News
Council News is a bi-monthly newsletter full of information important to the Lockyer Valley region.
Limited hard copies will be available at Lockyer Valley Libraries and Customer Service Centers in Laidley and Gatton.
Click here to view the latest edition.
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First 5 Forever turns 10!
Media ReleasesIt’s Queensland’s landmark early literacy program and today, the Lockyer Valley community came together to celebrate First 5 Forever turning 10!
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Passenger rail crucial to support growth, Mayor says
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is urging the State and Federal governments to take action now and make passenger rail between Toowoomba and Brisbane a reality ahead of the 2032 games.
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Lockyer Valley and Somerset water project adds drought expertise
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Security Scheme has welcomed University of Southern Queensland’s Professor Ben Lyons to its Strategic Advisory Group.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month an important cause for LVRC
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council staff and councillors will once again stand in solidarity with those impacted by breast cancer throughout the month of October.
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Lake Dyer’s new amenities block is now complete
Media ReleasesLake Dyer now boasts a brand-new disability compliant amenities building.
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Get Ready Queensland Week: Council Urges Residents to Prepare Now
Media ReleasesNext week is Get Ready Queensland Week and Lockyer Valley Regional Council is urging residents to prepare now for the upcoming severe weather season.
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Council urges the community to be careful during bushfire season
Media ReleasesResidents, businesses and visitors are reminded that due to heightened fire conditions, everyone needs to understand the current fire warnings for their location and not take unnecessary risks.
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Council crews work to keep our parks and gardens green and growing
Media ReleasesLaidley Spring Festival may have just wrapped up, but our Parks and Gardens crews aren’t slowing down when it comes to keeping our outdoor spaces looking great.
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Tips and tricks to remember when it comes to recycling
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is calling on residents to jump on board the recycling bandwagon and renew their commitment to doing the right thing when it comes to where to place their rubbish.
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Applications for Council’s Environmental Grants Program now open
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has opened its doors to Round 1 of its Community Environmental Grants program.
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Passionate QTM volunteer wins major award
Media ReleasesQueensland Transport Museum (QTM) volunteer Nick Stokes has taken home a top gong in the statewide Gallery and Museum Achievement Awards.
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Temporary relocation of Council’s Gatton Customer Service Centre
Media ReleasesCouncil will temporarily relocate its Gatton Customer Service Centre to an alternative premises from Monday 29 September.
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Community comes alive at Laidley Spring Festival
Media ReleasesIt was a celebration of colour, community and retro revival at the weekend’s 62nd annual Laidley Spring Festival.
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Hip hip hooray for First 5 Forever
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will host an exciting birthday celebration next month – and you’re invited to come along!
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R U Ok?
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is putting a spotlight on mental health this ‘R U OK?’ Day and is once again supporting the important national initiative.
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Council’s Share the Dignity Drive now underway
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is proud to once again support the Share the Dignity Drive and has recently kicked off its annual campaign to support the important initiative.
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Spring activations at Lockyer Valley Libraries these school holidays
Media ReleasesFamilies need to look no further these spring school holidays, with Lockyer Valley Libraries to host a full schedule of fun and free activities for children of all ages.
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Important Laidley road to receive full reconstruction
Media ReleasesJohn Street South in Laidley will soon receive a full reconstruction to improve road and pedestrian safety.
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Peter Mason and Kate Wall to share gardening expertise at the LSF
Media ReleasesThe Laidley Spring Festival is set to flourish with horticultural expertise this year, with renowned landscaper Peter Mason and Brisbane gardening coach Kate Wall set to join in the festivities.
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Viewpoints now on at Lockyer Valley Art Gallery
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley Art Gallery is proud to present their latest exhibition “Viewpoints” by High Schools in the Lockyer Valley.
