The Empire's THRIVE Festival brought more than 5,200 people together for four days of creative, space-themed fun.
Pick of the Crop now reaches the Darling Downs as the school food initiative marks a major Queensland milestone.
Toowoomba's Caught in the Rain won a place at the PAX Aus Indie Showcase, and its creators reveal the idea behind it.
Toowoomba students shared a weekend with children with disability, giving families a break as Sony Camp marked 20 years.
Toowoomba Region residents can nominate people, groups and events for recognition in the 2027 Australia Day Awards.
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Toowoomba among Australia’s best startup cities
Toowoomba has climbed to third nationally as regional Queensland gains ground in Australia’s business rankings.
Regional truckers invited to free Toowoomba forum
Darling Downs truck operators can access free advice in Toowoomba before major national law changes begin on 1 August.
Four communities water project moves forward
Four Toowoomba communities are closer to secure treated water after Council completed the Greenmount plant tender.
Former Toowoomba resident wins major Tweed Business Awards
Alex Scully has secured back-to-back leadership honours as his Tweed Coast business group collected nine accolades.
Toowoomba sailors serve with home honour
Toowoomba locals aboard HMAS Toowoomba reflect on service, friendship and the rare honour of serving under home.
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Zane Hall's perfect Hawkesbury run delivers his fifth win of 2026 and narrows the race before Townsville's Grand Finals.
Toowoomba's Belong in Hockey program wins a state award for building inclusion, confidence and community ties.
Heather and Allan Green will mark 50 years of marriage while competing with Toowoomba's GemLife Games team in September.
Toowoomba's new $6 million Fitness Cartel club adds a full gym, recovery centre, indoor courts and an onsite crèche.
Toowoomba streets filled with runners and crowds as the 2026 festival delivered tough hills and strong local support.
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Tarong funding opens for Toowoomba community projects
The Tarong Community Partnership Fund is open to Toowoomba groups seeking support for community-led local projects.
Fresh identity for Hooper Centre before ALDI opening
A violet-inspired rebrand is coming to Hooper Centre as the Toowoomba shopping village gets ready to welcome ALDI.
Repco Toowoomba celebrates store upgrade
Repco Toowoomba marks its upgrade with a car show on 12 September and in-store offers across the celebration weekend.
Toowoomba welcomes back Wanless Waste Services
Wanless is back in Toowoomba, with local waste and recycling collections for businesses across the Darling Downs.
Sheep and Goat Equipment rebate nears deadline
Queensland sheep and goat producers have until September 30 to claim rebates for electronic identification equipment.
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The Empire's THRIVE Festival brought more than 5,200 people together for four days of creative, space-themed fun.
Pick of the Crop now reaches the Darling Downs as the school food initiative marks a major Queensland milestone.
Toowoomba's Caught in the Rain won a place at the PAX Aus Indie Showcase, and its creators reveal the idea behind it.
Toowoomba students shared a weekend with children with disability, giving families a break as Sony Camp marked 20 years.