‘Everyone on notice’: Councillor’s extraordinary claim amid conflicts saga
An outspoken regional Queensland councillor has made an extraordinary claim while challenging a conflict of interest saga that has dragged on for months.
Toowoomba
Lucky escape for couple after caravan rolls on remote highway
The vehicles are in a bad way, but the occupants have walked away without injury.
LifeFlight welcomes new doctors at Toowoomba and Roma bases
LifeFlight doctors face unique challenges, which is why their preparation involves white-knuckling training, like being submerged underwater in a helicopter.
‘Did what we’re required to do’: Hero cops honoured at awards service
From saving a man’s life to busting an illegal firearm ring or helping young children understand the law, these awards pay tribute to the varied roles police play in our community.
Red wine woes: When Qld pollies were caught in booze controversies
Queensland politicians have been whining about wine long before Opposition Leader Steven Miles was left seeing red. SEE THE LIST
Treasurer welcomes $6.5k security allowance after stalker experience
Toowoomba South MP and Qld Treasurer David Janetzki has welcomed new security allowances extended towards MPs after his own past experience with a stalker.
‘Embarrassing’: Traffic light saga over after fierce council debate
The Toowoomba Regional Council appears to have resolved the issue of what to do with the city’s most controversial traffic lights, following an hour-long debate featuring plenty of heated moments.
‘No day is the same’: Meet Toowoomba’s favourite apprentices
What does a plumber, a boilermaker and a rigger have in common? Find out what motivates Toowoomba’s favourite apprentices:
City skyline set to change as work starts on new People First HQ
Visitors to downtown Toowoomba would have noticed some significant construction work under way on Ruthven St. This is what’s happening.
Climate myths debunked
As extreme weather and the cost of energy dominates the headlines, knowing how to separate fact from fiction is more important than ever.
District Court sittings at Toowoomba, February 20
Here is a list of District Court sittings at Toowoomba on February 20
Funerals this week
Funerals for Isabel Macarthur “Issy” (Nee Kelman) Mcintyre, Stanley Eric “Stan” Klein and John Peter Hanna will be held in in Toowoomba this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Everybody appearing at Toowoomba Magistrates Court, Thursday, February 20
Here is a list of matters listed at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Thursday.
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Demo work to make way for People First Bank HQ
Demolition work on the site of the new Toowoomba head office of People First Bank (formerly Heritage Bank) at 502 Ruthven St, the former Shrine…
Give us a game: NRL campaign reignited as council pushes for annual match
Toowoomba’s campaign for an annual NRL match is back after a blockbuster rugby league weekend jolted our city’s leaders into action.
Toowoomba school launches innovative new development plan
This 80-year-old Toowoomba school is set for impressive upgrades with the introduction of a multimillion-dollar development plan.
‘Lost in history’: How Darling Downs man is honouring his family legacy
With each generation, more and more memories are lost to the past. However one Darling Downs man is asking for young people to step up and help keep Australia’s war history alive.
High tech jobs on offer as farm robot factory opens
A pioneering tech company has taken over part of the former Wellcamp Quarantine Facility and is churning out the next generation of autonomous farm robots that promises to help growers save money and protect the environment.
Pet ownership record under threat as microchip-maker in liquidation
One of the companies responsible for collecting pet microchip data has gone into liquidation and its is feared local councils and vets will not be able to access ownership information stored in the devices.
Our say: Food and Wine ‘refresh’ is another word for downgrade
Toowoomba Regional Council needs to think hard about its decision to “refresh” the Festival of Food and Wine, which primarily seems to be designed to water back its high-profile entertainment. Here’s why.
‘I wouldn’t pay 25c for Dutton’s company at a fundraising dinner’
It was the $25,000-a-head fundraiser that has served up an almighty debate. HAVE YOUR SAY
Highway cut after fuel tanker crashes
Two men are in the hospital and a massive clean up effort is under way after a fuel truck crashed, pouring diesel and petrol across the road.
‘Could be massive’: Why Toowoomba should host an annual NRL trial match
Why can’t Toowoomba host an annual NRL trial match? It’s a question plenty of residents are asking — and the evidence certainly stacks up.
‘Heartbreaking’: Police plead with drivers to slow down after horror weekend
Emergency personnel are reeling after a horror weekend on our roads, with back-to-back fatal crashes across the Darling Downs.
How two magnets are improving breast cancer surgery
A Toowoomba private hospital is leading the way in breast cancer surgery, with a simpler, less painful and more accurate way of locating and removing breast cancer.
Four-vehicle pile up cuts highway
Paramedics have assessed multiple patients, including a young child, after four vehicles collided.
‘Love you mum’: Tributes flow after crash claims woman’s life
There has been an outpouring of grief after the search for a missing woman has reached a tragic end, with her body being found at an isolated crash site.
Woman, dies, driver fighting for life after crash
A woman has died and two drivers suffered serious head, chest and leg injuries in a crash at Greenmount, about 20km south of Toowoomba.
‘Step backwards’: CBD businesses concerned as marquee event faces axe
A marquee Toowoomba CBD festival that once hosted John Farnham looks set to be “refreshed” by the council, in a move that has raised alarm bells among business owners.
Lucky escape for men injured after car rolls on highway
Emergency crews were called out to the Warrego Highway after a car carrying two men veered off the road and flipped several times.
All the action from the Broncos’ visit to Toowoomba
The Brisbane Broncos and Gold Coast Titans went head-to-head at the Toowoomba Sports Ground to an absolutely packed crowd. See our photo gallery here.
Vital school item many Qld parents can no longer afford
Queensland parents are drowning in back to school requirements, meaning many kids are missing out.
Crime scene declared after body found in burnt out car
Police have established a crime scene after a body was found in a burnt-out car on a country road.
Man falls after 4km ride on ute bonnet
Police have called for anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward after a man was injured when he fell from the bonnet off a white Isuzu D-Max.
Driver urged to come forward after collision with child
Police are urging the driver of a vehicle involved in an incident with a child outside a Toowoomba childcare centre to come forward.
Meet the dog groomer who wants the best for your four-legged friend
A new dog groomer has opened a salon in Newtown to make your dog feel as lush as they look after a bath and brush.
Plan for 10-storey CBD tower advanced after $1m council move
A 10-storey project that will become Toowoomba’s tallest building has been given a major boost after the council gave it a $1m discount. Here’s why.
We’re ready: Traction builds for Toowoomba’s $54m Olympic dream
The Garden City has primed itself to become part of a once-in-a-lifetime event, and The Chronicle, Toowoomba’s top leaders and stakeholders are pushing for an Olympic venue in seven years’ time.
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