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Helping Somerset grow

It’s no secret that the Somerset region is growing. In 2026, our population sits around 26,200 people. This number is expected to grow to...

CWA Enjoys Mother’s Lunch

The CWA Glenore Grove branch enjoyed a memorable Mother’s Day luncheon at Falvey’s Hotel Gatton, with members describing the occasion as a wonderful celebration...

Lockyer youth leader appointed 2026

Lockyer has a new youth representative stepping into a key leadership role, with Sophia College Plainland student Emily selected as the 2026 Youth Member...

Gatton SS in a 150th bash

New fire appliance enhances operational response at Forest Hill

Granzien wins national award in Sydney

New citizens welcomed to the region

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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

Gatton students among 2026 AgriFutures Horizon Scholars

Two students based at the University of Queensland Gatton Campus have been named in the 2026 AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship cohort, joining 18 high-achieving university...

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...

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...

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Australians cutting essentials to afford housing

As winter approaches, the St Vincent de Paul Society is calling on Australians to support the Vinnies Winter Appeal 2026, with new data showing...

Fuel reserves must reach regional areas

Australia’s livestock and rural transporters have welcomed a billion-litre national fuel reserve but warned the Federal Government the measure will only matter if diesel...

Airlift in Moore after serious crash

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical team airlifted a man to hospital after a motorbike and car collided on the D’Aguilar Highway in Moore...

Somerset Regional Council Highlights

COUNCIL LAUNCHES ‘BUSINESS CONCIERGE’ AT SOMERSET BUSINESS BREAKFAST Queensland Small Business Month kicked off in Somerset with the annual Business Breakfast in Esk on Friday,...

Lockyer council weekly highlights

COUNCIL MEETING The next Ordinary Meeting of Lockyer Valley Regional Council will be held on Wednesday, 20 May 2026 at the Council Chambers, Gatton commencing...

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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