Updates from the Toowoomba Region

Council Meetings

The next meetings of Council’s Standing Committees will be held on 13 and 14 March commencing at 9am. The next Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held on 20 February commencing at 10am. A special Meeting of Council will be held on 21 February commencing at 2pm to consider reports relating to development applications. All meetings are at City Hall, 541 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba.

Seniors Concerts

The Seniors Concerts are set to rock the region once more! Enjoy Classics with Cathy at the Toowoomba All Seasons Function Centre 27 February. Doors open 9.30am, free entry and morning tea. For more info and to book your seat call

131 872 or visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/events

Telstra Technology Awards

Calling all High School students in years 10-12! Could your bright idea be the next thing to change the world? No idea is too big or small, enter your team into this year’s Telstra Technology Awards. For competition, entry and prize details visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/mayorstechawards Checking your rates balance Customers who make payment instalments towards their rates can easily log on at any time to get a current outstanding balance by going to www.tr.qld.gov.au then clicking on the link.

Cooee!

Join the Mayor in welcoming new and returning international students to our region. There will be heaps of fun with a BBQ, working dog displays, live music and more to showcase our wonderful Aussie culture. 25 February, Cobb & Co Museum, 2-6pm. For more details visit www.tr.qld. gov.au/events

Community Grants

Applications are now open for Community and not-for-profit groups to help stage or conduct their activities or events. Applications close March 1, 2018. For more information or assistance with completing an application call 131 872 or visit www.tr.qld.gov/grants No Joining Fee Milne Bay and Highfields Aquatic and Fitness centres are offering a zero $ joining fee in February along with $25 Personal training session. Purchase personal training sessions in February to use throughout the year. For more info contact MBAC 4688 6330 or HFR 4699 6530 or visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/pools THRIVE Our new THRIVE project is packed with outdoor adventure and everyone is welcome to get involved. Join us for bushwalking 25 February, Picnic Point, 9am. For more information on the project visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/change