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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RADF funding open for Round 2
Media ReleasesTwo grant programs from Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) are now open for applications from groups or individuals.
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Shadow the Mayor Program celebrates milestone
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Shadow the Mayor Program has celebrated an important milestone.
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Community tree planting day a huge success
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council marked Earth Day on Saturday with a community tree planting day at Parklea Estate Reserve, Placid Hills!
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ANZAC Day Closure 2023
Media ReleasesAs Council staff observe ANZAC Day Public Holiday, residents are reminded there will be some changes to regular business.
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Lockyer Valley Koala Forum
Media ReleasesExperts to descend on Lockyer Valley to discuss koala conservation at upcoming forum
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Now is the time to transition to new smoke alarms
Media ReleasesThe deadline might be a few years off yet, however why not make the transition to interconnected smoke alarms now?
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Come along to the 2023 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival THIS weekend!
Media ReleasesThe 2023 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival is set to take over the region this Saturday.
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VMS boards now active on Warrego Highway
Media ReleasesIf you frequented the Warrego Highway over the Easter break, you may have noticed new fixed Variable Message Signs (VMS) are now located at both Hatton Vale and Withcott.
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Council launches nation-first Flood Information Portal
Media ReleasesIn a first of its kind for Australia, Lockyer Valley residents today have immediate access to detailed flood advice – right at their fingertips.
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Anzac Day services across the region
Media ReleasesThis Anzac Day, 25 April, the Lockyer Valley will pause to commemorate the men and women who have served and fought for our country, as well as those currently in active service.
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Vital piece of community infrastructure set for an upgrade
Media ReleasesA vital piece of community infrastructure is set for an upgrade, all thanks to a funding injection from the Australian Government.
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Easter Closures 2023
Media ReleasesCouncil offices will be closed from 4.30pm on Thursday, 6 April 2023, re-opening 8.30am on Tuesday, 11 April 2023 (9am for Laidley Customer Service Office).
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Local author to discuss new novel
Media ReleasesLocal identity and author Jim Nicholls will discuss his newest novel with Lockyer Valley residents next month.
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See you at the 2023 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival
Media ReleasesThe 2023 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival is on again, and residents and visitors alike are encouraged to celebrate the heritage of the region on Saturday 22 April 2023.
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Successful RADF recipients announced
Media ReleasesA diverse and exciting range of creative arts and cultural projects will soon benefit from funding available through the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF).
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Busy times at Lockyer Valley Art Gallery
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley Art Gallery has just welcomed one of its highest number of monthly visitors through the doors since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic!
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Council’s Inland Rail fight continues
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is continuing in its ongoing objection to the unreasonable impacts of Inland Rail on the future of the region.
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New exhibition to take stage at Lockyer Valley Art Gallery
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley Art Gallery is set to welcome a new exhibition later this month, just in time for the school holidays.
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Local school praises FOGO Waste Warrior Program
Media ReleasesLake Clarendon State School is singing the praises of Council’s Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) Waste Warrior project.
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Easter fun at Lockyer Valley Libraries!
Media ReleasesFamilies are encouraged to take advantage of the free fun-filled activities to entertain children throughout the Easter holidays at Lockyer Valley Libraries.
