Toowoomba, QLD
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City Info
City of Toowoomba, QLD
"Capital" of the Darling Downs. Also known as the Garden City . Toowoomba's colonial history traces back to 1816 when English botanist and explorer Allan Cunningham arrived in Australia from Brazil and in June 1827 discovered 4 million acres of rich farming and grazing land, which became known as the Darling Downs.
Location
125 Km west of Brisbane
Toowoomba, QLD CBD
The University and Cathedral area comprise the CBD
Seasons
Winter
Jun to Aug
7°C - 17°CSpring
Sep to Nov
12°C - 24°CSummer
Dec to Feb
17°C - 27°CAutumn
Mar to May
7°C - 75°CTime
Queensland remains on Eastern Standard Time (GMT +10 hours) all year round.
No Smoking
Smoking is not permitted in Queensland within 5 metres of non-residential entrances, and between 5 to 10 metres at beaches, sporting stadiums, near children's playgrounds, at restaurants, bars or clubs either indoor or outdoors $220 on-the-spot fines apply for breaches.
Post Office
Mon-Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
*Some Open Saturday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm noonPopulation
115,000 people
Money
Notes or Bills
$5, $10, $20, $50, $100Coins
5¢, 10¢, 20¢, 50¢, $1, $2 (odd cents rounded to the nearest 5¢)Education providers
CRICOS registered institutions for international students: 1 Public Universities, 1 University English Centres, 2 Vocational Colleges, 5 Private Schools, 10 Public Schools
Electricity
240/250volts/50Hz
Weather
Temperate
Shopping
Mon-Wed: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thu (suburbs) & Fri (CBD): 9:00 am- 9:00 pm
Saturday: 09:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pmBanks
Mon-Thu: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Fridays: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Some bank branches open Saturday morning: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm noon -
Explore
EXPLORE TOOWOOMBA
An hour and a half west of Brisbane is Toowoomba. Toowoomba is the perfect getaway to relax, enjoy the fresh air and country hospitality. There are many historic buildings and attractions with a story to tell within our boundaries such as the Cobb & Co museum, and numerous natural attractions including stunning parks and country areas.
Main attractions include:
Jondaryan Woolshed 30 minutes south west of Toowoomba
Queens Park home to Toowoomba’s Botanical Gardens and
The Carnival of flowers in September
Transport and main Roads Heritage centre
Cobb & Co Museum
Weekly markets selling quality fashion, art, handcrafts, fresh produce, etc.
(Courtesy of Toowoomba Regional Council)
EXPERIENCE AND LIFESTYLE ON THE SUNSHINE COAST
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Transport
Toowoomba Airport
http://www.wellcamp.com.au (nearest international airport, see Brisbane Airport)
http://www.wellcamp.com.au/flying-with-us/transport/getting-to-from-the-airport
C 140 Kms approx. from Brisbane Airport}"?
2h minutes (allow more time for peak traffic hours)Getting around
It is important to learn about all the public transport modes around Toowoomba including the bus, taxi and bicycle. Always look out for the local bus time table and keep it handy.
Useful tips
- Students doing VET (Vocational programs) and Higher Education (University courses) can obtain discount in public transport.
- If you are entitled to Student discount, carry your student ID card with you at all times.
- If you are travelling late at night on weekends, find out if there is a night route that goes near your destination as some routes are not scheduled on weekends.
- Disabled and elderly people as well as pregnant women have priority seating.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke in public transport or in taxis.
- Bus tickets can be purchased when boarding the bus
- Pleas note that bus services will be rebranded to Translink in 2017
WALKING
is a healthy alternative for transport. When crossing a street, wait for the green pedestrian icon. Do not walk or run over a red pedestrian light.
BUSES
the fare you pay for the trip depends on how far you travel (zones) and also the time of the day. Make sure you hail the bus so the driver stops to pick you up! Go to www.translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/concessions/tertiary to check for discounts. Always keep a bus time table in your bag. Remember that times for the above services change on weekends and designated holidays.
RIDE A BIKE
to cycle you must wear a helmet at all times and follow the road rules.
RIDING A MOTORCYCLE
Always wear a helmet. It is now required by law to have a special motorcycle license for models of a certain size. Check with Queensland Transport at www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/motorcycles/licence-types/.
DRIVING
We drive on the left side of the road. To drive in Australia, you need an English translation of your driver’s license. For driving rules in Queensland, check this link https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/road/. If you are going to drink alcohol, do not drive.
TAXIS
A safe mode of transportation in particular if you have been drinking after a party. You can pay the taxi fare with your credit card if you do not carry cash. Always ask for a receipt.
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Hospitals
IMPORTANT NOTE:
International Students must go to Public Hospitals as their Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) does not cover expenses in private hospitals.
Seeking Medical Assistance
- Carry your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) card with you at all times.
- When visting the doctor, you will need to pay for their services (some doctors may bulk bill at no cost to you).
- Keep all receipts so you can obtain reimbursement later.
- All medical emergencies are covered by your Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC).
- If you are unable to attend classes due to being sick, you should obtain a medical certificate from your doctor.
Toowoomba Hospital
(07) 4616 6000
154 Pechey St, South Toowoomba QLD 4350
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Government Offices
State Library
N/A
City Library
Address
155 Herries St, ToowoombaOpening hours
Mon-Fri: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 Noon – 4:00 pmAustralian Taxation Office
Website
https://www.ato.gov.auResidential Tenancy Authority
Website
https://www.rta.qld.gov.auDept. of Immigration & Citizenship
Website
https://www.border.gov.auFair Work Ombudsman
Address
Level 1, 195-197 Hume Street, ToowoombaOpening hours
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Emergency & Assistance
How to make an International call:
0011 + Country Code + City Code + Number
If you don't know your country code, call 1225National Phone Codes
(02) Sydney (NSW) & Canberra (ACT)
(07) Brisbane & Gold Coast (QLD)
(08) Perth (WA), Adelaide (SA) & Darwin (NT)
(04) Mobile (Australia wide)
(03) Melbourne (VIC) & Hobart (TAS)
(13 or 1300) Local calls
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Assistance, Health and Welfare
- Australian Red Cross Queensland www.redcross.org.au 07 3367 7222
- Directory Assistance (within Australia) 1800 810 211
- Directory Assistance (International) 1225
- Domestic and Family Violence 1800 811 811
- Gambling Help Line 1800 858 858
- Lifeline (Counselling Services) www.lifeline.org.au
- Salvation Army www.salvationarmy.org.au
- Sexual Assault Help www.dvconnect.org 1800 010 020
- Sexual Help Service www.health.qld.gov.au 13 43 25 84
- Surf Life Saving Queensland www.lifesaving.com.au 07 3846 8000
- Queensland Health www.health.qld.gov.au 13 43 25 84
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Emergency Numbers
- Ambulance, Police and Fire (emergency only) 000
- Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000
- Policelink (non emergencies) 13 14 44
- School Watch 13 17 88
- Digital Mobile Phone Services (alternative for 000) 112
- Directory Assistance (from a land line) 1234
- Poison Information Centre 13 11 26
- State emergency Service (Toowoomba) 07 4592 5230
- Surf Life Saving Queensland 07 3846 8000
- Toowoomba Regional Council 07 4688 6611
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Employment and Work Experience
- Fair Work Ombudsman www.fairwork.gov.au
- Australian Internships www.internships.com.au
- Indeed www.indeed.com
- GCA Graduate Careers www.graduatecareers.com.au
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Diplomatic Missions In Australia
List of Diplomatic Missions http://dfat.gov.au
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Government Departments and Agencies
- National Innovation and Science Agenda www.innovation.gov.au
- Australian Human Rights Commission www.humanrights.gov.au
- Residential Tenancies Authority www.rta.qld.gov.au 1300 366 311
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Legal Aid
Legal Aid Queensland www.legalaid.qld.gov.au 1300 651 188
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Lost Credit Cards
- Mastercard www.mastercard.com.au 1800 120 113
- VISA www.visa.com.au 1800-125-440
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Translating and Interpreting
Translating and Interpreting Service www.naati.com.au
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Transport
- Translink https://translink.com.au/seq 13 12 30
- Buses www.busqld.com.au/urban/
- To find an address or a place www.whereis.com
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Utility Services
- LPG Gas www.elgas.com.au 131 161
- Energex www.energex.com.au 13 12 53
- Origin Energy www.originenergy.com.au 13 24 61
- Queensland Urban Utilities
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Volunteering
Volunteering Queensland www.volunteeringqld.org.au
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Worship
- Anglican Church anglicanchurchsq.org.au
- Buddhist Church www.buddhistcouncilofqueensland.org/directory
- Catholic Church brisbanecatholic.org.au
- Mosques www.muslimdirectory.com.au/directory/mosques
- Sikh Temple www.brisbanesikhtemple.org.au
- Seventh Day Adventists brisbanecentral.adventist.org.au/
- Salvation Army www.salvationarmy.org.au
- Synagogue www.brisbanehebrewcongregation.com
- Other religions directory brisbane-australia.com/brisbane-religion.html
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Assistance, Health and Welfare
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Student Services Directory
Cricos: 03020E
TAFE Toowoomba
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