A Budget for today’s priorities and tomorrow’s opportunities Published on 30 June 2026 Toowoomba Regional Council has handed down a $728 million Budget focused on maintaining essential services, investing in critical infrastructure and supporting the Region’s long-term financial sustainability. Tagged as: , Council decision
Council submits RAF application Published on 21 April 2026 Council has lodged a submission to the Queensland Government’s Residential Activation Fund, seeking $150 million in State funding to bring forward delivery of the Southern Water Treatment Plant. Tagged as: , Council decision, Major projects, Planning
Council appoints new Chair and Directors to Empire Theatres Board Published on 15 April 2026 Council has appointed a new Chair and Directors to the Board of Empire Theatres Pty Ltd following a Special Meeting held on Tuesday 14 April, marking an important step in setting a strong future direction for one of Australia’s most iconic cultural institutions. Tagged as: , Council decision, Empire Theatre
Council planning ahead to protect essential services Published on 10 April 2026 Toowoomba Regional Council is taking a proactive and responsible approach to current fuel supply and pricing conditions, ensuring essential services for the Toowoomba Region continue while planning ahead for potential changes. Tagged as: , Council decision
Chris Burton to Receive Keys to the City Published on 17 March 2026 Olympic equestrian champion Chris Burton will be awarded the Keys to the City in recognition of his extraordinary sporting achievements and proud advocacy for the Toowoomba Region. Tagged as: , Council decision
Toowoomba Region advocating for stronger settlement coordination Published on 17 February 2026 Toowoomba Regional Council will put forward a motion to the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) National General Assembly in Canberra this June, calling for improved coordination, better data sharing, and funding reform to help local Councils strengthen support for communities experiencing migration and humanitarian settlement, including ongoing secondary migration. Tagged as: , Council decision
Landmark policy adopted, ensures fair benefits from renewable energy Published on 19 November 2025 Communities throughout the Toowoomba Region will soon see fairer, longer-term benefits from renewable energy projects following the adoption of Toowoomba Regional Council’s (TRC) new Renewable Energy – Community Benefit Agreement Policy. Tagged as: , Building & planning, Council decision, Environment, Major projects, 2025 media releases
Council approves sale of land to support future housing needs Published on 18 November 2025 Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has completed a thorough due diligence process in awarding the tender for the sale of surplus land. Tagged as: , Building & planning, Community support, Council decision, Major projects, Planning, 2025 media releases
TRC progresses sale of Middle Ridge former nursery site Published on 02 September 2025 Toowoomba Regional Council has progressed the two-stage sale process for its former nursery site at Middle Ridge. Tagged as: , Council decision, 2025 media releases
TRC to move forward with Toowoomba City Aerodrome leases Published on 20 August 2025 Toowoomba Regional Council has this week resolved to offer renewed leases to users of the Toowoomba City Aerodrome, while also locking in future landing fees at the facility. Tagged as: , Council decision, Function centres & community venues, Transport, 2025 media releases