The discovery marks the furthest west the potentially deadly pests have ever been found.
The discovery marks the furthest west the potentially deadly pests have ever been found.
02:13
19 Apr 24
The Mayor of the Toowoomba Region says 12 other local governments who have similar projects in the pipeline are watching the progress of the Cressbrook Dam Spillway upgrade very closely. It comes as council was briefed on early difficulties with the project meaning it's already around a month behind schedule.
The Mayor of the Toowoomba Region says 12 other local governments who have similar projects in the pipeline are watching the progress of the Cressbrook Dam Spillway upgrade very closely. It comes as council was briefed on early difficulties with the project meaning it's already around a month behind schedule.
02:07
19 Apr 24
Will Brown has been blown away by the welcome in New Zealand as he has headed over for the Taupo Super 400.
Will Brown has been blown away by the welcome in New Zealand as he has headed over for the Taupo Super 400.
02:07
18 Apr 24
The Warrego Highway has been closed since the incident at 6 this morning and motorists are being advised to avoid the area west of Miles.
The Warrego Highway has been closed since the incident at 6 this morning and motorists are being advised to avoid the area west of Miles.
02:11
18 Apr 24
Patt Weir believes there are already more projects in the pipeline than the workforce can handle.
Patt Weir believes there are already more projects in the pipeline than the workforce can handle.
02:06
17 Apr 24
Trevor Watts says renaming Table Top Mountain without making sure it's done properly could lead to confusion for services like helicopter rescues.
Trevor Watts says renaming Table Top Mountain without making sure it's done properly could lead to confusion for services like helicopter rescues.
02:08
16 Apr 24
Emerge Toowoomba founder Jen Shaw says despite there being more support around at the moment, people living on the margins are still slipping through the cracks.
Emerge Toowoomba founder Jen Shaw says despite there being more support around at the moment, people living on the margins are still slipping through the cracks.
02:07
16 Apr 24
Queensland's peak medical body is urging the State government to offer more incentives for GPs, to help ease pressure on our hospitals.
Queensland's peak medical body is urging the State government to offer more incentives for GPs, to help ease pressure on our hospitals.
02:07
15 Apr 24
The announcement from QPS comes after six people were killed and eleven others injured when Toowoomba man Joel Cauchi wielded a knife at the Bondi Junction centre on Saturday.
The announcement from QPS comes after six people were killed and eleven others injured when Toowoomba man Joel Cauchi wielded a knife at the Bondi Junction centre on Saturday.
02:08
15 Apr 24
The family of Toowoomba man Joel Cauchi say they have no issues with the police officer who shot and killed him.
The family of Toowoomba man Joel Cauchi say they have no issues with the police officer who shot and killed him.
02:08
14 Apr 24
New reports show some staff are working 60 hours a week to make up for shortfalls in some QLD jails.
New reports show some staff are working 60 hours a week to make up for shortfalls in some QLD jails.
02:08
12 Apr 24
Messages of child safety are being spruiked, after children were approached by a strange man in a KINGAROY park. Photo: Dragana991
Messages of child safety are being spruiked, after children were approached by a strange man in a KINGAROY park. Photo: Dragana991
02:09
12 Apr 24
Tensions are mounting over one of Queensland's most precious water supplies.
Tensions are mounting over one of Queensland's most precious water supplies.
02:06
11 Apr 24
Anthony Albanese is in Queensland today, to unveil the 'Future Made in Australia Act'.
Anthony Albanese is in Queensland today, to unveil the 'Future Made in Australia Act'.
02:20
11 Apr 24
The Prime Minister is in our sunshine state today to launch a new campaign that he says will re-ignite Australia's manufacturing sector. PHOTO: Matt Jelonek
The Prime Minister is in our sunshine state today to launch a new campaign that he says will re-ignite Australia's manufacturing sector. PHOTO: Matt Jelonek
02:08
11 Apr 24
The Darling Downs has recorded 23 lab confirmed cases this month as a new Flu vaccine becomes available for the first time in Australia...
The Darling Downs has recorded 23 lab confirmed cases this month as a new Flu vaccine becomes available for the first time in Australia...
02:08
10 Apr 24
According to Domain- the rental market the South Burnett has seen an increase of 20 point 4 percent on the March 2023 quarter.
According to Domain- the rental market the South Burnett has seen an increase of 20 point 4 percent on the March 2023 quarter.
02:08
10 Apr 24
The Member for Toowoomba North says planning could have avoided the who's paying scenario facing the regional council before the Cressbrook Dam can be upgraded.
The Member for Toowoomba North says planning could have avoided the who's paying scenario facing the regional council before the Cressbrook Dam can be upgraded.
02:09
10 Apr 24
There's a reminder for Maranoa locals to stay out of flood waters after a man was pulled from the Balonne River yesterday afternoon.
There's a reminder for Maranoa locals to stay out of flood waters after a man was pulled from the Balonne River yesterday afternoon.
02:07
10 Apr 24
The Toowoomba council needs $180 million of federal funding to complete the Cressbrook Dam safety upgrade. If they can't rate payers could foot the bill.
The Toowoomba council needs $180 million of federal funding to complete the Cressbrook Dam safety upgrade. If they can't rate payers could foot the bill.
02:11
9 Apr 24
The Premier says a report investigating the cost and delivery of a fast rail between Brisbane and Toowoomba is in the Federal Governments hands.
The Premier says a report investigating the cost and delivery of a fast rail between Brisbane and Toowoomba is in the Federal Governments hands.
02:11
9 Apr 24
Member for Maranoa shares how the new food and Grocery Code of Conduct interim report could better support farmers and customers.
Member for Maranoa shares how the new food and Grocery Code of Conduct interim report could better support farmers and customers.
02:10
8 Apr 24
Two years on from the major flooding event and insurance inquiry hearings continue.
Two years on from the major flooding event and insurance inquiry hearings continue.
02:09
8 Apr 24
While Toowoomba's Mayor has remained steady a Queensland political psychologist claims the leadership shake up within other local governments could mean voters are frustrated with higher levels of government.
While Toowoomba's Mayor has remained steady a Queensland political psychologist claims the leadership shake up within other local governments could mean voters are frustrated with higher levels of government.
02:11
8 Apr 24
The Council on the Ageing warns South Burnett residents over 55 years old are struggling to use digital applications during the state's rental crunch.
The Council on the Ageing warns South Burnett residents over 55 years old are struggling to use digital applications during the state's rental crunch.
02:11
7 Apr 24
Countless roads are closed across the Maranoa today with many flood warnings still current for parts of southern inland and Southwest catchments.
Countless roads are closed across the Maranoa today with many flood warnings still current for parts of southern inland and Southwest catchments.
02:07
7 Apr 24
Doctors have sounded the alarm - over concerns regional Queenslanders are missing out on necessary and important surgeries.
Doctors have sounded the alarm - over concerns regional Queenslanders are missing out on necessary and important surgeries.
02:04
5 Apr 24
The Mining and Energy Union is discussing possible redundancies with the commodore coal mine which is expected to change hands in September.
The Mining and Energy Union is discussing possible redundancies with the commodore coal mine which is expected to change hands in September.
02:06
4 Apr 24
South Queensland has woken up to another wet day with slow moving systems causing an absolute drenching.
South Queensland has woken up to another wet day with slow moving systems causing an absolute drenching.
02:09
4 Apr 24
The Darling Downs has the highest rate of assaults against the elderly in the state's south-east... with 94 assaults against those aged over 65 in the past 3 years
The Darling Downs has the highest rate of assaults against the elderly in the state's south-east... with 94 assaults against those aged over 65 in the past 3 years
02:07
4 Apr 24
Disappointed but not surprised ... that's the member for Towoomba North's response to Queensland Premier Steven Miles' stance on fast rail from Toowoomba to Brisbane.
Disappointed but not surprised ... that's the member for Towoomba North's response to Queensland Premier Steven Miles' stance on fast rail from Toowoomba to Brisbane.
02:10
3 Apr 24
A Kingaroy man charged with manslaughter after a 21-year-old died under suspicious circumstances has been granted bail.
A Kingaroy man charged with manslaughter after a 21-year-old died under suspicious circumstances has been granted bail.
02:07
3 Apr 24
Premier Steven Miles says he is looking for the best way to incorporate our region into the $7.1 billion dollar Olympic plan.
Premier Steven Miles says he is looking for the best way to incorporate our region into the $7.1 billion dollar Olympic plan.
02:11
3 Apr 24
A teenage girl is in a stable condition after being pinned under a 4WD for almost two hours in Goondiwindi. It's believed the car lost control and rolled .. trapping the girl just before midday on Tuesday.
A teenage girl is in a stable condition after being pinned under a 4WD for almost two hours in Goondiwindi. It's believed the car lost control and rolled .. trapping the girl just before midday on Tuesday.
02:08
2 Apr 24
A Kingaroy man has been charged with manslaughter after a 21-year-old died under suspicious circumstances in Booie.
A Kingaroy man has been charged with manslaughter after a 21-year-old died under suspicious circumstances in Booie.
02:14
2 Apr 24
South Burnett Regional Council's new Mayor Kathy Duff has promised to investigate the Kingaroy and Nanango water quality .. following a number of complaints about the colour and smell.
South Burnett Regional Council's new Mayor Kathy Duff has promised to investigate the Kingaroy and Nanango water quality .. following a number of complaints about the colour and smell.
02:07
2 Apr 24
The Department of Justice says its working with other agencies to avoid a repeat of a South Burnett mum learning her missing son Luke had died by reading about it on Facebook.
The Department of Justice says its working with other agencies to avoid a repeat of a South Burnett mum learning her missing son Luke had died by reading about it on Facebook.
02:08
2 Apr 24
It comes as the South Burnett mother found out her missing autistic son had died via a Facebook post.
It comes as the South Burnett mother found out her missing autistic son had died via a Facebook post.
02:07
27 Mar 24
A delegation from the Toowoomba Regional Council and the Toowoomba Surat Basin Enterprise have got verbal commitment from the Infrastructure Minister that inland rail will come to Gowrie.
A delegation from the Toowoomba Regional Council and the Toowoomba Surat Basin Enterprise have got verbal commitment from the Infrastructure Minister that inland rail will come to Gowrie.
02:07
26 Mar 24
Queensland road safety advocate Rod Hannify says car drivers need to be better educated on etiquette around trucks.
Queensland road safety advocate Rod Hannify says car drivers need to be better educated on etiquette around trucks.
02:05
25 Mar 24
Caravan Park owners are up in arms over the Queensland Government's proposed manufactured home reforms. Introduced into parliament last week, the laws are aimed at giving greater protections for people who own their homes but rent the land they sit on.
Caravan Park owners are up in arms over the Queensland Government's proposed manufactured home reforms. Introduced into parliament last week, the laws are aimed at giving greater protections for people who own their homes but rent the land they sit on.
02:07
25 Mar 24
The Life Flight chopper airlifted the man after the incident on private property yesterday afternoon.
The Life Flight chopper airlifted the man after the incident on private property yesterday afternoon.
02:07
24 Mar 24
Speaking in parliament Trevor Watts called on Transport Minister Bart Mellish to release the findings of the federally funded investigation into rail to Brisbane:
Speaking in parliament Trevor Watts called on Transport Minister Bart Mellish to release the findings of the federally funded investigation into rail to Brisbane:
02:07
21 Mar 24
Lavae destroy crops like maize and sorghum
Lavae destroy crops like maize and sorghum
02:07
21 Mar 24
Around 8pm last night a 4wd was heading West on D’Anguilar Highway when it collided with a truck.
Around 8pm last night a 4wd was heading West on D’Anguilar Highway when it collided with a truck.
02:08
21 Mar 24
Each year close to 285 Queensland women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. It can occur at any age.
Each year close to 285 Queensland women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. It can occur at any age.
02:07
20 Mar 24
after a new bill passed in state parliament overnight.
after a new bill passed in state parliament overnight.
02:08
19 Mar 24
A 60-day infrastructure review lead by former Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk has recommended against the $80 million upgrade to the Toowoomba Sports Ground, known locally as the Clive Berghoffer stadium.
A 60-day infrastructure review lead by former Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk has recommended against the $80 million upgrade to the Toowoomba Sports Ground, known locally as the Clive Berghoffer stadium.
02:35
18 Mar 24
Plus, voters to cast their ballot tomorrow for the local government election.
Plus, voters to cast their ballot tomorrow for the local government election.
02:06
15 Mar 24
Darling Downs locals will head to the polls tomorrow, to cast their vote for the local government election.
Darling Downs locals will head to the polls tomorrow, to cast their vote for the local government election.
02:06
14 Mar 24
Plus, a Toowoomba chemist has been severely damaged overnight.
Plus, a Toowoomba chemist has been severely damaged overnight.
02:08
14 Mar 24
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
02:07
13 Mar 24
Early data on youth crime is promising according to a top cop, who says rates are on the decline in 13 out of 15 regions across the state.
Early data on youth crime is promising according to a top cop, who says rates are on the decline in 13 out of 15 regions across the state.
02:08
13 Mar 24
A 40-year-old woman has died in hospital from her injuries, following a crash in the South Burnett.
A 40-year-old woman has died in hospital from her injuries, following a crash in the South Burnett.
02:08
12 Mar 24
Plus, cops charge more than 700 people on over 1,300 offences, as a high visibility operation marks it's one-year milestone.
Plus, cops charge more than 700 people on over 1,300 offences, as a high visibility operation marks it's one-year milestone.
02:06
12 Mar 24
The Darling Downs Health board chairman has announced his retirement, after more than two decades in state politics.
The Darling Downs Health board chairman has announced his retirement, after more than two decades in state politics.
02:05
11 Mar 24
Plus, investigations continue into the stabbing death of a man in the South Burnett.
Plus, investigations continue into the stabbing death of a man in the South Burnett.
02:06
11 Mar 24
Plus, Forensic Crash Unit investigating fatal Gatton two-vehicle prang.
Plus, Forensic Crash Unit investigating fatal Gatton two-vehicle prang.
02:08
10 Mar 24
Police have added extra charges to the wrap sheet of a 24 year old Newtown man who's accused of depravation of liberty and sexual assault. Detectives from the Toowoomba CIB have added two counts of sexual assault and one count each of unlawful assault and common assault relating to two separate incidents.
Police have added extra charges to the wrap sheet of a 24 year old Newtown man who's accused of depravation of liberty and sexual assault. Detectives from the Toowoomba CIB have added two counts of sexual assault and one count each of unlawful assault and common assault relating to two separate incidents.
02:09
8 Mar 24
Early reports say that a Toyota Corolla veered off the Warrego Highway yesterday at about 3pm and rolled.
Early reports say that a Toyota Corolla veered off the Warrego Highway yesterday at about 3pm and rolled.
02:08
7 Mar 24
Police and fire investigators are trying to determine the cause of a blaze that has killed a 45-year-old man in Highfields this morning.
Police and fire investigators are trying to determine the cause of a blaze that has killed a 45-year-old man in Highfields this morning.
02:08
7 Mar 24
New legislation passed in Parliament yesterday, with the standalone offence to carry a maximum penalty of 14 years behind bars.
New legislation passed in Parliament yesterday, with the standalone offence to carry a maximum penalty of 14 years behind bars.
02:07
6 Mar 24
It comes after officers were called to a Buckland Street address in Harristown on Saturday where they found her body in the front yard. Investigators are putting together a report for the coroner.
It comes after officers were called to a Buckland Street address in Harristown on Saturday where they found her body in the front yard. Investigators are putting together a report for the coroner.
02:07
6 Mar 24
Outgoing Toowoomba Councilor Nancy Sommerfield says her last term in the Water and Waste portfolio has been one of exclusion.
Outgoing Toowoomba Councilor Nancy Sommerfield says her last term in the Water and Waste portfolio has been one of exclusion.
02:06
5 Mar 24
Thousands of chickens have been rescued after being abandoned at an egg farm south of Toowoomba.
Thousands of chickens have been rescued after being abandoned at an egg farm south of Toowoomba.
02:08
5 Mar 24
A 24-year-old man charged with depravation of Liberty and sexual assault has been kept in the Toowoomba watch-house overnight after the court was unable to source an interpreter for his appearance.
A 24-year-old man charged with depravation of Liberty and sexual assault has been kept in the Toowoomba watch-house overnight after the court was unable to source an interpreter for his appearance.
02:08
4 Mar 24
The Electoral Commission of Queensland's Wade Lewis says just like state and federal elections, voting is compulsory.
The Electoral Commission of Queensland's Wade Lewis says just like state and federal elections, voting is compulsory.
02:08
4 Mar 24
It's as the state mandated spillway upgrade to Cressbrook dam could cost $300 Million Dollars.
It's as the state mandated spillway upgrade to Cressbrook dam could cost $300 Million Dollars.
02:07
4 Mar 24
Officers say a 36-year-old woman entered what she thought was a ride-share vehicle in the CBD on Saturday night and was taken inside a structure on a Newtown property.
Officers say a 36-year-old woman entered what she thought was a ride-share vehicle in the CBD on Saturday night and was taken inside a structure on a Newtown property.
02:07
3 Mar 24
The incident happened on Tuesday night.
The incident happened on Tuesday night.
02:08
1 Mar 24
Plus, a woman's been airlifted to hospital following a serious bus and vehicle crash.
Plus, a woman's been airlifted to hospital following a serious bus and vehicle crash.
02:05
29 Feb 24
Plus, more funding for Endometriosis.
Plus, more funding for Endometriosis.
02:08
29 Feb 24
Plus, the use of vaping triples in just three years.
Plus, the use of vaping triples in just three years.
02:08
28 Feb 24
Plus, the Western Clydesdales CEO calls for upgrades to the Toowoomba Sports Ground.
Plus, the Western Clydesdales CEO calls for upgrades to the Toowoomba Sports Ground.
02:08
28 Feb 24
Two teens have been missing for over a week from the Lockyer Valley, prompting an urgent plea from police to help find them.
Two teens have been missing for over a week from the Lockyer Valley, prompting an urgent plea from police to help find them.
02:07
27 Feb 24
"Direction 14" introduced in December 2021, required all police officers and staff to be vaccinated against Covid.
"Direction 14" introduced in December 2021, required all police officers and staff to be vaccinated against Covid.
02:05
27 Feb 24
Plus, former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann's alleged rape case in Toowoomba will move to its next phase.
Plus, former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann's alleged rape case in Toowoomba will move to its next phase.
02:07
26 Feb 24
Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann's alleged rape case in Toowoomba will move to its next phase, with a committal hearing to take place mid-year.
Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann's alleged rape case in Toowoomba will move to its next phase, with a committal hearing to take place mid-year.
02:05
26 Feb 24
Stats reveal 87% of electorates have a declining number bulk billing GP clinics.
Stats reveal 87% of electorates have a declining number bulk billing GP clinics.
02:07
25 Feb 24
Plus, Toowoomba Supercar driver claims first win for Red Bull.
Plus, Toowoomba Supercar driver claims first win for Red Bull.
02:05
25 Feb 24
A mayoral candidate in Cairns is facing accusations of plagiarism after a recent social media post shared some stark similarities to Toowoomba Councilor Dr Rebecca Vonhoff's candidacy announcement.
A mayoral candidate in Cairns is facing accusations of plagiarism after a recent social media post shared some stark similarities to Toowoomba Councilor Dr Rebecca Vonhoff's candidacy announcement.
02:08
23 Feb 24
Home thefts actually decreased in Toowoomba last year according to RACQ claims data. We were still the seventh worst hit region in the state behind Cairns, Townsville and most of Brisbane.
Home thefts actually decreased in Toowoomba last year according to RACQ claims data. We were still the seventh worst hit region in the state behind Cairns, Townsville and most of Brisbane.
02:07
22 Feb 24
In this LiSTNR exclusive, we look at the increasing role of artificial intelligence in campaigns overseas, and what that could mean for Queenslanders voting in the upcoming local and state elections.
In this LiSTNR exclusive, we look at the increasing role of artificial intelligence in campaigns overseas, and what that could mean for Queenslanders voting in the upcoming local and state elections.
03:26
22 Feb 24
Yvette D'ath will remain in the role until October, when she'll then step away as the Member for Redcliffe.
Yvette D'ath will remain in the role until October, when she'll then step away as the Member for Redcliffe.
02:08
22 Feb 24
One of the teens is in a serious condition after suffering neck chest and abdominal injuries, the other stable while a third declined transport. Police say there is no indication the car is stolen.
One of the teens is in a serious condition after suffering neck chest and abdominal injuries, the other stable while a third declined transport. Police say there is no indication the car is stolen.
02:07
21 Feb 24
The Toowoomba Regional Council has approved a submission to the Olympic Infrastructure Review that backs upgrades for the Toowoomba Sports Ground and the Showgrounds.
The Toowoomba Regional Council has approved a submission to the Olympic Infrastructure Review that backs upgrades for the Toowoomba Sports Ground and the Showgrounds.
02:08
20 Feb 24
She today announced she won't be renewing her contract for a further three years.
She today announced she won't be renewing her contract for a further three years.
04:50
20 Feb 24
In the midst of a youth crime crisis, Katarina Carroll has confirmed she won't seek a further 3-year contract.
In the midst of a youth crime crisis, Katarina Carroll has confirmed she won't seek a further 3-year contract.
02:08
20 Feb 24
The Member for Maranoa and Leader of the Nationals David Littleproud wants to 'lead the community' in a conversation about nuclear reactors.
The Member for Maranoa and Leader of the Nationals David Littleproud wants to 'lead the community' in a conversation about nuclear reactors.
02:07
19 Feb 24
Early reports say the truck left the Gore Highway and burst into flames at 3:30am. One person was located dead inside vehicle and officers are working to identify them.
Early reports say the truck left the Gore Highway and burst into flames at 3:30am. One person was located dead inside vehicle and officers are working to identify them.
02:08
19 Feb 24
Emergency services were called to an Alford Street property in the early hours yesterday morning to kind a man with a laceration to his neck.
Emergency services were called to an Alford Street property in the early hours yesterday morning to kind a man with a laceration to his neck.
02:07
18 Feb 24
The member for Groom believes it might be time to look a new policy that would support smaller member owned banks, rather than the big 4.
The member for Groom believes it might be time to look a new policy that would support smaller member owned banks, rather than the big 4.
02:08
15 Feb 24
It follows reports officers are calling in sick and refusing to go out in marked cars, for fear of being targeted by young criminals.
It follows reports officers are calling in sick and refusing to go out in marked cars, for fear of being targeted by young criminals.
02:08
15 Feb 24
With nominations for the local government elections now closed, we have a clear view of the field ahead of voting day on March 16.
With nominations for the local government elections now closed, we have a clear view of the field ahead of voting day on March 16.
02:08
14 Feb 24
Premier Steven Miles is confident his government can reach this goal.
Premier Steven Miles is confident his government can reach this goal.
02:05
14 Feb 24
It's as around a $1 billion is being spent in an attempt to eradicate the pests from Queensland by 2032.
It's as around a $1 billion is being spent in an attempt to eradicate the pests from Queensland by 2032.
02:05
13 Feb 24
Darling Downs Police claim there has been a 16% drop in youth offending across the region over the las year.
Darling Downs Police claim there has been a 16% drop in youth offending across the region over the las year.
02:08
13 Feb 24
A former School Student is suing the Catholic Diocese of Toowoomba...for failing in its duty of care to not expose children to risk. He claims he was raped multiple times by long serving Toowoomba Priest Father James Byrne in the late 2000's.
A former School Student is suing the Catholic Diocese of Toowoomba...for failing in its duty of care to not expose children to risk. He claims he was raped multiple times by long serving Toowoomba Priest Father James Byrne in the late 2000's.
02:06
12 Feb 24
Our regions hospitals had nearly 50,000 patients through the ED's in the December quarter.
Our regions hospitals had nearly 50,000 patients through the ED's in the December quarter.
02:06
12 Feb 24
The classic red rose is out, and hot pink mixed with red is in this Valentine’s Day, according to one local florist.
The classic red rose is out, and hot pink mixed with red is in this Valentine’s Day, according to one local florist.
02:07
11 Feb 24