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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Local businesses are open and ready for visitors
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is encouraging residents and visitors to support local businesses, which are open and trading following the recent rainfall event.
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Council partners with local woodcrafter for Australia Day recipients
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s 2024 Australia Day Awards recipients were gifted the unique works of the Lockyer Woodcrafters Group following this year’s ceremony.
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Australia Day winners announced
Media ReleasesUnwavering passion and commitment to the Lockyer Valley community has earned resident Karen Nawratzki the title of 2024 Lockyer Valley Citizen of the Year.
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Council resolves to test market interest in Gatton Child Care Centre
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has resolved to undertake a tender process to test the market for the potential sale of the Gatton Child Care Centre.
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Weatherproofing set for Gatton Shire Hall
Media ReleasesWorks on the Gatton Shire Hall are set to commence next month.
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Residents urged to protect themselves from mosquitoes
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is urging residents to ensure they are protected from mosquitoes.
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Local parks home to new upgrades
Media ReleasesThe region’s parks are sporting a suite of new upgrades, just in time for residents to enjoy throughout the summer period.
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Survey work at Lake Apex and Lake Freeman
Media ReleasesWorks to better understand the depth profile and characteristics of silt build-up will soon be undertaken across Lake Apex and Lake Freeman.
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Another bestselling author to headline at Lockyer Valley Libraries
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will welcome yet another bestselling author to their Author Talk series next month.
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Local charities benefit from Council’s 2023 fundraising efforts
Media ReleasesShowing support for our region’s local charities and organisations is a vital piece of the puzzle at Lockyer Valley Regional Council, and the 2023 fundraising tally goes to show why.
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Laidley softball diamond to be named after local softball stalwart
Media ReleasesThe Laidley Recreation Reserve’s main softball diamond will be known as the ‘Col Lee Softball Diamond’ after Lockyer Valley Region Council sought the community’s input to name the facility.
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Lockyer Valley Australia Day celebrations
Media ReleasesFor a big program of celebrations and entertainment to mark Australia Day, Friday 26 January, look no further than what’s on right here in the Lockyer Valley.
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Draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme endorsed for Minister’s approval
Media ReleasesIn a major milestone for the region, Lockyer Valley Regional Council has officially endorsed its Draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme.
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Plenty on offer at Lockyer Libraries these school holidays
Media ReleasesSchool holidays have begun, and Lockyer Valley Libraries is your one-stop-shop for activities and events to keep your children entertained throughout the summer break.
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Holiday Closures 2023
Media ReleasesCouncil officers will be closed Friday, 22 December and reopening Tuesday, 2 January.
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Region celebrates Christmas at Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival
Media ReleasesThe rain didn’t dampen the Christmas spirit of the Lockyer Valley community on Friday night, with crowds flocking to the Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival.
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Waste collection services over the holiday period
Media ReleasesChristmas is upon us once again and Lockyer Valley Regional Council is assuring residents waste collection services will remain unchanged throughout the region this festive season.
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Heatwave conditions across the Lockyer Valley to continue
Media ReleasesSevere heatwave conditions sweeping across the Lockyer Valley are set to continue throughout the weekend, according to the Bureau of Meteorology (Bureau).
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Lockyer Valley Art Gallery welcomes new exhibition
Media ReleasesA colourful, expressive display of art has just landed at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery.
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Council’s Flood Information Portal scoops major Award
Media ReleasesCouncil’s Flood Information Portal has taken out the Innovation Award at the recent National Local Government Customer Service Awards.
