New classrooms, labs: What city school has planned in expansion
Joining a long list of Toowoomba schools looking to grow, a longstanding city institution has put forward plans for a significant expansion.
Council
‘Over-regulated’: Fierce debate over deadly $74m intersection change
HAVE YOUR SAY: Council will continue its plan to phase out an action at intersections, which it says has killed people and caused $74m in damages. Vote in our poll.
Toowoomba to light up in support of Turkey and Syria after earthquake tragedy
Landmarks across the Toowoomba CBD will light up this week to commemorate the thousands killed in a devastating earthquake, as the Red Cross launches a special service to reunite families.
5500m above sea level: Councillor joins $110k Everest hike fundraiser
Hiking to the base camp of the world’s tallest peak is not for the faint of heart, but one Toowoomba councillor is taking on the challenge to raise money for a local charity.
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Councils share in $4.2 million funding for job creating projects
More than $4 million has been allocated to regional councils to improve liveability and create jobs. Here’s where the funding is going.
Council increases sponsorship to ‘iconic’ Toowoomba festival
The Toowoomba Regional Council will give even more funding to one of the region’s most popular festivals.
Mayor urges developers to push forward amid ‘housing crisis’
The rate at which houses are selling in Toowoomba has prompted Mayor Paul Antonio to call the situation a “crisis”, urging developers to push forward with more land releases.
Small town to get $6m new pool despite council spat
The Toowoomba Regional Council has approved a $6m pool for a regional town, but not before councillors had a heated discussion over how many lanes it should have.
How many jobs will be created by new $5m McDonald’s restaurant
Further details have been revealed about the upcoming new McDonald’s restaurant in Toowoomba.
Council issues road safety warning after several near misses
A series of near misses between motorists and pedestrians in Toowoomba has prompted the council to launch a plea for better road safety.
Mayor launches campaign to find new home for ‘unique’ knitted flag
A massive 10kg knitted Australian flag, created by hundreds of Darling Downs schoolchildren, has been locked away from the public in council offices. Now the Mayor wants to find a new home for it.
‘Gap in market’: Developer reveals how new Macca’s will be built
McDonald’s has proposed a new restaurant in Toowoomba, and the developer who owns the land believes it will fill a big gap in the fast food market.
Council staff survey reveals bullying, sexual harassment claims
An internal survey of Toowoomba Regional Council has revealed numerous claims of sexual harassment and bullying within the organisation.
City school applies to demolish, refurbish parts of campus
This Toowoomba primary school has big plans for the future. Check out what’s in store here:
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