COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT WRAP-UP
LOGAN RIVER VISION: THE PROJECT
THE PROJECT The Logan River Vision is a transformational project for the City of Logan. The Logan River Vision will be developed from the community to shape the development of the Logan River over the next 50 years. Logan City Council is committed to understanding
The feedback received, will form the basis of a
the value of the river, its history and what our
new holistic river vision. The vision will incorporate
community sees as its future. Over a 10-week period
economic development, local business, industry,
of community engagement, Logan City Council
aquaculture, tourism, transportation, conservation
conducted face-to-face sessions, online promotion
and recreation. The Logan River Vision will take in the
and education about the river and conducted a
length of the river within the City’s boundaries.
series of industry and community forums.
Start of visioning at the community engagement workshop, August 11, 2016.
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Over the 10‑week period of the community engagement, Logan City Council undertook:
757
INVITATIONS
to properties along the Logan River to contribute to the vision
105,043
10,000
PEOPLE REACHED
ENGAGED
through 19 Facebook and 1 LinkedIn posts
community members
565
1,360
of the River Vision video
to Logan River vision website rivervision.com.au
VIEWS
VISITS
5,000 14 DISTRIBUTIONS
of the River Vision booklets throughout the City of Logan
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
within 10 suburbs across the city of Logan
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ATTENDEES TO 2 WORKSHOPS community and industry
LOGAN RIVER VISION: THE FINDINGS
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Responses included:
individual stories on what the community once enjoyed along and on the Logan River
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individual ideas for the future use of the Logan River
individual current activities undertaken along and on the Logan River
PAST When reflecting on the history of the river, the community
Those who commented with these stories, consider
recalled places along the river that were busy with
these values important and would like to see
activities such as swimming and fishing. The community
them returned.
also recalled the water being clean and safe.
Activities that the residents have enjoyed along the Logan River:
Transportation of produce Family &
Swimming
Water
all along
supply &
the river
irrigation
along and across the river
friends
Raft races
celebrations and gettogethers
Boating &
Enjoying being close to
fishing
nature
Past and present use
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Past use
Camping
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PRESENT Based on community and industry comments,
Overall, visiting the river as a destination is sporadic and
activities in the river like boating, fishing and kayaking
particularly used by those who live in close proximity.
are occurring in specific locations. Boat ramps and
The growth of activities that use the river and surrounds
pontoons were highlighted as important direct access
as a base (e.g. parkrun), is seen as an immediate
to the river.
opportunity to engage residents with the river.
Activities that the residents currently enjoy along the Logan River: Family & friends celebrations and get-togethers
Exercise
Enjoying
Boating &
Golf
fishing
courses
being close to nature
walking, running, Swimming
training
Water
drive
supply &
over it
irrigation
Kayaking
Playgrounds
in fresh
Regularly
water
Common Concerns: Based on community and industry comments, current
Other perceived concerns raised by the community
perceptions of the river are that it is a missed opportunity
include flooding, climate variability and rapid urban
for the City of Logan and pollution and water quality are
development. A largely private ownership along the
ongoing concerns. Lack of amenities along the river was
length of the river was also a challenge that was
another concern for people in the city as well as those
identified by some members of the community and that
wishing to visit.
close partnerships between landholders and Logan City Council is needed.
FUTURE Following the 10-week community engagement
The connection and activities along the river, will
period, it became apparent that three key themes
guide the development of the draft Logan River Vision
were highlighted. The community want to connect
through seven precincts.
to the river in a fun and playful way, they would like to visit the river as a destination and that they are
Seven Precinct Areas:
concerned about the river’s health in the long-term.
1. New Community Frontier
Three key themes: River
River
River
Play
Destinations
Health
4. The River Common 5. Urban Riverside
2. River View
6. River Experiences
3. Celebrating Growing
7. River plain
and Production
LOGAN RIVER VISION: THREE KEY THEMES
RIVER PLAY Ensuring the community connects to the Logan River
Some of the ideas include: parklands, trails, walkways,
through a range of new and fun forms of activities. Our
rowing and kayaking facilities, river cruises, jet ski zones,
community expressed many ideas for how they want to
river festivals, zip lines, tree top walks, waterparks,
enjoy the Logan River into the future.
marinas and boat ramps. Some of the futuristic ideas included building a giant infinity swing over the river and a floating environmental education centre.
We would like to
I live on the river and we would like to see it
see more access
used for maximum enjoyment to the public, for
points for the public
example: fishing, kayaking, water skiing, cruises,
to go fishing, launch
seafood sales, prawns, fish, etc. and the river
canoes have picnics.
dredged at the mouth.
Grey and Sheryl,
Anonymous, Community workshop
Logan Village Hire canoes and go up to the river like in Brisbane. Use the parks for the kids. Sitting along the river and having a coffee watching the grandkids or great grandkids playing. Taya, Logan Reserve
Good kayak access, multisport events like ‘Wildthing Race’ in 50 years’ time. Garth, Rochedale South
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Logan River, Alberton
Learn and share stories of the river with other nationalities and get them involved in activities along the river. Leah, Loganholme
Picnic area, cafes,
Enjoy the day trips
Run, live, party, relax.
Swim with my great
trees, gardens, art,
along the river and
Carole,
grandchildren -
sculpture, walkways,
would love to go on a
Shailer Park
safely.
music, orchestra
boat trip in the future.
Danielle,
band music.
Anonymous,
Slacks Creek
Judith, Tamborine
Jimboomba Field Days 2016
Swimming, floating picnic, floating Aqua Park, art
I think it would be nice to see a walking / riding trail
in the park, canoe/kayaking hire, Markets, Best
along the river, so people can see the beauty of the
selfie comp. at the river, boot camp, pool and spa,
river, and sit and reflect on what is here and what
ball games, concerts in the park.
would have been when Captain Logan first sailed up
Anonymous, parkrun Meadowbrook
the river. With the big red cedar trees along the bank. Jenny, Unknown
LOGAN RIVER VISION: THREE KEY THEMES
RIVER DESTINATIONS Creating multi-function and innovative places for
Some ideas include: world-class dining and
people and nature that will allow the community to
entertainment areas, water parks, floating river
enjoy, celebrate and use the river. Taking advantage of
markets, walkways to connect the length of the river
the potential of the river as a tourism destination and
with educational signage, transportation corridor e.g.
a place for Logan residents to enjoy. Our community
hover crafts, green and iconic bridges, experiential
expressed ideas for both locals and tourists to come
and adaptive connections from land to water.
and enjoy the Logan River.
Event areas along the river for music, dance and culture. Anonymous, NAIDOC Week Celebration
A central tourism
With improvements to the health of the River, one
space, unique to
could create a community hub where one can meet
Logan to bring
friends for a meal, feed the ducks and watch the river
business and
flow by. These suggestions would lead to Logan City
allow for different
having a six-star rating drawcard, the Logan River.
demographics to
Michael, Bethania
move into the city. Anonymous, Beenleigh Early
Introduce a replica paddle steamers as they were
Bird Markets
150 years ago and take tourists from Logan Village to Beenleigh. Anonymous, Jimboomba Field Days
Cafes, restaurants, etc; all of which will encourage public use and promote pride and
Safe and state-of-
sense of community. Additionally such projects and parklands should be linked via
the-art recreation
bike/walking trails that meander along the river to take in the beauty and tranquility of
facility for families.
the river.
A.T., Cedar Creek
Darren, Worongary
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Logan River, Meadowbrook
Boat shed (major) along the river to facilitate school
Buy fresh produce
training. This will bring more people to the river
from river.
and result in greater use and connection overall.
Anonymous,
Opportunities for viewing nature and wildlife from
Hyperdome
the sheds.
Shopping Centre
Jayne, Logan Reserve
Caravans, camping, campervans and motorhomes. The industry is screaming out for sites. What an opportunity to bring interstate grey nomads and families and international backpackers to our river. Not many places in south-east Qld where people could park a caravan and throw out a crab pot for a mud crab. James, Ormeau Hills
Floating skate park,
Ride along it, wine
water park, pub,
bars, dining, more
shops, shark cage,
ramps, markets,
aquarium.
more community
Dylan, Blake, Bailey
activities like parkrun.
- Marsden SHS
Belinda, Springwood
Catch a boat which I can dine on. Jozsef, Logan Reserve
Floating dance studio with blue, purple and pink
Market Gardens using the rich soil along the banks
lighting on a silver boat, clean river, house boats,
and taking advantage of the flooding periodically to
hovercrafts, entertainment (singing and dancing),
provide organic food to the city.
music festival and fireworks.
B&R, Ormiston
Vanessa and Jessica - Windaroo SHS
LOGAN RIVER VISION: THREE KEY THEMES
RIVER HEALTH Reconnect the Logan River corridor to allow for
Some river health ideas include: educating people
natural habitat, function and improved water quality.
about the values and importance the river plays for
Corridor connections will improve the river’s health
people, the environment and the economy. Other
and beauty and sustain Logan’s culture, lifestyle
ideas include reactivating flood plains, using the
and livelihood. Our community expressed a great
power of the tide to generate electricity, protecting fish
understanding that the health of the river is directly
habitat and best practice agriculture for local produce.
linked to land-use in the catchment and how that land-use can be shaped in the future.
Ecologically sustainable development. Anonymous, Industry Workshop
As a natural habitat,
We’d love to see some serious investment in
I see Queen’s
revegetating Logan’s waterways. Many aquatic
land/public land,
species that have been lost from Brisbane still live
revegetated along the
in Logan - but they are in trouble.
river. In the long run,
Anonymous, ANGFA
I dream of a river in pristine condition to be enjoyed by all. Michael, Bethania
Enviro-Education
So wildlife can thrive. So our children can see our
Centre.
wildlife in their natural habitat.
Anonymous,
Anonymous, Jimboomba Field Days
Industry Workshop
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Logan River, Meadowbrook
Clean enough to take
Keep the river:
grandkids to swim in
alive, fresh and
and enjoy with native
fun.
plants and fauna to
Anonymous,
show them and teach
Jimboomba
them about the river.
Field Days
Anonymous, Jimboomba Field Days Letting residents
Rehabilitate flood plain waterways, let native
know the value of the
plants improve the water clarity.
waterways and its
Anonymous, Jimboomba Field Days
nature. Anonymous, Community workshop
The existing parkland surrounding the river should be maintained for both environmental sustainability and broad community use. Warren, Bethania
Protect the banks,
I would like the river to stay as it is. I would like future people to be able to
preserve the natural
appreciate the Logan River in its natural state. Property owners along the river
beauty of the river.
where they live, should look after their frontage. Council has two parks on the
Vandra, Cornubia
river near me. They are infested with weeds and lantana and I see the same happening to any further Council owned property. Max, Waterford
Healthy river which
Address the pollution particularly sediment.
supports our economy,
Increased revegetation along the river and
people and nature.
education and regulation for riverine controls to
Anonymous,
reduce sediment and improve attitudes. Stronger
Community
regulation and river pollution, including sediment.
workshop
Don, Jimboomba
LOGAN RIVER VISION: LOGAN RIVER CORRIDOR AND ITS PRECINCTS
LOGAN RIVER CORRIDOR AND ITS PRECINCTS Following community engagement, it has become
While recognising distinguishing features of each
clear that the Logan River has distinct precincts that
precinct, some precinct characteristics overlap and
contain key assets, areas of under-utilisation and
some exist along the length of the river. For example,
early opportunities.
tourism opportunities may be highlighted in all seven
Each precinct has been given a title that best represents the vision for each section.
precincts along the river and not just the ‘hot spot’ area of the River Experiences precinct.
DRAFT PRECINCT VISION: 1
NEW COMMUNITY FRONTIER Creating a harmonious relationship between the community and the natural environment to promote intergenerational prosperity.
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RIVER VIEW A destination where we celebrate our productive land and sustainable living.
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CELEBRATING GROWING AND PRODUCTION Healthy and accessible community hub that links local produce to the community, using the river as a gateway.
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THE RIVER COMMON A multi-purpose corridor connecting community green spaces and the river for experiential opportunities.
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URBAN RIVERSIDE A much-loved river and urban community.
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RIVER EXPERIENCES A known ‘hot-spot’ for tourism, recreation and leisure experiences.
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RIVER PLAIN A healthier, greener, connected river plain and estuary.
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RIVER PLAIN Meadowbrook Loganlea Waterford West
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North Maclean
Logan Village
Stockleigh
2 CELEBRATING GROWING AND PRODUCTION
South Maclean
Jimboomba RIVER VIEW
1 Cedar Grove
Woodhill
NEW COMMUNITY FRONTIER
Edens Landing
Eagleby
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Beenleigh
Holmview
URBAN RIVERSIDE
Chambers Flat
Munruben
Carbrook
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Loganholme
Waterford Logan Reserve
Cornubia
Tanah Merah Bethania
THE RIVER COMMON
RIVER EXPERIENCES
LOGAN RIVER VISION: WHERE TO FROM HERE?
FROM IDEAS TO VISION The feedback, stories and ideas from the community,
Logan City Council is currently collating all the ideas,
business and industry has helped re-introduce the
identified opportunities and priorities along the length
Logan River to the City of Logan and beyond its
of the river and within the seven precincts, to develop
boundaries. The ideas received, will help form the
the Draft Logan River Vision and implementation
Logan River Vision and promote the river as a key
plan. This will be released for further community
environmental, economic and social asset for the
consultation in the near future.
City of Logan.
We thank you for the stories, thoughts and ideas and for pushing the boundaries of what we can see on the Logan River over the coming years.
Start of planning at the Industry Representative workshop, August 19, 2016.
For more information about the Logan River Vision please visit www.rivervision.com.au or contact Logan City Council’s River Vision Project Team by email: environment@logan.qld.gov.au
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Logan River, Jimboomba