gatton

Gatton is a rural town in the Lockyer Valley region of South East Queensland, Australia. It is the administrative centre of the Lockyer Valley Region and lies about 100 kilometers west of Brisbane. The town sits near the foothills of the Great Dividing Range and along the catchments of Lockyer Creek.

The local economy is driven by agriculture, with vegetables, dairy, fruit, and grains produced in the surrounding valley. Gatton functions as a service and market town for farmers in the district and has diversified into education, research, and light industry to support the agricultural sector and local residents.

A key feature of Gatton is the University of Queensland Gatton Campus, which has its origins in the Queensland Agricultural College established in the late 19th century. The campus is a major centre for agricultural science and veterinary science, offering teaching, research, and industry partnerships.

Historically, Gatton developed in the late 1800s alongside railway expansion and regional government administration. The town includes historic buildings, a regional council facility, and community events such as markets and local festivals that reflect its agricultural heritage.

Gatton has a temperate climate with hot summers and mild winters, supporting year-round farming in the valley.