Goondiwindi to Host Queensland Community Cabinet in August Published on 15 June 2026 “The recent announcement that the Queensland Government's Community Cabinet will be held in Goondiwindi on 30 and 31 August is excellent news. Community Cabinet provides a valuable opportunity for residents in our region to engage directly with the Premier, Ministers and senior government officials,” said the Mayor of Goondiwindi Regional Council, the Honourable Cr Lawrence Springborg AM. Tagged as: , Media Releases
From the Mayor’s Desk – 9 June 2026 Published on 09 June 2026 This week, we will host a visit from the CEO of the Queensland Trucking Association, Gary Mahon, who brings extensive industry experience and represents road freight operators across the state. Our region is a critical freight corridor, particularly for movements between Queensland and the southern states. Tagged as: , From the Mayor
From the Mayor’s Desk - 26 May 2026 Published on 26 May 2026 Advocacy for improved childcare access continuesAlongside the team at Council, I am working closely with local families to find a solution to the challenges our region is facing with childcare, and a strong, community led advocacy is emerging in this space. Tagged as: , From the Mayor
Council extends residential building fee waiver for one more year Published on 26 May 2026 Goondiwindi Regional Council resolved to extend an incentive that waives building application fees as well as applicable water connection, plumbing and drainage fees for new residential dwellings. Tagged as: , From the Mayor
Council Responds to Small Businesses’ Calls for CBD Parking Compliance Published on 21 May 2026 Regulated parking supports a vibrant main street. It helps small businesses by ensuring easy customer parking. Council recently increased parking compliance after repeated requests from the local business community, including the Goondiwindi Chamber of Commerce. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Road widening works are underway on Goodar Road Published on 21 May 2026 Road widening works have commenced on sections of Goodar Road as part of Council’s long-term commitment to improving safety and accessibility across the region’s road network. Tagged as: , Media Releases
From the Mayor’s Desk – 12 May 2026 Published on 12 May 2026 “A noble concept executed very, very badly”: Inland Rail is disappointment to manyIn November 2001, I attended the inauguration of the Australian Inland Rail Expressway, Melbourne to Goondiwindi line, on the banks of the MacIntyre River at Goondiwindi. Tagged as: , From the Mayor
Planning Scheme Review kicks off Published on 06 May 2026 Council has started a review of the Town Planning Scheme to align with current needs and a clear long-term vision for the Goondiwindi region. Tagged as: , Media Releases
From the Mayor’s Desk - 28 April 2026 Published on 28 April 2026 It was wonderful to see our local Anzac Day services so well attended this past weekend, as we marked 111 years since the Gallipoli landings. My councillor colleagues and I had the privileged of speaking at a number of services and reflecting with communities throughout the day, ensuring Council representation at every service in Goondiwindi, Inglewood, Texas, Talwood, Toobeah and Yelarbon. Tagged as: , Media Releases