News
Council News is a bi-monthly newsletter full of information important to the Lockyer Valley region.
Limited hardcopies will be available at Lockyer Valley Libraries and Customer Service Centers in Laidley and Gatton.
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Council joins the South East Queensland Explorer Campaign 2.0
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is pleased to partner in an exciting new initiative, designed to get the kids out of the house, learn about nature and explore our region.
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Council adds to community disaster preparedness systems
Media ReleasesCouncil has recently installed new flood monitoring equipment at three locations across the region – to further enhance the existing suite of invaluable disaster information infrastructure.
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Council’s 2023 Share the Dignity Drive underway
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Share the Dignity Drive for 2023 is now underway – with residents encouraged to once again get on board.
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Save the koalas this September!
Media ReleasesIt’s Save the Koala Month and Lockyer Valley Regional Council has joined forces to put these much-loved, furry animals front of mind.
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High school students to exhibit at Lockyer Valley Art Gallery
Media ReleasesThree of the region’s high schools will showcase their works at the upcoming art exhibition, titled “Togetherness” by High Schools of the Lockyer Valley.
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Council’s Community Fire Awareness evening well attended
Media ReleasesCouncil’s Community Fire Awareness evening was well attended, with many coming along for an evening focused on knowing your risks and being prepared for this year’s bushfire season.
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Aussie chef Paul West to cook up a storm at Laidley Spring Festival
Media ReleasesRenowned chef, gardener and media personality Paul West has graced our television screens for many years, and now he will be gracing us with his presence at the upcoming Laidley Spring Festival.
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Busy times at Lockyer Valley Libraries
Media ReleasesWe’ve crunched the numbers and the statistics are in – the number of physical loans at Lockyer Valley Libraries was more than 113,000 in the 2022/23 financial year.
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More consultations coming for draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme
Media ReleasesResidents wanting to learn more about the draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme can do just that, with several consultations planned for the next fortnight.
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Laidley streets to come alive with music and roving performers
Media ReleasesStreets and venues across Laidley will be awash with music, colour and dance next month.
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Council welcomes 25 new citizens
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s second last Citizenship Ceremony for 2023 saw 25 conferees take the pledge at the Gatton Shire Hall.
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Council listens following community consultation
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has revised its flood-damaged infrastructure project at several parks across the region, following community consultation held earlier this year.
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Be part of the change this National Road Safety Week
Media ReleasesRoad safety starts with YOU – is the message this year’s National Road Safety Week wants drivers to remember.
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Community input needed for naming of Ropehill Community Sports Centre
Media ReleasesOval Two at the Ropehill Community Sports Centre needs a name – and Lockyer Valley Regional Council wants your help!
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Major Community Grants initiative now open
Media ReleasesApplications are now open for the next round of Council’s Major Community Grants initiative – with not-for-profit community organisations across the region encouraged to apply.
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Ongoing interest in the draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme
Media ReleasesCommunity consultation for Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s draft Planning Scheme has been met with overwhelming success!
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Council encourages community to call out illegal dumping
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is asking the community to help call out illegal dumping in the region.
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Spring Show ‘n’ Shine spectacular to delight motoring enthusiasts
Media ReleasesThe Laidley Recreational Reserve will be transformed into a mecca for car lovers next month!
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Exhibitors needed for 2024 Lockyer Valley Art Gallery schedule
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Art Gallery is calling for exhibitors to take to the stage in the Gallery’s 2024 line up!
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Garden Precinct to delight green thumbs at Laidley Spring Festival
Media ReleasesDozens of market stalls, workshop demonstrations and trade sites are just a few of the exciting activities planned for the new Garden Precinct at this year’s Laidley Spring Festival.
