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Council celebrates local volunteers

National Volunteer Week kicked off across the Lockyer Valley, spotlighting the region's selfless community members who freely donate their time. National Volunteer Week, running from...

Lockyer at risk zone for JEV

The Lockyer Valley has become one of 27 local government areas listed by the Queensland Government as at risk of the Japanese Encephalitis Virus...

Renewable developments in Lockyer

Local communities in Lockyer will be in the driver’s seat to determine if wind and solar farms are developed in their region, thanks...

Communities first in renewable projects

Community groups receive $36k worth of grants

Faith’s Snakes and Ladders adventure

Leadership roles assumed at Flagstone

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Sport

Kruger set for golden olympic year

Laidley footballer Justeen Kruger will cap off a remarkable couple of years on the international stage when she lines up for Team Australia at...

Laidley rolls out 60th festivities

The Laidley Indoor Bowls Club commemorated 60 years of camaraderie, competition, and community spirit at the Laidley Cultural Centre on Tuesday, 29 April. The...

Hawks play in spirit for Anzac

The Gatton Hawks A Grade side continued on its winning way with a 34 point win over Souths on Anzac Day. It was a...

Heavy horses on show

Come and see the gentle giants-the Heavy Horses that built our nation! Come and meet the breeders and enthusiasts who’ve kept the...

Cormorant offers a scenic parkrun experience

Fitness enthusiasts across the Somerset chose to stay active to kick off their Easter weekend, waking up bright and early on Saturday morning to...

Lockyer Cricket awards galore

Celebration was in full swing at the Lockyer Cricket Association presentation night in April, following a successful season in which the Valley Vikings finished...

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Rural

Regional tour to shape the future of Queensland primary industries

The state government is working with primary producers across the state to design a plan to deliver a prosperous future for the sector....

Mates from hangs to race cup glory

A group of mates from the Gatton Redbacks Football Club have turned a social outing idea during the off-season into a successful horse racing...

April outlook favourable for beef despite tariffs

The Bendigo Bank Agribusiness’ April Commodity Update finds that US tariffs should have less impact than initially expected, however dry conditions across...

Applications open for producer demonstration sites

Meat and Livestock Australia is calling for new applications for Producer Demonstration Sites to kick off from the end of 2025. The PDS Open Call...

Grow your farm with agritourism mentorship

Somerset’s primary producers have an exclusive opportunity to develop new agritourism businesses through a free, one-on-one mentorship program with industry specialists. The Agritourism Mentoring Program...

Driving sustainable Ag through new partnership

The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has welcomed CarbonLink as its newest corporate partner, further strengthening QFF’s commitment to fostering sustainability and innovation in Queensland’s...

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Council celebrates local volunteers

National Volunteer Week kicked off across the Lockyer Valley, spotlighting the region's selfless community members who freely donate their time. National Volunteer Week, running from...

Lockyer at risk zone for JEV

The Lockyer Valley has become one of 27 local government areas listed by the Queensland Government as at risk of the Japanese Encephalitis Virus...

Renewable developments in Lockyer

Local communities in Lockyer will be in the driver’s seat to determine if wind and solar farms are developed in their region, thanks...

Communities first in renewable projects

The state government has introduced laws in Parliament aimed at empowering regional communities, such as those in the Nanango electorate, to facilitate renewable energy...

Community groups receive $36k worth of grants

A host of community organisations from the Lockyer Valley will share in more than $36,000 in funding thanks to Council’s Major Community Grants Program. Fifteen...

Faith’s Snakes and Ladders adventure

Students from Faith Lutheran College Plainland presented a mega-play project designed for child-friendly events to the Laidley Community Centre on Wednesday, 30 April. The 64...

Youth shoot for fun

Local youth spent their holiday shooting hoops and making friends at the Lockyer Valley Sports and Aquatic Centre on 9 April. As part of the...

A ‘Classic’ to remember

A mix of returning and fresh personalities took to the course for a picturesque weekend of golfing at the Laidley Men’s Classic on 5-6...

Colts go back to back

The Gatton Valley Colts rugby union side have beaten USQ 26-12 to clinch the Colts premiership cup on 5 April, making it back to...

Historic Centrals win at death

Central Districts Cricket Club have pulled off an epic victory over Valley Vikings. Their win at the death made history and gave them their...

Laidley gun new Knights weapon

Laidley and Ipswich Grammar School product Wil Sullivan has made a move from the North Queensland Cowboys, where he was developing through the ranks,...

Get set for the Somerset Rail Trail Classic

The Somerset Rail Trail Classic is back again for 2025, with four exciting challenges on offer on Sunday, 13 July. The iconic Somerset race take...

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