Volume 77 April 2019
Tallisha Harden: Logan’s quiet achiever
The front line in the fight against fire ants
CONTENTS
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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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Fighting fire ants
Cyber safety in sights of forum
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Writers: Zoe Krieg Martin King Julie Brumfield-Jones Sam Burgess Rebecca Waters Geoff Stead Zane Jackson Graphic design: Charlene Chang
Produced by Logan City Council. None of the material in this publication may be reproduced without the permission of Silvio Trinca, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Logan City Council. WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this magazine may contain images of deceased persons.
All content accurate as of 15 March 2019.
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Anzac Day services
ACTING MAYOR — Cherie Dalley
Have your say on animal keeping laws
DIVISION 2 — Cr Russell Lutton
Representing the whole of the City of Logan.
DIVISION 3 — Cr Steve Swenson 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 7 — Cr Laurie Smith
Front cover image: Tallisha Harden. Photo by Martin King.
Have you checked your smoke alarm?
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Meadowbrook tees up new clubhouse
News Editors: Martin King
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DIVISION 5 — Cr Jon Raven
Representing Forestdale, Hillcrest, Boronia Heights and part of Greenbank, Park Ridge, Park Ridge South, Munruben and North Maclean.
DIVISION 11 — Cr Trevina Schwarz Representing Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Silverbark Ridge and Woodhill and part of Greenbank, Jimboomba, Glenlogan, Riverbend, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub.
DIVISION 1 — Cr Lisa Bradley Representing Priestdale, Rochedale South and part of Daisy Hill, Underwood and Springwood.
Representing Berrinba, Marsden, Loganlea and part of Waterford West and Crestmead.
Rochedale South
DIVISION 8 — Cr Cherie Dalley Representing Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park and part of Park Ridge.
Browns Plains
Hillcrest Regents Park
Div 7
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Boronia Heights
Div 3
Park Ridge
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Loganholme Eagleby
Edens Landing Holmview
Div 12 Beenleigh Mount Warren Park
Bahrs Scrub
Buccan 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 Flagstone
Flinders Lakes Undullah
Logan Village
Stockleigh
Silverbark Ridge
Div 10 Carbrook
Park Ridge South
Monarch Glen
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Div 6 Waterford
Logan Reserve
Logan City Council acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land, pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging and extends that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the City of Logan.
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
Cedar Creek
Yarrabilba
Riverbend Glenlogan Kagaru
Kairabah
Jimboomba Tamborine
Cedar Grove
DIVISION 6 — Cr Cherie Dalley Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.
Cedar Vale
DIVISION 9 — Cr Phil Pidgeon
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Representing Logan Reserve, Chambers Flat, Stockleigh and part of Park Ridge, Crestmead, Waterford West, Park Ridge South, Munruben, North Maclean and South Maclean.
DIVISION 4 — Cr Laurie Koranski
Woodhill
Veresdale
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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I was proud to be invited to attend the official opening of Arcare, a five-star aged care facility and community boardwalk at Springwood. The event was attended by staff and residents, Dr Jim Chalmers MP, Federal Member for Rankin (second from left), Mick de Brenni MP State Member for Springwood (third from right), Logan City Councillors Lisa Bradley (third from Left) and Russell Lutton (right), Arcare CEO Colin Singh (centre, wearing a blue suit) and Arcare Marketing Manager Matthew Archdall (fourth from left)
A message from our Acting Mayor Welcome to the Our Logan April edition, a month that sees our city come alive with events, entertainment, Easter and of course Anzac Day commemorations.
Bronco, Indigenous All Star, Queensland Origin and Jillaroos Commonwealth Championship player. She is also Logan’s 2018 Sportswoman of the Year.
For me, Anzac Day is one of the most significant days on our community calendar. It is a day to salute those men and women who perpetuate the Anzac spirit, pay tribute to the selfless actions of the fallen; and reinvigorate pride in our nation and way of life.
A speech therapist during the week, Tallisha is proving that it is possible to achieve great things if you put your mind to it.
Commemorations are held in many locations throughout our city with services open to all residents (listed on page 29). It’s an important occasion to reflect on our past and honour those who have sacrificed so much in the defence of our country. Our cover story this month features Tallisha Harden, a proud resident of Logan and one very talented sportswoman. Having represented Australia in indoor volleyball she excelled in the first year of the NRL Women’s (NRLW) competition as a premiership-winning Brisbane
She is certainly a wonderful advocate for Logan and a role model for young women looking to make their mark on and off the field.
This is a battle of enormous significance to our city—and neighbouring local government areas—as fire ants have the potential to devastate our properties, natural bushland and recreational areas. Let’s all stay alert and help keep our city’s environment safe for everyone to enjoy.
Also this month, we are gearing up to tackle the issue of red imported fire ants. Having gained a foothold in Logan, Biosecurity Queensland is now enlisting the help of the community and conducting awareness programs for residents of all ages, to help us identify and report these dangerous pests. As well as reporting nest or ant sightings, it is important that we observe the Biosecurity restrictions that apply to most of the city and comply with regulations that apply to moving soil, mulch and other vegetation.
Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley City of Logan
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Tallisha Harden: Brisbane Bronco Indigenous All Star Sportswoman of the Year Last year, Woodridge’s Tallisha Harden made her debut as an elite rugby league player for the Brisbane Broncos, in the foundation year of the Australian Women’s NRL competition. It was a busy year for Tallisha, who captained the Burleigh Bears to another Division 1 grand final win, represented Queensland in the women’s NRL State of Origin, took to the field as a Jillaroo in the Commonwealth Rugby League Championships and was named Logan’s Sportswoman of the Year. Her progress to an elite level is all the more remarkable as Tallisha discovered rugby union only five years earlier. “I’d played indoor volleyball for about seven or eight years and was representing Australia at a Senior Women’s Level in 2012/2013. I felt that I needed a bit of a change, so a few friends from school suggested I try out rugby union with the women’s Sunnybank team. “I was a bit reluctant. The first night I managed to get a black eye—running into a goalpost, but I loved rugby straight away—I’m a bit competitive,” Tallisha said. Things really ramped up for Tallisha in 2018 when she was named one of the NRL’s 40 elite players for the inaugural season. “In previous years I had been lucky enough to captain the Indigenous All Stars and the Queensland Women’s 7s team in 2017, but I didn’t play much in 2015, as I had a bad ankle injury.” The injury—and loss of agility—meant Tallisha had to change positions from Centre (back) to Lock (forward), a hard task for the slightly built 25 year-old. “I had to learn how to defend and run hard rather than use my speed and pass. “We’re taught tackling techniques by the best including Broncos legend Trevor (the axe) Gillmeister, Jason Hetherington (Qld Women’s Coach) and Paul Dyer (Broncos NRLW Coach) and the sessions are always tough so you’re constantly reminded it’s a contact sport,” she said. “I’m fortunate to be playing alongside rather than against my Broncos team mate Rona ‘the chiropractor’ Peters, who’s really intimidating and an awesome defender. She’s one of the hardest-hitting humans I’ve ever seen,” she said. Tallisha’s commitment to the NRL is much broader than playing rugby league. Her role as a Deadly Choices 4
Ambassador provides the opportunity for school visits in Queensland and the Northern Territory—it has also taken her to ancestral home, Badu Island, in the Torres Strait. “It was good to visit the Torres Strait and catch up with cousins, some of whom live in sight of Papua New Guinea. It’s a wonderful part of the world, but I probably wouldn’t move, I’m definitely a Woodridge girl. “Woodridge is central to my work with Urban Indigenous Health as a speech pathologist, working in clinics on the Gold Coast, Bayside and in Logan,” Tallisha said. “It’s a great job helping kids with their speech and in my spare time being a Deadly Choices Ambassador—spreading the word in Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and Gold Coast with the team about healthy lifestyle choices, as well as promoting NRL at a community level and developing the game. “I’m really looking forward to development days here in Logan early in the season as there’s such as strong following in schools like Marsden and Mabel Park. “Rugby league is a fast-growing sport for girls and I’m sure we will find some future stars here,” she said.
Logan Village State School pupils Grace and Flynn with Aka and his handler Mandy from Biosecurity Queensland
Life on the front line—
fighting fire ants Logan is a front line in the ongoing battle against fire ants, so Aka, the Red Imported Fire Ant Odour Detection Dog, is visiting local schools, to enlist the assistance of the community to detect and report these dangerous pests. Accompanied by his handler, Mandy, Aka and his fellow detection dogs are showing more than 10,000 children and their families how to identify and report fire ants each year. “The school program allows us to engage a new demographic in a fun and interactive way that not only educates, but inspires children to take an interest in environmental issues,” Mandy said. “The children then take this knowledge and enthusiasm home and tell their parents about the impacts of fire ants and the importance of checking their own backyards and reporting ant sightings.” National Red Imported Fire Ant Eradication Program General Manager,
John Jordan said involving the community in eradicating fire ants was critical to containing and eradicating these pests. “The community are our eyes on the ground, as everyone knows their property best,” John said. “In addition to the school-based program, we offer free general fire ant awareness training for residents and business owners in Logan. “The 90-minute sessions are held fortnightly on Tuesdays (except public holidays) and provide residents with the opportunity to see live fire ants close-up at our Berrinba facility.” Bookings are necessary, as session spots are limited. To make a booking, phone Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23 or register online. To book training or to report suspected fire ant nests call Biosecurity Queensland or visit: ants.daf.qld.gov.au
Fire ants Fire ants vary in size, between two and six millimetres, are copperybrown with a dark abdomen, are usually aggressive and inflict a painful sting. Generally fire ant nests look like mounds of loose soil and with no obvious entry or exit holes. In residential areas, nests may be found in lawns, next to footpaths, in garden beds, around taps and utility pits. They are present across Logan City and their mounds are more prevalent during cooler months, assisting in their detection from autumn to spring. They have the potential to destroy our outdoor lifestyle and everyday activities such as barbecues, picnics and even outdoor sports. Vigilance is paramount to defeating them. Left unchecked, they spread and multiply, impacting severely on people’s health and wellbeing as well as endangering the environment and local economy.
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Safe City Logan Symposium to look at cyber safety Cyber safety is the topic of the 2019 symposium being held at Griffith University’s Logan campus at Meadowbrook on 27 June. The nature of cyber safety is continually changing, with the increasing popularity and diversification of social media— coupled with online offences that include information and identity theft, scams, extortion and fraud, child grooming and sexual exploitation. The challenges faced by law enforcement, government agencies, private businesses and everyday citizens in identifying and combating these issues will be among the topics discussed at the symposium.
Established in 2015, this annual event brings together a range of technical and legal specialists and speakers to raise awareness of the issues and how to educate the broader community about safety priorities. Logan City Council is seeking sponsorship from local organisations or businesses to help support the delivery of the 2019 Safe City Logan Symposium. More information is available at logan.qld.gov.au/safetysymposium or call Council’s Community Safety Program on 3412 4303 or email safecity@logan.qld.gov.au
Logan Safety Camera Program update Council’s Community Safety Program has been busy with the installation of new and upgraded Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) safety cameras throughout the Logan Safety Camera Program network. New permanent CCTV safety cameras have so far been installed in 2018/2019 at: • Oates Park, Woodridge • Mayes Park, Kingston • Eridani Park, Kingston • Reserve Park, Slacks Creek • Buxton Park, Yarrabilba • Shaw Street Oval, Yarrabilba • Village Green, Logan Village • Intersection of Station Road and King Arthur Boulevard, Bethania • Noffke Park, Bethania • Larry Storey Park, Waterford • Loganlea Picnic Grounds, Meadowbrook • Pinnington Park, Crestmead • Peppertree Park, Jimboomba 6
• Roundabout at Hammel Street and James Street, Beenleigh • Hammel Park, Beenleigh • Doug Larsen Park, Beenleigh. Funding sources for these new cameras included the Federal Government’s Safer Communities Fund (round 1 and 2) as well as Council’s budget. So far this financial year, 10 existing CCTV cameras have been upgraded, mainly within the Logan Central and Woodridge safety camera precincts. More than 15 new cameras are still to come this financial year as well as works to upgrade a further seven existing cameras. The Logan Safety Camera Program is designed to enhance community safety and involves 24/7 real-time monitoring, recording and reporting of CCTV safety cameras across the City of Logan by trained and qualified operators from a dedicated, secure monitoring room. More information is available at logan. qld.gov.au/community-support/safety
LOED Energy Series Helping businesses profit by minimising overheads The Logan Office of Economic Development (LOED) is hosting the final in a series of events to help local businesses make significant cuts in energy, water and waste expenses. The last instalment of the LOED Energy Series is a networking opportunity and an in-depth case study with Logan waste solutions business Mil-tek. Mil-tek helps businesses manage waste more efficiently through a range of easyto-use waste balers and compactors and offers free lean waste mapping services to help Logan businesses reduce their waste costs and divert recyclable waste from landfill. You’ll hear from Managing Director, Rachel Baigent who will share the energy and cost savings Mil-tek has achieved, as well as the
benefits of participating in the CCIQ ecoBiz program. ecoBiz is a free program, funded by the Queensland Government that helps businesses reduce energy costs and save money through sustainable initiatives. ecoBiz coaches will be on hand to share tips and tricks, and help attendees develop and implement action plans to ultimately increase efficiencies in their businesses. This free event will be hosted between 5pm to 7pm on Tuesday 30 April at HELP Enterprises’ new facility in Crestmead. Mil-tek has recently partnered with HELP Enterprises to train HELP staff (people with a disability) to use waste compactors and place them in jobs. For more information and to register, visit: loed.com.au/home/events
Working with a million learners Becoming the most used source for professional learning in the world by 2020 is the goal which one Logan business has set itself—and it is fast proving it has the credentials to do it. Still in its infancy, GO1 is proving to be “the Spotify of education”, according to one of its founders. Vu Tran, Chris Hood, Andrew Barnes and Chris Eigeland joined forces just three years ago to create GO1, which is now one of the top online learning platforms in Australia. Andrew Barnes said GO1 was a marketplace of education, which made it easier for people to access all their training needs. He compared the company, which has one million learners on its platform, to
Businesses can reuse, replace and recycle their way to increased profits
GO1 founders - Vu Tran, Chris Hood, Andrew Barnes, Chris Eigeland
the music streaming platform Spotify. “We deliver everything from first aid courses in person to online leadership courses and everything in between working alongside some of the largest companies in the world and covering a wide range of industries and regions.” Andrew said GO1 could add content to a company’s existing learning platforms or create a new and fresh portal for their team. “We offer more than 100,000 courses in all fields from privacy and fire prevention in the workplace to how to build a business, including financial projections for startups.
“GO1 is based out of Logan which is where we have our highest employee number, but we currently have in excess of 100 staff globally across Australia, the United States, Vietnam, the United Kingdom, South Africa and Malaysia,” he said. Andrew said the company occupied a unique position in the training market due to its size. Visit: go1.com
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DIVISION 1 NEWS
Springwood Park to go online The next time you visit Springwood Park, take advantage of our free Wi-Fi. The new service, set to go live this month, is part of Council delivering on the Springwood Summit outcomes to improve digital connectivity by bringing free Wi-Fi to one of Springwood’s favourite public green spaces. “Free Wi-Fi is one of many ways we can encourage the local community to get the best use of our park facilities in Division One,” Councillor Lisa Bradley said. “People tend to stay longer in a place if they can access free Wi-Fi while it also allows those who may not have internet access to get online.
Councillor Lisa Bradley at the new boardwalk at Springwood Park that links Cinderella Drive and Briggs Road
Pathway network keeps neighbourhoods connected Three new walkways will provide increased pedestrian and cycling connectivity in Springwood and allow residents to further explore and enjoy their suburb. A three-metre wide shared pathway will be built near Hotel Gloria and will link Carol Avenue to Laurinda Crescent.
“These community-enhancing projects will allow those who live and work in Springwood to get around the suburb more easily and safely,” Councillor Lisa Bradley said.
The pathway will be lit at night and will have public art and safety camera monitoring.
Division One residents also have a new bushland walkway and café to discover following the opening of an eye-catching aged-care facility in Cinderella Drive.
The project is scheduled for completion in November, weather permitting.
The new five-star, 110-suite facility was built by Arcare at a cost of $47 million.
Construction will start later this year on another shared pathway adjacent to Springwood Central State School.
The development includes a publicuse fenced timber boardwalk that weaves through the neighbouring leafy Springwood Park to link Cinderella Drive and Briggs Road.
The pathway will run from the Carol Avenue-Murrajong Road intersection through to Dennis Road. In addition to lighting, safety camera monitoring and public art, there also will be seating along the pathway and a shade structure. At the same time, streetscape works will be undertaken in Murrajong Road, Carol Avenue, Briggs Road and Paxton
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Street. Works are scheduled to be completed by early next year.
“This new community service in Springwood Park is another positive step towards creating a more connected and accessible city.”
Cr Bradley said it was pleasing to see a developer doing extra work to provide a value-add for the local community. “The boardwalk can be enjoyed by everyone while the café will be a welcomed space for those who celebrate Anzac Day in Springwood Park,” Cr Bradley said. “I am hoping what has been achieved with this development is a template for other developers to bring more benefits to the Division One community.”
The boardwalk is fenced with waist-high handrails on both sides. The facility has a café open to the public and a meeting space that can be booked by local community and service groups.
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
Park set for stunning transformation A tired Kingston park will be transformed thanks to a major upgrade now underway. Councillor Russell Lutton said long-anticipated works at Eridani Park would turn it into a familyfriendly community focal point. Councillor Russell Lutton inspects the upgrade works at Kingston’s Eridani Park
Priority projects identified for Logan Central You told us what you wanted for Logan Central and we’ve listened. Our Logan Central Summit brought together hundreds of stakeholders to discuss and contribute ideas on the future vision of Logan Central. Participants were asked the question: ‘what’s your big idea for Logan Central’ and we received a huge response. Councillor Russell Lutton said Council officers recorded the community feedback and had now condensed it into a top-10 list of priority projects. Some of the highlight projects include: • A new ‘promenade’ shared pathway that will provide gathering spaces, street furniture, lighting, public art and safe access to Logan Gardens from Wembley Rd. It will showcase the Gardens and connect to the upcoming water park. • A Streetscape Masterplan for the Croydon Rd Precinct, including Croydon Rd and its laneways, Station Rd, Railway Pde and Blackwood Rd and streetscape upgrades. • Place Branding and Building Improvement Strategies aimed
to improve place identity and encourage land owners and business to invest in upgrades to shop fronts. “These exciting projects have the potential to make Logan Central a drawcard not only for our City, but for South-East Queensland,” Cr Lutton said. “It’s already a vibrant cultural city centre, but as funding becomes available we will use these projects as a blueprint to make Logan Central shine even brighter.” Other projects include free Wi-Fi in Logan Gardens, a Precinct Masterplan and an activation strategy aimed at securing events.
The existing playground is being replaced and will be covered by a shade sail while new shelters will be installed and the basketball court upgraded. Eridani Park is in a prime location, with access from Eridani Ave, Capella St, Anchusa St and Orionis St. It also backs on to Groves Christian College. “I’ve worked with Council’s parks team to come up with an upgrade that I’m confident will see this park attract more children and families than ever before,” Cr Lutton said. “The old facilities were dated and tired. The playground will soon feature new equipment and the park will have a new barbecue, picnic area with shelters, seating and other facilities. “The existing half basketball court will be turned into a full-sized court.” Works are expected to be completed in the coming months.
Cr Lutton said $5 million would be sought in the next Council budget to deliver the priority projects, falling in line with funding committed to Springwood and Beenleigh after similar summits. The full list of projects listed on the Logan Central Implementation Plan is now available at: logan.qld.gov.au/ logancentralsummit
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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Springwood Conservation Park
DIVISION 3 NEWS Woodridge
Timothy Park
Daisy Hill
Key works now underway in your neighbourhood
2. Flying Fox 7. Asphalt Resurfacing
6. Cycleway 3. Flying Fox
1. CCTV Camera
Logan Central
Residents may have noticed the following work projects that will improve and upgrade Council infrastructure across Division 3
7. Asphalt Resurfacing Slacks Creek
Logan Gardens
Shailer Park
Meakin Park
8. Footpaths 9. Bus Stop Upgrade Nealdon Park Logan City Golf Course Gould Adams Park
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Riverdale Park
Tanah Merah
Loganlea 7. Asphalt Resurfacing
Improvements deliver benefits for residents 1. CCTV camera A safety camera with 360-degree viewing capacity will be installed at the intersection of Chatswood and Paradise roads at Daisy Hill. 2. Flying fox A flying fox installed in Magellan Park in Springwood’s Raleigh Street will soon be ready for use. 3. Flying fox The Timothy Park flying fox builds on the upgraded Slacks Track park network and is located just off the Park Rd entrance. The concrete footings for this new equipment (2 and 3) need time to cure. Please keep out of the work areas to ensure the equipment can be used as soon as possible.
5. Stormwater drainage and kerb and channel upgrade Road widening, kerbing and new stormwater drainage will be installed in Jalan St (from Tanah Merah Ave to just past Plumbs Rd) in Tanah Merah in the coming months.
8. Footpaths New sections of footpaths have been completed in Queens Rd at Kingston. Similar works are planned at Opal St, Slacks Creek and Springfield Cr, Daisy Hill. 9. Bus stop upgrade
6. Cycleway A new off-road cycleway will be installed along Reserve Rd at Slacks Creek. This link forms part of the Woodridge to Springwood Cycle Network.
Council is upgrading bus stop facilities at Queens Rd (near Arch St); Clare Rd (near Kingston Rd) at Kingston; and Reserve Rd at Slacks Creek.
7. Asphalt resurfacing Resurfacing works have been carried out at Springwood (Gamenya Dr and Jilbard Ct), Tanah Merah (Pancor Ct, Sambit St, Teakam Cres, Bandar Ct) and Slacks Creek (Brian St and Renita St).
4. Drainage upgrade An upgrade to improve the stormwater drainage network and reduce local flooding has been completed in the Mallee Dr catchment at Tanah Merah. 10
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.
Logan Art Gallery School Holiday Program Portraits in graphite and ink on paper Wednesday 10 April, 10am to noon
Based on the 200 Boss Drovers drawings by Robert MacPherson, one of Australia’s most highly regarded contemporary artists. Create a series of artworks in graphite and ink on paper. Use natural stains such as tea, coffee and beetroot to ‘age’ your artworks. 20 places. For ages six to 14 (Carers to remain with children aged seven and under.)
Plaster fresco pendants: a workshop for children with artists Nancy Brown and F.S. Helfisch Friday 12 April, 10am to 2.30pm
Learn the ancient art of fresco by painting pigments onto freshly poured plaster surfaces. You will create fresco pendants and sculptural objects that are cast from plaster and then painted and carved. 12 places. For children six to 12 years. Bring your own lunch.
Portraits in mono-print and natural stains Tuesday 16 April, 2pm to 4pm
Create a series of mono-print portraits using natural stains such as tea, coffee and beetroot to ‘age’ your artworks. We will be using the 200 Boss Drovers drawings by Robert MacPherson as the basis of our portaits. 15 places. For ages eight to 16 years.
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Image: MacPHERSON Robert/Australia b.1937/1000 FROG POEMS: 1000 BOSS DROVERS (“YELLOW LEAF FALLING”) FOR H.S. (detail, no. 2400) 1996-2014/Graphite, ink and stain on paper.Purchased 2014 with funds from the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art Foundation, Paul and Susan Taylor, and Donald and Christine McDonald/Collection: Queensland Art Gallery.
Nancy Brown, Fresco pendants, 2017, plaster of Paris with pigments
MacPHERSON ROBERT, Australia b.1937, 1000 FROG POEMS: 1000 BOSS DROVERS (“YELLOW LEAF FALLING”) FOR H.S. (detail, no. 1862) 1996 – 2014, graphite, ink and stain on paper. Purchased 2014 with funds from the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art Foundation, Paul and Susan Taylor, and Donald and Christine McDonald. Collection: Queensland Art Gallery
To book your place phone 3412 5519 or visit: logan.qld.gov.au/galleryevents
Logan Live returns in July 2019 matching musicians and venues to celebrate live music throughout Logan. Special professional development sessions are running until 16 April to give musicians a career boost. Visit: loganlive.com.au to book your place!
YOUR MUSIC CAREER
Exhibitions • Robert MacPherson: Boss Drovers • Nancy Brown and F.S. Helfisch: Archaeology • Sandra Pearce: Fading to grey • Workshop wonders XVII These exhibitions will be on display until 27 April. For further details check the March edition of Our Logan or the What’s on booklet at: logan.qld.gov.au/galleryevents
Creative Markets 10am – 2pm
Saturday 6 Apr 2019 Logan Art Gallery
Enjoy the Creative Markets outside the gallery. Discover special and unique gifts for you or a loved one.
• crafts • food & drink • handmade clothes • Handmade sweets 11
WHAT’S ON AT
EVENTS
Creative Markets Saturday 6 April from 10am to 2pm Logan Art Gallery, Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL®
Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum Local Arts and Crafts Sale
Sunday 14 April, 6.30pm
Saturday 13 April from 7am to 2pm 205 Main St, Beenleigh
The original New York and Las Vegas hit Menopause The Musical® returns to Australia in 2019!
Tour de Brisbane Sunday 14 April from 8.30am to 11.45am Priestdale Rd, Rochedale Rd and Miles Platting Rd, Rochedale South (see page 28)
Songkran 2019 (Thai New Year)
Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra, memory loss, hot flushes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more.
Sunday 14 April 2019 from 8am to 5pm Wat Thai Buddharam, 1-11 Paradise Road, Forestdale
JUGG LIFE
Eats & Beats Friday 26 April from 5pm to 9pm Berrinba Wetlands, Wayne Goss Dr, Browns Plains
Tuesday 9 April, 11am Wednesday 10 April, 11am Jugg Life is an explosive fusion of dynamic live percussion and relentless energy with the breathtaking skills of two of Australia’s best jugglers.
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Performers Byron Hutton and Joe Fisher display precisely what they love about juggling in every way possible, incorporating competition, danger, music and a Rubik’s Cube.
I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS Teens 12–17
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Thursday 4 April, 7pm
Bookings for the April school holiday program are now open. logan.qld.gov.au/krank
Joyous. Sexy. Heartbreaking. Take a dizzying ride through love’s collision course. Based on 800 anonymous love stories submitted by you, your friends and your exes, I Want To Know What Love Is throws a spotlight on long-buried memories, bedroom fantasies, crushes and conquests—as secret confessions are transformed into magnificent declarations centre stage.
BOOKINGS In person: Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central Mon to Fri 9.30am to 4.30pm 12
Phone: 07 3412 5626 Online: loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
WHAT'S ON AT YOUR LIBRARY Welcome to the fantasy art room: illustration workshop with Aaron Pocock Illustrator and author Aaron Pocock will be conducting fantasy art room workshops for ages eight and over at each of Logan’s nine libraries between 15 and 17 April, where he will be teaching budding artists the basics of illustration. Lessons about how to create a pocket-sized animation studio, using pipe cleaner action figures, green screen backgrounds and free apps to bring the action to life. Pick up the What’s on guide for dates and times. You can also download the guide or book online into sessions at: loganlibraries.org/whats-on
Teen Hive events Start up with Substation33 Explore the world of Substation33, a local e-waste social enterprise start-up. Learn about the growing business opportunities for young people within e-recycling, while building a rechargeable torch from e-waste. For ages 13+.
Hive Central Fri 12 April, 1pm to 2.30pm
Hive West Thu 11 April, 10am to 11.30am
Water think tank What if South East Queensland ran out of water? What would YOU do to keep the water flowing? Join the Seqwater and Logan City Council sustainability think tank, build a water supply model and find out about future opportunities for businesses and careers. For ages 13+. Hive Central: Logan Central Library, 26 Wilbur Street, Logan Central Tue 16 April, 11am to 1pm Hive West: Logan West Library, 69 Grand Plaza Drive, Browns Plains Wed 17 April, 10am to 12pm
Visiting author The second best job in the world
Fabulous Lemon Drops: Let’s sing show Experience the joys of live music making, in this hands-on music show. Children will be able to express themselves creatively through song and a variety of instruments. Logan Hyperdome: Mon 8 April at 10am
Join globe-trotting TV cameraman and author Julian Mather as he discusses his book, The second best job in the world. Julian will share rollicking stories and unforgettable characters, as well as inspire you to question: who really does have the best job in the world? Logan North: Tue 2 April, 6pm to 7.30pm
Our animal friends The owl whisperer Join wildlife carer and ecologist, Stefan Hattingh, as he talks about the habitat loss of local owls in urban areas, the impact of rat poison leading to their decline and the nest-box projects that are offering hope. `` Logan Central: Sat 13 Apr – 10.30am to 12:30pm
Bookings are essential for guest presenters and Teen Hive sessions at loganlibraries.org/whats-on
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DIVISION 4 NEWS
Works program helps improve our community
Councillor Laurie Koranski gets an insight into the inspiring mind of young inventor Charlie Johnstone
The replacement of a degraded unsafe bridge with a ground-level path in Logan Village and the upgrade of two busy bus stops in Mount Warren Park are among a number of infrastructure improvement projects planned or already underway in Division 4. Councillor Laurie Koranski said the works were part of a $100 million investment by Council this financial year to improve infrastructure across the city. She said works would commence in coming months to provide a path with culverts in place of the old timber Quinzeh Creek bridge. The new concrete structure has been designed with pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders in mind and supports one of the Logan Village forum outcomes. Bus stop facilities in Mount Warren Boulevard, near Beaudesert-Beenleigh Rd and Gaynor Crt, at Mount Warren Park will be upgraded. “In addition to these upgrades, two new bus shelters will be installed in Carl Heck Boulevard near Windaroo Shopping Centre,” Cr Koranski said. The works scheduled for Division 4 include the upgrades of Hotz Rd (near Florence Ct) and Nash Rd, both in Jimboomba. Asphalt resurfacing and spray sealing to improve road surfaces has also been completed in the following locations: • Logan Village: Anembo Crt, Latimer Rd, Maloo Crt, Maranoa Dve, Wandearah Rd, Kooruhman Crt • Windaroo: Carl Heck Blvd, Denkmann Crt, Gottsfreid Pl, Mewing Crt, Susan Godfrey Dve. • Belivah: Osbourne Crt
Talented teen shoots for the stars A new adventure awaits the City of Logan’s 2019 Young Citizen of the Year Charlie Johnstone. The 14-year-old from Bahrs Scrub is heading to the United States later this month to visit NASA’s Cape Kennedy Space Center in Florida where he will have lunch with astronauts as part of his prize for winning an inventing competition last year. Charlie impressed the judges and beat out 3,000 other entries nationally with his idea of turning discarded plastic bottles into new printing cartridges. That’s just one of many innovative and socially conscious projects and ideas launched by this amazing teenager. Charlie was recognised by Council in this year’s Australia Day awards for his charity work in collecting unsold bread from local shops and distributing it to the needy. The youngster is now formulating plans for an interschool gaming contest with proceeds to go to charity and a program to collect blankets for the homeless this winter.
“I find Charlie inspirational and can’t wait to see what he achieves next.” Charlie is Middle School Captain at Canterbury College at Waterford and plays basketball and volleyball for the college. He also participates in RoboCup where teams build robots that compete against each other in a game of soccer. Charlie says the secret to his success in so many different fields is “perseverance”. “I believe that if you keep giving something a go, it will eventually end in your favour,” he said. Charlie wants to pursue a career in law, hopefully at Yale or Harvard universities in the United States, but is also keen to learn what he can from his lunch date with astronauts. “I’m interested to see how it all works and also bounce some ideas off them,” he said.
Councillor Laurie Koranski says Charlie is doing himself, his family and his city proud. “It is remarkable that someone so young has already achieved so much and helped so many people,” Cr Koranski said.
• Mundoolun: Barnes Rd • Cedar Creek: Veivers Rd.
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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
Cr Jon Raven discusses proposed works outside Loganlea Train Station with local resident Bob Helmore
New crossings for Loganlea hot spot Pedestrians will be the big winners in a project undertaken by Logan City Council outside Loganlea Train Station. Councillor Jon Raven has been keen to promote improved safety for pedestrians in this area. Cr Raven said a slower road environment was being created on Station Rd outside the train station with the construction of speed platforms in three locations.
provided at each of these three speed platforms,” he said.
access between the bus stops on Station Rd and Loganlea Train Station.
“Loads of school kids and other pedestrians use this area throughout the day and we want to keep them safe.
The area from the Loganlea Rd overbridge to Loganlea Train Station will be accessed through the second raised crossing.
“It’s not just about pedestrians though, the slower traffic will improve safety for motorists using the busy intersection near the station as well.”
Access across Bernice St to Loganlea State High School will be provided by the third raised crossing.
The first raised crossing provides
New fencing and upgraded lighting are also being installed in the area.
“There will be pedestrian crossings
Council enlists aspiring tradies to expand art studio A joint project has delivered new facilities to the Logan Artists Association as well as upgraded the skills of a group of Logan youth. Under the guidance of yourtown’s Social Enterprises, the group erected a deck area off the existing verandah at the association’s Loganlea art studio. Councillor Jon Raven said it was a great investment in a thriving community group.
“This deck looks out across the beautiful gardens behind the studio,” he said. “It is one of Loganlea’s hidden gems.” The Logan Artists Association has been located in Coral St for about 20 years and now has nearly 300 members.
and is looking forward to holding many wonderful events on it. “This is a prime example of where Council funding goes and what it means to the community,” Mrs Flack said.
Association president and co-ordinator Di Flack said the association was thrilled to have its new deck in place
Mobile Office - Tuesday 30 April 2019 4pm to 6pm
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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
Summit leads to exciting plans for Meadowbrook
The vision for Meadowbrook
Logan City Council has released the outcomes from the Meadowbrook Summit and associated community engagement events held during September last year.
“Logan Hospital already has strong partnerships with Griffith University, with TAFE, and with other institutions in the Meadowbrook precinct,” Ms Powell said.
The Summit aimed to progress the area as the city’s premier destination for healthcare investment and advanced education.
“As a teaching hospital with a comprehensive suite of medical specialties, we’re in a unique position to build on these partnerships, attract student placements and develop the health workforce of the future.”
The Meadowbrook Summit Outcomes report sets out 22 actions and 40 initiatives that will help Meadowbrook become Logan’s place for health, wellbeing and community. The vision is to develop Meadowbrook into a true health and knowledge precinct. Feedback from the community and stakeholders will help guide prioritisation of actions in Meadowbrook, including new projects that Council hopes to implement to improve key places and attract targeted investment. Council will now consider allocating additional resources in the 2019/2020 Budget to be adopted in June while it will also explore other opportunities for funding, grants and partnerships. Meadowbrook is home to Griffith University, TAFE, Logan Hospital and other important businesses and organisations.
“The positioning of Meadowbrook is right, I think the timing is right, and the terms of the focus: health, education, knowledge, work—skilled work —is what I would be looking at for this precinct.” “We should not limit our ambition for Logan, this precinct, our city and our community. It’s a time to be bold. Bernard Salt, AM, Managing Director, The Demographics Group
Meadowbrook’s precinct leaders, industry experts and local Members of Parliament are supporting Logan City Council’s vision for the area.
“If they are to be successful, it is important these precincts are supported by higher education institutions and the private sector, not just as government-led initiatives.”
Head of Griffith University’s Logan Campus, Pro Vice Chancellor Linda O’Brien, said the university was keen to contribute to Meadowbrook’s future.
Tim O'Neill, Executive Director - SEQ Development, Economic Development Queensland
“Griffith has great strengths, not only on the Logan Campus, but across all of Griffith’s campuses, which we can draw upon to build an outstanding health and wellbeing precinct in Meadowbrook,” Ms O’Brien said. “We can bring all of that expertise and knowledge into this precinct.” Logan Bayside Health Network Executive Director Dr Jacinta Powell said Logan Hospital’s existing relationships with institutions in Meadowbrook would continue to be of benefit.
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Visit: logan/qld.gov.au/meadowbrooksummit for more information
Most important elements to develop Meadowbrook into a health and knowledge precinct: • Attract new investment related to healthcare and education • Ensure the major precinct stakeholders work together • Attract talent by providing attractive lifestyle, employment, family and cultural features
Phone: 3412 3412 Email: division6@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.
The YMCA team responsible for creating the CityStudio street lounge at Woodridge’s Global Food Market each Sunday
Lounge pops up at local market A pop-up gallery of local art and a vertical garden made from recycled pallets and donated plants are all being featured in a new creative space at Woodridge’s Global Food Market. These new elements are part of the pop-up urban street lounge developed by the CityStudio Logan project team to provide a casual hang-out space for visitors to sit down, relax and enjoy the weekly markets. Students from the YMCA Vocational School at Kingston, together with their program coordinators and mentors, have been collaborating with Council staff and the Ethnic Communities Council of Logan to develop an experimental, small-scale, low-cost but high-impact project for the weekly market.
The project has been an empowering experience for me. It has been awesome to be part of something we get to showcase to people, taking an idea and bringing it alive in the community. Participating YMCA student
After weeks of research and prototyping ideas that could work in the unused footpath space, the team co-designed the innovative lounge space which also features a public ‘book nook’ made from repurposed milk crates, vertical garden, street games for added entertainment and a maker’s market.
The Global Food Market runs from 6am to 2pm every Sunday along Croydon Rd, near Woodridge Train Station. Visit Innov8 Logan on Facebook for more information.
Watching the students being proud of their participation, ideas and hard work has been an absolute highlight. The program has also reminded me that—with creativity and collaborative thinking— outstanding outcomes can be achieved. YMCA volunteer Logan Recycling Market has been a wonderful source of materials to help bring the team’s vision to life. The street lounge project has helped to strengthen the relationship between Council and the community as well as provide an exciting, hands-on learning opportunity for the students involved. It has also allowed the project team to explore other place-making possibilities for the future in Woodridge and potentially at the Croydon Rd markets. 17
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April is the time to check your smoke alarms In 2017, Queensland introduced new smoke alarm laws requiring that all new or replacement alarms installed must be of the superior photoelectric type which complies with Australian Standard (AS) 3786-2014. These alarms respond faster and are not as prone to nuisance alarms from cooking. The older type—ionisation smoke alarms—were commonly sold and installed prior to 2017. These alarms are identified by a small radiation sticker either on the back or inside the unit. All smoke alarms have a life-span of 10 years under normal conditions, but ionisation alarms should be replaced immediately.
It’s a good idea to check alarms regularly by pressing their ‘test' button to ensure they work and changing non-lithium batteries with new batteries on 1 April each year. Lithium batteries usually have a 10-year lifespan but need to be tested. The good news is that alarms are fairly inexpensive with a new photoelectric alarm with a 10-year battery available for less than $30—or half that price for alkaline battery powered model.
What am I required to have in my home in terms of smoke alarms? All existing dwellings, at a minimum, are required to have smoke alarms located:
• in hallways which connect bedrooms and the rest of the dwelling; or • if there is no hallway, between the bedrooms and other parts of the floor level; and • if there are no bedrooms on a floor level, at least one smoke alarm must be installed in the most likely path of travel to exit the dwelling. You can buy smoke alarms from hardware stores, electrical retailers, or have 240V mains-powered models installed by a qualified electrician. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services provides additional information and advice about smoke alarms on its website at: qfes.qld.gov. au/community-safety/smokealarms/ Pages/photoelectric-alarms.aspx
DON’T BE A FOOL, SECURE YOUR TOOLS! Ask anyone working in a trade and they will tell you that having the right tools are essential to getting the job done. But too often, tools, equipment and building materials are stolen from construction sites, costing tradies thousands of dollars and causing lengthy delays in getting the job completed.
Council is encouraging Logan tradies to secure their tools—and residents to be vigilant—through its new crime prevention campaign aimed at reducing construction site theft. If you witness someone acting suspiciously around a construction site, report it by calling PoliceLink on
131 444 or lodging a report via the PoliceLink App. If you are witnessing a crime taking place, dial 000. For more hints and tips on construction site crime prevention, visit: logan.qld.gov.au/communitysafety
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DIVISION 7 NEWS
New clinic makes immunisation easy Logan City Council is bringing good health right to your door step.
Caitlin Vayro, of Munruben, gets a jab from Logan City Council Senior Immunisation Nurse, Melissa Harwood
Now there’s no need to travel halfway across town with Greenbank the latest suburb to get a Logan City Council-run immunisation clinic. Conveniently located at Greenbank State School, the drop-in clinic offers vaccines for children and adults. “Having an immunisation clinic at Greenbank State School is handy because it’s a focal point for the community,” Councillor Laurie Smith said. “The clinic will make it easier for parents to drop by and make sure their children are up to date with their jabs. “The clinic also offers a range of vaccines for adults, such as influenza, whooping cough, tetanus and hepatitis.” Greenbank State School Principal Jeff Jones said the clinic plays a valuable role in keeping the community healthy. “School-based immunisation clinics are a highly efficient and cost-effective way to immunise people who can otherwise be difficult to reach,” Mr Jones said. “Having a clinic on school grounds makes it easy for parents and the public to get the jabs they need.” The immunisation clinic is open Mondays from 11am to 11.45am in the old school building at 24-36 Goodna Road. For more information please visit: logan.qld.gov.au/communitysupport/health/immunisation Since its inception in 1979, Logan City Council has provided immunisation services to the community.
Greenbank State School Principal Jeff Jones with Councilllor Laurie Smith
There are 10 immunisation clinics throughout the city offering free and paid vaccinations.
Fresh set of eyes keeps Greenbank safe Developer Mirvac has installed four cameras in the Everleigh estate at Greenbank.
building houses but also building good communities.”
It brings the number of safety cameras in place across the division to nine, with more planned.
The Logan Safety Camera Program is designed to enhance community safety and involves 24/7 real-time monitoring, recording and reporting services by trained and qualified operators from a dedicated, secure monitoring room.
“A few years ago there were no public safety cameras and now we have nine,” Councillor Laurie Smith said. “The cameras are unobtrusive but have a great range and are proven to be effective in detecting and deterring crime. “I’d like to congratulate Mirvac for installing these cameras. It shows that they are not just about
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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
Councillor Cherie Dalley inspects the new playground at Iberis Park in Regents Park
Park upgrades boost appeal of our green spaces Residents in Division 8 love their parks with the green spaces provided by Council always an attraction for children and families who want to enjoy the outdoors. And several popular parks in the division have recently received significant upgrades. Councillor Cherie Dalley said works at Woollard Park at Browns Plains, Rosia Park at Park Ridge and Regents Park at Regents Park provided new facilities which catered for adults, children and dogs. “I know how important parks are to our community and I take great pride in seeing residents enjoy these facilities, whether it is children playing on playground equipment, people walking their dog or hosting a barbecue,” Cr Dalley said.
The playground has been boosted with new equipment, while the old shelter and picnic setting have replaced with more spacious and modern fixtures. A drinking fountain and rubbish bin have also been installed and minor tree works were undertaken to improve access. The Regents Park dog off-leash area has been given a boost with a new shelter and picnic setting installed to allow dog owners to sit and relax while their dogs run and play. A new drinking fountain has also been installed near the existing playground, replacing the damaged existing fountain. At Rosia Park in Park Ridge, fencing has been removed and replaced to prevent illegal access to the park.
Shade sails are smart protection Children can now play protected from the sun at Regents Park’s Iberis Park following the installation of new shade sails. Division 8 Councillor Cherie Dalley said she hoped the upgrade would see more families take advantage of the park’s facilities. “We were able to have the new shade sails put in with only minor works to the play equipment,” Cr Dalley said. “A Council arborist was closely involved in the project to ensure the nearby trees weren’t damaged, which is a great result as they are significant mature trees. “The sails provide great shade coverage for the play equipment at the playground, which will make it more comfortable for the children on hot days and also more sun smart all year long.” Residents can access the park via Iberis Crt and Gordonia Dr.
“I’m always looking for ways to improve our parks where the budget allows, and I think this latest round of upgrades has delivered some great outcomes.” Woollard Park in Browns Plains has been completely redesigned to accommodate a new playground and seating.
COUNCILLOR CHERIE DALLEY Acting 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
Wider footpath is safer for mobility scooters The increased use of mobility scooters in Waterford West will be catered for with the widening of the footpath in Beutel Street.
Councillor Phil Pidgeon inspects roadworks in Alfred Road at Stockleigh
Stockleigh upgrade shows rural roads not forgotten Motorists who use Alfred Road in Stockleigh will enjoy a safer, smoother drive after extensive works to the thoroughfare. As part of Council’s Gravel Road and Shoulder Sealing (GRASS) program, the road has been widened by one metre on each side, increasing its width to six metres. Alfred Road stretches from Mollenhagen Road to Hawkins Road, a distance of about 2km. Councillor Phil Pidgeon said improving the city’s rural roads was a priority. Council spends $120 million annually on the city’s road network. “It does not matter where in Logan you live, our message is that you are not forgotten,” Cr Pidgeon said. “This road (Alfred Road) may be a little hidden but is just as important as any road in Logan. “It is great to be getting on top of things in this area and working to improve the infrastructure we inherited.
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“Residents in Stockleigh deserve good roads to drive on just as much as people in suburbia.” Cr Pidgeon said the widening of Alfred Road was among several road improvement projects to be rolled out in that region. “Council’s GRASS program was set up to ensure our roads continue to meet demand not only today but also in the future. “These works on Alfred Road follow the successful roll out of projects on stretches including Featherstone and Wendt Roads in Chambers Flat.
The footpath will be widened to 1.5 metres along the even numbered side of the street. Councillor Phil Pidgeon said local residents had welcomed the news. “I have spoken with residents at the nearby River Glen Haven (over 55s village) on Beutel Street and they are very engaged with the roll out of this project,” he said. “With the advent of technology such as mobility scooters, it is important that local footpaths are safe enough and wide enough.” Cr Pidgeon said footpath improvements had previously been completed in Kingston Road. “Beutel Street is one of the last remaining connections in that project. “Council is very happy to be completing the jigsaw puzzle in the area.” The footpath upgrade will extend from Tygum Road to 74 Beutel Street. Work is scheduled to begin in June.
“I want to encourage residents who live in our rural areas to get in contact with Council if they believe there are other roads that should be considered for future upgrades.” The Alfred Road widening works have included minor clearing at the site and the sealing of the road surface with a bitumen spray.
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.
DIVISION 10 NEWS
Land for Wildlife founding members recognised Cornubia’s Margaret Greenway and Peter Pollard were recently presented with a founding members’ plaque for their work over the last 20 years with the Logan Land for Wildlife Program. Over that time the pair has tirelessly worked hard to help native Australian animals find and keep homes in Logan. “We first bought our property in 1985 and we were right on the edge of the bush. As the area developed, we started our work to help preserve bushland for native animals,” Margaret said. Margaret and Peter now own four blocks of land, leaving all 1.51 hectares dense with native plants. “We love what we do because we get to see lots of different animals. We especially love echidnas because they are so cute.”
Councillor Darren Power and the Member for Springwood, Mick de Brenni MP, celebrate a new clubhouse for Slacks Creek Rugby League club with President Nathan Alexander and some of the club’s juniors
Lions set to rebuild for season 2020 Slacks Creek Rugby League Club is well on the way to victory—with a new clubhouse to be built in time for the 2020 season kick off. A fixture on the Logan rugby league landscape for more than 40 years, the club has worked tirelessly over the past few years to return from the brink of closure just over four years ago. Councillor Darren Power said the club had been without a fully functioning clubhouse since 2014 and at times had battled to keep going with limited resources. “This is a club that has had to work really hard and thanks to the efforts of the committee they will now see their dream of a new clubhouse become reality,” Cr Power said. “Kudos to the committee members who have improved the playing surface of the field and maintained the club’s membership numbers throughout this period, all of who are looking forward to a new clubhouse and change rooms. “I’m pleased that the committee will now see the rewards of their hard work by having a brand new clubhouse for next season – I know how much this means to the club.”
Peter Pollard and Margaret Greenway with their founding members’ plaque
Club President Nathan Alexander said the players were overwhelmed by the support received. “We really didn’t know what to do when the clubhouse was slated for demolition last year,” he said. “It was in a real state of decay but we simply didn’t have the funds to pull off a major refurbishment. “What everyone has done for our club is incredibly humbling and we can’t wait to welcome them all back when we christen the new place.” Cr Power said Council would contribute $1.1 million towards the construction of the new clubhouse. The club was also successful in obtaining a $300,000 grant through the State Government’s 2018 Queensland Footy Facilities Fund. Demolition of the existing clubhouse is proposed for late July to early August.
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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Meadowbrook Golf Club
tees up new clubhouse Meadowbrook Golf Club’s General Manager, Steve Linskey has big plans to redevelop the club’s facilities after revitalising the 27-hole golf course and driving range over the past 18 months. “The modern business model for a golf course is to be diverse and multifaceted. Modern courses are built as the centre of an estate housing development project, or as a destination resort,” he said. “The suburban golf courses that have survived the pressure from property developers have thrived by building clubhouses that include restaurants, coffee shops, bars and venues for functions and entertainment.” Steve said he was planning a clubhouse to rival Victoria Park in Brisbane, taking some concepts from the recently opened Sandstone Point Hotel (near Bribie Island) which also has multiple dining and entertainment venues. “Our goal is to build the first venue of this type between Brisbane and the Gold Coast,” he said. “Hopefully we’ll be in a position to start building the new clubhouse later this year, after we finalise our plans.” Steve’s interest in the club isn’t purely as a business—his association with the golf course goes back decades.
General Manager, Steve Linskey at the soon to be redeveloped Meadowbrook Golf Club
10 years and then leased it out for 20 years. “We took the facility back 18 months ago and since then we’ve invested money improving the greens and building a new covered and floodlit driving range with 29 bays. “Our bistro is open for breakfast and lunch 364 days a year and we have a solid membership base with comps during the week and Saturday
mornings, but we’re also a public golf course, so non-members are also welcome. “Bookings can be made online and with the extra nine holes even social players can get onto the course on a Saturday morning,” Steve said. Golf Course Drive, Meadowbrook (Off Loganlea Road) Phone: 3299 6467 meadowbrookgolfclub.com.au
“My dad built this club more than 30 years ago with a few associates, after obtaining a 100-year lease on 80 hectares from the Council. He ran it for
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The Meadowbrook Golf Club day/night driving range
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Logan innovators to feature at Brisbane conference Inspirational content will be delivered to the startup and entrepreneurial community at a new innovation and technology event coming to Brisbane in April 2019. Logan City Council, in partnership with Griffith University and Redlands City Council will be supporting local entrepreneurs, innovators and startups to attend QODE.
Hosted by Messe International, QODE is part of “Curiocity” 2019. For more information visit: qodebrisbane.com
It will run from 2 to 3 April at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Billed as a live and energetic experience, it is also set to deliver critical information to company executives and government officials wanting to better understand the future business landscape. Attendees will be able to discover more about artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data, blockchain, robotics, healthcare, mega disruption economy, energy and the foodtech industry.
Dealing with dust Dust is a cause for neighbourhood irritation. In residential neighbourhoods it’s usually generated by renovation work, demolition or landscaping activities. The good news is that dust is relatively easy to control. The first step is to let your neighbours know what you are doing and how you are minimising dust—it will also give them the chance to take action by taking clothes off the line, covering pools and vehicles and closing windows etc. Fencing, shade-cloth, planting and maintaining ground cover and watering can all minimise how much dust is generated from an area of bare earth. Minimising activity during windy weather can also prevent dust creating a problem. Concerns about dust from new developments or construction sites are now dealt with by Council’s Construction Taskforce, a one-stop-shop for development-related nuisances. This new service proactively monitors all development in Logan to minimise dust impacts on residents, and any complaints are investigated and resolved within 24 hours. Council may issue notices or fines if an activity poses a risk to health and safety or causes property damage. For more information about ways to minimise dust, visit Council’s website or contact us on 3412 3412. 25
DIVISION 11 NEWS
Boost for region’s native bushland Weeds will be targeted and native trees planted across Division 11 as part of a program of works now underway. Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the works were part of Council’s ongoing commitment to protect and enhance the region’s natural areas. Sites where the works will take place in coming months include: • Maclean Park (South Maclean) • Teak Park (Cedar Vale) • New Beith Park (New Beith)
Councillor Trevina Schwarz with (from left) Queensland Cricket regional development officer Jon Stimpson, Jimboomba Cricket Club president Joe Plater, Greenbank Cricket Club president Shane Harris and Queensland Cricket game development officer Sam Ward
Cricket clubs raise the bat in recognition Howzat! Councillor Trevina Schwarz was bowled over recently when presented with a signed commemorative cricket bat from the local cricketing community. In her second innings as divisional councillor, Cr Schwarz has funded new practice nets for the Greenbank Cricket Club and a state-first synthetic wicket cover for the Jimboomba Cricket Club. A new change room block will also be built at Glenlogan Park, Jimboomba, this year for the local cricket and Aussie rules teams, with Cr Schwarz providing a funding contribution. To show their appreciation, the Jimboomba and Greenbank cricket clubs joined forces with Queensland Cricket to present Cr Schwarz with a signed and framed Brisbane Heat bat. Cr Schwarz said she was very proud to support the region’s budding young cricket talent. 26
“Junior sporting clubs are an important part of our community,” Cr Schwarz said. “Both the Greenbank and Jimboomba cricket clubs are backed by hardworking volunteers who do a great job in keeping our kids fit and active. “It’s a great pleasure to be able to help them out with funding to build muchneeded facilities. “With junior participation numbers increasing, I hope to see both these clubs thrive long into the future.” Jimboomba Cricket Club president Joe Plater and Greenbank Cricket Club president Shane Harris said having their facilities upgraded would help attract and retain junior cricketers.
• Blackwood and Sugarwood Reserves (Jimboomba) • Scottdale Park (North Maclean) “We’ll inform nearby residents when works are about to start in their area,” Cr Schwarz said. “In addition to the weed control and tree planting, crews will also be repairing and installing fences, creating and maintaining fire breaks and grass slashing. “These works are a great example of Council protecting our natural environment for generations to come.” The program is funded by Council’s environmental offset reserve. It is part of a city-wide program that will see planting at 10 Council-owned sites, representing more than 18 hectares. The project will provide a more sustainable ecological environment, reduce erosion and help improve water quality in surrounding creeks and rivers.
COUNCILLOR TREVINA SCHWARZ Acting Deputy Mayor and City Treasurer Phone: 3412 5511 Email: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au Division 11: Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Glenlogan, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Riverbend, 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’s Daughters are quiet achievers Helping others and improving themselves is what drives a group of Beenleigh-based young women. They are members of Job's Daughters, a club-based organisation for girls aged from 10 to 20. Job’s Daughters helps young women develop the skills and confidence to be personally and professionally ready for life. The group meets twice a month at the Beenleigh Masonic Centre in George Street from 7.30pm – 9pm on the first and third Fridays of each month. Organisations that have benefited from their fund-raising and service work include Queensland Cancer Council, Starlight Children’s Foundation, The Pyjama Foundation and the RSPCA. They are currently fund-raising for Act for Kids. They have also raised funds by participating in the annual City of Logan Relay for Life, which this year will be held in Beenleigh’s Dauth Park on the weekend of 18-19 May. Last year, group member Kirsten Burns finished third out of 30 in the organisation’s international public speaking competition held in Utah in the United States. To develop their personal skills, the group conducts regular business meetings where they learn how to set an agenda, take minutes, move motions and do their own bookwork. Councillor Jennie Breene praised the group for helping to prepare local youngsters for adulthood. “These young women go about their work quietly but at the same time are helping so many people in our community,” she said.
Councillor Jennie Breene with (back row from left) Logan Beenleigh Freemasons Master Paul Kranen, Job’s Daughters officials Joanne Hughes and Fran Burns and (front row from left) group members Chloe and Jessica Doyle and Stella and Heidi Boddington
Job’s Daughters state secretary Fran Burns, who is a leader at the Beenleigh group, said new members were welcome. Logan Beenleigh Freemasons (Southern Queensland 29) Master Paul Kranen praised the work done by the girls. “They are always looking for new ways to help others,” he said. To get involved with Job’s Daughters email secretary@jdiqld.org
Red Bridge renewal preserves Logan landmark Repainting and renovating the landmark Red Bridge across the Logan River is one of four major infrastructure projects scheduled, or now underway, in Division 12.
• Nearly $2 million in road and drainage works commencing at Fryar Rd, Eagleby, followed by Logan St, Eagleby and James St, Beenleigh, in the coming months
Councillor Jennie Breene said the works were included in a $100 million investment by Council this financial year to improve roads, footpaths, public transport facilities and stormwater drainage throughout the city.
• Road resurfacing of Kokoda St at Beenleigh and Dublin Drive, Francoise St and Donegal Court at Eagleby
In addition to the repainting of the bridge at the Logan River Parklands, other projects in Division 12 include:
Mobile Office -Thursday 4 April 2019 2pm-3pm Mt Warren Park Shopping Village 140-146 Mt Warren Bvd, Mt Warren Park 3.30pm- 4.30pm
Cr Breene said a special red tone—known as Waratah Red—had been chosen to ensure the bridge maintained its landmark status. In addition to being re-coated with a rustresistant paint, the steel and concrete on the bridge will be inspected and repaired where necessary.
Eagleby Plaza Shopping Centre 142-164 Fryar Rd, Eagleby
5pm-6pm Beenleigh Mall, 40-68 Main St, Beenleigh
• New bus stop facilities on River Hills Rd (opposite Eagle Dve) in Eagleby.
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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Anzac Day services 2019 Beenleigh RSL
Jimboomba RSL Sub-Branch
Logan Village 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 6am.
The dawn service will be held at the Jimboomba World War I Memorial on Honora St at 4.30am.
Logan Village RSL Anzac Day commemorations will start with a dawn service at the Logan Village Cenotaph, Wharf St, at 4.28am.
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 at 11am.
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.
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.
Springwood Tri-Services RSL Sub-Branch Greenbank RSL Assemble in front of Gallipoli’s mirage sculpture before the 5.30am dawn service. The march will form up on the corner of Blackwell St and Anzac Ave, Hillcrest at 9.30am and step off at 10am. The main service will commence at 10.30am.
Morning service at Springwood Park, Cinderella Drive, Springwood. Form up at 7.15am for 7.45am step off, from the Logan East Community Centre on the corner Cinderella Dr and Vanessa Bvld. March to Springwood Park Memorial for the 8am service. Road closures apply from 7am on Cinderella Drive.
Diggers Services Club Join the 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. Live entertainment from 11am until 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 of Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave. A gunfire breakfast for members and guests follows at 6am at the Logan Tavern. March participants should assemble by 8am for the 8.30am march to the Logan Memorial Gardens. The service commences at 9am. Members and guests are invited to the Logan Tavern after the service.
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Have your say to shape the future of Council’s Animal Keeping Local Laws Cats and dogs are part of Logan lifestyle and in the future it is likely that our city will have have smaller blocks and higher density living. We need to shape the future of pet ownership to cater for the current and future needs of the greater Logan community.
As an innovative Council, we want to ensure we have realistic and sustainable animal keeping local laws. A review of the current animal keeping local laws, Local Law No. 4.0 (Animal Management) 2002 and Subordinate Local Law No. 4.1 (Animal Management) 2002 will provide an excellent opportunity for: • Future planning in response to our emerging new City—being prepared for our current and future growth; • Improved customer understanding by ensuring our local law is clear; • Continuing to be a leading Council in animal management and community engagement. To help us get it right, we’re inviting you to ‘Have Your Say’ on how cats and dogs can continue to be responsibly managed in the City of Logan.
The specific provisions we’d like your feedback on are: • general keeping—including the number of cats and dogs you can keep • enclosure/fencing requirements for dogs; and • effective control of cats and dogs. You can have your say by: • completing the online survey: logan.qld.gov.au/animallaws • completing a survey in person at any Council Customer Service Centre • downloading and printing a copy of the survey and returning it in person or by mail; or • joining us at one of our community events: logan.qld.gov.au/animallaws
Don’t lose the one you love! Losing the one you love is an extremely stressful experience for you and your pet. Last year 4947 cats and dogs were impounded at the Animal Management Centre after escaping, wandering or getting lost.
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• Name tag with your phone number. • Make sure you keep your details up to date. If you’ve lost your pet-
Identifying your cat or dog will help us get them home to you safely.
• Visit: logan.qld.gov.au/ impoundedanimals or contact your local vet.
• Registration (it’s law to register your cat or dog in Logan).
• Check your local Lost and Found Group on Facebook.
• Microchipping; the fastest way to identify your pet. Plus it can’t get lost.
• Ask friends and neighbours to help you look for your pet.
Not yet microchipped? See page 28 for this month’s Mobile Microchip site or go to: logan.qld.gov.au/microchip
Council hours for Easter 2019 The availability of some Council services will change over the Easter holiday period and Anzac Day: Customer Service Centres (Logan Central, Beenleigh and Jimboomba) Closed over the Easter long weekend. Reopening Tuesday 23 April. Closed Anzac Day. Libraries Closed over the Easter long weekend. Reopening Tuesday 23 April. Closed Anzac Day. Animal Management Centre Open Saturday, 20 April between 9am and 2pm. Closed Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday and Anzac Day. Immunisation clinics will be closed on the Easter long weekend and Anzac Day. Waste Bin collections continue as normal. • Waste transfer and recycling facilities will be closed at Beenleigh, Carbrook, Greenbank and Logan Village on Good Friday—but will be open for the remainder of the Easter long weekend and Anzac Day 7am to 5.30pm
Logan Art Gallery Closed over the Easter long weekend. Reopening Tuesday, 23 April. Closed Anzac Day.
Beenleigh indoor pool Closed Good Friday Open 10am to 4pm Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Anzac Day closed.
Logan Entertainment Centre Closed from 5pm Thursday 18 April to 8am Tuesday 23 April and Anzac Day. The box office will be closed during this time but tickets and information will be available online at: loganentertainmentcentre.com.au Sports Centres Logan Metro Sports & Events Centre Closed Good Friday, Saturday and Sunday Gym and courts open Easter Monday 8.30am to 11.30am Anzac Day closed.
Beenleigh outdoor, Bethania and Eagleby pools will close on Good Friday and remain closed for winter.
Emergencies • For Council-related emergencies at any time, phone 3412 3412. • All other emergencies call 000 for police, fire and ambulance.
Logan North Aquatic & Fitness Centre Closed Good Friday, open Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10am to 4pm Gym open Sunday 10am to 2pm Anzac Day closed. Mt Warren Sports Centre Closed Good Friday, Sunday and Easter Monday Gym and courts open 7am to 10am on Easter Saturday Anzac Day closed.
• The Browns Plains Waste Facility will be open all days 7am to 5.30pm over Easter including Good Friday. • The Recycling Market will be closed for the Easter long weekend. Mayes Cottage Open Easter Thursday. Closed over Easter and Anzac Day.
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