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.
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Spike in wild dog sightings reported across parts of the region
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is urging landowners to be on the lookout for wild dogs and report suspected sightings following a spike in livestock attacks
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Festival of Cultures Brings Communities Together
Media ReleasesIt was a vibrant day of cultural celebration, connection and shared experiences at the Lockyer Valley Festival of Cultures when it was held on Sunday.
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Council crews trial new additive for gravel resheeting works
Media ReleasesA new road construction additive designed to hold gravel roads together for longer was put to the test when Council’s Infrastructure Operations team completed scheduled gravel resheeting works.
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Prosper 2050 a major boost for SEQ food and water security project
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Security Scheme (LVSWSS) has been boosted by its inclusion in the Crisafulli Government’s 25-year primary industries blueprint.
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Every Person Counts: Council Encourages Census Participation
Media ReleasesCouncil is encouraging all residents to take part in the Australian Census, highlighting the important role accurate population data plays in securing government funding for local communities.
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Ignite your reading spark at Book Week celebrations
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will bring stories to life this August as they celebrate Book Week 2026.
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New play and fitness spaces delivered for Withcott and Laidley
Media ReleasesA major upgrade of Jean Biggs Park, Withcott is now complete.
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Get Ready Day equips residents for emergencies
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley community is now better equipped for emergencies and disasters after the region’s Get Ready Day was held at the weekend.
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A Tail-Wagging Success for National Assistance Dog Day at the Library
Media ReleasesIt was a special Story Time at Gatton Library today, with children and families coming together to celebrate National Assistance Dog Day.
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Council identifies preferred candidate for CEO role
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has identified Nick Hauser as its preferred candidate for the position of Chief Executive Officer.
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Celebrate all cultures
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley Festival of Cultures is making a return for 2026 and preparations for the event are gearing up.
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Council adopts its annual Operational Plan
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has adopted its Operational Plan 2026-27, setting out a range of major projects and strategic initiatives that will be delivered over the coming year.
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Turn the page at Council’s Book Exchange
Media ReleasesHave you ever experienced a library within a library? At Lockyer Valley Libraries - you can!
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Showcase your talent at local Art Gallery
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is putting a call out to artists, creatives and community groups to express their interest in exhibiting at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery in 2027.
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Get Ready Day Empowers Residents to Prepare for Emergencies
Media ReleasesCouncil’s Get Ready Lockyer Day is on Sunday 2 August and will bring together emergency services, community organisations and residents for a fun, interactive day focused on disaster preparedness.
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Keep rabbits out and the Lockyer Valley safe
Media ReleasesLocal landholders are being urged to help to tackle a growing environmental threat: the destructive pest rabbit.
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Bernard Salt to focus on benefits of Lockyer-Somerset water project
Media ReleasesProminent Australian demographer Bernard Salt AM is set to highlight the benefits of a transformational Lockyer Valley and Somerset water project at a major regional event in August.
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Help refresh Council’s Community Plan
Media ReleasesCouncil is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for a Community Representative Group (CRG) to support the refresh of the Lockyer – Our Valley, Our Vision Community Plan.
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Council hands down 2026-27 Budget, delivers below-inflation rate rise
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has today adopted a controlled and considered 2026-27 Budget.
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Council applauds outstanding community members
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has congratulated a group of the region’s finest citizens at its July Ordinary Council meeting.
