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Winter fun at the library

Looking for a cosy escape from the cooler weather these school holidays? Look no further than Lockyer Valley Libraries! Lockyer Valley Regional Council Libraries and...

New Somerset citizens

Somerset is now home to 29 new Australians following a Citizenship Ceremony held at the Somerset Civic Centre in Esk on Thursday, last week. The...

Lockyer council weekly highlights

FEES AND CHARGES 2025-26 Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s new Fees and Charges for 2025-26 will come into effect on 1 July, including changes to waste...

Jimna Fire Tower News Update

Esk blossoms for its garden showcase

Councillor Isidro announces resignation

Works to kick off on Laidley connection road

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Sport

Women wrap up season ahead of finals series

The Gatton Hawks Women's team has concluded their 2025 season, with the Toowoomba Rugby League Preliminary Finals kicking off next week and the Grand...

Hawks down Pittsworth 28-6

Gatton Hawks travelled up to Pittsworth on Saturday night, in an important fixture in this year's Hutchison Builders competition. They defeated the Danes 28-6...

Pickelball bounces off Kilcoy

Kilcoy pickleball enthusiasts have been having a fantastic time with plenty of fun, friendly rallies, and lots of laughs as the sport kicked off...

Pigs fly high again

The Gatton Black Pigs have wrapped up an unforgettable two weeks for its A-Grade side by achieving a 22-12 home victory against the Toowoomba...

Pub fever for Origin

Queensland fans let out a triumphant sigh of relief on Wednesday night, as pubs across the Lockyer and Somerset were jam-packed following the Maroons'...

Rev up the powerboats

Lake Dyer will once again roar to life with powerboats as Lockyer Powerfest returns from the 27th to the 29th of June. This year is...

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Rural

Inland fishing trial

More than $9 million has been committed to a groundbreaking program trialling innovative and low-impact fishing technologies in Queensland, as part of a transition...

Lighting the path for the future of inshore fisheries

Over $9 million has been allocated to trial innovative low-impact fishing gear in Queensland, funded by the Department of Primary Industries and the Fisheries...

Beef producers signal confidence amid shifting conditions

The latest Beef Producer Intentions Survey by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) indicates strong producer confidence in the sector's outlook, along with stable herd...

Ag production figures fall

The gross value of Australia’s agricultural production is expected to fall by 2.8% to $90.7 billion in 2025-26, driven by lower crop and livestock...

Varroa no easy task

Local beekeepers are being urged to remain vigilant as the varroa mite continues to spread across parts of southeast Queensland. Jacob Stevens, president of...

Dingle Queensland grower top award

Kalfresh vegetable grower, Craig Dingle, has been named the 2025 Corteva Agriscience Young Grower of the Year, after spearheading on-farm innovations that have boosted...

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Winter fun at the library

Looking for a cosy escape from the cooler weather these school holidays? Look no further than Lockyer Valley Libraries! Lockyer Valley Regional Council Libraries and...

New Somerset citizens

Somerset is now home to 29 new Australians following a Citizenship Ceremony held at the Somerset Civic Centre in Esk on Thursday, last week. The...

Lockyer council weekly highlights

FEES AND CHARGES 2025-26 Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s new Fees and Charges for 2025-26 will come into effect on 1 July, including changes to waste...

Jimna Fire Tower News Update

Hope is once again rising for the long-awaited redevelopment of the Jimna Fire Tower, with a major project milestone now complete. The Department of Agriculture,...

Esk blossoms for its garden showcase

Esk’s annual Valley of the Lakes Garden Fair made a vibrant comeback on Saturday, 21 June, featuring over 100 stalls dedicated to plants, garden...

Councillor Isidro announces resignation

Somerset Councillor Kylee Isidro announced her resignation as an elected member of Somerset Regional Council at the Ordinary Meeting on Wednesday, 18 June. Cr Isidro...

Lockyer Rugby fly high Fiji

Lockyer District High School students and staff will board a plane for the school's first-ever international rugby league trip, departing for Fiji from November...

Lowood High’s kicking goals and scoring big on success

The Lowood State High School Football Academy continues to grow participation in the world game in the region, with its teams demonstrating impressive results...

Pickle paddlers come to Kilcoy

Kilcoy residents will be able to pick up a paddle and have a shot at pickleball with a free social pickleball event at Kilcoy...

Hawks comeback overpowers cowboys in classic

Gatton Hawks had to dig deep to overcome Warwick Cowboys 22-18 in a classic match of grit at Father Ranger Oval on Sunday. The Cowboys...

Lake Apex Court ready for play

The new half-court at Lake Apex, Gatton is officially complete and ready for play. The project was funded by the Queensland Government's south east...

Hawks put 50 on Highlands

Gatton Hawks continued on their winning way with a sound win over Highfields 54-0 at Cahill Park sporting complex on Sunday afternoon. Hawks' Brad...

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