Nine storeys, 185 units: Major social housing project planned
A large parcel of land near a major Toowoomba shopping centre and prestigious private school could be turned into nearly 200 social and affordable housing dwellings. DETAILS HERE.
Toowoomba development
Keep up to date with all the latest development approvals and projects in Toowoomba and on the Darling Downs.
Our $105m community: The areas fuelling region’s property boom
Two communities just outside Toowoomba have seen $105m in construction over the past 12 months — and it’s fuelling a property and construction boom worth nearly $600m.
For sale: Redevelopment looms as famous city pub hits market
Developers are already eyeing off a historic pub in Toowoomba’s northern suburbs, after it was listed for sale in a major land package offer.
Wagner ready to meet with PM Albo over $170m precinct funding
One of Toowoomba’s most powerful businessman is ready and willing to fly to Canberra and speak with the new Federal Government over the missing funding for his $170m precinct.
Agent: Why rising house prices will boost new CBD living projects
Dozens of new units in the middle of the Toowoomba CBD are in the pipeline, and one agent says the conditions are finally right for the market to embrace them.
Revealed: City shopping centre to build new fast-food eateries
Two new fast food eateries, featuring two of the world’s biggest franchises, will be built in place of car parking at a major Toowoomba shopping centre. Details:
Starting soon: Major Toowoomba CBD project to support 1000 jobs
The company helmed with building a major new unit tower in the Toowoomba CBD says the project could be transformative for the city’s centre. Details here:
Revealed: New housing estate planned for leafy Toowoomba suburb
A new boutique subdivision is coming to one of Toowoomba’s leafiest suburbs, as development ramps up across the city to meeting demand for housing.
Why small town residents plan to fight approval of new units
A new four-unit development near the centre of a small town outside Toowoomba has been approved, but it potentially faces a fight from neighbouring residents.
Revealed: Unloved hospital site to become museum, amphitheatre
One of Toowoomba’s biggest charities has lodged plans to transform part of a hospital site into a special museum and amphitheatre.
Why key step in Quarry Gardens could take two years to finish
Supporters of one of the most discussed and anticipated projects in Toowoomba will need to be patient, with a key step expected to take until 2024 to complete.
Plan for 1000-lot city estate killed after six-year council battle
It was touted as a major development that could help ease the city’s housing woes. But now the estate is dead in the water, after a six-year battle with council that ended up in the courts.
Concern over city’s housing crisis as developers issue ‘dire’ warning
Toowoomba’s development industry has again issued a warning that the city faces a ‘dire’ shortage of available housing. And now the council appears to agree to some extent.
Drive-through: Future of major Toowoomba eyesore revealed
It’s one of Toowoomba’s most notable eyesores, having been a long-time restaurant before it was closed and left vacant. Now there appears to be some movement from the owners.
Shovel-ready: Wagner calls on LNP, Labor to back $170m precinct
A major Toowoomba entertainment precinct that could generate millions for the region is ready to go now — but only if the developer can secure a commitment from the next government.
Why federal budget is a mixed bag for Toowoomba residents
Toowoomba has missed out on new infrastructure projects in the new federal budget but there are plenty of regional-based incentives. Find out the latest from the city’s economic leaders:
War of words between Wagners, MP over major $170m precinct
It’s a major Queensland project tipped to inject nearly $60m into the national economy, but its founders say the local MP is not doing nearly enough to support it.
No orders for Toowoomba-made aircraft after $155m project named
After more than $150m of funding, the first aircraft to be assembled in the Toowoomba region has taken a big step forward. But Boeing says it still hasn’t received an order yet.
Revealed: The $65m project to replace infamous city eyesore
A massive new mixed-use development will replace the old Newtown football ground, one of the most notable eyesores in Toowoomba. See the designs here:
Done deal: $25m CBD parklands funded to complete 30-year vision
A long-discussed and floated project to revitalise the Toowoomba CBD has been given a huge boost, with $25m included in the SEQ City Deal. Details here:
Sneak peek: Prestigious school reveals look of $14m expansion
A Toowoomba private school will undergo the most significant expansion in its history, announcing the lead contractor for the $14.5m project. See an exclusive sneak peek here:
How last-minute council move held back work on $2.2m city servo
A last-minute council request has held back the start of construction on a new service station at a major Toowoomba intersection.
Work starts on $16.5m project to ease city’s housing pressures
With pressure growing on Toowoomba’s housing estate, a major city developer has started work on a new $16.5m project within a leafy suburb. And he’s nearly sold all the lots.
Approved: What’s coming to one of Toowoomba’s richest streets
It’s one of Toowoomba’s richest streets, boasting extravagent mansions and gorgeous escarpment views. Now a new development has been approved on Millionaire’s Row.
Ex-Maccas king reveals next move after $2.1m property purchase
A notable site on the fringe of the Toowoomba CBD has been snapped up for millions by a prominent local developer and former McDonald’s licensee.
Revealed: Why council rejected Wagners’ $2m offer to kickstart Quarry Gardens
Toowoomba’s richest family made a generous offer to donate millions of dollars of resources to start the long-talked about Quarry Gardens project, but council turned it down. Here’s what happened.
New plans to transform CBD with fairylights, projections
The beauty of Toowoomba’s CBD could be illuminated with plans to install fairylights and lighting projections across intersections and laneways. See the ideas here:
GALLERY: New taphouse welcomes first customers through the doors
Families, friends and the likes rushed to be a part of the monumental opening weekend of a brand new eatery in Toowoomba. See all the photos here.
Residents still divided on proposed cannabis farm
The company behind a massive medicinal cannabis farm proposed outside Toowoomba is hoping to break ground next month, but city residents are divided on the project
Innovative tech on display at field day from drones to robot dog
The recent ag day hosted by TSBE showcased a wide range of innovative new farm technology that could put even the trustiest of work dogs out of a job.
Region’s newest Bunnings going under hammer before opening
It’s been under construction for several months. Now southern Queensland’s newest Bunnings could be sold by the time it opens.
Global bubble tea outlet eyes Toowoomba for next location
A global iced and bubble tea brand is looking at Toowoomba for its next location. There are 2000 stores across the world, with the brand known for its delicious flavours and unique frost-teas.
$600K Harristown intersection upgrade now complete
Toowoomba Regional Council have revealed the $600,000 upgrade of the South and Burton Street intersection in Harristown is now complete and ready for use.
From vacant to ‘vibrant’: CBD street’s massive turnaround
It was maligned for its vacant shopfronts and low business activity. But a major street in the Toowoomba CBD is experiencing a resurgence, and business owners love it.
New life: History lives on for restored Highfields homestead
The local retiree has transformed the stunning abode which is almost 150 years old and once sat on a farm in Highfields.
Villas for sale inside controversial escarpment housing estate
Homes are now for sale off the plan inside one of Toowoomba’s most controversial developments, more than a year after it was approved by the council.
On the hunt: Mum’s odd request sparks citywide search for bangle
A strange request from a mother and her eight-year-old daughter attracted significant social media attention, after her daughter’s bracelet floated away attached to a helium balloon.
Proposed podcast tells harrowing stories of bushfire survival
An eye-opening new podcast will profile Darling Downs farmers and residents who lost their livelihoods during the worst bushfires Queensland has seen in modern times.
Future of proposed quarantine hub at Wellcamp Airport looking bleak
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly says the Federal Government currently has ‘no plans’ to look at alternative facilities to hotel quarantine.
‘Hellish’ new planet discovered by University of Southern Queensland astronomer
A local academic has made a shocking discovery in our night sky, locating a new planet described as “hellish”.
State support would add serious power to regional water vision
The Southern Queensland Inland and New South Wales Border Regional Water Alliance is seeking support from the State Government to help it progress plans for water security.
Tourism operators upset state overlooked Darling Downs for Holiday Dollars
The latest tourism industry stimulus package pays Queenslanders to take a holiday. It worked up north and has now been brought to Brisbane … but the Darling Downs missed out.
Green light: Two wind farms, 400 local jobs receive crucial approvals
A much-needed employment boom will hit the Darling Downs following the approval of two brand new wind farms in the region.
Former chaplain takes up manager role at Highfields retirement village
A retirement village north of Toowoomba has welcomed its third village manager in its 26 year history.
303 regional residents divided by caravan-park, dump point proposal
A brand new caravan park could become a staple in one quaint, Darling Downs village – but it hasn’t come without plenty of opposition from residents. Details here.
Region-first trial for Darling Downs will attempt to save native animals
Native animals are under threat across the region, prompting one passionate organisation to kickstart a trial that is the first of its kind for regional Queensland.
Chinese carbon capture tech to be used on Darling Downs power plant
Australia’s most advanced onshore carbon capture utilisation and storage project has taken another step forward.
Plans for Toowoomba-Warwick pipeline to include regional towns
Plans to include regional towns of Cambooya, Greenmount, Nobby and Clifton in Toowoomba-Warwick pipeline, but Toowoomba Regional Council remains cautious about project.
How photography project will teach students about climate change
What is the first step to defeating climate change? For our city’s high school students, it’s as simple as picking up a camera.
‘Battered by flood’: Farmers urged to apply for recovery funds
Producers and landowners are being encouraged to fight for more flood recovery funding after their properties were ravaged by the recent rain.
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