Happy 60th Toowoomba West Lions

The dinner was attended by over 90 people including Member for Toowoomba North Trevor Watts, Toowoomba Region Councillors and other Lions Clubs members and of course great roll up of current members of Toowoomba West. It was rather fitting that the dinner was held at the Burke & Wills Hotel, because it was at a meeting held at Lennons Hotel (which is now the Burke & Wills) on January 21, 1963, that sixteen prospective members were prepared to join a second Lions Club in Toowoomba, with the then local Mayor Jack

Lions Club of Toowoomba West celebrated 60 years of service to the Toowoomba community with a dinner last week. McCafferty chairing the meeting.

A vote was taken to form the Lions Club of Toowoomba West, with charter President Len Walker, Secretary Allan Robertson and Treasurer Bill Goulds duly elected.

The International Charter was presented to the initial twenty-two foundation members at Lennons Hotel on Saturday night, April 6 1963.

Lions Club Toowoomba West member Merv Symons said Lionism is not a religion but a way of life, offering a great sensation from within – the love of service to the community.

“Our Club looks forward to the future with the hope of making the ensuing years even richer through Lionism,” he said.

Stately Residence on 46* hidden acres on Toowoomba’s Doorstep

“Malbrae” is a stately 6 bedroom home of grand proportions sitting on 46* private acres offering you the serenity of nature only minutes from Toowoomba. With wonderful views and seasonal creek at the bottom of the block providing the perfect picnic or camping area “Malbrae” is your own private oasis.

Entry Level: Grand foyer with Australian Red Cedar staircase leading upstairs • Large timber kitchen with electric oven and gas cooktop • Butler’s pantry with sink and dishwasher • Open plan family/dining area •Separate large lounge area with freestanding wood heater

•Guest area with bedroom and separate bathroom •Spacious laundry

Second Level: 5 generous bedrooms, main bedroom with large WIR and ensuite • Main bathroom with claw foot bath • Separate toilet

• Wrap around verandahs with beautiful views • French doors from all bedrooms onto verandah

Shedding: 20m x 13m shed with 3 phase power • Open bay shed which could easily be converted to stables

Other features: 4kW Solar system • Bore •Rainwater tank on house

Not only is “Malbrae” a magnificent family home it would also lend itself to be a great Airbnb especially being so close to Preston Winery and Preston Manor. A stately home on 46*acres on Toowoomba’s doorstep does not come around often. This presents a rare opportunity to acquire a wonderful piece of real estate.

“Malbrae” 131 Preston Boundary Road| Preston View

Auction 2 May, 580 Ruthven Street, from 6.00pm www.raywhiteruraltoowoomba.com.au