Our Logan Magazine - September 2017

Volume 62 September 2017

Molly gears up for the Olympics

Success

for short film director

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 Ivy Ramos Sam Burgess Graphic Design: Natalie Matthews Front cover image: Molly McGill gears up for the Olympics Photo: Martin King

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Success for short film director

Brisbane Writers Festival in Logan

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All content accurate as of 15 August 2017.

Imagination Children’s Festival

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Learn to swim begins here

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Check your water meter and save

MAYOR — Luke Smith

Stop pest plants this spring

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.

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.

DIVISION 1 — Cr Lisa Bradley

Representing Berrinba, Marsden, Loganlea and part of Waterford West and Crestmead.

DIVISION 11 — Cr Trevina Schwarz

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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

Boronia Heights

Div 3

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Park Ridge

Div 6 Waterford

Logan Reserve

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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

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 September edition of Our Logan.

Dirty Dinosaur mud play will be just one of the highlights

Developing business opportunities and looking at public

Celebrity Chef Poh Ling Yeow joined our team

at this year’s ImagiNation Children’s Festival

transport options with SEQ Mayors in Singapore

promoting Logan’s growers and producers at the Regional Flavours Festival

One of my favourite things about Our Logan magazine is that we get to share stories about the achievements of people you might not otherwise hear about.

This edition is no different and this month we highlight two exceptional young women from very different backgrounds who are making their names known on the world’s stages in sports and film.

Mirene Igwabi has excelled as a film maker to follow after she won the Award for Best Short Film for her story about child brides, at the Sydney Film Festival.

Mirene was born in the Congo in the mid-1990s, migrated to Australia as a refugee and has lived in Logan Central for the past 10 years.

Her 13-minute film Adele—about an African child bride living in Brisbane— is based in part on the lives she has known in Africa and experiences of friends.

Now eligible to have her film nominated for an Academy Award, Mirene’s outstanding filmmaking achievement is a wonderful story and worth celebrating. You can read more about her story on Page 5.

BMX champion, Molly McGill, has already been selected by a different sort of academy.

and is ranked number one in Australia and number two in the world for her age group in BMX racing.

Having already crisscrossed the world for years and now following her dream to ride professionally, Molly recently competed in the World Championships and is aiming to represent Australia at the next Olympics.

It is exciting to anticipate that in just a few years we might see Molly adding an Olympic medal to her already overflowing trophy cabinet.

You can find out more about ImagiNation and many other activities throughout the city at www.visitlogan.com.au Spring is a great time of year to get out and about and make the most of all that our wonderful city has to offer.

Mayor Luke Smith City of Logan

You can read more about Molly’s story on Page 4.

With the school holidays kicking off in mid-September, now is the time to start planning how the whole family can jam fun into every day of the holidays, with a wide range of events and activities right here in Logan.

After a hugely successful debut in 2016, the ImagiNation Children’s Festival returns with plenty of new activities and some old favourites.

The festival offers a fantastic variety of indoor and outdoor activities for children of all ages to get involved in over the holidays.

There are more than 140 different options for children to choose from, all of which are free or low cost—so that every day can offer something new and exciting.

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Molly McGill

World Champion BMX rider Very few 16-year-olds know what career they wish to pursue, let alone decide to turn professional and devote most of their time to a sport they love.

Molly McGill is the exception, pursuing an international career in BMX with her parents’ full support.

“I want to race BMX professionally, I want to make a living out of it,” Molly said.

Molly has good reason to be confident in her ability to turn professional in this highly competitive sport. She has an overflowing trophy cabinet at her New Beith home and she currently holds three world rankings, six Australian titles, seven Queensland titles and seven zone titles.

Although the World Championships didn’t go as expected this year, with a surprise early elimination, it’s one of the few disappointments she has faced since winning the silver medal in the Under 15 Girl’s category at the World Championships in Columbia last year.

Molly found that she had an exceptional ability at an early age, after a shaky start as a five-year-old.

“I can’t really remember the first race I won. I started off pretty average, but my first main win was when I was eight, which is when you start racing for titles and championships.

“I came second in Australia in Perth and then the world titles that year were in Adelaide, so we went—and I ended up winning.”

These days training and competition are all consuming.

“In a normal year you start off with a national series in the first three to four months of the year, one in Brisbane, on the Gold Coast, Shepparton, Cairns and Bathurst,” said David, Molly’s dad.

“Every weekend there’s an event which all count towards rankings. We spend a lot of the time on road trips. There’s also a lot of running around with training.”

Molly’s training plan includes gym twice a week in the morning with her coach Justin Lamb and most other days are spent on the track or doing sprints at nearby Waller Park and other tracks.

“I haven’t ridden just for fun for a while. Usually, I’m training, or going somewhere,” Molly said.

“With all the events, travel and training, I’m no longer able to attend a regular school.

“Last year I went to St Thomas More College, but this year I’m doing Year 11 through the Brisbane School of Distance Education, with help from mum and dad.”

Molly’s ultimate goal is to represent Australia at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, following in the footsteps of her role model, world champion, Caroline Buchanan.

“This is a massive opportunity for Molly,” said mum Kate.

“She’s at an age where there’s open competition and sponsors start noticing the top performers.

“She just loves the sport and now she’s in a position to make a career out of it.”

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Making Australia’s best short film A 25-year-old Logan Central film maker is attracting national attention with a short film that draws on her experiences as an African refugee and as a student in a multicultural Brisbane high school.

Mirene Igwabi says her greatest accomplishment as a young film maker was changing her father’s mind about the widespread African custom of child marriage.

price’. Child marriage was a big issue for people around me and I wanted to make a film that resonated with people.

“When I first spoke to my father about the subject he had the mentality that there’s nothing wrong with being married at 16,” she said.

“I finished the script for my graduation film at SAE College in West End in three weeks and on my lecturer’s recommendation submitted it for a Canon Student Film Grant.

“Then, when he watched my film for the first time, he cried and said ‘thank you for making this film because you are so right and to see it on film now, I understand no childTHE should ever go through BEHIND SCENES something like this’.”

Mirene’s first short film Adele, which she wrote and directed, hasn’t just changed her father’s BEHIND THE mind about an SCENES ongoing practice in many cultures.

From the time she wrote the script—a 13-minute story of Adele (14) who is torn between attending high school—and her fate as a wife and soon to be mother—Mirene has attracted attention to a largely unacknowledged social issue in Australia.

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ONE LINER & SYNOPSIS In the face of an African family tradition imposed on her in Australia, fourteen-year-old Adele is torn between high school and home where she is a wife from an arranged marriage and a mother-to-be.

Adele, a fourteen-year-old African girl living in Brisbane, wraps her stomach each day before school. She is determined to keep her pregnancy a secret. When her biology teacher notices a change, the secret begins to unravel. The threads of Adele’s personal life are laid bare. The man, who we think is her father, turns out to be her husband from an arranged marriage. And her legal guardians, an aunt and uncle, are complicit. They want Adele to leave school to honour the marriage and her unborn child. But Adele resists. Torn between school and home, she must fight for the right to choose and determine her own future, or face a life made for her by others.

“Three weeks later I got a call from Sydney to say I’d won the competition—so with the prize money I was able to hire a producer and get other people involved.

“A lot of people who are industry professionals worked on it for free. They read the script and because it was so strong, they came on board.”

Australia and at the St Kilda Film The film was shot at Yeronga State Festival; MireneProducer, wonGrace theJuliaBest PRODUCTION CONTACT | | 0401 970 870 High School—which Mirene attended Director Awardgrace@gracejulia.com and the film’s star, after arriving in Australia—and a friend’s Princess Mariama Andrews, won house, which was transformed to look Best Actress. like a typical African home.

The film is currently being shown “A lot of the elements came from the around Australia as part of the “It happened to a friend of mine things we do at home. My mother Flickerfest and other movie festivals from Afghanistan,” Mirene said. provided all the African materials. It was and, as Australia’s best short film, great to add that flavour to the film.” it’s now eligible for an Academy “People coming from a very poor Award.

BEHIND THE SCENES culture can’t afford to wait for their Adele went on to win the Sydney child to grow up to get a ‘bride Film Festival for the Best Short Film in

Mirene directing the shooting of Adele

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MAKING WAVES in the gallery

Artwaves is one of Logan Art Gallery’s most popular exhibitions. Surprisingly the featured works aren’t world renowned or by famous artists—but they are the pick of the crop—with just 150 artworks selected from more than 31 schools across Logan and surrounding areas.

The Artwaves – Logan and adjacent areas secondary schools art exhibition allows students, teachers, parents and the public to share and appreciate the diversity of artwork produced by students ranging from Year 7 to Year 12.

The works include themes strongly influenced by social media and pop culture highlighting social issues, politics and the physical and political environment.

Each year one or two lucky students are awarded a mentorship and the opportunity to exhibit their works the following year.

Holly Le Masurier won a mentorship with guidance provided

by Art Gallery Coordinator, Michael Wardell, and her exhibit— Positivity and negativity and how it influences us in our everyday lives is being exhibited before Artwaves takes centre stage.

“I can’t seriously explain how nervous I was about exhibiting,” Holly said.

“I’ve never been extremely confident in myself, so I had no idea how it would turn out.

“I felt so honoured because it must have been a tough decision and I am really appreciative and thankful for this amazing opportunity, to hold my very own exhibition!

“I learnt a lot about the installation process involved in holding your own exhibition,” Holly said.

“It’s a lot of hard work, and requires commitment—but with rewarding outcomes—seeing your very own art work displayed in a room or on a wall, in a public gallery for the whole community to see is exciting.”

Co-ordinator Lesley Nicholson, Public Programs Officer at Logan Art Gallery said Artwaves was a non-competitive annual exhibition that was celebrating its 25th anniversary.

“The works provided for the Artwaves exhibition are un-themed and chosen on their artistic merits,” Lesley said.

“We have a selection panel of four arts professionals who visit all the schools and select outstanding works, over five days.

“With so many different media, concepts and innovative works to choose from, generated by students excelling in the visual arts, the selection process is often challenging,” she said.

“In recognition of Artwaves’ long history the organising committee has invited one of the founding members and now retired art teacher, Sandra Johnston, to open this year’s event.”

Artwaves will open at 6.30pm on 8 September at Logan Art Gallery, corner Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central.

The exhibition will be on display between 8 September and 14 October.

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Image top left: Leilani Falevaai, year 12, Tribal meaning, acrylic paint on canvas, 2016

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Image top right: Steampunk; shoe by Mia Forster, year 10, Rivermount College, 2016.

A big win for Logan’s littlest residents

Logan’s families are set to benefit from the announcement of a multimillion dollar funding deal to establish Community Maternity and Child Health Hubs across the city.

Queensland Health has committed to $2 million in start-up funding to establish the hubs—and will provide ongoing funding to support their operation.

The hubs will provide better local access to support prior to, and immediately after, births.

This funding resulted from the efforts of a number of individuals, community groups, service organisations and governments working together to design tailor-made solution to support Logan parents.

The Community Maternity and Child Health hubs will operate using a longterm, relationship-based community midwifery program to support expectant and new mothers.

The service will be based in convenient locations such as neighbourhood and community centres.

The community-based concept was preferred after research revealed hundreds of mothers in Logan were not accessing professional health care during or after pregnancy.

Mums will receive additional support services from community organisations, with a focus on establishing continuity of care before, during and after pregnancy, as well as developing ongoing relationships with a variety of service providers.

Logan Together Director, Matthew Cox welcomed the initiative, which was first identified as a key opportunity for improvement, following a series of community consultation sessions held in 2015.

“The hubs will also foster a sense of community, encourage social inclusion and provide opportunities to women to connect with one another,“ he said.

Hubs will provide support to between 500 and 600 women, who otherwise would not access professional health care.

The first three Hubs are expected to be operational by November.

“The announcement of this funding is a fantastic outcome for mums, babies and families in Logan and is a direct outcome of an extensive communitywide consultation program where people living in Logan told us what they needed,” Mr Cox said.

“It really is an example of what we can achieve when we work together, with representatives from several organisations and views coming together to deliver a solution that meets the needs of the community.”

Mr Cox said the community consultation process included local mums and dads and representatives from Metro South Health, Brisbane South PHN, Communities for Children, Griffith University academics, community and cultural groups who determined the nature of the hubs’ services.

Community Maternity and Child Health hubs are expected to open in November

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DIVISION 1 NEWS

Value adding to Centre Place Centre Place in Rochedale South has had a much-needed upgrade.

A concrete walkway at Centre Place has been built using Division 1 Infrastructure and Capital Improvement funding.

The makeover also included extra landscaping work, seating, rubbish bins, a bike rack and water bubbler.

The project was undertaken by Council’s contractor T&H Levai.

“The improvements add to the livability of this business area and improves its overall look,” Cr Bradley said.

Centre Place is one of a number of road and infrastructure upgrades in Division 1.

A $650,000 improvement to the Underwood Rd and Somerset St intersection has improved safety and traffic flow and has made businesses and shops in the immediate area more accessible.

Meanwhile works to storm-proof the Pindari St catchment, which began in June, are running on schedule.

Similar works are scheduled for Mayflower St in Daisy Hill.

“These works are part of Council’s ongoing commitment to making Division 1 safer and an even more attractive place to live and work.

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“Although they might cause a bit of inconvenience to residents in the short term, in the long term the improved drainage will bring enormous benefits,” Cr Bradley said.

Coffee in the park a first Council has approved the first mobile coffee kiosk to operate in a Logan park.

Morning Glory has been given permission to sell coffee from a van at Underwood Park.

Cr Lisa Bradley welcomed Council’s decision to allow the venture in one of the city’s most popular parks.

“This is the first time a coffee van has been approved to operate in a Logan park,” Cr Bradley said.

“I hope this encourages more businesses of a similar nature to register for the opportunity to open in public spaces such as parks.

“Underwood Park already draws a lot of foot traffic so whether it’s grabbing a coffee on a morning walk or maybe enjoying a coffee in the park, I’m sure this will be popular.”

Certain types of commerce are permitted in parks; however, anyone interested in starting a business in a Logan park must contact Council for advice.

COUNCILLOR LISA BRADLEY 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

Courting the future of netball in Logan Logan’s sporting future is looking even brighter with another state-of-the-art facility now open.

Three courts at Ewing Park, Woodridge have a new Rebound Ace surface to replace the old bitumen surface.

The courts have also been extended to Queensland Netball Association standards and fixed hoops have been added.

Drainage has also been improved to make the courts safer after wet weather.

The work, totalling $275,850, was funded by a contribution from Logan City Council of $175,850 and $100,000 from the Queensland Government’s ‘Get Playing Places and Spaces’ program.

Ewing Park is the home ground of the Logan City Netball Association (LCNA) and is used by around 355 players in 32 teams.

Councillor Russell Lutton said clubbased participation in netball had significantly increased over the past few years.

“The courts were getting used most nights of the week and unfortunately

the old bitumen surface just wasn’t up to scratch,” he said.

“The new surface and fixed nets mean the players have the same high-quality surface used by other clubs.

“Currently the LCNA is the only association in Logan with the number of courts required to host State Championships and the upgrade will enhance their capacity to stage big events.

WORKS IN PROGRESS If you’ve been down Connor and Winifred streets lately you’ll have noticed some works going on.

“So this is a win for netball and also a big win for Logan.”

Council is replacing storm water drainage inlets and selected sections of kerb and channel—with as little disruption as possible.

LCNA secretary Terri Noakes said the courts that were chosen for the upgrade were in the floodlit area of the park.

The work should be finished by the end of September and will improve stormwater run-off.

“We couldn’t run a night competition with the old courts, but now we can,” she said.

In the meantime keep an eye out for trucks!

“We’re grateful for the funding for the new courts—it’s something that we’ve been putting to good use.”

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

Logan Walk 2 Cure MS

Councillor Steve Swenson and Penelope Miller wearing Team Cure MS t-shirts; Mike Gallagher, President of Saints Rugby Club; and Clancy Feuerriegel, MS Queensland’s Community Fundraising Coordinator

The inaugural Logan Walk 2 Cure MS event will kick off at 2.30pm with 3km and 6km walks starting at 4pm on Saturday, 23 September at Meakin Park.

The event aims to raise awareness of multiple sclerosis (MS) and also to raise funds for research into better treatments and ultimately, a cure for MS. Councillor Steve Swenson said that the event was inspired by his friend, Penelope Miller.

“My good friend Penelope was diagnosed with MS a couple of years ago. In support of her journey we have participated in the MS Walk at South Bank,” Cr Swenson said.

“I noticed that there’s no event here in Logan, and there’s a lot of people that travel all the way from Logan or don’t go because it’s right in town.

“So it’s a great cause to get behind to help find a cure, and it’s an opportunity to have something here in Logan that locals can join.”

Four Australians are diagnosed with MS every working day. MS strikes people in the prime of their lives—the average age of diagnosis is 30 years.

Ms Miller said that before she was diagnosed, she did not know what MS was.

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“I was walking down our hallway and I couldn’t walk straight. I was doing a teaching degree at the time and I had such brain fog, I couldn’t actually work out what the assignment was that I needed to do. Lots of tingling in my hands, that sort of a thing,” she recalled.

“It is a progressive disease, and whilst we look like we’re fine, there are people who are in nursing homes who have a really aggressive form of the disease.”

Ms Miller said that for her, the Logan Walk 2 Cure MS event is about providing hope for people who have MS. There will be live entertainment along the walks.

For more details or to sign up for the Logan Walk 2 Cure MS, go to: www.teamcurems.org.au

Cynthia Crescent retaining wall upgraded A new retaining wall in the central road reserve area of Cynthia Crescent, Springwood has been completed.

Cr Steve Swenson said the project was funded from Council’s 2016/2017 Capital Roadworks and Drainage Program.

“The retaining wall, which is two metres high and 150 metres long, will help reduce erosion on the slope and improve the road reserve area’s overall stability and safety,” Cr Swenson said.

The project also involved installing a new safety fence at the top of the retaining wall and batter treatment works in the road reserve area.

MOBILE OFFICE Thursday, 7 September 2017 1.30pm-4pm

Tanah Merah Shops, 57 Tansey Dr, Tanah Merah

COUNCILLOR STEVE SWENSON Chairperson City Lifestyle and Customer Services Phone: 3412 3412 Email: steveswenson@logan.qld.gov.au 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.

comes to Logan 6 - 10 September This year the Brisbane Writers Festival celebrates its 55th anniversary and Logan will be hosting two FREE satellite events at the Logan North Library, Underwood. Bookings for the two events listed below are essential through www.loglib.org/bwf17 or by phoning 3412 4140.

FASHION IS FREEDOM: HOW A GIRL FROM TEHRAN BROKE THE RULES TO CHANGE HER WORLD Logan North Library: Thu 7 Sep – 6pm to 7.30pm.

Join fashion designer Tala Raassi, as she shares her journey from imprisonment and receiving forty lashes for the crime of wearing a mini-skirt in her homeland of Iran.

Tala was 16 at the time when government-backed militants raided a mixed house party she was attending. Twenty years later she is the founder of an international clothing label Dar Be Dar, based in the United States.

In 2012, Ms Raassi was named as one of Newsweek’s most fearless women alongside Hillary Clinton.

Last year she published her first book: Fashion is Freedom.

This is a special In Conversation event that will be recorded in front of a live audience.

FROM THE EDGE – AUSTRALIA’S LOST HISTORIES Logan North Library: Sat 9 September 11am to 12.30pm.

Award winning historian Mark McKenna will retrace histories, including the central drama of our past – the encounter between Aboriginal and non-indigenous Australians, featured in his book From the Edge Australia’s Lost Histories – winner of the 2012 Prime Minister’s Literary Award.

The book recounts four extraordinary events detailing the interactions between cultures, including a 700 km journey by shipwrecked sailors overland from the Bass Strait to Sydney, in 1797, that was only possible with unexpected assistance from Aborigines.

Bookings are essential: go to www.loglib.org/bwf17 or phone 3412 4140.

The Brisbane Writers Festival has something for everyone. Bookings for both events are essential. A full program and ticketing information is available at www.uplit.com.au for events held outside Logan.

INTERACTIVE POETRY WORKSHOP Logan North Library: Tues 5 September 6pm to 7.30pm.

David Stavanger an award-winning poet, performer and cultural producer will be visiting Logan North Library.

He will be holding an interactive Queensland Writers Centre workshop, to introduce participants to some of the key elements of writing poetry including: devices such as simile and extended metaphor, rhythm and rhyme, line breaks, concrete VS abstract imagery, free verse, active voice, and how to best choose a beret for all weather conditions.

It will help emerging writers to find their own strange poetic voice, and may even open the cage/page door a little wider...

Logan North Library: corner Sports Dr and Springwood Rd, Underwood. Details at www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on Bookings are essential phone: 3412 4140.

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DIARY OF A WOMBAT Meet Mothball, the naughtiest wombat in Australia. Bored with her daily routine, Mothball goes in search of shelter and food, creating chaos in the lives of the humans around her.

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THURSDAY 7 SEPTEMBER, 4.30PM FRIDAY 8 SEPTEMBER, 10.30AM & 1PM Entry $15pp Group 8+/Members $12pp Recommended for ages 3—9.

Monkey Baa uses the magic of puppetry and live music to bring this delightful story for ages 3+ to the stage.

Based on the book by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley

BULLETS VS HAWKS FRI 22 SEP, 7PM

LOGAN METRO INDOOR SPORTS CENTRE Tickets on sale soon via loganentertainmentcentre.com.au

EVENTS QUEENSLAND CAKE EXPO 1 to 3 September, Friday 10.30am to 4pm and Saturday/Sunday 9am to 4pm Logan Entertainment Centre. Tickets from www.qldcakeexpo.com.au or 3412 4770 LOGAN VILLAGE MUSIC AND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Sunday 10 September, Logan Village Green 9am to 3pm EARLY YEARS BABY EXPO - PREGNANCY - PREP EVENT Wednesday 13 September, 10am to 1pm. Salvation Army 123 Paradise Rd, Slacks Creek BEENLEIGH SHOW Saturday 16 September, Beenleigh Showgrounds PAPUA NEW GUINEA INDEPENDENCE CULTURAL DAY Saturday 16 September, Bill Norris Oval Beenleigh 8am to 4pm LOGAN RUNNING FESTIVAL BERRINBA WETLANDS Sunday 17 September, 6.30am to 4pm. Distances of 42km – 1km distances www.active. com/crestmead-qld/running/distance-running-races/logan-running-festival-2017 IMAGINATION FESTIVAL LAUNCH MAYES COTTAGE FREE Monday 18 September, 10am- 2pm 20 Mawarra Street Kingston. www.logan.qld.gov.au/imagination CAMP CABLE 75TH ANNIVERSARY FAMILY EVENT Saturday 23 September. 2pm to 8pm. St Clares Primary School, Combs St, Yarrabilba.

CHIN NEW YEAR Friday and Saturday 29 to 30 September, 9am to 5pm. Sports day at Woodridge State High School followed by traditional dances, costume shows, free food and music at the Kingston Butter Factory 6pm to 10pm (both evenings).

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The four stunning TUESDAY 26 SEPTEMBER, individual voices Doors open 10am for an 11am start of Belladiva Table Entry $21.50pp come together to (morning tea included) perform intricate Table Group 8+/Members $20.50pp (morning tea included) arrangements Balcony $20.50pp of best-loved Balcony Group 8+/Members $19pp classics from opera to pop.

Post-show dining available.

Everything from Bookings essential 07 3412 5626. the Flower Duet to Blackbird.

Beautiful, soaring and ethereal one minute, intimate, tender and sweet the next.

EATS AND BEATS Friday 29 September, 5pm to 9pm IKEA and Logan SuperCentre forecourt. 3525 Pacific Hwy Springwood.

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Phone: 07 3412 5626 Online: loganentertainmentcentre.com.au

For further information go to www.mustang.org.au

In person: Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central QLD 4114 - Monday to Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm

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Children’s Festival

16 September – 1 October 2017

Robots rule at ImagiNation The popular ImagiNation Children’s Festival is back for the September school holidays with plenty of fun and activities packed into just 16 days between 16 September and 1 October!

Designed for families with children 12 and younger the festival features activities which inspire children to explore their talents and creative potential.

There’s lots of fun activities involving art, sports, cooking, chocolate making, robotics, poetry and music being held across the city.

The festival launch will be held on Monday, 18 September between 10am – 2pm at Mayes Cottage, 20 Mawarra St, Kingston—with plenty of free activities and prizes including a Name the festival monster competition.

If your children have excess energy to burn off there’s high energy bubble soccer (played in a zorb), or if you wish to exercise your mind, Brain strain rhyming workshops with popular author and illustrator Chris Collin.

Registrations for the Logan Dirty Dinosaur Mud Play event, which will be held in Logan Central on Saturday 30 September, open online at 8am Saturday 26 August at www.logandirtydinosaurs.eventbrite. com.au

Teenagers will be hands-on in robot workshops where they will meet JD and Six. JD is a humanoid robot that walks, talks and even does push-ups. Six is a six legged robot that moves around like a spider.

Primary school aged children will encounter mBot and will then get to program a beetle, mantis or crazy frog robot at the ImagiNation Festival’s Walking with robots workshop.

If you’re looking for even more robots, check out the creative Art Bots at the Logan Art Gallery.

To find out more go to: www.logan.qld.gov.au/imagination

Bookings are essential for both FREE and ticketed events.

Go to: www.logan.qld.gov.au/imagination

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YEAR OLDS

FREE 5-17 YEARS

FREESTYLE BMX Just one of our exciting school holiday KRANK activities. Check out www.logan.qld.gov.au/krank for more information.

FLIPSIDE CIRCUS WORKSHOPS

SCHOOL HOLIDAY

FUN

Roll Up! Roll Up! Come and join Flipside Circus Trainers and learn a range of new circus skills.

TUESDAY 19 SEPTEMBER, 9AM AND 1PM (All abilities session) Flipperoos camp 4 to 7 years (3 hours) $15 WEDNESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER, 9AM 15 Tricks in 1 day 8 to 16 years (1 day) $30 Logan Entertainment Centre.

Bookings essential. Phone 3412 5626.

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DIVISION 4 NEWS GTEK Program students with Councillor Koranski (centre), from left to right: Ruben Kanafani, Naomi Thompson, John Carnevale, Jaidyn Dean, Bella Allen

Rewards system recognises gifted and talented students Windaroo Valley State High School is rolling out a rewards system specifically for students in its Gifted, Talented and Extension Kids (GTEK) Program, thanks to $1,250 in divisional funding.

According to Jason Hassard, Windaroo Valley State High School’s Deputy Principal, the number of students in the GTEK Program has doubled in the last year.

Cr Koranski said she was delighted that Windaroo Valley State High School had taken on board the GTEK Program.

“We used to run one class per junior year level for Years 7 to 9, but now we’re running two classes, with approximately 170 students in the program,” he said.

“The school does great work—and it’s important that all students are recognised for their gifts and talents,” she said.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing the great heights that these students will achieve throughout the program.”

GTEK is a long-standing academic program for high-achieving students and has produced many students who have secured promising career pathways after leaving school.

The GTEK Program at Windaroo Valley State High School is highly regarded by parents and by local primary schools.

The number of students who apply each year for the program reflects the program’s excellent reputation in the community.

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Students in the GTEK Program are in a class together for the majority of their subjects. They are also involved in extension activities in those classes, as well as extra-curricular activities, such as study nights and national academic competitions.

“These are all great kids who strive to do their best academically,” Mr Hassard said.

However, there is no recognition or awards system specifically for students in the GTEK Program. “Currently, the only awards that are being given to

students are related to their behaviour,” Mr Hassard explained.

“There is no special recognition for academic achievement.

“Thanks to the funding, we will be able to implement a rewards system specifically for students in the GTEK Program to recognise their academic performance and improvement.

“The rewards system will have a tremendously positive effect on our students.”

Mr Hassard added that he would ask the students for their input into what type of rewards system they would find most beneficial to them.

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

Generously paying it forward Bill Watson of Loganlea has a daughter with a disability and knows what a struggle it can be to do things most people take for granted.

“We were in Launceston and we had to travel two blocks to find a toilet for people with a disability,” he said.

“When we got there it said it was only open 9am to 4pm.

“Things like that happen all the time.”

He could easily have built a new house for his daughter, but instead, he decided to ‘pay it forward’ and build a duplex for other people with a disability near his home in Loganlea.

“Everyone’s been so supportive, we couldn’t have done it without so many generous people and companies helping us out,” Mr Watson said.

Councillor Jon Raven with Bill Watson in the new duplex at Appian Way

Your views on fishing at Tygum Park Councillor Jon Raven is asking for public feedback on whether fishing should continue at Tygum Park.

After a series of incidents involving birdlife being entangled in lines and hooks, Councillor Raven said the possibility of banning fishing needs to be considered.

“The recent death of a black swan due to a fishing hook has greatly distressed a number of residents,” Cr Raven said.

“We have had other incidents where birds and turtles have been injured by abandoned hooks and lines.

“I know fishing is a very popular hobby, and that it’s carp and other species of pest fish which are being removed from the lagoon. I am happy to go with whatever option the public decides, so it’s important that as many people as possible have their say. I’ve had suggestions to ban fishing outright, to leave it as is, or to restrict fishing to one line per person (which must be attended at all times).

“My son’s an architect so that came in handy, Whiteside Homes was very good as well.

“Kleenmaid, Caroma and Kresta helped out with the fixtures and fittings, appliances and blinds.”

Bill is now negotiating with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to find suitable tenants.

Cr Jon Raven said the homes would increase the independent living options available to disabled people in Logan.

“What Bill has done is phenomenal, and I’d encourage anyone who is thinking of partnering with the NDIS to build homes for people with a disability to really consider it,” Cr Raven said.

The duplex at Appian Way has been built to strict specifications that allow people with spinal injuries a level of independence and easy access to the facilities.

The NDIS will become available in the City of Logan from 1 July 2018.

For further information about eligibility and enrollment in the NDIS go to: www.ndis.gov.au/ndis-access-checklist.html

“As always, it’s the minority of people doing the wrong thing that are causing the problems. I know most people who fish are careful to keep track of their lines and hooks.”

Councillor Raven invited people who wished to discuss the issue to contact him directly.

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 A new dog off-leash area has been installed in Loganholme’s Tudor Park—using an innovative combination of fencing and natural barriers to contain its occupants.

Dogs off the leash in Tudor Park

Councillor Stacey McIntosh said native plantings around the edges provided a natural barrier, a first for Logan’s dog parks.

“The area also incorporates many sustainable initiatives; such as solar lighting and furniture and equipment created from 120,000 recycled plastic bags,” she said.

“The enclosed 9,000 square metres for larger dogs lets them run, socialise and play without inhibition, while there is still a sizeable area of 2,000 metres for smaller dogs to enjoy.

“This is a great area for the community to gather and meet with their dogs.”

Councillor McIntosh with Andrea Jewell and her Border Collie Sasha

Little sharks at Meadowbrook There are sharks lurking out at Meadowbrook—but they’re not the aquatic variety.

Instead, the sharks are members of the Springwood Little Athletics Association, more commonly known as the Springwood Sharks.

During its September - March season the club inhabits the Loganlea Picnic Grounds which they’ve lovingly named ‘Shark Park’.

Centre Manager, Rob Jol said the association was gearing up for the formal launch of the 2017-2018 season on 16 September.

“Sign-on started last month, but we are still able to register anyone who might be interested in taking part in our junior program,” Mr Jol said.

Originally based at the Springwood State School, the club has been going strong for about 30 years.

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“There used to be a junior and a senior club, but now only the junior club is in operation, catering for age groups up to under 17s, with participants as young as three-years old.”

Mr Jol said the association was a great way to introduce children to the world of athletics.

Competitive events are held each Saturday morning between 8am and 11am.

The season runs until the end of March 2018.

Enquiries about the club can be directed to 0407 744 698 or email: admin@springwoodsharks.org.au

“It gives them experience in everything from long jump and high jump to hurdles and running,” he said.

“Once they reach the under 11s age group we also introduce them to triple jump and javelin.

“We have a strong coaching team and program which helps the children learn how to compete in the different events.”

The Springwood Sharks train on Monday and Wednesday nights.

COUNCILLOR STACEY MCINTOSH Phone: 3412 3412 Email: staceymcintosh@logan.qld.gov.au Division 6: Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

SEPTEMBER IS DYSTONIA AWARENESS MONTH

Battling a rare condition starts with awareness A Logan woman has made it her mission to highlight a little-known syndrome that affects approximately three in 1000 people in Australia.

The condition is so rare and misunderstood that it took 12 years before a neurologist finally diagnosed Sharon Easdale with dystonia after it nearly took her life.

“The real tragedy is that had I been diagnosed earlier maybe it could have been slowed,” said Sharon.

“Even now GPs and specialists ask me to explain what dystonia is and I end up having to refer them to my neurologist when the questions get too detailed.”

Sharon, 52 of Rochedale South, said lack of community awareness had added to the impact of the condition.

“I’ve made it my mission to find other people who may be experiencing the symptoms and raise awareness in the community.

“I have facial and multifocal dystonia, which pulls on all your muscles and distorts your expression. When I have spasticity it disfigures me and my tongue will hang out, the pain is never ending and widespread.

“My head hangs to the right due to involuntary muscle spasms.

It causes vision and speech problems, balance issues, vertigo, motion sickness and an inability to communicate and understand.

“I know it looks bad—I’ve even been refused service at a pharmacy when I was in this state.”

Sharon said the initial symptoms of the incurable and progressive condition were subtle.

“I was 32 and working as a paralegal and model when I started to feel very fatigued,” she said.

“My initial diagnosis was chronic fatigue brought on by stress, but eventually the symptoms resembled Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis, with shaking and involuntary tremors.

“It became life threatening when I got laryngeal dystonia causing me to “dry drown” as my larynx went into spasm, it was only after this event that I was diagnosed.”

Sharon now gets by with the support of her partner, who provides full-time care.

Shedding light on dystonia has become Sharon’s focus as the disease has progressed to her arms and legs.

“I have to plan ahead if I need to communicate or socialise. I receive a round of Botox injections every 10 weeks, which take a fortnight before the spasticity will release—but the injections wear off after four to five weeks.

“I also need to receive infusions in a hospital every 14 days, on top of daily medication,” she said.

“I have such a narrow window in which to communicate but I’m determined to make something good come out of something bad— so I’m doing my best to spread the word and provide support to others.”

To find out more about dystonia go to www.brainfoundation.org.au/disorders/dystonia

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LEARN TO SWIM CLASSES The Kids Alive do the Five FREE program runs from 25 September to 29 September at the Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre.

The program consists of five free consecutive swimming lessons and is available for children from four months to 12 years old.

Bookings are taken from 19 September at 9.30am via the LEC ticket box office or on 3412 5645.

The program is designed to encourage all children in Logan to at least have some swimming experience.

Kids Alive do the Five is a condensed program of swimming lessons, based on the Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School’s regular swim term of 11 lessons.

This popular community initiative was the first Council-funded program of this type when it started in September 2012.

The Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School program has four 11 week terms.

Swim School operates morning lessons Tuesday to Sunday and afternoon lessons Monday to Fridays.

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The swim school is an awardwinning program with guidance from International Hall of Fame 2017, Gold medal winning Olympic Coach and learn to swim master, Laurie Lawrence.

POOL OPENING TIMES

Maximum practice time and perfect practice makes perfect swimmers is the stand out point of difference with the Swim School. Cost is $198 per term and a family discount is available.

Mon to Fri 5.30am to 8pm, Sat 7am to 5pm, Sun 8am to 5pm

Aqualogan Swim School operates from the Beenleigh Aquatic Centre. The Swim School is only held in summer so there are only two nine week terms.

Lessons are normally held Monday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons 3.30pm - 5.30pm, Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm, but are subject to change, depending on client needs.

Call 3287 2163 for further information and bookings. Cost is $120.

Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre, Sports Dr, Underwood is open all year

Bethania Aquatic Centre, 88 Station Rd, Bethania will re-open on Monday 18 September School holiday hours Mon to Sun 10am to 5pm Beenleigh Aquatic Centre, City Rd Beenleigh will re-open Monday 25 September Mon to Fri 6am to 6pm, Sat 7am to 5pm, Sun 9am to 5pm Eagleby Aquatic Centre, Cowper Ave, Eagleby will re-open Tuesday 3 October Mon to Fri 7am to 9am, afternoons 3pm to 6pm, Sat and Sun 10am to 5pm Note: re-opening times are subject to change.

Time to prepare for storm season Severe weather, such as storms, typically occurs between September and March. Storms can produce damaging winds, hail and heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding, and can sometimes bring down power-lines.

So what can you do to make sure that you are as safe as possible during and after a storm?

The key is early preparation. Now is the time to clear out rain gutters, trim overhead branches from around your home and secure items such as trampolines, that can be picked up in strong winds. Council has put together a video which provides tips on how to prepare for natural disasters, which is available on our website at www.logan.qld.gov.au/community-support/ disasters-and-emergencies/preparing-for-an-emergency Storms often hit about the same time school finishes, so it is a good idea to make sure your children know what to do if there is a storm—such as finding shelter in a public building or remaining at school until the storm has passed.

It is also a good idea to have an emergency kit at home. Some of the essential items to have in your emergency kit include: battery-operated radio with spare batteries, first aid kit, bottled water, canned food, copies of important documents, and don’t forget to include items for any pets or animals.

Preparing your family and your home and planning what to do in advance is the key to taking the worry out of the potential impacts of severe weather.

Logan City Council residents can get all the information they require on preparing for, responding to and recovering from natural disasters on Council’s website at www.logan.qld.gov.au/community-support/disasters.

Be Pet Smart program for children Council’s Be Pet Smart program is offered to Early Learning Childhood Centres (3+ years), primary schools, Out of School Hours Care (OSHC), community groups and even at community events.

It’s a FREE program that provides a 45-minute interactive presentation, which links directly to the Australian Curriculum.

The key focus is to teach children about bite/attack prevention techniques and how to safely interact with domestic pets and responsible pet ownership.

Each student will receive a Be Pet Smart Activity Book and certificate. A Teachers Resource Guide will be supplied to each class/group booked.

To book a presentation for more than 10 children please contact 3412 5397 or email amc@logan.qld.gov.au

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DIVISION 7 NEWS C

Harnessing the roller skaters of the future Most nights of the week you’ll find Digi Roller Skating Rink at Hillcrest a hive of activity with skaters of all varieties on a roll.

The nationally-recognised Revolutions Roller Sports Club is one of the many that use the facility for training and hosting events.

But until now they’ve been missing a vital piece of equipment that would make their skaters really take off—literally.

Two harnesses that allow a roller figure skater to safely jump and perform aerial manoeuvers have been purchased, using a combination of Logan City Council, Greenbank RSL and Queensland Government funding.

“The Revolutions Roller Sports Club has produced many fine young performers and this harness will allow them to raise the bar when it comes to their skills and training,” Cr Laurie Smith said.

“I’m proud to support this club and I look forward to seeing the Revolutions Rollers competing again on the national stage.”

Club president Greg Peck said the harnesses were an essential tool for training.

“It minimises accidents and allows the skaters to do things that would be risky without a harness,” he said.

“It would have taken the club a long time to save up for these, so Logan City Council, Greenbank RSL and the Queensland Government have really made a big difference and we’re grateful for that.”

Revolutions Roller Sports Club teaches roller figure skating at competition and social levels.

Councillor Laurie Smith and Jeff Smith, Greenbank RSL Club President, with Imogen Dolder from the Revolutions Roller Sports Club, trying out the new equipment

New lick of paint for popular park Punter Park at Greenbank has a new lease of life.

Council has cleaned and repainted the existing play equipment including a swing set, slide, rocker, see-saw and climbing frame.

The colours for the playground mirrors the colour scheme of the Boronia Bushland Reserve.

Councillor Laurie Smith said the park was well used and the new changes would be appreciated.

“Punter Park has been a great local drawcard for many years,” he said.

“This will make it even more attractive to the families that use it and the upgrade is of such a quality that the benefits should last for quite a few years.

“Parks are important spaces that foster community spirit and allow families to be active. Our Council is committed to making sure they continue to be used.”

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

Repurposed shelters shade Park Ridge State School What becomes of old bus shelters, when the bus doesn’t stop there anymore? Are they torn down and scrapped?

Not in the City of Logan, where Council is working with Park Ridge State School to turn disused bus shelters into solid shade structures for students.

The shelters no longer comply with State regulations for Translink routes, so they can’t be used for public transport, taxis, dial-a-ride or share ride, or buses.

But, they’ll make perfect shade structures in the Stop, Drop and Go Zone where the Park Ridge State School community has been working with Division 8 Councillor Cherie Dalley, Queensland Police Service, and Member for Logan, Linus Power, to improve the safety of students.

School principal Peter James said the school had sought Council’s advice to improve traffic flow and safety and was implementing those recommendations.

“We’ve identified the need for better signage and directions in the public carpark, along with changing the timing of the traffic lights on Mt Lindesay Highway,” Mr James said.

The first ever bus stop was built in England in the township of Bishop’s Stortford in 1890 to provide safety, convenience and efficiency.

“What we also need though, is shelter for students who are waiting for their ride home—to protect them from the sun—as well as storms and rain.

“Having these shelters will provide a clearer collection point and navigation for vehicles at peak times.

“We’re extremely grateful to Council for its help and contribution.”

The project is in the early stages of design but one thing’s for sure, it fits in with Council’s three Rs of a sustainable future: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

Overseas, bus shelters have been repurposed as coffee shops and cafes, market stalls, bike corrals, arbours and greenhouses and even free libraries.

If you have a community use for an old bus shelter, let us know!

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

Crossing supervisor approved for Logan Reserve State School A crossing supervisor has been approved for the School Rd crossing outside of the Logan Reserve State School.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said he had been actively working with Council, residents and the school over the past two years to provide improved safety for students crossing School Rd. “The school safety and crossing situation is well-known and generally acknowledged as needing attention,” he said.

Members of the school P&C said the crossing had been identified as a priority but had been a long time coming.

“We have been fighting for this crossing since 2010 but have had to overcome numerous hurdles because of changes in government, changes to funding and rule changes,” said P&C President Sue Forbes.

Cr Pidgeon said he had campaigned for the installation of a pedestrian refuge to make it safer for people to cross going to and from the school.

“Unfortunately an unsupervised zebra crossing couldn’t be installed at this location because it is simply too dangerous. There are very rigid rules around where and when these are installed.”

Cr Pidgeon said Council assisted in making an application to the Department of Transport to get a crossing supervisor for the location.

“The school had to make the application and Council provided assistance. We were advised in early June that the State Government had given approval to allocate and fund a lollypop person for School Rd,” he said.

“Council will support this with the appropriate works to be undertaken in the September holidays to enable the lollypop person to be in place for the final term of the year.

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This is a fantastic outcome for the community and shows what can be achieved when we work together.”

Soon to be under the watchful eye of a school crossing supervisor L-R (back): Kim Fallows, Sue Forbes, Julie-Ann Bladon and Phil Remaili. Front: Max Bladon, Geoffrey Bladon, Jack Fallows and Blake Remaili

Council continues commitment to improving rural roads Council’s Gravel Roads and Shoulder Sealing (GRASS) program aims to minimise nuisance dust, protect the existing pavement and improve road safety for the travelling public.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said the GRASS program continued to receive very positive feedback and would continue to benefit roads in Division 9.

“This year 1,500 metres of Wendt Rd and 600 metres of Featherstone Rd in Chambers Flat are set to be improved,” he said.

Since the program started in the 2014/2015 financial year a number of roads across Division 9 have been upgraded.

• 2014/15 Bamsey Rd first 500 metres of gravel project • 2015/16 Bamsey Rd last 500 metres of gravel project • 2016/17 Hawkins Road 1,110 metres boundary road (shared with Division 4) • 2016/17 Derby Road 885 metres gravel project.

“Not only is there a significant reduction in dust on the road once the sealing is completed but it also improves the safety of road users.

“Council is serious about improving rural roads and feedback from rural road users has been, ‘it makes a big difference’.”

COUNCILLOR PHIL PIDGEON Chairman City Infrastructure Phone: 3412 3412 Email: philpidgeon@logan.qld.gov.au 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.

Was your business affected by flooding?

Free counselling is being offered to small business owners and members of their immediate families who are recovering from the effects of flooding in Logan early April.

Logan labelled as top distribution centre

Psychologists will be visiting Logan in September and October and will be at:

Avery Dennison has opened a Five Green Star-rated facility at Berrinba as its distribution hub for the east coast of Australia.

• Caddies Community Care Centre, South St, Jimboomba, on 12 September and 10 October;

The centre incorporates modern technologies to rapidly distribute labels, graphic materials and reflective products with next-day delivery to customers in Brisbane and Sydney.

Located in the South West 1 industrial estate on Council’s award-winning masterplanned 40-hectare mixed industry and business precinct the Avery Dennison facility has the distribution centres for Sigma Pharmaceuticals, DHL and Tyco as neighbours.

Chris Kilgour, Commercial Director Label and Packaging Materials, Avery Dennison Australia said the new distribution centre provided a fast and efficient response to customers assisted by location and technology.

“This site was chosen as it is strategically located, less than a half-hour drive to Brisbane’s airports, central business district; and interstate motorways,” he said.

“We’ve made the operation even more efficient by incorporating modern technologies in this new sales and warehousing hub, to ensure fast and efficient response to customers’ requirements.”

More than 20 staff are employed at the largely solar powered site, which runs 24 hrs a day five days a week.

• Logan Central Family Clinic, Station Rd, Logan Central, on 6 and 20 September and 4 and 18 October.

If you would like to have a discussion or arrange an appointment, the service is accessible by calling 1300 763 168 between 7am and 7pm Monday to Friday.

The counselling is being provided as part of the Queensland Government’s Tourism and Small Business Recovery Package for flood and cyclone-affected areas.

For more information about the Wellness Architects counselling service contact: www.wellnessarchitects.com.au/ counselling-services/small-businessrecovery/

More than 570 jobs advertised on new jobs portal In its first two months of going live, loganjobs. com.au has listed more than 570 local jobs. loganjobs.com.au is a Logan City Council initiative to link job-seekers with local employers.

The site is free for employers and job-seekers.

All you need to do is visit the website to search for jobs to receive tailored job alerts.

Find out more: www.loganjobs.com.au www.facebook.com/loganjobs.com.au

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‘GO FISH!’ Competition for Kids The KRANK School Holiday program is excited to host its first fishing competition for five to 11-year-olds these school holidays.

Get ready to ‘GO FISH!’ with prizes awarded for catching various species of pest fish. There will be rods and reels up for grabs and even a kayak as a lucky door prize. It will be a great day for the whole family with sausage sizzle and drinks available for purchase and plenty of other fishing games and activities for those who don’t wish to compete.

Rods, reels and bait will be available for use free of charge. Parents and carers are required to stay on-site during the competition. There are 160 spaces available and bookings are essential.

Please contact 2 Bent Rods on 0403 713 820 or sam@2bentrods. com.au to register for the event which will take place on Saturday 23 September 8am 2pm at Demeio Park, Marsden.

There are plenty of other activities available as part of KRANK from Saturday 16 September until Sunday 1 October 2017. Bookings are essential and open a week before each school holiday period.

To view the September school holiday program, visit www.logan.qld.gov. au/krank.

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Library provides silky introduction When Deb Daly visited her local library to research silk art painting she didn’t expect to come away with a referral to a local artist, just five minutes from her Shailer Park home.

“I decided to take up art about three years ago after becoming aware that I was gradually losing my sight.

“As a trained colour consultant I’ve always been creative and I had always wanted to learn silk painting,” Deb said.

“I’d never found anyone in this area who taught silk painting so I went to the library with the intention of teaching myself—and that’s when Lynne, from the Hyperdome Library—told me about Sue Clarke.”

It turned out that Sue, who exhibited silk art in the library, regularly hosted local silk artists at her home.

“There are so many creative people who do art at home as a hobby, not realising how talented they are,” Sue said.

“The opportunities for creating unique, beautiful and most of all colourful works of art using silk really are endless,” Sue said.

Sue Clarke surrounded by expressions in silk

The group, which now has 11 members, uses a variety of techniques, textiles and dyes to produce wearable and practical art.

A free exhibition of the group’s silk painting titled: Silk Expressions will be held at the Logan Artists Association, Able Art Gallery, 27 Coral St, Loganlea 7 –13 September 10am-noon and an open day will be held on Saturday 9 September 10am-noon.

DIVISION 10 NEWS

Chantilly Park plan A masterplan for Chantilly Park on Gailes Rd, Cornubia will be delivered in stages, due to the large scale of the development.

Division 10 Councillor Darren Power said he was looking forward to seeing the project begin around October, weather permitting.

Cr Power said the first stage would involve installing fitness stations with a circuit footpath and a new shipwreck-themed sand playground.

The new sand playground equipment includes a ship adventure tower, swing set and sand diggers with an overhead shade sale.

“A pedestrian circuit around the fitness equipment stations will make it easier to access in all weather conditions,” he said.

“The new equipment will include an elliptical trainer, a step-up station, pull-up and leg raises, a leg press and a body twist and a stretch station.”

Cr Power said future improvements would be undertaken as funding became available.

“We also plan to eventually install picnic shelters, barbecues, water bubblers, bins, park signage and additional seating.

“I am sure the community will be pleased with the upgrades once they are completed and I encourage everyone to get outside and enjoy our local parks.”

Council shares plans for Norton Park A mini soccer pitch and lawn bowls green are proposed inclusions in a plan to revitalise Norton Park at Shailer Park.

“This park also frequently reaches capacity on weekends, school holidays and public holidays.

Councillor, Darren Power, said he wanted to let the community know about Council’s plans.

“It’s time to build a facility to accommodate the needs of the area.”

“At present the area is well vegetated; however, it does not form any wildlife corridors,” Cr Power said.

“We would like to partially clear the vegetation to build a much-needed new recreational park.

“The existing Shailer Pioneer Park only has a small section of space which can be used, as the majority of the land is prone to flooding.

Work on the project is expected to commence in early to mid-2018.

Cr Power said the estimated $1.2 million upgrade for the park would include a full sized tennis court, two table tennis tables and a small off-street carpark.

“A small infant’s playground will also be built next to the kindergarten,” he said.

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

World’s best heading for Jimboomba

Some of the best Supercross talent in the world will take to Jimboomba X Stadium this month and November.

Jimboomba will play host to the opening and final rounds of the Australian Supercross Championship on 23 September and 18 November.

Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the events, which are a huge coup for Jimboomba and the wider Logan region.

Top riders are competing: Justin Brayton from the United States, MX1 points leader Dean Ferris, and all the factory riders.

Adding to the community appeal will be a race day for amateurs and juniors. The events are familyfriendly and parking is easy.

Last year’s championships were a sell-out, so make sure you get prepaid tickets on the Jimboomba X Stadium Facebook page.

Good sign for road safety in Jimboomba Road safety in Division 11 has received some roadside assistance thanks to a new Road Safety Variable Message Signage (VMS) trailer being put to use in the Jimboomba area.

The solar-powered trailer allows the Queensland Police Service to remotely program the roadside sign to display different messages.

The trailer will also give notices of an oncoming incident, detour routes and local safety campaigns that can be moved around built-up, rural, or highway roads.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the new trailer, which is emblazoned with Queensland Police Service reflective signage and displays messages in different colours, would improve road safety awareness.

“In our part of the city, road conditions and access can change very quickly, particularly after extreme weather or in the event of a serious accident,” Cr Schwarz said.

“Police won’t be using this trailer to issue traffic infringements.

“The trailer is purely to increase driver awareness about changes to road conditions and increase the visibility of our road safety messages in the community.

The new VMS trailer was funded by Council through the Divisional Infrastructure and Capital Improvements Program at as cost of $33,000.

COUNCILLOR TREVINA SCHWARZ City Treasurer Phone: 3412 5511 Email: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au

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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

Beenleigh ready to celebrate 150 years In 1867, Beenleigh was changing from a small, close-knit farming community to a flourishing rural centre and thriving town.

The Beenleigh Post Office opened on 1 August 1867—and the first of many cane sugar mills was built.

Less than four years later the Beenleigh State School opened to provide an education to the children of farmers, builders and labourers who were moving to the area.

On Friday 3 November, people from across the community will come together for an evening gala ball, at the Beenleigh Events Centre, to acknowledge and celebrate Beenleigh’s growth and history.

The Beenleigh Post Office (Circa 1929) is now located in the Beenleigh Historical Village

On Sunday 5 November, the Beenleigh Historical Village will be the venue for a trip back in time with authentic Sunday activities and people wearing apparel of the era.

Councillor Jennie Breene said 150 years of history started with the opening of the Beenleigh Post Office in 1867.

“Beenleigh’s history is built on beef, dairy and cane farming. Buildings like the Beenleigh Artisan Distillery still stand today as examples of our early history,” Cr Breene said.

“We’ve seen plenty of change and growth to the north and south, but Beenleigh retains its own character and identity, so I encourage our residents, young and old, to join our celebrations in November.”

To find out more go to: www.visitlogan.com.au or visit www.facebook.com/Beenleigh150/

On Saturday 4 November, a free family fun day at Dauth Park will continue the celebrations – with a cricket match, fireworks, kids activities and plenty more.

Hot rod show revs up for September The annual Eliminators Hot Rod, Car and Bike Show will return to the Beenleigh Showgrounds this month.

The ‘show and swap meet’ has been bringing car and chrome enthusiasts to Beenleigh for 17 years and is one of the largest events of its kind in South-East Queensland.

The event is open to all makes and models, including custom motorcycles, and attracts up to 400 vehicles.

The swap meet kicks off at 6am, and the show starts at 8am.

Organiser Kerry Gray, from the Eliminators Hot Rod and American Car Club, said the popularity of the show had allowed the club to support a number of local charities over the years.

Each year the club donates to Family and Kids Care Foundation, Insync Youth Services in Beenleigh and the Logan SES.

Since the club was founded it has donated $100,000 to charities.

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Cr Breene said the club’s contribution to local charities was an added community benefit to a great event.

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“The more people who go through the gate to see these classic and unique cars, the more support we see for the local charities,” Cr Breene said.

Mt Warren Park Shopping Village, 140-146 Mt Warren Bvd, Mt Warren Park

3.30pm4.30pm

Eagleby Shopping Centre, 142-164 Fryar Rd, Eagleby

5pm-6pm

Beenleigh Mall, 40-68 Main St, Beenleigh

“This show has grown over the past 17 years and often attracts up to 3,000 people.”

Thursday, 7 September 2017

The event will be open to the public on 24 September from 6am (swap meet) 8am show.

To find out more, visit www.facebook. com/EliminatorsHotRodandCarShow/

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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NOT NOW, NOT EVER in Logan is the Community Response to Domestic and Family Violence.

As a community, we can aim to change attitudes and behaviours in the City of Logan to provide a safe and supportive community, where domestic and family violence is not tolerated and respectful relationships are the norm.

WANT TO HELP? Members of the community, local businesses, community organisations and sporting clubs can show their support by donating and/or agreeing to display important campaign materials throughout our local organisations.

TO DONATE: visit www.yfs.org.au/donations TO DISPLAY: contact logandfvcampaign@yfs.org.au For more information or to find out how you can help, please contact logandfvcampaign@yfs.org.au Also, make sure to LIKE and SHARE the Not Now, Not Ever Facebook page to help lead the way in preventing and reducing domestic and family violence in the City of Logan. www.facebook.com/NOTNOWNOTEVERinLogan/

GET BEHIND THE CAMPAIGN witH your suPport wE cAN HELP Put AN END to DoMEStic & fAmily VIolENCE iN ouR CoMmuNity LOGAN COMMUNITY RESPONSE TO DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE BUILDING INDEPENDENCE & PARTICIPATION

SEPTEMBER

WEEK OF ACTION

The Community Week of Action is a community safety and crime prevention collaboration between Council and the Queensland Police Service. This initiative engages community, government and nongovernment agencies from across the city to focus their resources and attention on community safety matters.

The September Week of Action will be delivered within the Council divisions of 7, 8, 9 and 11. A variety of community safety activities are planned for the week and community members encouraged to get involved in the free events that will be on offer.

For further information on activities within your community between 24 and 30 September visit: www.logan.qld.gov.au/community-support/ safety/week-of-action

How do you prefer to be consulted about local issues?

When it comes to having your say, do you think of yourself as a digital dynamo, lounge learner, nifty navigator or frequent flyer?

The easy way to find out is by taking a quiz devised by Logan City Council, to find out how our residents prefer to receive information and if they would like to be consulted about issues Council is considering.

The questionnaire also aims to find out what is of greatest interest to people in different age groups and locations, whether or not they actively look for information on certain topics and if they want to contribute their ideas and thoughts.

To take the quiz and provide your feedback go to: www. logan.qld.gov.au/haveyoursay and follow the questionnaire.

You might even find out something about yourself!

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Don’t miss the opportunity to have your say about Council’s new community engagement strategy, so that it can be tailored to include your preferences.

Checking your water meter regularly could save you water and money!

Many older homes in Logan are connected to the water supply by metal pipes that eventually rust through.

Even new houses can be affected if a joint hasn’t been properly tightened or joined.

Usually it’s easy to spot dripping pipes above ground, but underground, between your front tap and the water meter, is the most frequent place for hidden leaks to occur.

The good news is that it’s easy to check if you have a leak anywhere.

read the water meter and do some shopping.

When you return read the meter again.

If the reading has changed that means you have a leak.

It’s the property owner’s responsibility to find and fix leaks and pay for metered water consumption.

For more information on how to read your water meter and check for a leak, please visit Council’s water leaks page at www.logan.qld.gov.au/waterleaks or phone Council on 3412 3412.

Just choose a time when everyone will be out, turn off all the household taps,

KERBSIDE CLEAN UP SERVICES

Woodridge and North Logan Central (north of Wembley Rd including the northern side of Wembley Rd) – commencing 4 September

FREE Workshop

Composting and Worm Farming Saturday 9 September 10am to noon | Browns Plains Landfill 349 Browns Plains Rd, Heritage Park

Entrance via Recycle Way off Bayliss Road - look for the signs

Learn how to turn your organic waste into a free resource for your garden! information on how to establish and maintain a home composting and worm farming system lucky door prizes! Five compost bins up for grabs includes a free coach tour of the Browns Plains landfill children over 10 years old are welcome to attend REGISTRATIONS ARE ESSENTIAL, PLEASE CONTACT: Phone: 3457 2400 Email: loganwe@envirocom.com.au

Kingston, Berrinba and South Logan Central (south of Wembley Rd including the southern side of Wembley Rd) – commencing 18 September

Give tenants a tip Landlords and property managers are urged to consider sharing waste vouchers with their tenants as a way to encourage them to keep properties free from unwanted household items.

Four vouchers were provided with the most recent rates notices, or were sent separately to ratepayers who receive e-rates, to allow waste dumping at Council’s waste and recycling facilities at Browns Plains, Logan Village, Carbrook, Greenbank and Beenleigh.

The good news for Queensland Housing Department tenants is that they are able to obtain free vouchers by going to one of Council’s Customer Service Centres, in person with a tenancy agreement as proof of tenancy (no other documentation is acceptable).

Property managers of a non-strata titled, domestic multi-unit property, may be eligible to receive additional waste vouchers by contacting the Waste Administration Team on 3412 4219 to claim additional vouchers on behalf of residents.

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Stop declared pest plants springing up this season Our spring weather conditions favour another strong seasonal crop of weeds.

Landowners have a responsibility to keep an eye out for declared pest plants and to eradicate them on their property to prevent their uncontrolled spread.

As part of the Local Government Pest Management Plan Logan City Council targets and eradicates declared pest plants from roadsides, Council-owned land and public property—including water bodies.

Throughout the year, officers inspect properties for pest plants and may either place a card in the letter box for minor detections or issue an advice

Water Hyacinth

notice if a declared plant infestation is sighted on your property.

It is important to control pest plants as they compete with native plants for nutrients, sunlight and water.

Some pest plants smother and kill native plants, preventing regeneration, degrading biodiversity, outcompeting native species and reducing habitat for native animals.

Ecological changes to environments impact on native animals that depend on native flora for food and shelter.

In South East Queensland introduced pests such as Groundsel Bush, Salvinia, Water Hyacinth, Alligator Weed

and Honey Locust have the conditions to thrive as they have few natural predators and are less susceptible to disease, giving them an advantage over native species.

Council, in partnership with Biosecurity Qld, also introduce biological controls such as the Salvinia Weevil, Alligator Weed Flea Beetle and Groundsel rusts to help tip the scales on the ecological imbalance.

Council offers quotes to residents to spray declared pest plants on their property. Call 3412 3412 between 8am and 5pm on weekdays for an inspection, quote or advice.

Salvinia

Alligator Weed

Is your pet microchipped?

Did you know that microchipping for dogs is compulsory under state and local laws?

Having your pet microchipped greatly improves the odds of your pet being returned to you quickly and safely.

Unfortunately more than half of the pets that visit our Animal Management Centre do not have any form of identification.

Did you know that microchipping for dogs is compulsory under state and local laws?

Keeping our Best Friends Forever safe and happy is a priority for the Animal Care Team so we’re offering owners a variety of microchipping initiatives to get your pet microchipped at a discounted price Mobile Microchipping in collaboration with the RSPCA (microchip only) for cats and dogs, $20 at Crestmead Park, Gimlet St, Crestmead, on 9 September between 8 to 9.30am.

Chip-N-Dip – Microchip and hydrobath (dogs only), $25 at Riverdale Park, Armstrong Rd, Meadowbrook, on 30 September between 7.30am and 9.30am.

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Something special for the school holidays with Corey Parker For the first time in September I’m not totally focussed on football, or at least that’s what I’m telling Margaux and the kids this year.

While my weekends will be pretty full, working for FOX Sports, I’ll also be looking for a few distractions close to home to keep our four children occupied during the school holidays.

While it’s fairly new ground for me, asking other parents about what they do often helps and I’ve been getting some pretty sage advice—start by looking on the Logan City Council website.

I did—and a brief surf located more than 140 activities, many at little or no cost, which are all part of the ImagiNation Children’s Festival.

For 16 days over the school holidays there will be a range of action-packed events targeting 0-12-year-olds and with activities for teens up to 17 years old.

There’s a lot happening in almost every corner of Logan: • bubble soccer in a Zorb ball at Meadowbrook, • a freestyle BMX coaching clinic at Waller Park, • an animal farm at the Kingston East Community Centre, • the three day Cornubia Park Sports Carnival, • kayaking on the Albert River at Eagleby, • outdoor rock climbing at Yarrabilba, • walking with robots: at Greenbank Library; and • a family movie night at the Crestmead PCYC.

I’m told the Logan Dirty Dinosaurs – mud play adventure, for under 12-year-olds is not to be missed. While knee boarding at Cable Ski Logan is the place to go for the 8 to17-yearolds.

The good thing is that there’s much more to do during the fortnight than just amuse the kids.

There’s the Chiang Tian Temple, which is always great for a serene stop for a cup of tea or lunch, the Kingston Butter Factory, Daisy Hill Koala Park, Funderwood Hollow at Underwood Park or perhaps the Beenleigh Historical Village or Logan Village Museum tours may be worth a stop—just to show the kids what life was like before television!

As the saying goes ‘first in, best dressed’ so visit the website at www.logan.qld.gov.au/imagination for the full program. There’s nothing like a surprise outing to brighten up the day and create some great childhood memories.

The ImagiNation Children’s Festival launch will be held at Mayes Cottage, Kingston on Monday 18 September, with a free day of family-friendly activities between 10am and 2pm.

It’s hard to think of a better way to kick off the school holidays!

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