Why Heritage will build new seven-storey CBD head office
Heritage Bank and People’s Choice has identified where it will build its new head office in Toowoomba, and also why it couldn’t simply redevelop its current home.
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Bank starts construction on new $10m CBD branch
One of Australia’s biggest banks has started work on its new branch in the heart of the Toowoomba CBD, and also revealed in the local investment value.
Paul Antonio says he won’t run for mayor after this term
The 41-year local government veteran shut down rumours that his retirement is imminent but stopped short of saying he will see out the rest of his term to 2024.
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Small town’s water restrictions relaxed after strong rainfall
The Toowoomba Regional Council has lowered water restrictions for a small town in the region’s far west, following strong rainfall.
Villas for sale inside controversial escarpment housing estate
Homes are now for sale off the plan inside one of Toowoomba’s most controversial developments, more than a year after it was approved by the council.
Road worker fails to win job back as appeal goes off track
A former Toowoomba council employee has been rebuked by the Industrial Relations Commission for using a bid to win his job back to criticise his ex-colleagues.
Future of proposed quarantine hub at Wellcamp Airport looking bleak
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly says the Federal Government currently has ‘no plans’ to look at alternative facilities to hotel quarantine.
Health Minister responds to 8200 signature Wellcamp hub petition
Despite garnering 8200 signatures against the establishment of a COVID-19 quarantine hub at Wellcamp, the proposal is still on the cards, according to the State Government.
State support would add serious power to regional water vision
The Southern Queensland Inland and New South Wales Border Regional Water Alliance is seeking support from the State Government to help it progress plans for water security.
Audit report highlights concerns with council’s asset renewal spend
A Queensland Audit Office report tabled in parliament on Thursday has found Toowoomba Regional Council was not spending enough on asset renewal.
How region’s second-worst road blinded this horse
It’s been listed as the Toowoomba region’s second-worst road by condition, and residents living along it say it has absolutely earned its ranking.
Mayor confident in Olympic bid after meeting with AOC
Toowoomba is hoping to host events or teams at a successful Olympic Games bid in 2032, and it’s been boosted by a high-profile visit.
19 sporting clubs that received $310k in council funding
Several sporting and community groups have enjoyed a share in more than $310,000 in grant funding from the Toowoomba Regional Council. Check out the full list here.
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