the marketing gurus of the town, a winner has emerged. Here are Toowoomba’s top three marketing agencies.
In a city of 100 churches with its own history of fundamentalists beliefs, a cult survivor is a guest speaker at a church which itself has been accused of being “cultish”.
A Sunshine Coast mother has reflected on the moment she knew she lost her daughter, soon after losing her husband a similar way, and how her teen saved multiple lives after her death.
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.
Cameron Fetter, who has been blind since birth, was literally full of song after he and his housemates secured accommodation that suits their needs. Watch the touching video here:
A Toowoomba court heard two separate matters of men facing time after driving multiple times on a disqualified licence.
Emergency crews have witnessed a state of bedlam on our regions roads, following a series of crashes including two fatal incidents. See the latest here.
One of Toowoomba’s most celebrated philanthropists will be laid to rest next week, as family and friends reflect on the life and legacy of Clive Armitage.
One woman has travelled more than 300km to explore the bright yellow fields of Ten Chain Farm, fulfilling a childhood dream. See the photo gallery from the event here.
The sudden passing of Toowoomba property developer and entrepreneur Clive Armitage has left friends and family heartbroken as community leaders pay tribute to a man “whose legacy will continue to inspire”.
Toowoomba’s own Clive Berghofer has yet another honour to add to his name after he received high praise at the 2024 Queensland Philanthropy Awards.
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.
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.
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:
A community of nearly 5000 former refugees living in Toowoomba with complex issues and needs has been boosted by a $1.45m government funding package for the city’s main support service.
Gary Gardner says he didn’t join the Toowoomba Regional Council ‘for the money’ and he’s proving it by pledging to donate his entire salary four the full term to local charities.
The Toowoomba Clinic’s dire financial position has been revealed with administrators alleged the private hospital was trading insolvent for more than three years.
The Toowoomba business community has raised more than $85,000 for the Toowoomba Hospice at an annual fundraising event. See the photos from the Hang Ya Boss Out To Dry here.
A Toowoomba business owner has been globally recognised for her work in sustainability, winning third place in an international competition presented by the Duchess of York.
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.
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:
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