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Aussie Pioneer Day

The Laidley Pioneer Village and Museum opened its gates on Australia Day, inviting families to step back in time and enjoy history, hands-on activities,...

Fernvale South Productivity Link to Unlock New Homes

Residents in Fernvale will soon see major road upgrades as the Fernvale South Productivity Link begins, creating the infrastructure needed for up to 2,000...

Gun law debate with MP

A Somerset resident and small business owner has spoken out against proposed federal gun law reforms, arguing the measures unfairly target licensed firearm owners...

Locals beat heat for races

Rural retreat with water security, sweeping views

New flood cameras across Lockyer

Lightning strike causes Aussie Day outage across Lockyer

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Sport

Laidley bag cricket double

A comment from an opposing skipper several years ago was the catalyst for Laidley Mulgowie to build towards dual-premiership success according to club skipper...

Gatton Futsal returns for Term 1

Gatton Futsal is back, with games kicking off Monday 2 February at the Lockyer Valley Sports Centre. The program runs for eight weeks each...

Strong field turns out for Ryan Memorial Day

Laidley Golf Club hosted its Men’s and Ladies Single Stableford Ryan Memorial Day on Saturday 24 January, with a full field of 80 players...

Invitational’s great turnout

A long-running community cricket tradition has returned to the field, with players and spectators gathering for a relaxed invitational tournament held around Australia Day. Founder...

Great day on the track

The Lockyer Valley Turf Club hosted a seven-race card on Sunday, January 25, with Sarah’s Sonnets opening the program in style before Viale delivered...

Rollston’s rugby prowess earns Somerset Sports Award

Lochlan Rollston spent 2025 playing Rugby Union among Australia’s top athletes and represented the Somerset region in international competitions. For his efforts, Somerset Regional Council...

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Rural

NFF Horticulture Council welcomes Code of Conduct review

The National Farmers’ Federation Horticulture Council has welcomed the announcement by the Australian Government of an independent review of the Horticulture Code of Conduct...

McGrath joins Metagen

Queensland-based soil health company Metagen Australia has appointed agricultural entrepreneur and innovator David McGrath as its northern Murray-Darling Basin territory manager. Mr McGrath brings extensive...

Farmer Registrations call as disasters escalate nationwide

Large areas of Victoria are currently battling bushfires, while North Queensland continues to experience flooding and cyclone impacts, and parts of New South Wales...

Boswell: A champion for rural Queensland

Former Queensland senator Ron Boswell's passing on Tuesday, 6 January, left a lasting legacy as a tireless advocate for rural and regional Australia. Passing away...

Farmers Fed name new CEO

The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce Michael Guerin as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 23 March 2026. NFF President Hamish McIntyre...

Valley proves a learning hub for UQ students

University of Queensland business students from Brisbane stepped out of the lecture theatre and into the Lockyer Valley, gaining firsthand insight into how regional...

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Kids head back for 26′

Students across the Lockyer and Somerset regions returned to school last week. We thank those who shared their family photos of children on their...

Esk Police round up January 26

Esk Police news Esk Police continue to be extremely busy in the new year, responding to almost 60 calls for service in the Esk area,...

Spring Festival shining success

The numbers achieved by last year's annual Spring Festival - the premier event in the Lockyer community calendar - are in and they’re looking...

Event of the Year goes to Glamorgan Vale SS P&C

Glamorgan Vale State School students, parents and teachers past and present reunited for a beautiful celebration of the small community’s rich history in education. For...

Volunteers support water solutions during sizzling simmer

Access to improved watering equipment during south east Queensland’s hot dry summers will hopefully help take the sting out of the hard work undertaken...

Rosewood’s little A’s

Rosewood Little Athletics has had a big few months with eight meets before they break for Christmas after this coming Saturday. The club has around...

LVNA come close in final

The Queensland Premier Mixed Netball League delivered one of its most dramatic finishes this season, with the Lockyer Valley Netball Association Mixed team pushing...

Lockyer Devils shine on Fiji rugby tour

The Lockyer District High School Open Boys Rugby League team has returned from an action-packed week long tour of Fiji, where they combined rugby,...

Pony club gives out awards

The Rosewood Pony Club gathered in celebration on Sunday, 30 November, recognising a year of dedication, resilience, sportsmanship and success at its annual awards...

Another big fish restocking

For the second time in just over a month, the Somerset Dam has welcomed hundreds of thousands of little visitors. 118,360 fingerlings, Australian Bass...

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