News
Council News is a bi-monthly newsletter full of information important to the Lockyer Valley region.
Limited hardcopies 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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Council crews work to tackle fast-growing grass across the region
Media ReleasesCouncil’s roadside mowing crews are working flat out to get on top of the fast-growing grass across more than 1500kms of roads we're responsible for.
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Enjoy a winter wonderland at the Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival!
Media ReleasesSet aside Friday 20 December – the annual Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival is back!
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Community groups revel in $34k worth of grants
Media ReleasesCommunity and sporting groups have shared in almost $34,000 thanks to Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s latest round of grants.
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Council adopts Waste Management Strategy 2024-30
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has cemented its framework for sustainable waste management services, following the adoption of its Waste Management Strategy 2024-2030.
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Community halls benefit from Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grant
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has injected $1.5M into the region’s community halls thanks to funding secured from the Australian Government.
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Council team raises more than $1500 for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Media ReleasesStaff and councillors at Lockyer Valley Regional Council were awash in pink throughout the month of October – and it certainly paid off!
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“Your Town” initiative underway for 2024
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has joined forces with the region’s business community to encourage residents to think local first this Christmas.
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Council brings Christmas cheer!
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is again bringing Christmas cheer to the region and is set to embark on a range of festive initiatives to celebrate the season.
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RADF funding now open for applications
Media ReleasesLocal artists can now access more funding, with Round 1 of the 2024-25 Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) now open.
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Council to offer up residential lots in Grantham
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council will soon offer up a rare opportunity for those looking to break into the region’s housing market.
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Council flicking the switch to shine a light on significant days
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council will activate its coloured building lights throughout the year to highlight significant days and causes.
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Bring your Christmas cheer to the Mayoral Christmas Carols
Media ReleasesGet ready to jingle all the way at the Lockyer Valley Mayoral Christmas Carols!
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Council fed up with vandals following spate of attacks
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Facilities Portfolio Councillor Anthony Wilson is taking a stance against vandalism following a series of senseless attacks.
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Council Shares the Dignity
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is today kick-starting a month-long campaign to support the Share the Dignity Drive.
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Prepare now for bushfire season
Media ReleasesNow is the time to prepare for bushfire season – that’s the message Lockyer Valley Regional Council is drumming home to residents.
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Council adopts Floodplain Management Plan
Media ReleasesIn exciting news for the long-term future of the region, Lockyer Valley Regional Council has adopted its Local Floodplain Management Plan.
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Project set to improve flood resilience and help safeguard Mt Sylvia
Media ReleasesA $1.8M major rehabilitation project to stabilise creek banks, improve flood resilience, and help future-proof Mount Sylvia Road and surrounds from flood damage will get underway this month.
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Mahon Bridge replacement to kick off in January 2025
Media ReleasesWorks to replace Mahon Bridge at Carpendale have been rescheduled to January 2025.
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Art Gallery welcomes a unique Body of Work
Media ReleasesFor many, the quest for body positivity can be a constant battle – however, a Gatton resident is bringing a body of work to the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery that looks to unpack just that.
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New tenant sought for former Laidley Gym building
Media ReleasesAn exciting opportunity to lease the former Laidley Gym building has become available after the departure of its long-term tenant.
