Weekly News Briefs - 26 March 2026
New-look Disaster Dashboard now live!
Council has launched a brand-new Flood Cameras page on the Disaster Dashboard – further bolstering the region’s flood resilience in times of disaster.
Both desktop and mobile users will benefit from improved accessibility features, including options to adjust contrast, colour, and text size—making the text and images easier to view for those with vision impairments.
To view the changes, visit disaster.lvrc.qld.gov.au
Positions Vacant
Council is currently seeking applications for the position of:
- Plumbing Inspector (Full Time, Permanent)
This advertisement will close on Monday 30 March 2026 at 5pm. For more information and to apply, visit the Current Vacancies page of Council’s website.
T-tape now accepted
The Gatton Waste Facility on Fords Road has recommenced accepting t-tape, effective immediately.
Council’s t-tape recycler, Australia Sunlight Group (ASG), has now been approved to accept t-tape at its new Swanbank facility and has cleared the existing stockpiles at the Gatton Waste Facility.
To ensure Council remains within approved stockpile limits, a temporary disposal limit of 5 tonnes or 3m³ (whichever is greater) per customer, per day applies.
Farmers wishing to dispose of larger loads are encouraged to contact ASG directly on 0411 359 919 to arrange delivery to their facility.
School holiday activity planned? Let us know!
Got a fun school holiday event or activity in the works? We want to hear all about it!
Council is creating a one-stop hub on our website to showcase all the exciting events and activities happening across the Lockyer Valley these Easter holidays.
If you would like your initiative featured, fill out this form https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W28BQR9
Submissions close Friday, 3 April. For more information, email Council’s Engagement team engagement@lvrc.qld.gov.au
School holiday fun at Lockyer Valley Libraries
Tuesday 7 April to Friday 17 April
Gatton and Laidley Libraries
- The Great Duck Hunt
- Scavenger Hunt
- Lego Bridge Building Challenge*
- Express Yourself with Activities by Vipoo Srivilasa
- Library Underground: Special Dig and Discover Bug Investigation*
- Rock On at the Library with the Lockyer Valley Lapidary Club*
*Bookings Required
Visit our website, library.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au for more information on our range of fun school holiday activities available, and to book your spot!
RADF applications open
If you’re interested in delivering arts and cultural projects in the Lockyer Valley - you can apply for funding to support your projects through the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), a partnership between the Queensland Government and Lockyer Valley Regional Council.
This fund is designed to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland. Round 3 for 2025-26 is currently open for applications and closes 10am, Friday 24 April 2026.
Apply online at lockyervalley.smartygrants.com.au/25Round2
Growers invited to lock in water future
The Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Security Scheme will launch its next round of grower engagement on Thursday 9 April to confirm its foundation customers.
Don’t miss the opportunity to lock in your water future.
Coominya Forum: 11.30am to 1pm, Coominya Hall
Gatton Forum: 5.30pm to 7pm, Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre
For more information, contact 0488 089 532 or email admin@lvandswatercollaborative.com.au
Learn more about the once in a lifetime water security project here: www.lvandswatercollaborative.com.au
TMR calls for community feedback
Council is encouraging residents to provide feedback to the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) on flooding and connectivity issues along Gatton-Esk Road and Lockyer Creek Bridge.
TMR is currently investigating ways to improve the flood-prone area between Millers Road, Adare and the Warrego Highway at Gatton to prevent it from being cut off during major wet weather events.
Learn more and have your say by Thursday 9 April at www.tmr.qld.gov.au/projects/gatton-esk-road-flood-...
