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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Bar raised at Council’s Hip Hop Workshops
HighlightsMore than 40 participants, aged from five to almost 60 years, took part in the age-tailored hip-hop sessions.
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Council secures upgrades for Gatton Showgrounds
HighlightsCouncil is playing a leading role in securing the longevity of the much-loved community facility.
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Credit Rating upgrade for Council
HighlightsCouncil's rating has been upgraded from Weak to Moderate with a Neutral outlook.
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Join the Aussie Backyard Bird Count
HighlightsThis citizen-science event, coordinated by BirdLife Australia, takes place across the country from Monday 19 to Sunday 25 October.
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Cool change on the way for Cultural Centre
HighlightsThe Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre will soon have improved air-conditioning - just in time for the hottest summer months.
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Vital infrastructure a focus in lead-up to state election
HighlightsCouncil is calling on the Palaszczuk State Government to listen to the pleas of regional Queensland in the lead-up to state election.
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Council committed to securing passenger rail
HighlightsCouncil remains committed to advocating for a meaningful passenger rail link between Brisbane and Toowoomba.
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Garage Sale Trail, The Recovery Edition, launched
HighlightsRegistrations are now open for the tenth annual Garage Sale Trail, which will take place on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November.
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Laidley Pool reopening temporarily delayed
HighlightsCouncil expects the pool to be open for community use by early October.
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Landholders urged to be on the lookout for Fireweed
HighlightsThe invasive weed has the potential to severely impact agriculture in the region if it's not removed from pastures.
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Find your groove with hip-hop workshops
HighlightsDelivered by Elements Collective, the workshops will be aimed at beginners and intermediate-level participants in late September.
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Community Grants initiative now open
HighlightsThe Community Grants initiative is for non-recurrent grants of between $500 and $4000.
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Council’s cemeteries to undergo maintenance
HighlightsCouncil is currently renewing the concrete seam strips to improve the stability of headstones and cemetery maintenance at the Laidley Cemetery.
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Council extends due date for rates
HighlightsCouncillors voted to extend the due date and discount date from 11 September 2020 to 25 September 2020.
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State investment in Lockyer Valley totals more than $5m
HighlightsCouncil has received more than $5million in Queensland Government funding for a multitude of projects to benefit the community.
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Drought Support Officer funded for Lockyer Valley
HighlightsCouncil has further increased its support services for those affected by drought through the appointment of a Local Drought Support Officer.
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Lockyer Valley signs up for Road Safety
HighlightsMayor Tanya Milligan is urging residents to jump on-board the sign up' campaign for this year's Queensland Road Safety Week.
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Open Gardens return despite Spring Festival changes
HighlightsLaidley Spring Festival's renowned Open Garden Scheme will again showcase some of the region's loveliest gardens, despite Festival changes.
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Laidley Spring Festival turns virtual in 2020
HighlightsCelebrate the coming of spring, in a virtual fashion, with this year's online Laidley Spring Festival.
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Events on offer for Seniors Week 2020
HighlightsSeniors Week in the Lockyer Valley will be held from 15- 23 August.
