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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...

History comes alive this Australia Day

The Laidley Pioneer Village and Museum will invite the community to step back in time this Australia Day, offering a family-friendly celebration that blends...

Somerset Regional Council Highlights

GRANTS EN ROUTE Funding round two of Somerset Regional Council’s Community Assistance Grants for 2025-2026 is opening on Australia Day. Community organisations can apply for a...

Enviro laws must be fair

Seqwater puts safety first

Celebrate Aus Day in Esk

Withcott car fire, no injuries

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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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Day for birds and trees

The Lockyer Valley Regional Council is hosting a unique event for local green thumbs next month. A community bird watching and tree planting day...

Somerset awaits Aussie Day

Join Somerset Regional Council for Somerset Celebrates Australia Day 2026 at the Somerset Civic Centre in Esk on Monday, 26 January. Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt...

Rosewood community comes together poolside

The Rosewood and District Support Centre (RADSc) brought families together as the summer school holidays drew closer to an end, hosting a free community...

Council endorses Racing Precinct Masterplan Design

Lockyer Valley Regional Council has endorsed a revised Masterplan Design Report for the proposed Lockyer Valley Racing Precinct, providing a planning framework to inform...

Lockyer council weekly highlights

AUSSIE DAY CELEBRATIONS Join us at Gatton Shire Hall on Monday 26 January as we announce our 2026 Australia Day Award winners, welcome our...

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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