News

Council provides more than 735 tonnes of sand for Cyclone Alfred

Lockyer Valley residents have had access to more than 735 tonnes of sand to prepare themselves and businesses for Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

International Women’s Day breakfast

Even a looming Tropical Cyclone couldn’t stop the community coming together to pay homage to the amazing achievements of women, both past and present, at our International Women’s Day celebrations.

Weekly News Briefs - 5 March 2025

Lots on for Youth Week 2025

Youth Week 2025 is shaping up to include a jam-packed schedule, with a host of events on offer for young people aged 12-17 years.

Hail repairs on Council-owned buildings underway

The severe hailstorms that ripped through the Lockyer Valley in December 2023 certainly left their mark, and now repairs to those hail damaged buildings are underway.

New milestone for Lockyer Valley Libraries

Lockyer Valley Libraries’ impressive collection has recently hit a milestone.

Forest Hill - Blenheim Road – Floodway Renewal Complete

Floodway replacement works are now complete on Forest Hill - Blenheim Road at Glen Cairn.

Weekly News Briefs - 26 February 2025

Laidley carpark works to begin soon

Lockyer Valley Regional Council will soon begin works at the IGA Laidley Carpark, designed to address damaged pavement and safety concerns.

Council to invest in Saleyards following recommendations from LSWG

Lockyer Valley Regional Council will invest in the remediation of the Laidley Saleyards to help secure the facility’s long-term future.

SES information night

The Lockyer Valley’s SES unit is encouraging new volunteers to don orange overalls and lend a hand.

Council to roll out Accessibility Program across region

Thanks to funding from the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program Phase 4, Council’s Accessibility Program will soon be rolled out across the Lockyer Valley.

Weekly News Briefs - 20 February 2025

Lake Dyer to receive new disability compliant amenities block

Lockyer Valley Regional Council will soon commence construction on a new amenities building at Lake Dyer. 

Be a part of the Festival of Cultures

The multitude of diversities that make up the Lockyer Valley will be celebrated in May – and Council needs your help to make this event a reality!

Proposed changes to temporary homes local law

With the housing crisis across Queensland showing little signs of easing, Lockyer Valley Regional Council has started the ball rolling on a beneficial change.

Weekly News Briefs - 13 February 2025

Council proud to host International Women’s Day breakfast

Lockyer Valley Regional Council will welcome esteemed journalist, Kim Skubris to its International Women’s Day celebration breakfast for 2025.

Register now for Welcome Baby Celebration

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is putting the call out for all new mums and dads to register their new additions for the upcoming Welcome Baby Celebration.

Just what are my registration fees used for?

Did you know dog registration is a State Government requirement?