Talkin' Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 59 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. Hope you are enjoying the many events of the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers happening all this month. The Ergon Energy Night Garden is on every day 6 pm till 8.30 and it's free Now let's catch up with what's on this week. Monday 13.09.2021 Story Time @ Crows Nest Library 9:15am - 09:45pm Out and About with First 5 Forever Peacehaven Park, Highfields, 11:00 am - 11:30 am Tuesday14.09.2021 Story Time @ Pittsworth Library 9:30 am - 10:00 am Story Time @ Clifton Library and Community Centre 11:30am - 12:00pm Wednesday 15.09.2021 Out and About with First 5 Forever, 9:30 am - 10:00 am Queens Park A breathtaking month of flowers, flavours, and sounds, the Carnival of Flowers takes over Toowoomba in the most beautiful of ways each September. Stay tuned to the podcast for what to do and where, or go to tcof.com.au for more event details. The Night Garden at the Botanic Gardens, Queens Park every day in September 6 pm till 8:30 Thursday16.09.2021 #Carnival of flowers garden tours Departing 9 am and 1 pm from the visitor information centre on James street daily during September Full commentary, air-conditioned bus , a flower extravaganza, Book now to secure your seat at www.toowoombasightseeing.com.au or call Lindsay on 0447 070 635. $30pp for 3 hrs Parking in Kitchener Street, Friday 17.09.2021 Story Time @ City Library Community Meeting Rooms 9:45 am - 10:15 am Story Time @ Highfields Library (Sports Centre) 10:30am - 11:00am Toowoomba Orchid Show at St Paul's Lutheran Church hall, James & Phillips Streets 8:30 am - 03:00 pm daily until Tuesday 21st Festival of the Big Cow at Highfields Pioneer Village Recognising the history of the dairy industry in Australia 9:00 am - 05:00 pm Daily until Sunday 26th There is a Carnival of Flowers Info Hub running 8:30 till 4:30 Fri Sat and Sun thru-out September. at Laurel Bank Park Queens Park and Picnic Point get all your carnival info at these locations. Saturday 18.09.2021 The iconic Grand Central Floral Parade starts at 10 am departs from the corner of Herries & Hume Streets, continues along Herries Street, turns right into Ruthven Street, right into Margaret Street, left onto Hume Street, and finishes on Godsall Street Oval on the corner of Hume & Godsall Streets. There are road closures in place around Toowoomba CBD on Saturday 18 September Chalk Art in the Park at the Botanic gardens Cnr Lindsay & Campbell Sts 9.30 to 12.30 The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Sunday 19.09.2021 The

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 58 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we talk to SJA Media Services is available to anyone wanting help with their digital media. Whether it's a new website or maintenance of their current site. We also do Podcast production and hosting and audio file creation. Let us create your digital handshake Contact us for a free no-obligation quote email us info@sjamedia.com.au or call us 0427 155 399 during business hours. Now let's catch up with what's on this week. Monday 30.08.2021 Story Time @ Crows Nest Library 9:15am - 09:45pm Out and About with First 5 Forever Peacehaven Park, Highfields, 11:00 am - 11:30 am Tuesday31.08.2021 Story Time @ Pittsworth Library 9:30 am - 10:00 am Story Time @ Clifton Library and Community Centre 11:30am - 12:00pm Wednesday 01.09.2021 Out and About with First 5 Forever, 9:30 am - 10:00 am Queens Park A breathtaking month of flowers, flavours, and sounds, the Carnival of Flowers takes over Toowoomba in the most beautiful of ways each September. Stay tuned to the podcast for what to do and where, or go to tcof.com.au for more event details. The Night Garden at the Botanic Gardens, Queens Park every day in September 6 pm till 8:30 pm Thursday 02.09.2021 Carnival of flowers garden tours Departing 9 am and 1 pm from the visitor information centre on James street daily during September Full commentary, air-conditioned bus, a flower extravaganza, Book now to secure your seat at www.toowoombasightseeing.com.au or call Lindsay on 0447 070 635. $30pp for 3 hrs Parking in Kitchener Street, Friday 03.09.2021 Story Time @ City Library Community Meeting Rooms 9:45 am - 10:15 am Story Time @ Highfields Library (Sports Centre) 10:30am - 11:00am There is a Carnival of Flowers Info Hub running 8:30 till 4:30 Fri Sat and Sun thru-out September. at Laurel Bank Park Queens Park and Picnic Point get all your carnival info at these locations. Saturday 04.09.2021 10:00 am - 04:00 pm the Oakey Urban Landcare Group will open the Cockburn Landcare Research Centre during the Carnival of Flowers. Come and discover the Koala Habitat Project surrounding the Research Centre, and learn about other environmental projects in the Oakey District. Free Entry. Signs will direct from Beale Street, Oakey. Queens Park 9:30 till 12:30 Chalk Art in the Park and Live music 2 till 5 National Tree Day 2021 More than 2000 new trees and 300 native shrubs and grasses will be planted out across three Toowoomba Region parks on Saturday 4 September To register your interest, call Council on 131 872 or email info@tr.qld.gov.au The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Live music @ Laurel Bank Park Saturday and Sunday 9:30 till 12:30 and 2 till 5 Sunday 05.09.2021 The

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 57 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we talk to Rebecca from Bracknell Lodge about the BUSH CHOOKS AND ROSTERS Event on Saturday 28th August Now let's catch up with what's on this week. All this week is book week Monday 23.08.2021 Story Time @ Crows Nest Library 9:15am - 09:45pm Out and About with First 5 Forever Peacehaven Park, Highfields, 11:00 am - 11:30 am Tuesday 24.08.2021 Story Time @ Pittsworth Library 9:30 am - 10:00 am Story Time @ Oakey Library 11:30am - 12:00pm Wednesday 25.08.2021 Out and About with First 5 Forever, 9:30 am - 10:00 am Queens Park Thursday 26.08.2021 Oakey Mayoral Prayer Breakfast 6:00 am - 08:00 am Oakey Cultural Centre Friday 27.08.2021 Story Time @ City Library Community Meeting Rooms 9:45 am - 10:15 am Story Time @ Highfields Library (Sports Centre) 10:30am - 11:00am Cobb and Co Trivia Night @ Cobb n Co celebrating National Science week 6 till 8 PM tickets online Wear It Purple Toowoomba 3:00 pm - 06:00 pm Civic Square, Toowoomba Live Music, Information Stalls, Prizes, and Giveaways Community Bushfire Discussion for Ravensbourne and surrounding area 5:30 pm - 09:00 pm @ Perseverance Hall Saturday 28.08.2021 Silk Painting Workshops with Lynda Georgeson at her studio in, Crows Nest 2 sessions available both Saturday and Sunday check council events page for more details The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Bush Chooks and Roosters 2 till 11:45 Pm a fun day for the whole family @ Bracknell Lodge supporting Tonys kitchen Sunday 29.08.2021 The Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6 am Have a Go Pottery Workshop @ Wild Woman Designs studio 8588 New England Highway, Hampton, 12:30 pm - 02:30 pm Well, that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus, find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au remember to tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing and listening to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 56 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we hear from a local author who is launching a book to help young children with their fears of going to sleep just in time for next week which is book week Now let's catch up with what's on this week. Wednesday 18.08.2021 Out and About with First 5 Forever, 9:30am - 10:00 am Queens Park Friday 20.08.2021 Story Time @ City Library Community Meeting Rooms 9:45 am - 10:15 am Story Time @ Highfields Library (Sports Centre) 10:30am - 11:00am Saturday 21.08.2021 Silk Painting Workshops with Lynda Georgeson at her studio in, Crows Nest 2 sessions available both Saturday and Sunday check council events page for more details The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Blacksmithing Basics Workshop (Two Days)Cost: $410 includes expert instruction, all materials, and meals Time: 8 am - 4 pm (both days) Sunday 22.08.2021 The Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6 am Aberfeldy Farm & Barn 12 till 4 pm Free BYO event or food and coffee available from vans on site. Market stalls are set up inside the barn. Well, that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus, find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au remember to tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing and listening to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

For Monday 9 August 2021 Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 55 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we hear from the Catholic Care Family Relationship Centre and what they do to help the community Now lets catch up on some news around town and what's on this week. Monday 9.08.2021 Storytime is on again all this week at various locations around the Toowoomba Region including Crows Nest Pittsworth, Oakey, Queens Park, Highfields and Toowoomba, check council events pages for days, times and locations Friday 13.08.2021 40 min Sci-Fi Short Film produced in Toowoomba & South-East Queensland. Join us for the Official Premiere of 'Cadence'! at the Strand Theatre Toowoomba from 7:00pm Sunny Vicars accomplished small-group singer performs All that Jazz is featured at Toowoomba Jazz Society Jazz Night 7:45pm - 10:45pm North Toowoomba Bowls Club, Saturday14.08.2021 Silk Painting Workshops with Lynda Georgeson at her studio in, Crows Nest 2 sessions available both Saturday and Sunday check council events page for more details The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Sunday 15.08.2021 The Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6am Tour the Royal Bull's Head Inn, 59 Brisbane Street , Drayton 10:00am - 02:00pm Darling Downs Trike Tours offers tours to suit every budget and taste 9:30am - 01:00pm Queens Park Frogs Hollow, Crn Hume & Margaret Streets, TOOWOOMBA Well that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au remember to tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing and listening to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 54 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week I am talking to Kate from Classic Beauty Therapy they can now proudly say that they are Toowoomba's first Sustainable Salon and the first in Queensland. Hear what all this means. Now let's catch up on some news around town and what's on this week. Well, we attended the Christmas in July Networking Event on Saturday hosted by Terri Adams-Munn from Ten Thousand Dreams, and Dale Kaschula of Kasch Designs & Personal Styling.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ What a great night of fun and Christmas celebrations in July. Saturday 24.07.2021 The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Sunday 25.07.2021 Italian Cooking Workshop with Foodie Shots Come and enjoy a Foodie Shots Cooking Workshops with one of Toowoomba's longest-serving chefs Stephen Simon as he takes you through many of the techniques and sharing inside tips and tricks to ensure you can wow your family and friends. @ Rosalie House Vineyard and Cellar Door, see foodieshots.com.au for details TOOWOOMBA FASHION MARKET 8 till 12 its free · 520 Ruthven St, Entry is via Kwong Sang Walk Miniature Train & Vintage Model T Bus Running Day, 10 AM – 2:30 PM Highfields Pioneer Village The Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6 am Well, that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus, find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au remember to tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing and listening to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Ep 53 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week I am talking to Toowoomba’s young entrepreneur Hamish Brown better known as Hammy’s Cupcakes. A young man who has his sights set on giving people enjoyment through delicious cupcakes and baking on his success. Now let's catch up on some news around town and what's on this week. Want to get Christmas festive in July get your tickets for this month's business networking event, at the Toowoomba Showgrounds, Saturday, July 17. Join us and a variety of small businesses in Toowoomba for some fun, and networking, hosted by Terri Adams-Munn from Ten Thousand Dreams, and Dale Kaschula of Kasch Designs & Personal Styling.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Monday 12.07.2021 Storytime at the Library is a great way to develop a love of reading and introduce your child to books. For kids children aged 0 to 5 years, at the Crows Nest Library, 9:15 am - 09:45 am Another session will be delivered at Peacehaven Park, Highfields. 11:00am - 11:30am See Council events page for details Tuesday 13.07.2021 U3A Open Morning for new and prospective new members to come along and meet the tutors. Find out what U3A offers and how you can become a member. 9:30am - 11:30am @ Philharmonic Performance Complex, 7 Matthews Street, Toowoomba, QLD 4350 Australia Also on Tuesday Eat Digital has an online Workshop about Email Marketing get in quick, it's on from 5:30 pm. The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Also this Saturday Cobb n Co museum has another one of their Learn the basics of blacksmithing and create your own set of blacksmithing tools Cost: $410 includes expert instruction, all materials, and meals, See Council events page or Cobb n Co website for more details The Renal Race Day will feature live racing, yabby races and plenty of raffles and auctions to be won. The race day will be held in the Clive Berghofer Grande Atrium with funds raised benefiting the Toowoomba Hospital Renal Unit and Emerge Cafe. Sunday 18.07.2021 Learn how to carve your own wooden spoon using traditional techniques and your own hands by attending this small group one day workshop from 8:30 am till 3:30 pm see council events page for details The Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6 am Queens Park Markets also this Sunday at Frogs Hollow 8 am till 1 pm Well, that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supp

For Monday 05 July 2021 Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 52 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we speak to Terri and Dale, organisers of the Christmas in July event, and hear why we as small businesses should attend and why the charity Dolly's Dream is being supported this year. We apologise up front, Dale's audio is a little scratchy, due to technical difficulties, but we all soldiered on and we have cleaned it up as best we could. Now lets catch up on some news around town and what's on this week. Want to get Christmas festive in July get your tickets for this months business networking event, at the Toowoomba Showgrounds, Saturday, July 17. Join us and a variety of small businesses in Toowoomba for some fun, and networking, hosted by Terri Adams-Munn from Ten Thousand Dreams, and Dale Kaschula of Kasch Designs & Personal Styling.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Monday 05.07.2021 Monday 05 July To Friday 09 July, Mashed Theatre is hosting Acting Workshops for young people aged 10-18 years At Canvas Coworking, Branson Room (access via Mann Street) see councils events page for all the details of times and sessions Prepare for a battle of the bots these school holidays! until Friday 9 July (weekdays only) Live shows at 10 am, 11.30 am and 1 pm Cost: $10 per child @ Cobb + Co Museum, 27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba, See council events page for details Tuesday 06.07.2021 From: Tuesday 06 July 2021 To: Sunday 22 August 2021 Exhibition | Weaving Connections by Felicity Chapman (Deadly Weavers) Location: Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery, 531 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba, QLD 4350 Australia Wednesday 07.07.2021 Artisan Boutique Market from 9 AM till 1pm at Colours Of San Cris New England Hwy Carbarlah Toowoomba Sightseeing Bus Tours Discover Toowoomba's rich history, in this 2 hr trip and gain new understanding of what makes up the 2nd biggest inland city in Australia. Departs Vistor Infomation centre in James Street at 10am. Book on line at www. Toowoombasightseeing.com.au Friday 09.07.2021 Wedding Industry & Business Leaders Breakfast from 6:30 am at the Oaks see Facebook or the link for more details The Brewhouse Opening Weekend July 9 12 pm till 11 July 6pm Congrats Adrian and Four Brothers Brewing on your new digs, cant wait to see it happening! Saturday 10.07.2021 Toowoomba Antique and Collectors Fair This Saturday 10 July 2021 and Sunday 11 July 2021 At the Toowoomba Showgrounds (Founders Pavillion), Opening times: Sat: 10th July 9am to 4pm Sun: 11th July 9 am to 2 pm Entry charges - Adult: $8 Entry charges - Child: Free Under 14 years The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Sunday 11.07.2021 SUNDAY, JULY 11, from 12pm Sunday Sesh and Markets At the Aberfeldy Farm & Barn, see Facebook events or our link for more details the

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 51 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. Now let's catch up on some news around town and what's on this week. A suite of promotional videos aimed at enticing residents and visitors to venture into the CBD precinct for work and pleasure has just been launched, Toowoomba Regional Council, The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce (including the Revitalisation Advisory Committee and Southern Queensland Country Tourism. The venture funded by the council will encourage all of us to get out and about within our own city. “Southern Queensland Country Tourism will promote these videos through all its social and digital networks.” The videos are available via the Council’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/toowoombaregion , and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce and Southern Queensland Country Tourism’s networks. Remember to get Christmas in July festive and get your tickets for next month's business networking event, at the Toowoomba Showgrounds, Saturday, July 17. Join us and a variety of small businesses in Toowoomba for some fun, and networking, hosted by Terri Adams-Munn from Ten Thousand Dreams, and Dale Kaschula of Kasch Designs & Personal Styling.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Monday 28.06.2021 from Monday to Sunday this week there a number of Art exhibitions by various artists, including, Jenny Hartley, Bruce Griffiths, Marion Bolton, and the Lindsay Collection see councils events page for details Cobb + Co Museum, 27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba 10:00 am - 02:00 pm Monday 28 June 2021 Celebrate STEM and the new Code Breakers exhibition these school holidays. Presented by Queensland Museum Network for World Science Festival Queensland. Book online: At the Cobb n Co website https://cobb.qm.qld.gov.au/Events+and+Exhibitions/Events/2021/06/Robo+Games Wednesday 30.06.2021 Toowoomba Sightseeing Bus Tours Discover Toowoomba's rich history, see magnificent homesteads, learn our aboriginal heritage, appreciate the hidden gems even if you have lived here all your life, you will come away from the 2 hr trip with a new understanding of what makes up the 2nd biggest inland city in Australia. Departs Visitor Infomation centre in James Street at 10 am. Book online at www. Toowoombasightseeing.com.au or call 0447 070 635 Canvas Coworking has a Robotics evening from 5:30 pm Thursday 01.07.2021 9:00 am - 01:00 pm Thursday 01 July 2021 School Holiday Blacksmithing Location: Cobb+Co Museum, 27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba, Queensland Australia Create a custom project in this three-hour workshop designed for teens aged 13 to 17 years. Terry Dranen has been teaching blacksmithing courses at Cobb+Co Museum for over 15 years. Spectators are welcome at all workshops. Please see the website or council event pages for details. You should all know this one is on...Toowoomba Australian Psychic Expo 19 Days from the 1st of July. 9 till 7 pm at Rumours International Saturday 03.07.2021 The Ten Tenors 25th year Anniversary tour is on at the Empire Theatre from 7 pm Tickets at the Empire website. The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum The Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Sunday 04.07.2021 The Handmade Expo Grand re-opening Harristown High School 9 till 1 pm Indigenous Artesian Market on Vincent Hospital 9

Happy 1st Birthday to the Handmade Collective Well in EP 49, we are out at Grand Central Shopping Centre and catch up with Sammy from The Handmade Collective. What a ride these gals have been on, so stay tuned to hear about the adventured and what they have going on this Thursday Friday and Saturday to celebrate turning one!. I hear there are give-aways and of course cake!

Catholic Care are our guests today, they do a power of work within our community. The team is amazing.

Well hello Toowoomba, back supporting local business, we have a start-up this week! Shane talks to Jeff Schultheiss, from Darling Fresh Smokehaus, about his brand new business, his business background and why he decided this was a good idea.

Well Hello Toowoomba, and welcome to another season of the Talkin' Toowoomba Podcast.This week we kick off our 2021 season with a local tourist attraction, that was heavily hit by Covid19 and have slowly this year been making their way back from shutdown. So like all our local travel and hospitality places they need our support, so come out and ride the grand old Downs Express this weekend from Toowoomba to Wyreema and return, and get a taste of a bygone era.

Well Hello Toowoomba, and welcome to another season of the Talkin' Toowoomba Podcast.This week we kick off our 2021 season with a local tourist attraction, that was heavily hit by Covid19 and have slowly this year been making their way back from shutdown. So like all our local travel and hospitality places they need our support, so come out and ride the grand old Downs Express this weekend from Toowoomba to Wyreema and return, and get a taste of a bygone era.

Well hello Toowoomba and welcome to our last Episode for 2020, time to kick this year to the kerb, and look forward to a fantastic 2021.Can you believe starting two weeks before Covid hit, we have still managed 45 Episodes of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast? We are super proud and have also managed to pick up a sponsor along the way. Huge Shout out to Kristy and Chloe' from Recognition Plus. Their drive to help businesses get noticed aligns perfectly with our ethos. So go see the girls and, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. We would also like to thank both the Toowoomba Regional Council and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce, for believing in our vision for a community-driven weekly podcast about what goes on in this great city, even whilst we had nothing going on.We thought a short and sweet episode this week might be the go, as everyone is busy finalising Christmas plans.In News of the Week, we would like to just let everyone know about the Youth Grant program, which has just been rolled out by Council for 12-25-year-olds, grants up to $1000 are available. Applications close 13 January 2021, see the council website for details.And the council school holiday program continues through the rest of Dec and Jan so check out the options to keep the kids happy.Now some of you may know by now we were involved in a quick chat with each of the winners from the Focus HR Business Excellence Awards, straight after they left the stage. Here are a couple of examples from passionate Toowoomba business owners.So the delightful short videos of each chat are now available on the Talkin' Toowoomba Facebook page. So if you have a soft spot for a winning business, check out their video chat with me on our Facebook page, and share the love.To the more than 100 people we have interviewed as absolutely fantastic guests through-out the year, thank-you you make this possible, it has been great fun meeting some great people.But most importantly, To You, thanks for listening, your loyal support, keeps us inspired to make it bigger and better, so please subscribe and tell your friends about us. We will be back in February 2021 with more things to Do and See in and around ToowoombaMay you have a safe and happy Christmas period and a great New Years' celebration, and we look forward to entertaining, informing, and educating you again in 2021Until next year, I'm Shane see ya around Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba and welcome to our last Episode for 2020, time to kick this year to the kerb, and look forward to a fantastic 2021.Can you believe starting two weeks before Covid hit, we have still managed 45 Episodes of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast? We are super proud and have also managed to pick up a sponsor along the way. Huge Shout out to Kristy and Chloe' from Recognition Plus. Their drive to help businesses get noticed aligns perfectly with our ethos. So go see the girls and, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. We would also like to thank both the Toowoomba Regional Council and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce, for believing in our vision for a community-driven weekly podcast about what goes on in this great city, even whilst we had nothing going on.We thought a short and sweet episode this week might be the go, as everyone is busy finalising Christmas plans.In News of the Week, we would like to just let everyone know about the Youth Grant program, which has just been rolled out by Council for 12-25-year-olds, grants up to $1000 are available. Applications close 13 January 2021, see the council website for details.And the council school holiday program continues through the rest of Dec and Jan so check out the options to keep the kids happy.Now some of you may know by now we were involved in a quick chat with each of the winners from the Focus HR Business Excellence Awards, straight after they left the stage. Here are a couple of examples from passionate Toowoomba business owners.So the delightful short videos of each chat are now available on the Talkin' Toowoomba Facebook page. So if you have a soft spot for a winning business, check out their video chat with me on our Facebook page, and share the love.To the more than 100 people we have interviewed as absolutely fantastic guests through-out the year, thank-you you make this possible, it has been great fun meeting some great people.But most importantly, To You, thanks for listening, your loyal support, keeps us inspired to make it bigger and better, so please subscribe and tell your friends about us. We will be back in February 2021 with more things to Do and See in and around ToowoombaMay you have a safe and happy Christmas period and a great New Years' celebration, and we look forward to entertaining, informing, and educating you again in 2021Until next year, I'm Shane see ya around Toowoomba

Welcome to Ep 44 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, and welcome to our 2nd last episode for the year and we are in Merry Christmas mode indeed, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!.From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week, we invited David from the Toowoomba Christmas Lights FB group to talk all things Xmas. We will run through some favourite Xmas lights in the region., so you can take the big and little kids out for a night of lights.In News of the WeekCarnival Lane has opened and provides an important connection from Margaret Street through to Jessie Street, the Annand Street businesses and public car parks.The Business Excellence Awards have been run and won, always a great night for the Toowoomba Business community.Well done to all the winners, and if you missed us, we spoke to the winners backstage and streamed the event to FB, check out the @talkintoowoomba Facebook Book page for the replay.Remember the Loads of Love appeal is still on just fill a bag with some nonperishable items and drop back to the donation points.Grand Central, Heritage Branches, Harvey Norman and Chamber of Commerce, and many more.You can also drop off food donations for our furry friends at the Robertson Scannell office in Hume St or The RSPCA Op shop until the 18th. of DecemberNow Let's get on with the show.Christmas Light list and links belowToowoombaNorthHillside St, 19 Whichello St, and Waverley StSouth98 Curzon St, a couple along South st (1 @ each end)WestWilsonton –Denyer x 3, 14 Sprott , Hinton, Tara St big block, Caribou Crt x 5Whitefield St 25,27,29,31,33Gowrie Junction – Gowrie Lilydale Rd x 3 (25,27,29)Highfields35 Blue Gum Dve7 & 28 Lockyer St Kleinton13 Mavis CrtToowoomba Christmas Lights Facebook groupGoogle Map with Christmas Lights What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilSo school holidays are on us again, so here are just a few things on offer.Integrated Stem is back in-person running their much-loved school holiday program, all this week at Toowoomba Anglican school see council events page or integratedstem.com.au/holidaysMashed Theatre are running Acting workshops at the Empire theatre all week too, see the council events page if you have some budding actors at homeThe EPIK school holiday programs are on again see the council page again for more details running 14-24 Dec.Tuesday 15th DecEat Digital has a workshop, Digital Catapult into 2021 6-8 pm, see FB for detailsThursday 17th DecLong Table Christmas at Emerge, extends an invitation to their young people, staff, volunteers, and supporters from 5 pm for the Emerge FamilySaturday the 19th DecLearn to create amazing Christmas Cupcakes at Tinker, 9-12, see the FB event for detailsMarkets this weekSaturday 19th DecThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07 am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 20th Decthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6 amQueens Park Christmas Market at Frogs Hollow from 8 amSee the Council Events page at tr.qld.gov.au or Facebook events for more details on any of these eventsWell, that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus, find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs.If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free.See you around Toowoomba

Welcome to Ep 44 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, and welcome to our 2nd last episode for the year and we are in Merry Christmas mode indeed, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!.From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week, we invited David from the Toowoomba Christmas Lights FB group to talk all things Xmas. We will run through some favourite Xmas lights in the region., so you can take the big and little kids out for a night of lights.In News of the WeekCarnival Lane has opened and provides an important connection from Margaret Street through to Jessie Street, the Annand Street businesses and public car parks.The Business Excellence Awards have been run and won, always a great night for the Toowoomba Business community.Well done to all the winners, and if you missed us, we spoke to the winners backstage and streamed the event to FB, check out the @talkintoowoomba Facebook Book page for the replay.Remember the Loads of Love appeal is still on just fill a bag with some nonperishable items and drop back to the donation points.Grand Central, Heritage Branches, Harvey Norman and Chamber of Commerce, and many more.You can also drop off food donations for our furry friends at the Robertson Scannell office in Hume St or The RSPCA Op shop until the 18th. of DecemberNow Let's get on with the show.Christmas Light list and links belowToowoombaNorthHillside St, 19 Whichello St, and Waverley StSouth98 Curzon St, a couple along South st (1 @ each end)WestWilsonton –Denyer x 3, 14 Sprott , Hinton, Tara St big block, Caribou Crt x 5Whitefield St 25,27,29,31,33Gowrie Junction – Gowrie Lilydale Rd x 3 (25,27,29)Highfields35 Blue Gum Dve7 & 28 Lockyer St Kleinton13 Mavis CrtToowoomba Christmas Lights Facebook groupGoogle Map with Christmas Lights What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilSo school holidays are on us again, so here are just a few things on offer.Integrated Stem is back in-person running their much-loved school holiday program, all this week at Toowoomba Anglican school see council events page or integratedstem.com.au/holidaysMashed Theatre are running Acting workshops at the Empire theatre all week too, see the council events page if you have some budding actors at homeThe EPIK school holiday programs are on again see the council page again for more details running 14-24 Dec.Tuesday 15th DecEat Digital has a workshop, Digital Catapult into 2021 6-8 pm, see FB for detailsThursday 17th DecLong Table Christmas at Emerge, extends a

Welcome to Ep 43 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, this week, we were invited to visit the RSPCA at Wellcamp and WOW what a facility they have out there. For those who know Vanity St, there is just no comparison.We hear about the great work they do, how you can get involved and their Santa Paws Photo 's on this coming weekend.The Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In News of the WeekWe ll the 2nd Leaders in Business Small Business Christmas party has happened and it was great for all us that are solo or small biz owners to get together, for a few drinks and some social networking, thanks Terri Adams Munn for all your hard work!The Spotted Cow is now open again, after the new owners have put there stamp on it, so great to see an institution in Toowoomba trading again.The Toowoomba Christmas lights reimagined has kicked off and there is so much to see in and around the CBD, see the links on our show page to maps and addresses of windows to see. Next week we will cover our top ten residential Christmas lights in Toowoomba so stay tuned for that!Remember the Loads of Love appeal is on again just fill a bag with some non perishable items and drop back to the donation points. Grand Central, Heritage Branches, Harvey Norman and Chamber of Commerce and many more, is where you can get involved.You can also drop off Food donations for our furry friends at the Robertson Scannell office in Hume St or The RSPCA Op shopWhat's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 8th DecCanvas Co-Working holds the Toowoomba Entrepeneurs Breakfast at the Parkhouse Cafe from 0715 amWednesday 09th DecChamber of Commerce holds its last Business at Dusk for the year at the Empire Theatre, see you there!Christmas Wreath Workshop at the Royal Hotel Either Wednesday or Thursday the 10th 6-8 pm each nightThursday 10th DecRoss Noble is at the Empire Theatre from 8 pmUSQ Student Guild Christmas Tree Festival Thur 10th thru to Sat the 12 th 5:30-8:30 pm nightly, Entry is Gold coin donation , at USQ Clive Berghofer CentreFriday 11th DecFitzy's Feast with Steven Bradbury is on from 12:30 pmAbba Live on at the Empire Theatre 7:30-9:30 pmSaturday the 12th DecTinker has Rainbow Resin Bangle and Earrings Workshop on from 1 pmToowoomba Chamber of Commerce Focus HR Business Excellence Awards at the Empire theatreSunday the 13th DecSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to Millmeran this weekend 09am to 1pmCarols in The CBD from 6pm at the Met HotelMarkets this weekSaturday 12th DecThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumFestive Twilight Markets 4-8 pm The Mills PrecinctSunday 13th Decthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amThe Makers Market from 08am at the Mills PrecinctSee the Council Events page at tr.qld.gov.au or Facebook events for more details on any of these eventsWell that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

Welcome to Ep 43 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, this week, we were invited to visit the RSPCA at Wellcamp and WOW what a facility they have out there. For those who know Vanity St, there is just no comparison.We hear about the great work they do, how you can get involved and their Santa Paws Photo 's on this coming weekend.The Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In News of the WeekWe ll the 2nd Leaders in Business Small Business Christmas party has happened and it was great for all us that are solo or small biz owners to get together, for a few drinks and some social networking, thanks Terri Adams Munn for all your hard work!The Spotted Cow is now open again, after the new owners have put there stamp on it, so great to see an institution in Toowoomba trading again.The Toowoomba Christmas lights reimagined has kicked off and there is so much to see in and around the CBD, see the links on our show page to maps and addresses of windows to see. Next week we will cover our top ten residential Christmas lights in Toowoomba so stay tuned for that!Remember the Loads of Love appeal is on again just fill a bag with some non perishable items and drop back to the donation points. Grand Central, Heritage Branches, Harvey Norman and Chamber of Commerce and many more, is where you can get involved.You can also drop off Food donations for our furry friends at the Robertson Scannell office in Hume St or The RSPCA Op shopWhat's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 8th DecCanvas Co-Working holds the Toowoomba Entrepeneurs Breakfast at the Parkhouse Cafe from 0715 amWednesday 09th DecChamber of Commerce holds its last Business at Dusk for the year at the Empire Theatre, see you there!Christmas Wreath Workshop at the Royal Hotel Either Wednesday or Thursday the 10th 6-8 pm each nightThursday 10th DecRoss Noble is at the Empire Theatre from 8 pmUSQ Student Guild Christmas Tree Festival Thur 10th thru to Sat the 12 th 5:30-8:30 pm nightly, Entry is Gold coin donation , at USQ Clive Berghofer CentreFriday 11th DecFitzy's Feast with Steven Bradbury is on from 12:30 pmAbba Live on at the Empire Theatre 7:30-9:30 pmSaturday the 12th DecTinker has Rainbow Resin Bangle and Earrings Workshop on from 1 pmToowoomba Chamber of Commerce Focus HR Business Excellence Awards at the Empire theatreSunday the 13th DecSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to Millmeran this weekend 09am to 1pmCarols in The CBD from 6pm at the Met HotelMarkets this weekSaturday 12th DecThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumFestive Twilight Markets 4-8 pm The Mills PrecinctSunday 13th Decthe

Welcome to Ep 42 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, this week we talk disability housing with the United Housing Australia Group. This group is about to start a build project here in Toowoomba and have a launch event this week. And we speak with the mayor for the last time this year.We are proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In News of the WeekFirstly congratulations to all the finalists of the Focus HR Business Excellence awards, with a special mention to our frontline cheer-leaders Recognition Plus, good-luck everyone.Now speaking of the awards, we will be there on the night with something special for those not able to attend, we will reveal more next week.So we are officially under a month from Christmas, remember support local, buy local, keeps us all in jobs.And lastly two New off leash dog areas have been proposed for Kingsthorpe and OakeyNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 02nd DecMonthly Toowoomba Wordpress meet-up at Canvas Co-working from 6 pmThursday 03rd DecUnited Housing Australia Launch their Disability Housing Project with an Event at 12 Berry St Wilsonton from 1030 amFriday 04th DecNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Hampton this week at Chapman Park2nd Annual Leaders in Business Christmas Party at USQ from 06:30 pmSaturday the 05th DecThe Cobb n Co 2 Day blacksmithing workshop is on again 7am till 4pm Sat and SunCafe Guitar has Bill Wade from 12 pmRowes Furniture Christmas Lights Show from 6:45 pmSunday the 06 DecSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to Yarraman this weekend 09am to 1pmThe Annual Reindeer Run on again to aid the Toowoomba Hospital Christmas Appeal 7 - 9 am at Baillie Henderson HospitalMarkets this weekWednesday 2nd of DecColours of San Cris Artisan Boutique markets 9am to 1pmFriday 04th of DecChristmas Twilight Markets Cobb n Co museum under the windmill from 4 - 8 pmSaturday 05th DecThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 06th DecToowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6 amSee the Council Events page at tr.qld.gov.au or Facebook events for more details on any of these eventsWell that's it for another week.Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs.If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us at info@sjamedia.com.au please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free.See you round Toowoomba

Welcome to Ep 42 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, this week we talk disability housing with the United Housing Australia Group. This group is about to start a build project here in Toowoomba and have a launch event this week. And we speak with the mayor for the last time this year.We are proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In News of the WeekFirstly congratulations to all the finalists of the Focus HR Business Excellence awards, with a special mention to our frontline cheer-leaders Recognition Plus, good-luck everyone.Now speaking of the awards, we will be there on the night with something special for those not able to attend, we will reveal more next week.So we are officially under a month from Christmas, remember support local, buy local, keeps us all in jobs.And lastly two New off leash dog areas have been proposed for Kingsthorpe and OakeyNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 02nd DecMonthly Toowoomba Wordpress meet-up at Canvas Co-working from 6 pmThursday 03rd DecUnited Housing Australia Launch their Disability Housing Project with an Event at 12 Berry St Wilsonton from 1030 amFriday 04th DecNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Hampton this week at Chapman Park2nd Annual Leaders in Business Christmas Party at USQ from 06:30 pmSaturday the 05th DecThe Cobb n Co 2 Day blacksmithing workshop is on again 7am till 4pm Sat and SunCafe Guitar has Bill Wade from 12 pmRowes Furniture Christmas Lights Show from 6:45 pmSunday the 06 DecSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to Yarraman this weekend 09am to 1pmThe Annual Reindeer Run on again to aid the Toowoomba Hospital Christmas Appeal 7 - 9 am at Baillie Henderson HospitalMarkets this weekWednesday 2nd of DecColours of San Cris Artisan Boutique markets 9am to 1pmFriday 04th of DecChristmas Twilight Markets Cobb n Co museum under the windmill from 4 - 8 pmSaturday 05th DecThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 06th Dec

Welcome to Ep 41 This week we talk community giving back to Toowoomba locals, and how we are stronger together.We chat with Kim Cahill, about what she does for Toowoomba small business and her passion for buy local, and supporting each other. And Terri Adams Munn drops in for a quick chat about the Leaders in Business Christmas event on the 4th of DecemberAs always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In News of the WeekGet behind the re-imagined Christmas Wonderland with Christmas in the CBD, a great collaboration to bring some Christmas Cheer to the Toowoomba CBD.The Leaders in Business Xmas party has been announced for the 4th of Dec, networking , drink on arrival and a fun night all for $20 pp plus booking fee,to book see the facebook event or Eventbrite for details.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 24th NovEat Digital is holding A get noticed in the media workshop from 6pmFriday 27th NovNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Hodgson Vale this week at the Sports Club.Saturday the 28th of NovRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Yarraman this week at Memorial Park.Sunday the 29th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Wilsonton skate park, McGregor St this weekend 09am to 1pmToowoomba Colour Frenzy Fun Run Newtown Park from 09amMarkets this weekFriday 27th NovGreenmount Christmas Twilight Markets 5-9pm at the Memorial HallSat/SunCountry Heart Xmas Markets this year at Aberfeldy Barn, Westbrook, runs across Sat10am-6pm and Sun 09am to 4pmSaturday 28th NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 29th Novthe

Welcome to Ep 41 This week we talk community giving back to Toowoomba locals, and how we are stronger together.We chat with Kim Cahill, about what she does for Toowoomba small business and her passion for buy local, and supporting each other. And Terri Adams Munn drops in for a quick chat about the Leaders in Business Christmas event on the 4th of DecemberAs always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In News of the WeekGet behind the re-imagined Christmas Wonderland with Christmas in the CBD, a great collaboration to bring some Christmas Cheer to the Toowoomba CBD.The Leaders in Business Xmas party has been announced for the 4th of Dec, networking , drink on arrival and a fun night all for $20 pp plus booking fee,to book see the facebook event or Eventbrite for details.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 24th NovEat Digital is holding A get noticed in the media workshop from 6pmFriday 27th NovNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Hodgson Vale this week at the Sports Club.Saturday the 28th of NovRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Yarraman this week at Memorial Park.Sunday the 29th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Wilsonton skate park, McGregor St this weekend 09am to 1pmToowoomba Colour Frenzy Fun Run Newtown Park from 09amMarkets this weekFriday 27th NovGreenmount Christmas Twilight Markets 5-9pm at the Memorial HallSat/SunCountry Heart Xmas Markets this year at Aberfeldy Barn, Westbrook, runs across Sat10am-6pm and Sun 09am to 4pmSaturday 28th NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 29th Novthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amCarbarlah Markets 0730am-1230pm Carbarlah Sports GroundToowoomba Makers Markets at the Mills Precinct from 08 am till 1pmSee the Council Events page at tr.qld.gov.au or Facebook events for more details on any of these eventsWell that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au Please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to Ep 40 This week we talk food as you know it's my favourite topic .We chat with Michelle Cullen Fergurson, about her passion for food.As always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.News of the WeekThe Covid clinic at Baillie Henderson Hospital is now closed, however free testing is still available at the centre in Charlton at the BP.Council has closed Cooby Dam for water based activities until further noticeMillmeran Aquatic centre is open again.The Leaders in Business Xmas party has been announced for the 4th of Dec, networking , drink on arrival and a fun night all for $20 pp plus booking fee,to book see the facebook event or eventbrite for details.And this week we celebrate World Television Day on Saturday 21st of NovemberNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 17 th NovToowoomba Regional Jobs is holding a virtual jobs fair online from 0930 am , see FB events for detailsFriday 20 th NovCouncillor visits are on again in Crows Nest Highfields, Cooyar and Yarraman, Greenmount and Felton, Cecil Plains and Mt Tyson, see council events pages for times.The rescheduled Classic Beauty Therapy Soiree is on at Clifford Park this week. Friday the 20th from 11:30am to 3 pm.Need some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Millmeran Downs this week again at the local Hall.Saturday the 21 th of NovThe Garage Sale trail is on again Sat and Sun 21 and 22 Nov, register or shop the trail at garagesaletrail.com.auThe Haden Market Day Car boot sale 8-1pm Haden HallSunday the 22 th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Kingsthorpe skate park this weekend 09am to 1pmTinkers popular Resin pouring and candle making workshop from 09:30amSee the Council Events page at tr.qld.gov.au or Facebook events for more detailsMarkets this weekendSaturday 21 th NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 22 th NovThe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amWell that's it for another week.Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs.If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free.See you round Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to Ep 40 This week we talk food as you know it's my favourite topic .We chat with Michelle Cullen Fergurson, about her passion for food.As always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.News of the WeekThe Covid clinic at Baillie Henderson Hospital is now closed, however free testing is still available at the centre in Charlton at the BP.Council has closed Cooby Dam for water based activities until further noticeMillmeran Aquatic centre is open again.The Leaders in Business Xmas party has been announced for the 4th of Dec, networking , drink on arrival and a fun night all for $20 pp plus booking fee,to book see the facebook event or eventbrite for details.And this week we celebrate World Television Day on Saturday 21st of NovemberNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 17 th NovToowoomba Regional Jobs is holding a virtual jobs fair online from 0930 am , see FB events for detailsFriday 20 th NovCouncillor visits are on again in Crows Nest Highfields, Cooyar and Yarraman, Greenmount and Felton, Cecil Plains and Mt Tyson, see council events pages for times.The rescheduled Classic Beauty Therapy Soiree is on at Clifford Park this week. Friday the 20th from 11:30am to 3 pm.Need some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm moves to Millmeran Downs this week again at the local Hall.Saturday the 21 th of NovThe Garage Sale trail is on again Sat and Sun 21 and 22 Nov, register or shop the trail at garagesaletrail.com.auThe Haden Market Day Car boot sale 8-1pm Haden HallSunday the 22 th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Kingsthorpe skate park this weekend 09am to 1pmTinkers popular Resin pouring and candle making workshop from 09:30amSee the Council Events page at tr.qld.gov.au or Facebook events for more detailsMarkets this weekendSaturday 21 th NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 22 th NovThe

Welcome to Ep 39, this week we celebrate local small business triumph amongst what has been a bleak year, with the opening of a second store in Grand Central for the Handmade Collective.We speak to owners Sammy and Rebecca about their vision for the Handmade Collective and what you can expect to see inside the storesAs always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.News of the WeekIn local news, our traffic light pedestrian crossing are returning to manual use, , yep back to pressing the button folks, people are being advised to use their elbows.Hear about some small business incentives in the mayors chat at the end of the episodeNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 10 th NovToowoomba Entrepenuers Breakfast at Parkhouse Cafe from 0715 am run by Canvas Co-workingFriday 13 th NovNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm at both Greenmount and Brookstead at the respective local Halls.Saturday the 14 th of NovBlacksmith Basics on again Sat and Sun 8 am - 4pm at Cobb n Co. MuesumMc Happy day is also on please Ronald McDonald HouseSunday the 15 th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Pittsworth skate park this weekend 09am to 1pmTom Gleeson at the Empire Theatre from 7:30 pm.See Facebook events for more detailsMarkets this weekendSaturday 14 th NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumYarraman Markets from 7amSunday 15 th Nov Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amTiny Tots and Me Christmas Market 9 am - 12 pm Centenerary Heights High SchoolThe Makers Markets 8 am - 1 pm at the Mills PrecinctQueens Park Market at Frogs Hollow from 08 amWell that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

Welcome to Ep 39, this week we celebrate local small business triumph amongst what has been a bleak year, with the opening of a second store in Grand Central for the Handmade Collective.We speak to owners Sammy and Rebecca about their vision for the Handmade Collective and what you can expect to see inside the storesAs always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.News of the WeekIn local news, our traffic light pedestrian crossing are returning to manual use, , yep back to pressing the button folks, people are being advised to use their elbows.Hear about some small business incentives in the mayors chat at the end of the episodeNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 10 th NovToowoomba Entrepenuers Breakfast at Parkhouse Cafe from 0715 am run by Canvas Co-workingFriday 13 th NovNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsRegional Movie Night 7 till 9 pm at both Greenmount and Brookstead at the respective local Halls.Saturday the 14 th of NovBlacksmith Basics on again Sat and Sun 8 am - 4pm at Cobb n Co. MuesumMc Happy day is also on please Ronald McDonald HouseSunday the 15 th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Pittsworth skate park this weekend 09am to 1pmTom Gleeson at the Empire Theatre from 7:30 pm.See Facebook events for more detailsMarkets this weekendSaturday 14 th NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumYarraman Markets from 7amSunday 15 th Nov

Welcome to Ep 38 This week we are getting fit in time for summer, well some of us any way. Do youknow what CrossFit is (music)Well I know the term but had no idea what it was, so we decided to speak to Dave from CrossFit ToowoombaAs always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Aussie HistoryThe ABC's first TV broadcast was seen 5 Nov 1956 and The first Melbourne Cup was run on the 7 Nov 1861What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 04th NovA new store for any one interested in E-Bikes opens today at 200 Hume St Toowoomba go and have a look at the opening event 12-5pm and find out moreWordpress Meetup from 6pm at Canvas Co WorkingThursday 05th NovLeaders in Business November meetup 6:30-8:30 pm at Canvas Co-working with special guest Rebecca Attwood from Get'Fob'd and the Handmade CollectiveFriday 06th NovNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsSaturday the 07th of NovGo to the Drive In and see Peter Rabbit at the Toowoomba Showgrounds 5:30pm to 9pm, Tickets to be prepurchased, see council events page for details.Sunday the 8th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Highfields skate park this weekend 09am to 1pmand on again West Toowoomba Croquet Club, Taylor Street is holding a FREE Come and Try from 4pm to 7pmSee Facebook events for more detailsMarkets this weekendSaturday 07 NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 08 Novthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amWell that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free. See you round Toowoomba

Welcome to Ep 38 This week we are getting fit in time for summer, well some of us any way. Do youknow what CrossFit is (music)Well I know the term but had no idea what it was, so we decided to speak to Dave from CrossFit ToowoombaAs always a huge thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Aussie HistoryThe ABC's first TV broadcast was seen 5 Nov 1956 and The first Melbourne Cup was run on the 7 Nov 1861What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 04th NovA new store for any one interested in E-Bikes opens today at 200 Hume St Toowoomba go and have a look at the opening event 12-5pm and find out moreWordpress Meetup from 6pm at Canvas Co WorkingThursday 05th NovLeaders in Business November meetup 6:30-8:30 pm at Canvas Co-working with special guest Rebecca Attwood from Get'Fob'd and the Handmade CollectiveFriday 06th NovNeed some help with Content Creation an 8 part series has started at Canvas Co-working from 12-1pm and runs every Friday now until 18 DecemberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsSaturday the 07th of NovGo to the Drive In and see Peter Rabbit at the Toowoomba Showgrounds 5:30pm to 9pm, Tickets to be prepurchased, see council events page for details.Sunday the 8th of NovSees The Scooter and Skate workshop moving to the Highfields skate park this weekend 09am to 1pmand on again West Toowoomba Croquet Club, Taylor Street is holding a FREE Come and Try from 4pm to 7pmSee Facebook events for more detailsMarkets this weekendSaturday 07 NovThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday 08 Novthe

Welcome to Ep 37. This week our episode talks business, taking the dive into owning a business for the first time.Thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.We are talking to the delightful ladies from Recognition Plus, this very candid chat, covers everything from how they met, to why they partnered up, the Covid rollercoaster, being a Mum in business and how they can help businesses. Thank-you girls for your openness, honesty and enthusiasm.News of the WeekThis week in Aussie HistoryThe 26th 1985 sees the Australian Govt. return Uluru and the National Park, back to traditional owners and then on the same date in 2019 the climb to the top of the rock was closed.On the 27th 1962 saw Dawn Fraser become the first woman to swim 100 m under a minuteAnd on the 29th 1880 Bushranger Ned Kelly is sentenced to hang and 102 years later to the day in 1982 Lindy Chamberlain is convicted of murderNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilFriday 30th of OctoberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsEmpire Theatre has Katie Noonan and friends in Sunshine Sounds from 7pmSaturday the 31stKreate It - an AM and PM paint session at TinkerSquiggly Cow 08:30 - 11:30 AM and Cheeky Chooks 4 - 6:30 PMMarkets this weekendSaturday 31st OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sunday 1st Novthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amWell that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an event or business you would like us to feature on the podcast email us info@sjamedia.com.au please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast it's free See you round Toowoomba

Welcome to Ep 37. This week our episode talks business, taking the dive into owning a business for the first time.Thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.We are talking to the delightful ladies from Recognition Plus, this very candid chat, covers everything from how they met, to why they partnered up, the Covid rollercoaster, being a Mum in business and how they can help businesses. Thank-you girls for your openness, honesty and enthusiasm.News of the WeekThis week in Aussie HistoryThe 26th 1985 sees the Australian Govt. return Uluru and the National Park, back to traditional owners and then on the same date in 2019 the climb to the top of the rock was closed.On the 27th 1962 saw Dawn Fraser become the first woman to swim 100 m under a minuteAnd on the 29th 1880 Bushranger Ned Kelly is sentenced to hang and 102 years later to the day in 1982 Lindy Chamberlain is convicted of murderNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilFriday 30th of OctoberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsEmpire Theatre has Katie Noonan and friends in Sunshine Sounds from 7pmSaturday the 31stKreate It - an AM and PM paint session at TinkerSquiggly Cow 08:30 - 11:30 AM and Cheeky Chooks 4 - 6:30 PMMarkets this weekendSaturday 31st OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sunday 1st Novthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amWell that's it for another week. Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. If you have an e

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to Episode 36. This week our episode goes into the feel good category, we want to shine some more light on a great local initiative and also highlight the volunteers behind this great idea, that again proves why Toowoomba is such a great place to live. So we chat to Gay Hold Carpenter and Kim Stokes from Project School Formal, about why and how this venture got started, what it is about and how we can all do our little bit to help.Thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.News of the WeekA special shout out to Hop Thru Cafe , who despite only being open a few weeks, are already fundraising for the community, so this Wednesday the 21st,go and grab a free coffee and throw a few dollars in the tin for The Toowoomba Hospital Foundation and the great work they do.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 21stToowoomba Chamber of Commerce Business @ Dusk event is on again hosted at TAFE Qld Toowoomba campus 5:30 till 7:30 tickets at chamber websiteFriday the 23rd of OctoberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsSaturday the 24thThe Pink High Tea on at Gips Restaurant 09 till 11 am and then 2-4pm in support of Breast CancerStill time to get involved with Hike for the Homeless Jubilee Park Trails, Bridge St from 6amSunday the 25thThe Scooter and Skate Workshop moves to Crows Nest Skate Park, 9 am to 1 pm this weekTinker is holding a Personalised Necklace workshop with Mikah Hand stamped Jewellery from 1:30-4:30pmMick Lindsay back at the Met Hotel from 2pmSee Council Events page or Face Book events for more details on these and morePlease support our local marketsSaturday 24th OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumPillar St Markets on from 4pm at Middle Ridge Sunday 25th Octthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amThe Makers Markets on again at the Mills Precinct from 8amCarbalah Markets, at Carbarlah Sports Ground 07:30 till 12:30Thanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast See you round Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to Episode 36. This week our episode goes into the feel good category, we want to shine some more light on a great local initiative and also highlight the volunteers behind this great idea, that again proves why Toowoomba is such a great place to live. So we chat to Gay Hold Carpenter and Kim Stokes from Project School Formal, about why and how this venture got started, what it is about and how we can all do our little bit to help.Thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.News of the WeekA special shout out to Hop Thru Cafe , who despite only being open a few weeks, are already fundraising for the community, so this Wednesday the 21st,go and grab a free coffee and throw a few dollars in the tin for The Toowoomba Hospital Foundation and the great work they do.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 21stToowoomba Chamber of Commerce Business @ Dusk event is on again hosted at TAFE Qld Toowoomba campus 5:30 till 7:30 tickets at chamber websiteFriday the 23rd of OctoberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsSaturday the 24thThe Pink High Tea on at Gips Restaurant 09 till 11 am and then 2-4pm in support of Breast CancerStill time to get involved with Hike for the Homeless Jubilee Park Trails, Bridge St from 6amSunday the 25thThe Scooter and Skate Workshop moves to Crows Nest Skate Park, 9 am to 1 pm this weekTinker is holding a Personalised Necklace workshop with Mikah Hand stamped Jewellery from 1:30-4:30pmMick Lindsay back at the Met Hotel from 2pmSee Council Events page or Face Book events for more details on these and morePlease support our local marketsSaturday 24th OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumPillar St Markets on from 4pm at Middle Ridge Sunday 25th Octthe

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to EP 35. Well we have been out about this week. You know we are huge supporters of our local market scene, so we visited the Makers Markets for some outside fun! We caught up with Sammy Sweeney the gal behind the Makers Markets, and a few of the stall holders, in this roving episode.Thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.To all our fabulous small businesses in Toowoomba that have been nominated for the Chambers Business Excellence awards congrats and good luck, applications close this week Thursday the 15thNow Let's get on with show.Here is a list of the great vendors we spoke with at Sunday's Makers Market The Makers Markets Toowoomba3 Moons Pure Essential LivingCharlie and Mia's Barkery2020 DesignMissy's Sweet Soy CandlesMantsa WellnessWendt WaresClose to My HeartScrappy BirdMarsha's Close to my HeartWhat's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 13thSee's the monthly Entrepeneurs Breakfast at the Park House Cafe from 0715amand Leaders in business Monthly meetup online this month from 6:30pm see FB event or meetup for detailsWednesday 14thTAFE Toowoomba has a virtual Information session from 3pm Register on their FB event pageThursday 15th OctoberAs part of Space week and USQ's Did you know? community talks, USQ is holding a one hour online event Probing Alien Worlds from Down Under5:30 to 06:30pm register at usq.edu.au/events for the zoom linkFriday the 16th of OctoberThe Toowoomba Regional Councillor visits are happening from 0930 am t Southbrook Westbrook Nobby and Clifton see council events page for more detailsThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsEmpire Theatre is running its Curious Arts Festival Friday & Saturday see FB event page for details.Sat and Sun 17 + 18 OctBlacksmithing Basics at Cobb n Co. Museum, 8:00am - 04:00pm both days.Saturday the 17thSunday the 18thScooter and Skate Workshop @ Westbrook Skate Park, Progress Ave, Westbrook 9 am to 1 pmSee Council Events page or Face Book events for more details on these and morePlease support our local marketsSaturday 17th OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumQueens Park Market on at Frogs Hollow from 08amSunday 18 th Octthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amThanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast See you round Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to EP 35. Well we have been out about this week. You know we are huge supporters of our local market scene, so we visited the Makers Markets for some outside fun! We caught up with Sammy Sweeney the gal behind the Makers Markets, and a few of the stall holders, in this roving episode.Thanks to local business Recognition Plus for their ongoing support. they help put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.To all our fabulous small businesses in Toowoomba that have been nominated for the Chambers Business Excellence awards congrats and good luck, applications close this week Thursday the 15thNow Let's get on with show.Here is a list of the great vendors we spoke with at Sunday's Makers Market The Makers Markets Toowoomba3 Moons Pure Essential LivingCharlie and Mia's Barkery2020 DesignMissy's Sweet Soy CandlesMantsa WellnessWendt WaresClose to My HeartScrappy BirdMarsha's Close to my HeartWhat's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday 13thSee's the monthly Entrepeneurs Breakfast at the Park House Cafe from 0715amand Leaders in business Monthly meetup online this month from 6:30pm see FB event or meetup for detailsWednesday 14thTAFE Toowoomba has a virtual Information session from 3pm Register on their FB event pageThursday 15th OctoberAs part of Space week and USQ's Did you know? community talks, USQ is holding a one hour online event Probing Alien Worlds from Down Under5:30 to 06:30pm register at usq.edu.au/events for the zoom linkFriday the 16th of OctoberThe Toowoomba Regional Councillor visits are happening from 0930 am t Southbrook Westbrook Nobby and Clifton see council events page for more detailsThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsEmpire Theatre is running its Curious Arts Festival Friday & Saturday see FB event page for details.Sat and Sun 17 + 18 OctBlacksmithing Basics at Cobb n Co. Museum, 8:00am - 04:00pm both days.Saturday the 17thSunday the 18thScooter and Skate Workshop @ Westbrook Skate Park, Progress Ave, Westbrook 9 am to 1 pmSee Council Events page or Face Book events for more details on these and morePlease support our local marketsSaturday 17th OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 07am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumQueens Park Market on at Frogs Hollow from 08amSu

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to October , yep October, 3 months till we can finally say goodbye to 2020. As always our podcast is proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seenHappy Long Weekend and as we begin Episode 34, we hope everyone is out and about supporting local businesses. Speaking of local business, this week we hear about the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce Focus HR Business excellence awards, the changes they have made this year, and their easier process to become involved. So if you know a fantastic local business nominate them, or even nominate yourself, there are 10 days left.We also have our monthly catch-up with the Mayor, about what is going on around town.Now In News of the WeekWe will cover most of the news with the mayor in the last 5 minutes of the podcast, but Talkin Toowoomba has some news this week.Our TV Ad has been shot, produced, and approved, so standby in the next week or so on the WIN network. We would like to take the opportunity to thank Terri Adams Munn and Jemay Nelder who organised the Christmas in July event where we won this great Ad package which was donated by WIN Toowoomba, so thankyou all. And lastly Kat Lynn from Sonny and Kat Photography and Kris from Thru A Lens Media, who made us both look so good!So lets start the show with Todd and Deb from the Chamber explaining how this years awards will work.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 07 thWordpress Meet-up from 6 pm at Canvas Co Working, Ruthven StThursday 8th OctoberRSM Federal Budget Breakfast hosted by the Toowoomba Chamber of CommerceFriday the 9 th of OctoberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsSaturday the 10thCroquet Come and Try is on 09 till 12 at West Toowoomba Croquet Club, Taylor Street,The Crows Nest SES Open Day is on 12-3 pm Timber St, Crows NestSunday the 11thWooden Spoon Making Workshop 08:30 am to 3 pmScooter and Skate Workshop in Centenary Heights 9 am to 1 pmMick Lindsay Spring Series @ The Met Hotel from 2 pmSee Council Events page or Face Book events for more details on these and morePlease support our local marketsSaturday 10th OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumFor those wanting a road trip The Yarraman markets are also on from 0700 am.Sunday 11 th Octthe

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to October , yep October, 3 months till we can finally say goodbye to 2020. As always our podcast is proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seenHappy Long Weekend and as we begin Episode 34, we hope everyone is out and about supporting local businesses. Speaking of local business, this week we hear about the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce Focus HR Business excellence awards, the changes they have made this year, and their easier process to become involved. So if you know a fantastic local business nominate them, or even nominate yourself, there are 10 days left.We also have our monthly catch-up with the Mayor, about what is going on around town.Now In News of the WeekWe will cover most of the news with the mayor in the last 5 minutes of the podcast, but Talkin Toowoomba has some news this week.Our TV Ad has been shot, produced, and approved, so standby in the next week or so on the WIN network. We would like to take the opportunity to thank Terri Adams Munn and Jemay Nelder who organised the Christmas in July event where we won this great Ad package which was donated by WIN Toowoomba, so thankyou all. And lastly Kat Lynn from Sonny and Kat Photography and Kris from Thru A Lens Media, who made us both look so good!So lets start the show with Todd and Deb from the Chamber explaining how this years awards will work.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday 07 thWordpress Meet-up from 6 pm at Canvas Co Working, Ruthven StThursday 8th OctoberRSM Federal Budget Breakfast hosted by the Toowoomba Chamber of CommerceFriday the 9 th of OctoberThe Oakey Youth Project is on as usual from 06: 30 pm 12-24 year oldsSaturday the 10thCroquet Come and Try is on 09 till 12 at West Toowoomba Croquet Club, Taylor Street,The Crows Nest SES Open Day is on 12-3 pm Timber St, Crows NestSunday the 11thWooden Spoon Making Workshop 08:30 am to 3 pmScooter and Skate Workshop in Centenary Heights 9 am to 1 pmMick Lindsay Spring Series @ The Met Hotel from 2 pmSee Council Events page or Face Book events for more details on these and morePlease support our local marketsSaturday 10th OctThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumFor those wanting a road trip The Yarraman markets are also on from 0700 am.Sunday 11 th Octthe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amthe Makers Markets Toowoomba Mills St Precinct from 08 amThanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast See you around Toowoomba

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to a new week of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Episode 33 , we are chatting to a lawyer Sarah Adams from Donaldson Law who is passionate about their non confrontational approach to Family law and local novelist Heather Reyburn who is launcing her 3rd book based on "Rural Property life".Now In News of the WeekAfter a great Carnival week, it was wonderful news to hear that the event has been secured for another 5 years.Congrats to one of Toowoomba's favourites restaurants Piccolo Papa they moved into Grand Central, Duggan LaneWednesday the 30th of September is International Podcasting Day and for those new to this, it has been around since 2004.Adam Curry and Dave Winer are credited with the invention of podcasting. Who exactly did what is up for dispute, but in the end these are the two guys who got it rolling.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilSchool Holiday FunMon 28th thru to Thursday the 1st of OctoberJamie Oliver's Learn Your Fruit and Veg Online Program for 3-12 year olds. See coucil events page for detailsWednesday 30 thToowoomba Chamber of Commerce hosts the State Election Candidate debate 5:30 pm at the Oaksand Canvas Coworking starts their Visiting Entrepeneur Evening again after an enforced Covid break from 5:30 pm at 625 Ruthven StFriday the 2nd of OctoberThe Toowoomba Hospital Foundation inconjunction with Suncorp and RACQ have organised The Great Western Road Trip Fri 2 Oct till Mon 5 October, a 4 day guided road trip supporting rural mental health. If you would like to get onboard see the events page on toowoombahospitalfoundation.org.auSaturday the 3rdCobb n Co are holding their popular 3 Day Blacksmithing Project Workshop Sat 3 to Mon 5th 07 am till 4 pm dailySipping Sisters gala ball is on Sat 3rd of Oct, at Burke and Wills Hotel, so get frocked up and support the Breast Cancer Network AustraliaPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Sundaythe

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to a new week of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Episode 33 , we are chatting to a lawyer Sarah Adams from Donaldson Law who is passionate about their non confrontational approach to Family law and local novelist Heather Reyburn who is launcing her 3rd book based on "Rural Property life".Now In News of the WeekAfter a great Carnival week, it was wonderful news to hear that the event has been secured for another 5 years.Congrats to one of Toowoomba's favourites restaurants Piccolo Papa they moved into Grand Central, Duggan LaneWednesday the 30th of September is International Podcasting Day and for those new to this, it has been around since 2004.Adam Curry and Dave Winer are credited with the invention of podcasting. Who exactly did what is up for dispute, but in the end these are the two guys who got it rolling.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilSchool Holiday FunMon 28th thru to Thursday the 1st of OctoberJamie Oliver's Learn Your Fruit and Veg Online Program for 3-12 year olds. See coucil events page for detailsWednesday 30 thToowoomba Chamber of Commerce hosts the State Election Candidate debate 5:30 pm at the Oaksand Canvas Coworking starts their Visiting Entrepeneur Evening again after an enforced Covid break from 5:30 pm at 625 Ruthven StFriday the 2nd of OctoberThe Toowoomba Hospital Foundation inconjunction with Suncorp and RACQ have organised The Great Western Road Trip Fri 2 Oct till Mon 5 October, a 4 day guided road trip supporting rural mental health. If you would like to get onboard see the events page on toowoombahospitalfoundation.org.auSaturday the 3rdCobb n Co are holding their popular 3 Day Blacksmithing Project Workshop Sat 3 to Mon 5th 07 am till 4 pm dailySipping Sisters gala ball is on Sat 3rd of Oct, at Burke and Wills Hotel, so get frocked up and support the Breast Cancer Network AustraliaPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museum Sundaythe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 6amThanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs. please tell your friends about us and help us out by subscribing to the podcast See you around ToowoombaShow Supported by | Recognition PlusShow Produced by | SJA Media Srevices

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to a new week of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Episode 32 we talk Carnival of flowers and what there is to do around town this weekend.We all know it is a scaled back version, but lets face it we all want to get out don't we, and safely enjoy what this years event has to offer. Our guest this week is CR James O'Shea, to run through some highlights of Toowoomba's carnival of Flowers for 2020, and hopefully put some joy and fun back into the year.Now In News of the WeekCongratulations goes out to Hop Thru Cafe, a Drive Thru Coffee spot, opening up last week at 247 James St, next to Washed on James.The TRC has extended an updated water tank rebate scheme until June 30 2021 see the trc website for details.September 26th is International observe the moon nightNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilMon 21st2020 Clivia Show at Sacred Heart School Hall, cnr North and Tor Sts 08 am till 2 pmWednesday 23 thru to Sun 27Thrive on Arts is on at the Empire Theate 9-am to 2 pm each day Free to attend for familiesFriday the 25thToowoomba Trails offers Laneways and Street Art Discovery 4pm and again Sunday 27th at 2 pm.Also on Friday Night at the Museum at Cobb n Co from 6pmSaturday the 26thWeetwood is on at Clifford Park from 11 amBar Wunder is turning 2 with a 70's style Birthday from 7pmHear about Toowoomba's secrets , The Dark Side walking Tour Sat 26th 3-5pm and Sunday 27th 10-12pmRunning all week is Carnival of Trains, see the world of model trains, 10-4 daily at the Showgroundsand ride the train from Toowoomba's Railway Station to Spring Bluff Station Daily Mon 21st to Sun 27thAM train departs 09am and arrives back at 11:40PM Train departs 1pm and arrives back at 3:40 pmsee tcof.com.au for details or queenslandrailtravel.com.auunfortunately the Cafe will not be open so take a picnicMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sundaythe

Well hello Toowoomba,Welcome to a new week of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Episode 32 we talk Carnival of flowers and what there is to do around town this weekend.We all know it is a scaled back version, but lets face it we all want to get out don't we, and safely enjoy what this years event has to offer. Our guest this week is CR James O'Shea, to run through some highlights of Toowoomba's carnival of Flowers for 2020, and hopefully put some joy and fun back into the year.Now In News of the WeekCongratulations goes out to Hop Thru Cafe, a Drive Thru Coffee spot, opening up last week at 247 James St, next to Washed on James.The TRC has extended an updated water tank rebate scheme until June 30 2021 see the trc website for details.September 26th is International observe the moon nightNow Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilMon 21st2020 Clivia Show at Sacred Heart School Hall, cnr North and Tor Sts 08 am till 2 pmWednesday 23 thru to Sun 27Thrive on Arts is on at the Empire Theate 9-am to 2 pm each day Free to attend for familiesFriday the 25thToowoomba Trails offers Laneways and Street Art Discovery 4pm and again Sunday 27th at 2 pm.Also on Friday Night at the Museum at Cobb n Co from 6pmSaturday the 26thWeetwood is on at Clifford Park from 11 amBar Wunder is turning 2 with a 70's style Birthday from 7pmHear about Toowoomba's secrets , The Dark Side walking Tour Sat 26th 3-5pm and Sunday 27th 10-12pmRunning all week is Carnival of Trains, see the world of model trains, 10-4 daily at the Showgroundsand ride the train from Toowoomba's Railway Station to Spring Bluff Station Daily Mon 21st to Sun 27thAM train departs 09am and arrives back at 11:40PM Train departs 1pm and arrives back at 3:40 pmsee tcof.com.au for details or queenslandrailtravel.com.auunfortunately the Cafe will not be open so take a picnicMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sundaythe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 06 amQueens Park Market from 8amThanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus , find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs.We all know it is a scaled back version, but lets face it we all want to get out don't we, and safely enjoy what this years event has to offer. Our guest this week is CR James O'Shea, to run through some highlights of Toowoomba's carnival of Flowers for 2020,Show Supported by | Recognition PlusShow Produced by | SJA Media Srevices

Welcome to EP 31 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!.From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Episode 31 we chat to another local business, helping other businesses to succeed, Gail Thompson from Visible After 40 and Thompson Digital Solutions. She is passionate about helping people who start their business journey later in life and need a hand navigating the "techy" world we all live in. This collaborative approach is what makes Toowoomba a great place to do business.In News of the WeekThe council run outdoor pools are open again, the Milne Bay 50m and Highfields 25m, open 6am weekdays, 7am Weekends, see FB or the website tr.qld.gov.au/pools for details and closing times.Council would like us all to be mindful dam levels are under 35%, so be mindful of our water consumption.Toowoomba Regional Council will temporarily close Fernbank Road, between Oaklands Road and Northview Road, Cabarlah from 7.00 am 14 September for approximately one month.Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers events have begun already, stay tuned to tcof.com.au or the facebook page to get all the updates and events.This week, we shot a TV commercial to be aired shortly on the WIN network, so look out for my ugly mug!Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilCarnival of FlowersFriday/Sat/SunFloral Art Display and Outdoor Markets St Lukes Church from 09 am till 4pmSat/Sun/Mon2020 Clivia Show Sacred Hear School Hall, cnr North and Tor Sts 08 am till 2 pmFriday the 18thRowes Carnival of Flowers Light Show at Rowes Furniture in Russell St at 6:30 pmSaturday the 19thEmpire Theatre hosts the Qld Ballet - 60 Dancers 60 Stories two performances2:30 pm and 7:30 pm tickets at empiretheatre.com.auThe Mick Lindsay Spring Series brought to you by Evolution Music at The Met Hotel 7:30 pm, see the Met hotel FB page for ticket details, numbers are limited.Sunday the 20thMurphys Creek Chilli, Chocolate and Cheese Festival 09 am till 5 pm see FB or councils event page for more detailsSee all the individual FB Events for more details about all these eventsMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSundaythe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 06 amThanks again to our local supporters Recognition Plus and congrats on the first year, find them at recognitionplus.com.au for all your promotional needs.

Welcome to EP 31 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!.From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.This week in Episode 31 we chat to another local business, helping other businesses to succeed, Gail Thompson from Visible After 40 and Thompson Digital Solutions. She is passionate about helping people who start their business journey later in life and need a hand navigating the "techy" world we all live in. This collaborative approach is what makes Toowoomba a great place to do business.In News of the WeekThe council run outdoor pools are open again, the Milne Bay 50m and Highfields 25m, open 6am weekdays, 7am Weekends, see FB or the website tr.qld.gov.au/pools for details and closing times.Council would like us all to be mindful dam levels are under 35%, so be mindful of our water consumption.Toowoomba Regional Council will temporarily close Fernbank Road, between Oaklands Road and Northview Road, Cabarlah from 7.00 am 14 September for approximately one month.Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers events have begun already, stay tuned to tcof.com.au or the facebook page to get all the updates and events.This week, we shot a TV commercial to be aired shortly on the WIN network, so look out for my ugly mug!Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilCarnival of FlowersFriday/Sat/SunFloral Art Display and Outdoor Markets St Lukes Church from 09 am till 4pmSat/Sun/Mon2020 Clivia Show Sacred Hear School Hall, cnr North and Tor Sts 08 am till 2 pmFriday the 18thRowes Carnival of Flowers Light Show at Rowes Furniture in Russell St at 6:30 pmSaturday the 19thEmpire Theatre hosts the Qld Ballet - 60 Dancers 60 Stories two performances2:30 pm and 7:30 pm tickets at empiretheatre.com.auThe Mick Lindsay Spring Series brought to you by Evolution Music at The Met Hotel 7:30 pm, see the Met hotel FB page for ticket details, numbers are limited.Sunday the 20thMurphys Creek Chilli, Chocolate and Cheese Festival 09 am till 5 pm see FB or councils event page for more detailsSee all the individual FB Events for more details about all these eventsMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSundaythe

Welcome to a new week of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!.From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In Episode 30 we chat the artesian craft of soap making, with passionate Highfields local Vonnie from Von-Katz Soaps, what a breath of fresh air and so much fun.We also ask the Mayor, what will and wont take place with regards to the Carnival of Flowers.Now In News of the WeekLet's have a Fun fact day this week, and we have chosen, Thursday the 10th of September which is Swap Ideas Day.The word "swap" originated in the 13th Century, and was used to refer to the sound of hitting, it became more known to mean exchange, because people would hit their hands together to indicate they had come to an "agreement"Nominations are now open for the extraordinary achievers, 2021 Toowoomba region, Australia day awards. So if you know someone who has gone above and beyond, consider nominating them. see tr.ld.gov.auGreat news for the restaurant " Emeraude" forced to close it doors in Hampton , have announced they will have a "pop up" during Carnival of Flowers at the much loved "Bunnyconellen vineyard. check out Fb for more details.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday the 8th2nd Tuesday of the month sees the Canvas Coworking Entrepreneurs breakfast at the Parkhouse cafe from 7:15 am,Friday the 11thKreate It has Cute Cows, an adult artwork class , from 6 - 9 pm at Tinker in Dexter StFriday Night live an Oakey Youth Project on for ages 12-24 at the Oakey Indoor Sports centre 6:30 till 9 pm check the events page on the council website for more details.Leaders in Business September meetup on from 06:30 pmSaturday the 12thIs Launch day for Lily and Wattle Co. 188 Margaret St 9 till 4See all the individual FB Events for more details about all these eventsMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSundayThe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 06 amThe Makers Markets at the Mills precinct from 8 amThanks to the girls at Toowoomba's own Recognition Plus for their support, see them for all your promotional needs.Show Supported by | Recognition PlusShow Produced by | SJA Media Srevices

Welcome to a new week of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, proudly supported by Recognition Plus, put your NAME, .. where it counts!.From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen.In Episode 30 we chat the artesian craft of soap making, with passionate Highfields local Vonnie from Von-Katz Soaps, what a breath of fresh air and so much fun.We also ask the Mayor, what will and wont take place with regards to the Carnival of Flowers.Now In News of the WeekLet's have a Fun fact day this week, and we have chosen, Thursday the 10th of September which is Swap Ideas Day.The word "swap" originated in the 13th Century, and was used to refer to the sound of hitting, it became more known to mean exchange, because people would hit their hands together to indicate they had come to an "agreement"Nominations are now open for the extraordinary achievers, 2021 Toowoomba region, Australia day awards. So if you know someone who has gone above and beyond, consider nominating them. see tr.ld.gov.auGreat news for the restaurant " Emeraude" forced to close it doors in Hampton , have announced they will have a "pop up" during Carnival of Flowers at the much loved "Bunnyconellen vineyard. check out Fb for more details.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilTuesday the 8th2nd Tuesday of the month sees the Canvas Coworking Entrepreneurs breakfast at the Parkhouse cafe from 7:15 am,Friday the 11thKreate It has Cute Cows, an adult artwork class , from 6 - 9 pm at Tinker in Dexter StFriday Night live an Oakey Youth Project on for ages 12-24 at the Oakey Indoor Sports centre 6:30 till 9 pm check the events page on the council website for more details.Leaders in Business September meetup on from 06:30 pmSaturday the 12thIs Launch day for Lily and Wattle Co. 188 Margaret St 9 till 4See all the individual FB Events for more details about all these eventsMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSundayThe

Welcome to EP 29 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, happy Spring and bring on the Carnival of Flowers. This week we celebrate local creatives.We chat with author Rory Hammersley-Mather about his book, Vlad's Bad Breath, in shops 1 September and artist Alex Stalling one of our favourites , about the Chalk Art in the Botanic gardens during September.In News of the WeekA shout out to other Podcasters and those who just love listening to podcasts, the 1st of Sept is World Podcast Day.This week is also Legacy week, so go and buy some GF Oats Anzac biscuits and support a local company who is supporting Legacy.The council is looking for participants in Creative CBD Toowoomba, a program that sees Local creatives and start-up businesses have an opportunity to trial their ideas in brick-and-mortar locations, further refining their business offerings and model before taking on the risk of a commercial space.See the links on our show pages, website and at tr.qld.gov.au.Now for those with kids who would love a copy of Vlad's Bad Breath Rory is giving 4 away, as part of a colouring in competition, see the show notes, our website or watch for the Facebook post with the colouring sheets.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday the 2ndFirst Wednesday of the month sees Canvas Coworking Wordpress meet up from 6pmFriday the 4thSees the Eat Digital Crew host a Zoom - How to create Social content with CANVA.6 - 8pmSaturday the 5thVlad's Bad Breath Book Launch will be held at the Walton's Store 10-11:15 and then 11:30-12:30Sunday the 6thFathers Day at the Museum, at Cobb n Co.See all the individual FB Events for more details about all these eventsMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sundaythe

Welcome to EP 29 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, happy Spring and bring on the Carnival of Flowers. This week we celebrate local creatives.We chat with author Rory Hammersley-Mather about his book, Vlad's Bad Breath, in shops 1 September and artist Alex Stalling one of our favourites , about the Chalk Art in the Botanic gardens during September.In News of the WeekA shout out to other Podcasters and those who just love listening to podcasts, the 1st of Sept is World Podcast Day.This week is also Legacy week, so go and buy some GF Oats Anzac biscuits and support a local company who is supporting Legacy.The council is looking for participants in Creative CBD Toowoomba, a program that sees Local creatives and start-up businesses have an opportunity to trial their ideas in brick-and-mortar locations, further refining their business offerings and model before taking on the risk of a commercial space.See the links on our show pages, website and at tr.qld.gov.au.Now for those with kids who would love a copy of Vlad's Bad Breath Rory is giving 4 away, as part of a colouring in competition, see the show notes, our website or watch for the Facebook post with the colouring sheets.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilWednesday the 2ndFirst Wednesday of the month sees Canvas Coworking Wordpress meet up from 6pmFriday the 4thSees the Eat Digital Crew host a Zoom - How to create Social content with CANVA.6 - 8pmSaturday the 5thVlad's Bad Breath Book Launch will be held at the Walton's Store 10-11:15 and then 11:30-12:30Sunday the 6thFathers Day at the Museum, at Cobb n Co.See all the individual FB Events for more details about all these eventsMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturdayThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sundaythe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 06 am

Welcome to EP 28 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast. This week we are out and about learning about our local farmers markets, we will be talking to Teryl, from Platter of Fact, about some of her amazing offerings. And you never know who else we may see and hear from along the way.In News of the WeekThe Council's community visits on a Friday have begun again, the next ones are now Sept 11.The council has released a compilation of historical landmarks, as part of a book called the Toowoomba Heritage self drive Tour. So if you want to learn a bit more about Toowoomba's history grab a copy from council customer service centres or the Visitor Information centres throughout the region.The Strand picture theatre is open again, welcome back guys!Congratulations to both The Empire theatre and The Met Hotel, who have received a $20,000 grant each from the Qld State government. So more great music at the Met and the Qld Ballet in September at the EmpireAnd lastly the Toowoomba group SES, new headquarters has been officially opened at Charlton, in the new Council Depot precinct.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilThursday Aug 27 Google Your Business Digital Marketing for success, 06:00 pm till 07:30 pm at the Oaks Hotel, hosted by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce sees Localsearch specialist Jeff Mays talk websites, SEO and Google tools, see the chamber FaceBook event for detailsFriday August 28 sees live music at The Met Hotel 8pm till 11:30 pm featuring Venice on FireSaturday the 29th sees Community Tree Planting day, in Pittsworth and Middle Ridge Toowoomba, 08:30 till 11:30 at both places, see the council events page for more details.If you have ever wanted to make your own wooden spoon well here is your chance. Sunday 30th of Aug there is a workshop 08:30 am till 03:30 pm, in Kearney Springs, see the council event page for more details.Also on Sunday Toowoomba's Wedding Expo, is on at Rumours, online prebooked tickets only 10 am -2 pmMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturday 29 AugustThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sunday the 30ththe

Welcome to EP 28 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast. This week we are out and about learning about our local farmers markets, we will be talking to Teryl, from Platter of Fact, about some of her amazing offerings. And you never know who else we may see and hear from along the way.In News of the WeekThe Council's community visits on a Friday have begun again, the next ones are now Sept 11.The council has released a compilation of historical landmarks, as part of a book called the Toowoomba Heritage self drive Tour. So if you want to learn a bit more about Toowoomba's history grab a copy from council customer service centres or the Visitor Information centres throughout the region.The Strand picture theatre is open again, welcome back guys!Congratulations to both The Empire theatre and The Met Hotel, who have received a $20,000 grant each from the Qld State government. So more great music at the Met and the Qld Ballet in September at the EmpireAnd lastly the Toowoomba group SES, new headquarters has been officially opened at Charlton, in the new Council Depot precinct.Now Let's get on with show.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilThursday Aug 27 Google Your Business Digital Marketing for success, 06:00 pm till 07:30 pm at the Oaks Hotel, hosted by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce sees Localsearch specialist Jeff Mays talk websites, SEO and Google tools, see the chamber FaceBook event for detailsFriday August 28 sees live music at The Met Hotel 8pm till 11:30 pm featuring Venice on FireSaturday the 29th sees Community Tree Planting day, in Pittsworth and Middle Ridge Toowoomba, 08:30 till 11:30 at both places, see the council events page for more details.If you have ever wanted to make your own wooden spoon well here is your chance. Sunday 30th of Aug there is a workshop 08:30 am till 03:30 pm, in Kearney Springs, see the council event page for more details.Also on Sunday Toowoomba's Wedding Expo, is on at Rumours, online prebooked tickets only 10 am -2 pmMarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturday 29 AugustThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumAnd on Sunday the 30ththe Toowoomba PCYC Markets at the PCYC Toowoomba from 06 am

Well Hello Toowoomba,Welcome to EP 27 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast. This week we are delighted to speak with a go getter in our region. Kylie Hollands from GF Oats Australia. A small business in Highfields, making a big noise in the local community. We really admire people with such a passion for our community and small business, so it's great to be able to share the love.Do you know you can listen to us on Spotify, as well as your fav podcast app.Now Let's get on with show.In News of the WeekThe Council has opened the newly finished Charlton Council Depot last Thursday and this will be the principal depot for the council, with staff from around the region moving there progressively over the next 6 months.In great news for boaties, those that love to fish and picnic, picnic facilities near the dam wall and also Loveday Cove, are now open again at Cooby Dam.And lastly the Murphy's Creek Chilli and Chocolate Festival will be going ahead in 2020. Dates have changed to coincide with the first weekend of the Carnival of Flowers. it will now be known as The Murhpy's Creek Chilli Chocolate and Cheese Festival.What's On brought to you by the Toowoomba Regional CouncilMonday Aug 17 sees The Leaders in Business online August meet-up, starts at 6:30pm see the FB event for details.Thursday Aug 20 The Canvas Co-working general member meeting is on from 1230. Members see the website for RSVP detailsFriday Aug 21 sees the Classic Beauty Therapy Winter Wonderland Long Lunch on again from 11:30 till 5 pm orif you are into golf Two Square Events is holding the This is a Conversation Starter Charity Golf day from 1130 am see FB For both these events see their respective FB events for further details and tickets.Also on Friday Aug 21 at Empire Theatre Best of the Bee Gees with Colin Petersen tickets at the Empire Theatre website.MarketsPlease support our local marketsSaturday 22 AugustThe Toowoomba Farmers markets on from 08am under the windmill at Cobb n Co museumSunday the 16ththe