Council taken to court over Toowoomba company’s expansion
A Toowoomba business’ proposal to expand its operations has ended up in court, nearly a year after it was first lodged with the council.
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‘Dumb, gormless’: What colleagues thought of deputy mayor’s Blush Ball comments
Deputy mayor Geoff McDonald found himself at the centre of one of the most controversial moments of Toowoomba in 2022. Now his colleagues have passed judgment on his behaviour, after being required to by a state government body.
Large units overlooking Toowoomba escarpment get green light
More units have been planned for the Toowoomba escarpment, after a new project got approval from council. And it’s not the only development trying to secure incredible views.
Revealed: New Melbourne company plans to open at Plainland
One of southeast Queensland’s fastest-growing communities is seeing even more attention from businesses, with a Victorian retailer planning a new store.
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When first lots could be available in city’s newest suburb
The Toowoomba Regional Council has approved the first step of a 1000-lot subdivision that has been described as the city’s newest suburb. And the first lots might be available soon than you think.
Arts forum to aims to drive regions’ cultural and economic growth
The role of arts in regional communities will be examined at a special forum taking place in the Bunya Mountains.
Committee created to tackle aged care crisis in region
A committee has been called to stand to resolve the problems facing the elderly community in the small town of Inglewood after their only aged care facility closed its doors abruptly.
Witnesses to alleged councillor misconduct decide not to take part in investigation
After five months, the councillor conduct watchdog has dismissed a complaint against an “unknown” Toowoomba Regional Council councillor.
Councillor engaged in ‘inappropriate conduct’ over email
A Toowoomba councillor will have to complete training and counselling, after her colleagues voted she had engaged in “inappropriate conduct” involving an email to a staff member.
Report reveals the four industries creating jobs in Toowoomba
A new strategy report into future job opportunities and challenges across Toowoomba has pointed to four key industries that have been most responsible for driving workforce growth.
Council to explore incentives to encourage shop top living
The Toowoomba Regional Council will consider incentives like general rates waivers to further promote the idea of turning vacant office space into CBD apartments.
Council reveals current spend of $50m COVID-19 stimulus fund
The Toowoomba Regional Council has been updated on the current expenditure of its $50 million pandemic response stimulus program, which was announced in last year’s budget.
Plan for new Toowoomba ‘suburb’ faces council vote
The future of a 1000-lot masterplanned community north of Toowoomba will be decided at a special council meeting this week.
Council joins small business charter after heated debate
The Toowoomba Regional Council has become one of the first local governments in Queensland to sign a new small business-friendly charter, following a heated debate.
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