General Interest
Toowoomba Business Named Australia’s Champion Florist for 2016
East Toowoomba business Blooming Gorgeous has been named Champion Florist for 2016 at the Australian Small Business Champion Awards held at The Westin in Sydney at the weekend (Saturday, April 23). Blooming Gorgeous had steep competition, with more than 1200 entries received from florists all over Australia. The Australian Small Business Champion Awards offer national […]
CPEA Nearly New Sale An Opportunity To Sell
CPEA is a not-for-profit organisation and has been running since 1974 with the help of volunteer mothers. Over the years CPEA has offered the opportunity for parents to meet other parents and to make new friends. CPEA organises a number of activities that are open for all to join. This includes our weekly Hopscotch Playgroup, […]
“Australia’s National Living Treasure”, Ted Egan AO To Present ANZAC Story.
Dr Ted Egan AO, presents this story against the background of a strong ANZAC connection. ​This 75 minute presentation features 20 relevant songs with Ted’s linking commentary covering​ everything from ‘War is Declared’ to ‘The Aftermath’. Superb photographs and maps add to the to the overall story of ‘The Anzacs: 100 Years On’. ​Proceeds to […]
It May Be April Fool’s Day, But Fire Is No Joke
Queenslanders are urged to be smart about their safety this April Fool’s Day and change their home’s smoke alarm batteries. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Deputy Commissioner Mark Roche said it was important that residents took the time to ensure their smoke alarms were working. “It only takes a few minutes to change your […]
The 16th FE-FC Holden Nationals in Toowoomba Over Easter
The 16th FE-FC Holden Nationals will be held in Toowoomba Queensland, 25-28 March 2016. This will be the second time the Nats have been staged in the Sunshine State, and the FE-FC Holden Car Club of Queensland look forward to hosting FE and FC enthusiasts from all around Australia. The FE – FC Holden nationals […]
A Free Apple Today Won’t Keep The Easter Bunny Away
Each Thursday the Empire Theatre front lawns come alive with local farmers and producers showcasing the regions beautiful fresh produce and artisan food products. The lawns are filled with farmers, locals, live music and kids, all enjoying a ‘traditional’ way to buy your weekly groceries and becoming and engaging with the broader community. Farmers’ market […]
Local Finalist For Australian Business Awards
Local business, Blooming Gorgeous is  a finalist in the Champion Florist category for the 2016 Australian Small Business Champion Awards to be held at The Westin Sydney on Saturday, 23rd April 2016. Blooming Gorgeous has been shortlisted from over 1,200 other nominations. Building their reputation as the ‘Oscars’ for Australia’s small business sector, the Small […]
16th Annual “High Altitude Hot Rod Run – 2016 Show ‘n’ Shineâ€Â
• Sunday March 13, 2016 will see the 16th annual Toowoomba Hot Rodders High Altitude Hotrod Run Show ‘n’ Shine. • The Show ‘n’ Shine is on from 9am †12noon. • The venue this year is in the carpark behind Cobb+Co Museum. • While the venue is different to previous years, the sights and […]