Have your say
Register Now - for Council's online consultation platform
Council's online consultation platform (https://lockyervalley.engagementhub.com.au/) hosts a range of opportunities for the local community to have their say.
Some sections will require registration to ensure Council is hearing from people with a genuine stake in local initiatives, while other sections will be open for anyone to respond to.
To ensure you don't miss any opportunity to HAVE YOUR SAY, register now!
Please note Council uses a variety of platforms for consultation and will outline them below.
Current projects seeking community input/comment
How to use this table:
- Read the overview first to get an understanding of the project, the scope of the consultation and to access any support documents.
- Click on the project title to access any associated online consultations (e.g. surveys).
- Note opening and closing dates for community feedback.
- Check back after closing dates to see if the report has been published yet.
- Take note of any other consultations seeking community input.
| Project and Status | Overview | Open Date | Close Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laidley Recreation Reserve - Softball Facility Naming | Council is seeking name suggestions for the Softball Facility at Laidley Recreation Reserve. Do you know an individual or group that should have the softball facility named in their honour? Council is seeking suggestions for the name of a community member or group that has contributed considerably to Laidley and has significant community standing. Submit your nomination at https://forms.office.com/r/VWC4GaAN0a. Submissions close on 1 October 2023. | 11/09/2023 | 01/10/2023 |
| Lockyer Waters Community Centre | Lockyer Valley Regional Council is preparing to replace the aged Alex Geddes Hall with the new Lockyer Waters Community Centre. Council has prepared a design based on feedback from community representatives that are closely connected with the existing hall, with consideration of the needs of the community that were identified throughout the 2022 flood events. More information is available on the Engagement Hub project page. | 31/08/2023 | |
| Lockyer Valley's Planning Scheme | Council remains committed to moving forward with our new planning scheme for the whole of the region. This is about a consistent approach to how we regulate and facilitate development across the region.
Community feedback is encouraged. The purpose of consultation is to gain insights and thoughts from community on the proposed new draft scheme prior to considering all submissions, responding and referring back to the State Government. For more information visit Draft Planning Scheme - Lockyer Valley Regional Council. | 02/08/2023 | 06/10/2023 |
| Lockyer Valley Flood Information Portal | The *NEW* Flood Information Portal is a free tool that enables users to obtain specific flood data at selected points of interest on Lockyer Valley properties (where available), immediately. Further information is available here and the Flood Information Portal can be accessed here. If you have any questions regarding how flood risk is regulated in relation to development or flood information requests, please contact Council on 1300 005 872. | 12/04/2023 | |
| Relocation of Flood-Impacted Park Equipment
CLOSED | Several parks in the Lockyer Valley are frequently flooded by rising waterways or fast-flowing overland run-off which results in repeated damage to equipment in those parks. This is a costly recurring issue and Council will commence relocating usable equipment to other nearby parks to ensure the community continues to enjoy appropriate facilities, without incurring unnecessary costs. Council has listened to community feedback and has reassessed this project, focusing on retaining as much infrastructure in identified parks as feasible. You are encouraged to explore the various sections on Engagement Hub to understand which parks and what equipment is within the project scope. | 23/08/2023 | 19/09/2023 |
| Ropehill Community Sports Centre - Oval 2 Naming CLOSED | Council is seeking name suggestions for Oval 2 at Ropehill Community Sports Centre. Do you know an individual or group that should have the oval named in their honour? Council is seeking suggestions for the name of a community member or group that has contributed considerably to Ropehill and has significant community standing. Submissions closed on 3 September 2023. | 14/08/2023 | 03/09/2023 |
| Forest Hill Silos Mural Viewing Precinct Concept CLOSED | Council is seeking community feedback on the concept plans for the Forest Hill Silos Mural Viewing Precinct. Community consultation closed on 10/05/2023, and the Consultation Report is now available in the Document Library on Engagement Hub. | 17/04/2023 | 10/05/2023 |
| Arts and Cultural Plan CLOSED | Council engaged consultants to develop an Arts and Cultural Plan. Following on from face-to-face meetings, a discussion paper was developed for further community consultation. This consultation is now closed. | 23/09/2022 | 10/10/2022 |
| Flying-fox Management Plan CLOSED | Council engaged consultants to develop a Flying-fox
Management Plan, which will provide clarity on Council’s obligations and
legislative requirements for managing flying-fox camps within the Lockyer
Valley.
In developing this Plan, Council provided an opportunity for residents to outline their experiences with flying-foxes and any recommendations for Council to consider via a short online survey. This consultation is now closed. | 17/08/2022 | 31/08/2022 |
| Lockyer Valley Libraries 2022 Customer Service Quality Survey CLOSED | This survey provided residents the opportunity to tell us where we could improve our library services. This consultation is now closed. | 10/06/2022 | 01/07/2022 |
| 2022-2027 Draft Corporate Plan CLOSED | The Lockyer Valley Regional Council DRAFT Corporate Plan 2022-2027 has been available for community review and feedback. This consultation is closed. The Corporate Plan 2022-2027 is available here. | 25/05/2022 | 08/06/2022 |
| Laidley Grandstand Naming Expressions of Interest CLOSED | Council is considering naming the Laidley Recreational Reserve Grandstand and is calling for nominations from the community. This consultation is now closed. | 11/04/2021 | 05/05/2022 |
| Forest Hill Silos Mural CLOSED | Council is considering the viability, benefits and key themes on a proposal to paint large scale murals on the Forest Hill Silos.
This consultation is closed. | 05/06/2021 | 30/06/2021 |
| Local Law Consultation Notice
Proposed Off-Leash Dog Area in Fairways Park, Kensington Grove
CLOSED | This consultation relates to the proposed subordinate local law. It is not seeking feedback on the concept or making of the off-leash dog park itself. This consultation is now closed. To find more information click here. | 21/06/2021 | 12/07/2021 |
| Fairways Park Master Plan Phase 3 CLOSED | The park is intended to provide a range of recreational facilities that meet the long-term needs of, and reflect the environment in, this high growth part of the Lockyer Valley. Council notes that the park will be developed over 10-15 years to ensure sustainability, value-for-money and high-quality outcomes. The community's ideas from Phase 1 and 2 consultations have been used by consultants to develop Concept Designs. Consultations have now closed and concept designs, a report on community feedback and project updates are available via this link. | 06/09/2019 | 29/09/2019 |
| Livestock Farming Drought Support Action Plan CLOSED | Following on from the Livestock Farming Drought Support Forum in September 2019, Council endorsed an Action Plan developed by forum participants.
The Livestock Farming Drought Support Action Plan is now available to download. | 17/09/2019 | 02/11/2019 |
Commitment to Community Engagement
Lockyer Valley Regional Council is committed to enhancing how it engages with the community. Through undertaking engagement Council aims to:
- provide useful information to the public
- build Council and community connections
- maximise community participation in decision making.
Engagement is not a one-way process. It provides an opportunity for the community to let Council know what is important and to find better ways to work together to achieve the Region's shared vision.
In undertaking community engagement, Council is guided by the following:
- Lockyer Valley Regional Council Community Engagement Policy
- Lockyer Valley Regional Community Engagement Framework
- Lockyer Valley Regional Council Community Engagement Strategy
Engagement Opportunities
Lockyer Valley Regional Council undertakes a number of community engagement initiatives to seek input, consult with and/or inform the public about a range of issues, plans, projects, and service delivery changes and developments.
Information about engagement opportunities can be accessed via:
- Council's website
- by contacting Council's Customer Service Centre on 1300 005 872
- online at Customer Live Chat
- emailing CETeam@lvrc.qld.gov.au.
Some significant projects are promoted from time to time in Council publications such as Council Highlights or in public notices in local papers. Budget considerations, lead time and applicable legislative requirements will influence the extent and methods chosen to advertise public consultations/engagement opportunities.
Council additionally holds a number of events throughout the year, which provide an opportunity for community and Council to connect and share information. For information about upcoming events, please see Council's events calendar.
6 Great Reasons to Get Involved
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