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welcome
Welcome to our 10th edition of BOLD, and our second edition for 2018.
We’ve experienced a great start to the year and there's still
plenty more to come. The first half of the year is often filled with
many events and activities across the region. We get to enjoy the
fantastic weather our region offers. As the days cool leading into
Autumn, we’re spoilt with the spectacular change of colour the
season brings. It's definitely one of the best times of the year.
ANZAC Day
In this edition of BOLD, we pause to remember our fallen soldiers
on ANZAC day. It's a reminder to be thankful for the freedom we
have living in one of the best parts of the world. This time of year is also very busy with our
show circuit commencing and Easter celebrations taking place across the region. In particular
we highlight the iconic Jondaryan Woolshed 'Easter Family Fun Weekend'. This is truly an
event to be experienced as you step back in time and enjoy ‘good ole fashioned fun’.
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One of the most exciting events coming soon will be the Commonwealth Games. We're lucky
enough to have the Queens Baton Relay coming through the region, plus the opportunity to
provide quality facilities and hospitality to teams training for the games.
Clean Up Australia Day is a fantastic way for us to get involved, show our pride and ensure
that our region remains beautiful as we showcase what we have to the world.
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No doubt many of you have reflected on what this year will bring. We recognise that
health and wellness are important aspects to our residents. We're committed to creating
opportunity for a healthy and happy region with our Change Project. I encourage you to
explore the project and get involved.
Finally, our region wouldn’t be what it is today without the community. We're working hard at
involving the community for future planning and I urge you to tell us your vision and ideas for
the region, get involved in consultations and provide feedback. We want to create the best
region and a proud region. To tell us your thoughts on specific projects or in general visit:
yoursay.tr.qld.gov.au
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Easter
5 things to do for
Easter in the Toowoomba Region is the best time to enjoy
the outdoors with the days getting a little cooler. We’ve
picked the top 5 things to do this Easter.
1 Head out for the day to the Jondaryan Woolshed
Family Fun Day
2 Go back in time at the Highfields Easter
Vintage Festival
3 Go for a bushwalk
4 Enjoy an Easter egg hunt in the park
5 Pack a picnic and head out for a country drive
To find the perfect walk, park or country drive in our region
head to www.tr.qld.gov.au
Cr Paul Antonio
MAYOR, CHAIR - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Mayor Paul Antonio
Jondaryan Woolshed
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P 07 4688 6433 F 07 4631 9170 M 0429 954 109
E [email protected]
Mayor’s Telstra
Technology Awards 2018
We’re excited to partner with Telstra and present for the first time to Toowoomba
Region, 'The Mayor’s Telstra Technology Awards'. These awards are designed for
High School students in years 10-12 to focus on using the application of technology to
change the world and bring their ideas to life. These awards are an exciting way for us
to nurture the knowledge base that exists among young people of our region,
foster a culture of entrepreneurship and highlight the importance of study in STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). For more information and entry details
visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/mayorstechawards
Key Dates
16 March Phase 1 Entries Close
6 June
Phase 2 Entries Close
28 March Finalists Announced
20 June Awards Pitch Night
Emergency
Action Guide
Are you ready if an emergency or disaster was to impact the Toowoomba Region? Included in
this edition of BOLD is the Natural Disasters and Emergency Action Guide. It's a simple step
by step guide to help you prepare your household or business for an emergency or disaster.
Take some time to read the guide, make a plan, prepare your home and business and practise
your emergency plan.
Be prepared. Stay safe.
For more information on preparing for an emergency or disaster visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/beprepared
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