build self-esteem, self-control,&self-confidence, things that are lacking in today's youth. 9. It would be good to have a decent multipurpose hall at Westbrook, complete with indoor pool, ability for indoor sports, functions, and community events. 10. My idea to improve Toowoomba would be a Civic Square in the middle of town. The best area would be the strip immediately south of Union Street, bordered on the west by Ruthven Street and on the East by Neil Street. A civic square could also become an ideal area to develop the new city library. Possibly in the Bankwest building which is for sale, or a new site around the square. With a library, the Empire theatre and the Grid and the art gallery just around the corner, this area could become the centre of Toowoomba's culture and the arts. 11. Toowoomba City is not pedestrian friendly, resulting in retailers along Ruthven Street missing out on business. The main Ruthven and Margaret Streets intersection should be closed to traffic and that central area turned into a pedestrian shopping mall. The area could then host open air dining areas and facilitate an increase in trade for local retailers. A Police shop front could also be incorporated to ensure greater public safety. 12. Toowoomba is the best place in Australia to go out for picnics in the parks and the countryside. There are several catering businesses but none of which I am aware that specialises in and sells simple and gourmet Picnic Hampers. Having lived