Public Notice: Sunday Road Maintenance, Health Advisories, and Service Updates

Official City Notice: Toowoomba Weekly Service and Health Update

Toowoomba Regional Council and Darling Downs Health provide the following public service announcements and official notices for Sunday, 8 February 2026. Residents are encouraged to review these updates to ensure compliance with local regulations and to plan for potential service disruptions.

Roadworks and Traffic Conditions

As part of the Council’s ongoing commitment to infrastructure safety, several road maintenance projects remain active across the region. While major new projects are slated to begin on Monday, the following conditions apply for Sunday, 8 February:

• Reichle Road (Yandilla): A full road closure remains in place for Flood Recovery culvert replacement works. This closure is expected to continue through late March 2026. Detours are clearly marked; please follow all on-site signage.
• Olsen Road: Maintenance grading works may cause minor traffic disruptions. Motorists are advised to drive to conditions and expect slow-moving machinery.
• Central District: Preparatory works for drainage and asphalt patching are underway in areas including Centenary Heights (Ballin Drive) and the CBD. While most heavy machinery will be idle on Sunday, traffic management infrastructure may remain in place in preparation for Monday morning closures on Campbell Street and Creek Street.

Public Health Advisory: Measles Alert

Darling Downs Health continues to urge the community to remain vigilant following a confirmed case of measles detected in the Toowoomba area. Residents should monitor for symptoms, which include high fever, cough, runny nose, and a red blotchy rash. If you or a family member suspect infection, please contact your GP or 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) before visiting a clinic to prevent further transmission.

Water Conservation and Restrictions

Toowoomba remains under permanent water conservation measures. Residents are reminded of the specific outdoor watering schedules active for Sunday, 8 February:

• Even or Unnumbered Houses: Permitted to use efficient sprinklers or hand-held hoses for one hour between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
• General Cleaning: Washing of vehicles and external equipment is permitted before 10:00 am and after 4:00 pm today using a trigger-nozzle hose or high-pressure unit.
• Exemptions: Watering of new lawns and gardens is permitted for one hour daily for the first 14 days of establishment, provided proof of purchase is maintained.

Public Service and Community Notices

Several administrative and community deadlines coincide with today’s date:

• ASIC Service Outage: Local business owners are advised that ASIC online services, including ASIC Connect search and lodgments, will be unavailable until 6:30 pm this evening due to scheduled system maintenance.
• Crows Nest Gallery: A "Meet the Artist" event for the Echoes exhibition by Toni Bren-Clarke will be held at 11:00 am today. Entry to the gallery is free.
• E-Petitions: Several regional petitions on the Queensland Parliament website are scheduled to close today, including submissions regarding Toowoomba Hospital maternity services and water fluoridation policies.