Weekly News Briefs - 11 September 2025
It’s time for the Laidley Spring Festival!
Laidley – it’s your time to shine – the Laidley Spring Festival is upon us!
With this year’s theme of ‘Retro Revival’, the streets will come alive with all the charm of yesteryear—think vintage flair, nostalgic tunes and a celebration of the people and places that make our region shine.
There’s truly something for everyone over the three-day celebration, including:
- Twilight Feast & Fest
- Show ‘n’ Shine
- Street Parade
- Open Gardens
- Flower and gem shows
- Under 5’s Day
- Bee Happy Day
For all the details, follow the Laidley Spring Festival Facebook page or head to www.laidleyspringfestival.com
Visit the next Council Pop-Up
Come along to the next Council Pop-Up at the Laidley Spring Festival this Friday and Saturday, 12 – 13 September.
Councillors and Council staff will be at the Twilight Feast & Fest (5pm – 9pm) and throughout Saturday from 8am – 3pm to not only meet but to also:
- hear and answer your questions
- receive feedback on consultation projects
- provide updates on Council initiatives.
For more information, visit: www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/have-your-say.
Upcoming Council meeting
The next Ordinary Meeting of Lockyer Valley Regional Council will be held on Wednesday, 17 September 2025 at the Council Chambers commencing at 9am.
EOIs closing soon
Council is inviting suitably qualified Lockyer Valley and South East Queensland artists to enter an Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the Lockyer Valley Public Art Initiative.
The project involves the design, creation and placement of 3D sculptural art pieces in the Lake Apex Precinct.
The EOI will close on 2pm Monday, 15 September 2025. For more information on the project, EOI process and to apply, visit lockyervalley.engagementhub.com.au
Major Community Grants initiative open for applications
Get your applications in for Round 1 of Council’s Major Community Grants Program for 2025-26.
The Major Community Grants Program is for non-recurrent grants of between $1000 and $4000 and is available for not-for-profit community organisations to undertake projects, activities or events which benefit the wider community.
Applications for Round 1 will close on 15 September 2025.
To apply and for further information, visit https://www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/grants-and-funding or contact Council on 1300 005 872.
Register now for ChemClear
Do you have unwanted or expired chemicals? Don’t miss the chance to safely dispose of them by registering for the upcoming ChemClear collection! Storing outdated or cancelled chemicals can create serious safety and environmental hazards.
The collection only happens every two years, so help protect the Lockyer Valley’s unique environment and safeguard your business and home by signing up now.
Register before 12 September at www.agsafe.org.au or contact 1800 002 182.
