Qld mum allegedly strangled in ‘murderous rage’ before husband staged mower crash
A Queensland mother who was allegedly strangled by her husband in a “murderous rage” felt scared a year before she was found dead next to a lawnmower at their home.
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‘Ready and open’: How to support Outback Qld towns after devastating floods
Residents are being urged to support outback towns by holidaying in western Qld to inject much-needed funds into the local economy. Here’s what’s on — and the cheap way to get out there:
Two Toowoomba bus drivers named the best in the state
Queensland’s best bus drivers have been named and two of them hail from Toowoomba. Find out how these drivers have stolen the hearts of their passengers:
Teen injured after hitting metal post in motorbike crash
A teenage boy has been flown to hospital in Brisbane after a motorcycle crash on a property west of Toowoomba.
A quarter of youth crims escape ‘Adult Crime, Adult Time’ penalties
One in four youth criminals who admit offences never face court due to police releasing them with a “caution”, a process sparking unrest among the ranks and a Gold Coast criminologist.
REVEALED: Order of Groom ballot ahead of election day
The ballot positions have been cast ahead of the federal election with a female Groom candidate taking out the top spot. See who placed where.
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.
Blown out to nearly $2bn: Latest casualty as hospital report laid bare
A much-anticipated review into the state’s hospital expansion program has delivered its first bitter pill with another billion-dollar blowout.
Man killed in tractor rollover on Darling Downs property
A man has been killed in a tractor rollover on his Darling Downs property, with police investigating the cause of the incident.
Funerals this week
Funerals for Gary William Barnett, Barry Francis Hynes and Donald James “Don” Macdonald will be held in in Toowoomba this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Today’s death notices
The deaths of David Norman Kirstenfeldt, Elva Clara (Nee Sturdy) Reynolds and Barry Francis Hynes have been announced in the Toowoomba Chronicle’s My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
Everybody appearing at Toowoomba Magistrates Court, Monday, April 14
Here is a list of matters listed at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Monday.
District Court sittings at Toowoomba, April 14
Here is a list of District Court sittings at Toowoomba on April 14
More Toowoomba News
‘Soul of the carnival’: Council pledges $54k towards beloved garden comp
Toowoomba’s beloved Chronicle Garden Competition has received a welcomed boost from the council, which has bumped up its sponsorship.
‘Bridal showroom in your home’: How regional brides can save thousands on dress fittings
An innovative retail service is saving regional brides thousands while giving them a showroom experience in the comfort of their own home. Here’s how.
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.
Australian Border Force raids Toowoomba business
Australian Border Force agents have swooped in on a Toowoomba business as part of an “operation”. Here’s what we know so far.
Police, security swarm after alleged Grand Central assault
Witnesses have described seeing two young girls raining blows on an older woman, moments before police and security swarmed on the popular shopping centre.
City firm nabs new carnival events as Food and Wine mystery continues
Two new events are coming to this year’s Carnival of Flowers — and they will be run by a city company. But the council has yet to shed light on the future of a beleaguered attraction:
Watch: Police dog injured while chasing alleged motorbike thief
Police allege the suspect fled on foot when he saw them coming, leaping onto a roof and over fences, but it was all for nothing.
Key questions in Bondi killer probe
The possibility that killer Joel Cauchi targeted specific groups or individuals will be probed in a five-week inquest into the Bondi attack.
‘Typical government bulls–t’: Community responds to $5 note design
People have shared their opinions about the major change to the face of the Australian $5 note, and opinions are divided on who should be included. Here’s what you had to say about the change.
No conviction for boy who bashed teen over pair of shoes
The boy and two of his mates mercilessly bashed another teen in front of a busy shopping centre with a piece of a Christmas statue, all over a pair of shoes.
‘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.
‘Savagery’: Tickets on sale for St Mary’s Lord of the Flies production
Rehearsals for this cautionary tale of social collapse have been rigorous, with regular gym sessions and stage combat training.
Revealed: Job cuts, major restructure slated for UniSQ
Staff at the University of Southern Queensland have been told there will be job losses numbering into the hundreds, as well as a restructure of the organisation. DETAILS.
Sadistic brute forces young son to watch as he holds axe to mother’s throat
A father subjected his young children and their mother, the woman he was meant to love, to years of barbaric abuse – he tried to claim it was a product of their relationship. WARNING: distressing content.
Popular Toowoomba retailer to close it doors
It is understood there is a process under way find new jobs for the staff.
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.
‘Politically motivated, divisive act’: RBA under fire over change to $5 note
A major change is coming to the face of an Australian currency and it’s caused a nationwide stir. Here’s why.
Suzi Quatro: Rock and roll icon to play Toowoomba in exclusive tour
One of rock and roll’s pioneering frontwomen will play Toowoomba’s Empire Theatre this year as part of an exclusive Australian tour.
Watch: The shocking video vegan protesters want you to see
Vegan protesters broke into a regional Queensland, family-owned abattoir and hid cameras above the kill floor. The footage they captured has led to an investigation by state regulators. WARNING: Graphic content.
What happened to Traie? Coroner investigating disappearance of Darling Downs woman
The family of a Darling Downs woman has been left to wonder what happened to their loved one, who was last seen at a service station three years ago. Here’s the latest.
Exposed: Workers inside $1.3bn hospital project reveal massive delay fears
Workers on the new Toowoomba Hospital construction site say the project could be delayed by years if the state government does not release more funding.
Top city charity CEO quits after decade of fundraising booms
The woman who helped transform the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation into a fundraising powerhouse has called it quits after nearly a decade in the role.
Man claims embarrassment punishment enough for lewd act
Standing up in court, a Toowoomba retiree has claimed he suffered enough after he was questioned for an ‘embarrassing’ act in a public park.
‘65 too many’: Police plead with drivers planning their Easter trip
The past week has seen multiple serious crashes in our region and police fear the extra traffic on our road over Easter will heighten the risk of tragedy.
Police on the hunt for Lockyer Valley sheep stealer
Police are searching for the people responsible for rustling more than a dozen stud-quality sheep from a rural property.
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