Could this federal candidate save ratepayers $120 a year?
As the federal election looms, an independent candidate claims she’s got a plan to negotiate funding for a costly dam upgrade.
Council
Similar-sized councils built splash parks, but mayor says it would cost too much
The mayor of Australia’s largest inland city without a splash park has hosed down the idea of building one, saying it would cost ratepayers too much. Here’s how neighbouring regional councils got their splash parks.
Big boost for ‘world class’ mountain bike project in $32m funding deal
New life has been breathed into a troubled mountain bike project in southeast Queensland as part of a massive $32m funding deal between all three tiers of government.
Feedlots, $65m town centres: Major projects now open for feedback
The plans for two developments that would transform the Toowoomba region are now open to feedback from the public. Here’s how to have your say:
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‘Stacks up on all fronts’: United push to bring Olympic event to Toowoomba
The city that has produced equestrian Olympic medallists like Christopher Burton has united behind a push to host all horse events at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.
Toowoomba council searches for new CEO as Brian Pidgeon remains on leave
Following months of questions and building pressure, Toowoomba council is actively searching for a new chief executive as the current chief executive Brian Pidgeon remains on leave after several months.
New water treatment plant to unlock tens of thousands of new homes
Some 33,000 lots will soon be unlocked in an area of Toowoomba region set for major growth after the announcement of a new water treatment plant.
‘Preposterous’: Deputy mayor fires up as new landclearing powers killed
New measures to try to protect “environmentally significant” areas of the Toowoomba region have been put on hold after a fiery council debate.
‘Poorly-thought out’: Backlash over council’s new landclearing move
Unlawful vegetation clearing in areas of “ecological significance” could lead to fines for developers and landowners, as part of a move by council that has been slammed as “rushed”.
‘Horrendous’: City’s motorists decry extent of council parking fines
As Toowoomba Regional Council reviews its CBD parking strategy, commuters, shoppers and business owners have expressed their views on the issue.
Business owner’s desperate measure to save customers from parking fines
Toowoomba CBD business owners have revealed the extraordinary lengths they’ve gone to, to ensure their customers avoid a punishing parking fine.
Massive subdivision returns to council with new approach
After spending nearly eight years in development hell, a proposal for a massive housing estate just outside Toowoomba has been resurrected by its proponents.
Campaign builds to restore graves after $500k vandalism
Community members from all backgrounds are banding together with one key purpose – to repair the $500,000 in damage vandals caused to more than 100 headstones at a Toowoomba cemetery. Here’s how you can help.
How red shoes are making more than a fashion statement
In a heartbreaking display, red shoes will be set up body length apart in the Toowoomba CBD, each one representing the horrifying toll the domestic violence crisis is having on our community.
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