Weekly News Briefs - 20 February 2025
International Women’s Day breakfast
Mark Thursday 6 March in your calendar and join us at the Gatton Shire Hall for our annual International Women’s Day breakfast celebration.
This year’s guest speaker is esteemed journalist and child protection ambassador, Kim Skubris.
Doors open at 6.45am for a 7am start. Tickets are $25pp and pre-purchase only. Secure yours now at www.lockyervalleytickets.com.au
Register now for Welcome Baby Celebration
The Welcome Baby Celebration is an opportunity to introduce your baby as a valued member of the Lockyer Valley community.
If you welcomed a new baby into your family in 2024, join us for a wonderful morning of celebration and community connection.
When: Saturday 15 March, 10am
Where: Gatton Library
RSVP by Monday 10 March. Bookings essential: https://forms.office.com/r/RQAUCfJWnn
Council Pop-Up stall
Council will be attending the Plainland Markets this Sunday, 23 February.
Council’s Pop-Up stall is a great opportunity to not only meet Councillors and Council staff, but to also ask questions, provide feedback on consultation projects and stay up-to-date on Council initiatives.
For the full list of upcoming pop-ups, visit: www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/have-your-say
Half basketball court coming to Gatton
In exciting news, a half basketball court is coming to Lake Apex, Gatton!
Set to be completed by early April (weather permitting), the project features a reversible tower for both basketball and netball, plus a commercial-grade paint solution for high performance playing.
The new addition will be conveniently located adjacent to the carpark at the skatepark.
Rate Notices issued
Council has issued rates notices for the period 1 January through to 30 June 2025, with payment due on 5 March 2025.
Any resident who has changed address or applied for a pensioner rebate after 24 January 2025 is asked to contact Council to confirm details.
If you have subscribed to receive your rates via email and can’t locate it, please check your spam inbox. Anyone who hasn’t received their rates by 14 February 2025 is asked to contact Council’s Rates Department at mailbox@lvrc.qld.gov.au or call 1300 005 872.
Community Grants now open
Round 2 of our Major Community Grants program is now open.
Grants of $1000 to $4000 are on offer for not-for-profit community and sporting groups to deliver activities, events or one-off projects that enhance the liveability, health and well-being of the Lockyer Valley community.
Applications for Round 2 close on 15 March 2025. To apply and for further information, visit https://www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/grants-and-funding
