Weekly News Briefs - 5 February 2026
Gatton Administration Building has reopened!
The Gatton Administration Building has reopened to the public, following the completion of essential roof works.
The temporary Customer Service Centre at 55 North Street, Gatton has now ceased operation.
We thank the community for its understanding while these insurance-funded works were undertaken.
Register now for Welcome Baby Celebration
If you welcomed a new baby into your family in 2025, register now for the annual Welcome Baby Celebration.
This celebration is open to families who are residents of the Lockyer Valley or connect with Lockyer Valley Libraries and will be held on Saturday, 14 March at 9.30am.
RSVP by Monday, 9 March 2026.
Bookings essential at https://forms.office.com/r/jzj8Lidf1v
Council Meeting
The next Ordinary Meeting of Lockyer Valley Regional Council will be held on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 at the Council Chambers, Gatton commencing at 9am.
Positions Vacant
Council is seeking skilled and motivated individuals for the positions below:
- Library Officer (Full Time, Permanent)
- Property Officer (Full Time, Permanent)
- Plumber (Full Time, Maximum Term up to 12 Months)
Applications close 5pm, Monday 9 February 2026.
For more information and to apply, visit www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/current-vacancies
Visit the Laidley Library on Wednesday evenings!
Don’t forget, the Laidley Library is now open on a Wednesday evening until 6pm. We hope to see you there!
Visit the first Council Pop-Up of 2026
Come along to the first Council Pop-Up for 2026 at Walter Brunner Park, Preston THIS Saturday, 7 February from 8.30am to 11.30am (subject to weather).
Enjoy a great opportunity to not only meet Councillors and Council staff, but to also:
- ask questions
- provide feedback on consultation projects
- stay up to date on Council initiatives.
For more information, visit: www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/have-your-say.
Consultation closing tomorrow!
Have your say on proposed changes to Council’s local law that regulates the number of animals allowed on certain properties.
To view the proposed changes – which include a mix of tightening and relaxing of existing rules - or to lodge a submission, visit www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/local-laws
Submissions close TOMORROW - 6 February 2026
First edition of Council News for 2026 is live!
Hitting your inbox every two months, Council News is your go-to hub for everything Council-related, including:
- Infrastructure and parks updates
- Exciting projects and initiatives
- Local workshops and events
- Disaster management updates
Stay up to date by subscribing today at www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/council-news
