Toowoomba Regional Council
Passionate Nominees For Regional Youth Advisory Committee Wanted
Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) is calling on residents with a passion for working with young people to nominate for positions on the Regional Youth Advisory Committee (RYAC). Applications from young people between 18-25 with a passion for improving outcomes for their regional peers also are welcome. TRC Environment and Community Services committee chair and RYAC […]
RADAC Nominations Sought By TRC
Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) is seeking nominations to fill 13 positions for the new term of the Regional Access and Disability Advisory Committee (RADAC). Cr McMahon, RADAC chair and TRC’s Environment and Community Services portfolio leader, said Council welcomed expressions of interest from people across the region who wished to serve on the voluntary committee. […]
Cressbrook Dam Re-Opens To The Public
Cressbrook Dam has re-opened to the public for recreational purposes after testing shows water meets recognised safety standards. Toowoomba Regional Council Environment and Community Portfolio Leader Cr Tim McMahon said Council has removed closure signage. “The campground at Cressbrook Dam will remain closed in line with the Queensland Government’s Roadmap to Easing COVID-19 restrictions,” Cr […]
Local Suppliers Given A Major Boost
Toowoomba Regional Council is adopting an amendment to its Procurement Policy giving extra price weighting to local suppliers when engaged by Council to supply goods or services. TRC Finance and Business Strategy Chair Cr Geoff McDonald said supporting local businesses and regional areas remains a priority and the changes to the policy ensured local businesses […]
Council Facilities To Re-Open In Stages
Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) will stagger the re-opening of facilities following the announcement of the easing of restrictions for playgrounds, skate parks, outdoor gyms, pools and libraries. TRC Mayor Paul Antonio said Council would only re-open facilities when there are practical measures in place that comply with the updated restrictions. “Our community has acted responsibly, […]
Carnival Lane To Progress
Toowoomba-based construction company Taddio Building Group have been awarded the design and construction tender for Toowoomba Regional Council’s (TRC) newest CBD pedestrian walkway and multi-functional public space at 174 Margaret Street. TRC Mayor Paul Antonio said construction is expected to start in the next couple of months. “I’m pleased to announce that construction on the […]
Toowoomba First New Term Council Meetings
Toowoomba Regional Council’s first statutory meeting will be held in The Annex at 10am on Thursday 23 April. Mayor Paul Antonio said, “At the first meeting Council will vote on the position of Deputy Mayor as well as assign portfolios to each Councillor.” “In addition to this, Council will be able to set a date […]
Limit Trips To Toowoomba Waste Facilities
Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) is urging the community wherever possible, to limit trips, limit passengers and maintain social distancing to help avoid delays when visiting Council’s waste management facilities. TRC General Manager of Water and Waste, Mr Damian Platts said Council had seen significant growth in visits to Waste Management Facilities (WMF) since mid-March when […]
