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to Toowoomba The city of Toowoomba is a modern provincial capital boasting beautiful heritage buildings proudly mixed with modern, dynamic architecture. The Toowoomba region offers a wide range of attraction options for the curious traveller. Perched on the edge of the Great Dividing Range and 700 metres above sea level, Toowoomba is renowned for its architecture and open spaces that overlook the Lockyer Valley. One of the city’s famous vantage points is Picnic Point Park and Lookout where you can explore the graded walks along the range escarpment, or sit back, relax and take in the view.
You might enjoy taking a relaxing stroll through one of the many beautiful parks filled with colourful blooms such as Laurel Bank Park and its Scented Garden - designed for the visually impaired; Queens Park Gardens; Lake Annand with its New Zealand themed gardens; and the University of Southern Queensland’s Japanese Garden (Ju Raku En).
Toowoomba is Queensland’s Garden City, with more than 250 public parks and gardens. In spring, the gardens are an extravaganza of colour and the city celebrates with the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in September. The festival has been running for nearly 70 years now and attracts visitors from all over Australia. If your visit coincides with this popular event, take time out to enjoy the stunning gardens on display as well as local entertainment, food, wine and more.
Toowoomba’s history has been preserved in its buildings. The magnificently restored art deco Empire Theatre attracts regular performances. A signposted drive for visitors will take you past the city’s finest architecture and the historic Russell Street precinct.
From mid–January to mid–February the city is again ablaze with floral colour. From March to May mellow tints of red and gold mark the autumn showing, when you can walk through Queens Park amongst the blanket of fallen oak, willow and liquidambar leaves.
A visit to the Cobb+Co Museum is a must, which features the National Carriage Collection - Australia’s finest collection of horse-drawn vehicles - and The Hands on Workshops where you learn an artisan skill.
For more information on the Toowoomba region, visit www.tr.qld.gov.au.
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SEE & DO From laneway dining, galleries and museums to rugged national parks, spectacular lookouts and stunning gardens, there’s plenty to see and do in Toowoomba and Darling Downs. Focussing on the paddock to plate experience, make sure you check out some of the great eateries while you’re in Toowoomba. In addition to exciting gastronomy, the city also offers great shopping. Meander down to Walton Stores, an up and coming precinct which seamlessly blends heritage architecture with an urban vibe. Enjoy laneway dining or a boutique shopping experience. Stroll through the ciy and admire the First Coat Murals where local and international artists have transformed the cityscapes. Visitors can download an app that maps out the location of each mural and provides interesting information about the artists.
Images by (main and top left) Matthew Taylor and Tourism & Events Queensland, (top middle) Tourism & Events Queensland, and (top right) Ariana Potamianakis
Surrounding Toowoomba, the greater Darling Downs area features a vast array of experiences for the visitor. Driving west through the Darling Downs will lead to rolling plains and little rural townships dotted over the
countryside, where you can chat with a local or retreat to a cosy dinner with a bottle of local wine. Heading north towards Crows Nest, you will pass through hamlets strung along the eastern escarpment of the Great Dividing Range, sprinkled with national parks, walking trails, lakes and leisure activities, cafes, museums and galleries. The southern fringes of the Darling Downs are most widely recognised as Steele Rudd country, renowned for its authentic country experiences. This unique offshoot of the Great Divide features dense rainforest, waterfalls, walking tracks, lookouts, abundant fauna and the largest remaining stand of bunya pines anywhere. Pilton, 35kms south of Toowoomba, is home to Darling Downs Zoo, a popular attraction that the whole family can enjoy.
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THE LOCAL TOWNSHIPS HIGHFIELDS Just a short drive north of Toowoomba along the New England Highway lies Highfields, a village with many unique and specialised art and crafts outlets. For lunch or refreshments try the Cafe at Abbie Lane, Chocolate Cottage Cafe, Kerb Cafe and Gelato, Urban Cup or Gourmet Cafe at Danish Flower Art.
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Further along the highway is Cabarlah, a great spot to stop for a pub meal. On the hill sits the Black Forest Hill Cuckoo Clock Centre boasting traditional as well as quirky cuckoo and grandfather clocks. A short stroll away are antiques, cafes and giftware stores. For lunch, try the historic Farmer’s Arms Hotel, The Nest Cafe Cabarlah or Colours of San Cris.
Perched on the edge of the Great Dividing Range, Ravensbourne was a traditional bush tucker refreshment stop for Aboriginal people en route to and from the Bunya Mountain nut festivals. The drive along the winding Hampton-Esk Road is one of the prettiest drives through this part of Queensland. While in Ravensbourne, make sure you check out Ravensbourne Ridge Cafe. Beutel’s Lookout located in the Ravensbourne National Park is simply stunning.
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Situated at the top of the escarpment, and also home to the region’s visitor information centre, 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 715 metres 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.
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Be sure to check out the Salts Antiques and Memorabilia while you’re in town. For an upmarket bistro specialising in local produce, Emeraude Bistro is the perfect stop over. The Hampton Festival occurring in May celebrates everything food, art and culture.
Perched on the crest of the Great Dividing Range, the old timber town of Crows Nest is nestled amongst picturesque hills and is built around an attractive village green. The striking old buildings house antique shops, cafes, galleries and a museum. Crows Nest National Park, 6kms east of the township, is well worth a visit.
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For golfing enthusiasts, City Golf Club in Toowoomba boasts an 18 hole course as well as a mini golf course for the kids to enjoy. Located at 254 South Street, the club also offers dining and entertainment. Toowoomba has 70kms of cycling paths, which provide plenty of opportunity to explore the region. Try the Caledonian Estate Ride, Jubilee Mountain Bike Park or Wetlands Ride to get started. The Toowoomba Cycling Criterium Track features a 1.76km undulating circuit which provides something for both recreational riders and the more serious cyclist.
Toowoomba and Darling Downs offer a number of top fishing spots for the keen angler. Lakes Cressbrook and Cooby both support a combination of stocked and naturally occurring fish, including Murray cod, silver perch and eel-tailed catfish. For the enthusiastic camper, there are full camping facilities available near the water’s edge at Lake Cressbrook. There are also many camping hot spots throughout Darling Downs, including Crows Nest National Park.
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The High Country Drive is a half day tour that encompasses the Ravensbourne and Crows Nest National Parks. The Open Plains Country Drive is an afternoon drive that will take you to Pittsworth Historical Village. Alternatively, you can venture along the Great Bunya Mountain Drive, which features the Bunya Mountains National Park, Dalby Pioneer Park Museum and Jondaryan Woolshed. And finally, the Steele Rudd Country Drive is a half day drive that traverses the countryside to Sister Kenny Museum and Rudd’s Hut.
The Darling Downs’ galleries and heritage exhibitions are focal points of rural history and memorabilia, from woolsheds to Steele Rudd (author of the ‘Dad & Dave’ stories), antiques and contemporary art. Check out the iconic Cobb+Co Museum or catch an exhibition at the Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery. The Highfields Pioneer Village, open 10am to 4pm daily, showcases a slab cottage, museums and a toy shop. Empire Theatre has an exciting calendar of events from theatre performances to dance, music and comedy.
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DISCOVER THE HIGH COUNTRY The region from Highfields to Crows Nest stretches along the New England Highway two hours northwest of Brisbane and just north of Toowoomba. The area offers striking scenery and breathtaking views with an intriguing mix of natural and cultural attractions ‌ the perfect place to relax and unwind. Following the New England Highway, you will find yourself meandering along the escarpment of the Great Dividing Range through quaint and charming towns. To the east is the spectacular view of the escarpment country to the coast, west is the rich and rolling country of the Darling Downs, and to the north is the outlook to the Bunya Mountains. Sunday drivers or overnight visitors have access to a veritable playground of unique experiences and natural beauty. Take a scenic drive through the welcoming villages of Highfields, Cabarlah, Geham, Hampton, Ravensbourne, Pechey, Haden and Crows Nest. Be tempted to stop off and discover the many enticing attractions such as specialist nurseries, gourmet cafes, antique stores, weekend markets, the Spring Bluff Historic Railway Station, 4x4 trails, fine art galleries and folk museums. Off the beaten track, Goombungee boasts Rosalie Gallery, a little gem that features
a rotating calendar of exhibitions. Drop into the Meringandan Hotel, renowned for great country grub. The area has two National Parks - Ravensbourne and Crows Nest - with walking tracks, picnic spots and lookouts for your enjoyment. Lakes Cooby and Cressbrook are ideal locations for water sport activities, camping, fishing and boating. If you enjoy birdwatching, bushwalking, sailing or fishing then you will find plenty to keep you entertained while breathing the fresh high country air and enjoying the great outdoors. The region is known for its abundant birdlife and has an active birding community which has compiled brochures and extensive bird lists. There are many sites around to spot birds and the Crows Nest National Park and Ravensbourne National Park are alive with wildlife. You can relax and enjoy a picnic at Beutel’s Lookout at Ravensbourne National Park having the best vantage point of the escarpment country over the plains of the Lockyer Valley. Lie on the grass and watch the clouds float by while listening to the serene sounds of the forest.
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BUNYA DRIVE The Great Bunya Drive is a beautiful drive through the scenic country landscapes of Darling Downs and South Burnett.
West of Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, the Great Bunya Drive incorporates the magnificent Bunya Mountains National Park, freshwater dams, pastoral homesteads and rural towns dotted throughout Darling Downs and South Burnett. There are wineries, gourmet cafes, heritage museums and country markets waiting to be explored along the way. For generations, people have gathered at the Bunya Mountains, which was declared a National Park in 1908, and is the second oldest in Queensland. This natural wonderland was formed about 30 million years ago and shelters the largest stand of ancient bunya pines in the world today. The Bunya Mountains is a mix of moist rainforest, dry rainforest, grasslands, open forests and woodlands, and is also home to distinct plant and animal communities, with over 30 rare and threatened species.
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The Great Bunya Drive is a lovely, relaxing way to spend time exploring the region. It meanders for 390kms so there’s plenty to see and do along the way. For more information on this renowned scenic route, visit the Toowoomba Visitor Information Centre at 86 James Street (Warrego Highway) in Toowoomba or call 1800 331 155.
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Regional Markets,
FOOD & WINE For foodies, there are award winning restaurants, stylish coffee shops, bars and markets in the region. With the region’s commitment to paddock to plate experiences, Toowoomba serves up a delicious array of food drawing on quality regional produce. Enjoy alfresco dining that highlights the fresh produce of the region including, of course, the finest steaks that the Darling Downs can provide, complemented by a fine wine from one of the many wineries. The region’s vineyards operate cellar doors with great wines and picturesque views. You can also check out some of the markets in the region.
Every Sunday of the month, 7am - 12.30pm 219a James Street, Toowoomba
CROWS NEST LIONS VILLAGE MARKETS 1st Sunday of the month, 7am - 12pm Centenary Park, Crows Nest
GLENGALLAN SEASONAL FARMERS MARKETS
MY LOCAL FEAST FARMERS’ MARKETS
1st Sunday of Mar, Jun, Sep & Dec, 8am - 1pm Glengallan Homestead, New England Hwy, Allora
Every Thursday of the month, 12pm - 6pm Empire Theatre’s lawn, Neil Street, Toowoomba
MARGARET ST MARKET
TWILIGHT MARKETS
1st Sunday of the month, 8am - 2pm Toowoomba CBD
1st Friday of the month, 3pm - 8pm Abbie Lane, New England Hwy, Highfields
PITTSWORTH LIONS CLUB MARKETS
NOBBY COUNTRY MORNING TEA MARKETS
3rd Sunday Apr & Nov, 8am - 12pm Pittsworth Pioneer Village, Pioneer Way
1st Saturday of the month, 8.30am - 11.30am Sister Kenny Street, Nobby
QUEENS PARK CRAFT MARKETS
HIGHFIELDS VILLAGE MARKETS
3rd Sunday of the month/ 4th Sun Sept, 8am - 1pm Lindsay Street, Toowoomba
2nd Saturday of the month, 12pm-4/5pm Highfields Village Shopping Centre
CABARLAH COUNTRY MARKETS
PITTSWORTH COUNTRY MARKETS Last Saturday of the month, 8am - 1pm Cnr Gore Hwy and Short Street, Pittsworth
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PCYC MARKETS
Last Sunday of month / 2nd Sun Dec, 8am - 12.30pm New England Hwy, Cabarlah
Calendar of
EVENTS JANUARY
AUGUST
• Australia Day events across region
• Toowoomba Languages and Cultural Festival, Queens Park, Pittsworth
• Summer Tunes, Toowoomba region parks
SEPTEMBER
MARCH
• Spring Orchid Show, St Paul’s Church Hall, Toowoomba
• Coca Cola Queensland PGA Championships • USQ Shakespeare Festival
• Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, various venues, Toowoomba
• Felton Food Festival
• TEQ Horse Expo, Toowoomba
APRIL
• Brindabella Rhododendron and Rose Festival, Highfields
• Weetwood Day, Clifford Park Racecourse, Toowoomba • Heritage Toowoomba Royal Show, Toowoomba Showgrounds, Toowoomba
MAY • David Hack Classic Meet, Toowoomba City Aerodrome, Toowoomba • Autumn Orchid Show
• Quilt Show – Toowoomba Quilters Club, Salo Centre, Toowoomba
OCTOBER • Australian Camp Oven Festival, Millmerran • Lost Trades Fair, Cobb+Co Museum, Toowoomba • Pittsworth Craft & Fine Food Spectacular, Pittsworth Town Hall, Pittsworth
• Hampton Festival, Hampton
NOVEMBER
• Queensland Open House, Toowoomba
• Jacaranda Day Festival, Goombungee
JUNE
• Christmas Carnival in the CBD, Toowoomba
• CRT Farmfest, Kingsthorpe Park, Kingsthorpe
DECEMBER
• Queensland Fiery Food Festival, The Woolshed at Jondaryan
• Bush Christmas Exhibition, Toowoomba
• Art & Collectors Fair & Exhibition, Founders Pavilion, Toowoomba Showgrounds, Toowoomba
JULY • Toowoomba Camellia and Winter Flower Show, TAFE Horticulture Centre, Toowoomba
• Toowoomba Christmas Wonderland, Queens Park Gardens, Toowoomba • New Year’s Eve Fire Works, Queens Park, Toowoomba • New Year’s Eve Bush Dance, Jondaryan
For more information on what’s on, visit www.tr.qld.gov.au.
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FEBRUARY
Essential
SERVICES POLICE Toowoomba Police Station
131 444
MEDICAL Toowoomba Public Hospital 280 Pechey Street, Toowoomba
4616 6000
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GPs on Curzon 4633 9000 Corner Curzon & Scott Streets, Toowoomba Iona Medical Centre 129 Russell Street, Toowoomba
4632 2331
James Neil Medical Centre 119 - 121 Neil Street, Toowoomba
4632 4888
Toowoomba Medical Centre 146 Drayton Road, Toowoomba
4635 6111
Toowoomba Medical & Dental Centre 4632 2899 Corner of James & West Streets, Toowoomba
DENTAL Kitchener Street Dental 19 Kitchener Street, Toowoomba
4638 5111
Margaret Street Dental 256 Margaret Street, Toowoomba
4632 2899
PHARMACIES Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse 10/323 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba
4613 0077
Priceline Pharmacy Northpoint 4632 7172 Shop 21, Northpoint Shopping Centre, Corner Ruthven & Jones Streets, North Toowoomba Thompsons Pharmacy Shop No 2, 87-93 West Street, Toowoomba
4632 6722
Wilsonton Amcal Pharmacy 4634 3434 407 Bridge Street, Wilsonton Village Shopping Centre, Toowoomba
TRANSPORT Garden City Cabs
133 222
Translink translink.com.au/toowoomba
13 12 30
Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport www.wellcamp.com.au Qantaslink
13 13 13
Airnorth
1800 627 474
Regional Express
13 17 13
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES Toowoomba Visitor Information Centre 1800 331 155 86 James Street, Toowoomba Hampton Visitor Information Centre 8623 New England Hwy, Hampton
BANKS & ATMS Major banks and ATMs are located along Ruthven Street.
1800 009 066
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