CouncilAfter Geoff McDonald was appointed mayor by his colleagues last week, tensions are again set to rise at an upcoming meeting which will determine the new deputy mayor, with several councillors suggesting they may put their hands up for the role.
CouncilToowoomba Regional Council will soon be on the hunt to appoint a new councillor following the resignation of Paul Antonio. Now we want to hear from you – who should it be?
UpdatedCouncilToowoomba councillors have selected a new mayor on Friday afternoon, following a seething speech from one of the nominees around gender equality.
CouncilA Toowoomba councillor has been investigated over comments she levelled about the CEO, accusing him of failing to intervene during an alleged pen-throwing incident.
CouncilToowoomba could soon have formal ties with a community in Ukraine, in one of Paul Antonio’s final moves before he retires as mayor on July 21.
CouncilToowoomba’s mayor has chaired his last council meeting after more than 40 years of service in local government, with attention now turning to the race to succeed him. DETAILS HERE.
DevelopmentA prominent Toowoomba dentist, who owns several clinics across the southeast, is planning to grow even more with a new centre on a major intersection.
CouncilThe clean-out of the council’s most polarising department under its new general manager has continued, with a “well-respected” officer departing. And it could impact the delivery of a project that could blow its budget by up to $4m.
Community NewsToowoomba’s Kevin Howarth has one of the loudest voices in Australia, and now he’s conquered a town crier award that has eluded him for years.
EducationToowoomba’s university leaders have joined the chorus of tributes for outgoing mayor Paul Antonio, sharing words on his contributions to education.
EducationA top-performing Toowoomba private school has revealed plans for a total revamp of its operations over the next 15 years, which will see it consolidate all campuses in one place.
What's OnA major lighting and sound experience will fill Toowoomba’s premier botanic gardens next year, in an installation that its creators say could deliver millions in tourism dollars.
InteractiveEarly EducationToowoomba and the Lockyer Valley are fast-growing regions in Queensland, with families flooding in and creating massive demand for childcare. SEE OUR INTERACTIVE MAP HERE:
CouncilThe race to replace outgoing Toowoomba mayor Paul Antonio has already begun, with two councillors saying they would accept nominations from colleagues if they were put forward. Details here:
DevelopmentAnother childcare centre could be coming to Toowoomba, with a prominent city church putting forward plans for one on its campus. And the redevelopments don’t end there.
CouncilExclusive: Just a day after announcing his retirement, outgoing Toowoomba mayor Paul Antonio has delved into both the highs and lows of four decades in local government.
UPDATEDToowoombaFlanked by ‘very good friends’, Paul Antonio has announced he will step down as Toowoomba region mayor within weeks. However, he has only hinted the reason for his resignation, several months before the end of the term. READ THE TRIBUTES
BusinessHe was once one of Toowoomba’s ‘McDonald’s Kings’ – now developer and former fast food guru Keith Beer is bringing a new international franchise to the Garden City.
CouncilIn the wake of the bombshell announcement that Toowoomba mayor Paul Antonio will retire, find out how the Garden City’s next mayor will be decided. DETAILS HERE.
Community NewsOne of the world’s largest religions, which is practised by hundreds of residents, will look to build its first temple in Toowoomba. See the plans here:
BusinessThe man who will open Toowoomba’s 10th McDonald’s restaurant has revealed how long it has taken to get the new location off the ground. Here’s when it will open.
DevelopmentThe new owner of a long-standing Toowoomba CBD pub will completely revamp the venue, with a new name also in the mix. Check out the proposed designs here:
CouncilAs of today it has become more expensive to park in the Toowoomba CBD. Here is what it will cost you.
CouncilDespite receiving $100,000 ‘in-principle’ sponsorship from Toowoomba Regional Council, organisers behind a proposed 10-day event say the Garden City’s newest festival is no sure thing. DETAILS HERE.
CouncilToowoomba won’t have a sustainable water source using existing supplies by 2071 if the region suffers from climate change or very high population growth. Read the figures here: