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.
Click here to view the latest edition.
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Council joins forces to keep those in need warm this winter
Media ReleasesWinter has arrived with a vengeance in the Lockyer Valley, and that is why Council is playing an important role in keeping our more vulnerable residents warm throughout the chilly months.
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Council’s Budget strikes the right balance
Media ReleasesCouncil’s 2023/24 Budget strikes the right balance for the community during tough economic times.
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Council Poised to Hand Down Responsive Budget
Media ReleasesCouncil will hand down it’s 2023/24 Budget on Wednesday 28 June, developed in response to both the challenging economic conditions and the need to maintain services.
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Fish and bird surveys to be undertaken at Lake Apex and Lake Freeman
Media ReleasesCouncil has commissioned survey work to be undertaken across Lake Apex and Lake Freeman to better understand the type of fish and bird species currently occupying the area.
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Missing links complete for region’s footpaths
Media ReleasesSafety and connectivity for some of the region’s footpath networks have recently received an upgrade, thanks to a funding injection.
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Stay warm at Lockyer Valley Libraries during the school holidays
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will deliver plenty of fun this winter school holidays.
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Council issues warning against relocating water lettuce
Media ReleasesIt may look like an appealing plant, but water lettuce is an invasive weed that risks the health of local waterways – prompting Council to issue a warning against relocating it for private use.
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Council's Statement on Tribunal Findings
Media ReleasesThis is an important message to our local community in the Lockyer Valley on behalf of Council.
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Mayor Addresses Misconduct Finding of Councillor
Media ReleasesMayor, Tanya Milligan has responded to the Councillor Conduct Tribunal’s finding of misconduct.
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Signage installed at Dan Flanagan Grandstand
Media ReleasesLast year, Council named the Laidley Recreation Reserve Grandstand in honour of the founder of the Laidley Recreation Committee, Dan Flanagan.
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Local school students kicking goals through Waste Warrior Program
Media ReleasesLake Clarendon State School had the spotlight put on its Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) Waste Warrior project – today welcoming Councillors to the school to view the important project.
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Landholders urged to be on the lookout for fireweed
Media ReleasesWhile it might be bright and attractive to the eye, fireweed is a fast spreading weed that is on the rise throughout the Lockyer Valley.
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Springbrook Park upgrade now complete
Media ReleasesA major piece of community infrastructure in Withcott has just received an upgrade, all thanks to a funding boost from the Australian Government.
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Council celebrates local volunteers
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council hosted a special event to thank our volunteers for the vital support they offer the Lockyer Valley.
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Upgrade for Council’s Disaster Dashboard
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Disaster Dashboard – a ‘one stop shop’ for disaster related information – has recently undergone an upgrade.
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Council collaborates to benefit community
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley knows only too well just what the impact of a severe weather event can look like – physically, mentally and emotionally.
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National Simultaneous Storytime
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Libraries will participate in National Simultaneous Storytime later this month.
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Council urges community to Pledge to Drive So Others Survive
Media ReleasesNational Road Safety Week (14-21 May 2023) is all about putting the spotlight on road safety issues and highlighting just how we can all make a safer environment for ourselves, and other road users.
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Council lobbying yields extra beds for Gatton Hospital
Media ReleasesMore Lockyer Valley residents will be able to seek healthcare closer to home, with six extra beds set to open up at Gatton Hospital in the coming weeks.
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See ‘Energy in Motion’ at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery
Media ReleasesUnique and abstract works by a local dynamic duo are next up in the impressive line-up of works on display at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery.
