Notification of Works

July - August 2026

Lockyer Valley Regional Council will be undertaking shoulder widening works, followed by a bitumen seal, along Lawlers Road, Grantham, between chainages 4150 and 6150.

The existing unsealed road shoulders have experienced ongoing deterioration due to prolonged wet weather conditions and increased traffic volumes. In response, Council has prioritised improvements to this section of Lawlers Road. The works will include shoulder widening and minor upgrades at the Sandy Creek Road intersection to improve road safety, enhance network performance, and support the long-term maintenance of the asset.

Works are currently scheduled to begin approximately: Mid-July 2026, for a period of 3-4 weeks between 6:30am and 4:00pm, dependant on weather.

There will be machinery and construction noise. Traffic Management and signage will be in place during the works. 24hr traffic lights will be in place throughout the duration of the works

Lockyer Valley Regional Council appreciates your cooperation during these important works. Every effort will be made to conduct these works with minimal disruption.

Following the Tropical Cycle (TC) Alfred rain event in March 2025 a landslip has occurred on a section of Laidley Creek West Road (CH7250 - 7300m). Geotechnical investigations have taken place, and Council has been continuously monitoring the site.

Survey measurements have been ongoing since March 2025, with a significant acceleration of movement occurring in June 2026. An emergency inspection has been conducted, in which geotechnical engineers recommended a full road closure be implemented to ensure the safety of the public and travelling motorists, effective immediately.

Council’s geotechnical engineers are continuing with the development of the repair options. It is expected that this road closure will remain in place for at least 6 – 12 months.

Alternative routes include McGarrigals Road and Beckman Road. For the safety of road users, traffic management signage and controls will be in place for the duration of the closure. No property accesses will be affected for duration of the closure.

June - September 2026

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is pleased to advise that works will soon commence on the Forest Hill Silo Viewing and Parking Area project. The project aims to enhance the visitor experience and improve accessibility and safety within the area through the construction of a dedicated silo viewing area, visitor car parking facilities including provisions for long vehicles, coach set-down areas, new footpaths, landscaping and seating areas. Additional improvements will include shaded facilities and asphalt pavement works along Railway Street.

These upgrades are designed to create a more welcoming and functional space for residents and visitors, while supporting tourism opportunities within the Forest Hill community.

Works will be conducted between 6:00am and 6:00pm, from approximately Monday 1 June to mid-September 2026, weather permitting, with traffic management in place during this time. Machinery and construction noise. Traffic management and signage will be in place to ensure safety and minimise inconvenience.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council appreciates your cooperation during these important works. Every effort will be made to conduct these works with minimal disruption.

Should you require any further information about the above please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on 1300 005 872 or email mailbox@lvrc.qld.gov.au

May 2026 - July 2026

Lockyer Valley Regional Council (LVRC) will be undertaking a full reconstruction of the Mount Berryman floodway, which is located 100m north of Berlin Road, Mount Berryman.

The project construction includes replacing the existing concrete crossing with a new structure that provides additional under road drainage to boost its longevity and flood resilience. Work includes:

• construction of a side-track
• demolishing and removing existing structures
• minor earthworks
• construction of culvert base slab
• new aprons and floodway
• installation of new Reinforced Concrete Box Culverts (RCBCs)
• rock protection
• affected guideposts and road furniture
• pavement reconstruction and resurfacing of road approaches on both ends of concrete floodway

Works on the side-track are currently scheduled to begin during the week starting Monday 11 May 2026, with remaining works ongoing for a period of 8-10 weeks between 7:00am and 4:00pm, dependant on weather.

Location of works will be Mount Berryman Road floodway, between CH 6490.00 to CH 6540.00, just north of the intersection with Berlin Road, Mount Berryman.There will be machinery and construction noise. 24hr traffic lights will be in place throughout the duration of the works. Minor traffic delays should be expected.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council appreciates your cooperation during these important works. Every effort will be made to conduct these works with minimal disruption.

April 2026 - June 2026

Lockyer Valley Regional Council (LVRC) will be undertaking culvert replacement works between chainages 5880-5980 on Flagstone Creek Road, Lilydale.

The existing culvert CU006712 is in poor condition and has reached the end of its service life, requiring replacement to address safety risks and maintain the asset lifecycle. The design will focus on delivering an optimal solution within the available budget while considering flood immunity, trafficability, and the role of the crossing within the wider road network, ultimately replacing the deteriorated asset with a safe and legislative compliant structure.

Works are currently scheduled to begin approximately Monday 13 April 2026, for a period of 6-8 weeks between 7:00am and 4:00pm, dependant on weather.

There will be machinery and construction noise. Traffic management and signage will be in place during the works. 24hr traffic lights will be in place throughout the duration of the works

Lockyer Valley Regional Council appreciates your cooperation during these important works. Every effort will be made to conduct these works with minimal disruption.

Works at Littleton Park, Gatton will begin soon, with the existing playground to be fully removed and a brand-new park installed by mid-2026 (weather permitting).

Built from Australian-made and recycled materials, the park will see:

• All new playground equipment
• New shade sails
• Inclusive equipment, making the playground suitable for all ages and abilities
• New softfall

These works have been proudly funded by the Queensland Government.

Works at Lions Park, Laidley will begin soon, with the existing playground to be fully removed and a brand-new park installed by mid-2026 (weather permitting).

Built from Australian-made and recycled materials, the park will see:

• All new playground equipment
• New shade sails
• Inclusive equipment, making the playground suitable for all ages and abilities
• New softfall

These works have been proudly funded by the Queensland Government.

April to June 2026

Works at Jean Biggs Park, Withcott will begin in early April and are set to be completed by mid-2026 (weather permitting).

The works will include:

• All new play equipment – including all accessibility friendly zip-lines, fitness equipment and more
• Fresh landscaping
• New walkways
• Updated seating and benches
• New softfall and mulch
• Refreshed half court

These works have been proudly funded by the Queensland Government’s, 2024-27 South East Queensland Community Stimulus Program.

Council also acknowledges the significant initiative and contribution of the Withcott community, coordinated through the Withcott & District Progress Association Inc. (Group), who have raised funds and advocated for this project.