Round-ups, suggestions and ideas to make your weekend better.
Where to hear live and local music around town
There’s a huge array of incredibly talented local musicians in Toowoomba.
Here’s where to find them.
Toowoomba Regional Council community grant applications are now open
The funding opportunities provide monetary support to local organisations (such as sports clubs and arts venues) in our region, and could mean a new coat of paint or weekend event for your group.
Arts Queensland announces funding for arts and live music venues
Arts community of Toowoomba, rejoice! One-off grants of are now up for grabs, to give your business a little helping hand.
Bodega launches karaoke with a live band
Although crowd reactions can’t be guaranteed, the good times can at Bodega’s new Rockaoke event.
The Live & Local Micro Festival to fill city with tunes
Music lovers will be spoilt for choice when 20 homegrown musicians and live acts come together this weekend for the Live & Local Micro Festival.
Patricia Piccinini exhibition opens at Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery
The celebrated exhibition has been on tour to six regional Queensland centres from early 2020, with the final exhibition stop preparing to open in Toowoomba this week.
Narjia Brownlie launches new collection celebrating the palette of Pablo Picasso
Known for her colourful captures of the female experience, Narjia’s collection features abstract female figures coming together in dance and delight.
The Travelling Film Festival returns to Toowoomba
The Travelling Film Festival, Australia’s longest running travelling film festival, will kick off soon with a showcase of nine feature films and two Australian shorts.
The Toowoomba Gallery moves to the brand new Rowes development
After a temporary pop-up to test their concept, Niki Hall and Bec Statton are opening a gallery space in the beautiful Russell Street development.
Norwood Roses gardeners launch a podcast series all about the dahlia
Brother and sister duo Caitlyn and Peter Mason share their passion for gardening in this ten-part series.
Collection of organic-inspired brooches wins national ‘Contemporary Wearables’ awards
Now displayed at the Regional Art Gallery, discover this collection of crafted jewellery made by over 30 talented artisans.
Anna Battle's collaboration with Milton & King launches
Debuting at the Downlands Art Exhibition from this weekend, Anna Battle’s designs will also be available to purchase on the Milton & King website.
Locally designed t-shirts now available to purchase from a vending machine
Crisp Threads is a vending machine that dispenses shirts that are locally designed, screen printed and packaged.
RAYGUN duo launch podcast talking all things art
The creators of the art gallery are now reuniting with exhibited artists to chat on life since the shows.
Downlands Art Exhibition opening as part of Carnival program
The well-regarded annual exhibition will feature 1,000 works by hundreds of artists both Australian and international.
11 local painters to have on your radar
Whether it’s for your living room, office, or a gift for a friend, we’ve rounded up a selection of painters whose work will add some much-appreciated inspiration to your life.
Sarah Walker now represented by Feather & Lawry Gallery
The Feather & Lawry Gallery is a hidden gem of the local arts scene.
In a push to include more locals, Toowoomba-based artist, Sarah Walker, is now represented by the gallery.
Regional business podcast showcases local artist
TFG Editor Phoebe Tully has been working on a podcast with USQ.
In Episode 4 of Regionally Speaking, she interviews local Toowoomba artist Anna Battle.