Somerset Groups Share In Most Recent Community Grants
Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald has passed on his congratulations to the electorate’s latest successful applicants to Round 102 of the Community Benefit Gambling Fund. ‘In round 102, clubs and…
Clarity for Trucks on the Toowoomba Bypass
The long-awaited opening of the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing on the 8th of September, has resulted in a few changes for transport operators in the Lockyer Valley. While for some…
Giving Seniors a Helping Hand
Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald says many Somerset Seniors may not be receiving many of the Government rebates they’re eligible for. “Queensland’s Seniors have spent their whole lives contributing to…
Co-Operation Gets Results for Local Roads
Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald was delighted to see the Department of Transport and Main Road’s recent announcement of a $1.56 Million upgrade for the Brisbane Valley Highway through Fernvale.…
Lockyer and Toowoomba Rural Fire Brigades Fighting to Survive!
A Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES) map shows that the State Government intends on expanding the Toowoomba Levy District to include a further 6,456 properties, effectively wiping out Murphy’s…
Promising News for Somerset Recyclers
Somerset residents keen to take part in the Queensland Government’s Container Exchange Scheme can be assured that Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald is fighting to secure a permanent collection point…
Businesses Urged to Help in the Fight for Our Farmers
Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald MP is calling on all business owners to write a submission opposing the Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy’s proposed amendments to the Central…