Lowood to Fernvale

27 February 2026

End-of-life info session in Fernvale

Fernvale seniors and carers have a chance to take part in a series of end-of-life care planning sessions being rolled out across Somerset. Somerset Regional Council will host three “Last Aid for Seniors” information sessions through its In Good Compa...

27 February 2026

Lowood sets State standard

Lowood Kindergarten has earned state recognition after being selected to feature in a Queensland Government professional learning video highlighting best practice in early childhood education. The kindergarten appears in the Queensland Curriculum and...

11 February 2026

Mature trees underway for Somerset

Somerset Council has accepted tenders for the supply and maintenance of mature trees, allowing for cooler and greener spaces throughout Kilcoy and Lowood town centres. Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the tree plantings were a key item in both the Kil...

10 February 2026

Lowood golf

Results for Tuesday 27 January 2026 Single Stableford – P Cattanach claimed victory with an impressive 40 points. D Olsen finished runner-up on 38. Best round performances were recorded by L Greinke and M Blackley on 37, followed by A Warren on 36, w...

4 February 2026

Fast-tracking 2000 new Fernvale homes

Fernvale is set for a major housing and infrastructure boost, with a multi-million-dollar investment set to unlock land for up to 2000 new homes and transform access across the growing township. Backed by funding from the State Government’s $2 billio...

30 January 2026

Helping the trail beat the heat

New equipment is set to significantly boost volunteer efforts along Lowood’s section of the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, easing the challenge of maintaining the popular corridor through the region’s hottest months. West Moreton Landcare has recently p...

30 January 2026

Artist sought for aquatic mural

SOMERSET Regional Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from Somerset and South East Queensland artists to deliver a public artwork for the Somerset Fish Habitat Revitalisation Project. The project is an initiative of Resilient Rivers Sou...

20 January 2026

Bikes, BBQ and Australia Day fun

Cyclists of all ages are being invited to take part in the ninth Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Australia Day Bike Ride, with organisers promising a scenic and family-friendly event to mark the national day. The annual ride, organised by the Brisbane Val...

19 January 2026

New Year welcome brews at Core Café

Core Café is welcoming the New Year with the same warmth, friendliness and community spirit that has made it a much-loved Fernvale favourite — and there’s a seat waiting for everyone, including the family dog. Located along the Brisbane Valley Highwa...