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Chaplains ready to support Lockyer’s new prisoners

Dedicated prison chaplains are ready to step foot inside Queensland’s newest and largest correctional centre to support prisoners navigating their darkest days. A...

Somerset’s Filmer amongst finalists for Brisbane Portrait Prize

Esk visual artist and photographer Jim Filmer has overcome plenty of competition to be acknowledged as a finalist in the 2025 Brisbane Portrait Prize....

Spring fun at Libraries

Families need to look no further, these spring school holidays, with Lockyer Valley Libraries hosting a packed schedule of fun and free activities for...

2000 new homes coming

Fernvale and Gatton are set to benefit from major housing projects under the Crisafulli Government’s $2 billion Residential Activation Fund, with $5 million committed...

LifeFlight airlifts teenager after buggy rollover

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew airlifted a teenager to hospital after a buggy rollover in the Somerset region on Sunday, 14 September. The...

Street parade extravaganza

The iconic spring festival street parade kicked off the proceedings with a colorful display from the region's many fantastic groups on Saturday. From sports teams...

Lockyer’s state-of-the-art prison opens its doors

The Lockyer Valley Correctional Centre has officially opened its doors, welcoming its first intake of 20 prisoners last Friday, as part of a larger...

Laidley Touch Turns 50

The Laidley Touch Football Association marked a golden milestone on Saturday night, celebrating its 50th anniversary with a special gathering at the Laidley Cultural...

cardiac services boost for patients across region

West Moreton Health patients in the Lockyer Valley now have access to additional cardiology services. Cardiologist Dr James Robinson said extra non-urgent services were available...

Spring School Holiday Program out now

There’s no shortage of fun these spring school holidays in Somerset. Somerset Regional Council’s School Holiday Program can now be accessed on Council’s new website...