Quadzilla all set for games
Logan’s flood one year later
Volume 67 April 2018
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: Rebecca Smith
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Clay’s destiny delayed
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Our libraries are smarter!
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Logan’s flood one year on
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It’s a cool business
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Are you leaving your pet behind
Anzac Day 2018 services
News Editor: Martin King Writers: Zoe Krieg Martin King Julie Brumfield-Jones Ivy Ramos Sam Burgess Zane Jackson Rebecca Waters Jan Le Maitre Graphic design: Natalie Matthews Leisa Wright Vicky Fraser Front cover image: Trae Williams
MAYOR — Luke Smith
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.
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Representing Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Silverbark Ridge and Woodhill and part of Greenbank, Jimboomba, Glenlogan, Riverbend, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub.
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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DIVISION 3 — Cr Steve Swenson
Representing Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park and part of Park Ridge.
Forestdale
Browns Plains
Hillcrest Regents Park
Div 7
Boronia Heights
Div 3
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
Div 2
DIVISION 10 — Cr Darren Power
Priestdale
Div 1
Underwood
Logan Central
Park Ridge
Div 6 Waterford
Logan Reserve
Loganholme Eagleby
Edens Landing Holmview
Div 12 Beenleigh Mount Warren Park
Bahrs Scrub
Buccan
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Chambers Flat
Munruben North Maclean
New Beith
Windaroo Belivah Bannockburn
Div 9
Lyons
Wolffdene
South Maclean
Div 11
DIVISION 12 — Cr Jennie Breene Representing Eagleby, Beenleigh and part of Mt Warren Park.
Div 4 Monarch Glen Flinders Lakes
Undullah
Logan Village
Stockleigh
Silverbark Ridge
Div 10 Carbrook
Park Ridge South
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Flagstone
Riverbend Glenlogan Kagaru
Kairabah
Jimboomba Tamborine
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.
DIVISION 6 — Cr Stacey McIntosh Representing Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.
DIVISION 4 — Cr Laurie Koranski
Woodhill
Veresdale
Cedar Creek
Yarrabilba
Cedar Grove
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Representing Priestdale, Rochedale South and part of Daisy Hill, Underwood and Springwood.
Rochedale South
DIVISION 8 — Cr Cherie Dalley
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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.
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.
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A message from our Mayor Welcome to the April edition of Our Logan.
Launching Karen Tyrrell’s new children’s book Ready. Set. Discover Logan, which is set in a Logan City Council Library
The Commonwealth Games promises to be an exciting time for all, but for the competitors and their extended families and friends who call the City of Logan their home, it will be the experience of a lifetime. Trae Williams, featured on page 4, is one such competitor, who in February became Australia’s fourth-fastest ever 100m sprinter. Trained at home by his father Daniel, Trae is an example of an inspiring national star, with his feet firmly planted at home. Another home-grown prodigy is Clay Waterman 21, who will be competing in boxing’s light heavyweight division. Trained by his father and uncle, Clay has an impressive international record and is hoping success at the games will springboard his ambition to become an internationally-recognised professional. Still on a sporting note and featuring as the second in our series on super coaches is Brian Kerle, the former Assistant Olympic coach and member of the NBL Hall of Fame, who made the Brisbane Bullets the team to beat for more than a decade. These days Brian is still coaching and passing on his wisdom and enthusiasm through the
I recently visited the Family Place C&K at Woodridge and met (from left) Sarah Cowan, Callie Hooper, Debbie Miller, Donna Hanson, Penny Goodall, Mindy Russell, Glenn Hodgson and Kym Kukulies
Get Out, Get Active program at Logan Metro Sports Centre, encouraging residents to make lifestyle changes and create social connections. On a more sombre note, 31 March is the first anniversary of the floods which devastated many homes and businesses in our city. While the after-effects are still being felt by those people who lost their homes and livelihoods, the good news is that the O’Hello family and Tan Nguyen, a Waterford farmer, who are featured in this edition, are on the road to recovering.
Zarraffas Coffee Managing Director, Kenton Campbell joined me at the announcement of Council’s $1.5m Investment Attraction Incentives Fund
Significant investments to the M1, Mount Lindesay Hwy and a Salisbury to Beaudesert rail passenger service are needed now—so we’ll persist in reminding both state and federal governments that it’s a problem that won’t go away without significant infrastructure funding.
They are demonstrating how, through persistence, sheer hard work and the assistance of volunteers, charities—and people such as Bill Hoare, a former farmer who knows what it’s like to be hit by natural disaster—that recovery is possible, with the ongoing support of the community. On a closing note, persistence and resilience may, unfortunately, be the words of the month if traffic projections for the Commonwealth Games are correct. With the M1 operating at 110 per cent and public transport demand spiking during the games, we’re likely to get an unpalatable taste of the future.
Mayor Luke Smith City of Logan
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Logan’s powerhouse It’s not hard to see where Trae William’s competitive advantage lies.
need the power and the strength for that.
In February, Trae was dubbed ‘Quadzilla’ by the media as he became the fastest sprinter Australia has seen in 11 years, while qualifying for the Commonwealth Games.
“I know I need to focus a lot on technical work. My speed’s not going to change much but it’s the technical work in the last 50 metres of the race that I need to work on now—so that by the time the Tokyo Olympics come round I might have a better second half of the race.”
His time of 10.10 seconds for the 100m makes him the fourth fastest Australian on record and gave him a guaranteed start in the 100m sprint, as well as a probable place in the men’s 100m relay. It’s been a rapid rise to national prominence for the 20-year-old Regents Park resident who lives at home and trains exclusively under the direction of his father, Daniel. “My dad’s a good coach. He knows what he’s talking about and he gets me on the track every day. Most people have a professional coach, but what I’m doing is working for me and I can’t see any reason to change,” Trae said. The decision to become a competitive sprinter wasn’t clear-cut for Trae until just a few years ago. “Most of the time at high school I spent training between footy and athletics. I played rugby union for St John’s Anglican College and league for Souths Acacia Ridge. “The coaches were always keen to put me on the wing, but I preferred playing halfback, where you make the play,” he said. Injury played a role in Trae’s decision to choose sprinting over a promising football career. He snapped his tibia and fibia and damaged his growth plate (ankle) while playing football. “It wasn’t until I was 16, that I thought ‘maybe I can go somewhere with sprinting’. I fell in love with the sport, put time and effort into it and I’m now doing two, two-hour gym sessions, training sessions, speed, lactic endurance and track work most days,” he said. “I enjoy being in the gym, it helps. The main part of the race is the start—you 4
Trae said he was up against stiff competition, but with four personal best times in rapid succession and standing as ‘the fastest man in the world’, so far
this year, Trae’s rightfully hopeful. “With the crowd behind me at the Commonwealth Games, I hope to lift. I just have to clear my mind and keep my cool.”
Destiny delayed for dreamer Loganlea’s Clay Waterman was well on his way to competing as a 19-year-old at the Rio Olympics when he took an unlucky blow. He broke his hand, as he knocked out a competitor in the second bout of the Rio Olympic trials. Two years later, the modest and quietly spoken Clay is now ready to take on the Commonwealth’s best. “I tried everything to make the Olympics after the injury, but I just couldn’t keep going because of the pain,” he said. “I’m OK now. I’ve proved myself by getting back on my game, winning competitions and even making the elite men’s World Championships in Germany.” The 22-year-old light heavyweight, who describes himself as a ‘fifth generation boxer’ started his remarkable career at a local club in Browns Plains as a Year 5 student at Park Ridge State School. At 13 Clay went to Ukraine with the Kostya Tszyu Select Team for a cause called ‘Put on a glove and say no to drugs’ and two years later he went to Kazakhstan, where he won Australia’s first amateur Junior World Championship Title. “I moved among different clubs and had five trainers over the years. I was competing at an international level for seven, almost eight years unbeaten and had a winning streak of almost 70 fights, before I took a year’s break due to the hand injury and a few setbacks.” Clay’s comeback to the sport has been under the guidance of his father and uncle in his parents’ backyard shed. He is now in the final stages of building up to one of the most important events in his impressive career with a record of 127 wins and just nine losses behind him.
doing stairs and sprints and doing laps at the local pool. I do a lot of core work and heaps of pad work,” he said. “I won’t know the draw until just after the official weigh-in, which we do in the first week of the games. I don’t focus on other competitors. I don’t indulge in watching other people fight. I’m too busy worrying about what I’m doing.
and the only way I can do that early in my career is if I go to the Commonwealth Games, win a medal, and then go to the Olympic Games.” It’s a long way from the Waterman family’s backyard shed where Clay trains, but if determination is anything to go by, you wouldn’t want to be standing in his way.
Having a clear mind, good judgement and positivity is a massive thing. “Boxing is 85-90 per cent mental. I think about good times when I’m in the ring, not partying and stuff. I’m thinking about my future, I’m a bit of a dreamer and I want to go as far as boxing will take me. “I’m definitely intending to go professional. I want to get to America
‘I’m training for an hour, three times a day, running 6-8 km every second day, 5
You’ll never know until the day Weightlifter Damon Kelly has the distinction of being the Australian Champion for 11 years and holds Gold (2010), Silver (2006) and Bronze (2014) Commonwealth Games medals. The former Meadowbrook and Rochedale South resident also held the Commonwealth Games record (221kg) until 2014, for the clean and jerk in the 105kg+ category. Weightlifting is based on the combined total of the best snatch and clean and jerk from three attempts. “The snatch is lifting from the floor to above your head in one go and the clean and jerk is from the floor to your chest and then above your head. Medals are decided on the total of the best of each. That’s the sport,” said Damon. At 182cm and 150kg Damon is usually the biggest member of Olympic and Commonwealth Games teams. “Being in a super heavy weight division gives leniency when it comes to weight. The guys in the lower weight divisions train a bit above their goal and then diet down. The key for me is having enough fuel to feed the fire. “I currently train 12-15 hours a week, Monday to Friday, after work and on Saturday afternoons. “I just eat constantly during the day. Four to five meals, shakes and a decent amount of protein with a well-balanced diet.” Damon, now a building estimator with a young family of three children, said he had cut back to competing at an elite level four to five times a year and attended training camps for one or two weeks a year. “As we get closer to competition I’ll do strength exercises, accessory work and variations of the lifts. I’ll move several tonnes of steel during a session, but it’s all about technique and making sure you don’t get an injury.” So, as one of the oldest and most experienced competitors at the games how does Damon fancy his chances of winning another medal? “With weightlifting, you don’t know until the day. You never know what you’re in for,” he said. The final of the Men’s 105kg+ category will be held at Carrara on 9 April from 6.30pm. 6
A good reason to Get Out, Get Active
Sally DillonThompson from Logan Village practises at Get Out, Get Active at Logan Metro Sports
Brian Kerle, one of Logan’s super coaches
He’s one of the most successful basketball coaches in Australia, a member of the NBL Hall of Fame, former Assistant Coach to the Australian Olympic Basketball team and a NBL Coach of the Year for two seasons. These days, after retiring from competitive basketball, Brian Kerle faces a different type of challenge— getting women and girls active at the Logan Metro Sports Centre. He’s already attracting a loyal following at the centre, helping girls and women of all ages to develop their basketball skills and improve their general fitness as part of the state government’s Get Out, Get Active program. “This is something different for me and I get a buzz out of it,” says Brian. “I love it at Logan Metro, I only live 15 minutes away and I’m here a couple of times a week with this class and the six to16 classes that we coach after school.” Brian says he’s been busy 24/7 since retiring from competitive basketball seven years ago. “I just enjoy the game and helping people and supporting people. If I’m not coaching I’m watching games.”
Brian said he felt that a good coach had to have a good understanding of people and be able to communicate on a personal level.
“Everyone is getting fitter and while many of us have kids that are into basketball, we’re the ones now getting out there.
“I do a lot of work in Indigenous communities and work with ‘at risk kids’ —foster care kids and vulnerable kids.
“A lot of ladies have little kids and this program allows them to come out and get active. The Get Out, Get Active program provides free training, so that allows a lot of the mums to come and do it as well.
“A coach has a big bearing on young people’s lives—more than people realise—because it’s a disciplined area. I talk about life skills and always push education. “You’re not just a basketball coach you’re a personal coach,” he said. “Some of the ladies who are coming here some haven’t exercised for 20 years. They now come for two sessions a week and many are doing more exercise, like walking and gym work as well. “When they keep coming back I know I’m doing a good job.” Sally Dillon-Thompson from Logan Village said she started with the program late last year. “It’s been good. It gets so many people out and off the couch. Making connections and meeting new people and making friends,” she said.
“If you’re a stay home mum it’s great to get out, make connections and new friends. “Brian’s a lovely coach. The first time I came here I was worried I would feel foolish. “I thought it would be embarrassing, but he makes everyone feel comfortable and he closes the court to spectators. “I think it’s awesome. I’m a stay-athome mum and I keep coming back because of the fitness and fun.” The Get Out, Get Active program is provided for free at Logan Metro Sports thanks to the Queensland Government’s and Council’s Leisure Centre Program funding. To register go to www.briankerlebasketball.com/getactive/ or phone 0488 690 877. 7
DIVISION 1 NEWS
Chinese ring in the New Year
The Chung Tian Temple in Priestdale was the focal point in Logan for this year’s Chinese New Year celebrations – to welcome the Year of the Dog. People born in the Zodiac Year of the Dog are loyal and honest, amiable and kind, cautious and prudent. Division one councillor Lisa Bradley was at the ceremony, along with community members and representatives of Logan’s Chinese Buddhist community. “It was great to be part of the celebrations,” Cr Bradley said. “The contribution of the Chinese community in Logan is immense and it is fitting that it was recognised at the Chung Tian Temple – a location which brings so much beauty and culture to the City of Logan.” Chung Tian Temple, which means ‘Middle Heaven’, was constructed in 1992 using traditional Chinese Buddhist architecture.
Safer spaces for cyclists and pedestrians A suite of bikeway and footpath enhancements is improving access and safety for non-motorised vehicles in Division 1. Vanessa Boulevard will be upgraded with a wider, 2.5m shared pathway that runs through the Cinderella Drive intersection and through Lenore Crescent. Lenore Crescent will also get an on-road cycle allowance with speed attenuation devices. The busy Vanessa Bvd/Cinderella Dr intersection will have an additional pedestrian crossing installed. The Vanessa Bvd/Cinderella Dr intersection will also be fitted with better lighting and pedestrian kerb ramps to improve safety. “These works fulfil council’s vision of a better connected city for all transport users,” Councillor Bradley said. The pathway and intersection upgrades are not the only improvements being made in Division 1. 8
Upcoming projects include: • Kerb and channel works in Monica St, Rochedale South • New wastewater infrastructure Parfrey Rd and Brompton St, Rochedale South • A division-wide Waste Water Pipeline and Maintenance Holes Renewal Program • Returfing of the dog-off-leash area in Underwood Park
installation of lighting poles and associated pole fittings • A new footpath leading to the Girl Guides hut in Underwood Park, Priestdale. * The Get Playing Places & Spaces Lighting Upgrade Project involving the installation of lighting poles and associated pole fitting for the Rochedale Tigers Rugby League Club and the Rochedale Cricket Club at Underwood Park.
• Springwood Rd Dennis Rd Roundabout and Bus Stop upgrade • Concrete path and roof replacement on the Priestdale Scouts Den, Priests Gully Park • Dennis Road Catchment, Springwood Master Drainage Project • The *Get Playing Places & Spaces Lighting Upgrade Project –
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
Paw-some dog display in Kingston
The Skilling Queenslanders for Work Program has improved the Logan Netball Association’s Ewing Park facilities. Left to right: Steven Flaws (Reclink Project Supervisor), Paulina Streten (Reclink Project Supervisor), Cr Russell Lutton, Toni Wardlaw (Logan City Netball Association), Tatarua Kaihau (Reclink), Delaney Rowland (Reclink)
Some of region’s most talented canines will be on display on Sunday, April 8 as part of the Logan All Breeds Dog Obedience Club’s 40th Anniversary event to be held in Kingston. More than 300 dogs will be competing under the guidance of their owners, in levels ranging from Novice to Masters. Club Trial Secretary, Laura Schimke, said the event will be open to the public. “Everyone is welcome and we encourage families to come along and watch these amazing dogs in action and cheer them along,” she said.
Netball association looks to the future
They’ve been around for more than 40 years but the Logan City Netball Association (LCNA) is entering an exciting new era. Ongoing upgrades to facilities, combined with a commitment to innovation including the introduction of Fast 5 and cluster games, have ensured the club has moved with the times to cater for Logan’s netballers. Logan City Netball Association Committee President, Toni Wardlaw, said workers from Reclink have been sprucing up the Ewing Park headquarters in Woodridge with painting, building improvements and court maintenance. “We want to encourage the Logan community to come down and check out what we have to offer,” she said. Grants from Logan City Council and the state government for equipment, maintenance, security systems and ‘come and try’ programs means the
LCNA can concentrate on what it does best—bringing netball to the community. Cr Russell Lutton said the LCNA was a long-standing stalwart of the community and praised the association for its hard work. “A lot of effort goes into running the competitions, coaching and umpire programs they put on, so they’ve gone above and beyond that to get these grants,” Cr Lutton said.
“There will be a canteen set up so people can come along and make a day of it.” Laura said dog owners considering teaching their pet obedience training can talk to club members about the benefits. “Obedience training can make living with a dog a lot more enjoyable and the dog is happier as it gains discipline and self-confidence,” Laura said. “A well trained dog is more manageable and it makes you a happier pet owner when your best buddy understands what you expect.” The event will be held at Gould Adams Park, Kingston Road, Kingston from 10.30am. For details contact the club on 3806 8119.
“Their efforts have paid off because the courts are looking great.” To entice prospective netballers down to the association, Thursday night twilight leagues are underway with new competitions to start from May to August. For more information go to www.logancity.qld.netball.com.au
COUNCILLOR RUSSELL LUTTON Chairperson City Planning and Economic Development 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
Creek revitalisation takes shape The revitalisation of one of Logan’s best known waterways to a natural state is well underway. Slacks Creek is not the city’s largest tributary, but it links some of our biggest suburbs and is seen by thousands of people every day, who either drive, walk or jog past. Division 3 Councillor, Steve Swenson said progress may have caught up with Slacks Creek but he wanted more residents to enjoy what the waterway has to offer. “The creek has suffered in the past from pollution and erosion, but it still supports large areas of healthy bushland, parks and wildlife habitat areas,” he said. “My focus is for people to enjoy and appreciate what this creek and its banks have to offer. “Slacks Creek is home to a wide variety of fish and recently we opened up waterways so more fish could swim upstream and spawn in natural habitats. “More trees are being planted, exercise tracks have been established and more picnic areas built for families to enjoy.”
Demand peaks for mosquitoeating fish Heatwave conditions have resulted in strong demand for mosquito-eating fish, specifically bred at the Animal Management Centre in Kingston. The native fish eat mosquito larvae in water ponds, fountains and dams, reducing the probability of mosquito-borne infections. Councillor Steve Swenson said residents can receive a free bag of fish and the program is an environmentally-friendly way to eradicate mosquitoes. “Mosquito larvae only need a very small amount of standing water to survive and can complete their life cycle from egg to adult in just a week. “Council has been managing the fish breeding program for several years now and the demand for fish usually peaks in summer. “Residents can also help to control mosquitoes around their home by checking for any items that can hold water and emptying them.”
Upcoming mobile office dates Tuesday 17 April 2.30pm-4pm Meakin Park, Cnr Meakin Rd and Queens Rd, Slacks Creek.
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Tuesday 15 May 2.30pm-4pm Magellan Park, 5-9 Raleigh St, Springwood.
Work has started throughout Division 3 to improve a number of roads and footpaths The work includes: • Construction of a right turn lane from Queens Rd into Meakin Rd at Kingston, resurfacing the intersection and line marking. • Springwood Rd upgrade between Rochedale Rd and Logan Rd. This project involves structural strengthening and resurfacing of the road. Footpath improvements will soon be underway in: • • • •
Kingston Rd, Underwood Logan Rd, Underwood Pintu Dr, Tanah Merah Queens Rd, Kingston.
COUNCILLOR STEVE SWENSON Chairperson City Lifestyle and Community 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.
Our libraries are now smarter!
Trash talk and tech junk with Substation33 Australians are the world’s greatest per-capita consumers of electronic devices such as computers, tablets and phones. Every year an increasing amount of e-waste is thrown out by households— but in Logan, unlike in many other cities, it doesn’t go directly to landfill. Each week tonnes of e-waste is delivered to Substation33, a YFS (Youth Family Services) social enterprise that is led by Tony Sharp, who is featured on the cover of this season’s What’s on booklet. Tony will present a special Earth Day Trash talk at the Logan Hyperdome Library on Saturday 21 April that will help you better understand the current state of the e-waste industry and how everyone can make changes to help combat the growing problem of e-waste disposal. Two hour Tech junk workshops with Substation33 will be held at Jimboomba, Logan Central and Logan West Libraries in April for ages 8-14 during the school holidays. These free workshops will explore the potential to create new products out of recycled materials. Bookings are essential and parent/guardian supervision is required.
Logan’s nine libraries have recently introduced new Radio Frequency Identification (known as RFID) technology to make borrowing library resources easier.
Pick up a What’s on booklet at your local library, or see details on the Logan City Council Library website at www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on to book a place.
The RFID system makes our libraries smarter by tracking every resource, regardless of where it is, checking resources in and out of the library—and it even makes it possible to use a digital copy of your library card through your smartphone. The new kiosks are suitable for all ages and include accessibility features to allow you to adjust the font size or language to make it easier for everyone to use. Our Beenleigh, Logan Central, Logan Hyperdome, Logan North, Marsden and Logan West libraries have kiosks near the children’s areas for busy parents and children attending Story Time activities. The kiosks will also let you review your account, see what you currently have on loan, renew items, and also see what holds may be waiting for you to pick up. If in doubt you can, as always, ask our friendly library staff for assistance. 11
EVENTS Queen’s Baton Relay Brunch Sunday 1 April, 8.30am–11.30am Shailer Pioneer Park, Harley St, Shailer Park
Eggcellent Games Sunday 1 April, 9am–noon Bill Norris Oval, Boundary St, Beenleigh
Cornubia Park Sports Carnival Wednesday 4 April, 9am–3pm See Krank School Holiday activities booklet for details
All Breeds Dog Obedience anniversary Sunday 8 April, 8am–6pm Gould Adams Park 558 Kingston Rd, Kingston
MAYOR’S
MERRY MELODIES Join us for music, laughs and dance. Make this your regular catch-up with friends while enjoying morning tea and great live performances. Table Entry $23pp (morning tea included) Table Group 8+/Members $22pp (morning tea included) Balcony $22pp Balcony Group 8+/Members $20pp Post-show dining available. Bookings essential 07 3412 5626.
Dates and times at loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
QAGOMA Kids on Tour Art Me, Myselfie and I Wednesday 11 to Saturday 14 April drop in anytime between 10am–4pm Logan Art Gallery, Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central
Family Fun Day and Creative Markets Saturday 21 April, 10am–2pm Logan Art Gallery, Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central
Safe PL8S - Secure your number plate Monday 23 April, 9.30am–11.30am Grand Plaza Shopping Centre, Browns Plains 27-49 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains
Anzac Day Services Wednesday 25 April Listed page 31
Eats and Beats Friday 27 April, 5.30pm–9pm Kingston Butter Factory, Milky Way, Kingston
Changes to Council services during the Commonwealth Games Its generally business as usual … but some of our services may be rescheduled to minimise traffic disruption. For a full list of changes during the games go to our website at www.logan.qld.gov.au 12
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A full list of activities and enrolment details can be found at: www.logan.qld.gov.au/krank or in the Krank School Holiday Program booklet available at Logan City Council customer service centres and libraries.
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Free entry Fun Easter Games Food Stalls Come ‘n’ try sports Win great prizes
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DIVISION 4 NEWS
Restoration projects underway A restoration project aimed at protecting and encouraging threatened wildlife and vegetation in and around Belivah Creek will be held this month and residents are being urged to get involved. The creek is an important natural corridor that links a sub-tropical rainforest to the Albert River. The area surrounding the creek is also a potential breeding ground for koalas, butterflies and a number of native birds. Restoring the site will also slow down run off into the creek and improve water quality flowing through the catchment and into the Albert River. The project will be launched on Earth Day, Sunday 22 April with a community tree planting event and sausage sizzle in Willman Park. Residents, including members of the Albert Valley Wilderness Society, will be shown how to correctly plant shrubs and trees that once grew at the site and learn why the area is so important to restore. To take part, register at www.belivahtreeplanting.eventbrite.com. au or call Council on 3412 3412. A similar restoration project has also started at Newstead Park in Buccan and work is also planned along Windaroo Creek from Albert River to Noyer Park. Albert Valley Wilderness Society members, from left Beth Cook, Ben Russell, Shevaun Russell and Jodie Clarke preparing for the Belivah Creek Community Day
Cr Koranski with Belivah resident Col Ludwig and the new fitness equipment in Carter Park
Get fit in Bannockburn Fitness equipment has been installed in Carter Park, Bannockburn to encourage the community to be active. Local resident Col Ludwig recently approached Division 4 Councillor, Laurie Koranski to consider installing a fitness area in the park so more people can exercise and get outdoors. “I walk through this park most mornings and used to do leg stretches on the bridge near the park and thought it would be good to have a proper fitness area that everyone could enjoy,” Col said. “The facility is great for people who prefer to exercise outdoors, or who maybe can’t afford a gym membership.” Cr Koranski said it’s important to provide inclusive amenities for fitness and exercise. “Our parks have always been great places to walk and enjoy some fresh air, but a number of them also offer ways to develop or maintain fitness,” Cr Koranski said. “The equipment will assist residents to exercise the whole body at their own pace and can be used any time of the day. “We all have reasons for not being as active as we would like, but access to high quality and attractive open spaces with the right facilities can increase levels of physical exercise.”
COUNCILLOR LAURIE KORANSKI Phone: 3412 5504 Email: lauriekoranski@logan.qld.gov.au
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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
Putting their stamp on Logan Almost 200 philatelists put their mark on Logan for the Logan Philatelic Society annual Stamp Day. The day was officially opened by club patron Councillor Jon Raven. Philatelists came from as far afield as Caloundra, Toowoomba and Tweed Heads to trade stamps through an auction and club exchange books. There were also five stamp dealers in attendance. Club member Alex Lakatos was recognised with life membership for his contribution of more than 20 years to the club. New Club President Ian Fyfe said the day was a great success and thanked fellow club members and Cr Raven for his support and interest in the club.
Cr Jon Raven and Cr Stacey McIntosh at the wheel of the new ATV shared between divisions 5 and 6
Meet Megatron
the crime fighting Kawasaki
“It’s an honour to be patron of the Logan Philatelic Society,” Cr Raven said. “Every year our Stamp Day draws visitors to the region and it’s great to see a club like the Philatelic Society going from strength to strength.”
Following the launch of the latest allterrain vehicle (ATV), the crime-fighting Kawasaki will predominantly be used in the area of Sturdee Park and its surrounds.
“The ATVs are a great crime-fighting tool when it comes to protecting the community and they help the Queensland Police Service to connect with the community.”
The Logan Philatelic Society meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6 Ariel Avenue, Woodridge, from 5.30pm until 8pm.
Councillor Jon Raven said after seeing how successful Council’s other ATVs have been he decided the popular park needed one too.
The ATV was jointly purchased with matching divisional funding of $10,000 provided by Division 6 Councillor, Stacey McIntosh.
New members and people just interested in stamp collecting are welcome to attend.
“The police love the ATVs because they can get to hard to reach places that conventional vehicles can’t,” he said.
It’s the second ATV in Councillor Raven’s division and the fifth now in operation in the City of Logan.
“Historically Sturdee Park has had issues with anti-social behaviour which is why the new upgrades include reactive security lighting and additional CCTV cameras.
Although the ATVs are registered for use on roadways they are extensively used by the police to patrol walkways, parklands, car parks, shopping centre perimeters and general public spaces that ordinary police vehicles can’t access.
“The addition of the ATV will give the public extra peace of mind with more regular patrols.
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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LOGAN RECOVERS
A year on from Debbie This time last year, ex-Severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie caused some of the worst flooding in Logan’s history. The impacts were felt right across our city, and particularly along the Logan and Albert rivers, triggering emergency services to evacuate and in some cases rescue people who found themselves in danger. The damage caused was devastating, but in the following weeks and months we began to see hope rise and then pride grow, as we saw the community rally together and the response take shape. At first volunteers answered the call— and then community groups, not-forprofit organisations, local businesses, charities, volunteer organisations, religious groups and state government agencies—so many groups stepped up to provide longer-term assistance. In the following months our residents and businesses showed incredible determination to rebuild and recover, and our Council, state and federal governments came together to rebuild our community and our infrastructure. On this anniversary I would like to congratulate the people in our community who have demonstrated the courage and resilience to rebuild, and also offer my heartfelt thanks to all those people and organisations who donated their time and effort to our residents in their time of greatest need.
It’s a slow road to recovery for farmer Tan It’s been a tough year, with mixed blessings for Tan Nguyen, a Waterfordbased cucumber farmer whose farm and house, like many others in Logan, were flooded last year. “When Debbie came it flooded our creek to the back and the water sat here for one week, rose to one metre, fell and rose again,” Tan said. “We lost the crops, all our equipment, supplies, vehicles, greenhouse plastics and what we had in the house.” The worst damage sustained by Tan was to the land he relies on to generate an income and the overheads he had to continue to meet. “It’s not the disaster that affects you— it’s what follows. Straight after the flood there was four and a half months of no income so I’m already behind that amount, plus what I have to gather to replant, buy seeds and till the soil,” Tan said. “The rent, bills and mortgage payments don’t stop, so after a few months we ended up $80,000 behind where we were before the flood.” The flood waters and silt didn’t bring any benefits. The deposits of silt were high pH, due to bark, leaves and rotting vegetation, which meant the soil had to be reconditioned before the four hectare market garden could get back to producing quality crops.
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Mayor Luke Smith City of Logan
Fortunately for Tan, a media interview drew the attention of an organisation with an innovative product.
Tan Nguyen, cucumber farmer, fighting his way back to viability with high-tech help
“Multikraft Probiotics heard me on ABC and Bill came over and offered his help. “We used their product and sprayed the soil with bacteria cultures and yeast to eat and break down contaminants, which ferment and return it to a recyclable fertiliser, instead of attracting insects,” Tan said. “When we don’t have insects, we don’t need to use insecticides to safeguard the crop, which can be one of the main expenses. “Multikraft pretty much gave it to me and let me trial it in the greenhouses for free. It was a win-win situation for both of us. They get good information from it and I get the help and experience from it.” Tan said he had learnt a lot over the past year, which would enable him to be better organised in the future. “We opened new doors and have better communication with the local growers’ associations and Council. There have been a lot of positives—it’s brought us together to make a better community.” Tan said he was surviving, but was a long way from recovering from the flood. “I’m working alone at the moment as I can’t afford to hire anyone. It’s all on my back at the moment, but I still have hope. “I have to keep on going. I can’t give up.”
LOGAN RECOVERS
Hi-tech rescue delivers long-term benefits Bill Hoare, Chief Business Development Officer/General Manager of Multikraft Probiotics Australia, first heard of Tan’s difficulties in re-establishing himself a few weeks after the floods. As a former Toowoombabased farmer, who decided to reluctantly leave life on the land two years after the devastating floods in 2011, Bill said he felt compelled to offer his help. “I heard the ABC interview with Tan and All that remained of the farm after the was eventually able to flood were piles of rotting vegetation make contact through Louie Naumovski from the Logan House Fire Support Network, who had been helping Tan, along with many others. “The scene at first, even though it had been weeks after the flood, was a mess, with that typical flood smell. That smell is organic material that’s rotting and putrefying, which takes a long time to decompose,” Bill said. “Usually the choice for farmers is cleaning and decontaminating with chemical-based sterilisers, which isn’t environmentally-friendly or cheap. “Fortunately our parent company has a strong ethos of helping struggling farmers out—so we took the leanings of our business partners in 30 countries, who had donated a lot of product in flood-ravaged regions globally, to provide a tried and true way to tip the scales back faster—to balance and clean the soil using natural bacteria.” Bill said that while Tan always appeared upbeat he was certainly doing it tough. “Tan’s tried to stay positive but what he’s been through is devastating. I know from experience it’s not just the loss of income that hits you as a farmer, it’s everything you’ve worked for being taken away, almost overnight.
Tan Nguyen with his first crop after his Waterford farm was devastated by last year’s flood
“We’ll keep providing support to get him back on his feet—but it takes much longer than you would think—and Tan is just one of many people who is still fighting to keep his head above water,” Bill said. “One thing I would love to do is to be able to pull another group of volunteers to get rid of all the flood debris that’s still around.
“Once the volunteers left, the farmers were left to do the rest and I worry that for some it’s just too much. “We’ll continue to help him get going. I’ve met with Growcom and we’re working with other farmers to treat compost to share and improve the soil health on farms like Tan’s.” www.multikraft.com.au 17
LOGAN RECOVERS
Lynda and John O’Hello on the deck of their new, but yet to be completed home
An improved outlook for a North Maclean family Lynda and John O’Hello joke that their outlook on life has literally improved as a result of last year’s flood, but it’s been a long and difficult struggle, after they lost everything. Living on a quiet four-hectare block in North Maclean, the couple, who are in their mid-70s, watched helplessly as their home of more than 27 years was swallowed by flood water. “We moved here in 1991. We’d seen five floods and the highest had come to within 30 metres of the house in 2012,” Lynda said. “As the water just kept rising we shifted all we could to the carport, but in the end that wasn’t high enough—we weren’t able to save anything. I can’t believe how high that water came up.” When the water receded after five days, an engineer inspected the house and declared it uninhabitable, due to undermined foundations. With all their belongings, including clothes, heaped at the end of their driveway John and Lynda’s situation was bleak.
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“We were hit by everything. Our ages, so we couldn’t borrow. We couldn’t
sell, as we only had one acre of usable land. We had previously been refused flood insurance; and we didn’t have the money to rebuild,” Lynda said. The O’Hellos were offered social housing, but were reluctant to move. “We struggle to live on the pension as it is—and we couldn’t go back to renting. “Community recovery (Queensland’s Department of Communities) did a fantastic job for us and Council sent someone out to help us with seeing what we could possibly do with the small savings we had.” John and Lynda started looking at demountable buildings and, after some negotiation, found a locally made display model in their price range. Lynda said they went from despair to everything falling into place. “The stumps were given to us. John is a welder by trade and we had a friend of my son who had a Bobcat and donated his labour. Then we started getting prices on plumbing and power,” Lynda said.
“Community recovery got in touch with the Salvos and St Vincent (DePaul) who donated enough to enable us to put in the septic and the electrics to make our new home habitable. “We did some hard work and struggled through it. We added an annexe and deck. John only took one day off in three months, working from 7am to 7pm every day.” They’re now planning to put in fruit trees, pumpkins and plant shade trees. ‘It’s only in the last couple of months I can say I love it. Now wherever you look is beautiful. “By moving up the back of the block we’ve been able to stay where we love. It’s a better situation than we had before,” Lynda said.
DIVISION 6 NEWS
Community gathers to remember floods anniversary
SES member Les Hoppe and Logan House Fire Support Network founder Louie Naumovski join Councillor Stacey McIntosh in planning for this month’s family fun day at Bethania Community Centre
The Bethania Community Centre will host a free family fun day on Saturday 14 April to celebrate the community’s resilience a year after the Albert and Logan rivers flooded following ex Tropical Cyclone Debbie. The event is being organised by the Logan House Fire Support Network (LHFSN), and group founder Louie Naumovski said it would be a time of reflection as well as looking forward, for not only those people directly affected by the floods, but the whole community. “We have partnered with Australian Red Cross, Uniting Care Queensland, Givit and Logan City Council who all helped – with many others – to get the city back on its feet,” he said. “We will have grief and financial counsellors on hand for families who might need further help at this time, and we’ll also have information available on how people can be ready for future natural disasters and weather events.” The event will include jumping castles, rock climbing, face painting, popcorn, snow cones, fairy floss, a free sausage sizzle to be cooked by Nightlight and Bunnings Bethania, as well as a live broadcast by 101FM.
Councillor Stacey McIntosh encouraged local residents to attend the event. “The Logan House Fire Support Network really got behind the community when the floods were happening in our community and they’re still giving their support to help out one year on,” she said. “It will be a really good day for everyone to come together and remember how we dealt with the adversity caused by the floods.” The event will be held at Bethania Community Centre, 88-118 Station Rd, Bethania on Saturday 14 April from 1pm to 5pm. For more information, contact Louie on 0411 826 114 or find the LHFSN Facebook page.
More fun to be had at Alexander Clark Park New play equipment has been installed in the main playground at Alexander Clark Park, increasing accessibility to children of all abilities. Councillor Stacey McIntosh said the improvements, which were due to be completed this month (weather permitting), would also include relocating the car park for people with a disability closer to the playground and toilets, as well as a new concrete path. “I’m excited to say the new play facilities will include an easy access carousel, climbing cubes, a combination swing for parents and toddlers, a hammock swing, two sand diggers and two hand operated water play pumps,” she said. “A range of seating is being installed around the different play areas and scented plants will bring sensory experiences for children visiting the park. “If you love the park like I do, make sure you head there soon to see these improved facilities.” Construction works began in January.
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.
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DIVISION 7 NEWS
Work begins on Johnson Rd intersection On paper it’s another intersection upgrade, but to the residents of Heathwood and Forestdale it could be a lifesaver. The City of Logan and Brisbane City Council have combined to pool $18 million to improve the safety and useability of the Stapylton Rd and Johnson Rd intersection. The upgrade will see a range of improvements including widening the intersection to provide two through-lanes on Johnson Rd, new traffic signals, centre medians and dedicated left-turn lanes. The City of Logan has pledged $6 million to the project. Councillor Laurie Smith said the intersection has been the site of 38 crashes in the past 10 years. “The popularity of this area as a thriving residential and business hub has greatly increased traffic on these roads,” Cr Smith said. “That’s why this upgrade is so important, it’ll improve traffic flow— but it could also save lives. Brisbane City Council (BCC) Calamvale Ward Councillor Angela Owen and Infrastructure Chairman Councillor Amanda Cooper worked closely with the City of Logan to make the improvements a reality. “I’d like to thank Brisbane City Council for recognising the significance of the project,” said Cr Smith. “All councils take public safety seriously and the BCC has shared our enthusiasm to ensure this vital collaboration was successful.” Work should be completed by the end of the year, weather permitting.
Division 7 Councillor Laurie Smith with Brisbane City Council’s Infrastructure Chairman, Amanda Cooper and Calamvale Ward Councillor Angela Owen
Mural pays homage to yesteryear A mural designed to evoke images of Logan’s rural past will brighten up the Central Court, Hillcrest retail precinct. Adorning the side of The Party Hire Place shop the mural shows three aspects of the once ‘pioneer’ suburb, “Funded through the Divisional Infrastructure and Capital Improvements Program budget, the mural honours those who made Logan great in the early days,” Cr Smith said. “The mural is divided into three sections, the first shows Cissy Cresswell who owned Cresswell’s store at Browns Plains, the second shows a bullock team hauling timber south of Browns Plains and the third depicts Thomas Webber, who operated the post office. “Businesspeople like Cissy Cresswell—and of course the rail and timber industries— helped Hillcrest and surrounds to develop. “The mural will provide this generation with a link to the past and create an eyecatching work of art.” Councillor Smith said he expected the mural to be finished this month. A bullock team, hauling timber south of Brown Plains, is the inspiration for a section of the mural
Most works will take place during business hours Monday to Saturday but some will take place after hours Sunday to Thursday. Temporary lane closures and reduced speed limits may be required for the safety of motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and workers. 20
COUNCILLOR LAURIE SMITH Chairperson City Image and Innovation Phone: 3412 3412 Email: lauriesmith@logan.qld.gov.au 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
Expressions of interest open for new community space Community groups and organisations will benefit from a new multipurpose area in Browns Plains that can be used to host workshops, seminars, classes and displays. Cr Cherie Dalley, who officially opened the site last month, said the 100 square metre space at Grand Plaza Shopping Centre was available for not-for-profit groups. Cr Dalley said it was a great initiative. “It’s good to have a local business like Grand Plaza put on such a space for the community,” Cr Dalley said. “I’m sure there are groups and organisations in Browns Plains and across Logan who will make great use of this facility. Haldham and Redgum Park are just two of the many parks being upgraded in Division 8
Parks upgraded across Division 8 Stage two of the Haldham Park upgrade project in Regents Park has been completed. Cr Dalley said the works, which included a bike path for children and a timber bridge, had been well received by residents. “It has really brightened up the park and given kids a great little bike path to ride around on,” Cr Dalley said. “They can get active on their bicycles without having to worry about the road, as well as enjoy the upgraded play equipment.” New play equipment at the park was installed as part of stage one of the project, which was completed in September last year. Other parks in Division 8 have also been upgraded recently, with shade sails now up at Redgum Park in Regents Park and fitness equipment now being installed at Adam Park, Browns Plains. Once completed, the fitness equipment at Adam Park will include an elliptical trainer, sit up bench, leg press, chest press and a multi-bench.
Centre Manager, Martine Coorey, said there wasn’t a template for how the space will operate and called on community groups to send in their expressions of interest if they were keen to use the space. “Our vision is that this space will host everything from workshops on how to prepare for a job interview through to multi-language sessions on getting your children ready to start school and art displays that highlight the incredible talents of many of those living within our region,” she said. The centre is also involved in other community partnerships with the Blue Light Association, Marsden State High School, the Logan Children’s Hospital and a community committee. Expressions of interest to use the space can be sent to grand.plaza@ vicinity.com.au
While a relatively small upgrade, the extension of the skate park at Waller Park in Browns Plains late last year, has received good feedback. “Maintaining and upgrading parks is an important function of council, as we recognise how important these public spaces are to the community,” Cr Dalley said. COUNCILLOR CHERIE “We’re committed to maintaining these assets for residents.”
DALLEY
Deputy Mayor 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
Flashing signs warn drivers of flood danger
Council’s award-winning flood warning signs have been installed on Henderson Rd at Logan Reserve and are being tested before being put into service to alert drivers inadvertently heading into danger. The solar-powered signs use microwave technology to trigger automatic warnings about the road flooding and use internet connectivity to alert Council staff to more than 100mm of water over the road. Councillor Phil Pidgeon said the signs also triggered updates on Council’s Disaster Dashboard road hazards page, meaning residents could also check ahead of time to see if the road is in flood. “Henderson Rd gives access to the Logan River and people like to go sightseeing when there is heavy rain, even though we don’t condone it at all,” he said. “Unfortunately there isn’t much room for cars to turn around, and the topography of the area makes it hard for people to see the road has flooded until they are almost in the water. “Residents who live in the area know what the situation is and take the proper precautions; it’s people unfamiliar to the area who put themselves in danger.” Cr Pidgeon said the new signs were being rolled out in flood-prone areas across the city. “When people need to be rescued from flooded roads, it can be very distressing for everyone involved, including the rescuers who put themselves at risk,” he said. “These new signs will let people know well before they are at risk of entering any flood water.” Council’s Disaster Dashboard has a wealth of information to help residents prepare for natural disasters, and provides essential updates during weather events. Learn more at www.disaster/logan.qld.gov.au 22
Councillor Phil Pidgeon with Henderson Rd residents Rod, Jeanette and Kim
Roads widened and sealed at Chambers Flat Improvements have been made to several roads in Chambers Flat recently. Sections of Wendt Rd and Featherstone Rd have been widened and sealed with bitumen under Council’s Gravel Roads and Shoulder Sealing program. Councillor Phil Pidgeon said the roads were now sealed to six metres wide, making it easier for drivers to use. Road repair and resurfacing works have also occurred at Rebecca Dr and Flesser Rd. “Sections of these roads needed localised repairs, which was then followed up by spray sealing works and line marking,” he said. “Road safety is a high priority for Council, and we are spending $100 million this financial year on roadworks and drainage construction across the city.”
COUNCILLOR PHIL PIDGEON Chairman City Roads and Water 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.
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BUSINESS
Denise and Marcia Edwards celebrating 25 years in business as The Cryogenics Group
Local business successfully takes on the multinationals Twenty years ago the use of extremely cold “liquid gasses” or cryogenics was limited to either the everyday use of dry ice for cooling or high-tech applications such as storing human tissue or cooling super-computers.
Over the years the company has increased the diversity of its services— with drivers trained to freeze pipes to isolate areas for plumbers to repair—as well as providing a shrink fitting service. “With the shrink fitting, we freeze spindles to minus 196 degrees to fit bushes and bearings without the use of high-pressure presses. Shrink fitting can take you across Australia, we’ve done work from Mount Isa and central Queensland and across Western Australia,” Marcia said.
Today applications are becoming increasingly more common in medicine, hospitality, light engineering and even plumbing. One Woodridge-based company is carving out a market in a business dominated by two large multinationals. Denise Edwards, a co-director of The Cryogenics Group said the business started out on a hope and a prayer. “In 1993 we had just one truck with my husband doing the deliveries. These days we’ve expanded to a fleet of service vehicles in Queensland and Western Australia,” she said. “We’ve grown but we’re still operating in a niche area where our service sets us apart. “We’re now a cloud-based company running a paperless operation. Our competitive advantage is because we are small, I can take a call anywhere, anytime and organise what’s needed from a phone or tablet,” she said. 24
Shrink-fitting has become an expanding component of The Cryogenics Group’s services
Marcia Edwards, Denise’s daughter and co-director, said her introduction to the family business was dominated by administration and accounting —something she felt compelled to change. “In 2011 we decided to go paperless after seeing how some larger companies’ clients were receipting for parcels on an iPad. Today we run everything through smart devices, our customers sign for their deliveries and the data is transferred at the end of the week in just a few minutes,” she said.
Denise said the use of small-scale cryogenics was growing—with sports medicine using cryogenic recovery chambers, hospitality using liquid nitrogen to make cocktails and ice-cream and even dog breeders moving into IVF. “We also sell, hire and deliver equipment ranging from the cryosprays doctors use to remove skin cancers to industrial liquid nitrogen storage and handling equipment.” Denise said regardless of growth she intended the company to stay in Logan. “I’ve lived here since 1969, and I attended Woodridge High School. We’re celebrating 25 years as a business here in Logan and it’s where we planning to stay.” Contact The Cryogenics Group, Facebook fb.me/qldcg
DIVISION 10 NEWS
Anniversary to celebrate
sporting success story In June, the Logan Basketball Club is planning to celebrate its 20th anniversary by holding a Heritage Weekend to mark the milestone. Founded in July 1998 the club has provided opportunities for residents of all ages and skill levels to rise to representative levels. The club’s establishment coincided with the completion of Cornubia Park Sports Centre which is a fourcourt multi-sport stadium. In July 2016 Council leased management and operational control of the centre to the club. Club General Manager Joshua Pascoe said the club planned to induct its first life members into the association and recognise its past presidents and club members at the anniversary celebrations. “We plan to not only celebrate the success of the past, but also look to the future,” Mr Pascoe said. “The club has experienced a growth of 24 per cent in the 10 Years and Under age group, putting it in a strong position to field junior teams. “Our Queensland Basketball League (QBL) men’s and women’s teams have also qualified for the finals two years in a row.”
Celebrating the success of Logan Basketball with Councillor Darren Power are Under 12s player Scott Harrison (left) and Under 14s player Atawhai Pepene-Davis
Divisional Councillor Darren Power said Logan Basketball was one of the city’s foundation sports clubs.
“Its basketball league games attract crowds averaging almost 800 people each week to the city.”
improve the fit out with storage space and floor coverings to be used when holding large scale events.
“Reaching 20 years as an organisation is a significant achievement and is something which deserves recognition,” Cr Power said.
Cr Power said as well as Council assisting the club with the lease for the former Cornubia Indoor Sports Centre, he had contributed divisional funding for the architectural design required to upgrade the change rooms.
“We are also currently doing a cost analysis on upgrading the current café facilities,” Mr Pascoe said.
“The club, known as Logan Thunder, has grown over the years to about 2,500 members including players, coaches, referees and volunteers. “It has produced a number of champion players over the years, including six Australian representatives and has won 11 junior state championships.
A recent grant received from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund will be used to upgrade audio equipment in the Cornubia Park Sports Centre and
The Thunder’s players range in age from fouryears-old to over 19-years adult teams.
COUNCILLOR DARREN POWER 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
Security camera coverage
boost for Jimboomba
Safety has been boosted in Jimboomba with the installation of new CCTV cameras and the upgrading of existing facilities. Cr Trevina Schwarz said two new cameras were now operational near the netball club, while a camera upgrade at the skate park allows it to be observed at night. “They’re now operational and live streaming footage back to Logan City Council’s monitoring room as part of our award-winning Logan Safety Camera Program,” Cr Schwarz said. “That means our highly-trained staff have more coverage of those areas and can work closely with police and alert them to suspicious activity if required. “This program has a long and successful history of increasing community safety, so these upgrades are great for Jimboomba.”
Major upgrade for Henderson Rd Henderson Rd at Jimboomba will be a smoother and safer ride for motorists in the future thanks to a major upgrade now underway.
When working between Candlebark Rd and St Jude Cct, two way traffic will be maintained by traffic control and temporary traffic signals.
The works will strengthen and improve the road surface between Cusack Lane and Candlebark Rd to boost safety.
During works between St Jude Cct and Cusack Lane, a detour will be in place via St Jude Cct.
Councillor Trevina Schwarz said workers were on site now, with construction expected to be completed by October this year, weather permitting.
Access to properties and sporting fields next to the work zones will be maintained, with site reps available to assist motorists if required.
“This is a big project which will deliver a lot of benefits to motorists, but to ensure the safety of motorists and workers there will be some changes to traffic arrangements during construction hours,” Cr Schwarz said.
Works will be carried out from 6.30am to 6.30pm on weekdays, with some weekend works as they are required.
“It will be a case of long-term gain for some short-term pain and residents can rest assured that our crews will be doing all they can to minimise construction impacts.” 26
Funding for the upgrade came from Cr Schwarz’s Divisional Infrastructure and Capital Improvements Program (DICIP) budget. Works to also install a new camera at Brushwood Park in Cedar Grove are well underway and it is expected to be operational shortly. There are strict policies, standing orders and operating procedures to ensure integrity, confidentiality and the privacy of the community at all times. “The majority of people do the right thing and they have nothing to worry about,” Cr Schwarz said. “These cameras are only in place to stop illegal or suspicious activity. If you act up, you will get caught.”
Notices have been sent to nearby residents and further information is available on Council’s website.
COUNCILLOR TREVINA SCHWARZ City Treasurer Phone: 3412 5511 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, Glenlogan, Riverbend, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.
DIVISION 12 NEWS
Deterring crime in Eagleby The first of seven new CCTV cameras, funded by the federal government, is now operating in Eagleby. Division 12 Councillor Jennie Breene said the cameras will play a key role in protecting residents and deterring criminal activity. “This camera is just the latest in a network of cameras across Logan which capture vision and relay it back to a control centre, which is monitored 24 hours a day,” Cr Breene said.
Information from the Eagleby CCTV camera is relayed to a 24-hour control room for monitoring
Kerb, channel and stormwater upgrades More than half a million dollars’ worth of improvements to kerb and channel is being made in Division 12 this financial year. Kerb and channel is being upgraded in Vermont Cr, Mount Warren Park, where water drainage inlets and sections of kerb are being replaced prior to road pavement rehabilitation works, scheduled for later in the year. Minor work on stormwater drainage is being carried out along Main St, Beenleigh and is expected to be completed by the end of April. The work is scheduled to ensure it does not disrupt traffic during the Commonwealth Games. Councillor Jennie Breene has thanked the community for its patience while construction work takes place. “Once completed, these projects will greatly improve the quality of Vermont Crescent’s kerb, channel and road pavement—and the ability to rapidly
drain Main Street’s stormwater,” Cr Breene said Residents have been provided with detailed information about the scheduled works in order to minimise any inconvenience while these essential upgrades take place.
The Federal Member for Forde, Bert van Manen MP, secured funding to install new cameras and the first is now feeding back information from the corner of River Hills and Fryar Roads, Eagleby. “Council recognises the importance of protecting the safety of all our residents and the best way to reduce crime or anti-social behaviour is to prevent it happening in the first place. “Our trained staff can pass on any relevant information to the police as an incident is happening. “Nothing substitutes for a visible police presence; however, the cameras are in place to provide assistance to police and serve as a deterrent.” Other cameras will be gradually rolled out in Beenleigh, Loganholme, Waterford West, and Boronia Heights.
Mobile Office Thursday 5 April 2018 2pm–3pm
Mt Warren Park Shopping Village 140–146 Mt Warren Bvd, Mt Warren Park
3.30pm–4.30pm
Eagleby Shopping Village 142–164 Fryar Rd, Eagleby
5pm–6pm
Beenleigh Mall 40–68 Main St,Beenleigh
COUNCILLOR JENNIE BREENE Chairperson City Parks, Animals, Environment and Waste 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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Mobile Microchipping is back! In conjunction with the RSPCA, we’ll be heading down to Middle Park (Middle Road, Boronia Heights) on 28 April between 7.30am to 9am to microchip cats and dogs for just $20 (that’s less than half price!). Microchipping your pet (if born after 1 July 2009) is a legal requirement in Queensland and it is the best way to identify your pet if lost. No bookings required. Just look for the RSPCA Mobile Microchipping trailer. For more locations visit www.logan.qld.gov. au/microchip
Are you leaving your pet behind these holidays? There’s a tangible sense of excitement in the lead up to holidays and especially at Easter and Christmas when many families travel, but unfortunately the number of lost and wandering animals impounded at the Animal Management Centre spikes. If you are travelling over the Easter holidays, please ensure you have made arrangements for the care of your pets before your go! Kennels and catteries are a great option, but if you decide to leave your pet with a friend or family member it’s a good idea to register your pet’s temporary guardians with the Animal Management Centre so that, if they do escape, we can return your pet to them in your absence.
Be Pet Smart (and avoid a bite) The chances of a dog bite or attack increases significantly during school holidays with many young children presented to emergency departments for stitches and tetanus shots. It’s not always the dog’s fault as most children who are bitten haven’t been taught how to interact safely around pets—can’t read a dog’s body language—or simply persist in annoying a pet until it reacts. The Be Pet Smart program is designed to equip children with the skills to prevent them from being bitten or snapped at by an anxious, sick or aggressive dog.
The program is offered to Early Learning Centres (3+ years), schools, vacation care and after school care centres and community groups across the city for FREE and is also delivered in part at some signature Council events. The program is designed to teach children, aged three and above, about their pet ownership responsibilities, how to provide the best care for their pets and how to identify and read a dog’s body language to ensure safe interactions. Each student receives a Be Pet Smart Activity Book and certificate. A Teachers Resource Guide will be supplied to each class/group booked.
All animals impounded that are registered, desexed and microchipped are released for free! It’s also a good idea to check your contact details are up to date when informing us of your pet’s temporary carer details.
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For more information or to book email amc@logan.qld.gov.au or contact 3412 5397.
CREDIT AND DEBIT CARD SAFETY thieves do not need your actual card to access your money While making purchases online can be a convenient way to get your shopping done, it’s important to protect your credit and debit card details from falling into the wrong hands. Hand held skimming devices and skimmers fitted to automatic teller machines (ATMs) are another method thieves may use to obtain your credit or debit card details and gain access to your hard-earned money. Below are some tips to help you protect your credit and debit card details in a variety of circumstances: • Only enter your credit card number on secure websites that you can be 100 per cent sure are legitimate. To be sure a website is secure, look for https:// in the address bar and a lock symbol in the upper left corner of your internet browser.
Safe City Logan Symposium Crystal Methamphetamine (more commonly known as the drug ‘ice’) will be targeted in a symposium designed to bring together government and community prevention, intervention and support services to discuss strategic responses to a universal problem. Registrations are now open to attend this FREE annual symposium, to be held at Griffith University (Logan Campus) on 17 May 2018. The symposium is suitable for industry professionals working in the drug and alcohol sector; students of criminology, health, human/social services, and similar disciplines; and interested community members.
• Services such as PayPal are a safer option for online payments; however, it is also important to use a strong password to reduce the risk of someone gaining access to these accounts. Passwords that use a combination of upper and lower case characters, numbers and symbols are harder to guess. Avoid writing down or sharing your password with anyone. • Regularly check your credit card and debit card purchase history for unfamiliar transactions, as this is often the first sign of credit card fraud. If you notice a charge you didn’t make, no matter how small, report the charge to your credit card issuer immediately. • When utilising an ATM, always shield the key pad when entering your pin number. • If you suspect that you may have used an ATM that had a skimming device fitted, report this to your credit or debit card issuer immediately.
Symposium attendees will be provided with a unique opportunity to hear from renowned professionals working in the drug and alcohol sector. Key presentation topics include:
• Consider investing in a wallet or purse that has an in-built RFID blocker, as this is an effective way to help protect against hand-held skimming devices.
• the history of Crystal Methamphetamine,
For further information, visit Council’s website: www.logan.qld.gov.au/safety
• the health, financial and social impacts associated with Crystal Methamphetamine; and • the collective response by industry professionals, government and community to this issue. To find out more about the Safe City Logan Symposium and to register for this FREE event, please visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/symposium
DOB IN A HOON 13HOON Did you know the Police have a dedicated Hoon Hotline - 13HOON (13 4666). Even if the hooning vehicle has left the area, reporting the date, time and where the hooning was occurring can assist police with identifying, locating and stopping hoons in their tracks. 29
Portable speed signs on the move You may have noticed fixed signs on side streets and connecting roads that flash a warning if you are over-speed or confirm that you are driving safely under the speed limit. These highly visible reminders have been doing their job in their current locations and will now be moved to new sites throughout the city, where they will continue to improve the safety of suburban streets by reducing the likelihood of accidents caused by speeding. The Portable Speed Advisory Signs (PSAS) do not contain speed cameras, but the speed limits are more heavily enforced by police where speeding is more prevalent.
Total Fire Ban Declared in Logan A total fire ban has ban declared across south east Queensland, extending to all areas in the City of Logan for the duration of the Commonwealth Games from 26 March to 21 April. All existing permits will be cancelled and the lighting of any fire is prohibited, including those that are exempt from requiring a Permit to Light. For further information go to: www.ruralfire.qld. gov.au/Using_Fire_Outdoors/Pages/Fire-Bansand-Restrictions.aspx
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Anzac Day services 2018 SPRINGWOOD TRI-SERVICES RSL SUB-BRANCH Dawn service in conjunction with Diggers Services Club at 44 Blackwood Rd. Club doors open at 4.30am and the service begins at 5.30am. Morning service at Springwood Park, Cinderella Drive, Springwood. Form up at 7.15am for 7.45am step off, from the Logan East Community Centre at the corner Cinderella Dr and Vanessa Bvld. March to Springwood Park Memorial for the 8am service.
GREENBANK RSL
LOGAN DIGGERS
Assemble in front of Gallipoli’s mirage sculpture before the 5.30am dawn service.
Join the Logan Diggers Services Club for a dawn service at 5.20am, followed by gunfire breakfast at 6.15am. A small charge applies to the general public.
The march will form up at 9.30am and step off at 10am. The main service will commence at 10.30am. JIMBOOMBA RSL SUB-BRANCH The dawn service will be held at the Jimboomba World War I Memorial on Honora St at 4.30am. A parade will set off from the Jimboomba Hotel Car Park at 7am, with a service to follow at Rotary Park at 7.30am at the WW2 memorial.
BEENLEIGH RSL A dawn service at Beenleigh War Memorial, Cnr James and Crete Sts, begins at 5.30am, followed by a gunfire breakfast at the RSL from 6.30am.
LOGAN VILLAGE RSL
A march for veterans and school groups will form up in York St at 10am for 10.30am start. The Anzac Day Main Service will take place at the Beenleigh War Memorial between 11am and 11.30am.
Logan Village RSL Anzac Day commemorations will start with a dawn service at the Logan Village Cenotaph, Wharf St, at 4.28am.
Live entertainment from 11am till late.
THE LOGAN AND DISTRICTS RSL SUB-BRANCH Assemble at 5.15am for the 5.30am dawn service at Logan Memorial Gardens, on the corner Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave. A gunfire breakfast for members and guests follows at 6.00 am at the Logan Tavern. March participants should assemble for an 8am for the 8.30 am March to the Logan Memorial Gardens. The service commences at 9.00am. Members and guests are invited to the Logan Tavern after the service.
The parade will start at 9.30am, ending with a morning service at the cenotaph at 10am. Traditional Anzac Day festivities will be held at the RSL from 11am.
FRIDAY 27 APRIL 5PM – 9PM KINGSTON BUTTER FACTORY, MILKY WAY, KINGSTON #eatsandbeats #visitlogan #cityoflogan www.visitlogan.com.au/eatsandbeats
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FREE ENTRY. ALL AGES EVENT. FOOD TRUCKS. LIVE MUSIC. As a matter of courtesy Logan City Council will endeavour to reduce the event impact in your local area by arranging a professional traffic management plan in order to minimise traffic congestion and to assist patrons with parking. The event program will ensure that noise levels are within Council and state government guidelines.
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GET SET FOR
THE GAMES Visit our website to see if your area will be affected by changes to Logan City Council services during the Commonwealth Games
www.logan.qld.gov.au