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Last Updated: Wednesday, 26 November 2025 15:28

We are seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced professionals to become a member of the Planning and Development Policy and Technical Advice Reference Group.

Council will establish this reference group to provide a forum for collaboration and consultation between Council officers and planning and technical professionals within our community. The purpose of the group is to discuss, provide feedback, and exchange insights on matters relating to the region’s draft Planning Scheme and Council’s planning and development functions.

  • Must be submitted by close of business 12 January 2026.

Purpose and functions

The reference group will facilitate discussion and provide feedback to Council on:

  • the development and refinement of the new Toowoomba Region Planning Scheme;
  • business improvement initiatives relevant to Council’s planning and development functions; and
  • Council’s service delivery in the planning and development space.

While the reference group will contribute valuable technical and professional input, it will not replace Council’s statutory community consultation obligations under the Planning Act 2016 and the Minister’s Guidelines and Rules.

Membership and selection

We invite expressions of interest from local professionals with experience and qualifications in one or more of the following disciplines:

  • Planning
  • Engineering
  • Architecture, Design or related disciplines
  • Economics or related disciplines
  • Environmental or related fields
  • Development Industry.

Council seeks to appoint up to 7 members, with at least one representative from each of the professional categories listed above.

As part of the expression of interest process for appointing members to the reference group, Council may consider your:

  • professional qualifications and relevant experience;
  • experience and understanding of local and State planning processes in Queensland;
  • understanding of the Toowoomba Region identity and character;
  • knowledge of strategic planning principles; and
  • understanding of the integration of social, environmental, community, and commercial matters.

Appointments will be made at Council’s discretion by the Chief Executive Officer or their delegate, the General Manager of Planning and Development.

Term and remuneration

Community Members will be appointed for a 12-month term, with the possibility of extension for a further period of up to 12 months at Council’s discretion.

Commitment and confidentiality

Meetings will be held as required and may be conducted in person or via Microsoft Teams.

Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)

Provide a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications, experience, and reason for joining the reference group via the 

For further information, contact 07 4688 8340.

Related information

In addition to the creation of a Reference Group, the first procurement packages for the Planning Scheme Delivery Program are also open. For more information visit Current tenders.