Volume 61 August 2017
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CONTENTS OUR LOGAN, OUR CITY MAGAZINE Editorial enquiries: 3412 5284 or media@ logan.qld.gov.au Advertising enquiries: 3412 5176 or marketing@logan.qld. gov.au Managing Editor: Ben Travaini News Editor: Martin King Writers: Zoe Krieg Toby Walker Martin King Julie Brumfield-Jones Jacqui Donegan Sam Burgess Graphic Design: Shilpa Odmark and Vicky Fraser Front cover image: Ty Hermans, Evolve Group Managing Director, with the award winning Flow Hive. Photo: Newspix Produced by Logan City Council. None of the material in this publication may be reproduced without the permission of the Chief Executive Officer, Logan City Council.
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Substation 33 employment and innovation
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How do you get to Carnegie Hall?
Recollections from my childhood
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18 nbn rolls out in Logan
CITY OF LOGAN SAFE 30 CITY AWARDS
Safe City Award nominations open
MAYOR — Luke Smith
Say goodbye to cane toads
DIVISION 3 — Cr Steve Swenson
DIVISION 2 — Cr Russell Lutton
Representing the whole of the City of Logan.
DIVISION 7 — Cr Laurie Smith
DIVISION 5 — Cr Jon Raven
Representing Forestdale, Hillcrest, Boronia Heights and part of Greenbank, Park Ridge, Park Ridge South, Munruben and North Maclean.
DIVISION 1 — Cr Lisa Bradley
Representing Berrinba, Marsden, Loganlea and part of Waterford West and Crestmead.
DIVISION 11 — Cr Trevina Schwarz Representing Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Silverbark Ridge and Woodhill and part of Greenbank, Jimboomba, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub.
Representing Slacks Creek and part of Underwood, Springwood, Kingston, Tanah Merah, Loganholme and Daisy Hill.
Representing Woodridge, Logan Central and part of Kingston and Underwood.
Rochedale South
DIVISION 8 — Cr Cherie Dalley Representing Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park and part of Park Ridge.
Representing Priestdale, Rochedale South and part of Daisy Hill, Underwood and Springwood.
Browns Plains
Hillcrest Regents Park
Div 7
All content accurate as of 15 July 2017.
Boronia Heights
Div 3
Park Ridge
Div 6 Waterford
Logan Reserve
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are warned that the following pages may contain images of deceased persons.
Bethania
Waterford West
Div 8
Cornubia Tanah Merah
Loganlea
Marsden Crestmead
Shailer Park Meadowbrook
Div 5
Heritage Park
Greenbank
Daisy Hill
Slacks Creek
Kingston
Berrinba
Representing Shailer Park, Cornubia, Carbrook and part of Daisy Hill and Loganholme.
Springwood
Woodridge Logan Central
Forestdale
Div 1
Underwood
Div 2
DIVISION 10 — Cr Darren Power
Priestdale
Carbrook
Loganholme Eagleby
Edens Landing Holmview
Div 12 Beenleigh Mount Warren Park
Park Ridge South Bahrs Scrub
Buccan Chambers Flat
Munruben
New Beith
Windaroo Belivah Bannockburn
Div 9
North Maclean
Lyons
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Logan Village
Stockleigh
South Maclean
Silverbark Ridge
Div 11
Wolffdene
Div 4
Flagstone Monarch Glen Jimboomba area under review
Kairabah
Kagaru Jimboomba
Tamborine
Cedar Grove Cedar Vale
DIVISION 9 — Cr Phil Pidgeon Representing Logan Reserve, Chambers Flat, Stockleigh and part of Park Ridge, Crestmead, Waterford West, Park Ridge South, Munruben, North Maclean and South Maclean.
Cedar Creek
Yarrabilba
Flinders Lakes Undullah
DIVISION 12 — Cr Jennie Breene Representing Eagleby, Beenleigh and part of Mt Warren Park.
DIVISION 6 — Cr Stacey McIntosh Representing Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.
DIVISION 4 — Cr Laurie Koranski
Woodhill
Veresdale
Div 10
Veresdale Scrub
Mundoolun
Representing Bahrs Scrub, Buccan, Belivah, Bannockburn, Logan Village, Windaroo, Wolffdene, Yarrabilba, Kairabah, Mundoolun and part of Cedar Creek, Jimboomba, Mt Warren Park and Tamborine.
Note: This map includes suburbs that are to be gazetted as well as areas currently under review.
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A message from our Mayor Welcome to the August edition of Our Logan. There’s no greater evidence of Logan’s reputation as a city of the future than Substation 33 and the Evolve Group. Substation 33 is a community-led hub of ideas that also provides a valuable service to the community as you’ll see on page four. A collaborative project between Council, Griffith University students and Substation 33 recently won the National Award for Local Government in the Road Safety Category. The idea was a simple one, flood warning signs that come on automatically, but its execution by the various partners was a masterstroke of innovation. The signs were made with rescued e-waste and are activated by a solarpowered lithium battery. They transmit their vital message using a specifically-designed software system that requires no human interaction – something that could save lives in a flood emergency.
Logan also likes to have fun and there’s plenty of it around at the moment. If you’ve ever wondered what a poetry slam is like you’ll find out at the Logan Hyperdome Library. The two best poets will take part in the State Final later this month. For those who prefer a little bit more physical exertion there’s the sixth Parkrun at Greenbank’s Spring Mountain Reserve Park. For details on both events turn to pages 12 and 13. And if you know a great sportsperson who calls Logan home, please nominate them for the City of Logan Sports Awards. Past winners include the likes of Israel Folau and Alex Leipai. There’s also plenty of other activities and festivals on this month so there’s no need to be bored this winter. Construction Some of the members of Council’s Road the and Maintenance team who developed signs ng warni ed” Flood “Road award-winning
The Crestmead-based Evolve Group is also flying the innovation flag with a new take on an old idea. They were approached by father/son inventors Stuart and Cedar Anderson to manufacture their modern beehive.
Who will join Co rey Parker and Alex Leapai in Sporting Hall of Logans’s Fame at this ye ar’s sports award s?
Mayor Luke Smith City of Logan
Three hundred thousand units have now been sold to 127 countries, putting Logan’s smarts on the world stage. These organisations are also creating the jobs of the future and developing the skills of a modern workforce.
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Breaking down e-waste to recover batteries (l-r ) Nikita Dillon, Asleigh Patterson, Simon Gore, Bradley Clair and Che Mayes
FIRST BREAK combines employment and innovation Nestled in the backstreets of Kingston, in a quiet industrial area, a small army of volunteers working in a shed, strip down pallets of assorted electronic waste saved from becoming landfill. Further inside the shed, a scene resembling Santa’s workshop is in full swing, as a bank of 3D printers work quietly and methodically, churning out custom-designed parts for an array of innovative electronic devices being built on site and at local schools and universities. Welcome to Substation 33, an innovation company and unique social enterprise that recycles and repurposes e-waste — and turns lives around. Social Enterprise Manager for Substation 33, Tony Sharp, is employed by YFS, a not for profit organisation, that assists high needs individuals and families in Logan to help them achieve their goals. “More than 40 people have gone onto other employment outcomes in the past six months, after starting here on their own volition as volunteers,” Tony said.
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“We provide a foot in the door and a transition to employment, helping people prove their reliability, develop their skills and confidence and their overall employability, regardless of education or disability.
We’re what the industry calls first break, disassembling screws or clips — there’s no heating, grinding or welding.
“We help people become work-ready and find long term employment outcomes.
“That enables us to extract as much value as we can from the e-waste but we can also engage a wider range of people.
“Some of our volunteers started here as trainees or on work for the dole programs — and they leave here with experience and a reference that I will stake my reputation on.” Substation 33 also works with local high schools, providing hi-tech learning opportunities for students learning a range of disciplines. “We design 3D printers and have sold 25 kits to local schools. The woodwork and metalwork students build the printers, then the computer science students program them, which then enables the graphics students to print off their designs. “At Park Ridge State High School we’ve duplicated Substation 33 processes where we train high needs special education students to recover e-waste,” Tony said.
“We employ a small number of permanent staff, some of whom started as volunteers. We provide work experience opportunities and traineeships for seven local schools, that have some very bright students, who work on coding and CAD designs.” Tony said a growing number of Substation 33’s projects were the result of partnerships with local organisations. “We’re now doing research and development with the Logan City Council, State and Federal Governments and philanthropic partners to develop innovative technologies, and manufacture low cost working prototypes,” he said.
Road Flooded sign takes out national award One of Substation 33’s success stories has resulted from a partnership with Logan City Council and Griffith University.
When the road floods, a float switch triggers a radio signal to the signs which flash the warning ‘ROAD FLOODED’. The signs also send text and email messages when activated. This facilitates the updating of Council’s internet warning system — the Disaster Dashboard at disaster@logan.qld.gov. au, to provide warning of road closures.
The Council’s automated ‘Road Flooded’ warning system was recently awarded the National Award for Local Government in the Road Safety Category, which recognises innovative and resourceful solutions that make a difference in the community.
Ex-cyclone Debbie gave the system a thorough testing at the end of March 2017 when more than 100 roads across Logan were flooded. Unlike previous events, no vehicles entered the flood waters at any of the nine sites where the signs were installed.
The signs were developed following incidents where motorists had accidently driven into flood waters at night. Council staff led a collaborative team, including Griffith University students and Substation 33 personnel, to develop and install innovative low cost, automatic warning signs. A Memorandum of Understanding between Council and Substation 33 underpins the partnership.
More than 50 potentially dangerous locations have been identified as sites for installation. Approximately 35 sites are expected to be operational by November 2017.
The signs are made at substation 33 using purpose-designed circuit boards, which are assembled by hand, using components recovered from e-waste. The units use solar power to charge recycled lithium ion batteries, recovered from discarded lap top computers, which can power the LED signs for several days.
The first stage of the project has been jointly funded by Logan City Council and the Queensland Government through the Community Resilience Fund. Logan City Council has procurement arrangements in place making this technology available to other local governments and road authorities.
Albert Lee , Tony Sharp, Brad Clair and Simon Schmidtke with the award winning sign manufactured for Logan City Council
Computer aided design of componentry is done on site
Partnership automates water quality monitoring The Griffith University School of ICT and Substation 33 have established an Environmental Informatics Lab at Griffith University’s Logan Campus. The lab is primarily focusing on developing low-cost environmental monitoring equipment for use in urban and rural settings. One of the flagship projects is Smart Environmental Monitoring and Assessment Technologies (SEMAT) — a joint Griffith University and University of Queensland project to combine low-cost, accessible technologies for aquatic monitoring and research. Substation 33 is providing its proven expertise to the project in the areas of e-waste recycling, 3D printing, flood monitoring and traffic hazard signalling. SEMAT recently won a Logan City Council EnviroGrant to deploy environmental monitoring equipment in Lake Ellerslie and Slacks Creek. 5
“We’ve got market leading products we’ve designed ourselves, such as TRED, (Total Recovery and Extraction Device) for off road vehicles, which is really taking off in the United States. “A little while ago we bought out the Poolrite company and we’re now developing new product lines.
Ty Hermans, The Evolve Group’s Managing Director with an award winning innoSphere media filter, the world’s largest blow moulded pressure vessel
Build a better beehive The adage “If you build a better mousetrap, the world will beat a path to your door” proved correct when father and son inventors Stuart and Cedar Anderson sought crowd funding for their revolutionary beehive, the Flow Hive. They were looking for $70,000 to get started, but within 15 minutes had raised $250,000. Mid campaign, when they knew they were ‘on a winner’ and heading to an eventual USD $12.7 million crowd funding record, they approached Logan’s Evolve Group to discuss how to manufacture their innovative design. “When the Anderson’s came to us, our priority was to make sure the product would be a success. If it’s not good for them it’s not good for us,” said Ty Hermans, Evolve Group Managing Director.
The approach paid off for both the Andersons and Evolve Group, with more than 300,000 units to date being exported to 127 countries. “Evolve is providing end to end product commercialisation — research and development, industrial design, prototyping, supply chain, branding, and market distribution,” said Ty. The remarkable thing is that this is just one product in a wide range, which uses Evolve Group’s vertical integration strategy. It’s a strategy that encourages inventors to pitch their ideas, maintain ownership and bring their invention to market — using Evolve Group’s design, production and sales expertise. “We’re currently working on more than 200 projects and we’ll have 22 new products going on the market in the next six months,” Ty said.
The innoSphere media filter, which we market along with chlorinators, is turning out to be a world beater, winning a coveted Good Design Award this year and gaining international interest in distributing the product. It’s the largest blow moulded pressure vessel ever made and our manufacturing costs are about one sixth of the alternatives.” Last year, Evolve Group took out the prestigious Good Design Award® of the Year, the highest design honour in the country for the Flow Hive. It’s a remarkable success story for a company that started out only 11 years ago, designing and commercialising products, boosted along the way with the acquisition of Marco Engineering, an injection moulding business at Crestmead. “We’ve closed our other facility in Redcliffe and centralised here in Logan,” said Ty. “I’m a strong supporter of local manufacturing and I’m all for creating local jobs here in Logan. “Many companies look to China for manufacturing plastic components, but I guarantee you we can do it better and cheaper here, using local resources.” www.evolvegrp.com
“When we first saw the hive it stood out as the agricultural invention of the century. “We looked at their product from a manufacturing point of view and how we could make it even better and cheaper before making it in the shortest possible time.” 6
The Anderson’s beehive, manufactured by The Evolve Group won the Australian Good Design Award in 2016
Brisbane Regional Youth Orchestra performing under the baton of Shaun Dorney in Carnegie Hall
If you can make it there, you’ll make it anywhere There’s a saying: if you ask a musician how to get to Carnegie Hall in New York you’ll be told “Practice, practice, practice!”
“For our 72 member orchestra there was nothing like it — particularly when performing a symphony for its composer.”
For members of the Brisbane Regional Youth Orchestra (BRYO) the journey to Carnegie Hall involved a lot of practice, a successful audition — and finally an invitation from World Projects South Pacific — to attend the 11th New York International Festival of Music.
Shaun said one of the pieces played before the adjudicators in their 25 minute performance was Symphony No.1 Lord of the Rings by Johan de Meij.
BRYO’s Director of Music and Education Queensland Instrumental Music Instructor in the Logan area, Shaun Dorney, said the BRYO’s journey to the United States and Carnegie Hall in particular, was the trip of a lifetime for many of the orchestra’s young members. “Carnegie Hall is deservedly one of the most exciting venues for a symphony orchestra. It seats approximately 2,000 people and is designed to deliver perfect acoustics. “You can literally feel the notes resonate around the hall as you perform,” he said. “I’ve never experienced anything like it, acoustically it’s fantastic, even the Sydney Opera House pales in comparison. All the big names choose to perform there, and now I know why.
“Being judged by the creator of a work is possibly the most nervewracking experience for a musician, but BRYO came through with flying colours, receiving a gold award for the performance. “We were the only Australian entrant and we proved that we deserved to be on an international stage.”
South-East Queensland there was a very strong representation from Logan. “A significant proportion of our members come from Logan and my daughter, Erin Thomson, our associate conductor, lives in Shailer Park and has conducted the Logan Youth Music Exchange (LYME) and the Logan City Youth Orchestra.” The BRYO holds auditions for seven to 25 year olds every October and practices weekly at the Balmoral State High School Hall. Tickets for performances are available from www. brisbaneregionalyouthorchestra.com/ get-tickets
Another highlight of the tour for Shaun was an impromptu performance on Broadway and a performance in Central Park. “We were eating at Ellen’s Stardust Diner, on Broadway, which is renowned for its singing wait staff who work there hoping to be ‘discovered’. “Our entire party of 120 joined in singing Broadway tunes and it was one of the highlights of the trip, along with our performance on the sound shell stage in Central Park.” Shaun said although the BRYO members were gathered from across
Erin Thomson, Associate Conductor, Shaun Dorney and Ann Carew, Concert Master of BRYO backstage
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DIVISION 1 NEWS
New kerbing and stormwater channelling is part of a $4.5 million master drainage project in Rochedale South
A flood of works to improve our suburbs Work being undertaken in Rochedale South streets will greatly increase the capacity of drainage to reduce localised flash flooding following downpours.
Councillor Lisa Bradley said the $4.5m master drainage project was scheduled to be completed in early January 2018, weather permitting.
stormwater will be channelled away from their properties, greatly reducing the risk of flash flooding.”
Council has contracted Allroads Pty Ltd to construct stormwater infrastructure and drainage to improve surface drainage in Pindari, Iperta, Nerida, Palara, Kumbari, Nioka, Algona and Tarcoola streets as well as Bill Kohlmann Park.
“Storms are an unfortunate feature of South-East Queensland’s warmer months and unfortunately some areas are more susceptible to flash flooding than others,” she said.
Another project in Division 1 will reduce the environmental harm caused by heavy downpours.
“When completed, residents will have peace of mind, knowing that
Intersection upgraded with traffic lights Changes have been made outside Rochedale Shopping Village, around Underwood Rd and Somerset St, Rochedale South.
The installation of fine-meshed baskets to roadside stormwater drains in the Underwood commercial area is reducing sediment run off into local waterways. The meshed baskets, known as ‘stormsacks’ capture more sediment from stormwater runoff than the traditional drain rubbish baskets. Twenty-eight stormsacks were installed in Darnick St, Smallwood St and Gunn St during April.
Cr Bradley said installation of traffic lights finalised the Underwood Road Traffic Management Plan, with improved safety being the main intention of the upgrade. The $650,000 upgrade at the intersection included: • improved traffic signals • pedestrian crossing signals • right turning lanes on Underwood Rd • new cycle lanes on the approaches to the intersection; and • wheelchair and scooter-accessible ramps along the footpath.
COUNCILLOR LISA BRADLEY
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Phone: 3412 3412 Email: lisabradley@logan.qld.gov.au Division 1: Priestdale, Rochedale South and part of Daisy Hill, Underwood and Springwood. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
DIVISION 2 NEWS
Mission Possible volunteers in their new kitchen, provided courtesy of the Rochedale Springwood Lions Club
Possibly the most generous people in Logan In a little corner of Logan a group of volunteers are making a big difference to those in need. Mission Possible, an initiative of the Uniting Church, knits, crochets and sews hundreds of items for community groups. The items are used in Logan nursing homes and medical facilities and by children at Camp Quality. Gail Harrower leads the group of volunteers from a small office on Jacaranda Ave.
“We do it because we love it and we know it makes a difference,” she said. “We made over 35,000 items last year so it just goes to show how great the need is.” The helpers themselves recently got a leg-up from another busy community charity. Rochedale Springwood Lions Club regularly assists Mission Possible and one day a member of the club noticed the tiny kitchenette they were using at their headquarters.
Scouts guiding young lives Woodridge Scout Group has been active for more than 50 years, moulding children into responsible members of the community. They’re currently looking for new members particularly in the Joey category for children six to eight years of age.
“They said ‘is that it’? ‘How can you use it? It’s so small,” Gail said. “So they got together and built us a new, much more spacious kitchen from scratch,” Gail said. Councillor Russell Lutton is a keen supporter of Mission Possible. “The work they do is amazing and they spend so much time here that they deserve good facilities,” Cr Lutton said. “Logan is very lucky to have people like Gail and her helpers.” For more information on Mission Possible Volunteers visit their Facebook page by searching ‘Mission Possible’.
Joeys meet on Thursdays at 5.30pm. Boys and girls are welcome and all age groups have a lot happening with camps, sleepovers, district events and visits to other regions. Recently the Cubs section was visited by representatives from the SES (pictured). Inquiries can be directed to Group Leader, Donna Jones, at woodridgescouts@gmail. com and www.facebook.com/ woodridgescoutgroup
COUNCILLOR RUSSELL LUTTON Phone: 3412 3412 Email: russelllutton@logan.qld.gov.au Division 2: Woodridge, Logan Central and part of Kingston and Underwood. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
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DIVISION 3 NEWS
Kingston East Neighbourhood Group members with Cr Steve Swenson, enjoying the deck area renovation provided by IKEA Logan
Support for the supporters The Kingston East Neighbourhood Group (KENG) in Slacks Creek has been given a Scandinavian makeover thanks to the team efforts of IKEA volunteers. Ten staff from IKEA Logan went to work, sprucing the 32-year-old community centre up with new furniture, decorations and a coat of paint in March.
some help from its staff volunteers. A back deck that had become a makeshift storage area was cleaned up and given some outdoor furniture, creating a private and relaxing space for KENG’s clients and staff to enjoy. Councillor Steve Swenson said the IKEA renovation angels were a wonderful example of community outreach in action.
As part of the IKEA Living Local Community Grants run by the store, KENG was overwhelmingly voted the winner in an online poll that asked locals what community service should receive
“The Kingston East Neighbourhood Group has been serving our community for more than three decades and is known to generations of people here,” Cr Swenson said.
“It provides a variety of social support services from childcare and literacy programs through to relationship counselling and emergency relief.” To find out more about the services available at KENG’s Meakin Rd location, visit www.keng.org.au
Division 3 Mobile Office Will be held at Meakin Park — Cnr Meakin Rd and Queens Rd, Slacks Creek on Friday 8 August between 8am - 10.30am
Hope on right path in Kingston Work finished last month on new footpaths at Hope St and Clare Rd, Kingston. A 1.2 metre wide concrete footpath was completed between 33 Clare Rd and 31 Hope St on the odd-numbered side of the road. New kerb ramps, connecting the existing footpath at 68 Clare Rd to the new footpath works were also installed.
COUNCILLOR STEVE SWENSON Chairperson City Lifestyle and Customer Services Phone: 3412 3412 Email: steveswenson@logan.qld.gov.au
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Division 3: Slacks Creek and part of Underwood, Springwood, Kingston, Tanah Merah, Loganholme and Daisy Hill. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
Childhood recollections It was a time when sugar cane was burnt and then harvested by hand and pineapples were picked and packed into hand-made wooden cases. Family, church, imaginative play, isolation and responsibility are Joan Macnaught’s long retained memories of her early life, when her family scratched out a living on a farm in post-war Queensland. To celebrate the end of World War II Joan remembers tying crepe paper ribbons across the family farm gateway at Apple Tree Creek, just north of Childers, and delighting as trucks broke through them as they went about their business. The farm was later subdivided, but Joan’s recollections from almost 70 years ago, are so vivid that she was able to put them on paper without the need to refer to photographs.
“What I remember most is the isolation of living on the farm. We didn’t have electricity, phone, reticulated water or sewerage and I didn’t go to school until I was eight, as I was too small to ride a bike the 5km to school,” Joan said. “We were schooled at home by correspondence and had many chores, such as feeding the chooks, keeping the wood box stacked to fuel the stove and helping mum with the cooking. “On Fridays, I used to help my father by weighing and pricing the fruit and vegetables we grew on the farm, before dad went door to door, selling produce from the back of our truck. “In the evening, I used to count the takings. It was only in hindsight that I realised I was getting a maths lesson and being taught how to take responsibility.” Joan said she had maintained an ongoing interest in art and was
Image above: Joan Macnaught, As I remember our farm, 2017, pastel on paper
Image left: Joan Macnaught, Anzac Day, 2017, pastel on paper
fortunate to be able to study art at Somerville House, where she attended boarding school and undertook her Senior Certifcate. “It was quite unusual for girls to continue to Senior in the first place, and such students were mostly expected to do Maths, English, Chemistry and Physics to continue to university. I was fortunate that my school allowed Art and Music to replace science subjects. “Studying art, sketching and painting have been one constant throughout my life. I am in three art societies: the Pastel Society of Australia, the Kangaroo Point Art group and the Half Dozen Group of Artists at Sherwood, which keeps me pretty busy traveling from Bethania.” Joan’s collection of watercolours and pastels has been a long time in the making — first suggested by a friend in 2004. It reflects her memories as a child on the farm through to her senior years at boarding school.
Recollections from my childhood will be displayed from 28 July to 2 September at Logan Art Gallery. The project is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and Logan City Council to support arts and culture in regional Queensland.
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Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Ph: 07 3412 5519 www.logan.qld.gov.au/ artgallery
EVENTS Friday 4 August – Sunday 6 August 8am – 5pm each day Softball QLD Masters, Meakin Park
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Image: Yuming Qin, Untitled, Chinese ink on paper
Saturday 5 August, 2pm to 4pm The sun still shines: Chinese artists’ demonstration day Enjoy an overview of the exhibition The sun still shines, meet with the artists, and enjoy practical demonstrations in Chinese embroidery techniques, traditional Chinese painting and mixed media by a number of the exhibiting artists from the group. Join us for afternoon tea.
Saturday 5 August – 7am parkrun — Spring Mountain Reserve Park, 78 Tully Connection Rd, Greenbank. For details go to www.parkrun.com.au/greenbank
Sunday 6 August 11.30am – 2.30pm Queensland Multicultural Awards. Logan Entertainment Centre, Wembley Rd, Logan Central. Saturday 12 August 9am – 4pm Temaera Nui 2017, Marsden State High School Sunday 13 August 8am – 9.30am Pop Up Microchipping Event Rotary Park (car park), Johanna St, Jimboomba (this event is conducted with the RSPCA) Tuesday 15 August 9am – 2.30pm Logan Loves Seniors Expo at the Logan Entertainment Centre, Wembley Rd, Logan Central Saturday 19 August 10am – 3pm Eagleby Festival, Bishop Park, 1 Bishop St, Eagleby Friday 25 August 5pm – 9pm Eats and Beats, Grand Plaza, Browns Plains
Saturday 26 August 10am to 2pm Creative Markets: Where imagination meets creation Enjoy creative markets outside the gallery where individual stall holders will present their wares including crafts, handmade clothes and sweets, plus food and drink. Pick up an individual and unique gift from the market or the Logan Art Gallery Store.
Saturday 26 August 9am – 5pm Pacific Unity Festival, Logan Gardens, Logan Central Saturday 26 August 8.30am – 4pm and Sunday 27 August 8.30am to 2pm Logan and District Orchid Society Annual Orchid Show, Springwood Road State School, 94-120 Springwood Rd Sunday 27 August All Dogs Sports Spectacular, 247 King Ave, Durack. For more information www.dogsqueensland.org.au Thursday 31 August 10am-12.30pm (Free) Early years fun day For children starting kindy or prep. Kingston East Neighbourhood Centre, 117 Meakin Rd Kingston For more information email: earlyyearsfunday@gmail.com
Saturday 26 August, 2pm–3.30pm Music in the Gallery Canterbury song writers Join us at Logan Art Galley to hear acoustic performer from Canterbury College play covers and original songs in country, rock and pop. Light refreshments will be served, so bookings are essential by Thursday 24 August on 3412 5519 or email artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au
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Australia Allstars VS Logan Allstars International Legends of League
Tickets on sale now or at the gate Adult tickets $12 • Kids 5 - 12 $5 • Family passes $25
Logan will celebrate the Queensland Poetry Festival with: Australian Poetry Slam 2017 workshop and Logan heat at Logan Hyperdome Library Come and try out at the Logan heat of the Australian Poetry Slam ’17. Contestants have two minutes to own the stage, to rock the mic, and win over the audience with their original spoken word poetry. Judges from the audience rate each performance and
two worthy wordsmiths will carry on to battle it out at the State Final at the Queensland Poetry Festival, Judith Wright Centre, on Sunday 27 August. Only the first 20 competitors to sign up may compete. Heat sign-up at 5.30pm is essential. If you’d like to sharpen your words before you hit the stage, come along to the afternoon slam masterclass. The host and feature poet will be acclaimed spoken word artist Josh Donellan (pictured). `` Hyperdome Library: Fri 4 Aug `` Slam masterclass: 3.30pm to 5.30pm
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`` Heat sign up: 5.30pm `` Slam Heat: 6pm to 8pm Bookings are essential. Call 3412 4120 or visit www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
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Queensland Poetry Festival in partnership with State Library of Queensland. Australian Poetry Slam is an initiative of Word Travels.
IT’S PARTY TIME: live interactive show with Mr Yipadee Deano O’Brien (Mr Yipadee) performs a hilarious, high energy interactive show for children aged three to eight years old. There is singing, dancing, musical comedy and of course a chance for the children to laugh, read, and sing along to Deano’s best-selling books and songs. A compelling and energetic world-class performer, Deano has worked with writers from Bob The Builder, Thomas The Tank Engine, headlined the famous Kidz Field at the Glastonbury Music Festival in the UK, and worked with international TV stars. He describes his mission as inspiring children to laugh, love, and believe in themselves through fun music, best-selling books, chart topping apps, and high energy performances. Details for these and other activities being held during the week can be found at: www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on Booking requirements are indicated on the website.
We are the Diasporas at Marsden Library, Thursday 24 August, 3.30pm A very special Queensland Poetry Festival satellite event that sees three diverse wordsmiths reading in the heart of Marsden, followed by a short question and answer session. Award winning Pacifica poet from Aotearoa Tusiata Avia will be joined by renowned spoken word artist from Alice Springs Laurie May alongside Brisbane based Kiri Cooper (pictured), an emerging Maori-Australian singer and spoken word artist. Tusiata Avia is co-presented by the Publishers Association of New Zealand.
Bookings are essential. Call 3412 4180 or visit www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on
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DIVISION 4 NEWS Councillor Laurie Koranski at the Logan Village RSL Camp Cable Memorial with Gary Hastings and Sandra Koehler from Village Rockers Inc
Remember that time 20,000 troops came to town? Yarrabilba might be one of South-East Queensland’s fastest growing areas but construction was booming in that part of Logan 75 years ago too.
“We can only imagine what people thought when they saw that mass of troops pass by their front doors in the winter of 1942,” Cr Koranski said.
Between July and October 1942, labourers were hard at work preparing Camp Cable for the arrival of the US Army’s 32nd Infantry Division.
“The Logan Village RSL still has the monuments that were later erected to acknowledge Camp Cable’s role as an important troop base in the Second World War.”
Camp Cable — today the site of Yarrabilba’s emerging community — had its own hospital, open-air picture theatre, tennis courts as well as dozens of mess halls to house the 35,000 soldiers that would be based there during the war. Next month, St Clare’s Catholic Primary School will hold a familyfriendly celebration of Camp Cable’s 75th anniversary. Councillor Laurie Koranski said Camp Cable was an important part of Logan Village’s local history.
The 23 September event at St Clare’s will include historical displays, talks, food and demonstrations of jive dancing. Local studies are looking for photographs, documents and memories of the American service personnel in the Logan area during World War II. If you have something that you would like to share or preserve, please contact: localstudies@logan.qld.gov.au
Mt Warren Boulevard landscaping A seven year landscaping project has continued the transformation of median strips on Mt Warren Blvd. Councillors Laurie Koranski and Jennie Breene jointly committed divisional funding to improve the median on the well-used road that passes through Division 4 and Division 12. In the 2016/17 financial year, Councillor Koranski committed $200,000 in divisional funding to improve the median between Robert Stanley Drv and Merrow St. Cadagi trees – classified as a weed species – were removed in April this year and replaced with Ficus trees, while bands of ground cover plants were also planted, in keeping with the landscaping of other medians on Mt Warren Blvd. 14
Councillor Koranski said the new planting would take off as the weather warmed up. “The new turf and planting occurred just as the temperature started to drop but we expect this landscaping to thrive in the coming months as we head into spring,” Cr Koranski said. Councillor Breene will allocate $200,000 from divisional funding in the 2017-2018 financial year to fund more new planting along Mt Warren Blvd.
COUNCILLOR LAURIE KORANSKI Phone: 3412 5504 Email: lauriekoranski@logan.qld.gov.au Division 4: Bahrs Scrub, Buccan, Belivah, Bannockburn, Logan Village, Windaroo, Wolffdene, Yarrabilba, Kairabah, Mundoolun and part of Cedar Creek, Jimboomba, Mt Warren Park and Tamborine. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
DIVISION 5 NEWS
Sharing the Dignity Share the Dignity is a voluntary organisation that provides donated sanitary and hygiene products to homeless women and victims of domestic violence who find themselves without access to their homes or financial resources. Gayle Davis of Crestmead and 10 other volunteers donate their time to collect and distribute donated products to women throughout Logan. Gayle said women who were homeless, or were in situations where domestic violence had forced them to suddenly leave home, faced many challenges.
Susie revels in naming rights Marsden’s Susie Hedley might be laid up with a gym-related back injury for now, but she still has reason to celebrate. Rhoda St, Loganlea has been re-named Hedley St in honour of her success in the pool. The decorated athlete, who won a swag of medals at the Special Olympics National Games in Melbourne two years ago, was nominated for the honour of having a street named after her by Councillor Jon Raven.
much into what she does and sets a great example for the people of Logan.” The street’s re-naming also had a practical benefit for residents.
“The women we meet are extremely appreciative of any assistance we can provide and it is one less thing for them to worry about when they are going through a traumatic time,” Gayle said. Share the Dignity will be holding a donation drive this month and anyone able to offer assistance is encouraged to visit www.sharethedignity.com.au to find local drop off points. Share the Dignity also conducts a Christmas drive and encourages women to donate a pre-loved handbag full of sanitary and toiletry items.
Rhodes St and Rhoda St residents found visitors and delivery services were frequently confusing the two streets and there were concerns that emergency services could find themselves going to a wrong address. Logan City Council voted for the name change earlier this year, which came into effect on 1 July.
“Susie is a tremendous athlete who represents our city proudly when she competes,” Cr Raven said. “Having a street named after her is a fitting honour for someone who puts so
COUNCILLOR JON RAVEN Chairperson City Centres Special Committee Phone: 3412 5505 Email: jonraven@logan.qld.gov.au Division 5: Berrinba, Marsden, Loganlea and part of Waterford West and Crestmead. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
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DIVISION 6 NEWS
Walking 4 Samuel Two-years ago the world of Logan’s Thorne family was turned upside down, literally overnight, after Samuel, aged 11, was struck down by the rare neurological condition Transverse Myelitis. Samuel went from a healthy boy to being paralysed from the neck down and requiring constant care while dependent on a ventilator. Samuel’s extended family provides the support he needs, but even home-based care comes with a hefty price tag and the family is continually raising funds to provide Samuel with technologies to improve his quality of life. Samuel’s Poppy, Eric is actively involved in the effort to improve Samuel’s position and the fit 83-year-old is planning to take fund raising to a new level. A keen walker, he plans to spend 44 days from 28 August, undertaking a 890 km pilgrimage from France and
across northern Spain on the Camino Frances Trail, which transverses the Pyrenees Mountains. The planned trek is not wishful thinking. Eric completed it in 33 days at the age of 75, and again, three years ago, in 37 days. Despite a ‘bung’ knee he’s decided to lace up his shoes again — this time motivated by his grandson. “I’m inspired by his attitude. I was a very angry man when this happened (Sam became ill) but if he can deal with the situation so can I,” Eric said.
Keen fundraiser, Eric Thorne plans to raise funds for grandson, Samuel, by walking the Camino Frances Trail across the Pyrenees Mountains
Division 6 Councillor Stacey McIntosh said the Thorne family was a fine example of the spirit and determination needed to conquer adversity. “They have shown incredible commitment over the past two years but they really need the support of the community to ensure Samuel reaches his full potential and continues his education.” If you would like to follow Samuel’s story or donate, visit: www.campaignforsamuel.org.au
Staying at hostels along the way Eric plans to fundraise for Samuel among his fellow pilgrims. He is also hoping the Logan community will get behind him and make a contribution to the Walking 4 Samuel Campaign. “All funds raised will be going to help Samuel,” Eric said. “I have met all costs for the trip by working for the past nine months.”
COUNCILLOR STACEY MCINTOSH Phone: 3412 3412 Email: staceymcintosh@logan.qld.gov.au
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Division 6: Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
August is pet registration renewal month The owners of dogs and cats older than 12 weeks are required to register their pets and maintain their registration annually.
Council provides an eRenewal service which conveniently links to Council’s online payment portal (credit card payments only).
This year annual pet registration renewal notices will be issued on 1 August and will require payment by 24 August 2017, to avoid an infringement notice.
If you have moved, or don’t receive a registration renewal notice by 10 August, please contact Council’s on 3412 5397 or download a Change of Registration Details form from www.logan.qld.gov.au/animals
It is particularly important to register, de-sex and microchip cats, so that they can be reunited with their owners. To encourage responsible pet ownership, a significant registration discount of more than 70 per cent is provided to pet owners who have their pets de-sexed.
To register a new pet visit www.logan. qld.gov.au/animalrenewal and select the ‘Animal Registration’ option.
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nbn™ rolls out in Logan The rollout of the nbn™ network is an upgrade to Australia’s landline phone and broadband network. Construction of the nbn™ network in Logan started last year, and there are currently more than 26,000 premises across the Logan City Council area already able to take advantage of services over nbn’s fixed wireless and fixed line technology. Many premises in the wider surroundings are eligible to connect to retail services on the nbn™ network through the Sky Muster™ satellite service. This has been available from retailers to regional and remote Australians since April last year. A further 23,500 premises are in construction right now, in parts of Regents Park, Chambers Flat, Greenbank, Kingston, Logan Central, Woodridge, Boronia Heights, Jimboomba and Logan Village. Access to fast broadband was designed to provide a range of benefits, such as improved opportunities to work from home, better access to online education tools and more options for on-demand entertainment. Businesses will be able to improve their productivity through cloud based sharing with staff and customers as well as have increased opportunities to access new markets through e-commerce. It is vital that residents and businesses understand that the move to the nbn™ network is not automatic — homes and businesses have 18 months to take the following steps once their premises is ready for an nbn™ service:
b. If you have an EFTPOS terminal, fax or alarm system, call the provider of that service (for example your bank) to ask what internet or landline phone services over the NBN will support the device. c. If your building has an emergency lift phone and/or a fire indicator panel you are encouraged to register your details with nbn so these services can be identified by calling 1800 687 626. To discuss your phone and internet requirements. 2. Choose a plan that suits your needs. (To find out about your options go to www.nbnco.com.au/learn-about-thenbn/speed.html) 3. Order your service over the nbn™ network as soon as possible. To find out when your home or business is planned to be connected to the nbn™ network, if it hasn’t already, visit nbn’s Check Your Address function at www.nbnco.com.au/switch and simply type in your address. You can also find out what type of technology is planned for your home or business.
1. Contact your preferred phone or internet service provider: a. If you have a medical alarm or alert (or a family member, carer or friend) you are encouraged to register your details with nbn’s Medical Alarm Register by calling 1800 227 300 or complete the online form at nbnco.com.au/ medicalregister.
If you have a medical alarm or alert, EFTPOS terminal, fax or alarm system — or if your building has an emergency lift phone or fire indicator panel — you will need to contact nbn if your premises is ready for an nbn service connection.
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Are you prepared for bushfire season? With our leafy and large areas of natural bushland, bushfire can be a threat, particularly in August to November when our city experiences dry weather and stronger winds. Bushfire season can vary significantly from year to year, depending on the fuel loads, longterm climate and short-term weather conditions. Your preparations should reflect the threat level which is updated daily on the Rural Fire Service Queensland website. You don’t have to live in the bush to be threatened by bushfires, as fires can occur in areas where houses are surrounded by bush or parkland.
If you live close to bushland the steps to take to safeguard your property are simple:
• Fill in any gaps around windows, door frames and roof eaves with sealant.
• Prepare a Bushfire Survival Plan* and a Bushfire Survival Kit • Find out if there is a nearby Neighbourhood Safer Place* • Make sure your property has clear access for fire trucks • Trim low-lying branches and native shrubs growing close to your house • Remove all rubbish, leaf litter, firewood and fuel containers around your house • Clear roof and gutters of leaves, twigs, bark and other debris • Keep grass short by mowing it regularly • Rake up leaves, twigs and branches • If practical establish a firebreak around your home
In the coming months depending on conditions a prescribed burn program may be used to reduce the bushfire hazard in parks and reserves where the natural fuel becomes high. These prescribed burns are conducted under supervision when the weather conditions are suitable. * Suggestions about how to make a bushfire Survival Plan and where to find your nearest Neighbourhood Safer Place, which is a place of last resort, can be found at: www.logan. qld.gov.au/community-support/ disasters-and-emergencies/types-ofdisasters/bushfire
How you can prepare for a disaster Did you know that Council provides a range of resources to help Logan communities and businesses prepare for natural disasters? You can minimise the potential impact of disasters on your family, home or business by accessing our disaster preparedness resources at www.logan.qld.gov.au/disasters
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DIVISION 7 NEWS
Robert riding a wave of success Loganites are used to beating the odds. Whether it’s Dami Im’s unbelievable success at Eurovision or Steven Bradbury staying upright for Olympic Gold, the city has produced its share of unlikely heroes. Another name to add to that list is resident Robert Fischer. Back in March, when Logan was experiencing one of its worst floods on record, Robert was at Kirra Beach on the Gold Coast competing at “Aussies” which is the National Surf Life Saving surf sports lifesaving tournament. With most of the water based events cancelled due to Cyclone Debbie, an unforeseen opportunity opened up for Robert. “I’m usually a board paddler so there wasn’t a lot on for me which was a real shame because it was the last time I’d be competing in age-group competition,” Robert said.
Robert Fischer, board paddler and Under 19 Beach Flag silver medallist Photo courtesy HARVPIX
“I was hoping to leave a mark before I went to opens.” But Robert would soon have a chance to leave a big mark on the national stage — but perhaps not the way he imagined. With no water events to contest, he entered the Under 19 Beach Flags event — an event he normally doesn’t consider as contestable. The result: he beat all but the best flag competitor in Australia to bag silver. “It was pretty amazing, I wasn’t expecting it, but it was great.”
Despite his success Robert said his focus is still on the “board” events as he starts pre-season training. And he has plenty of reasons to focus on paddling, at the last Aussies he competed in he won gold in the Ski Relay and picked up a silver in the Taplin Relay to add to his 8th place finish in the Open Taplin Relay. Robert is also a member of the Kurrawa Surf Lifesaving Club and regularly joins patrols on weekends. He is currently competing in inflatable rescue boat competitions.
Green tinge for intersection Landscaping works, including tree plantings and reflective bollards, have been installed on the Goodna/Ison Road roundabout. The work was financed through Divisional 7 Infrastructure and Capital Improvements Program funding.
The roundabout is just one part of ongoing upgrades, with pavement reconstruction work on Goodna Rd at Greenbank, between Ison Rd and Thompson Rd due to be finished next month.
“Most of the work has been conducted at night to reduce inconvenience to motorists who have been very understanding during this time.”
“The upgrade will strengthen the road and improve safety for motorists,” Cr Smith said.
COUNCILLOR LAURIE SMITH Chairperson City Image Phone: 3412 3412 Email: lauriesmith@logan.qld.gov.au
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Division 7: Forestdale, Hillcrest, Boronia Heights and part of Greenbank, Park Ridge, Park Ridge South, Munruben and North Maclean. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
DIVISION 8 NEWS
Work begins on Waller Park pump track The first bitumen ‘pump track’ for Greater Brisbane is on its way!
club members as well as Division 8 Councillor Cherie Dalley.
Council has started work on $900,000 worth of improvements at Waller Park, Browns Plains.
The track is based on BMX trails in the 1970s and ’80s and will combine a series of bumps, hills and steep bends that are sure to entice young riders and test elite competitors.
With $300,000 support from the Queensland Government, Council is building a new access road, clubhouse for Centenary Plains BMX, and the pump track. Work officially began with a sodturning ceremony in June attended by the Member for Logan, Linus Power, Federal Member for Rankin Doctor Jim Chalmers, BMX Queensland and
BMX riding fits within our Live Well Logan strategy which provides 100 free and low-cost activities and healthy living programs for everyone to enjoy, all year round. For more information about Live Well Logan, go to Council’s website www.logan.qld.gov.au
Linus Power MP and Councillor Cherie Dalley at the sod turning for the Waller Park pump track
Being house-proud brings street appeal
Did you know Council regulates overgrown and unsightly premises? Under Local Law No. 10 (Public Health) 1999, property owners are responsible for: • ensuring their properties are kept clean and tidy, so there is no accumulation of objects or materials that make it look unsightly; and • keeping their properties free of long grass and weeds.
they all constitute unsightly premises,” Cr Dalley said.
• Store goods out of sight in your garage or shed
“I would ask all residents to be considerate because what they do and don’t do on their property is very frustrating and has an impact on others.
• P ut your rubbish out weekly and take advantage of Council’s kerbside collection service for hard waste and green waste
“I appeal to their better nature and ask them to park cars in a garage or on the roadside, where they belong, or store them in the backyard.”
• S tore objects or materials out of view, but ensure they do not harbour vermin. Dispose of old vehicles and machinery — some metal recyclers may collect and remove them free of charge
Cr Dalley said any grass higher than 45cm was classed as overgrown and could result in a compliance notice from Council and then, if no action was taken, Council can charge a fee to carry out the work.
• C ut or slash your overgrown vegetation (whether dead or alive) and dispose of it responsibly, by composting.
Common unsightly objects include derelict vehicles, old white goods, building materials, household waste, and the like. Prevention • Take pride in the appearance of your home
Division 8 Councillor Cherie Dalley said unsightly premises lowered the value of a property and those nearby. “Long grass, vehicles in the yard, mounting rubbish and stagnant pools,
COUNCILLOR CHERIE DALLEY Deputy Mayor, Chairperson City Deals Special Committee Phone: 3412 3412 Email: cheriedalley@logan.qld.gov.au Division 8: Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park and part of Park Ridge. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
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DIVISION 9 NEWS
Enjoying the new-look park with Cr Phil Pidgeon and Julie Marshall are Crestmead youngsters (L-R) Amalie Grace, Khalani Barling,,Kase Barling, and Pania Grace
Major park upgrades focus across area A new Metropolitan Park in Logan Reserve and major upgrades to Crestmead Park and Jingeri Park in Park Ridge South feature in major parks works across the division this financial year. Logan Reserve is set to become a premier parks destination in South-East Queensland with a brand new $4 million Metropolitan-size park set to spring to life. Funded in the most recent budget, this will be a significant development, providing public access to a stretch of Logan River frontage in what was a previously inaccessible area. “This new park is potentially one of the biggest riverine parklands in South-East Queensland,” Cr Pidgeon said. “I have been advocating on behalf of the community to develop a Metropolitan-size park that will cater to the growth in this area, and will be well received, not only in Logan Reserve and Park Ridge, but also across the city.” he said. “Council has a huge challenge to keep pace with the emerging development not just roads and footpaths, but parks and community facilities too,” he said. “This investment in very large piece of riverine land, will have far reaching benefits for our residents. I’m sure it will be a weekend favourite for many when finished. While the park equipment is yet to be determined, I am sure it will be innovative and exciting for kids and families.” Crestmead Park is also set to become a premier adventure play destination, with a range of interactive play elements that offer challenges for all ages as part of a new adventure playground.
Cr Pidgeon said the first stage had been completed and the second, final stage would commence within six months, weather permitting. The major revamp includes a six-metre high Greenville Tower, a very challenging slide, climbing nets, swings, one of the biggest flying foxes in Logan, sand diggers, springers, drinking fountains, new gazebos, BBQ’s and picnic area as well as a dedicated toddlers play area. The toddlers area has a special sand play table, wobbly net bridge, climbing wall and cubby areas for kids to explore their imaginations. “The idea behind the upgrade is to really cater for the younger adventureseekers, kids have a lot of energy and we need to encourage them to burn it off in a positive way,” Cr Pidgeon said.
All parks aren’t the same! • A Local Park services local suburban community areas within a walkable catchment. • A District Park services a wider community catchment, sometimes servicing across several suburbs. • A Metropolitan Park services residents from all across the city and from outside the city.
Park Ridge South has not missed out. Following a meeting with residents, Jingeri Park will be upgraded with new play space this financial year. “I am confident that all of these parks will become destination favourites for all the family,” he said.
COUNCILLOR PHIL PIDGEON Chairman City Infrastructure Phone: 3412 3412 Email: philpidgeon@logan.qld.gov.au
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Division 9: Logan Reserve, Chambers Flat, Stockleigh and part of Park Ridge, Crestmead, Waterford West, Park Ridge South, Munruben, North Maclean and South Maclean. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
Pet Education Sessions Kid s a re welcom e
Free sessions for Logan pet owners packed with useful tips and techniques.
Dog Body Language / Dog Park Manners Sunday 6 August, 10am-noon
Body language and dog park manners Ever found yourself in a pickle at the park? Owning a dog can be a very rewarding experience but the embarrassment of a misbehaving or park-panicked pooch can be enough to prevent some owners from socialising their pet. Dogs are highly social animals and look up to their owners as the leader of their pack. The key to training your pet and achieving obedience is knowing how to communicate with them. One of the most important things you can teach them is how to behave when they feel threatened or in the presence of other dogs.
park environment and around other dogs. Our Body Language and Dog Park Manners Pet Education session is being held on Sunday 6 August between 10am and noon at the Animal Management Centre, 213 Queens Road, Kingston. Bookings are essential. Ph: 3412 5397. These are human only information sessions, please do not bring your pet.
Our FREE pet education sessions for Logan residents are packed with tips and techniques that will enable you to mentally stimulate, communicate with and reward your dog so that it knows how to behave with confidence in a
FREE tea and coffee. Lunch available for purchase
Tuesday 15 August 2017 In celebration of seniors, Logan City Council presents GALA ENTERTAINMENT Featuring The Beehives in their Bringing Back the Sixties shows at 9.30am to 11am & 1pm to 2.30pm. FREE SENIORS EXPO Activities and information stalls from 9am to 1pm.
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SHOW TICKETS ON SALE Logan Entertainment Centre 3412 5626 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
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New transport trials in Logan There’s something exciting on its way to Logan in September — a new type of transport known as Demand Responsive Transport (DRT). DRT is a pre-booked, shared transport service that can provide an alternative to personalised transport (like taxi or ride-share) for when trains or buses are not available. A DRT service can take you on short trips to local centres — such as shops or medical services — or link you to traditional public transport, like your nearest bus or train station. Starting in late September, TransLink will be trialling DRT in various Logan neighbourhoods that have been identified as needing more public transport services or better connections to local facilities.
Participants at a TransLink DRT community workshop in Beenleigh
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TransLink ran a program of activities in June and July where local community members were introduced to DRT and asked how they would like to use this new transport choice. Members of the Logan community have provided their feedback through online surveys, shopping centre information stands and at 11 facilitated community workshops. To find out more about DRT in Logan or subscribe to the DRT newsletter, visit haveyoursay.translink.com.au or call 13 12 30. Logan City Council is pleased to be partnering with TransLink in support of the DRT project.
Cheap as Chips! Working in partnership with the RSPCA, Logan City Council’s first pop up microchipping program will kick off this month. All cats, dogs and owners welcome! If you’re unsure whether you furry friend is microchipped, pop on down to confirm your details are correctly recorded on the microchip registry. If not, for just $20 you can get your pet ‘chipped’. State laws require all cats and dogs to be microchipped prior to their sale or transfer. Sadly more than half the pets that turn up at the Animal Management Centre have no form of identification and need to be re-homed.
✔Microchip ticked! For responsible pet owners seeking healthy, happy household pets why not consider a D-53X Upgrade for your pet? 20% discount is available until 31 August 2017. Visit www.operationwanted.com.au
DIVISION 10 NEWS (L-R) Principal Troy Ascott, Flynn Armstrong Cook, Ayden Howarth, Rowan Duke, Kathleen Huggins and Cr Darren Power prepare for the Queensland Junior Physics Olympiad.
Daisy Hill roadworks project Daisy Hill’s Clivia Crescent is being reconstructed between Lyndale St and Conifer St with work expected to be completed in December, depending on weather and construction conditions.
Students shine at Queensland Junior Physics Olympiad Quantum physics, special relativity and cosmology have been at the forefront of the minds of Shailer Park State High School Year 10 students, Flynn Armstrong Cook, Kathleen Huggins and Ayden Howarth. Division 10 Councillor, Darren Power said the students’ participation at the University of Queensland forum in late June demonstrated the school’s credentials. “I can see places at the school in high demand, given the wonderful things they are achieving as they develop a greater appreciation and understanding of physics,” he said.
New pathway for Kilkenny Park A new connection has been provided by Logan City Council in Cornubia’s Kilkenny Park. A 1.2m wide concrete footpath now connects Green Trees Dr with the existing footpath within the park to provide a safer walkway for residents who previously had to walk across the grassed open stormwater channel. The $37,000 project involved the construction of approximately 140metres of footpath, retaining walls and two culvert crossings of the stormwater channels.
“Shailer Park State High School is being promoted as a school of excellence and achievements such as this show that the school is on the right path.” Led by university lecturers the students participated in a week-long session of lectures, tutorials, experiments, forums, workshops and interactive discussions and toured the research centre. Flynn Armstrong Cook said the experience helped him obtain contacts and provided the opportunity to chat about study and career options. “We’ve been able to gain an insight into life at university and three Year 11 students, who attended the 2016 Physics Olympiad, have been really helpful as tutors,” he said.
The base of the road between Lyndale Dr and Allamanda Dr will be rebuilt and sections of kerb and channel replaced. Seepage drains will also be installed to remove moisture from under the road and the entire street will be resurfaced with asphalt and line marked. Where necessary driveways will also be reconstructed where kerb and channel has been replaced. Residents are encouraged to familiarise themselves with detour arrangements as Clivia Cres will be closed to through traffic between Lyndale St and Allamanda Dr with traffic diverted via Coolcrest St. More information is available by contacting Council’s Construction Co-ordinator on 3412 5436 or emailing roadmaintenance@logan.qld. gov.au
Principal Troy Ascott said the school was immensely proud of the students. “It is a great result to have three students out of 77 Year 10 students at Shailer Park take part in this opportunity,” he said. “This is the second year in a row that all three of our students, who applied for a position, were accepted into the Olympiad. “Their participation gave them the chance to receive extra tuition in physics related subjects and has firmly set them on the path to further studies in the field.”
COUNCILLOR DARREN POWER Chairperson City Growth Phone: 3412 3412 Email: darrenpower@logan.qld.gov.au Division 10: Shailer Park, Cornubia, Carbrook and part of Daisy Hill and Loganholme. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
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DIVISION 11 NEWS
Scott Lane gets flood warning sign A third Road Flooded sign was installed in Division 11 last month. The new sign, which provides an automatic advance warning of ‘Road Flooded’ was installed in Scott Lane, Jimboomba. Other signs have been installed in Cedar Pocket Rd, Cedar Grove and Cusack Lane, Jimboomba. Tully Memorial Park’s flood markers hold strong cultural memories
Flood markers win landscaping award The historical flood markers in Tully Memorial Park have been recognised with a State award from the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects. The installation of six illuminated poles tells the history of the site at the crossing between the Mount Lindesay Hwy and the Logan River. The markers installed last year were constructed from timber recycled from the old girders of the Edward O’Neill Bridge at Undullah, and then they were illuminated with solar lights, to add another dimension at night. Division 11 Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the project demonstrated that visual impact and a sense of place could be achieved on a small budget. “Tully Memorial Park is a popular destination for locals and tourists,” Cr Schwarz said. “It’s part of our Public Art and Heritage Trail and it commemorates Captain 26
Patrick Logan’s crossing of the Logan River in 1827. “Each pole indicates how high flood waters reached in 1887, 1947, 1974, 1991 and 2013. One was left blank as a reminder that floods would come again. “After the floods from ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie in March, Council will be adding a marker for 2017.”
Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the signs, invented and developed by Council, with support from Griffith University and Substation 33, provided an added level of safety near roads that were prone to flooding. “The first batch of signs we installed at locations around the city performed beyond all expectations during the March/ April flood event,” Cr Schwarz said. “The design for these signs, which use low-cost, solar-powered flashing signs that are triggered automatically when the road floods, are a great example of Council being innovative when it comes to road safety. “I look forward to seeing more of these signs rolled out across Division 11 in the future.”
The judges observed: “Flood markers hold strong cultural memories and are elevated in this project through visually powerful design. The jury commends Logan City Council for acknowledging the need to highlight flooding as a critical landscape design consideration for current and future communities.”
COUNCILLOR TREVINA SCHWARZ Chairperson City Treasury Phone: 3412 3412 Email: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au Division 11: Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Silverbark Ridge and Woodhill and part of Greenbank, Jimboomba, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
DIVISION 12 NEWS
Mobile offices
Thursday 3 August
Mt Warren Park Shopping Village, 140–146 Mt Warren Boulevard, Mt Warren Park 2pm–3pm
Eagleby Shopping Centre, 142–164 Fryar Road, Eagleby 3.30pm–4.30pm
Beenleigh Mall, 40–68 Main Street, Beenleigh 5pm–6pm
(L-R) Jonty Hasenkam, Aydon Hasenkam, Bianca Bowden and Hayley McIntyre are part of the latest generation driving the 75 years-old Beenleigh Scout Group forward
Diamond days for Beenleigh Scout Group It is customary to gift someone a diamond on their 75th anniversary, but gemstones or not, the Beenleigh Scout Group has shone brightly in the community since 1942. The group started with five parents concerned about their young sons, and
Works across Division 12 Works to replace storm water drains and some sections of kerb and channel on Manila St, between Bougainville St and York St, in Beenleigh, were completed at the beginning of August. A new two metre wide section of footpath was also constructed last month on Kent St, between Alamein St and the existing path at the Beenleigh State School gate. In late May, Council completed maintenance on part of Eagleby Rd, which involved repairs and the application of spray seal to resurface the road.
their school headmaster who agreed to start the Beenleigh Scout Group. With a 21-year lease of land in the centre of Beenleigh near Crete St, at a cost of 20 shillings per year, members built a scout den with handmade breeze blocks. Last month, the Beenleigh Scout Group celebrated 75 years with an open day event at its current Scout Hall on Tallagandra Rd. Group Leader, Daniel Crowle, said the 60-strong contingent of Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts and Venturer Scouts, who belong to the Beenleigh Scout Group, had the opportunity to learn new skills and develop leadership. “It’s a different kind for experience for them because they get out and about. They go camping, exploring and learn new skills that most kids aren’t as commonly exposed to these days,” Mr Crowle said.
Councillor Jennie Breene congratulated the Beenleigh Scouts on reaching their 75th anniversary milestone. “The Beenleigh Scout Group is part of Beenleigh’s history, having participated in events like ANZAC Day marches and the former Beenleigh Cane Festival over the years,” Cr Breene said. “Generations of children from this area have benefitted from the leadership and guidance of the international Scout movement, so it is fantastic to know the Beenleigh Scout Group is continuing to shape the next generation of local leaders.” To find out more about the Beenleigh Scout Group, visit www.beenleigh. scoutsqld.com.au
COUNCILLOR JENNIE BREENE Chairperson CIty Parks , Local Laws and Animal Care Phone: 3412 3412 Mobile: 0411 658 297 Email: jenniebreene@logan.qld.gov.au Division 12: Eagleby, Beenleigh and part of Mt Warren Park. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
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Kerbside clean-up Bethania, Edens Landing, Holmview, Bahrs Scrub, Belivah, Wolffdene
Celebrate National Op Shop Week 2017 Logan Recycling Market: Sunday 27 August – Saturday 2 September SHOP: Did you know that the Logan Recycling Market is a great place to grab yourself a pre-loved bargain! There are toys, furniture, bric-a-brac, bikes, clothes and so much more. DONATE: You can also donate good quality items for the Logan Recycling Market whenever you visit one of Council’s waste and recycling facilities. HELP: Every purchase you make helps make a difference, with a share of the profits going to local charities Logan Recycling Market and cafe is open Friday to Monday from 10am – 5pm Located at the Browns Plains Waste & Recycling Facility, 41 Recycle Way, Heritage Park (off Bayliss Road). Phone: 07 3412 3412
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A U DI C E N T R E S P R I N G WO O D P R E S E N T S
2017 CITY OF LOGAN
Sports Awards Nominations close 18 August Nominate your local sporting hero today. Categories include • sportsman • sportswoman • young sportsperson • elite athlete with a disability • sports coach
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sports official sports administrator sports team sports organisation sports event.
Gala awards dinner 6:30pm, Thursday 5 October Logan Metro Sports Centre 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead
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To nominate visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/sportsawards
WILL COMMENCE THE WEEK BEGINNING
7 August 2017 THE NEXT COLLECTION IN
Beenleigh, Bannockburn, Windaroo, Mt Warren Park WILL COMMENCE THE WEEK BEGINNING
21 August 2017 Collections begin at 6am and run for two weeks for each group of suburbs.
To see how you can save time and money, watch the Don’t Rush to Flush video at www.dontrushtoflush.com.au
Business Crime Prevention There are many types of crime that affect businesses — shoplifting, robbery, burglary, fraud, and malicious damage. Many businesses have experienced one or more of these forms of business crime. Understanding common causes of business crime will allow you to better safeguard your business against crime. Shoplifting and stealing Shoplifters generally fall into two categories: amateurs and professionals. Amateur shoplifters tend to steal on impulse, commonly to impress friends or as a result of peer pressure. Professional shoplifters often steal in order to obtain fraudulent refunds or target high ticket items for resale. Simple steps to deter shoplifting. • Ensure the layout of your store is as open as possible, avoiding areas that have low levels of surveillance by staff or areas that feel isolated.
• Shelves should be neatly stacked. • Expensive items should be displayed in lockable cabinets. Robbery and burglary Follow a few simple steps to increase security of your business premises and deter would-be robbers from targeting your business. • Make use of signage and stickers both inside and outside your business promoting security measures such as CCTV, security patrols and time delay safes. • When closing up check that all doors and windows (including bathroom/toilets) are locked and activate your alarm system. • Encourage EFTPOS and credit card payments – and to limit the amount of cash held or kept on your premises.
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CITY OF LOGAN SAFE CITY AWARDS
Acknowledging the work of volunteer groups, individuals, not-for-profit groups and government agencies within the City of Logan who make our city even safer.
Nominations opening for Safe City Awards! Show your support for the people who work to keep our community safe by nominating them for the City of Logan Safe City Awards 2017. There are four categories: government, volunteer group, not-for-profit group and individual. The nominations for the awards will be open on July 31st 2017 and close 3 September 2017, so don’t delay. For more information visit, call 07 3412 4617 or email at SafeCity@logan.qld.gov.au or go to www.logan.qld.gov.au/safecityawards
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We’re getting serious about eradicating cane toads While there’s still a need for the traditional night time hunt to eliminate cane toads from your property — it may become a thing of the past — if a new hi-tech plan to dramatically reduce these pests in Logan receives widespread community support.
Council is partnering with the University of Queensland’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience to turn the cane toads’ own toxin against their offspring. Using bait made from the toad’s toxin, researchers have created a tadpole attractant to selectively lure cane toad tadpoles into traps. By placing these in breeding ponds on public and private property it’s possible to eliminate thousands of toads and break the breeding cycle. Testing on cane toad plagued properties has proved to be highly effective in helping to regenerate native species, such as frogs and goannas — and preventing toads coming into contact with domestic pets. If you locate toads breeding on your property, please contact 3412 3412 to discuss trapping options.
Mother-Of-Millions
Parthenium
Singapore Daisy
European foxes
(Bryophyllum species)
(Parthenium hysterophorus)
(Sphagneticola trilobata)
(Vulpes species)
Biosecurity Surveillance Program Logan City Council has a Biosecurity Surveillance Program to detect the presence of invasive biosecurity threats, such as pest plants and feral animals. To assist with detection, uniformed authorised officers are able to enter public places and businesses at any time they are open for entry—and private premises between 6am and 6pm, or with the consent of the occupier — as part of Council’s Biosecurity Program. If an authorised officer finds declared pests, the officer will issue an advice notice in the first instance, requiring the
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landowner to control or manage the pest within a stated period. The advice letter will specify the type and location of the invasive biosecurity matter on the property and the actions required to comply with the advice, which may include a quote for chemical treatment of pest plants by Council. If no action is taken a biosecurity order will follow.
This winter Council will be targeting Mother-of-Millions, Parthenium, Singapore Daisy as well as pest animals such as wild dogs, dingoes and european foxes. For more information on this program call 3412 5397 or 3412 3412.
Free rodent bait is available year round from Council’s Customer Service Centres with 150 grams available quarterly to assist with rodent control. Simply provide proof of residency to collect your supply.
Corey parker Last year I had the privilege of being inducted into the Sporting Hall of Fame at the Audi Centre Springwood, City of Logan Sports Awards. The awards were an eye-opener for me. I was surprised by the diversity we have here in Logan with more than 100 nominations, across 30 different sports. I really felt for the judges who had the difficult job of comparing the achievements of so many outstanding people across so many sports. There is no doubt that sport brings our community together, attracting people from all walks of life. You’ll always find a crowd at our sports fields almost every day, either training or playing fixtures. As a parent, I think it’s important to our kids’ development to take up a sport. We’re told that many kids aren’t getting at least the recommended one hour of physical activity a day, but there’s much more to sport than just exercise. We’re fortunate here in Logan to have the facilities and competitions to support a wide variety of sports, but what makes the difference is the support provided by the clubs and parents. Every sport needs the coaches, referees and managers and the support of the mums and dads who drive their kids to and from training — the volunteers who help out around the club and of course the people who help with fundraising. As a city ambassador, I’m proud to tell people about all the work being done here in Logan to increase community participation in sport and the everincreasing range of sports our kids are able to choose from. When I’m asked why so many emerging stars come from Logan, I tell people it’s because we’re serious about our sport here, and it’s something that brings our diverse community together. So take a few minutes and think about who you could nominate for an award. It doesn’t need to be a sportsperson, it could be an outstanding coach or someone who has inspired thousands of kids over the years, or a sports administrator who has helped build a successful club. Recognition is important and it’s a great way to both acknowledge and inspire our up-and-coming stars and the people who provide that vital encouragement to them along the way. 31