Community

20 April 2024

Help Lions help the homeless

Their project idea involves helping out the Caboolture Neighbourhood Centre, which has a bus that helps out homeless people by bringing them to the centre, where they get a shower, food and a chance to launder their clothes. The Caboolture Lions are ...

20 April 2024

$16M funds towards reducing bills

Originally set at $10 million, the program’s funds now total $16 million due to its popularity. Approximately 1,000 more households will benefit, with rebates ranging from $3,000 to $4,000 for approved solar battery systems. Queenslanders who took up...

20 April 2024

Nominate a compassionate Aussie

The Humanity Award is a national search for Year 6 students who demonstrate compassion, integrity and kindness towards others. The Fred Awards recognise adult Australians who care for others in a decent, practical, and no-nonsense way – just like Fre...

19 April 2024

New Mayor addresses community

“I’m honoured to be your leader but am by no means a proud individual and would rather be known for being part of the 2024 councillor team that set Somerset on a trajectory that made it the envy of other councils,” Cr Wendt said. “We are in a unique ...

19 April 2024

April Artist of the Month

Larry’s collection included a diverse range of colourful landscapes and abstract art, and received positive feedback from the visiting public. Award-winning local artist Noela Lowien is our AOM for April! Noela is a descendant of several local famili...

19 April 2024

Brieschke re-elected as Deputy

Cr Brieschke said she was humbled to again be assigned to the role. “I would like to extend my thanks to my colleagues for voting me in this role and I look forward to the next four years,” Cr Brieschke said. “I will perform the role of Deputy Mayor ...

19 April 2024

Youth offences falling in first few months of 2024

Representatives from various agencies, including the Queensland Police Service, PCYC, and Department of Youth Justice, collaborated on early intervention and prevention strategies. The Queensland Police Service reported a 10.7% drop in overall youth ...

18 April 2024

Massive outbreak

The fi re was deemed a smoke hazard, as massive black clouds of smoke were spotted across the region. According to QFES the fire was caused by burning tyres in the back of the premises, with no injuries reported. The flames were contained to the buil...

18 April 2024

Youthfest fun

The community event, which took place at the Lowood State Primary School oval, featured live music, acrobatic performances, and workshops. Some of the highlights were the Big Wave Mechanical Surfboard, the Hungry Hungry Hippo, a Dunk Tank and Meltdow...