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Livingstone Shire Council has officially adopted its 2025–26 Annual Budget, one that positions the region for sustainable growth, improved infrastructure, and enhanced community services.

Livingstone Shire is inviting community feedback on amendments to Councils Local Government Infrastructure Plan (LGIP).

Livingstone Shire Council has kicked off a proactive and sustainable Coconut Tree Management Project, designed to enhance public safety, reduce potential hazards, and explore creative community uses f

Livingstone Shire Council is taking bold steps to support long-term housing supply, following the Qld Government’s approval of a new TLPI to unlock growth in key areas across the Shire.

Council is proud to announce it has won Initiative of the Year at the Small Business Friendly (SBF) Program Awards 2025 and was also named a finalist for Regional Member of the Year.

The project to replace the Doonside Bridge has been successfully completed, delivering a brand-new concrete bridge to replace the ageing timber structure.

Livingstone Shire Council is reassuring residents that the issue of overgrown grass along major roads is being actively managed, with all available resources being deployed to address the situation.

A safer, more accessible journey to school is now a reality for students, families, and residents near Yeppoon State School, thanks to a fully funded $215,500 upgrade under the Queensland Government’

Council is bringing the laughs to Yeppoon Town Hall on Friday 11 July, proudly hosting the Melbourne Comedy Showcase – a night of top-tier stand-up comedy set to delight local audiences.

Festival of Small Halls returns to Emu Park and makes its debut at The Caves this July, bringing world-class folk music and a special opening set by local artist Ben Brady.

Council is proud to announce it has been named a finalist in two prestigious categories — Regional Member of the Year and Initiative of the Year — in the Small Business Friendly Program Awards 2025!

Council is proud to celebrate National Volunteer Week 2025 and express heartfelt appreciation to the hundreds of dedicated volunteers who give their time to support our community week in and week out.

Livingstone Shire Council has formally endorsed the naming of the new Cooee Bay Aquatic Centre as the Capricorn Coast Brian Dorey OAM Aquatic Centre.

Council was thrilled to officially welcome the region’s newest residents – its beautiful babies – at a heart-warming community celebration held today, Friday 16 May, at Yeppoon Town Hall.

Council proudly hosted a special event today at Yeppoon Library, unveiling Why Elle Spoke Up, a powerful new children’s book, as part of Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month.