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Sod turned for Adare lots

A major new lifestyle estate is taking shape on Gatton’s outskirts, with sod turned on Tuesday, 9 December, for lots slated for completion by...

Grave confusion made clear

A Brisbane woman whose partner is buried in the Gatton Cemetery says she has mixed emotions after repeated dealings with Lockyer Valley Regional Council....

Neumann launches Somerset office

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann officially opened his new Fernvale satellite office on 7 December, making him the only current State or Federal...

Somerset artists celebrate local shows

Musicians spread cheer

Mitre 10 Lowood champions local

Supporting a Mystical shop

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Sport

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...

Lowood Slimmers keep moving

If you’re looking for a friendly place to get moving, meet new people, and support local causes, the Lowood Slimmers might be just the...

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...

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Rural

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...

Irrigation rebates available

The Queensland Government has launched the Irrigation Pricing Rebate Scheme, offering a 15 per cent rebate to eligible irrigators on water bills issued by...

Hundreds of sheep stolen

A 69-year-old Flagstone Creek man has been charged with a series of stock stealing, firearm and fraud offences following a protracted investigation by the...

Fight for repair rights

The National Farmers’ Federation, other peak bodies, policymakers, industry and academics have gathered for a summit to promote the right of farmers to repair...

Biotech milestone achieved

Lockyer Valley biotechnology company Metagen has reached a world-leading milestone in developing a DNA-based diagnostic test for Australian onion growers battling crop losses caused...

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Sod turned for Adare lots

A major new lifestyle estate is taking shape on Gatton’s outskirts, with sod turned on Tuesday, 9 December, for lots slated for completion by...

Grave confusion made clear

A Brisbane woman whose partner is buried in the Gatton Cemetery says she has mixed emotions after repeated dealings with Lockyer Valley Regional Council....

Neumann launches Somerset office

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann officially opened his new Fernvale satellite office on 7 December, making him the only current State or Federal...

Somerset artists celebrate local shows

The Condensery hosted a lively crowd on 6 December for the dual exhibition openings of The Show and Cowgirls Are Forever, celebrating the work...

Musicians spread cheer

A unique blend of voices will be in Gatton over the Christmas holidays, bringing heartwarming carols, festive showstoppers, and toe-tapping dance numbers. Led by...

Mitre 10 Lowood champions local

Mitre 10 Lowood, a staple of the town for home improvement since 2008, has stepped in as a sponsor for the Your Town feature,...

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,...

Boccia sees numbers grow

A new sport, typically associated with the Paralympics, has started up recently in Gatton and is now calling on locals to join in. Boccia,...

Social netball grand finals

A Gatton sports club has called its grand finals evening one of the smoothest it's ever had, despite disruptions causing it to move venues...

Bridge club’s first golf day

Typically bridge enthusiasts in the Somerset use the Toogoolawah Golf Club for its great air conditioning and appropriate atmosphere. But on 8 November the...

Jockey final race 2025

A crowd of around 800 racegoers gathered at the Esk Showgrounds on Saturday, 8 November, for the Esk Jockey Club's final race day of...

Rodeo thrill ride

The 2025 Lowood Rodeo drew in large crowds to witness thrilling competition and family-friendly entertainment at the Lowood Showgrounds on Saturday, 8 November. Organised by...

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