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Toogoolawah tree lighting sets stage

TOOGOOLAWAH is gearing up for one of its biggest festive celebrations of the year, with the Toogoolawah Christmas Tree Carnival set to transform Cressbrook Street into a family-friendly Christmas wonderland on Saturday, December 13.Running from 4.30...

The great art of ag shows shines

SOMERSET’S four agricultural shows are being immortalised in an ambitious new exhibition at The Condensery, where ten local artists have spent months documenting everything from animal judging to sideshow alley in a bid to prompt viewers to re...

Alkira investigation confirms service issues

THE Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has confirmed it has identified issues related to the care and services being provided at Alkira Toogoolawah, following a second unannounced visit at the facility on November 18 and 19.This comes after the...

Toogoolawah Class of 2025

Esk Choir brings in 35th festive show

THE countdown to Christmas is officially on, and the Esk Community Choir is inviting residents to step into the festive season at its 35th annual Christmas Concert, set for Sunday, December 7. This year’s celebration promises an extra burst of energy...

Esk students are smart buyers

YOUNG innovators from Esk State School have been recognised on the state stage, taking out 3rd place in the Years 4–6 category of Queensland’s 2025 Buy Smart Competition. Esk students Maggie and Indie were joined by Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklingt...

Childcare traffic fears

A NEW childcare facility has been approved by Somerset Council for Settlers Rise at Woolmar, as concerns of local residents persist over increased traffic in the area. The 700sqm facility will be located at the entrance of Hedley Park Estate, opp...

Green light for Energex depot

SOMERSET Regional Council has approved a proposed new Energex depot in Esk, marking the end of a long planning process, including a court battle between Council and the energy giant. The new facility, to be built at 5305 Brisbane Valley Highway, will...

Storm slams 150th Esk celebration

PREMIER David Crisafulli visited Esk State School this week after the school’s 150th anniversary celebration was hit by a violent hailstorm on Saturday, November 1. Nine people were hospitalised with serious injuries in the storm, while dozens of...