Community

12 April 2024

Residents to prepare for Anzac

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann said Ipswich and the Somerset Region had a proud history of military service, and Anzac Day was an opportunity for the local community to remember those from the region who had given so much for our nation. “It...

12 April 2024

Meet your new Mayor

Amongst Mayor Wendt’s first issues to tackle is the roads, with the faulty, degraded Somerset roads being a recurring issue raised during the campaign period. “During the campaign, roads were a big issue for our region,” he said. “I’m keen to talk to...

12 April 2024

Kilcoy Medical Centre sale

Dr Doolan has thanked the Kilcoy community for all their support, guaranteeing the new owners will continue their hard work. “We wish to express our gratitude to the people of Kilcoy for supporting our medical practice for the past almost 45 years.” ...

11 April 2024

Lions Youth of the Year

The competition involved five entrants who had triumphed in their respective areas, with the entrants including Adam Canavan from Lowood State High School and Eloise Alderson from Toogoolawah State High School. The other entrants were Angus Green fro...

11 April 2024

Woodford’s wreath design

The members have the chance to dive into their inner creativity, designing wreaths of purple poppies in remembrance of animals that lost their lives at war. Often referred to as the Animal Poppy, the purple poppy is a reminder of the deeds and sacrif...

11 April 2024

Pest oyster found in Moreton Bay and Brisbane waterways

The Suminoe oyster (Magallana ariakensis) has been detected at Bribie Island, Boggy Creek, Pinkenba (near the mouth of the Brisbane river) and Kedron Brook. It was first detected in 2023, but the species identification was not confirmed until recentl...

10 April 2024

Esk local wins inaugural award

Graeme received the award from EJC secretary Sharon Cowley at the EJC last Thursday while another attendee was Graeme’s wife Carmel, the club president. The award arose as Racing Queensland – with Neil Mansell Transport & Mittys – wanted to highlight...

10 April 2024

Youthfest is on this Friday

This community event is for young people aged 12+ in Lowood and surrounds. Parents are also welcome to attend. Entry to the event is free, with gates opening at 11.30am. Main stage entertainment commences at 12pm and features high energy acrobatic pe...

10 April 2024

Warning over dodgy tradies

The OFT received multiple complaints from consumers who paid Mr Hawxwell for building services across Brisbane and the Gold Coast which he failed to provide, including retaining walls, fencing, and decking. Mr Hawxwell also operates businesses called...