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Easter fun at Lockyer Valley Libraries!

If you’re looking for things for kids and teens to do in the region over the school holidays, check out what’s on at Lockyer Valley Libraries!

Mount Sylvia flood rehabilitation project passes first major test

Flood resilience works along Blackfellow Creek at Woodbine and Mount Sylvia have proven successful, with bank stabilisation passing its first major test.

RADF funding now open for applications

​Local artists can now access more funding, with Round 2 of the 2024-25 Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) open for applications.

Weekly News Briefs - 4 April 2025

Lockyer Valley residents have their say on future of the region

Almost 1000 residents took the time to have their say on the future of the Lockyer Valley, heeding Council’s calls to complete the 2025 Lockyer Valley Liveability Survey.

Submit flood, videos following Ex-TC Alfred

Did you take any photos or videos during the recent Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred weather event?

Stella Quinn to visit Lockyer Valley Libraries

Lockyer Valley Libraries will welcome esteemed author Stella Quinn for an Author Talk later this month.

See you at the 2025 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival

The 2025 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival is once again gearing up to showcase the Lockyer Valley’s rich and vibrant history.

Explore the tradition of feng shui at Lockyer Valley Art Gallery

Pay a visit to the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery to enjoy an exhibition that showcases the ancient art of feng shui.

Weekly News Briefs - 26 March 2025

Enjoy Youth Week 2025

If you’re aged 12 to 17, get ready to shoot hoops, picnic in the park and enjoy an art workshop to celebrate Youth Week in the Lockyer Valley.

Council urges patience with road repairs in the wake of Ex-TC Alfred

Following the impacts of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s Infrastructure crews have been busy assessing the road network and public assets across the region.

Come along to the next Committee Coaching Series workshop

Workshop Four of Council’s Committee Coaching Series is just around the corner!

Cyclone clean-up continues across the region

The clean-up of Laidley following ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues to be team effort, with Council crews completing their second bulk flood-waste footpath sweep.

Region’s newest additions officially welcomed

It was a morning to celebrate the Lockyer Valley’s newest additions at the weekend, with Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s 9th annual Welcome Baby Celebration going off without a hitch.

Weekly News Briefs - 19 March 2025

Council joins call for increase in federal funding

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is backing calls from the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) to see an increase in federal funding for local governments.

Get Ready Day prize comes in handy during TC Alfred

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is applauding the community for their commitment to preparation in the lead-up, and throughout Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Council welcomes financial relief for impacted residents

Council has welcomed the Queensland Government’s activation of emergency financial assistance for eligible flood-impacted Lockyer Valley residents.

Weekly News Briefs - 12 March 2025