Toowoomba

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Toowoomba (also referred to by local residents as "Woombie" or "T-ba") is a regional centre in the Australian state of Queensland.

Toowoomba Halal Travel Guide

It's 130 kilometers west of Brisbane on the escarpment of the Great Dividing Range; travel duration is roughly 90 minutes by road. After Canberra, Toowoomba is the largest inland city in Australia.

Travel as a Muslim to Toowoomba

GPS: -27.5558|151.9519

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Toowoomba

  • Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport - formerly Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport; IATA Code: WTB GPS: -27.5586, 151.795 is located 17km west of Toowoomba - Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport A Despite its former name the airport is 130 kilometers from Brisbane and is not a practical alternative to Brisbane Airport (IATA Code: BNE).

There are few passenger flights operating from the airport. Services include:

  • QantasLink operates direct services to Sydney. There are 2 flights on weekdays and 1 flight a day on weekends.
  • Regional Express (REX)] operate services from Brisbane to Toowoomba and onwards to the rural towns of Street George, Cunnamulla, Thargomindah, Charleville, Quilpie, Windorah, Birdsville, Bedourie, Boulia and Mount Isa.

Airport transportation

  • Car Hire companies are represented at the airport. Given this is not a major airport it may be advisable to reserve a vehicle in advance.
  • Taxis are available from the airport into Toowoomba City however considering the considerable distance from the CBD, commuters should expect at least a $50 fare.
  • No public transport services exist for the airport.

By Rail

Toowoomba does not have frequent rail services. Queensland Rail's /railexperiences/ourtrains/thewestlander Westlander service passes through the city twice a week on its journey between Brisbane and Charleville. Travel duration by train between Brisbane and Toowoomba is roughly 3.5 hours, making the train journey substantially longer than the 90 minutes trip by vehicle or bus.

  • The westbound service departs Brisbane at 7:15PM on Tuesday and Thursdays, travelling through the night to arrive in Toowoomba at 11PM.
  • The eastbound service departs Toowoomba at 7AM on Thursday and Saturday, arriving in Brisbane at 11:30AM.

The east bound service descends down the Toowoomba Range in the early morning, offering excellent views of the rugged landscape.

By car

  • You can drive to Toowoomba via one of the three highways that run through the city: the A2 Warrego Highway from the east and west, or the A3 New England Highway from the north or south, also the A39 Gore Highway from the south west.

Travel on a Bus in Toowoomba

Regular bus services are available between Toowoomba and Brisbane and Toowoomba and towns to the west.

  • Greyhound Australia operate frequent services between Toowoomba and Brisbane with some services connecting to Brisbane Airport. Greyhound also operate less frequent services between Brisbane and Roma via Toowoomba and have a service between Toowoomba and Sydney that travels via an inland route.
  • Murrays Coaches operate services between Brisbane and Toowoomba and onwards to the small town of Miles, west of Toowoomba. Some services connect through to Brisbane Airport.
  • Bus Queensland operate services under Government contract that travel between Brisbane and Charleville and Brisbane and Mt Isa via Toowoomba.

Get Around

  • There are two taxi companies operating in Greater Toowoomba: Garden City Cabs and Yellow Cabs. Both companies have very reasonable metered fares compared to capital cities.
  • Silver Service is a lesser-used taxi service that offers fully qualified drivers and is often regarded as a pricier but better service.
  • A limited bus service operates in Toowoomba, with 6 bus routes covering the city. For the most part frequencies are hourly, increasing slightly for the AM and PM peak period. On Saturdays some routes are less frequent and others do not operate. No routes operate on Sundays. Information on timetabling and fares is available from the /transport/public/transport/timetables/qconnect/toowoomba/ Queensland Government website].

What to See

  • Picnic Point, a beautiful outlook on the edge of 'The Range'.
  • Spring Bluff Railway Station, a former train station with excellent gardens and picnic areas.
  • Queens Park and Botanical Gardens
  • Cobb and Co Museum
  • 'Ja Raku En' The University of Southern Queensland's Japanese Garden
  • Milne Bay Military Museum
  • Toowoomba Railway Station Building
  • Crows nest national park

What to Do

  • There is a tourist drive around the City and there are distinctive signs that mark this route.
  • See a show at the Empire Theatre, opened in 1911.
  • Visit the Sunday Markets at the Toowoomba PCYC

Festivals

The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is hosted by the city in late September each year. Commencing in 1949 the Carnival capitalises on the city's reputation of being the 'Garden City'. While there are many events that make up the carnival period, Toowoomba is known for its annual garden competition and the carnivals street parade.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Toowoomba

  • Toowoomba has a very spread out and lively downtown, brimming with small shops and cafes. There are also many shopping centres littered through the suburbs, two notable ones being Grand Central in the City and Clifford Gardens in Newtown.
  • The Linen Chest | 211 Margaret Street, Toowoomba ☎ +61 7 4638 4931 | Opening Hours: 9AM - 5PM A large range of stunning womens wear and accessories by Australian and International designers. Includes Mother of the Bride, Racewear, Party wear and a great selection of formal and informal designer wear
  • Clifford Gardens - Corner James Street and Anzac Avenue GPS: -27.5646, 151.9322 ☎ +61 7 4634 1371 - Clifford Gardens is one of two major shopping centres in Toowoomba
  • Grand Central - Corner of Margaret and Dent Street GPS: -27.5611, 151.9487 - Grand Central is Toowoomba's main shopping centre and features higher end stores.

Halal Restaurants in Toowoomba

  • Sss Bbq Barns - Steakhouse with great atmosphere, food and service
  • Angel Cafe | - GPS: A local cafe with fantastic meals on South Street.
  • Due to Toowoomba's large student population and there are a number of clubs and late night restaurants in the downtown itself and they are mostly in the eastern half of the CBD area.
  • Preston Peak Wines | 31 Preston Peak Lane ten minutes south of Toowoomba on the New England Highway ☎ +61 7 46309499 | Opening Hours: W-Su 10AM Monday - 5PM Great views, with a simple menu designed to complement their fruit cocktails.
  • Spotted Cow | North end of Ruthven Street GPS: A pub with a huge selection of local and imported soft drinks and fruit cocktails. Staff knowledgeable to assist even the most amateur drinker

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Toowoomba

Toowoomba - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Toowoomba, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Toowoomba. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Toowoomba and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Toowoomba. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Toowoomba. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inToowoomba: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Toowoomba.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Toowoomba: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Toowoomba, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Toowoomba.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Toowoomba, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Toowoomba, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Toowoomba without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Toowoomba is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Toowoomba.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Toowoomba is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Toowoomba has a large number of hotels and motels due to its strategic location on the crossroads of 3 major highways. You will see these as you drive through the city.

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