Toowoomba Regional Council is helping locals better prepare for floods, bush fires and cyclones. It's upgraded its Disaster Dashboard resources following last year's record season, coinciding with Get Ready Queensland Week. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

Blush Cancer Care has supported more than a thousand Darling Downs women over the past decade. Now, one of their own has shared her story to mark Breast Cancer Awareness month, hoping to inspire others to get checked. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

EXCLUSIVE: A Toowoomba boy has turned tragedy into triumph. William Sheppard was in a serious accident four years ago, crushing his army dreams, but now he's found a new path in plumbing and has won a prestigious apprentice award. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A house fire has destroyed a home in Kulpi, northwest of Toowoomba. As Cara Wood reports, working smoke alarms gave the occupants enough time to escape safely. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

Two Dalby teenagers have been charged with a combined 26 offences, accused of stealing cars and fuel across the Downs and Ipswich. Cara Wood has more. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A new community hub has opened in Allora, transforming the old senior citizens centre. It's a one-stop space for a growing community - with meeting and learning areas, and linking the library and sports museum. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

The Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee has toured more venues slated to host events. The Board also unveiled its new advisory groups to guide the region's role in the Games. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

Queenslanders are being reminded to connect with others, as Mental Health Week kicks off until October 12. From reaching out to a friend, to hosting a morning tea, everyone is encouraged to get involved. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

Most of us can't start the day without a coffee, but it comes at a price - with new data showing Queensland tops the nation for the most expensive cuppa. Just three takeaway cups a week can add up to more than $860 a year. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A young Oakey girl has found an unexpected path to healing. Diagnosed with Tourette syndrome five years ago, Hannah Tidmarsh has turned her journey into a horse therapy business, hoping to help others. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

Toowoomba Council has launched a program to kickstart new tourism projects in a bid to grow the region's attractions ahead of the 2032 Olympics. The initiative is aimed at boosting the visitor economy, already worth more than $2 billion. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A Toowoomba not-for-profit is using personal styling to help women 'doing it tough' - whether from homelessness, mental health or isolation. KindHer Threads offers one on one sessions, where women can take home up to three items. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A man has been charged with seven different drug and firearm offences in the South West region. His arrest comes after a year-long police operation across the area targeting illicit drugs. Cara Wood has the details. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A Western Downs man charged with attempted murder over a shooting nearly two years ago, has faced Dalby Magistrates Court. As Cara Wood reports, the case has now been moved to Toowoomba Supreme Court. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

EXCLUSIVE: A puppy abandoned on the side of the road has found a loving new home in the Darling Downs. The RSPCA says it needs more adoptions and support across Queensland, with nearly 200 animals surrendered in Toowoomba. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A regional Queensland mum and school principal is honouring the legacy of her late father, tackling the length of nearly two marathons. Karen Lynch is walking the talk, urging men to get checked early to save lives. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

An elderly woman has thanked Toowoomba paramedics and the community for going the extra mile, after she took a tumble at Queens Park. Instead of waiting on a stretcher, Nanna Zeta was taken on a tour of the Carnival of Flowers. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

A world famous heavy metal band is putting blood donations centre stage on their Australian tour. Metallica has formed a lifesaving partnership with the Red Cross - using one of its biggest hits to urge people to save a life. https://t.co/jGTbl0fzfx @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

Fire volunteers in regional Queensland have received a vital boost ahead of disaster season. The Crisafulli Government has amended the Fire Services Act, giving brigades more power and clarity to keep Queenslanders safe. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS

People impacted by cancer are turning pain into paintings for a powerful new Toowoomba exhibition. 'Happy Place' at the Jenny Black Cancer Wellness Centre is raising money to support vital lymphoedema care. https://t.co/jGTbl0f1pZ @CaraWood22 #7NEWS