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St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba Centenary Celebrations Picnic Event

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St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba Centenary Celebrations Picnic Event


On Sunday 3rd of April, St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba will welcome current and past staff, their families, Visiting Medical Officers, Sisters of Charity and anyone with a connection to the hospital to a centenary picnic event.

In 2022, the hospital celebrates 100 years of caring for our community.

The picnic will be held in the beautiful hospital gardens at Entrance 2 on Scott Street. There will be live music, a free sausage sizzle, plus a jumping castle and face painting for children.

Guided hospital tours will also be held for those who wish to see the new Emergency Department, or have not visited the hospital for some time. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and something to toast the occasion.
Submitted by:
Pandora Bevan
St Vincent’s Private Hospital
Toowoomba 

Toowoomba Students Marching For Action On Climate Change

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Toowoomba Students Marching For Action On Climate Change

You are invited to attend a local climate strike on Friday,  March 25th  (2pm) at Queens Park, Toowoomba (corner of Hume and Margaret Sts). This event will be held by Toowoomba for Climate Action and School Strike 4 Climate in association with Fridays for Future and is part of an international strike day.

Local students and supporters are asking politicians to act on the climate crisis and stop taking donations from fossil fuel companies.

As part of the global strike day on Friday,  March 25th, students will be marching from Queens Park to Groom MP Garth Hamilton’s office, demanding action on climate change.

Climate change isn’t something which can only be seen on a graph anymore. You only have to look outside your window to see the effects,” local strike organiser and university student Robert Baillie said.

Fossil Fuel corporations are the largest contributors of donations in our political system. This is clouding the decision-making of politicians who are deciding the fate of our futures.”

Our community has faced some of the most severe manifestations of climate change in recent years. When our communities aren’t on fire, they’re flooded instead. It seems as if the only thing that will stop an extreme weather event is an even more catastrophic weather event.”

With a federal election coming up, these students have three demands of their
politicians. At this strike, we are calling on politicians to fight for #PeopleNotProfit, and we are demanding an end to fossil fuel handouts and political donations,” he said.

We will talk about how rural and regional communities are on the frontlines of
experiencing the effects of climate change.

We are demanding
1. Net-Zero by 2030, which means no new coal, oil or gas projects.
2. 100% renewable energy generation and exports by 2030
3. Fund a Just Transition and Job Creation for all Fossil Fuel Workers and their
communities.”

Everyone is invited to turn up at Queens Park at 2pm, Friday 25th March at the corner of Hume and Margaret Streets Toowoomba.

Submitted by:
Secretary,
Toowoomba for Climate Action
E: Tba4climateaction@gmail.com

Children Aged 5 – 11 Eligible For Second Dose

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Children Aged 5 – 11 Eligible For Second Dose

First and second dose COVID-19 vaccinations for children are now available at Darling Downs Health’s community vaccination clinic. It has been eight weeks since five to 11-year-old children were first eligible to receive their vaccinations. And now, some are due to receive their second dose, and the full benefit of the vaccine.

Darling Downs Health COVID-19 vaccination program lead Matt Boyd said that it was important that parents and carers bring kids back for their second dose. Receiving a second dose provides better protection against serious illness or hospitalisation from COVID-19,” Mr Boyd said.

Since becoming eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination earlier this year, 3,136 children aged 5 – 11 have been vaccinated at the Clifford Gardens location.

For the next two weeks, we’ll be opening a little bit later in the morning and providing vaccinations right up until 6pm. These changed opening hours will also help those who work during the week, to call in after business hours. Our temporary hours will be 10.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 8.30 to 4pm on weekends.”

The vaccination clinic will also be able to provide first, second, and booster doses to all eligible members of the public during the two-week change to opening hours. Walk-ins are welcome.

Submitted by:
Media, Communications & Engagement Team
Darling Downs Health

Independent Candidate Says Residents Don’t Want Political Games

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Independent Candidate Suzie Holt says residents want politicians who are interested in them, not political games.

Out on the campaign trail, fne Independent Federal candidate for the seat of Groom has been inundated with stories from residents of Groom who are
suffering due to out-of-touch Federal policies. Everywhere I go, people are telling
me about their struggles related to unemployment and major delays in accessing
health, disability and aged care.”

While the major parties squabble in the media, the people are concerned about how policies will affect them in their everyday lives. The issue of coal vs renewable
energy is a case in point. Listen to the Acland mine workers from Oakey who have
not had their concerns about job security addressed by either the Federal or State
governments – people need certainty to make decisions about their lives”.

People are also deeply concerned about the possibility of the Federal LNP
Government extending the use of the Indue card to the Electorate of Groom as
requested by the local State LNP branch.

Suzie Holt went on to say, People are already struggling to survive. The idea of the Federal Government making their lives even harder by bringing in the Indue Card is incomprehensible.”

Submitted by:
Suzie Holt,
Independent Candidate for Groom
suzieholt4groom@gmail.com

The Chronicle Lifeline Bookfest 2022

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The Chronicle Lifeline Bookfest 2022

The Chronicle Lifeline Bookfest is just around the corner with the charity once again delighted to be able to host their major fundraiser. This year’s massive book sale will be held on Saturday 5th March and Sunday 6th March at the Founders Pavilion, Toowoomba Showgrounds.

It is through the generous donations of books, games and toys from the community that we are able to put on such a fantastic sale every year. The Chronicle Lifeline Bookfest is a crucial fundraising event for our organisation with all proceeds staying in our local area to fund our crisis support and suicide prevention services,” the new Chief Executive Officer of Lifeline Darling Downs said.

“I am looking forward to seeing this event now in its 42nd year come to fruition. We rely heavily on the funds raised to ensure we can continue to support those who need it most,”  Lifeline Darling Downs CEO, Grant Simpson said.There will be thousands of donated books on sale with nothing over $5 and many a lot less. There will also be plenty of toys, DVDs and games. Doors open on Saturday 8am- 5pm and Sunday 8am – 2pm at the Toowoomba Showgrounds, Glenvale Rd.

With free admission, free parking and Eftpos available, this is the perfect time to stock up on your winter reading material. Patrons are advised that the current government guidelines for entry into the Founders Pavilion is that you must use the Check-in Qld App and be double vaccinated.

Volunteers are still needed for the event so if you can spare a few hours please call Angela on 0429 068 975.

For more information on services or to support Lifeline Darling Downs with this and other life changing programs please call 1300 991 443 or visit www.lifelinedarlingdowns.org.au

Submitted by:
Kirsten McGovern
Manager Fundraising & Marketing
Lifeline Darling Downs & South West Queensland Ltd
Ph 1300 991 443

TRC Community Grant Funding Open

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TRC Community Grant Funding Open

Applications are open for Toowoomba Regional Council’s (TRC) next round of community grants.TRC Environment and Community Services Committee chair Cr James O’Shea said community and not-for-profit groups were welcome to apply for funding to assist their project or event. Applications must be lodged by March 1, 2022.

Cr O’Shea said the current funding program covered applications for the Sport and Recreation, Event Support, Community Support, Community Economic Development, Environment, Cultural and Arts Support and Sports Tourism grants.

Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul Antonio said Community Economic Development grants up to $5,000 (or in some cases up to $10,000 per applicant, with matched funding) were available to help community organisations deliver programs designed to benefit local businesses and the broader area.

Council is determined to support our Chambers of Commerce, Progress Associations and other not-for-profit groups who meet the selection criteria to deliver programs and job-creating projects that will benefit local businesses, particularly as our businesses continue to recover from the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic,” Mayor Antonio said.

This funding is aimed specifically at empowering local organisations to deliver the types of projects that they know will support economic growth and opportunities in their own communities.

Cr O’Shea said residents could call 131 872 to book a consultation with relevant staff to arrange for help with tailoring grant proposals.

Council appreciates the difficulty smaller groups face to find money for projects, services and facilities,” Cr O’Shea said. Preference is given to applications that fulfil a range of criteria covering community inclusiveness and interaction, a willingness to encourage community partnerships, upgrading facilities or services or establishing a new service, facility or initiative.

Grant applications in each category are assessed by a panel including TRC staff from the specified area, and Councillors. The competitive review process means that not all projects always can be fully funded. The current grant round is expected to be presented for approval by Council at its April meetings.

Cr O’Shea said Council approved more than $332, 000 covering 56 applications in the previous grant round in September 2021.

More information about each grant category can be viewed at www.tr.qld.gov.au/grants

Submitted by:
Angus Moffatt
Media Relations Officer
Customer, Communication and Engagement
Toowoomba Regional Council

‘Christmas Cheer’ Coming To Toowoomba

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‘Christmas Cheer’ Coming To Toowoomba

The Brisbane Chamber Choir will herald in Christmas this year with a diverse and joyful concert of choral works from across the globe titled ‘Christmas Cheer’ from 6pm at St Luke’s Anglican Church, Toowoomba on Saturday 11th December.

The festive concert program includes French composer Francis Poulenc’s sublime Christmas Motets, an uplifting Christmas Cantata from British composer Cecilia McDowell and wonderful arrangements of old favourites by composers from around the world, including Canadian composer Eleanor Daley. The choir will be joined by guest organist Eduarda van Klinken.

Conducted by Graeme Morton, the Brisbane Chamber Choir is comprised of singers from diverse backgrounds who are committed to performing music that surprises and delights its audience.

They are buoyed to be presenting its annual Christmas concert to audiences in Toowoomba this year.

The choir, which celebrates its 25th anniversary next year, performs regularly with esteemed artists and guests including the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, and tours both regionally and interstate, is looking forward to leaving listeners feeling merry and bright with a program of wonderfully rich, joyful and timeless choral works.

For hundreds of years choirs have sung songs of Christmas joy, creating a tradition that remains vibrant to this day. As the title suggests, this performance by Brisbane Chamber Choir will be a joyful musical celebration of hope, goodwill and Christmas cheer, which we hope will comfort and delight all who take part” Dr Morton said.

The Brisbane Chamber Choir invites audiences in Toowoomba to herald in the festive season with us and explore the joy that Christmas music brings across the world. The choir will be performing at 6pm at St Luke’s Anglican Church, Toowoomba on Saturday 11th December.

This is a COVID-safe event and tickets can be pre-purchased at http://www.trybooking.com/BVFKM (Adults $30, Concession $20, and school students $5).

More details of the event can be found at www.brisbanechamberchoir.com

Submitted by:
Graeme Morton
(Conductor & Director)
E: GMorton@stjohnscathedral.com.au

Support Local With The Ultimate Twilight Shopping Experience

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Support Local With The Ultimate Twilight Shopping Experience

More than 60 local artisans will come together for one night only at Cobb+Co Museum in Toowoomba to offer unique hand made products at the annual Hand Made Under the Stars twilight artisan market, on this Thursday 2nd December from 4pm-8pm.

Set outside this year against the backdrop of the Museum,  ensuring the space for visitors to wander freely and can socially distance, visitors will have the opportunity to browse the best locally hand made products, and chat directly with the people who make these quality wares.

Hand Made Under the Stars is the ultimate twilight shopping experience and the perfect opportunity to support our local community artisans and get your Christmas shopping done early while exploring the museum at night.

Submitted by:
Veronica Dawson
Marketing Coordinator
Cobb+Co Museum
27 Lindsay Street,
Toowoomba

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