Toowoomba
The Three Mumpreneurs
Amanda Harpur, Siti Sharin and Melinda Bangel are three Mums living their dream of setting up shop and doing what they love. They are excited about their well supported Grand Opening held on Saturday, 12th September. Based in the heart of Toowoomba, Lilly & Wattle Co. has a range of products from various local makers. […]
Using A Window For Hazard Reduction
Week starting September 7:Â A large fuel reduction burn will occur across the Toowoomba escarpment extending from Harvey Street in the north, through to The Range Highway, Toowoomba Connection Road, in the south. This burn includes a large section of Jubilee Park, some private landholdings and a small section of Redwood Park. Prince Henry Heights is […]
Wear Maroon For Queensland’s Birthday
Toowoomba will glow maroon as the city landmarks light up to celebrate Queensland’s 161st Birthday on Saturday 6th June. Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul Antonio is encouraging the community to wear maroon this week to show how much we love our State. Toowoomba’s CBD will be awash with a maroon glow as the coloured lights on […]
New Term For Toowoomba Regional Council
The first meeting for the newly formed Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) was held earlier today inside The Annex at the rear of City Hall.While social distancing guidelines kept Councillors spaced apart in the alternative venue, Mayor Paul Antonio ensured business was on track with the unveiling of new portfolio chairs and leaders. The first item […]
Lifeline Toowoomba Bookfest Reminder
Thousands of books will be on sale along with dolls, toys and games with nothing over $5 and most items considerably less. Bookfest is being held in the Founders Pavilion at Toowoomba Showgrounds. There is free admission, free parking and Eftpos available. Now in its 40 th year proceeds from the event go towards Lifeline […]
Love is The Rose
The Rose speaks to all Ages and in all Colours The Queensland State Rose Garden’s Major Fundraiser of 2020 is their sale of Valentine’s Day floral arrangements. All Roses used are purchased locally and NEVER PICKED FROM THE ROSE GARDEN. Volunteers from Toowoomba’s Floral Art Group create beautiful arrangements from single Rose to Small, Medium […]
Darling Downs Pioneering Spirit Captured
Family historians have captured the stories of 60 pioneers from Toowoomba and across the Darling Downs. The book titled “Men of Fire, Iron and Leather” gathers the history of coachbuilders, blacksmiths and wheelwrights, saddlers and bootmakers across the 19 th and early 20 th centuries. The Toowoomba and Darling Downs Family History Society documents family […]
It’s Time To Welcome In The New Year
To finish 2019 in style, Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) will once again host a free night of family friendly celebrations in lower Queens Park, off Margaret Street, Toowoomba. TRC Environment and Community Committee Chair Councillor Geoff McDonald said the celebrations were an ideal opportunity for residents to unwind and reflect on the past year. With […]