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A few thousand litres of paint could significantly boost the economy, create a new tourism drawcard and complete an already-expanding Lockyer Valley town.
The four silos in Forest Hill are the perfect blank canvas with painters lining up to tackle the project.
But painting four silos isn’t as easy as whipping out a bucket of Dulux and a brush, with the proposed Inland Rail project, different landholders and the need for a perfect design all contributing to the puzzle.
The local silo project has been in the pipeline for several years, with the Forest Hill Community Development Association pushing the plan.
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A few thousand litres of paint could significantly boost the economy, create a new tourism drawcard and complete an already-expanding Lockyer Valley town.
The four silos in Forest Hill are the perfect blank canvas with painters lining up to tackle the project.
But painting four silos isn’t as easy as whipping out a bucket of Dulux and a brush, with the proposed Inland Rail project, different landholders and the need for a perfect design all contributing to the puzzle.
The local silo project has been in the pipeline for several years, with the Forest Hill Community Development Association pushing the plan.
GATTON BAKEHOUSE Long Tran, the owner of the new Gatton Bakehouse, in the Gatton Square, with his famous Vietnamese roll. Photo: Ali Kuchel Gatton s newest bakery has been inundated with support in its first months, leaving owner Long Tran almost lost for words. Mr Tran and his wife Van, opened the Gatton Bakehouse in November, in the Gatton Square plaza. Having worked as a patisserie baker and head chef, Mr Tran decided to open in Gatton after getting a warm welcome from the community. He spent three months renovating the space in what he described as a big project . His specialty is the Vietnamese bread roll, which takes more time and patience to create.
GATTON BAKEHOUSE Long Tran, the owner of the new Gatton Bakehouse, in the Gatton Square, with his famous Vietnamese roll. Photo: Ali Kuchel Gatton s newest bakery has been inundated with support in its first months, leaving owner Long Tran almost lost for words. Mr Tran and his wife Van, opened the Gatton Bakehouse in November, in the Gatton Square plaza. Having worked as a patisserie baker and head chef, Mr Tran decided to open in Gatton after getting a warm welcome from the community. He spent three months renovating the space in what he described as a big project . His specialty is the Vietnamese bread roll, which takes more time and patience to create.
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Subscriber only A GLOBAL pandemic may have sent some global businesses spiralling, but in the Lockyer Valley, young business owners have reported their busiest years on record. And for some, this year, during the pandemic, they bit the bullet and decided to open up shop. The
Gatton Star has spoken to five young business owners who against all odds thrived in a difficult economc climate, and discovered what s involved in running a business, and what they love about working for themselves. Our first story starts in Laidley, where two businesses share the one space, working together pursuing their individual passions.