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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Council to close part of William Kemp RV Park
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council will temporarily close a section of the William Kemp RV Park in Gatton due to safety concerns.
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Council to transition away from weather alerts provider
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is encouraging residents to download the Bureau of Meteorology’s free BOM weather app as Council prepares to move away from its paid weather alerts provider.
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Lend a hand, help a koala
Media ReleasesThe region’s koala habitat needs a helping hand – and we need you to achieve it!
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Final calls for growers to be part of Queensland’s water project
Media ReleasesMore than 160 growers attended forums in early April to be part of Queensland’s most exciting water project in decades, with final calls being made to those yet to come forward.
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Calling all community groups and sporting clubs!
Media ReleasesCouncil remains committed to engaging directly with local community organisations and sporting clubs across the region – and that is why Council wants your correct contact details on file!
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Lockyer Valley Libraries welcomes back author Stella Quinn
Media ReleasesAuthor Stella Quinn was warmly welcomed back to Lockyer Valley Libraries last night – her second visit in as many years.
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Art Gallery’s latest exhibition to focus on Anzac Day
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has launched the Gallery’s autumn program, presenting a range of paintings that were inspired by true stories from original sources of the Australian Light Horse.
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Visit Council’s Disaster Dashboard before you fill up!
Media ReleasesResidents looking to stay on top of fuel prices and availability across the Lockyer Valley can now check fuel supply and pricing through Council’s Disaster Dashboard.
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Pause and reflect this Anzac Day
Media ReleasesAnzac Day services held across the region on April 25, will see residents and communities gather to honour the courage, sacrifice and service of the men and women who have served our nation.
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Reseal, asphalt program complete
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has invested in the region’s road network by resealing a host of local roads.
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Stella Quinn welcomed back to Lockyer Valley Libraries
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will welcome back Australian author Stella Quinn for an Author Talk later this month.
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Mount Berryman floodway works set to begin
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s crews will begin works on the reconstruction of the Mount Berryman floodway later this month.
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Pay tribute and post a letter this Anzac Day
Media ReleasesThe Queensland Transport Museum’s (QTM) latest exhibition pays tribute to our Anzacs in the lead-up to Anzac Day.
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Sniffer dogs join fight against fire ants in the Lockyer Valley
Media ReleasesThey may look cute and cuddly, but these highly trained sniffer dogs mean business.
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Free QTM Open Day is on soon!
Media ReleasesThe Queensland Transport Museum (QTM) will swing open its doors later this month for a free Open Day – and you’re invited to come along.
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Lost pet or animal? Council’s website can help!
Media ReleasesLost your beloved pet? Lockyer Valley Regional Council is encouraging pet owners to view Council’s website first!
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Join in the fun of yesteryear at the Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival
Media ReleasesThe 2026 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival will this year be held across two massive days – at four prime locations in Laidley and Gatton!
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Secured home for local dog rescue
Media ReleasesThe future of an important Laidley dog rescue service has been secured, with Lockyer Valley Regional Council approving a five-year lease agreement for Promising Paws Inc.
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Laidley facility scoops top five ranking
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Queensland Government Agent Programme (QGAP) in Laidley has ranked fourth busiest out of the 26 QGAP locations in the state!
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Council passes new animal management laws, reduces dog limits
Media ReleasesCouncil has implemented rules to reduce the number of dogs allowed on certain properties following an increase in dog-related complaints and attacks.
