TRC approves measure to protect Region’s significant vegetation

TRC approves measure to protect Region’s significant vegetation

“People want the same thing: homes to live in, in developments done right; ecologically significant areas not left as scorched earth; clarity instead of red tape holding up applications for years with federal referrals or courts; and growth in places where people are crying out for it,” Cr Vonhoff said. “We have heard community concerns around tree clearing, particularly the extent of vegetation removal in the Highfields area, and strengthening our environmental protections in line with similar measures employed across South East Queensland local authorities. In turn, this will minimise the conflict between the need for housing and preserving existing trees.” There will be a chance for public feedback on the proposed TLPI before any amendments are submitted for the State Government’s approval.
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TRC progressing Central Highfields planning

TRC progressing Central Highfields planning

Details Last Updated: Friday, 20 September 2024 09:11 Published: Friday, 20 September 2024 09:12 Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) is progressing work on its Central Highfields Master Plan project.
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Council explores opportunities for indoor sports facility

Council explores opportunities for indoor sports facility

Opportunities for a new indoor sports facility on Redlands Coast will be investigated as a legacy outcome in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.At this week’s General Meetin…
Redland City Council 20 Sep 2024
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Road works update: September

Road works update: September

Below are the road works projects that have commenced or are scheduled over the next month. For a list of … Continue reading Road works update: September The post Road works update: September ap…
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Public notice: Roadworks on Macaulay Road

Public notice: Roadworks on Macaulay Road

Public notice: Roadworks on Macaulay Road Posted on September 20, 2024 Please be advised that there will be traffic and parking changes to Macaulay Road from Monday 23 September – Tuesday 12 Novemb…
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Boost for local sports clubs as upgraded Redland Bay venue opens

Boost for local sports clubs as upgraded Redland Bay venue opens

Community sports clubs on southern Redlands Coast have received a major boost, with works wrapping up recently on a major upgrade to the popular Charlie Buckler Memorial Sporting Fields in Redland Bay…
Redland City Council 20 Sep 2024
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Brisbane 2032 Board meets in Cairns

Brisbane 2032 Board meets in Cairns

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee (Brisbane 2032) Board has assembled in Cairns for the first meeting since the Paris 2024 Games, to share learnings and hear local am…
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Public notice: Valve and hydrant works – Blackwater

Public notice: Valve and hydrant works – Blackwater

Public notice: Valve and hydrant works – Blackwater Posted on September 20, 2024 Please be advised that water supply will be affected in Blackwater due to water installation works on the following …
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Council upgrades water distribution system ahead of future Highfields growth

“A secure and reliable water supply will always be the highest priority for Council and these upgrades will benefit the Highfields community for many years to come.” Toowoomba Region Deputy Mayor and…
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