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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PAW Patrol Pups to take to the stage at the Laidley Spring Festival
Media ReleasesLittle heroes are encouraged to prepare for the adventure of a lifetime when PAW Patrol makes their way to the Lockyer Valley!
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Important opportunity to determine demand for water security scheme
Media ReleasesGrowers and industrial water users are encouraged to attend one of two information sessions to receive updated information on the Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Security Scheme.
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Getting Ready a priority for Lockyer Valley residents
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley community came together on Sunday to put a spotlight on disaster preparedness at Council’s Get Ready Lockyer Day.
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Festival Precinct to delight music lovers, shopaholics and foodies
Media ReleasesNon-stop music, market stalls, and a line-up of food trucks are just a few of the highlights visitors can look forward to while visiting the Laidley Rec Reserve during the Laidley Spring Festival.
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Fresh look for the Laidley Pool now complete
Media ReleasesThe Dal Ryan Memorial Pool in Laidley is looking fresher and bluer than ever ahead of the upcoming swim season.
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Sporting clubs urged to put their hands up for the Summer Sports Bash
Media ReleasesIt’s all systems go for Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s upcoming Summer Sports Bash.
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Get Ready this weekend!
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Get Ready Lockyer Day will be held this Sunday.
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Paul West to return as Laidley Spring Festival Ambassador for 2024
Media ReleasesHungry for more of the Lockyer Valley’s amazing produce and lifestyle, renowned Australian chef and media personality Paul West will return to the region for the upcoming Laidley Spring Festival.
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Lockyer Valley Libraries to host budgeting workshop
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will host a targeted workshop next month to put the spotlight on how to ease the cost-of-living crisis for the region’s residents.
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Council delivers $50M roadworks program post weather events of 2022
HighlightsMedia ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has officially delivered a $50M flood repair roadworks program following the weather events of 2022.
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Council resolves to return ownership of Merryfields Environmental Park
Media ReleasesThe future use of Merryfields Environmental Park at Withcott will now be directed by the State Government.
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Council determines future of North Street units
Media ReleasesCouncil has resolved to invite tenders to purchase and remove the former community housing units on North Street, Gatton before surrendering the land back to the State.
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Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme adopted
Media ReleasesIn exciting news for the long-term future of the region, Lockyer Valley Regional Council has today adopted the Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme.
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Subscribe now to Council News
Council NewsMedia ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is excited to announce a new free bi-monthly newsletter – Council News – is coming soon.
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Come along and Get Ready, Lockyer!
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is gearing up to host our Get Ready Lockyer Day to help the community be prepared and cope with disaster events – and you’re invited to come along!
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Latest Round of Community Grant Winners Announced
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley’s not-for-profit groups are considerably better off after Council announced the successful applicants in the latest round of Major Community Grants Program funding.
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Artisans to showcase handmade items at Laidley Quilt and Craft Expo
Media ReleasesCraft enthusiasts will feel like they have stepped through the gates of heaven when they see the range of displays, market stalls and demonstrations at the Laidley Quilt and Craft Expo.
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Council committed to Keep the Fire Burning
Media ReleasesWith NAIDOC Week to be held across the country from 7-14 July 2024, Council is preparing a range of ways to acknowledge the history, culture and achievements of our First Nations people.
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Australia Day nominations now open
Media ReleasesDid you know you can nominate community members, events and groups for the 2025 Lockyer Valley Australia Day Awards NOW?
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Tourism in the Lockyer Valley is now more accessible
Media ReleasesTourism in the Lockyer Valley is set to become even easier, with a range of accessibility tools soon to become available.
