Weekly News Briefs - 22 October 2026
Visit the Junction View Council Pop-Up
Come along to the next Council Pop-Up for 2026 at Junction View Hall THIS Saturday, 24 October from 5.30pm to 7.30pm (subject to weather).
It’s a great opportunity to meet Councillors and Council staff, and to:
• ask questions
• provide feedback on consultation projects
• stay up to date on Council initiatives.
While you’re there, enjoy a sausage sizzle hosted by the Junction View Hall Committee and an outdoor screening of the movie “The Boss Baby”, commencing at 6.30pm and finishing around 8pm.
For more information, visit: www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/have-your-say.
Positions Vacant
Applications are now open for the positions of:
- Asset Engineer (Full Time, Permanent)
- Team Leader (Infrastructure Operations) (Full Time, Permanent)
- Labourer (Infrastructure Operations) – Multiple Positions (Full Time, Permanent)
These advertisements will close on Monday 26 October 2026 at 5pm. For more information and to apply, visit the Current Vacancies page of Council’s website.
Council Meeting
The next Ordinary Meeting of Lockyer Valley Regional Council will be held on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at the Council Chambers in Gatton at 9am.
Members of the public are welcome to attend. Please arrive by 8.50am.
Halloween fun at Lockyer Valley Libraries
Get into the Halloween spirit at this frightfully fun Pizza and Paint night! Enjoy pizza while decorating your own spooky-themed wine glass or mug. Whether you choose ghosts, pumpkins, bats, black cats, or your own creepy creation, you’ll take home a unique Halloween keepsake. No experience needed - just bring your imagination for a fun and creative evening.
- Bookings required ($10)
- Gatton Library
- Thursday 29 October
- 6pm – 8pm
Secure your spot at https://tinyurl.com/5ek3uws7
Submit your nominations for 2027 Australia Day Awards
Lockyer Valley Regional Council is inviting the community to nominate individuals, organisations, and teams for the 2027 Australia Day Awards.
Award categories include:
- Citizen of the Year
- Young Citizen of the Year
- Senior Sportsperson of the Year
- Junior Sportsperson of the Year
- Event of the Year
- Community Organisation of the Year
To submit a nomination, visit https://lockyervalley.smartygrants.com.au/AusDay27
Nominations close midnight on Friday 4 December.
Magpie Swooping Season
Every year between August and November, magpies and plovers become more protective while raising their young.
It is important to stay alert wherever you go as it is not possible to place warning signs at every nesting site. You can help protect yourself by:
- Walking, not running, through affected areas
- Wearing a hat, helmet or sunglasses
- Using an umbrella if needed
If you do encounter a swooping bird, remember this behaviour is temporary. Swooping usually occurs within a 100-metre radius of the nest and lasts roughly six weeks.
Please stay alert, take precautions and be mindful of nesting birds during swooping season.
