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Courageous Somerset mountaineer signage unveiled

An interpretive sign was unveiled at the Coominya Railway Station on 24 October to mark the 40th anniversary of the passing of Coominya mountaineer,...

Preserving Brisbane Valley’s History

Somerset residents had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich history of the Brisbane Valley at the inaugural Brisbane Valley History Expo at the Somerset...

Prizes and dancing galore at Seniors luncheon

The Gatton COTA Senior Citizens hosted their Seniors' Month capstone event with a luncheon at Gatton Shire Hall on 23 October. Various groups and...

Deb makes it five in a row

Third times a charm for Jim

Serving with pride for 50 years

Somerset Council highlights

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Sport

Mental health guidance for future rugby league stars

Lockyer local Alexis Gatt was honoured as a finalist in the Support Squad Person of the Year category for her role as a Queensland...

Mulgowie and Laidley to compete as one

Two of Lockyer Valley’s most proud and long-standing cricket clubs will join forces to compete in the Cricket Ipswich competition.  The Laidley District Cricket Club...

Onto the world stage

Gatton local Shayne Freebody is set to enter the world stage, having been selected as one of three Queensland’s to compete in the Australian’s...

On the district scoreboard

BOWLS TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB On Wednesday 9 October, Neville, Kim and Keith travelled to Kilcoy for their Pub Day. They were joined by Mike from Woodford...

New bike node a boost for Fernvale

Somerset welcomed a new bike node along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail at the Fernvale Visitor Information Centre on Wednesday, 16 October. The bike...

Somerset Multisport fitness challenge

The Somerset Region hosted the inaugural Somerset Multisport Festival from 12-13 October at Wivenhoe Dam. Organised by Atlas Events, known for The Brisbane Marathon,...

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Rural

Locals answer to effectively rid of fire ants

Adare landowner Trevor Hold is working to introduce a non-toxic, targeted fire ant elimination strategy to Australian shores, condradicting the National Fire Ant Eradication...

Keep an eye out for pasture dieback

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) principal pasture agronomist Gavin Peck said the condition, which caused premature death of tropical and sub-tropical grasses, spread...

Using your vote to Back the Bush

It’s been a challenging time for voters in the leadup to the state election - particularly those wanting to make their vote count for...

Produce prices at market

Queensland Produce in the Brisbane Market for the week ending Friday, 18 October 2024. FRUIT: LEMONS: Eureka $20-$25 1/2CP, Eureka No1 $15-$30 13KgCtn, Eureka...

Council commits to deeper review of Laidley Saleyards

Lockyer Valley Regional Council has pushed pause on its decision to close the Laidley Saleyards. At its October Ordinary Meeting, council voted unanimously to...

Neuendorf takes 2,600 names to council

Cattle dealers have gathered more than 2,600 signatures to save the Laidley Saleyards. Steve Clark and Elaine Horrocks, among other community members, presented their paper...

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Courageous Somerset mountaineer signage unveiled

An interpretive sign was unveiled at the Coominya Railway Station on 24 October to mark the 40th anniversary of the passing of Coominya mountaineer,...

Preserving Brisbane Valley’s History

Somerset residents had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich history of the Brisbane Valley at the inaugural Brisbane Valley History Expo at the Somerset...

Prizes and dancing galore at Seniors luncheon

The Gatton COTA Senior Citizens hosted their Seniors' Month capstone event with a luncheon at Gatton Shire Hall on 23 October. Various groups and...

Deb makes it five in a row

The LNP's Deb Frecklington has secured a decisive election victory, earning her a fifth term as the Member for Nanango. Mrs Frecklington has held the...

Third times a charm for Jim

Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald has won his third consecutive term, securing his seat with over 50 per cent of the vote. As of 28...

Serving with pride for 50 years

Lowood Lions Club has proudly upheld their motto, ‘We Serve’, for 50 years. This year, the club has celebrated its half century milestone with various...

Riders have winning DNA

A Laidley-based motorsports team made history at the sixth round of the 2024 Australian SuperBike Championship, held 4-6 October. RaceDNA Motorsports scored its first ASBK...

On the district scoreboard – 3 October 2024

BOWLS LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB T. Watson, K. Mcguire, R. Knight 14. E, Roffe, M. Zabel, C Mcguire 13. M. Whereat, D. Mcguire. 26, E. Muller, R....

Lowood bowls over 75th

The Lowood and District Memorial Bowls Club marked its 75th anniversary on Saturday, 28 September. Club secretary Jason Redgwell said the anniversary event was...

Kids learn craft of skating

Lockyer’s up-and-coming skateboarding pros learned the sport’s essential tricks and techniques in a two-day program in Gatton over 25-26 September. Before they hit the Gatton...

On the district scoreboard – 26 September 2024

BOWLS LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB Wednesday social G. Herrbert, K. McGuire, C. McGuire, 25. M. Where, Scott Harrison, R. Pagett. 15. M. Zable, C. Kilminster. J. Dickson, 15....

Hawks and Lions up north

The Gatton Hawks and Laidley Lions junior rugby league under 10s teams headed north to compete against squads from across the state over the...

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