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Lockyer council weekly highlights

GATTON ADMIN BUILDING RETURN Council’s customer service operations will return to the Gatton Administration Building at 26 Railway Street, Gatton at 8.30am on Monday 2...

Council petition demands pool upgrade

Pool users are stepping up calls for year-round access to the Rosewood Anzac Aquatic Centre, with a petition of over 200 signatures now lodged...

Local SES seeks volunteers

The Lockyer Valley State Emergency Service is calling for more hands on deck after recent weather events highlighted the importance of the service and...

Rounds of funds for volunteers

Back to School support day

Milligan’s priorities for 2026

Flat and flood free acreage with well-positioned home

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Sport

Broncos bring NRL action to Gatton

The Brisbane Broncos brought their 2026 NRL pre-season training to Gatton early last week, drawing strong local interest with an open training session at...

Summer stakes showcase Gatton’s best

The Lockyer Valley Turf Club hosted an action-packed Gatton Cup race day on Friday, 9 January, featuring nine competitive events. Kicking off the first race...

Welsh 500 and counting

Laidley Mulgowie Cricket Club skipper Alex Welsh never expected to be living in Australia with 500 wickets under his belt well over a decade...

Fishing has wild finish

The Rosewood Amateur Fishing Club’s last two Freshwater competitions proved challenging to say the least but they capped off a huge year. The October...

Cassidy shines at Xmas Bash

Gatton’s own Cassidy Thornberry showcased his professional potential on Saturday, 13 December, earning a decisive points victory over four hard-fought rounds at the Gatton...

Walloon riders push on

The Wild West Summer XCO Series returned to Walloon on Sunday 7 December for Round 2 of the long-running mountain biking competition, which is...

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Rural

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...

QLD primary producers optimistic about economy and ag in 2026

Queensland primary producers are optimistic about their profits and industry outlook according to a new survey commissioned by the Queensland Rural and Industry Development...

Stronger export accommodate record beef production

With ongoing increases in cattle slaughter and high carcass weights, Australia’s 2025 beef production is set to break new ground with record volumes,...

milk production set to fall

Australian milk production is set to fall again in the current season, as ongoing feed shortages and a smaller milking herd in drought-affected areas...

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Community minded Grattons nominated

Few people haven’t heard of Barry and Wendye Gratton and their dedication to the Marburg and district community. The couple work tirelessly and this year...

McDonald responds to election inquiry

LNP State MP and Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald has responded to allegations from the Federal MP's Labor Campaign Manager that he willingly ignored...

This week in Gatton court

TWO YEAR SUSPENSION Forest Hill man Joshua Kleinhans has had his license suspended for two years after driving without a license. Mr Kleinhans was...

Rescue group weigh in on dog debate

Laidley-based dog rescue group Promising Paws has called on the Lockyer Valley Regional Council to exempt dogs in foster care from proposed changes to...

Camping out for leadership

High school students have put their leadership skills to the test at the annual Somerset Youth Leaders’ Camp. The camp, funded and organised by Somerset...

Sporting venues record highs

Record-breaking attendance at the Lowood Swimming Pool and other sporting venues has been welcomed by Somerset Regional Council as it progresses upgrades to other...

Gatton Christmas Bash

New Zealand Olympian and world-ranked cruiserweight David Nyika will headline the Gatton Xmas Bash on Saturday, 13 December, marking his return to Gatton for...

Gatton Squash crown their champs

The Gatton Squash Club Grand Final delivered a thrilling finish on Tuesday night, 18 November, as You’re Being Served edged out Team Caffeine in...

Men’s mental health walk

A local walking group turned out in force in commemoration of Men's Mental Health last week. Over 20 walkers from a Lowood walking club...

Backing Little Athletics

Coles has renewed its partnership with Little Athletics for another three years, creating more opportunities for young Queenslanders, including those in the Lockyer Valley,...

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