Weekly News Briefs - 5 March 2026
Visit the Council Pop-Up in Hatton Vale
Council invites residents to visit a Council Pop-Up at Hatton Vale IGA THIS Saturday, 7 March 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 issues that matter to you and your community
- stay up to date on Council initiatives.
For more pop-up locations, visit: www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/have-your-say.
Round 2 of Council’s Major Community Grants Program is now open!
If your community or sporting group has a project or initiative in mind, now’s the perfect time to go for it.
With $1000–$4000 available, a little extra funding could be the spark that brings your next big idea to life.
Applications close 15 March 2026.
For more information and to apply, visit www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/major-community-grant...
SES in the Lockyer Valley is recruiting now!
Could you see yourself donning orange? Our community counts on the SES — and the SES counts on volunteers like you – who are essential to keeping the Valley safe.
The SES has groups in Forest Hill, Gatton and Laidley and has flexible roles for all ages and abilities!
Learn more and register your interest here: https://www.ses.qld.gov.au/join-us
Keep up to date with Water Security Scheme
Lockyer Valley Regional Council and Somerset Regional Council are striving to make the Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Security Scheme (LVWSS) a reality for our region.
The LVWSS will be the largest recycled water irrigation scheme in Australia, and the first time large-scale urban water infrastructure has been used to grow food. It will help secure agricultural industries, support regional jobs, and future-proof farming in the Lockyer Valley for generations to come.
Learn more about this momentous project and keep up to date by visiting www.lvandswatercollaborative.com.au or following the Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Security Scheme’s Facebook page.
JPs in the Community
Need the services of a Justice of the Peace (JP)? Our libraries are a great space to access JP services.
JPs are in our branches at the following times:
Gatton Library - Monday, 10am - 12pm and Saturday 9.30am - 10.30am
Laidley Library - Wednesday, 1.30pm - 3.30pm
RSVPs closing soon for Welcome Baby Celebration
RSVPs for this year’s Welcome Baby Celebration close on Monday, so if you welcomed a new baby in 2025, join us at our annual event and introduce your little one to the community, meet other new parents, and enjoy morning tea.
WHERE: Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, Lake Apex Drive, Gatton
WHEN: Saturday, 14 March
TIME: 9.30am
RSVP by Monday, 9 March 2026, bookings are essential. For more information and to secure your spot, visit https://forms.office.com/r/jzj8Lidf1v
Rates Issued
Council has issued rate notices for the period 1 January to 30 June 2026, with payment due by 18 March. If you have not received your notice, please contact Council on 1300 005 872 for a copy.
Tired of waiting for snail mail? Sign up to receive your future rate notices by email and avoid a $2 fee per posted notice (pensioners exempt).
Learn more: www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/rates
