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A Historic Moment As Australia’s Cardinal Set To Visit In 2026

The Catholic Diocese of Toowoomba will welcome His Eminence Mykola Cardinal Bychok CSsR, Australia’s Cardinal and Bishop for Ukrainian Catholics in Australia and New Zealand, for his first ever visit to Toowoomba this March. To mark this significant occasion, the Diocese will host two exclusive events featuring a live interview with Cardinal Bychok conducted by […]

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Region Missing Out On Battery Rebate Benefits

With Regional Queenslanders calling for Home Battery to Grid Export Access, the Darling Downs Environment Council (DDEC) says Toowoomba is failing to make the most of its solar advantage, with new data revealing the region is lagging behind other parts of Queensland in taking up the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program. Despite Toowoomba ranking in […]

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Community Protest to Protect Toowoomba’s Trees, Wildlife and Heritage

Highfields, QLD – The Protect Trees Toowoomba campaign, supported by the Darling Downs Environment Council (DDEC), is calling on residents across the region to join a peaceful community protest on Tuesday, September 9th at 1:00 PM at the corner of Barracks and Kuhls Road, Highfields. The protest comes in response to the clearing of more than 200 trees many of which […]

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DownsSteam On Track For The Future – In Touch With The Past

Step back in time with DownsSteam Toowoomba! Our heritage steam trains and rail motors mainly run selected Saturdays or Sundays (plus weekdays during the Carnival of Flowers – refer Schedules) in September and November — steam whistles, vintage carriages, and stunning Darling Downs scenery. Bring the family, bring your camera, and make memories that echo […]

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UniSQ Tracks Re-entry Of Space Capsule Over South Australia

A University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) research team led by Associate Professor Fabian Zander has returned from a mission to capture the re-entry of Varda Space Industries W-2 hypersonic re-entry capsule and its parent spacecraft over South Australia, gaining critical data to enhance understanding of atmospheric re-entry. The W-2 capsule touched down at 1.02am local […]

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Shingles Awareness Week (24 Feb – 2 Mar)

New research reveals gaps in Aussie risk knowledge: It’s estimated that by the age of 40, more than 97% of Australians carry the inactive virus that causes shingles from a previous chickenpox infection. The virus stays in your body for the rest of your life. Years later, the virus may reactivate as shingles. However, alarming […]

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2025 Toowoomba Hospice Business Luncheon

Toowoomba Hospice is excited to announce its 3rd Annual Toowoomba Hospice Luncheon, taking place on Friday, 28th February 2025, from 12pm to 3pm at the Royal Hotel Toowoomba, proudly sponsored by Power Tynan. Business Manager Mr. Mark Munro shared his enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to host this event again and are excited to welcome Mr. Kerry […]

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Garden Competition Entering New Chapter With Toowoomba Hospital Foundation

For 75 years, the Chronicle Garden Competition has been at the heart of Toowoomba’s iconic floral celebrations, bringing the community together to showcase the creativity, dedication, and passion of local gardeners. Today, we’re thrilled to announce a new chapter in this beloved tradition — one that will ensure its legacy continues to bloom for generations […]

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