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Valley young guns celebrate Youth Week

On Wednesday 15 April, Anglicare Southern Queensland joined local community services Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health, Ipswich Community Youth Service,...

Lockyer Heritage Festival weekend throwback

The Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival was held across the weekend, with events in Laidley on Saturday and Gatton on Sunday, celebrating the region’s rich...

Marie Kirkby framed ahead of Anzac Day

Gatton RSL Sub Branch has presented 105-year-old World War II veteran Marie Kirkby with newly framed medals and a record of her wartime service...

McDonald pushes regional payroll tax change

Milligan backs safety push after Somerset move

Somerset man airlifted after horse incident

Pedestrian killed Glenore Grove

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Sport

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...

Hawks deliver results

The Gatton Hawks produced a competitive day on the field in their latest fixtures against Souths, with dominant wins across three grades before A...

On the district scoreboard

 BOWLS TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB Tuesday March 24 Malcolm Adams, Len Smyth, Neville Finlay and Keith Mc Whirter attended Lowood for the monthly pub day fours. The...

Greyhounds step into new life after racing

The Greyhound Adoption Program Churchable Kennels opened its doors for a behind-the-scenes look at how retired racing greyhounds are prepared for life as family...

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...

New range marks club milestone

The Esk Branch Shooters Union is preparing to open a new shooting range facility at 331 Esk-Hampton Road on 11 April, marking a new...

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Rural

AgForce welcomes QLD Sheep and Goat eID Financial Assistance

AgForce has welcomed the State government’s announcement that a second round of the Queensland Sheep and Goat eID assistance package for producers had launched. The...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 11 April Store sale Another great yarding of local restocker steers sold fully firm on last sale's rates. Quality potential replacement females sold...

Nursery growers can power more, spend less

Energy efficiency is crucial to the long-term productivity and profitability of plant nurseries, with on-farm upgrades widely shown to significantly reduce power, energy bills,...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 21 March Store sale Agents Bartholomew & Co reported an outstanding yarding of European Infused cattle at their 21st Annual Euro Show & Sale....

Growers to lock in ‘once in a lifetime’ water opportunity

Queensland's most exciting water project in decades is about to start its next stage towards becoming a reality. The Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Security...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 14 March Store sale Agents Bartholomew and Co reported another quality yarding of feeder and restocker steers at their Beaudesert Store Sale on...

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Visit Council’s Disaster Dashboard before you fill up

Residents looking to stay on top of fuel prices and availability across the Lockyer Valley can now check fuel supply and pricing through Council’s...

Lockyer council weekly highlights

FILLING UP? STAY ON TOP OF FUEL PRICES Looking to stay on top of fuel prices and availability across the Lockyer Valley? You can now...

Somerset included in Local Hero Grants

Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington is pleased to announce the successful applicants in the latest round of the Local Hero Grants, supporting grassroots organisations...

Living history rides again for ANZAC Day

The 2nd Light Horse Lockyer Troop will once again bring history to life this ANZAC Day, with members preparing to honour the legacy of...

Somerset Council Highlights

Justice of the Peace welcomed at Esk Library Somerset Regional Council is proud to welcome a new Justice of the Peace (JP) service at Esk...

Magic round’s community feel

Magic round has once again proven a great success for the Rugby League Ipswich (RLI) competition with heavy hitters, the Gatton Hawks, among eight...

Gout v rival a drawcard

The Peter Norman Memorial 200m at the 2026 Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne on 28 March is shaping up as one of the biggest...

Somerset guns take home awards

From Patrick Estate near Lowood, star trainer Chantal Turpin has led her horse Gus to a remarkable double, as Queensland Trotter of the Year...

Works starting on Kilcoy Indoor Sports Centre upgrade

Construction for the Kilcoy Indoor Sports Centre upgrade will start in March 2026. The works will increase the facilities capacity, including delivery of an expanded...

Lowood Stags launch 2026 season

The Lowood Stags Senior Rugby League team officially launched their 2026 season on Saturday, 21 February, marking the first time in over ten years...

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