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Toowoomba

Located just 90 minutes from Brisbane, Toowoomba crowns the edge of the Great Dividing Range 800 metres above sea level, overlooking the Lockyer Valley laid out below.

Queensland's garden city, Toowoomba has more than 250 public parks and gardens. Enjoy free live music in three of Toowoomba's major parks: Picnic Point, Laurel Bank and Queens Park held each Sunday in January and February. Pack a picnic and enjoy sultry summer days in the great outdoors. From March to May mellow tints of red and gold mark the autumn showing. In the winter months, enjoy rugging up and winding down. Spicy scents of local wines and delicious foods will tantalise the taste buds and warm the soul. In spring the gardens are a kaleidoscope of colour. The city celebrates the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers (opens in new window), held annually in September.

Last Updated on Saturday, 19 February 2011 20:21

Cabarlah

Specialist shops, cafés and restaurants are located along the highway, set around a central grassy square. A great spot to stop for a good country pub meal at the Farmers Arms Tavern, the longest continually licensed pub in Queensland. Nearby is the original railway station-master's house which now is home to Colours of San Cris; a South American-themed shop full of colourful treasures. On the hill is the Black Forest Hill Grandfather and Cuckoo Clock Centre (opens in new window), an impressive collection of traditional quirky cuckoo clocks.

Last Updated on Saturday, 19 February 2011 20:22

Cambooya

Cambooya is the heart of Steele Rudd Country. Australian author Arthur Hoey Davis, who wrote under the pen-name 'Steele Rudd' and best known for 'On Our Selection', spent much of his childhood on his family's small block at Emu Creek near East Greenmount.

Last Updated on Saturday, 19 February 2011 20:25

Clifton

Situated half way between Toowoomba and Warwick on the wide fertile plains of the Darling Downs, Clifton was once a large wheat growing area. It now has a diverse range of agriculture including cattle, cereal crops, sunflowers, peanut and honey production.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:17

Cooyar

Cooyar is located north of Toowoomba on the New England Highway. The suspension bridge in Swinging Bridge Park was rebuilt in 1988 after a devastating flood swept away the previous bridge along with a number of the town's buildings. It is quite common for visitors to spot a platypus from the bridge. Cooyar's annual show features great country competitions, including a night rodeo. Cooyar also boasts the tiny Palms National Park, which preserves remnant rainforest and a stand of piccabeen palms in a spring-fed gully.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 02 February 2011 16:12

Crows Nest

Perched on the crest of the Great Dividing Range, the old timber town of Crows Nest lies amongst undulating hills and is built around the attractive village green. In the centre of the green, is the statue of Jimmy Crow, after whom the town was named. Its streets are filled with striking old buildings that house antique shops, cafés, galleries and a museum.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:23

Goombungee

Goombungee's streets are lined with jacarandas and silky oaks which provide a spectacular display in late spring. The Pioneer Arms Hotel dates back to 1897 and still serves hearty country fare. The Rosalie Gallery hosts an ever-changing display of fine art exhibitions. A challenging nine hole golf course welcomes visitors.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:24

Hampton

Situated at the top of the escarpment is the picturesque village of Hampton. This quaint town is surrounded by forests and striking natural beauty and is the heart of the high country at 715m above sea level. It is home to a thriving art community and its rich volcanic soils and temperate climate make it one of south east Queensland's most productive food bowls.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:28

Highfields

Just a short drive north of Toowoomba along the New England Highway is Highfields, a blooming community with many unique and specialised art, craft and food outlets. Beautiful parks, delightful walking tracks and a historical village make this a lovely spot to spend a day or two.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:32

Jondaryan

Built in 1859, the Jondaryan Woolshed (opens in new window) is Queensland's oldest operating woolshed. Open seven days, Jondaryan Woolshed is the centrepiece of the Open Air Working Museum, which was established in 1975 to showcase the history of Jondaryan station and its role in the development of the pastoralism on the Darling Downs. Stroll back in time through a fascinating complex of historic buildings, machinery, equipment and collections. Here you can re-enact the lifestyles and skills of our rural pioneers and see shearing displays and demonstrations, sheep dog trials, bullock and horse teams, blacksmithing, vintage tractors, engines, trucks and cars.

Last Updated on Saturday, 19 February 2011 20:23

Kingsthorpe

Kingsthorpe is a 15 minute panoramic drive west of Toowoomba and 2nd to None Winery (opens in new window) is located in the area. The lookout, just outside Kingsthorpe at Mt Kingsthorpe Park, has a graded walking track from the car park to the summit which provides expansive views across the Darling Downs.

Last Updated on Saturday, 19 February 2011 20:25

Maclagan and Quinalow

Maclagan, situated at the foothills of the Bunya Mountains, is a very close neighbour to Quinalow, another friendly country town. Maclagan is home to Rimfire Winery (opens in new window) and Rangemore Estate Winery (opens in new window). Walk through the old Muntapa Rail Tunnel (opens in new window) and see the colony of bent-winged bats that call it home. The area has recently been upgraded with picnic and barbecue facilities, a viewing platform, toilet facilities and walking trails. Interpretive signage tells the story about the workers who dug the 287 metre long tunnel by hand in 1913.

Last Updated on Saturday, 19 February 2011 20:26

Millmerran

Located on the western fringe of the Darling Downs, Millmerran benefits from the rich agricultural area of the Condamine and Macintyre catchments.

Commodore Peak lookout has a panoramic view over Millmerran which is home to a series of larger than life murals that depict stages of the town and the district's history. The Mt Basalt reserve, just 19km south of Millmerran, is a unique geological and environmental landmark that features rare volcanic formations. The area offers a variety of walking trails and a lookout with spectacular views.

Last Updated on Saturday, 19 February 2011 20:27

Oakey

The Museum of Australian Army Flying (opens in new window) displays every kind of aircraft flown by the Australian Army since World War 2, including the latest high-tech military helicopters. There are other remarkable flying machines including a replica Bristol Box kite, as used to train pilots in World War 1.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:24

Pittsworth

Pittsworth, a pleasant 30 minute drive from Toowoomba, boasts some of the richest farming land in the country and is commonly referred to as the Heart of the Darling Downs.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:26

Ravensbourne

Perched on the edge of the Great Dividing Range, Ravensbourne Park was a traditional bush tucker refreshment stop for Aboriginal people en route to and from the Bunya Mountains nut festivals. Once, rainforest covered most of the area but timber cutters and dairy farmers changed the landscape over the years. Patches of rainforest still exist and the drive along the winding Hampton-Esk road is one of the prettiest drives through spectacular scenery in Queensland.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 18:30

Write to council

Email: info@toowoombaRC.qld.gov.au
PO Box 3021
Toowoomba Village Fair Qld 4350

Phone council

Phone
131 TRC
131 872

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Clifton	Millmerran
Crows Nest	Oakey
Goombungee	Pittsworth
Greenmount	Toowoomba
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