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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Wellness Chats at Laidley Library
Media ReleasesLibraries are wonderful locations to foster connection and inclusivity, which is why Lockyer Valley Libraries has just launched a new initiative, Wellness Chats.
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Importance of responsible pet ownership
Media ReleasesThe recent discovery of six abandoned puppies in the Lockyer Valley region has highlighted the importance of desexing animals.
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Pay tribute to outstanding community members
Media ReleasesNominations for the 2024 Lockyer Valley Australia Day Awards are now open – with residents encouraged to recognise the amazing work of members of the community, events and groups.
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East Egypt Road landslip rectification works
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council will conduct repairs on a series of landslips that occurred on East Egypt Road, Mount Whitestone following last year’s flood events.
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Lockyer Valley Libraries to host bestselling author next month
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will next month play host to bestselling author, Judy Nunn.
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Contamination is costly
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has one simple message to impart to residents – recycling contamination is both costly – and dangerous.
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Festival success for 60th anniversary Laidley Spring Festival
Media ReleasesThe 60th anniversary Laidley Spring Festival truly did shine at the weekend, with the three-day event drawing record crowds to the region.
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Input needed for naming of Laidley Recreation softball facility
Media ReleasesCommunity consultation is now open to find a name for the softball facility at the Laidley Recreation Reserve.
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Lockyer Valley Libraries a one-stop shop these school holidays
Media ReleasesPut a stop to the cries of “I’m bored” these school holidays and opt for busy instead at Lockyer Valley Libraries.
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Council joins the South East Queensland Explorer Campaign 2.0
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is pleased to partner in an exciting new initiative, designed to get the kids out of the house, learn about nature and explore our region.
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Council adds to community disaster preparedness systems
Media ReleasesCouncil has recently installed new flood monitoring equipment at three locations across the region – to further enhance the existing suite of invaluable disaster information infrastructure.
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Council’s 2023 Share the Dignity Drive underway
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Share the Dignity Drive for 2023 is now underway – with residents encouraged to once again get on board.
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Save the koalas this September!
Media ReleasesIt’s Save the Koala Month and Lockyer Valley Regional Council has joined forces to put these much-loved, furry animals front of mind.
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High school students to exhibit at Lockyer Valley Art Gallery
Media ReleasesThree of the region’s high schools will showcase their works at the upcoming art exhibition, titled “Togetherness” by High Schools of the Lockyer Valley.
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Council’s Community Fire Awareness evening well attended
Media ReleasesCouncil’s Community Fire Awareness evening was well attended, with many coming along for an evening focused on knowing your risks and being prepared for this year’s bushfire season.
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Aussie chef Paul West to cook up a storm at Laidley Spring Festival
Media ReleasesRenowned chef, gardener and media personality Paul West has graced our television screens for many years, and now he will be gracing us with his presence at the upcoming Laidley Spring Festival.
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Busy times at Lockyer Valley Libraries
Media ReleasesWe’ve crunched the numbers and the statistics are in – the number of physical loans at Lockyer Valley Libraries was more than 113,000 in the 2022/23 financial year.
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More consultations coming for draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme
Media ReleasesResidents wanting to learn more about the draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme can do just that, with several consultations planned for the next fortnight.
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Laidley streets to come alive with music and roving performers
Media ReleasesStreets and venues across Laidley will be awash with music, colour and dance next month.
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Council welcomes 25 new citizens
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s second last Citizenship Ceremony for 2023 saw 25 conferees take the pledge at the Gatton Shire Hall.
