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Can local councils revive our childcare deserts?
Early education experts want to see local councils play a bigger role in providing childcare in the bush.
New councillor “breath of fresh air” for Toowoomba
The Caller caught up with Toowoomba’s newest councillor. Edwina Farquhar.
Why can’t our council be more like Western Downs?
Toowoomba Regional Council’s new corporate plan criticised for red tape lacklustre housing policy
Katter to host Anthony Albanese at Mount Isa Rodeo
Albanese to attend Mount Isa Rodeo as first sitting PM to visit North West Queensland capital
Minister visit signals new era of regional investment
Minister for Regional Development Kristy McBain wants an “evidence-based” approach to investment.
Crisafulli’s “one regret” from his time in government
Opposition vows to address “unfair” burden for councils when setting budgets
Federal funding for rural health junior doctor training
More than $17m announced to train 340 junior doctors in rural Queensland
Council culture called out as McDonald named Mayor
By CAITLIN CROWLEY TOOWOOMBA has a new Mayor and Council has an opportunity to “reset as a group” according to Geoff McDonald, who was promoted to the top job by his colleagues after a heated meeting today. The vote to select Paul Antonio’s successor exposed deep rifts within Council ranks after veteran Councillor Carol TaylorContinue reading “Council culture called out as McDonald named Mayor”
Battle of big ideas begins at LNP Convention
We caught up with Qld Senator Susan McDonald before this weekend’s LNP Queensland