
Hospital opening planned for 2029
The new Toowoomba Hospital will open in 2029, delivering more beds, mental health care and expanded services for the region.

Parkes Elvis Festival returns in January 2026
The Parkes Elvis Festival returns 7–11 January 2026 with five days of music, parades, tribute shows and family fun.

Grand Central confirms extended festive trading
Grand Central has confirmed extended Christmas trading hours, giving shoppers more time before Christmas and beyond.

Rural health group seeks stronger digital protections
Rural health group warns the under-16 social media ban must lead to stronger tech reforms to protect rural and remote young people.

Brisbane 2032 confirms new Board member
Angie Ballard joins the Brisbane 2032 Board while Kurt Fearnley finishes his term, with both thanked for their Paralympic service.

Rising jeweller shines at Métallon 2025
Lara Quinton wins three honours including Apprentice Jeweller of the Year at the 2025 Métallon Jewellery Awards for Cosmic Coalescence.

Toowoomba wins $1 billion Christmas present
A $1.4b Federal deal will see Toowoomba assemble six MQ28A Ghost Bats and secure major local defence jobs.

Easy Concrete Supply brings fast, reliable concrete delivery to Toowoomba
Easy Concrete Supply launches in Toowoomba, giving builders and homeowners fast online access to premix concrete.

Lutheran Services celebrates 90 years of care in Toowoomba
Salem Aged Care celebrates 90 years or Lutheran services in Toowoomba with a community event and reflections from residents, leaders and local partners.