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Under Eights Week is turning 70

On Friday 22 May, Gatton State School will host 8-year-olds and under and their families from across the region. Principal Jack Mathewson said the school...

Historic steam models draw crowds to Grandchester

Railway enthusiasts travelled to Grandchester on Saturday, 2 May, for a heritage-focused steam event linked to Ipswich’s Planes, Trains and Autos Festival. Models came from...

Gatton SS turns 150 this week

The Gatton State School is set to mark an extraordinary milestone, celebrating 150 years of education, history, and community spirit with a weekend of...

Flood risk sparks funding push

Gatton’s origins revisited as local Research sparks discussion

Somerset Regional Council Highlights

New SES vehicle marks milestone

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Sport

Heavy horses draw crowds to Gatton field days

The 45th Annual Gatton Heavy Horse Field Days were held at the Gatton Showgrounds on Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, showcasing two...

Calling all community groups and sporting clubs

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is calling on local community groups and sporting clubs to update their contact details to stay connected and informed about...

Fijian Yowie builds rugby journey

For Kilcoy Yowie Sekove Serevi, life in regional Queensland has been shaped by work, sport and community connection, with rugby league playing a key...

Lions, Hawks pay tribute to Shepley

Gatton Hawks and Laidley Lions have paid tribute to well-known local rugby league figure Peter Shepley, remembering him as a dedicated player, coach and...

Hawks deliver results

The Gatton Hawks produced a competitive day on the field in their latest fixtures against Souths, with dominant wins across three grades before A...

On the district scoreboard

 BOWLS TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB Tuesday March 24 Malcolm Adams, Len Smyth, Neville Finlay and Keith Mc Whirter attended Lowood for the monthly pub day fours. The...

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Rural

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 18 April Store sale An outstanding yarding of Santa cattle came to hand at this week’s Beaudesert Store Sale. Feeder and restocker steers...

Boots and Bales set to roll out in Esk

The Esk Show Society is set to launch a new chapter in its annual celebrations, with the inaugural Boots and Bales Showgirl and Rural...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 18 April Store sale An outstanding yarding of Santa cattle came to hand at this week’s Beaudesert Store Sale. Feeder and restocker steers...

AgForce welcomes QLD Sheep and Goat eID Financial Assistance

AgForce has welcomed the State government’s announcement that a second round of the Queensland Sheep and Goat eID assistance package for producers had launched. The...

Latest from the saleyards

BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 11 April Store sale Another great yarding of local restocker steers sold fully firm on last sale's rates. Quality potential replacement females sold...

Nursery growers can power more, spend less

Energy efficiency is crucial to the long-term productivity and profitability of plant nurseries, with on-farm upgrades widely shown to significantly reduce power, energy bills,...

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Battalion showcases regional rugby strength

The 47th Battalion Carnival over ANZAC Day weekend, delivered grit, unity and regional pride in Toowoomba, with Gatton Hawks players in key roles...

Rail Trail councils raise concerns over E Mobility Laws

Somerset Regional Council has officially submitted a response to proposed state laws managing the use of e-mobility devices. The State Government initiative aims to address...

Lockyer council weekly highlights

COUNCIL TO CLOSE PART OF WILLIAM KEMP RV PARK Following concerns raised by Gatton Kindy with the inappropriate behaviour and proximity of some campers in...

35th International Short Film Festival On Tour The Empire

Celebrating 35 years in 2026, Flickerfest remains Australia’s leading Academy® Qualifying and BAFTA Recognised short film festival, ensuring that we continue to present A-list...

Lend a hand, help a koala

The region’s koala habitat needs a helping hand and Lockyer Council are seeking public support. Council’s Environment Portfolio Councillor Cheryl Steinhardt encouraged community members...

On the district scoreboard

BOWLS TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB Tuesday March 10 Julie, Jeff, LJ and Ritchie travelled to Gatton for their pub day. Toogoolawah were in a great position drawing...

Grand finals locked in

Laidley-Mulgowie's rivalry with Central Districts will continue this weekend in the Cricket Ipswich two-day grand final after a thrilling semi-final saw Centrals claim an...

Top greyhounds awarded

The finalists for the 2025 Sportsbet Queensland Greyhound of the Year have been unveiled, At a shootout in Brisbane on March 20, Autumn Storm, Daysea’s...

Magic round’s community feel

Magic round has once again proven a great success for the Rugby League Ipswich (RLI) competition with heavy hitters, the Gatton Hawks, among eight...

Gout v rival a drawcard

The Peter Norman Memorial 200m at the 2026 Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne on 28 March is shaping up as one of the biggest...

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