New clinic to ease pressure on emergency department
A free urgent care clinic catering to serious but not life-threatening injuries has opened in Toowoomba and it is hoped it will take some of the burden off our overcrowded emergency departments.
A free urgent care clinic catering to serious but not life-threatening injuries has opened in Toowoomba and it is hoped it will take some of the burden off our overcrowded emergency departments.
Toowoomba Bears Rugby Club have rallied behind Protea Place in a bid to help reduce domestic violence. Check out our gallery from their annual Ladies Day fundraiser here.
A longstanding Toowoomba food bank and hamper service says it is on the brink of closure, a prospect that could affect thousands of struggling families.
A Darling Downs NAIDOC award-winner has opened up on the challenges of living with a disability and finding art as a way to overcome adversity. Read her inspiring story.
Toowoomba’s First Nations’ community has shown pride of place at this year’s NAIDOC week, despite less than a year after the region recorded some of the highest no votes in Australia in the 2023 Voice Referendum.
A Dalby prostate cancer survivor is encouraging men to get regular check-ups, after a simple blood test saved his life. Find out more about Tony McIlveen’s journey.
A vulnerable women’s service is heading towards financial crisis, calling on the Darling Downs community for support and for the state government to provide vital funding. DETAILS.
A Darling Downs business has responded swiftly after finding itself in the fire ant biosecurity zone. It comes as fears the spread of fire ants could be further afield than expected.
Emergency services have responded to a two-vehicle prang at a busy Toowoomba intersection during peak afternoon traffic.
Toowoomba Together is preparing for its annual Community Recognition Evening where it will honour businesses, community groups and individuals working to reduce family violence and support survivors.
A Toowoomba resident said he thought he ‘was going mad’ this weekend after a year-old husky turned up at his doorstep and his only option was to ‘release him’ after being told the pound was full.
In the lead up to NAIDOC week, the Empire Theatre has revealed a newly commissioned digital artwork by Waka Wakka artist Adrian Bauwens. Find out what the story behind the artwork is.
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:
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:
Enduring strength, unapologetic celebration of Indigenous identity and empowerment in heritage is what the NAIDOC 2024 theme ‘Keep the fire burning! Blak, loud and proud’ is all about. Find out how Toowoomba is celebrating the week:
Darling Downs hospital workers have spoken out after a survey revealed eight out of 10 hospital staff have experienced workplace violence. Here’s what they have to say:
As cars burn your hard-earnt income, here’s a simple way for South East Queensland motorists to save up to $25 at the pump, equating to possibly more than $1300 in yearly savings. Read our top tips here.
As Jetstar moves in on some of Bonza’s previous routes, the future of the void left by the low-cost carrier from Wellcamp Toowoomba remains in limbo.
A mother has called on a Queensland hotel to “be more human” after her teen daughter, who has autism and an intellectual disability, was left distraught when they refused to serve her a kid’s meal because she wasn’t under 12.
Opposition leader David Crisafulli said the Garden City deserves world-class health facilities in the form of an expanded proposed hospital – but avoided to say his government would fund it.
Just weeks after the world’s rarest parrot was discovered in Toowoomba, an even rarer feathered creature has been spotted north of the city — and it’s causing a stir in the birdwatching community.
The sudden and heartbreaking announcement a newly-established women’s refuge would close its doors to the Southern Downs has been met with disappointment and a community advocacy group calling for answers. DETAILS.
One UniSQ graduate is on a mission to help farmers across the world with the help of Darling Downs agriculturists. See his story and all the photos taken at the event here.
A not-so-surprise wedding proposal headlined the massive opening weekend of Warraba Sunflowers’ winter crop. Check out the gallery of photos here:
Toowoomba painters have helped set an unofficial world record for the largest paint and sip event, raising more than $30,000 for a vital mental health service. OUR GALLERY HERE:
Artists and photographers collected more than $15,000 in prize money in Fairholme College’s most lucrative art exhibition to date. Check out our gallery here:
Two Fairholme College art students share their excitement over the school’s annual art exhibition.
Organisers of the popular Goombungee Jacaranda Day festival, which was cancelled suddenly last year, are celebrating after a $20,000 donation from a mining giant revived the event.
Supporting and guiding Toowoomba women and men through the difficult process of a breast cancer diagnosis was the ‘dream job’ Mary Kelsey was waiting for. Meet the city’s first McGrath Foundation breast care nurse.
A Toowoomba barista is taking on the fast-paced coffee gurus in Melbourne in an attempt to become Australia’s richest barista.
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.
A man has been injured after a motorcycle and car collided during peak hour traffic in Toowoomba City on Wednesday morning.
A Darling Downs girl has made the final three with Farmer Bert, but can she open his heart up? Read the latest from Farmer Wants a Wife here.
The return of the Toowoomba Marathon was particularly special for one Garden City running family. Here’s why.
With Queensland’s first publicly-funded home births due within months, the midwifery sector has backed a rollout in Toowoomba and the Darling Downs. Here’s when we could see it.
Toowoomba’s CBD was flooded with dedicated union members steadfast in fighting for the rights of workers as they marched ahead of Labour Day. Photos here.
A first in five years, the huge success of the Toowoomba Marathon sees local tourism and hospitality operators exceed booking capacities. See the full list of winners from the event here.
A new exhibit at this year’s Autumn Rose Show paid off in spades for a novice grower who was crowned grand champion. See the winning bloom here.
The region is on high alert after the amount of whooping cough (pertussis) cases doubled, a month after multiple letters warning of the respiratory illness were sent out to schools, daycares and education centres.
A quadriplegic Toowoomba man is hoping a new and transformative accessibility feature will make life easier for others living with a disability. Here’s why.
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.
Invasive fire ants have been detected the furthest west than ever before putting the region on red alert. Here’s why these ants are dangerous, and what to do if you find some.
Hundreds of Toowoomba residents marched alongside the rest of the nation to draw vital attention to the gender violence crisis in the community and broader Australia.
A Toowoomba entrepreneur is off to London this month after being selected as a finalist for two global awards, recognising her work in sustainability and regional and rural impact. Find out why it’s important to her.
What makes a lawn a cut above the rest? These nine lawnlords say hard work, regular mowing, and plenty of supplements. Cast your vote to crown the best:
Transport and Main Roads has responded after a speed drop along a busy main street in Toowoomba incited online anger in motorists and commuters. Here’s what they had to say.
The gala event has cemented its place as one of our city’s premier events, attracting big names and big dollars all in the service of men’s health.
The Showcasing Pittsworth and Surrounds event shines a light on the regional town, welcoming tourists with garden tours, markets, art and craft and live music. See the photos here.
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.
Thousands have paid respect to the soldiers who gave their lives in the service of their country at the Dawn Service in Toowoomba. See all the photos here.
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