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Four busy roads and intersections are poised to undergo safety enhancements as a result of Council securing funding from the Australian Government's Black Spot Program.

A major upgrade to Stanage Bay Road between the Bruce Highway and the Army Access gate is now complete, thanks to the Australian Government’s Roads of Strategic Importance (ROSI) initiative.

Council is pleased to announce that Round 2 of its recently revitalised Event Sponsorship Program is now open!

The Hub was transitioned into activation mode today as part of an annual training exercise for emergency services agencies and Council staff to ensure preparedness as our region moves into bushfire, storm and cyclone season.

Council is considering available options to determine the best and most appropriate use of Lot 48 Emu Park Road, Emu Park, known as Emu Park Airstrip, and is looking for community input.

Livingstone Shire Council is once again teaming up with Ian Weigh Toyota and Planet Ark for National Tree Day 2023 and is encouraging residents to roll up their sleeves, get their hands dirty and have fun while making a big impact at this year’s planting day.

Livingstone Shire Libraries, in collaboration with the Yeppoon Information Centre and the Farnborough Store, has installed two new Street Libraries in Yeppoon, enriching the community's access to books, and fostering a spirit of sharing, and learning.

I am aware of some posts circulating on social media that suggest that Council is “proceeding with an application to the Queensland State Government to convert Flinders Park into freehold land”.

Council is inviting Livingstone seniors to say “Aloha” next month and join in a wide range of exciting activities and events on offer as part of the Hawaiian-themed Celebrating Tropical Seniors!

Getting to school will be a little easier for students attending Taranganba State School thanks to a Livingstone Shire Council project commencing on Monday, 24th of July.

In an effort to foster closer ties and liaise on matters affecting the development industry at both local and higher levels, Council has resolved to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Urban Development Institute of Australia, Central Queensland Branch (UDIA).

Livingstone Shire Council has installed several seats along Marine Parade, generously built and donated by Mr Frank Green from Emu Park, for the community to enjoy.

Livingstone Shire Council is asking for the community’s help and participation in protecting the beauty and tranquillity of Cocoanut Beach and Zilzie Beach from illegal four-wheel driving.

Livingstone Shire Council is taking further steps to safeguard the Great Barrier Reef with the introduction of its new Reef Guardian Action Plan 2023-2026.

As the winter months bring a cool change to the region, open air fires can become more frequent across our back yards, which can lead to Council receiving complaints relating to smoke nuisance.