Small town to lose worst water restrictions after $1m council investment
Residents of a small community saddled with the region’s highest water restrictions will get some relief after the council revealed a $1m project to connect them to town water.
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Toowoomba Hospital completion remains mystery as pressure mounts
Unions and local federal election candidates have heaped more pressure on David Janetzki and the LNP to fast-track the new Toowoomba Hospital, following revelations around delays to funding.
‘Very sad day’: Council exodus continues as popular bureaucrat departs
Just months after it lost high-performing public servant Dr Nikola Stepanov, the council has revealed her temporary replacement is also departing in a move bemoaned by city developers.
Revealed: Iconic Toowoomba pub to get new colours in $100k facelift
A 150-year-old pub in the Toowoomba CBD will enjoy a $100,000 facelift — including new colours — partially funded by ratepayers. Here’s a sneak peek.
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‘Feels fantastic’: Opening date set for new Officeworks, Starbucks
Toowoomba’s new home of Officeworks is opening soon, and the national tenant will be joined by a few more recognisable brands. Details here:
The ‘critical’ role $223m quarantine hub played in city’s Olympic dream
One of the most controversial projects in Toowoomba’s history reportedly played a key role in helping the city realise its Olympic dream — according to the man who owns it.
Why we got it: Inside the decision to host Olympics in Toowoomba
Toowoomba faced some stiff competition from the Gold Coast and Brisbane in its drive to get a piece of the Olympic pie. Now a prominent figure has revealed our key difference.
Homeowners to be slugged in wallet after land values spike 31%
Toowoomba property owners should brace for higher council rates and property taxes after a major spike in the region’s land values by – on average – 31%.
Equestrian dreams hang on with bated breath
In less than 48 hours plans for the 2032 Olympics and whether they include Toowoomba to host equestrian events will be released, leaving the community and organisers with bated breath.
Massive land parcel in heart of prized suburb flagged for 80+ homes
Toowoomba Regional Council has agreed to sell off a 2 hectare block of land in the middle of a popular Toowoomba suburb, which is estimated to be suitable for more than 80 dwellings.
‘Awesome idea’ or ‘pipe dream’? $450m steel mill project divides locals
Your say: Residents have had plenty of thoughts on a new plan to build Queensland’s first new steel mill in 30 years in Toowoomba.
‘Far and wide’: The nuclear map green activists want you to see
An Australian environmental activist group has released new mapping they say shows the risks nuclear energy could pose to some of the biggest population centres across the country, if a catastrophic event were to occur. SEE THE MAP
Nearly 1000 jobs: $450m Qld plan for ‘green’ steel mill revealed
Nearly 1000 jobs could be supported by a $450m plan to build Queensland’s first steel mill in three decades in a regional city. Here’s why its founders say the project stacks up:
‘Great opportunity’: Ratepayers foot $17k for industry conference
Council has unanimously voted to sponsor a key industry conference at the Empire Theatre this year for $17,000, with proponents arguing it could inject $1.6m into the local economy.
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