Community

18 August 2025

Leaf-imprint clay dish workshop

Participants will use soft, air-dry clay to shape a dish inspired by nature, imprinting designs with leaves for a unique and personal finish. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own leaves from home for a special touch, or choose from a selection...

18 August 2025

Bomb shelter calls for 2026 art exhibit

Built in the 1940s as a repository for archives during World War II, The Condensery’s bomb shelter now serves as a unique, darkened and minimalistic exhibition space. Somerset Regional Council Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee member, Dep...

18 August 2025

QPS encourages PoliceLink over 000

Between 1 January and 30 June 2025, QPS emergency call takers handled 488,096 inbound calls, marking an 8.53 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024. Of these, more than 93 per cent (453,764) were Triple Zero (000) emergencies, reflecti...

17 August 2025

Scones, stories and sisterhood

Sconversation Day is a cherished tradition that brings people together over a warm scone and a cup of tea or coffee, encouraging friendly chats and a relaxing morning in good company. Guests were treated to a delicious spread of homemade scones, both...

17 August 2025

Lowood SES headquarters expansion now underway

Contractor Daniel Banditt Constructions started work on the $570,000 project on Monday, 4 August. Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the Lowood SES Group was growing steadily in volunteer numbers. “This 150sqm expansion will increase the headquarters’ f...

17 August 2025

Homeless action now

The findings, made using homelessness data from Micah Projects, were released last week at the Brisbane Zero forum, and highlighted that addressing homelessness requires tackling both personal challenges like addiction, mental illness, and domestic v...

17 August 2025

Chrissie in July raises funds for Toogoolawah

The afternoon combined spirited bridge play with a festive feast, featuring Christmas-inspired dishes lovingly prepared by Shan Hamson, the hotel owner and one of the club’s founding members. The event aimed to raise funds for Toogoolawah’s annual Ch...

16 August 2025

Kilcoy RSL honours volunteer photographer

Mel has been a dedicated member of the Kilcoy RSL for over 15 years, generously donating her time and talent to capture memorable moments at commemorative days, functions, fundraising events, and other significant occasions. Her remarkable photograph...

16 August 2025

Roundtable sparks fresh ideas to boost Blair

The forum aimed to explore practical ideas to boost productivity and economic resilience in Ipswich, the Somerset Region, and surrounding areas. Presentations from RACQ and Suncorp highlighted the critical role of transport connectivity, efficient in...