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Over $50,000 will soon be dispersed across fourteen (14) not-for-profit community groups and sporting clubs within Livingstone Shire, following Council endorsement yesterday

The construction of Olive Dorey Dog Park on Clayton Road, Yeppoon, will soon re-commence following further consultation with Livingstone residents.

In an effort to reduce the effects of dust and prevention of gravel wash outs on the Shire’s rural road network, Council will hold its first trial using the advanced technology of liquid soil stabilisers in Livingstone this week.

The development of a new Resource Recovery Centre at Yeppoon’s Landfill has commenced, thanks to funding from the Queensland Government’s Resource Recovery Industry Development Program (RRIDP)

Emu Park’s main street will soon be home to a new purpose-built single storey community arts centre.  

In an important step forward for the Causeway Lake Revitalisation Project, a study into the feasibility of dredging the popular lake has commenced. 

Community members across Livingstone Shire and surrounds have been invited to have their say about what events and activities they would like Council to deliver over peak holiday periods.

Livingstone Shire Council’s arts and culture 2021 calendar is filling up with some exciting performances coming to the region throughout April to November! 

The first stage of works is underway on the major project of sealing 39.7 kilometres of Stanage Bay Road.

A series of free community workshops, hosted by Livingstone Shire Council’s Community Centre, will kick-off in April for local residents of all ages.

An artist in every sense, Yeppoon based singer songwriter WĪLMA LĀ will be bringing flavours of Europe and the Middle East into her rich piano and brass based soulful vocal filled soundscapes when she launches her debut album this month!

Kerr Park’s signature playground on Emu Park’s beloved foreshore now showcases art and public sculpture.

While the recent wet weather has been a welcome change for the region, residents are being urged to take care around the home and implement measures to safeguard themselves ahead of the expected increase in mosquito numbers. 

Livingstone Shire Council is urging residents to check in on their neighbours on Neighbour Day on March 28.

Council has resolved to commence public consultation for consideration of a ‘No Plastic Straw Policy in Livingstone Shire’, following a moving deputation last week by eight-year-old Charlie Erlewein.