Crackdown, fines coming to curb outbreak of abandoned trolleys
Supermarkets and people who are caught taking trolleys away from centres could be penalised under an upcoming council local law.
Toowoomba business
Keep up to date with what is happening in the business scene in Toowoomba and on the Darling Downs.
National hardware retail chain expands in new Toowoomba plans
A major showroom building is slated to be expanded by its owner in Toowoomba’s western suburbs, with a national tenant having already extended its floor space.
City homeowners caught up in collapse of major construction firm
The liquidation of a major residential construction company has left hundreds of homeowners on the hook for millions. Now the building watchdog has refunded money to some city residents.
Grand Central expansion builder collapses, 2300 creditors at risk
The builder of one of Toowoomba’s most significant developments in recent years has been placed in administration, putting thousands of creditors at risk.
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‘Lack of logic’: Covid rules force popular city business to close
The owners of a popular Toowoomba entertainment business say they are “beyond angry” at new government restrictions, which have forced them to temporarily close.
Watch: First look at fast rail from Toowoomba to Brisbane
A 20-year vision of how people could be connected between Toowoomba and Brisbane through rail has been unveiled by one of the region’s most powerful families. Watch the video here.
Expert: Why Clive Berghofer Stadium should be upgraded to 25k seats
Where should Toowoomba build a new stadium? One leading sporting infrastructure expert has said not to count out upgrading the existing venue in East Toowoomba.
250 jobs: Toowoomba firm expanding as part of futuristic vision
An innovative Toowoomba company using Australia-first technology to process our waste and rubbish is planning to aggressively expand to meet demand.
How Carnival of Flowers delivered $33m injection to Toowoomba
This year’s Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers attracted hundreds of thousands to the region and delivered a $33m economic boost. Organisers have identified a key change to this year’s event that is likely to stay.
Why major bank has shut another regional branch
One of Australia’s largest lenders has continued the exodus of bank branches from southwest Queensland, shutting one of its locations in the Toowoomba region for a specific reason.
Revealed: Who gets $1m proceeds from Weis Factory sale
After more than 60 years of producing ice-cream bars, the famous Weis Factory has been sold. Now the beneficiaries of a $1m donation from the sale have been named.
Mayor hits back at Wagner over council’s Olympic support
Is council “asleep at the wheel” when it comes to securing Olympic events for Toowoomba? Mayor Paul Antonio has responded to John Wagner’s criticisms.
Fresh fast food: City charity brings back roadside fruit market
A Toowoomba charity has brought back its popular roadside fruit market ahead of the Christmas rush. Here’s how you can get the best fresh produce, and support an amazing cause.
How much Weis factory sale will inject into Toowoomba community
Toowoomba is set to reap a big benefit from the iconic Weis factory sale, with a large portion of the proceeds donated into a community fund.
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