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Somerset Regional Council Meeting Highlights – 22 July 2026

Published on 24 July 2026

- Budget increased for tree offset planting program
- New strategic plan to guide Somerset Libraries
- Strong uptake of Excellence Bursaries in June
- Arts and culture experts join advisory committee
- Refreshed Financial Hardship Policy supports ratepayers
- Toogoolawah farewells Sergeant John Cumner
- Kilcoy Christmas Carnival returns for 2026

New visitor guide showcases Somerset’s simple pleasures

Published on 24 July 2026

Tourism is booming in Somerset, with more people choosing to spend their holidays exploring the region.
The launch of a new visitor guide and destination video follows Toogoolawah being named Queensland’s Top Tiny Tourism Town for 2026, adding to the region’s growing reputation as a visitor destination.

Toogoolawah community celebrates tourism win

Published on 23 July 2026

Toogoolawah residents, businesses and community groups came together on Wednesday, 22 July to celebrate the tiny town’s win in a state-wide tourism competition.
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Events

In Good Company - Last Aid for Seniors

27 July 2026

Last Aid, presented by Palliative Care Queensland, is a course that supports the understanding of end of life care and the importance of planning ahead, relieving suffering and recognising dying as a natural part of life. Key topics include end of life planning, comfort measures and final goodbyes.

Movement to Music in Lowood

31 July 2026

Somerset Regional Council and its seniors connection program, In Good Company, has partnered with venue provider STAR Community Services to host fortnightly Movement to Music sessions.

Bookings required, with payment in cash required at the first session of each term. Please contact Council on (07) 5424 4000 to reserve your spot.

In Good Company - Midday Movies

02 August 2026

Midday Movies is a social activity of the In Good Company program

Somerset Seniors are invited to enjoy good company, morning tea and relive the classic movies of the 1950's, 60's, 70's and 80's.

Morning Tea from 10:30am
Movie starts at 11:30am

Bookings essential, contact Council on 5424 4000.
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Somerset Garden Competition

Entries are now open for the 2026 Somerset Garden Competition.

Our Budget

Learn about Somerset Regional Council's 2026-2027 Budget.

EWN Discontinuation Announcement

Council will discontinue its use of the Early Warning Network (EWN) service on 31 August 2026.

Somerset Stories

A new online platform hosting a collection of historical images, documents and audiovisual items.

eNotices

Ditch the paper and receive your rates notices via your email.

Apply for Grants

Access grants and funding opportunities available in Somerset.

Local Supplier Register

Sign up to be a local supplier for Council.

Support Our Somerset

By shopping locally, you're helping to promote and strengthen the economic fabric of our region.

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