Esk blossoms for its garden showcase
Esk’s annual Valley of the Lakes Garden Fair made a vibrant comeback on Saturday, 21 June, featuring over 100 stalls dedicated to plants, garden...
Councillor Isidro announces resignation
Somerset Councillor Kylee Isidro announced her resignation as an elected member of Somerset Regional Council at the Ordinary Meeting on Wednesday, 18 June.
Cr Isidro...
Works to kick off on Laidley connection road
Lockyer Valley Regional Council will soon begin works on a full reconstruction of Old Laidley Forest Hill Road.
The project will see a 340-metre section...
Somerset garden glory
It’s time for Somerset’s green thumbs to shine, with the return of the popular Somerset Garden Competition in 2025. Entries open in mid-July, inviting...
65 years of true love
Gatton couple Ruth and Frank Clissold recently celebrated an extraordinary milestone — 65 years of marriage — surrounded by family, laughter and decades of...
Somerset rates up 3.5%
Somerset Regional Council has adopted its $114 million budget for the 2025–2026 financial year, focusing on infrastructure investment, essential services, and supporting the region’s...
Crafted with purpose
For more than two decades, Forest Hill craftsman John Lowther has been quietly shaping timber into intricate lace-making tools known as bobbins — a...
Gatton Auto: 80 Years
When Rob Wilson saw the roof being replaced at Gatton Auto recently, a wave of memories hit him.
For most, it was a simple...
Firefighter’s epic journey for charity
A team of Marburg firefighters is gearing up for an extraordinary 370 km journey over six days from 30 June to raise funds to...
Lowood Show thrives
From frosts to fireworks, this year’s Lowood Show proved the resilience and vibrancy of rural life—led by dedicated volunteers, new community members, and a...
