‘Disgrace’: Why new servo will cost extra $1m after council battle
A controversial service station west of Toowoomba will cost an extra $1m to build according to the developer, after he won his appeal against the council’s decision in court.
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Future of historical site unclear after $4.71m council black hole
One of the region’s most famous historical and heritage sites has been a financial black hole for years. Now a new report has revealed what should happen moving forward.
Look inside: Ambitious plan for iconic Toowoomba CBD hotel
The owner of one of Toowoomba’s most famous pubs has unveiled plans to create an ambitious space on the top floor of the venue. Check out the designs here:
Revealed: Ex-city pub set to be transformed with major expansion
An ambitious plan to further transform a heritage-listed ex-CBD pub into a contemporary office space has been put forward by its owners. Check out the designs here:
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Developer submits plans to subdivide Cranley block
It’s one of the last remaining open blocks of land in Cranley, next to the future site of the new Toowoomba Hospital, and now a developer has resubmitted plans to transform it into a housing estate.
Revealed: Future of iconic saleyards under review
Council will join together to decide the fate of an iconic saleyards facility south of Toowoomba, which is ageing and not adapting to modern times and technology, according to the mayor.
Plans lodged to redevelop longstanding service station
IT’S a familiar sight to travellers as they head along the Warrego Hwy to the west of Toowoomba, and now the owner has lodged plans to redevelop the site.
Mattress processing trial to divert 3000 items from landfill
The Toowoomba Regional Council has an ambitious plan to divert old mattresses away from landfill. Here’s how it will work.
City festival planner to lead ‘event bootcamp’ south of Toowoomba
The region’s top festival organisers will be leading a seminar on how to revamp and revitalise local events that have been cancelled this year. HERE’S HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
East Toowoomba unit development withdrawn by proponent
It was first proposed in April 2019 in a quiet East Toowoomba street, but more than a year on, the proponent has withdrawn plans for a multi-unit development.
Why development applications are increasing rapidly south of Toowoomba
A region near Toowoomba reportedly had their best quarter for planning and development during the peak of COVID-19 thanks to a new council initiative.
REVEALED: Council’s list of issues for State Govt ahead of election
A local council has called upon the State Government to rectify a series of issues in the region, including travel avenues between the metropolitan cities and the regions.
Lime farmers plan to use excess groundwater on kombucha
A pair of lime farmers who applied with the Toowoomba Regional Council to extract groundwater from a bore will use excess amounts to create kombucha.
Mayor says council sent ‘strong message’ over DHA site
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio is happy for the council to start discussions again with Defence Housing Australia over a potential housing estate at Mount Lofty, but made clear his personal feelings clear on the future of the old rifle range.
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