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.
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Woman hospitalised after motel fire
A woman has been taken to hospital after a fire overnight at a Toowoomba motel. Here’s what we know.
V8 supercar champion to swap steering wheel for sneakers
A sporting celebrity and homegrown hero is hitting a racetrack of a different kind of track for the upcoming Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Marathon.
Woman injured in regional motel fire; man rescued from car after lookout fall
It’s been a busy weekend for emergency services with a spate of serious crashes and a motel fire. Here’s the latest.
Watch: Drug driver evades police, speeds wrong way up highway
Police have arrested a driver allegedly high on meth, driving the wrong way into oncoming traffic on one of the busiest highways in the state. WATCH THE VIDEO
Cyclist suffers potentially-life threatening injuries in crash
The man was out for a ride when he collided with a vehicle on a popular Toowoomba thoroughfare.
Will city secure its Olympic dream? Here’s when we’ll find out
While all of Toowoomba is united behind a plan to host equestrians events for the 2032 Olympics, our proposal has faced stiff competition from the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Here’s when we’ll know who takes home the gold.
Ratepayers to learn how much we will spend on Cressbrook pumped hydro
The pumped hydro scheme will bulldoze 153ha of eucalypt forest and drain about 8 per cent of Cressbrook’s capacity. Despite the impacts ratepayers have been kept in the dark about how much of our money will be spent on the project.
Touring performance tackles dark subject with mix of light and shade
The play explores a concerning trend in modern relationship that has trapped and traumatised too many women.
Funerals this week
Funerals for Lola Margaret Briese, Alan George Ross and Valerie Jean Stewart (Nee Mcquaker) will be held in in Toowoomba this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Today’s death notices
The deaths of Cornelis “Con” Eecen, Nancy June Fermor and Anne Therese Tedford have been announced in the Toowoomba Chronicle’s My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
Toowoomba sale and auction results, week ending March 22
Toowoomba recorded six property sales over a million dollars last week, the latest auction and sales results reveal.
Everybody appearing at Toowoomba Magistrates Court, Friday, March 21
Here is a list of matters listed at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Friday.
More Toowoomba News
Woman arrested over arson attack that killed dog
A young woman is due to face court, charged with arson after police alleged she set fire to two properties and killed a dog.
Highway closed after quad bike and vehicle collide
A quad bike rider is in the hands of paramedics and a major highway is closed following a crash in the Southern Downs.
Hamilton says ‘no comment’ on Dutton’s $450m referendum during cost of living crisis
Throughout the $450 million Voice referendum, Garth Hamilton repeatedly claimed it was a waste of time and money in the middle of a cost of living crisis, but now he is silent when his own leader floats a second referendum.
Ruthless decision forces mum to carry 33kg son
There are no ‘quick trips’ for the Stevens family, and Taegan Stevens is trying to raise money for a wheelchair accessible car to help her son Oscar.
Trapped man’s cry for help leads to rescue after industrial incident
A man his recovering in hospital after he was crushed in an industrial incident in the Western Downs.
It’s official – this is the best place in Australia to move to
An Aussie holiday haven remains the favourite place for those of us on the move.
Darling Downs koalas need you to help them as a volunteer
A Darling Downs conservation project is calling for volunteers as they try to reduce impacts of drought, flood, and fires on Queensland wildlife and farm owners. Find out how you can help:
Week-long desperate search for vulnerable woman as car spotted 120km away
The young woman lives with a condition that has affected her development. While she cannot drive a car, the family’s Honda Jazz was spotted 120km away in a popular Brisbane suburb.
Bumper profit for New Acland after greenies drop legal challenge
The New Acland mine is on track to hit its 2027 target of extracting 5 million tonnes of coal per year as it posts profits across the board.
Search under way to find missing woman Chantelle Drummond
The young woman’s family are urgently seeking help to locate Chantelle after she drove off from her Middle Ridge home on Friday and has not been seen since.
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.
New twist in trial of man linked to Wieambilla massacre
Lawyers for a US man arrested in connection with the Wieambilla massacre have made a bid to stop Queensland police officers testifying in his trial. See why.
‘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.
Photo gallery: Toowoomba turns sea of green for St Patrick’s Day
Dressed in green, dancing to Irish folk music, and sipping on a pint of Guinness, hundreds gather in Toowoomba to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. See our massive gallery here
Qld house values set to rise – but it’s not all good news
Landowners in 14 regions are bracing for new land valuations to come into effect in July, with most suburbs expected to post increases in value. SEARCH FOR YOUR SUBURB
‘Lots of potential’: Major upside revealed as CBD cafe site for sale
The site housing a former Toowoomba CBD cafe has hit the market, and it presents a major opportunity for inner-city living.
Opening night glamour for The Empire’s Come From Away
The Empire Theatre’s community production premiered on Friday, bringing audiences the inspiring true story of a small town that opened their hearts to thousands of people who had ‘come from away’.
All the colour of Toowoomba’s Holi celebrations
Holi Colourfest at UniSQ.
‘Much-needed rest’: Popular small town pub hits market
The owners of a popular pub in the Toowoomba region have listed the venue for sale, with the view of finding someone to carry on their legacy.
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:
Shortage of lifesaving medical stock in Toowoomba
After transportation routes were interrupted from Brisbane’s blood donation processing centre, Toowoomba was left with only one bag of blood platelets.
Can’t vacuum after 7pm: Qld’s most bonkers rules you didn’t know existed
From being unable to take a pet goat on a bus to not reversing in long distances or your backyard being too overgrown. Here are some of Qld’s most bizarre rules that you could get fined for.
‘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
Retired copper reveals why stepping on stage made him a better officer
One of Toowoomba most recognisable police officers has retired from the QPS, but his second life will be take centre stage in the Garden City’s comedy scene.
‘Don’t point fingers’: Mayor’s warning over TC Alfred disaster payments
Toowoomba residents will be able to apply for disaster relief payments following the damage caused by Tropical Cyclone Alfred, but the mayor has issued a warning along with it.
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