Revealed: When first Toowoomba leaders meeting will be held
A date has been set for the convergence of Toowoomba’s political leaders at what is set to be the first of quarterly meetings between three levels of government.
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Prolific shoplifter raked over the coals for ‘brazen’ behaviour
A young Chinchilla mum who was caught stealing suitcases full of clothes and thousands of dollars in stock has been chewed out by a magistrate in a Toowoomba courtroom.
Shock as family restaurant latest in national chain to close
The founder of an iconic restaurant chain has blamed cost-of-living for the closure this week of another regional outlet less than two years after it opened.
‘Family and belonging’: Cast of 80 ready to swing with Tarzan
A cast of more than 80 singing, dancing and acting students accompanied by an unstoppable production crew – this year’s Junior Toowoomba Choral Society’s musical production of Tarzan is set to transport audiences into another world.
Lockyer residents cop rate rise in council’s ‘significant’ $115m budget
Residents in the Lockyer Valley will see a huge investment in roads but cop a 3.9 per cent rate rise in the council’s debt-free 2024-25 budget. Details here.
No dogs allowed: Toowoomba pound risks overcrowding
A Toowoomba resident said he thought he ‘was going mad’ this weekend after a year-old husky turned up at his doorstep and his only option was to ‘release him’ after being told the pound was full.
Victims of non-violent crime eligible for state funds
In a first for Queensland, victims of nonviolent crime will be able to access a fund dedicated to counselling, a move welcomed by advocates who have been pushing for change for more than two years.
‘He made our lives better’: Aussie pilot dies fighting Canadian wildfires
Tributes are pouring in from both sides of the Pacific Ocean after a Queensland pilot and young father died when his helicopter crashed while fighting massive wildfires in Canada.
$11m in sales: Strong demand behind ‘incredible’ Toowoomba housing trend
Housing is so hot in Toowoomba, properties are selling before a for sale sign has gone in the ground. Here’s what is driving this ‘incredible’ trend and why it’s unlikely to slow down.
Today’s death notices
The deaths of Dennis Frank Scott, Royce Lindsay Arnold and William Joseph “Bill” Maguire have been announced in the Toowoomba Chronicle’s My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
Everybody appearing at Toowoomba Magistrates Court, Thursday, July 4
Here is a list of matters listed at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Thursday.
Funerals this week
Funerals for Oliver William Carter, Basil James Reedy and Gloria Fay Eaton will be held in in Toowoomba this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Everybody appearing at Toowoomba Magistrates Court, Wednesday, July 3
Here is a list of matters listed at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
More Toowoomba News
Timeline of turbulence: Inside Bonza’s downfall
Australia’s “bogan airline” has failed to truly take off since it was launched in January 2023. This is the timeline of chaos.
‘Dark hole’: Cop’s raid on topless waiter turns up drug stash
A young bartender has been sentenced after he was caught with an assortment of drugs including cocaine, cannabis and steroids.
‘Best in Australia’: Monster weekend set to thrill Garden City
With a motor that roars, fuel that burns, and wheels as tall as humans, the monster truck known as the ‘best in Australia’ is back in Toowoomba on a roll of destruction. Watch the video:
Named: Siblings charged with attempted murder after man shot in neck
A seven-month manhunt has come to close after police charged two people with attempted murder. Police will allege they were involved in an altercation that ended with a man shot on the neck.
’Upped the ante’: Hundreds pack out small town’s premier event
More than 1000 people have been drawn to Yarraman for the small town’s flagship event of the year — and organisers plan to make it bigger in 2025. Our photo gallery here:
‘Story drives the art’: Empire reveals Wakka Wakka artwork
In the lead up to NAIDOC week, the Empire Theatre has revealed a newly commissioned digital artwork by Waka Wakka artist Adrian Bauwens. Find out what the story behind the artwork is.
Stock Hotel fire attack accused to have his day in court
A man in custody who allegedly played a role in lighting a Toowoomba father on fire is headed for trial.
Historic homestead to become wedding venue despite opposition
A homestead west of Toowoomba dating back to the 1870s has been approved to become a luxury wedding venue, however the project did not come without opposition from neighbours.
Toowoomba NAIDOC week celebrations
Enduring strength, unapologetic celebration of Indigenous identity and empowerment in heritage is what the NAIDOC 2024 theme ‘Keep the fire burning! Blak, loud and proud’ is all about. Find out how Toowoomba is celebrating the week:
Temperatures set to drop as Antarctic air hits the Darling Downs
A warm spell of tropical air and rain is expected to make way for an Antarctic wind chill to welcome the mid-year in.
Private mental health hospital to be liquidated after $11m collapse
Lawyers representing one of the parties in the collapse of the Garden City’s only private mental health hospital has taken aim at ASIC after it aired allegations that the company was trading insolvent for more than three years.
Data reveals Qld hotspots for re-offending child sex offenders
Child sex offenders are amassing hundreds of additional charges for continuing to access social media, being near children and failing to report to police, with several areas marked as hotspots for re-offending pedophiles.
Photos 50+: Field of smiles at Warraba Sunflowers
See all the photos taken at the Warraba sunflower fields at Cambooya on Saturday, June 29, right here.
Beat the bowser: How to save $1000 a year on petrol
As cars burn your hard-earnt income, here’s a simple way for South East Queensland motorists to save up to $25 at the pump, equating to possibly more than $1300 in yearly savings. Read our top tips here.
Ongoing feud boils over, leading to costly road rage incident
An ongoing feud between two men reached breaking point when the pair engaged in a road rage incident on the New England Highway. DETAILS
What now for Bonza Wellcamp routes? Jetstar weighs in
As Jetstar moves in on some of Bonza’s previous routes, the future of the void left by the low-cost carrier from Wellcamp Toowoomba remains in limbo.
Single cause of ultralight crash that killed pilot revealed
A coroner has ruled the death of a 65-year-old pilot after his ultralight aircraft hit powerlines in regional Queensland was as a direct result of his own actions.
‘Blatant disregard’: Toowoomba magistrate slams DV offender
A man was issued a stark warning by a Toowoomba magistrate over his ‘childish’ act in contravening a protection order made against him. DETAILS.
‘Too old for kids nuggets and chips’: Autistic teen refused favourite meal
A mother has called on a Queensland hotel to “be more human” after her teen daughter, who has autism and an intellectual disability, was left distraught when they refused to serve her a kid’s meal because she wasn’t under 12.
‘What was promised’: Would-be premier addresses Toowoomba Hospital development
Opposition leader David Crisafulli said the Garden City deserves world-class health facilities in the form of an expanded proposed hospital – but avoided to say his government would fund it.
Teen avoids prison after wild police pursuit
A night in the watch-house was the closest a Toowoomba teenager came to spending time in prison after he was sentenced for a crime spree that ended in a police pursuit. DETAILS.
Developer’s new plans for turnkey $650k homes in $25m precinct
More than a dozen ‘turnkey’ homes will be built in Toowoomba’s western suburbs as part of a developer’s new plans for a $25m health precinct.
Doors, monitors smashed after midnight cafe break-in
Police are investigating after a midnight break and enter at a cafe in south east Toowoomba.
Documents reveal future for controversial $237m quarantine hub
The owner of the controversial Queensland quarantine facility, which has sat mostly unused for nearly two years, has revealed the likely future use after a major application filing.
First in a century: Ultra-rare bird spotted in Toowoomba parkland
Just weeks after the world’s rarest parrot was discovered in Toowoomba, an even rarer feathered creature has been spotted north of the city — and it’s causing a stir in the birdwatching community.
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