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Hundreds of educators expected as UniSQ expands online learning

Back by popular demand, the University of Southern Queensland’s (UniSQ) PL-Connect program will return in 2026 with an expanded series of online professional learning...

National Simultaneous Storytime Gatton Library

The Gatton Library will host this year’s 26th National Simultaneous Storytime – and you’re invited to come along. National Simultaneous Storytime will once again see...

Esk and Toogoolawah finalists in QLD Top Tourism

Two Somerset towns have been chosen as finalists for Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s (QTIC) 2026 Top Tourism Town Awards. The annual awards recognise outstanding regional...

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Sport

On the district scoreboard

 BOWLS TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB Tuesday 5th May Peter and Annie Rooney, Gary and Tracie Gilligan made the trip to Gatton and did a fantastic job....

Black Pigs to celebrate women in rugby

The Gatton Black Pigs RUFC will celebrate the women behind the club when it hosts its annual Ladies Day at the Laidley Sports Complex...

Heavy horses draw crowds to Gatton field days

The 45th Annual Gatton Heavy Horse Field Days were held at the Gatton Showgrounds on Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, showcasing two...

Calling all community groups and sporting clubs

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is calling on local community groups and sporting clubs to update their contact details to stay connected and informed about...

Fijian Yowie builds rugby journey

For Kilcoy Yowie Sekove Serevi, life in regional Queensland has been shaped by work, sport and community connection, with rugby league playing a key...

Lions, Hawks pay tribute to Shepley

Gatton Hawks and Laidley Lions have paid tribute to well-known local rugby league figure Peter Shepley, remembering him as a dedicated player, coach and...

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Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 09 May Store sale Agents Bartholomew and Co reported a yarding of 734 head at their Beaudesert Weaner Sale on Saturday.  An outstanding...

Gatton students among 2026 AgriFutures Horizon Scholars

Two students based at the University of Queensland Gatton Campus have been named in the 2026 AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship cohort, joining 18 high-achieving university...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 18 April Store sale An outstanding yarding of Santa cattle came to hand at this week’s Beaudesert Store Sale. Feeder and restocker steers...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 18 April Store sale An outstanding yarding of Santa cattle came to hand at this week’s Beaudesert Store Sale. Feeder and restocker steers...

Boots and Bales set to roll out in Esk

The Esk Show Society is set to launch a new chapter in its annual celebrations, with the inaugural Boots and Bales Showgirl and Rural...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 18 April Store sale An outstanding yarding of Santa cattle came to hand at this week’s Beaudesert Store Sale. Feeder and restocker steers...

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Police charge 33 over hooning crackdown

Police have charged 33 people over alleged hooning activity at Wivenhoe Hill earlier this year, following a major investigation into dangerous group driving behaviour...

Rural doctors frontline domestic violence

In rural and remote communities, familiarity is part of daily life. For a Rural Generalist practising in these regions, that closeness can support care...

Helping Somerset grow

It’s no secret that the Somerset region is growing. In 2026, our population sits around 26,200 people. This number is expected to grow to...

CWA Enjoys Mother’s Lunch

The CWA Glenore Grove branch enjoyed a memorable Mother’s Day luncheon at Falvey’s Hotel Gatton, with members describing the occasion as a wonderful celebration...

Lockyer youth leader appointed 2026

Lockyer has a new youth representative stepping into a key leadership role, with Sophia College Plainland student Emily selected as the 2026 Youth Member...

Stags’ trial by fire

The Nanango Stags proved they were once again ready for competition, welcoming the Kilcoy Yowies to the South Burnett on Saturday for a spirited...

Venom pro Wrestling delivers thrills at Walloon

Fans packed the Walloon Hotel on Saturday night, 14 March, for Venom Pro Wrestling’s Country Clash, witnessing a high-octane evening of action, shocks, and...

On the district scoreboard

BOWLS TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB Tuesday March 10 Julie, Jeff, LJ and Ritchie travelled to Gatton for their pub day. Toogoolawah were in a great position drawing...

Grand finals locked in

Laidley-Mulgowie's rivalry with Central Districts will continue this weekend in the Cricket Ipswich two-day grand final after a thrilling semi-final saw Centrals claim an...

Top greyhounds awarded

The finalists for the 2025 Sportsbet Queensland Greyhound of the Year have been unveiled, At a shootout in Brisbane on March 20, Autumn Storm, Daysea’s...