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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80 years of Book Week
Media ReleasesBook Week is celebrating 80 years – and we want you to dress up and join us to mark this important milestone!
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Weekly News Briefs - 7 August 2025
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Council approves changes to trunk infrastructure contribution charges
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has announced changes to its trunk infrastructure charges to support the continued growth of the region.
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Community spirit on show at Festival of Cultures
Media ReleasesIt was sunshine, not snow that greeted the enthusiastic crowds who fronted up to the Lockyer Valley Festival of Cultures at the weekend.
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Chef Matt Golinski named 2025 Laidley Spring Festival Ambassador
Media ReleasesRenowned chef and television personality Matt Golinski is set to bring his culinary flair and passion for local produce to the Laidley Spring Festival this September.
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Plenty pop into Council pop-ups
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has hailed its series of recent community pop-up events a success.
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Council extends consultation period for Local Heritage Register
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has extended the deadline for submissions on proposed changes to its Local Heritage Register.
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Final callout for Festival of Cultures
Media ReleasesWe’re putting the final callout for this weekend’s Festival of Cultures!
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Weekly News Briefs - 31 July 2025
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Council supports local Scout Group
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has partnered with the Withcott Scout Group to support a special project that’s in the works.
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Farmers urged to register unwanted ag chemicals for collection
Media ReleasesTo protect our region’s unique environment, Council is once again encouraging farmers to register with ChemClear and dispose of their dangerous agricultural chemicals in a safe way.
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Sesame Street stars to headline at Laidley Spring Festival
Media ReleasesGet ready to laugh, sing, and dance as two of Sesame Street’s most iconic characters make their way to the Lockyer Valley.
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Almost there for Lake Apex entrance and accessibility upgrade works
Media ReleasesWorks on the Lake Apex entrance and accessibility project are nearing completion.
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Weekly News Briefs - 24 July 2025
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Council approves Internal Audit Plan
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s revised three-year Internal Audit Plan (2025-26 to 2027-28) was given the green light at the recent Council meeting.
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Laidley Memorial Park works now complete
Media ReleasesThe Laidley Memorial Park is now set to manage the growing attendances at Anzac Day services after Council crews completed a range of works at the facility.
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Lockyer Valley to benefit from Resilient Rivers funding injection
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has welcomed funding to reduce floodplain erosion along Lockyer Creek and enhance vital habitat for local wildlife.
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Australia Day nominations now open
Media ReleasesCelebrate the Lockyer Valley’s outstanding achievers by nominating them for a 2026 Lockyer Valley Australia Day Award.
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Weekly News Briefs - 17 July 2025
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Community benefit from more than $125k in 24/25 financial year
Media ReleasesThe region’s community groups and individuals scored more than $125,000 in the 2024-2025 financial year through Council’s Community Grants Program.
