Official Roundup: Essential City Notices and Service Updates for Friday, 13 March

Critical Road Closures and Traffic Advisories

Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has confirmed several significant road closures affecting commuters on Friday, 13 March 2026. Residents are advised to plan their routes in advance and follow all posted detours to avoid delays.

• Westbrook: Gore Street, between Keding Road and Barwick Street, remains closed for major pavement reconstruction. These works are scheduled for completion by the end of the day on Friday, 13 March. Through traffic is being diverted via established detours, while local resident access is maintained.
• East Toowoomba: Nathua Court will be closed to all through traffic between 6:30 am and 3:00 pm on Friday. This closure is necessary for the final stages of a road gully unit upgrade. Access for residents will be preserved throughout the work period.
• Centenary Heights: The full road closure on Ballin Drive, between Mackenzie Street and Stenner Street, remains active. This long-term project involving critical water main works is expected to continue until the end of March. Signage and traffic management remain in place.

Community Services and Events

Several official community notices have been issued regarding regional services and public gatherings for Friday, 13 March.

• Toowoomba Creative Industries Summit: The Annexe will host the region’s creative practitioners and entrepreneurs for the Creative Industries Summit. The event begins on the morning of Friday, 13 March, and will focus on future trends in the local arts and culture sector.
• Clifton Library Closure: Residents are reminded that the Clifton Library remains temporarily closed for essential building maintenance and upgrades. This closure began earlier this month and is ongoing; patrons are encouraged to utilize digital resources or alternative regional branches during this time.

Public Health and Environmental Alerts

In response to the current weather patterns and regional flooding events, Queensland Health and the Toowoomba Regional Council have issued the following safety advisories:

Flood Safety and Melioidosis Risk: Following the recent flood events across the region, health authorities are urging residents to avoid contact with floodwaters. There is an increased risk of melioidosis, a bacterial infection common in soil and water after heavy rain. Residents who must enter flood-affected areas should wear protective clothing and footwear. Additionally, some local schools may experience adjusted operating hours or closures on Friday due to localized flooding impact; parents should check their school's status via the official Department of Education dashboard.

Water Conservation Measures: Low-level water restrictions remain in effect across the Toowoomba Region. Under the current schedule for Friday, 13 March, residents at even-numbered or unnumbered premises are permitted to use handheld hoses for garden watering between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm. Odd-numbered properties are restricted from outdoor watering on this date.