Thank you for joining the conversation. Our Beyond 2020 surveys and ideas are now closed. We look forward to sharing the outcomes of the feedback with you shortly. In the mean time please enjoy the design talks and other City Centre information on this page.

Toowoomba Regional Council is currently reviewing the City Centre Master Plan (2010-2030). The aim of this review will be to celebrate progress that has been made in implementing priority projects over the last 10 years and to understand community priorities for the remaining 10 years of the plan. Through online events and engagement, residents from the region will be able to contribute their feedback and ideas for the future of the Toowoomba City Centre.

The ‘City Centre’ area encompasses a number of key locations for future growth and renewal. It Includes the city core which Is anchored by Queen's Park and Laurel Bank Park, The Hospital Precinct to the south and the Railway Precinct to the north. Key corridors Include East and West Creeks and the Railway line and historic station.

The City Centre Master Plan was developed in partnership with local businesses In order to drive and manage positive change. The plan identified unique urban characteristics of the city and aimed to capitalise on these assets.

These features include the strong street grid and network of interconnected laneways, heritage architecture and the Garden City Image. Subsequent strategies such as the Laneway Strategy, Public Art Strategy and Streets and Landscape Strategy further considered improvement works to support the master plan.

What have we achieved?

Since the implementation of the master plan, this area has undergone significant change, with over $800 million invested including TRC projects such as the City library, Good’s Shed, Outer circulating road, Ruthven Street and Kwong Sang Walk. The 2030 Master Plan is now at a half-way mark, and with 10 years to go, it’s the perfect time to take stock of achievements to date and look towards 2030.

Check out our interactive map below showing the City Centre projects implemented over the past 10 years.

Where to next?

Right now, we are also united with the world facing many challenges related to managing the COVID-19 outbreak. The Toowoomba community has always come together in times of crisis, and this period is an opportunity to rebuild towards a bright future for our city.

What does the Toowoomba of 2030 look like for you? Is it better connected, greener, more liveable, creative and activated?

We’re looking to understand your ideas, priorities and thoughts on your city’s centre and there are lots of ways you can get involved.

Join the conversation!

With many of us still at home, we've moved the conversation about the City Centre Master Plan online, but there are many ways to be involved. You'll find our surveys and various activities below. So share your dreams with us...

New videos will be added weekly, so check back regularly.
CreativeMornings Panel
On Friday 19 June, CreativeMornings hosted a live online panel where insights were shared into the opportunities for Toowoomba and the city-making process. Click here to view the webinar and find out more...
Design Talks
Hear from those in Toowoomba’s creative and design industries about achievements from the past 10 years of development and what’s next for Toowoomba. Click here to find out more...
The Home Project
Join local artists Jeremy Staples, Alex Stalling and London Heir in these free art workshops designed to get you and your family creative while at home. Click here to find out more...
Colouring in & Educational activities
Download colouring in sheets and post your creations online with the hashtags #toowoombaregion #ourcitytr. We also have activities for school teachers to bring to the classroom. Click here to find out more...


Please check back during our period of engagement (4 June to 10 July) as we continue to update this page. Should you have any specific questions, please contact yoursay@tr.qld.gov.au and quote "Your City Centre".


As you selected 'No', what would make walking or cycling a more attractive option for you to come to or move around the City Centre? (Select all that apply) Required
What are the reasons you go to the City Centre? (Select all that apply) Required
Which of the City Centre’s parks and civic spaces do you utilise? (Select all that apply) Required
Would any of the below physical distancing options help you feel safer when in the city centre, going to cafes etc. during and after COVID-19 (Select all that apply): Required
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Which of the following events that occur in or around the City Centre have you attended? (Select all that apply) Required
What recreational facilities and activities would encourage you to visit the City Centre parks more often? Required
Which of these services and facilities would encourage you to visit the City Centre more often? (Select all that apply) Required
Which of the following dwelling types would you consider living in? (Select all that apply) Required
Which of these events and activities would encourage you to visit the City Centre more often? (Select all that apply) Required
What housing choices do you think are important to provide in the City Centre? (Select all that apply) Required
How often do you visit the City Centre? (Select all that apply) Required
Do you currently live in the Toowoomba City Centre study area (the area within the black line and mostly coloured pink)? Required
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Part 2 : Activated

Introduction

Part 3: Connected

Part 4: Liveable

Part 5: Green

Part 6: Post COVID-19

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Railyards Parklands

Health Precinct

Entertainment Centre at former TAFE site

Bell Street Mall Upgrade

Herries Street Grand Boulevard

Relocate Transit Centre

West Creek Recreational Artery

The Margaret Street Green Spine 

A New Garden Square

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Do your customers suggest improvements to the City Centre that would improve your business? Required
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Would any of the below physical distancing options help you feel safer when in the city centre, going to cafes etc. during and after COVID-19 (select all that apply): Required
Which of the following events that occur in or around the City Centre do you feel support your business (select all that apply)? Required
What type of events would you like to see in the City Centre (select all that apply)? Required
Do you currently run an event or activity, or have an interest in running an event in the City Centre? Required
Do you have an interest in delivering a small-scale beautification project in the City Centre (e.g. greening the walkway, art on walls, façade improvements)? Required
Do you think the Toowoomba City Centre has a positive identity? (e.g. character, description of visitor’s experience) Required
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PART 2 | People

Business survey

PART 5 | POST COVID-19

PART 4 | Programming

PART 3 | Place

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Case Study 5: BIDs

Case Study 4: City of Port Phillip

Case Study 3: Braddon, Canberra

Process

Case Study 2: Palmwoods, Sunshine Coast

Case Study 1: Ocean Street, Maroochydore

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Quick Poll

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Total Votes: 75