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A significant sporting milestone was celebrated in the Somerset region on 31 August, with the Esk Tennis Club marking 130 years of operation in the region.
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A significant sporting milestone was celebrated in the Somerset region on 31 August, with the Esk Tennis Club marking 130 [...]
Superior Irrigation Services commemorated its 20th milestone on 31 August with exclusive one-day discounts eagerly claimed by customers, alongside expert advice from the companyās leading suppliers.
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Superior Irrigation Services commemorated its 20th milestone on 31 August with exclusive one-day discounts eagerly claimed by customers, alongside expert [...]
Sophia College held a very special Twilight Markets and Bush Dance on Friday night, 30 August, just in time to celebrate Fatherās Day.
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The brand new Lockyer Waters Community Centre opened its doors to the public on Saturday, 31 August.
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The brand new Lockyer Waters Community Centre opened its doors to the public on Saturday, 31 August. The community hall [...]
The University of Queensland Gatton Campus marked a significant milestone on 29 August, marking the 80th anniversary of the US Army returning the college after occupying it as a military hospital.
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The University of Queensland Gatton Campus marked a significant milestone on 29 August, marking the 80th anniversary of the US [...]
The Lockyer Valley State Emergency Service (SES) has been awarded the prestigious Unit of the Year Award in recognition of its outstanding response to the devastating hailstorm that struck the region on 23 December, 2023.
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The Lockyer Valley State Emergency Service (SES) has been awarded the prestigious Unit of the Year Award in recognition of [...]
Cahill Park Sports Complex became the hub for the regionās major sporting clubs on 31 August, as Lockyer Valley Regional Council hosted its Summer Sports Bash to generate excitement for the upcoming summer sports season.
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Cahill Park Sports Complex became the hub for the regionās major sporting clubs on 31 August, as Lockyer Valley Regional [...]
Itās set to be a fun and inclusive day focused on sport and active recreation when The Abilities Unleashed initiative arrives in the Lockyer Valley on 10 September.
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Itās set to be a fun and inclusive day focused on sport and active recreation when The Abilities Unleashed initiative [...]
Those who attended the Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Collaborativeās recent information sessions have been urged to identify their future potential water demand, with the deadline now extended to 20 September and assistance available to complete the Round 3 Demand Form.
Those who attended the Lockyer Valley and Somerset Water Collaborativeās recent information sessions have been urged to identify their future [...]
The Brisbane Valley Highway, fire ants and 2032 Olympics are on the agenda for Somerset Regional Councilās State Government Election Advocacy Plan 2024.
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The Brisbane Valley Highway, fire ants and 2032 Olympics are on the agenda for Somerset Regional Councilās State Government Election [...]
Lutheran Servicesā Tabeel Aged Care in Laidley is celebrating its platinum anniversary, marking 70 years of supporting and caring for seniors in the Lockyer Valley.
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Lutheran Servicesā Tabeel Aged Care in Laidley is celebrating its platinum anniversary, marking 70 years of supporting and caring for [...]
The Electrical Trades Unions (ETU) says Somerset Regional Council is playing the āpolitical blame gameā over the proposed Esk Energex depot.
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The Electrical Trades Unions (ETU) says Somerset Regional Council is playing the āpolitical blame gameā over the proposed Esk Energex [...]
The Esk Catholic Parish warmly invites the public to join a concert and lunch fundraiser on 8 September to raise funds to paint the historic St. Melās Catholic Church Hall.
The Esk Catholic Parish warmly invites the public to join a concert and lunch fundraiser on 8 September to raise [...]
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BEATING THE HEAT IN SOMERSET A grant from the Australian Government to provide shade trees within Somerset towns has been [...]
Jim McDonald says there are plenty of money pots to pull from in order to save the Laidley Saleyards.
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Jim McDonald says there are plenty of money pots to pull from in order to save the Laidley Saleyards. The [...]
Stay up to date with the latest Lockyer Valley Regional Council highlights.
LAIDLEY SPRING FESTIVAL The Laidley Spring Festival is on from 6-8 September. Teeming with festival fun for all ages, thereās [...]
More than $29 million in Federal Government Roads to Recovery funding will be delivered to projects in Blair over the next five years.
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More than $29 million in Federal Government Roads to Recovery funding will be delivered to projects in Blair over the [...]
Kilcoy Art Society Incās next Artist of the Month is bringing her vibrant and high key colours to the Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery during September.
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Kilcoy Art Society Incās next Artist of the Month is bringing her vibrant and high key colours to the Kilcoy [...]
Kids and adults alike are set to be wowed by the eclectic mix of decorative floats at this year's Laidley Street Parade.
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Kids and adults alike are set to be wowed by the eclectic mix of decorative floats, farm machinery, vintage cars [...]
A broken leg could not deter Queen Col Anderson from taking the adventure of a lifetime and celebrating the 100th anniversary of the final Cobb and Co mail run.
A broken leg could not deter Queen Col Anderson from taking the adventure of a lifetime and celebrating the 100th [...]
As of 25 August, 188 lives have been lost on Queensland Roads, compared to 176 at the same time last year.
Despite making up only five per cent of road users, motorcyclists are significantly over-represented in crash fatalities.
With a highlight on motorcyclist safety, Queensland Police Service launched Operation Whiskey Rider to combat an increase in trauma. The [...]
Find out what's happening at our local saleyards.
BEAUDESERT SALEYARDS Saturday 24 August 2024 Santa Steers hit $1720 at Beaudesert Agents Bartholomew and Co reported a much dearer [...]
Check out the latest sports results from across the region.
BOWLS TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB On Tuesday 20th August we held our Annual Police Charity Day. With seven rinks and plenty [...]
Foodies and music lovers will enjoy an evening under the twinkling lights with live music, foods trucks, and a boutique makers market when Twilight Feast and Fest returns to the Laidley Recreational Reserve on Friday, 6 September.
Foodies and music lovers will enjoy an evening under the twinkling lights with live music, foods trucks, and a boutique [...]
The Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board hopped in to Gatton for their most recent board meeting, speaking with Lockyer Valley Regional Councillors last week,
The Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board hopped in to Gatton for their most recent board meeting, speaking with Lockyer Valley Regional [...]
Some of the regionās finest runners will be out to win big on 7 September, with thousands up for grabs in the race for the Mulgowie Gift at the Mulgowie Cricket Ground.
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Some of the region's finest runners will be out to win big on 7 September, with thousands up for grabs [...]
Ipswich City Council Division 4 Councillor David Cullen has resigned from his role for health reasons, effective Friday 30 August.
Ipswich City Council Division 4 Councillor David Cullen has resigned from his role for health reasons, effective Friday 30 August. [...]
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Transport and Main Roads are celebrating 40 years of school crossing safety, and we would love to feature some of our region's dedicated school crossing supervisors in an upcoming edition.
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Dyno Nobel officially opened its state-of-the-art, fully automated electronic detonator plant at its Helidon manufacturing site on 27 August.
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Dyno Nobel officially opened its state-of-the-art, fully automated electronic detonator plant at its Helidon manufacturing site on 27 August. The [...]
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YOUR TOWN FIRST PRIZE DRAW The Independent general manager Bruce Horrocks was joined by Somerset Regional Council Mayor Graeme Lehmanm and Councillor Jason Wendt to draw the first three Your Town $1,000 gift card winners this afternoon at Minden State School's Summer Festival. Congratulations to the first three winners! The final three winners will be drawn December 15, so there's still plenty of time to get your entries in. Visit tlsindependent.com/yourtown2023 for more details. * SHOP LOCAL * EAT LOCAL * BUY LOCAL * SUPPORT LOCAL *
CALLING ALL MUSICIANS! Montville Lane Sessions are holding Pop-Up Recording Sessions at the Somerset Civic Centre from November 3rd to 5th. This is your opportunity for free recording sessions where you will be provided access to industry standard digital multi-track recording, mixing and mastering. Make sure to grab upcoming editions of The Independent for further details. #somersetregionalcouncil #somersetciviccentre #experiencesomerset #Music #Recordingstudio
PRIZE DRAW The Lockyer & Somerset Independent, in conjunction with Lockyer Trailers, would like to thank all readers for their participation & entries into The Independent Great Trailer Giveaway Competiton. We received a record number of entries, and thank our readers, along with Derek Pingel of Lockyer Trailers for his kind donation of the grand prize. Congratulations prize winner K. Mundt on your new trailer!
Harvest-ival 2023 Best Original Song winner Sammy Morgan from Coominya recording her track 'The Revolution Song' at The Barn Recording Studio in the Lockyer Valley. More in the upcoming edition of The Independent, out Wednesday March 29.
YOUR TOWN FIRST DRAW Somerset Mayor Graeme Lehmann joined The Independent to draw the first three Your Town prize winners at Somerset Regional Council's Fernvale Explore Centre. Congratulations to the lucky winners! They have each won $1000 which they can spend at Your Town participating businesses across the region. The final draw will be held on December 16 at the Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival. Start shopping now to increase your chance to win!
Congratulations to the first three winners of Your Town! The second three winners will be drawn on December 17. Keep shopping local to go in the draw!
