Suspicious fire destroys Toowoomba PCYC building
A suspicious fire has completely destroyed the Toowoomba PCYC building, prompting a police investigation.
Date set for Bruce Lehrmann rape trial in Queensland
Bruce Lehrmann is set to stand trial for two counts of rape in the Toowoomba District Court on November 2, 2023.
ADF helicopter forced to take evasive action during interaction with Chinese aircraft
The ADF reported a Seahawk helicopter had to take evasive measures due to a dangerously close encounter with a Chinese military helicopter.
Man's alleged failed bid to steal copper wire lands him in hospital
A man in Toowoomba, Australia, suffered life-threatening injuries while allegedly attempting to steal copper wire from a high-voltage line, resulting in power outages for hundreds of customers.
Mum and son wait hours for police as thieves hit home for third time
A woman and her son in Toowoomba experienced a break-in for the third time, waiting hours for police as they hid from the intruders.
Australian Warship Crosses Taiwan Strait, Chinese Military Monitors
An Australian warship, HMAS Toowoomba, conducted a routine passage through the Taiwan Strait while being monitored by the Chinese military.
Beijing monitors Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba’s passage through Taiwan Strait
Beijing closely observes the passage of the Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba through the Taiwan Strait, responding to reports of military activity in the area.
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings review – phenomenal duo put on an exquisite show
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings delivered an exquisite performance at the Empire Theatre in Toowoomba, showcasing their musical range despite the venue being only half full.
Coroner finds contentious police tactic not the cause of man's death in custody
A Queensland coroner concluded that the police tactic used in the arrest of Indigenous man Steven Nixon-McKellar was not the direct cause of his death in custody in 2021.
Hospital maternity unit embraces call for workplace culture overhaul
Toowoomba Hospital’s maternity unit is set to implement 14 recommendations from a workplace culture review aimed at overhauling its operational practices.
Health minister orders review of troubled hospital maternity unit
The Health Minister of Queensland has initiated a review of the Toowoomba Hospital maternity unit due to ongoing complaints from mothers and families regarding its services, dating back to 2018.
New home for old machines as collector bids goodbye to lifelong passion
Mervyn Polzin, a 78-year-old collector from Meringandan, Queensland, sells his collection of vintage tractors and machinery, marking the end of his lifelong passion.
Streets closed as police probe sudden death in Queensland city's CBD
Police are investigating the sudden death of a man in his 20s in Toowoomba, leading to the closure of parts of Bell Street and the bus terminal car park.
Body-worn camera footage shows moment grandmother removed from birth suite
A mother from Toowoomba shares her experience of her support person being removed during childbirth at Toowoomba Hospital, prompting calls for changes and an independent inquiry into hospital treatment policies.