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Explore the Logan region with a Halcyon local

HALCYON’S PROJECT MANAGER - COMMERCIAL PROJECTS ERIN MACKIE LOVES LOGAN AND HAS LIVED IN THE AREA ALL OF HER LIFE. CHECK OUT HER TIPS FOR EXPLORING THE REGION.

What do you love about the Logan area?

The community, parklands and surrounding areas. The Logan area is just convenient, it offers a lifestyle that I think a lot of people are craving with open space and a strong sense of community and is still so centrally located to Brisbane, Gold Coast and the Scenic Rim all within a 30 minute drive. Being just on the outskirts of the Scenic Rim we have some amazing places to explore on our doorstep.

How would you describe the region in three words?

Picturesque, abundant and welcoming.

How long have you lived there?

I have been living in Jimboomba for five years however have had an affiliation with the Scenic Rim and adjoining areas my whole life. I was lucky enough to grow up on acreage near Mount Tamborine (Guanaba) so this lifestyle is entrenched into me.

What do you like to do on a weekend?

Explore and get outdoors. There is so much to do and see on the weekends. We have an amazing community who rally to support local businesses with farmers markets, events, wineries and plenty to do and see! I would recommend following @visitscenicrim on Instagram as they showcase a lot of what our area has to offer!

In regards to your job and your role in creating Halcyon Rise, can you summarise what you have done? What were you trying to create? Why is Rise so special?

I’ve been lucky enough to be involved with Halcyon Rise from very early stages. My key role has been within design and delivery of our lifestyle facilities. These include the Sales Office, Walrus and Entry statement along with the facilities that are due to start construction later this year. Rise is situated on 100 acres of farming land. This gives us a unique opportunity to deliver some beautiful open space and pay homage to its history. The ‘Walrus’ and inclusion of the property’s iconic windmill at our entry was a big part of this.

ERIN’S LOGAN favourites

Best coffee?

There are some amazing spots to visit, my favourite local cafe is Café on Cusack in Jimboomba. However when at Halcyon Rise I’ll grab my morning pick me up from Café Haven. I’m happy to say we have some great options. There are so many to pick from depending what you are after and if you want to make a day of it. Jimboomba House has a great breakfast/lunch/dinner menu. Café on Cusack for breakfast as it has two gorgeous shops close by to explore, Feather Road and Folk and Co.

Logan Village Hotel, Fitzy’s Waterford and the Bearded Dragon are great for a pub meal. The Overflow Estate 1895 is stunning for lunch or an afternoon cheese platter and wine. Canungra has some great options, Ginga Ninja sushi for lunch/dinner, The Hub Café or Café Metz for Breaky and the local pub is good too. O’Reilly’s at Canungra is a beautiful spot to visit during the week (not as busy) has a gorgeous creek and Alpacas to play with. Sarrabah Estate Winery – one of my favourite spots!!! Grab a picnic, explore the winery, they also have three resident Alpaca’s you can feed and also run a monthly Sunday yoga. Great to visit anytime. Tamborine Mountain’s Three Little Pig’s is worth a visit for dinner.

Favourite spot and why?

I have three; 1. Lillybrook Camping Area (Western Trail Head) I have horses so this offers beautiful trails and hikes through to Wyaralong Dam but most importantly this is where my hubby and I said I do! 2. Morans Falls at O’Reilly’s is probably the most amazing short hike and offers incredible access to the most beautiful waterfall. 3. Beechmont’s Rosin’s Lookout with coffee and breaky at the Flying Bean Café – absolutely stunning spot.