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Vol. 26
THURSDAY, June 23, 2022
Toowoomba to Warwick pipeline coming
The water supply for Cambooya, Greenmount and Nobby is set to be connected to Wivenhoe Dam in the next few years following an announcement by the Queensland Government that the long-awaited pipeline is going ahead. The announcement was made last Tuesday after the Premier “Construction of the pipeline will deliver approximately hosted a community cabinet meeting in Stanthorpe. 420 jobs to the local communities, as well as long-term water More than $300 million for water security and regional security, which is critical to jobs, economic growth and development has been committed. liveability of Queensland communities,” she said. Premier Palaszczuk said the pre-construction phase could The announcement caught Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul start within the next few months, with a proposed completion Antonio by surprise, despite the Council’s crucial role in the date of mid-2026, subject to consultation with the councils. project. Mayor Antonio said he would welcome conversations with the State Government to discuss the Toowoomba to Warwick water pipeline. AIRCON NOT FEELING “While we’ve been given updates on the project over the past LIKE IT’S WORKING? year or so, we weren’t aware there would be an announcement HAS A FUNKY SMELL? IT’S TIME FOR A yesterday until I received a call in the morning from the ZERO DEGREES Minister for Regional Development and Manufacturing and LEAKING WATER? HYGIENE SERVICE Minister for Water,” Mayor Antonio said. BY THE TEAM. “Since the announcement, Minister Butcher has again been BEFORE in contact with myself and I welcome further discussions on the matter as it’s important we understand the full details of the proposal.“At this stage we’re unclear of how this pipeline will work so it’s important we have the necessary conversations before we commit to the project. AFTER “In saying this, from the information we’ve seen, I’m pleased our southern townships have been included in the proposed line and the focus from the State Government on Locally owned water security.” The announcement came with few details about how the pipeline will work, including what its exact route will be. It is known that the total length is 108.7 kilometres of pipes, pumps and reservoirs to carry water from Wivenhoe Dam all RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL the way to Warwick. Minister for Water Glenn Butcher said the project will deliver a reliable drought contingency supply for the Southern info@zerodegrees.com.au Downs communities of Warwick, Allora, Killarney, Yangan zerodegrees.com.au and Stanthorpe and provide a permanent water supply for the ‘Toowoomba satellite communities’ of Nobby, Clifton, ABN 53 394 129 302 QBBC LIC 1208402 ARC LIC AUS 26909 Greenmount and Cambooya.
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“Fables” - 115 acres - The complete package! This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a sprawling property, located in a rural and tranquil position surrounded by beautiful greenspace and just a stone’s throw from the heart of Toowoomba. This unique property offers endless lifestyle/hobby farm opportunities and is perfect for the equestrian or animal husbandry enthusiast seeking room for horses or livestock. “Fables” is the ideal site to design your new complex or work with the existing infrastructure. The well-proportioned family home boasts a premier position and offers a mix of relaxed and formal living areas with casual entertaining areas overlooking your own parklike gardens and scenic setting. An unparalleled and exceptionally rare offering to the acreage small farming market showcasing slightly elevated quality fertile soil accompanied by great bore water, representing premium value! • Home offering unrestricted panoramic parklike views with exceptional aspect • Beautiful tree-lined driveway to home and surrounds • Would be an ideal wedding venue or bed & breakfast • Outside toilet and pizza oven amongst entertaining garden area •Modern plantation shutters throughout all bedrooms • Cosy combustion heating plus an open fireplace for winter • The property is fully fenced and divided into 4 paddocks • Fully functioning windmill bore plus electric submersible • Numerous rainwater tanks plus a header tank for bore • Exceptionally soft drinking water for stock & domestic • Great mix of ex-farming country along Henry Rd and hill grazing country • Portable steel cattle yards with timber loading ramp • 14*m x 10*m ex-piggery could be converted to stables with power • 3 stables with adjoining day yard plus chook/dog house • 24*m x 14*m dog pens, formerly housed Greyhounds • 10*m x 8*m meat house with power & working cold room • Room to build your own arena near house & infrastructure • Easy access to quality public/private primary & high schools View by appointment Myles Cosgrove 0419 271 247
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