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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Register now for the Early Warning Network
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is encouraging residents to subscribe to the Lockyer Valley Early Warning Network (EWN) and receive free severe weather alerts.
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Shining bright at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery
Media ReleasesThings are looking a whole lot brighter at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery, all thanks to a recent funding injection.
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Council supports UQ Gatton students through field practical
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Environment Team were hands-on at Lake Apex this morning, meeting with ecology students from the University of Queensland’s Gatton Campus.
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Council to host second Grant Writing Workshop
Media ReleasesFollowing the success of the first workshop, Lockyer Valley Regional Council is pleased to announce a second free Grant Writing Workshop later this month.
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Residents and developers reminded to check before clearing vegetation
Media ReleasesCouncil is reminding residents and developers to ensure they are well-informed on the legal requirements for clearing vegetation before work begins.
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Applications for Major Community Grants closing soon
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s Major Community Grants Program is still open for applications, but you will need to get in quick!
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Council crews complete emergent works following May floods
Media ReleasesThe emergent works phase of recovery from the May 2022 weather event is now complete, with more than 70 per cent of the first phase of roadworks undertaken.
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Lockyer Valley Community Emergency Planning Workshops
Media ReleasesThe Building Inclusive Disaster Resilient Communities emergency planning series is on later this month, and registrations are now open, with a focus on community members with additional support needs.
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Bitumen Reseal Program to extend lifespan of local road network
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s 2022-23 Bitumen Reseal program will reseal around 170,000m2 of existing road pavement, extending the lifespan of the region’s road network along the way.
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Full capacity at Grant Writing Workshop
Media ReleasesIt was a full house at Council’s free Grant Writing Workshop, held at the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre.
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Council commits to new Community Centre to service Lockyer Waters
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council has earmarked more than $600,000 for the construction of a new Community Centre to service Lockyer Waters.
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Purchase your tickets now for International Women’s Day
Media ReleasesThere are only two weeks remaining until we come together to celebrate the amazing achievements of women at the 2023 International Women’s Day celebration breakfast.
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Council to relocate flood-impacted park equipment
Media ReleasesReusable park equipment prone to flooding across the Lockyer Valley will be relocated as part of a cost-saving measure aimed at minimising repeated damage.
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Council endorses Saturday morning trial for Gatton Library
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley library lovers will soon be able to access the Gatton Library not five, but six days a week after Council endorsed a six-month trial to open on a Saturday morning.
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Go paperless and save!
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council is encouraging ratepayers to go paperless and save!
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Hot conditions a concern for bushfires
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley residents are urged to be vigilant and well prepared for bushfires, following a run of heatwave temperatures across the state.
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#EmbraceEquity this International Women’s Day
Media ReleasesThe Lockyer Valley community will come together next month to #EmbraceEquity, the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day celebrations.
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Council to host Grant Writing Workshop this month
Media ReleasesDo you want to know more about how grant programs work and how to increase your chances of funding success?
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Make a difference on Clean Up Australia Day
Media ReleasesSunday 5 March is Clean Up Australia Day and Lockyer Valley Regional Council is encouraging residents and community groups to register now!
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Council adopts Biosecurity Surveillance Program
Media ReleasesLockyer Valley Regional Council’s three-year Biosecurity Surveillance Program was authorised by Council at the January Ordinary Meeting.
