‘Untenable’: New fast food outlet approved despite opposition
A controversial fast-food outlet has been given the green light, despite opposition from neighbouring residents who called the concept “untenable”. Find out why it was approved here:
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Public CBD mural to be demolished as council expands city parking
A building in the Toowoomba CBD sporting one of the city’s biggest murals by an acclaimed Sydney artist looks set to be demolished. Find out what is replacing it here:
Our $11.74bn economy: Region’s surprise growth industry revealed
New economic data has revealed just how well the Toowoomba region has recovered from the Covid-19 pandemic, and it has also tracked the growth of one particular industry.
A million trees in five years: Councillor’s bold planting plan
Council will explore drastically ramping up its tree-planting with the help of the community, after a councillor’s controversial motion got enough support.
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Seven development applications that faced council this week
BEING the assessor for the development industry is a big part of the Toowoomba Regional Council’s roles and responsibilities.
New bed and breakfast created from old school building
THE Toowoomba Regional Council has approved a plan to turn an old school building into a bed and breakfast and community space.
Grain storage facility proposes massive expansion
A GRAIN storage facility southwest of Toowoomba has put forward plans for a big expansion with the council.
Childcare centre for 140 kids in growth area approved
A CHILDCARE centre catering for up to 140 pupils and employing more than 20 people has been approved by the Toowoomba Regional Council.
Council lays out plans for new library in growth area
THE development of a new regional library has taken an important step, with the council submitting plans to its own planning department.
Council questions need for new Toowoomba school
OFFICERS at the Toowoomba Regional Council have seriously questioned the need for a proposed school in a growing area just outside the city.
Waste facilities beautified thanks to garden competition
TOOWOOMBA Regional Council’s waste facilities have been celebrating the season with an annual garden competition.
New disability residential units coming to Toowoomba
A RESIDENTIAL care facility for people with disabilities has been approved by the Toowoomba Regional Council.
Council wants feedback on key regional waste strategy
THE Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking feedback on its waste management strategy, with the submissions period now open.
‘Lost for words’: Councillors in fight over new group
A COUNCILLOR has slammed some of her colleagues during a tense stand-off over the rules of entry for a new environmental advisory group.
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