Special Forces to hit Qld as part of US military training alliance
Additional Special Forces operatives to be brought in for Joint Personnel Recovery in Australia’s largest bilateral military training exercise with the US.
Toowoomba
‘It’s an everybody issue’: Vigil to honour those lost to domestic and family violence
The first Wednesday of May every year Toowoomba takes a minute of silence to remember those who have lost their lives to domestic and family violence.
Shut the Gate: Major campaign to prevent rural property theft
Police have launched a campaign to help prevent theft on rural properties across the Darling Downs. Here’s how you can get involved.
Wages, conditions for Qld nurses ‘nation-leading’, Nicholls claims amid backlash
Health Minister Tim Nicholls remains adamant negotiations for wages and conditions for Queensland’s nurses and midwives are “nation-leading” despite backlash.
‘Really big change’: Toowoomba reacts to Food and Wine replacement
Residents and businesses have given a mixed response to the announcement of the event that will replace the Festival of Food and Wine — and there’s real concerns over the loss of a key demographic.
Better pay in aged care and early education: Key Labour Day march issues revealed
While the nation cast its vote on Saturday morning, about 500 union members marched through Toowoomba, determined to fight for better pay and conditions, regardless of who was in power.
Toowoomba Labour Day march
The union movement turns out in force for Toowoomba Labour Day 2025 march. Video: Kevin Farmer
‘Devoted mother, brilliant mind’: Tributes flow for community stalwart
The matriarch of one of Australia’s most successful business families has passed away, leaving behind an incredible legacy. This is her life story.
Is Groom no longer a safe seat? Here’s what the numbers say
There is one final factor that will determine whether Toowoomba’s federal seat will become what is defined as “marginal”. Here’s when we’ll know.
Funerals this week
Funerals for Geoffrey John Stark, George Wesley “Big George” Johnston and Colin Volker will be held in in Toowoomba this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Today’s death notices
The deaths of Lorraine Dickfos, Graham David Hillcoat and Kevin William Searle have been announced in the Toowoomba Chronicle’s My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
District Court sittings at Toowoomba, May 7
Here is a list of District Court sittings at Toowoomba on May 7
Everybody appearing at Toowoomba Magistrates Court, Wednesday, May 7
Here is a list of matters listed at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
More Toowoomba News
‘It’s just not spoken about’: New investment into cancer support
After being told his cancer diagnosis was too complicated to be treated locally, this Toowoomba man had to travel to and from Brisbane every couple of weeks for treatment. This organisation it trying to bring more support to regional men battling against this disease:
Gallery: Expanded Toowoomba marathon a hit on and off course
The expanded two-day Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Marathon festival has been declared a hit on and off the course. Check out all the colour and excitement from the drawcard event here.
Shock call after Groom’s historic independent swing
After years of tireless campaigning, Independent Suzie Holt is parting ways with politics, but not without leaving her mark.
Toowoomba Marathon 2025
Toowoomba Marathon (and half marathon) starts on Margaret St. Video: Kevin Farmer
Nationals leader refuses to give up on nuclear after thumping loss
Nationals leader and regional MP David Littleproud has denied claims the Coalition’s controversial nuclear energy plan contributed to their election loss, and refuses to say whether it will remain.
Downhill pain, uphill gain: Locals defend Toowoomba marathon crowns
The history making winners of the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Marathon have revealed the toughest part of the big race and it’s not what you would expect. Get an inside look at what it takes to conquer the mountain plus every race result here.
Groom results: Big swing and miss for Independent Suzie Holt
Garth Hamilton will remain the member for Groom following the Coalition’s thumping loss to Labor, but has suffered another large swing against him to Independent Suzie Holt.
Urgent search for missing Newtown teen
Police are seeking assistance in finding a 15-year-old Newtown boy who disappeared from his home on Friday.
Live: Maranoa called as Littleproud holds home seat
Polling booths have closed across western Queensland as the electorate makes their voice heard. Follow our blog here:
Groom election: What voters are thinking ahead of election result
With polls set to close, see how the Groom constituents on the street are voting in this year’s federal election.
Where can I vote, who’s running? All your Groom election questions answered
Nearly 50 polling stations are now open across the Toowoomba region for residents to vote in Groom for the 2025 federal election. Here’s every you need to know:
60k early votes: Candidates make final pitch as Groom campaign closes
More than 60,000 residents – roughly half the electorate – will have already cast their ballots before Saturday. Here’s what some of the key candidates had to say on the eve of the election:
From drought to flood: Farm Angels founder awarded OAM
With years or even decades of recovery ahead, Farm Angels is calling for flood devastated outback communities to not be forgotten. Recently awarded OAM and Farm Angels founder Tash Johnston says this is how you can help.
‘Addiction not turned on and off’: Relapse led to 442 days in cell
The one-punch death of a close friend has been blamed for a man’s sudden and tragic relapse into the throes of meth addiction.
First Nations community leader remembered after sudden death
Doc spent his life dedicated to deepening his connection to Aboriginal culture and after his sudden passing his family and friends are trying to honour his traditional connections. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains images and mentions of people who have died.
Police hunt for men armed with knife, gun after late-night robberies
A woman and two children were confronted in the night by two men who forced their way into a Drayton home, brandishing a knife and gun.
Boy fighting for his life after horror bicycle crash
The Queensland Police Service has appealed for witnesses to come forward as it investigates a crash in Glenvale that put a young boy in hospital.
Experts reveal marginal seat benefits as city set for historic vote
As Toowoomba prepares to head to the polls on Saturday to decide the next federal member, leading experts have weighed in on what could be possible if Groom became a marginal seat.
Groom: Where to snag your democracy sausage this federal election
Deciding who will run our country is important, but you can’t top that delicious democracy sausage. See our list of Groom polling places with sausage sizzles and bake sales.
Police lay charges after 13 businesses hit in wild crime spree
The list of businesses targeted included a Dominos Pizza franchise, a pawn shop, an electronics store and multiple takeaway stores.
Gallery: Mary MacKillop year 12 class stun on formal red carpet
The year 12 students of Mary MacKillop Catholic College and their partners braved wet weather to look fabulous for the 2025 formal. See all the photos here.
Mary MacKillop Catholic College 2025 formal
Mary MacKillop Catholic College 2025 formal at Highfields Cultural Centre. Video: Kevin Farmer
‘I’m a hoarder’: Woman wins diamond after finding a 45-year-old receipt
An Oakey woman has won a 0.80 carat diamond after finding a hand written receipt from 1980, just in time to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee wedding anniversary with her husband.
Labor blamed for Cathay’s decision to dump Wellcamp flights
A major international freight carrier has revealed it will no longer fly goods out of Wellcamp Airport – exactly a year after a prominent passenger airline folded its operations.
Groom votes: LNP primary set for slump in shock election model
The final modelling before Saturday’s election has spelled bad news for Garth Hamilton as challenger Suzie Holt also faces a major setback.
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