Our Logan Magazine - March 2013

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OUR CITY MAGAZINE Volume 18 March 2013

Land speed record a childhood dream for our Trevor

Million Paws Walk comes to Logan

Top athletes and officials recognised at Logan Sports Awards Volunteers unite to help others

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Volume 18 March 2013

Volunteers unite to help others

Land speed record a childhood dream for Logan man

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OUR CITY MAGAZINE

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Million Paws Walk comes to Logan

Top athletes and officials recognised at Logan Sports Awards

ON THE COVER

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Trevor Slaughter has felt the need for speed since meeting the Australian land speed record holder in 1964 when he was just 10-years-old.

Almost 50 years later, Trevor is setting out to break the world land speed record with a vehicle he has built in his New Beith shed. Read more about Trevor’s dream on page 6.

OUR LOGAN, OUR CITY MAGAZINE This magazine is produced by Logan City Council. None of the material in this publication may be reproduced without the permission of the Chief Executive Officer, Logan City Council. To comment on this publication or for enquiries, please contact us on 3412 4513.

Advertising: If you would like to advertise in this citywide publication, please phone Council on 3412 4258.

To learn more about Council projects featured in this edition, visit www.logan.qld.gov.au.

Completion of all works programs and events mentioned in this magazine is subject to weather conditions.

All content accurate as of 21 February 2013.

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CITY OF CHOICE SUMMIT A SUCCESS Community and government work together to create a better future for Logan

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VOLUNTEERS UNITE TO HELP OTHERS SES has a diverse group of members

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SEE IT LIVE Ross Noble comes to Logan with his show Mindblender

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TOP ATHLETES AND OFFICIALS RECOGNISED Sports awards a great night for Logan

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CONTACT COUNCIL Phone 1300 1 LOGAN* (1300 156 426) *Council’s 1300 number is only for use by customers within Logan City from a landline. When contacting Council from a mobile phone or from outside Logan City, please phone 07 3412 3412.

Email council@logan.qld.gov.au Website www.logan.qld.gov.au Social media www.facebook.com/logancitycouncil www.twitter.com/logancc 3

Sunday 2 June 10 am - 3 pm Griffith University, Logan Campus, University Dr, Meadowbrook For further information contact Ph: 1300 1 LOGAN or 07 3412 3412 council@logan.qld.gov.au www.logan.qld.gov.au/LEAF

Environmental Events and Activities!

BACKYARD CRITTERS

WILDLIFE FRIENDLY BACKYARDS

BUSY BACKYARD NATIVE BEES!

GLOSSY BLACK-COCKATOO BIRD SURVEY

21 April, 9 am-11.30 am, Berrinba.

27 April, 1.00 pm-3.30 pm, Jimboomba.

11 May, 9.30 am-3.30 pm, Greenbank.

19 May, various times and locations.

You may not know this, but your backyard is teeming with critters!

Geckoes Wildlife will show you some of the surprising wildlife that are making their home in your backyard, including those which are often misidentified and poorly known, as well as how you can help them! This workshop will include separate adults and children’s presentations (suitable for children under 10).

Creating a wildlife-friendly backyard is much easier than you think and will not only help our local wildlife but reduce your garden maintenance and create a place of interest and beauty. A few simple additions will help provide food, water and shelter to a variety of wildlife.

Other topics covered will include responsible pet ownership, appropriate fruit netting and use of chemicals.

Have you ever wanted to start your own native stingless bee hive or taste native bee honey?

Join us to learn all about this fascinating little creature. Make sure to book early as this workshop fills fast!

Join residents from all over South-East Queensland to simultaneously search for this threatened bird. Training on bird identification and survey techniques can be provided.

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Bookings: Workshops and events are free and run by Logan City Council. Workshops are suitable for adults and children over 10 unless noted. Bookings are essential and places are limited.

Phone 3412 4859 or email environment@logan.qld.gov.au to book or be placed on the mailing list for future programs.

FROM MAYOR PAM PARKER Welcome to our first edition of the Our Logan, Our City magazine for 2013! I was delighted to see the results of the “Logan Listens” survey late last year which highlighted that this publication is the preferred way our residents like to get their Council news.

In the short time since the new year, Logan has been dealt some bitter blows. Over the Australia Day weekend, storms and floods damaged homes, properties and lives right throughout Logan. Earlier in January, our city was also in the spotlight but for all the wrong reasons, with a neighbourhood dispute making national news.

While not the start to the year we had hoped for, I want to look beyond these events to the rebuilding efforts – both in repairing after the floods and in re-building our city’s image.

The recent Logan: City of Choice Summit began this process by bringing together a wide range of people from our community, as well as representatives from all levels of government, to put forward solutions around a range of issues affecting parts of Logan including education, employment, housing, skilling and social infrastructure.

The job of building up our city is something we must all contribute to, so I would like to share with you some insights about the part I play in this job as an ambassador for Logan, and also of my vision for our city in 2013.

If you’ve ever heard me speak, you’ll know that I can’t hide my passion for this city. I promote it, defend it and boast about it at every opportunity.

I want to see Logan grow into a thriving, prosperous and connected city, achieved through responsible planning, growth and investment, and through growing a strong, caring community. My renowned passion for Logan has opened doors for me to address significant business and industry groups on the benefits of investing in Logan.

These engagements help to put Logan on the map and in the minds of influential people, many of whom have been largely unaware of the exciting opportunities that Logan offers both now and into the future.

If we are going to rise to this challenge, it is vital that we grow and support our local businesses as well as looking abroad to bring new jobs and investment to Logan, so that our current and future residents and their children can continue to work, live and prosper here.

“In order to shape the future, we have to be the change we want to see. I challenge each of you to make the choice to focus on the positive and let that be your story of living in Logan.”

And while I continue to work hard as an ambassador for Logan, I have a vision that you – our Logan residents – will also take up the challenge of being ambassadors for Logan.

I am passionate about building community pride in our city and it is my hope that we all start to focus on the great things about Logan and share these with our friends, family and colleagues.

We all want a positive future for Logan, and the little changes we make in our attitudes and conversations will all add up to a groundswell of positive change.

Remember, in order to shape the future, we have to be the change we want to see. I challenge each of you to make the choice to focus on the positive and let that be your story of living in Logan.

In the spirit of changing the conversation, I would like to announce that I am now on Twitter! Follow me on @MayorPam where I will be sharing stories from our community and doing my best to keep our city connected in a positive way.

With almost $1 billion worth of Asian investment already slated for Logan in areas including aged care and education, and with strong competition amongst our South-East Queensland neighbours to bring jobs to their respective regions, we must collectively work hard to promote the positives of our city.

With everyone’s efforts, we really can become known as the heart of South-East Queensland, with a community spirit second to none.

Over the next 20 to 30 years, we are expecting more than 200,000 new residents to move to Logan, largely through our two new model cities – Flagstone and Yarrabilba.

Pam Parker, Mayor of Logan Phone 3412 3412 Email mayor@logan.qld.gov.au

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COVER STORY

Land speed record a childhood dream for Logan man A self-proclaimed “Aussie battler” from New Beith is attempting to break the world land speed record for a wheel-driven vehicle. He talks to Our Logan, Our City about his life-long dream.

Trevor Slaughter, along with his son Ben, is behind the wheel of Slaughter Motorsport - their “little backyard team” - and the ultimate goal is to be the first Australians to hold a world land speed record (currently 737 km/h).

That goal is set down for August/ September 2014, but first they are trying to eclipse the Australian land speed record (648 km/h), which they were attempting on the salt flats of South Australia when Our Logan, Our City went to print in mid-February.

“More men have been to the moon than have driven faster than 400 m/ph (643 km/h),” Trevor said.

“We will take this record.”

The dream was sparked in 1964 when Donald Campbell, who holds the Australian record, visited Trevor’s hometown, not long after setting the record. Trevor was just 10.

“Donald left a huge impression on me,” he said.

“When I got older, I got into drag racing and after a while I wanted to see how fast a car could go.

“I started reading and researching it and in 1988 I got more serious about it and bought some design software (with the aim of building a car to break the record).”

Safety is paramount at all times. As an example, Trevor’s helmet has a respirator to regulate his breathing and he will be wearing full racing gear.

Three designs later, and Slaughter Motorsport is ready to go. Their “Streamliner” vehicle has taken six years to build - and it’s all been done in Trevor’s shed.

“I’m not a particularly courageous person. You can compare it to a storm. You can say a storm was big, but what is ‘big’ is different for individual people,” he said.

And while Trevor wants to break the 737 km/h record (458 m/ph), his ultimate goal is to break 500 m/ph (804 km/h).

“You have to be succinct in recognising your abilities and strong enough to beat the fear factor.

By comparison, a drag car travels around 320 km/h.

“The car steers like a normal car; it’s just like a big brother to your normal family car,” Trevor said.

The 9.4 metre long car, weighing 1,900 kg, has been designed to not lift off the ground when running at full speed. It’s only 88 cm high and just over a metre wide.

“When it’s running, it’s only just kissing the ground,” Trevor said.

To attempt the Australian record, Trevor must build up speed over three miles, measure the mile and cool down over three miles. When he’s ready for the world record, the run-up and cooldown distances increase to five miles.

Trevor and his son Ben.

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“Anyone could drive the car, but you have to have the ability to deal with the fear. You also have to have respect for what you’re trying to do.”

Being on the cusp of breaking the record is still surreal for Trevor after almost 50 years of dreaming and planning.

He was moving the car recently to paint it its strikingly-yellow colour, and seeing it roll forward suddenly made it real.

“It probably didn’t hit me that it was real until we moved the car to paint it and it started rolling forward. I shed a tear because of how far we’ve come,” Trevor said.

“We will take this record.”

The journey to a world record  The Slaughter Motorsport team headed to Lake Gairdner in South Australia in midFebruary to attempt the Australian record with a 2,500 horsepower piston engine.  Their road train consisted of three shipping containers and three cars and a crew of 15, who are responsible for various aspects of the car.  Over 10 days they tested their engine and collected data by increasing the speed in 50 m/ph (80 km/h) increments.  The team has now brought the car home and will install a turbine engine that is equivalent to seven Formula One cars at 4,900 horsepower.  In August/September 2014 the team plans to travel to the mecca of land speed racing, the Bonneville salt flats in America, to beat the world record.  Trevor said his attempt was just a “little backyard team”, which has been self-funded and supported by some industry sponsors.

They have invested more than $1.5 million in the project.

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Compare your average family car to Trevor’s Streamliner Domestic car

Streamliner

Maximum speed

280 km/h

800 km/h

Horsepower

348 hp

4,800 hp

Weight

1,795 kg

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Break Donald Campbell’s long-standing Australian record for a wheel-driven vehicle (648 km/h) Break Don Vesco’s world land speed record (737 km/h) Be the first Australian to hold a world land speed record.

You can follow Slaughter Motorsport on Facebook or visit www.slaughtermotorsport.com

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NEWS UPDATE City of Choice Summit finds solutions for Logan’s future The hard work to create a two-year action plan for Logan City’s future has only just started after the Logan: City of Choice Summit in mid-February.

Logan City Council hosted the threeday summit to identify priorities and opportunities around the key themes of housing, education, employment, social infrastructure and safety.

The summit brought together more than 1,000 members of the community, key partners, government decision makers, community organisations and business representatives.

More than 400 participants from across the Logan community had their say on the first day of the summit, while the

Mud army fights flood damage with kindness A team of volunteers donned gloves and gumboots and used a hefty dose of elbow grease to bring a smile of happiness and hope to many affected

by January’s floods.

Logan’s mud army was out in force at a number of locations throughout

second and third days were attended by key government ministers from both state and federal levels, who took the community’s ideas and feedback on board to develop a two-year action plan.

The attendees of the second day were inspired by Kevin Crompton, who was the CEO of the local council responsible for the area where the London riots took place in August 2011. He provided his perspective on the London riots and his first-hand experience of leading the community through a moment of crisis towards positive change.

the city, with sites including Beenleigh, Loganholme, Logan Reserve, Loganlea and Meadowbrook.

The mud army consisted of more than 90 community volunteers and about 50 staff from Council helping clear away the damage of the flood.

State Local Government Minister David Crisafulli visited the mud army while they cleaned up Logan Reserve’s Bayes Road and paid tribute to the character and spirit of the Logan community.

“What we are seeing here today is absolutely incredible. We are seeing people from all walks of life come to

An online survey was also open to the community and residents were encouraged to join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter using the #cityofchoice hashtag.

Council is now looking to form a governance committee to finalise the action plan and will continue to work closely with the state and federal governments and the community.

lend a hand,” he said.

The damage bill in Logan from the Australia Day flood is likely to run into the millions of dollars with significant damage caused to property, roads, infrastructure, and facilities such as parks.

Council staff continue to assess the extent of the damage to its roads and facilities and prioritise repairs.

More than 80 roads were closed at some stage in the week of the flood due to extensive water coverage. A number of roads require extensive repairs.

Council opening hours for upcoming public holidays With the upcoming Easter and Anzac Day public holidays, the availability of some Council services will change.  Council’s customer service centres at Logan Central, Jimboomba and Beenleigh will be open as usual with the exception of public holidays.  Logan’s nine libraries will be closed on standard public holidays (Good Friday 29 March, Easter Saturday 30 March, Easter Monday 1 April, Anzac Day 25 April, and Queen’s Birthday 10 June). Mayes Cottage will be closed on Good Friday and Anzac Day.  Logan Art Gallery will be closed from Good Friday to Tuesday 2 April, and re-open on Wednesday 3 April. The Art Gallery will be closed on Anzac Day and from 14-18 May.  The animal management centre will be closed on public holidays and Sundays as usual. It will be open on Easter Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm.  Household bin collections will be as normal, regardless of public holidays.

For more information, contact Council on 3412 3412.

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NEWS UPDATE Jazz and Shiraz set to delight again Logan’s popular Jazz and Shiraz event returns on Saturday 13 April, bringing great live music and fantastic food and wine to Kingston Butter Factory at twilight.

Bring your favourite rug or chair and enjoy the food and wine available for purchase or bring your own picnic (no BYO alcohol).

This year’s line-up will include smooth jazz tunes as well as contemporary, soul, swing and funk. Grace Knight has been announced as the headline act.

Citizen of the Year, Pau

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Council recognises extraordinary people in the community

Jazz and Shiraz is on Saturday 13 April from 3 pm to 9 pm at Kingston Butter Factory.

Tickets are $20 and are available from the Logan Entertainment Centre by phoning 3412 5626 or visiting www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au.

Parking is available on site. The venue is located next to the Kingston railway station with minimal walking distance to the event venue.

Anti-powerline lobbyist Paul Casbolt is Logan City’s 2013 Citizen of the Year.

Mr Casbolt was one of five award winners announced in January at the annual Logan City Australia Day Awards.

The Australia Day Awards recognise the extraordinary people and unsung community heroes who have helped make Logan a thriving and diverse city.

Million Paws Walk comes to Logan

The award recipients across the five categories were: Citizen of the Year - Paul Casbolt (Waterford) Young Citizen of the Year - Joshua Lang (Loganlea) Neighbour of the Year - Ivan Bicanic (Daisy Hill) Davida Steel Memorial for Outstanding Community Organisation - Beenleigh PCYC (Beenleigh) Mayor’s Spirit of Logan Award - Robin Gallen (Waterford)

Logan’s first RSPCA Million Paws Walk will be held on Sunday 19 May at Logan Gardens.

One of RSPCA Qld’s most popular events for animal lovers and their furry friends, residents are invited to enjoy a healthy walk, mingle with other pet owners and enter competitions such as dog/owner lookalike, waggiest tail and best tricks.

The event will conclude with great entertainment, a variety of stalls and animal demonstrations.

Funds raised from the event are used for vital programs, services and campaigns undertaken by RSPCA Qld as well as looking after animals in their care.

For more information, contact Council on 3412 5397 or register at www.millionpawswalk.com.au.

Joshua Lang, Young Citizen of the Year.

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PLANNING UPDATE New planning scheme enters final stages Logan is set to play a major role in the overall growth and development of Queensland over the next 20 years. Council is planning for the city’s future within the development of the Logan Planning Scheme 2013, which is currently entering its final stages.

The community will be able to comment on the way growth is guided across the city when the planning scheme is released for consultation later this year.

The new planning scheme has been one of Council’s highest priorities and largest projects but some residents may not know what a planning scheme is or how it affects them. This planning scheme guide is here to step you through the planning scheme process.

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guides the way land and buildings are used and developed on privately owned land. is a legal document prepared by Council under the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 and requires approval from the state government. identifies how land should be used and what type of development can go where (eg areas for homes, industry and shops). is similar to an instruction manual, but it guides how land use and infrastructure, such as roads and parks, should be coordinated for the city. helps protect the amenity and quality of life for residents, encourages new growth and looks after areas of environmental significance.

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outline the desired land use and development outcomes for our city. identify preferred locations for future land uses (future growth areas). identify what infrastructure is needed to cater for future development. identify areas and places to be protected, such as heritage buildings and good quality agricultural land. regulate the way land, buildings and structures are used. identify land affected by natural hazards, including bushfire, flood and acid sulphate soils. inform when people need or don’t need a development approval from Council. outline the standards for new development, such as building heights, car parking, landscaping and noise levels.

How does the draft planning scheme affect me?

The draft planning scheme covers all privately-owned land within the Logan City area, including land that you own or rent. It can affect what you can do with the land, as well as what your neighbour can do with their land.

It is important to remember the draft planning scheme only deals with future development - it does not affect existing development or development that has already started. For example, if you are halfway through building your home, you will be unaffected, but if you are interested in a future development, then the new planning scheme may be used

by Council to determine if it would be approved.

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change the requirements, decisions or decision-making process of the state government. change or remove existing development rights that have already been lawfully created the planning scheme only deals with future development. deal with matters that are not development-related, such as animal registration, boundary fences and social gatherings.

Public notification When the planning scheme is released for public notification later this year, we encourage all residents to take a look at it, see what zone your property is, what overlays are on your land, and what is planned for your local centre. We want you to submit your feedback and let us know how we can make the city even better.

As the year progresses, Council will inform residents on the release date of the draft Logan Planning Scheme. Watch this space to have your say on the future of Logan.

PLANNING UPDATE Bahrs Scrub Local Development Area Plan endorsed On 4 December 2012 Council endorsed the Bahrs Scrub Local Development Area Plan (LDAP) for the purpose of informing the draft Logan Planning Scheme 2013.

Bahrs Scrub is identified in the South East Queensland Regional Plan 20092031 as a Local Development Area to accommodate future residential growth.

The plan balances the needs of the potential 10,000 people who will live within the 800 hectare area by protecting or managing the maintenance of the environmental values over 61 per cent of the Bahrs Scrub area.

The Bahrs Scrub Local Development Area Plan was prepared in conjunction with feedback received from community consultation. For more information on the Bahrs Scrub LDAP, visit logan.qld.gov.au/bahrsscrubplan.

Beenleigh amendment approved The Our Living City - Gold Coast Planning Scheme Amendment Instrument No.1 2012 has been endorsed by Council.

The amendment makes changes to the existing Gold Coast Planning Scheme 2003, which currently guides development in Beenleigh. The changes align better with and enable the implementation of the Beenleigh Town Centre Master Plan Report, Beenleigh Town Centre Master Plan Building Heights Study and Central Beenleigh Renewal Plan.

The changes proposed to the planning scheme will help facilitate the start of new development in the Beenleigh Town Centre. For more information on planning in Beenleigh, visit logan.qld.gov.au/beenleighplan.

Providing tomorrow’s infrastructure today Planning for future growth is fruitless without providing the adequate infrastructure to cater for it.

That’s why Council’s award-winning infrastructure delivery team, Logan Water Alliance, is undertaking $70 million worth of upgrades to the city’s wastewater sewerage infrastructure.

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$12.5 million Beenleigh Wastewater Treatment Plant improvement project: installation of new pipelines and equipment to enhance the plant’s treatment capacity and performance.

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$4.8 million Logan Reserve wastewater network upgrade: installation of 3.1 km of pipelines and construction of a new pump station to provide wastewater transport services in the area.

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$48.9 million Slacks Creek to Loganholme wastewater network upgrade: construction of a 6.4 km wastewater pipeline through Slacks Creek, Meadowbrook, Tanah Merah and Loganholme as well as an upgrade of the Alfred Street pump station at Slacks Creek. $22.4 million Loganholme Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade: construction of new inlet works at the treatment plant to receive and screen greater volumes of incoming wastewater flows.

For more information on the work of Logan Water Alliance, visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/ loganwateralliance.

Council works together for the city Logan City Council and its elected members are committed to working together to achieve the best outcomes for residents and businesses in Logan City.

The Councillors have recently considered a range of information as part of its Corporate Plan review.

The Corporate Plan sets the strategic direction for Logan City Council prioritising and budgeting by highlighting the areas that Council will focus on over the next five years.

The Corporate Plan captures the vision and priorities for the city and the services that will be delivered to make them a reality.

A draft of the new Corporate Plan 2013-2018 is available for community review.

Visit www.logan.qld.gov.au for more information.

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FEATURE Volunteers unite to help others Mother Nature is a fearsome force when disaster strikes, the SES is there to answer the call.

The committed members of the Logan SES group, who come from many parts of the world, spend plenty of time training for emergencies.

Local controller Jim Ferguson said more than 200 volunteers were part of Logan’s SES groups at Daisy Hill, Beenleigh, Logan Village, Park Ridge and Logan Central.

“While the majority are aged in their early 20s, our youngest volunteer is 16 while our oldest is in her 80s,” Jim said.

“But what I really like about the group is that our backgrounds are varied. Our volunteers come from 26 countries including the Philippines,

Volunteers Pri, Emmanuel, Ebony, local controller Jim Ferguson and Sari are proud members of the Logan SES.

France, Sudan, Germany, England, Wales, New Zealand, Indonesia, Croatia, China, Switzerland, India, Samoa, South Africa, Finland, Burundi and of course, Australia.

“The thing is, storms and other disasters don’t discriminate. They will just hit an area and that’s it.”

Ebony, of Cypriot, Aboriginal, and South Sea Islander descent, has been with the SES two years.

“It’s the easiest way to help out in the community while learning a whole range of new skills,” she said.

University student Pri, who is Indian, said she was prompted to join the SES a year ago to meet new people and be outdoors.

Nineteen-year-old Emmanuel, who is Sudanese, joined six months ago to “give something back to the community”.

New SES volunteers are always welcome. To learn more about joining the SES, visit www.emergency.qld. gov.au/ses or phone 5547 3100.

Remember to be flood ready In times of emergency and disaster, simple planning can make a difference.

Lessen the effects of power loss and restricted access to shops for essential items by preparing an Emergency Plan and Emergency Kit. For information on how to prepare for an emergency or disaster, log on to logan.qld.gov.au/getprepared or visit any one of Council’s customer service centres or libraries.

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IN YOUR BACKYARD Your chance to turn over a new leaf Mark your calendars - the everpopular Logan Eco Action Festival (LEAF) is on Sunday 2 June.

Recognise our community’s eco champions Nominations are open for the Logan Eco Awards and Council is calling on you to put forward your favourites. The awards recognise and reward the city’s environmental champions who go above and beyond to help make Logan an environmentally sustainable place to live, work and play.

The Logan Eco Awards are open to all residents, businesses and schools in Logan and you can either nominate yourself or someone else. The winners will be publicly recognised at a dedicated awards ceremony at the Logan Eco Action Festival (LEAF) on Sunday 2 June.

The seven award categories are: Sustainable Household Award, Conservation Partner Award, Community Eco Action Award, School Environment Award, Sustainable Business Award, Environmentally Relevant Activity Business Award and Sustainable Food Business Award.

Environmentally conscious residents, as well as those looking to expand their eco credentials, are encouraged to take part in this year’s event to celebrate World Environment Day. LEAF is widely acknowledged as a firm favourite in the Logan’s events calendar and is Logan’s most successful environmental event attracting thousands of participants each year.

The event offers the perfect solution for members of the community who are looking to turn over a new leaf by providing eco-living tips in a fun, free and family friendly atmosphere.

It’s a great opportunity for residents, both young and old, to gain a better understanding of our natural environment while taking part in the wide variety of activities on offer throughout the day.

LEAF is a free community festival to be held on Sunday 2 June, from 10 am to 3 pm, at Griffith University’s Logan Campus, University Drive, Meadowbrook.

More details of this year’s LEAF will be released in coming weeks, so visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/leaf or the dedicated LEAF Facebook page.

Nominations close at 5 pm on Thursday 4 April, and in keeping with the environmental theme of the awards, more information and nomination forms are available online at www.logan.qld.gov.au/ecoawards.

Council plans for fuel reduction in local bushland areas The 2013 Fuel Hazard Reduction Burns Program will run from April to August to remove weed growth, stimulate native plant species and reduce the risk of bushfire hazards associated with Council bushland areas. The program is subject to suitable weather conditions, as wet weather can hamper the success of burns.

Burns are scheduled for Springwood Conservation Park, Cornubia Forest Park, Underwood Park, Hideaway Mountain Reserve (northern section), Kimberley Forest Park (end of Leo Lindo Drive), Stockleigh Environmental Reserve, Minutus Park, Ison Park and Heritage Boulevard Park.

Planned burns are developed and implemented in close conjunction with the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, the Rural Fire Service and the Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing.

Residents living adjacent to park boundaries will be notified before burns are planned and Council also advertises burns in local newspapers.

For more information, phone Council on 3412 3412.

Get involved with a free environmental workshop Council runs a series of free environmental activities and workshops for residents of all ages.

From butterflies and native plants to bees and other backyard critters, the workshops are a great way to learn more about our local native wildlife and what you can do to help them.

See page 4 for upcoming events.

Bookings are essential and places are limited. You can phone 3412 4859 or email environment@logan.qld.gov.au to book or be placed on the mailing list for future events and activities.

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IN YOUR BACKYARD Kerbside clean-up dates

Kerbside know-how

Residents in the below suburbs can use Council’s free kerbside cleanup service in coming months for the removal of unwanted hard and green waste.

Rubbish lining the streets is certainly not the image we want for Logan and we ask residents to help us achieve an efficient kerbside collection by following these guidelines:

The service, which operates in each suburb twice a year, has proved especially useful for people without utes or trailers who are otherwise unable to dispose of larger items.

As the kerbside collection is primarily for unwanted waste, the collected items are taken to landfill. Residents who would like their household items (including furniture, toys, bicycles and bric-a-brac) to find a new home are encouraged to donate them to the Logan Recycling Market.

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8 April: Hillcrest, Boronia Heights, Forestdale 15 April: Munruben, Park Ridge South, North Maclean, South Maclean, Greenbank, New Beith 22 April: Jimboomba, Veresdale Scrub, Veresdale, Cedar Vale, Mundoolun, Cedar Grove, Woodhill 29 April: Stockleigh, Logan Reserve, Tamborine, Cedar Creek, Logan Village, Buccan, Chambers Flat, Yarrabilba 6 May: Loganlea, Waterford, Waterford West, Park Ridge 13 May: Northern Rochedale South (north of Underwood Rd, including both sides of Underwood Rd) 20 May: South Rochedale South (south of Underwood Rd, but not including the southern side of Underwood Rd) 27 May: Springwood, Underwood, Priestdale

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Make sure your waste is put out before 6 am on the Monday of the week your collection is scheduled.

Waste should be presented no more than seven days before the Monday of your collection week.

Green waste is limited to tree and shrub prunings, palm fronds, leaves and grass clippings. Prunings and palm fronds should be cut into 1 m lengths and tied into bundles, using a natural string, for easy loading. Use cardboard boxes to store leaves and grass clippings.

Hard waste includes items such as stoves, and household articles. Items should be no larger than 2 m wide, 1 m high and 1 m deep.

Leave unwanted materials neatly on the kerbside. Be sure your waste does not obstruct pedestrian traffic and is not placed on top of water meters.

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Excessive waste loads - as a guide, two men should be able to load your waste within five minutes.

Tyres, glass of any description, batteries, gas cylinders, fire extinguishers, fibro-type material (as it may contain asbestos), hazardous waste or food wastes that can rot and attract flies.

Refrigerators, air conditioners and freezers as there is a possibility of ozone-depleting gases being released.

Weevil reduces weed spread across Logan Salvinia molesta, a native plant in Brazil, is a declared Class 2 plant in Queensland.

This means it has already spread over substantial areas of Queensland but needs to be controlled to avoid further spread onto unaffected properties.

Salvinia can completely cover water storages, which affects water quality and flow, wildlife, irrigation and recreational activities, including fishing and swimming. It is mainly spread by people who empty aquariums and ponds into waterways, but some people also sell it, which is illegal in Queensland.

The salvinia weevil has been eating its way through a large infestation in Eagleby over the past 12 months.

Biological controls like the weevil are part of an equilibrium in plant growth and destruction. The weevil is least effective in cold and cloudy weather, so the weed infestation builds up in winter, but is smashed again each summer, with varying results each year. Smaller infestations are usually sprayed cost effectively by Council officers.

Salvinia can double in volume every two to three days under optimal growth conditions.

One way to prevent the spread of salvinia is to stop its introduction into waterways from aquariums. It is essential that washing plants, or plant parts, into gutters, waterways, creeks, streams and rivers is avoided when ponds and fish tanks are emptied.

Report the sale of salvinia to Logan City Council on 3412 5397.

IN YOUR BACKYARD Is your cat and Shhh…the secret to dog registered reducing barking is out While Council has previously offered advice and assistance to both dog owners with Council? and neighbours who are dealing with the disturbance to the neighbourhood caused Under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008, cats and dogs over the age of 12 weeks are required to be registered with Council.

Council is undertaking an inspection program across the city until December to make sure cats and dogs are registered. This has a number of benefits, including: •

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increasing the number of cats and dogs carrying identification tags improving Council’s ability to locate owners of wandering cats and dogs through registration tags minimising the number of unclaimed cats and dogs.

For more information about responsible pet ownership, phone 3412 5397 or visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/animals.

by barking dogs, the service has now been expanded with the engagement of a second officer to handle noise nuisance enquiries.

In addition, Council’s proactive Shush program offers owners of dogs with significant Council-identified barking issues the assistance of an experienced officer to suggest training solutions.

Training generally focuses on improving the dog’s lifestyle and providing stimulation and ‘boredom buster techniques’ such as introducing a Kong feeding toy. Logan City Council and Kong have entered a sponsorship agreement where toys are provided for the Shush program as well as with each sale dog in Council’s rehoming program. The program also uses bark counting and activity collars to help tailor training and includes a number of follow-ups to ensure the techniques are helping reduce excessive barking. To report excessive barking in your neighbourhood please contact Council on 3412 5397. The Shush program is recommended by Council officers following completion of all other aspects of barking control procedures.

Be prepared for emergencies with new risk management studies Keeping the community safe remains a priority for Logan City Council, with the release of its recently completed Bushfire Risk Management and Evacuation Risk Management studies late last year.

Logan has a significant amount of bushland and a large number of homes surrounded by bushland, which residents need to be aware of and understand the associated risks. While Logan’s rural areas have a risk of fire, the highest risk is to urban areas that back onto bushland.

Residents need to be prepared so they can minimise the risk and protect themselves, their family and their homes - be familiar with the reports ahead of this year’s bushfire season, which traditionally runs from August to November, and aware of current evacuation information for the city. Some simple steps such as keeping a tidy yard and removing anything that could serve as fuel for a fire such as leaves, bark, and dead branches are a step in the right direction in minimising risk.

Residents should also prepare a disaster emergency kit and make themselves familiar with the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service publication Prepare, Act, Survive, which sets out the steps needed to protect life and property. It is available online at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au.

Free trees All Logan City ratepayers can access three free trees each financial year, while schools and community groups based on Council-owned land can receive 50 plants per financial year.

Just bring in your original rates notice to any one of the collection points listed here but you can only collect once during the financial year.

13 April (9 am to noon): Oliver Sports Complex, 293 Logan Street, Eagleby 18 May (9 am to noon): Munruben Depot, 113-127 Crowson Lane, Munruben

Property owners with more than four properties should contact 3412 5338 to make alternative arrangements. School and community groups need to apply to Council in writing.

Visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/freetrees for more information.

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THINGS TO DO April conversations at Logan City Council Libraries Conversations is a monthly program of free community talks featuring guest speakers from the local community and beyond. Topics vary from month to month. Bookings essential. Please call the relevant library or book online at www.logan.qld.gov.au/libraries.

 ORGANIC GARDENING Down the garden path...

Organic gardening is good for you and good for the environment. Find out how to best start your organic garden as Penny from Brisbane Organic Growers visits Marsden Library.

Thursday 4 April - 3.30 pm

 RETIREMENT REALITY AND INVESTMENT CHOICES Are you preparing to retire and unsure about what will happen? This seminar run

by Centrelink will explore how to prepare yourself for retirement and the sorts of investment choices open to you. Hyperdome Library.

Thursday 11 April - 6 pm

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MAKING CHEESE

Curious about making your own cheese? Experienced cheesemaker Valerie Pearson from Green Living Australia will discuss and demonstrate cheesemaking techniques.

Jimboomba Library.

Tuesday 16 April - 1 pm

 HOME ENERGY SAVER SCHEME Forget big bills! Join us for an informative session on household energy - tips and tricks for energy saving, understanding your power bills and how much energy your household appliances use. Beenleigh Library.

Thursday 18 April 10.30 am

Logan Art Gallery exhibitions 5 April - 11 May 2013  Double Vision: Onkaparinga Logan artist exchange: Double Vision is a visual, performing and creative arts exchange program between the City of Onkaparinga in South Australia and Logan City Council. Five local artists working in various art forms (from visual art to performance) were independently selected by each council to spend time in the other partner’s region in order to initially research and explore the region and then in response to create artwork.

 Vivid darkness: This is an exhibition of political and satirical graphic work by Iranian artist, Hesam Fetrati. He left Iran in 2011 after working as a social-political cartoonist on a newspaper that was closed down by the government and was, for a short time, held in police custody.

Migrating to Australia, he enrolled at Queensland College of Art, Griffith University to complete at Masters of Visual Arts Degree.  Workshop wonders XI: A delightful selection of student works chosen from the Logan Art Gallery workshop program. This eleventh annual exhibition highlights the gallery’s workshop program which is an integral part of the visual arts education and cultural experience in Logan City.

Please note: Logan Art Gallery will be closed 14-18 May.

Hesam Fetrati, Blindness 7: Stationary Train, 2012, pen and ink.

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 Evolving landscapes – life seeks order: Local artist, Rachael Lee, describes her art practice as an exploration of ‘the changing beauty of nature through a window of geometric patterns and sacred geometry’. This exhibition of recent works in various mixed media, examines growth and change in the local natural environment using patterns and repeated organic shapes to form idealised landscapes.

In Safe Hands no.7 2010, Rachael Lee. Digital print – archival ink on canvas.

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Ross Noble: Mindblender: 10 April Ross Noble, the demonic scarecrow himself, is back doing what he does best with a new live tour. Famed for his fiery and fluid freewheeling style, Noble creates comedy gold from tiny particles of random nonsense. Suitable for ages 15+ only.

They’re Playing our Song: 19 April This story is based on the real-life relationship of composer Marvin Hamlisch and lyricist Carole Bayer Sager. When Vernon Gersch meets Sonia Walsk at his luxury Manhattan apartment the meeting uncovers two very different personalities.

Room on the Broom: 14 May The team behind The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child return with songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged three and up and their grown-ups with Room on the Broom. This production is based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

The Book Club: 16-18 May Genteel housewife and mother Deborah has an addiction. “I’m a bookaholic,” she confesses. “I just can’t help myself.” The spice of Deborah’s real life is her book club.

For the women who take part, it’s a meeting of minds – and their very different lifestyles. For Deborah, the club is a chance to gather the juicy gossip of her friends’ lives and relationships.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival: 19 May The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is back, with a big night of comedy from some of the world’s funniest comedians.

Performances may contain coarse language, sexual references and material that can offend. It is recommended for people aged 15 years or older.

It’s My Party (And I’ll Die If I Want To): 5-6 June Gruff, well-ordered, quintessential Aussie family man Ron is convinced he is dying. In a magnanimous gesture of loving finality, he hosts a party, giving his wife and children the chance to spend a few last quality moments as a family. As the minutes tick away, Ron’s party schedule unravels to reveal a dysfunctional family unit that is both outlandishly bizarre and utterly recognisable.

Muckheap: 27 June Funny, physical and fantastically messy, Muckheap is a tale of two people trying to clean out their house for their big move. In the process of packing and sorting they find all their hoarded junk too interesting, useful or too full of memories to throw away.

Book online at www.logan.qld.gov.au/lec, visit us at 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central or phone the Box Office on (07) 3412 5626 (9:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday).

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10 am to 2 pm, Mayes Cottage, Park and Ride from Kingston Butter Factory

18 - 3 pm to 10 pm; 19 - 8 am to 2 pm, Croydon St, Woodridge

Various times and locations

JACK SIM PRESENTS A MORNING OF MYSTERY AND MAYHEM 10 am, Logan West Library, 69 Grand Plaza Dr, Browns Plains Come and hear Jack Sim tell stories of historical mystery and mayhem including crimes, mysteries, ghosts and hauntings. Visit www.logan.qld.gov. au/libraries

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MAYES IN MAY

Step back in time at Logan’s most historic address. It’s a great family day out with country music, sheep shearing, vintage car displays, stalls, face painting and baby animals. It’s fun for the whole family. Phone 3412 4819 or visit www.logan.qld.gov.au.

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BUSY BACKYARD NATIVE BEES WORKSHOP 9.30 am to 3.30 pm, Greenbank Learn about bees at this free workshop.

Bookings are essential and places are limited.

Phone 3412 4859 or email environment@ logan.qld.gov.au.

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LOGANLEA COMMUNITY FUN DAY 10 am to 2 pm, 28-32 Timms St and Strudee Park, Loganlea This free family fun day, hosted by Loganlea Community Association, will include entertainment, jumping castle, food, games and activities.

For more information call 3805 8260.

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NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK ACTIVITIES Various locations across Logan Logan’s youth can make the most of 10 days of activities 18

as part of annual National Youth Week celebrations, with a theme of “Be active.

Be happy. Be you.”

Logan City Council has funded safe, fun and healthy activities that will run across the city. Youth aged 12 to 25 can participate in festivals, creative art workshops, film projects, rock climbing, and other events during the week.

Details at www.logan. qld.gov.au.

The popular Kaleidoscope Multicultural Street Festival with international food, stage performances, stalls, jumping castles, face painting and markets, is organised by the Ethnic Community Council of Logan Inc. For more information, phone 0412 458 783 or email K13@eccl.org.au.

Join residents from all over South-East Queensland to simultaneously search for this threatened bird. Training on bird identification and survey techniques can be provided. Phone 3412 4859 or email environment@logan. qld.gov.au for more information.

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with performances from Grace Knight, David De Vito, Scat, Renae Suttie, Lauren Lucille and more.

Bring your favourite rug or chair and spread out on the grass to enjoy the food and wine available for purchase. You can also bring your own picnic however no BYO alcohol will be permitted.

Tickets are $20 and are available from the Logan Entertainment Centre by phoning 3412 5626 or visiting www. loganentertainmentcentre. com.au

CREATING WEALTH 9 - Logan Village Library at 1.30 pm; 18 - Logan North Library at 6 pm Undergrowth by Sue Beyer

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NEW EXHIBITIONS OPEN AT LOGAN ART GALLERY TODAY Open 10 am to 5 pm, Tuesday to Saturday, cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Double Vision: Onkaparinga Logan artist exchange; Vivid darkness, work by Hesam Fetrati; Evolving landscapes - life seeks order, work by Rachael Lee; Workshop wonders XI. These exhibitions run until 11 May.

GLOSSY BLACKCOCKATOO BIRD SURVEY

Learn tips on getting started, setting financial goals and priorities, asset classes and risk, strategies and case studies of wealth creation. Visit www.logan.qld.gov. au/libraries for more information.

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JAZZ AND SHIRAZ 3 pm to 9 pm, Kingston Butter Factory, Milky Way, Kingston Set under the stars at the Kingston Butter Factory, Jazz and Shiraz will delight you

HAVE AN EVENT COMING UP? Submit your event details to communications@logan.qld.gov.au.

Please provide the date, time, location, planned activities and a contact phone number and/or website that can be printed.

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7 am to 1 pm, Lowe Oval, Sports Dr, Underwood

Registrations open at 8 am, walk at 10 am, Logan Gardens, Civic Pde, Logan Central

9 am to 2 pm, Tudor Park PCYC, 71-78 Clarks Rd, Loganholme

WEET-BIX KIDS TRYATHLON

Children aged 7 to 15 are invited to participate in this fun event, which includes swimming, cycling and running, either as individuals or teams.

Registrations close Sunday 5 May and can be done online at http://tryathlon. weetbix.com.au.

RSPCA MILLION PAWS WALK

Logan City Council hosts Logan’s first RSPCA Million Paws Walk, a popular outdoor event for animal lovers and their furry friends. Contact Council on 3412 5397 or register at www. millionpawswalk.com.au.

BIG DAY OUT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

This free fun day for Logan’s disabled community will include Olympic-style activities to celebrate people’s abilities rather than disabilities and a disco.

Phone 3808 1011 for more information, or to register or volunteer on the day.

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FORGET BIG BILLS 18 - Beenleigh Library at 10.30 am; 19 - Logan West Library at 10.30 am These home energy saver sessions will give you tips and tricks to save energy, understand your power bills and learn how much energy your household appliances use. Visit www.logan. qld.gov.au/libraries for more information.

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BACKYARD CRITTERS WORKSHOP 9 am to 11.30 am, Berrinba Geckoes Wildlife will show you some of the surprising wildlife that are making their home

in your backyard, including those that are often misidentified and poorly known, as well as how you can help them. This free workshop will include separate presentations for adults and children.

Bookings are essential and places are limited.

Phone 3412 4859 or email environment@ logan.qld.gov.au.

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MANAGE YOUR MONEY 23 - Jimboomba Library at 1 pm; 30 - Greenbank Library at 4 pm Tips on budgeting and saving, managing debts, planning for the future, and protecting your assets.

Visit www.logan.qld. gov.au/libraries for information.

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WILDLIFEFRIENDLY BACKYARDS WORKSHOP

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1 pm to 3.30 pm, Jimboomba Creating a wildlifefriendly backyard is easy to do, and not only helps our local wildlife but reduces your garden maintenance and creates a place of interest and beauty.

This free workshop will show you how to help provide food, water and shelter to a variety of wildlife as well as covering responsible pet ownership, appropriate fruit netting and use of chemicals.

Bookings are essential and places are limited.

Phone 3412 4859 or email environment@ logan.qld.gov.au.

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Book online at www.logan.qld.gov.au/lec, Visit us at 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central Phone the box office on (07) 3412 5626 (9:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday).

BUSINESS BITES Nick joins Economic Development team Nick McGuire, a former member of Logan City Council’s Office of Economic Development, is the branch’s new manager. Nick tells Our Logan, Our City why he’s passionate about Logan’s economic future.

What’s your background?

I have worked in a number of management roles across SouthEast Queensland local government over the past eight years in a range of different areas - predominantly in economic development, but also in community development, cultural services, including the management of cultural centres and art galleries, libraries and the management of a child care service. I believe this breadth of experience has given me a pretty good understanding about the diverse array of services that Council provides to the community, and how important it is for each of these functions to work together to ensure the best outcomes for the community.

Where did you work previously?

I come to Logan from the Lockyer Valley Regional Council, but before that I worked at Gold Coast City Council, Scenic Rim Regional Council and had a stint at Logan City Council for approximately two years.

What’s your vision for Logan’s business community and the economy?

Logan is a city that presents so many opportunities. There is a real focus on creating jobs for Logan residents, and my team and I want to play a major part in helping to achieve that. We do that by attracting new business into the city as well as working with the existing local business community to help them to grow or diversify.

We successfully do that by building strong working relationships with the business community, and other key stakeholders. Logan has so many

DID YOU KNOW? Logan has more than 21,000 businesses employing more than 72,000 people.

Learn more about Logan’s economy If you want to know more about Logan’s economy, such as industry data, employment statistics or economic trends, visit our economic profile website.

good news stories from a business perspective that I don’t think the broader community is necessarily aware of, so I want to play my part in sharing some of these.

What brought you to Logan?

I firmly believe Logan is a dynamic city with a lot to offer. Having worked here before, I know there are a lot of passionate and enthusiastic people in the local business community, and I want to work for that type of city.

Logan City Council as an organisation also has a great reputation for being a positive, innovative and supportive organisation to work for.

How do you sell Logan in five words?

A city full of opportunities!

Grow your business online

Logan is a major economic destination within South-East Queensland, and key industries include manufacturing, retail, construction, healthcare, social assistance, and transport, postal and warehousing.

Learn how to integrate and grow your business and marketing strategy with online opportunities, channels and capabilities through Council’s Digital Connect program.

Given its central location and an available young workforce, Logan is ideally placed for continued growth.

The four-week program will be held in April and registrations are now open.

You may not have known that there are more than 21,000 businesses employing more than 72,000 people.

Workshops will be held on Fridays 5, 12, 19 and 26 April from 9 am to noon.

Learn more at www.economicprofile.com.au/logan.

Register on 3412 4888.

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BUSINESS BITES

Business updates Illuminated Industries light up promotional bottles

Andrew Cummings, managing director, Tip Top Bakeries, with two of the longest serving employees at Springwood, Don Macduff (36 years’ service) and Bob Bell (26 years’ service).

Bakery growth is tip top Tip Top Bakeries is entering the final phase of a $9 million investment to enhance its bakery in Springwood.

The project has already included a new automated packaging and handling system and upgrades to staff amenities, and workshop, cleaning and stores areas. The final stage will create a new warehouse and distribution centre and is due for completion in August.

The bakery, which opened 30 years ago, produces more than 200,000 units seven days a week, including bread, rolls, crumpets, pikelets, pancakes and muffins and employs 250 full-time staff.

Illuminated Industries is making huge inroads into the national market as well as exploring export opportunities with the assistance of Logan Office of Economic Development. Initially providing LED-illuminated event furniture to small private functions as well as large national events such as Big Day Out and the ARIA Music Awards, Illuminated Industries has now moved into world-first illuminated water. The company is owned by the Thomas/Gill family, which also owns TFH Hire Services, a local company for more than 15 years.

Thunderbox Toolboxes set to expand range Thunderbox Toolboxes is a highly successful and innovative manufacturing business born and bred in Kingston. A little-known fact is that Thunderbox Toolboxes is Australia’s largest manufacturer of toolboxes and is the sole supplier of aluminium toolboxes to Bunnings and Supercheap Auto stores throughout Australia.

The company manufactures all products in Logan. The company has grown from humble beginnings to its current size and currently employs 53 staff. The company has plans to expand its current range of plastic toolboxes using world class technology.

BizConnect workshops head to Jimboomba Businesses from Jimboomba and surrounding areas can access Council’s BizConnect workshop series as they go mobile.

The Logan Office of Economic Development is delivering the free workshops in partnership with the Logan Country Chamber of Commerce at Dorrington House, Johanna St, Jimboomba.

The workshops give small businesses and prospective entrepreneurs the assistance they need to turn a good idea into a great business, or to grow an already good business into a great one.

administration centre at Wembley Rd, Logan Central, starting on the first Tuesday and Thursday of each month.

Learn more at www.loganbiz.com.au or phone 3412 4888 for information.

The four three-hour workshops will be held weekly. BizConnect workshops are also held at Logan City Council’s

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SPORT AND RECREATION Get healthy for your heart’s sake Logan City Council’s Healthy Logan Program has helped more than 1,500 Logan residents become healthier since launching in June 2011. Healthy Logan offers a range of free activities that promote healthy living, provide opportunities to participate in physical activity, encourage healthy eating, support the community to lead healthier lifestyles and reduce the number of people who are overweight and obese.

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Cycling classes: cycle training for all abilities (bikes and helmets can be supplied) BEAT IT: an exercise program for people with or at risk of diabetes and other chronic lifestyle diseases Heart Foundation Walking groups garden2kitchen2garden program: participants learn how to cook with healthy ingredients as well as explore economic gardening techniques that support a healthy lifestyle Grow It. Eat It. Live It program: targeted to the culturally and linguistically diverse community, participants learn how to lead healthier lifestyles through information sessions, gardening, cooking and shopping classes Physical activity programs: physical activity through either the “sports taster program” or the “lift-off yoga program”.

Fitness fanatics love adiZone Have you visited the unique adiZone facility at Mabel Park, Slacks Creek?

That’s right - Logan is home to Australia’s first adidas branded multisports facility.

Healthy Logan is targeted at people over 18 years who are currently unemployed or working on a part-time or casual basis. To get involved, phone 3412 3412 or email council@logan.qld.gov.au. See more information at www.logan.qld.gov.au/healthylogan.

The 300 square metre multi-sports adiZone includes an array of outdoor gym equipment, a traversing wall, shared areas for basketball, football and tennis, a 25 metre running track and a multi-use open floor space that can be used for gymnastics, dance and martial arts.

(This initiative is funded by the Australian Government).

Activate your life with Active Logan

Personal training sessions are also held at the park as part of Council’s Active Logan program.

Want to get fit?

Learn more at www.logan.qld.gov.au.

GETTING ACTIVE!

New Year New You 14 JANUARY TO 31 MARCH 2013

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Discover low-cost activities across Logan in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

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• Find an activity that suits you • No need to register for the activity • If you have a question about an activity contact the provider or Council.

There’s still time to enjoy low-cost activitiesDOinI HAVE the TO current Logan BE FIT TO Active START AN ACTIVITY? No, Active Logan activities cater for all ages and fitness term, which runs until 31willMarch. levels. Our trained instructors ease you into the activity, making you feel comfortable and welcome.

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Phone 3412 3412 Email activelogan@ logan.qld.gov.au www.logan.qld.gov.au/activelogan

Want to meet new people?

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?

Active Logan caters for all ages and WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO THE SESSION? Comfortable clothing and footwear. fitness levels and trained instructors WHAT ELSE SHOULD I BRING? will ease • you into the (outdoor activities Hat and sunscreen activities to only)make • Small towel • Water bottle you feel comfortable.

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SPORT AND RECREATION Top athletes and officials recognised at Logan Sports Awards Wheelchair basketballer Bill Latham is the 2012 BDS Logan City Sportsperson of the Year.

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Bill was also named the Elite Athlete with a Disability at the 2012 BDS Logan City Sports Awards, held on Saturday 23 February at the Logan Entertainment Centre. The 23-year-old played for Australia at the 2012 London Olympics and has spent much of his career playing in the Spanish league.

These awards recognise the achievements of Logan’s athletes and sporting officials from 2012.

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Sportsman of the Year: Jesse Ross (boxing) Sportswoman of the Year: Samantha Reid (synchronised swimming) Young Sportsperson of the Year - Male: Anthony Quayle (golf) Young Sportsperson of the Year - Female: Amy Beths (European handball) Sports Team of the Year: John Paul College Open A Girls Team (basketball) Sports Coach of the Year: Anthony Skipper (dragonboating) Sports Veteran of the Year: Marion Hermitage (triathlon) Sports Administrator of the Year: Mick Griffin (soccer) Sports Organisation of the Year: Jimboomba Little Athletics (athletics) Sports Official of the Year: Debbie McGowan (basketball) Sports Event of the Year: Logan Basketball (Australia vs China)

Kids, give the Weet-Bix TRYathlon a try!

Logan children aged 7 to 15 can join the fun of the Logan Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon when it is held again on Sunday 19 May at Underwood.

The Logan City Council-sponsored event includes swimming, cycling and running and children can participate as individuals or in teams.

This year the TRYathlon is attempting to set the record for the largest under 16s triathlon series in the world.

The event encourages children to get moving in a friendly and supportive environment with an emphasis on enjoying an active lifestyle.

Participants will receive a T-shirt and other great offers and gifts, as well as a medal.

The Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon is on Sunday 19 May from 7 am to 1 pm at Lowe Oval, Sports Dr, Underwood. Registrations close Sunday 5 May and can be done online at http://tryathlon.weetbix. com.au.

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SAFE CITY Travelling to school safety Walking to and from school is a great opportunity to get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors. If you remember a few simple rules, you should be able to have a safe and enjoyable journey to and from school each day.

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Always know the route you are taking and how long it takes Have a couple of routes to your destination. Always taking the same route creates predictability. It’s best to alter your route a couple of times a week (remember to tell someone which route you are taking).

Know where to go if you find yourself in trouble - you may know someone who lives along the route or maybe there is a police station.

If it looks like rain, pack an umbrella or raincoat - this may save a stranger offering you a lift.

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Maintain a confident appearance (even if you don’t feel it). Head up, shoulders back and confident strides.

Walk like you mean business - avoid dawdling and stopping too much. Show everyone around you that you have somewhere to be at a set time and you intend to get there.

Be aware of your surroundings including cars, people and landscape features. Look around at what is happening where you are walking.

Don’t leave your designated route to go into a park or follow a dog etc. Stick to your route so you don’t get lost.

Trust your instincts - if a situation doesn’t feel right then take action to get yourself to a situation where you feel safe again. You could catch up or slow down to join others walking or change sides of the road.

If there is someone else in your area going the same way, walking together can make it not only safer, but more enjoyable.

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If someone tries to stop you to talk, keep walking or advise them while still walking that you are expected at school where your teacher and friends are waiting for you.

If someone offers you a lift or calls you over to their car - decline with a wave and continue walking.

Never get into the car with a stranger.

If you think you are being followed, remain calm. If possible safely change to the other side of the street.

Make your way to the nearest safe place, be it school, a police station or shops - anywhere people are.

If trying to get away from someone in a car, always move in the opposite direction than the car. This will make it harder for them to follow you.

Never tell a stranger your name or where you live, unless they are the police.

Always tell a trusted adult if a person or situation made you feel uncomfortable.

REMEMBER THE DETAILS If you are approached by someone trying to get you to go with them against your will, it is important to tell a trusted adult, such as your parents or school teacher.

Try to remember as much about the situation as possible.

What colour was the car? Was it old or new? What did the person look like? Did they have any tattoos or piercings?

Where they old or young? Were they alone or was there someone with them? In which direction did they leave? Try to remember exactly what they said to you.

The more information you can remember, the better chance the police have of ensuring they do not approach any of your school friends. It is important to discuss any concerns you have about personal safety with a trusted adult such as your parents or school teacher.

Don’t forget to discuss how you felt and why and what you could do in future if you have this feeling again. Maybe your class could discuss it together.

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13 Logan’s cultural street festival

Saturday 18 May 3 pm- 10 pm 8 am - 2 pm Sunday 19 May

Croydon Rd, Woodridge

Bring the family and celebrate multiculturalism with arts and crafts.

Tempt your tastebuds with foods from around the world.

Enjoy live entertainment!

• International food • busking • music • local grown ethnic foods • vegetables and fruits • cultural performances and displays • displays by local organisations • activities for the kids For more information email: K13@eccl.org.au or phone Festival Coordinator: Deva Naiker 0412 458 783

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COUNCILLORS’ NEIGHBOURHOOD

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Keep up to date with what’s happening in your part of Logan City.

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Meet your local Councillor at a mobile office Division 1 - Cr Lisa Bradley 8.30 am to 10 am Cnr Springwood Rd and Daisy Hill Rd, Daisy Hill Tuesday 12 March Wednesday 24 April Thursday 16 May

10.30am to noon

Near St Peter’s Catholic Parish, Rochedale Rd, Rochedale South

1 pm to 3 pm

Logan North Library, Sports Dr, Underwood

3.30 pm to 5 pm

Passerine Park, Parfrey Rd, Rochedale South

Division 4 - Cr Don Petersen Sunday 10 March Sunday 14 April Sunday 12 May

9 am to 11 am

Logan Village Family Favourites Country Bakery, Albert St, Logan Village

Saturday 16 March Saturday 20 April Saturday 18 May

9 am to 11 am

Mt Warren Sports Centre, Cnr Milne St and Beenleigh-Beaudesert Rd, Beenleigh

Sunday 17 March Sunday 21 March Sunday 19 May

9 am to 11 am

Holmview Shopping Centre (outside Zaraffas), Logan River Rd, Holmview

Division 12 - Cr Jennie Breene

Thursday 4 April

Thursday 16 May

9 am to 11 am

Edens Landing Shopping Centre, 125-127 Castile Cr, Edens Landing

Noon to 2 pm

Beenleigh Mall, 40-68 Main St, Beenleigh

5 pm to 7 pm

Eagleby Shopping Centre, 142-164 Fryar Rd, Eagleby

9 am to 11 am

Eagleby Shopping Centre, 142-164 Fryar Rd, Eagleby

Noon to 2 pm

Beenleigh Mall, 40-68 Main St, Beenleigh

5 pm to 7 pm

Edens Landing Shopping Centre, 125-127 Castile Cr, Edens Landing

Please note these times and locations are subject to weather conditions or urgent Council meetings. Please contact the Councillors’ Support Team on 3412 5392 for confirmation.

Please check my registration details are correct If I wander, Animal Management staff need to know where I live.

Make sure: • I’m registered with Logan City Council • I’m wearing a tag • My address and phone number are up to date • My microchip details are up to date • Don’t forget to tell Council’s Animal Management staff if I have been recently desexed or am no longer with you.

While my registration payment is not due until July, please take the time to ensure all my details are correct.

You can update my details with Council by phoning 3412 5397 or emailing council@logan.qld.gov.au.

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Cr Pam Parker, Mayor of Logan A great morning was spent with local business people who attended BizConnect’s recent Business Marketing Workshops in Jimboomba.

BizConnect is a Logan City Council program that offers specialised support to small and home-based businesses. It serves as a central focus point for small and emerging Logan businesses that are wanting

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to source support, information, clarity of direction, focus, and business alliances. Many thanks to the Logan Office of Economic Development and the Logan Country Chamber of Commerce, who worked together to bring this fantastic workshop series to areas across rural Logan, including Chamber President, Laurie Koranski (pictured below).

I had the pleasure of opening some great new facilities at two of our local PCYCs recently. The Logan PCYC, managed by Sgt Rachel Whitford (pictured above) has just opened a new extension to its gymnasium with a fantastic new airconditioned cardio room, while the Beenleigh PCYC has

opened an exciting new rock climbing wall. Our PCYCs play an integral role in shaping the lives of many of our young people, and with generous sponsorship for these new facilities from various community groups, our PCYCs are able to continue their great work.

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Tails wag at Underwood Park Popular park for humans and their canines

Kaleidoscope festival on again City celebrates multicultural flavours

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New-look sports centre arrives Sport has a breath of fresh air

Salvos need your support Join in for the annual door knock appeal

Helping animals in need Drivers volunteer for animal ambulance

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Park expands with land acquisition Former strawberry farm a new addition

Seal of approval given to Cadets New parade ground a community effort

Big season ahead at Teviot Downs New lights bring opportunities for players

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Youth learn positive attitudes Program brings change to school culture

Club rams home success Soccer players ready for new season

Bird breeders fight back The Indian myna’s days are numbered

It’s music to your ears Eagleby’s best kept secret is out

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DIVISION 1

Councillor Lisa Bradley spends some time at the Underwood Park dog off-leash area with Jeanette Shepphard.

Drainage improvements to protect homes from flooding A major stormwater network upgrade project has started across Rochedale South to help protect the area from impacts of severe weather events.

The $1.9 million stormwater drainage upgrades will help alleviate drainage problems and reduce the effects of local flooding for Wooraka St, Narrawong St and Ungaroo St as well as for Karoonda Cr. Councillor Lisa Bradley said the essential upgrades would increase major underground drainage capacity.

“The project involves a raft of work including minor road reshaping works in Wooraka St as well as stormwater outlet earthworks in Karoonda Park,” she said.

Cr Bradley said there could be some disruption to daytime traffic flows as well as a likely increase in noise levels and dust nuisance during the work.

“Every effort will be made to minimise these inconveniences,” she said.

“We ask residents to bear with us while these works are underway but we promise it will be worth it in the long run for increased flooding protection.”

These stormwater works are the first stage of drainage upgrades in the Karoonda St catchment and are expected to be complete by May. Further works are planned in this catchment soon and design work is underway.

The project is part of Council’s wider $63 million 2012/2013 Capital Works Program.

Underwood Park sets dogs’ tails wagging Underwood Park is one of Logan’s most popular parks for all sorts of events, with more than 100 being held last year, including 71 weddings.

It was certainly a dog’s life at the park late last year when local animal group, Paws Alive, used the park’s facilities to organise a unique Santa’s grotto meet and greet for dogs and their owners.

Commenting on the park’s recently improved dog off-leash facilities, Small Dogs Coordinator and Logan events organiser, Jeanette Shepphard, said the park’s facilities were great for animals of all shapes and sizes.

“It’s an awesome park for dogs and that’s why we held our inaugural Santa’s grotto there,” she said.

“Last year’s event was a great success, attracting almost 100 people and dogs, so we’re now looking to make this an annual event

In our neighbourhood • New play equipment, including a climber and swing, will be installed at Alfred Shailer Park, Daisy Hill.

• Landscaping improvements and a safety fence will be completed along the median strip of Daisy Hill Rd and John Maxwell Pde. • A new play fort and swing set will be installed at Graham Hogg Park, Rochedale South, while the previous underlying sand was replaced with rubber softfall.

and to organise other fundraisers at the park.”

Councillor Lisa Bradley (Division 1) said she was delighted to see the park’s recently upgraded facilities being put to good use.

“The old dog off-leash area was one of Logan’s first and has been extremely popular with dog owners from far and wide,” she said.

“Following public consultation the recently improved dog off-leash area was relocated to provide an improved space to cater for growing demand and requests.

“Water, seating, shelter, dog grooming tables, agility equipment and drainage have been installed.

“It’s great to see a variety of groups taking full advantage of the park’s facilities.”

Cr Lisa Bradley p: 3412 3412 e: lisabradley@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing part of Daisy Hill, Priestdale, Rochedale South, part of Springwood and part of Underwood.

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Councillor Russell Lutton and Kaleidoscope festival organiser Deva Naiker prepare to celebrate Logan’s diversity.

Upgrade works underway at Logan Gardens A $200,000 makeover to Logan Central’s Logan Gardens is certainly turning heads.

Councillor Russell Lutton said the upgrade project was the latest improvements planned for the park.

“Logan Gardens was developed as part of the civic precinct in Logan Central, which includes the Council buildings, PCYC, Logan Entertainment Centre, Logan Art Gallery and the Logan Central Community Centre, and it’s heavily used by the community for all sorts of events as well as for general recreation,” he said.

“This project, due for completion at the end of June, will include an upgrade of the toilet facilities, improvements to lighting and the park’s directional signage, and the installation of accessible picnic facilities.

“This will complement the $600,000 improvements made to the all abilities playground a couple of years ago. The play equipment encourages inclusive play as it caters for children of all abilities.”

Cr Lutton said residents who were yet to visit Logan Gardens would be surprised by the facilities on offer.

“The tree-lined park is a perfect place to spend time on the weekends, with ample barbecues and picnic shelters available Or you can choose to take a stroll along one of the pathways,” he said.

“There is also a very popular dog offleash facility, which has some great agility equipment to keep dogs and their owners healthy and active.”

Festival highlights our kaleidoscope of people The popular Kaleidoscope street festival is doubling in size this year, being held over two days in May. Event organiser Deva Naiker said the Ethnic Communities Council of Logan had decided to double the fun of the festival for its eighth year and had themed this year’s event a “harmony”.

“We’re having an international food festival on day one, Saturday 18 May, with fruit and vegetable markets running from 3 pm until 10 pm,” he said.

“On day two, Sunday 19 May, the festival will start at 8 am, with a community multicultural Sunday market, 35 stage performances, food and vegetable stalls, multicultural arts and crafts, fun castles, face painting and balloons.”

In our neighbourhood • A shade sail was installed over the existing playground at Brookvale Park, Underwood, in February.

• An upgrade of play and picnic facilities at Mary Huntress Park, Logan Central, is due to start this month.

• A mural will be painted on the soccer clubrooms at Oates Park, Woodridge. Toilet facilities at the park will also be upgraded later this year.

Councillor Russell Lutton (Division 2) said Kaleidoscope was an iconic event on the Logan events calendar.

“It is well supported and I’m looking forward to welcoming more than 10,000 people to Division 2 over the two days to see the great work the Ethnic Communities Council of Logan does here,” he said.

“It’s a fantastic event and I encourage everyone to check it out.”

Kaleidoscope will be held at Croydon Road, Woodridge, on 18-19 May. Phone 0412 458 783 or email K13@eccl.org.au for more information.

Cr Russell Lutton Deputy Mayor p: 3412 3412 e: russelllutton@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing Woodridge, part of Kingston, Logan Central and part of Underwood.

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Councillor Steve Swenson joins Beacon Ambassadors from 2011 and 2013 school captains Paige Wilkie and Adoree Kalisa, Anita Cannon from the Beacon Foundation and principal Mike O’Connor.

Landscaping brightens entrance to industrial area Feedback from local businesses planted the seed for landscaping works on the corner of Kingston’s Moss Street and Kingston Road.

Councillor Steve Swenson said the landscaping project would serve two purposes.

“Not only will the work make the area also by more visually appealing, but it will improve safety discouraging drivers from cutting corners at the intersection,” he said.

“We will install planters on the site and plant a range of aloe hybrids, which have showy flowers in a range of colours and shapes.

“The plants flower from February to November each year and are able to endure limited water.”

Cr Swenson said the planters would also include seating.

Meanwhile, new garden beds will be created and existing gardens enhanced at Springwood Park, Springwood, by the end of June.

“The garden beds will serve a dual purpose as they will also include seating, and I know this will be a welcome addition,” Cr Swenson said.

He said extra pathways would also be provided at the park to improve visitor access for visitors.

“We are also enhancing the ceremonial space with a new shelter and removing some of the park’s majestic palm trees, which have not grown well.”

Positive attitudes give youth a beacon of hope A change in school culture and the broader community’s perception of young people have been just some of the many great results of the Beacon Foundation’s involvement at Mabel Park High School.

Beacon Foundation Queensland State Manager Anita Cannon said Beacon worked with schools to foster a community approach to supporting young people. It has worked with Mabel Park since 2006.

“We work in partnership with schools to create a sustainable careers education program that involves local business and creates more employment opportunities for year 10 students,” she said.

School principal Mike O’Connor said the program provided real world experience with industry and business.

“It opens their eyes to the world of work, the requirements they will need to meet in the workplace and the wonderful

In our neighbourhood • A new playground is being installed at Gamenya Park, Springwood, along with a hammock, platform seat and new pathways.

• A shade sail was installed at Mabel Park, Slacks Creek, while minor improvements have been made to the dog off-leash park at Bangalla Park, Springwood.

opportunities available to them. As a result, our students are optimistic, informed and motivated.” he said.

Councillor Steve Swenson (Division 3) is an avid supporter of the program and will become part of the mentoring program in 2013.

“Just to see the programs the students go through and the difference it makes to getting them job-ready is fantastic,” he said. “I’m really looking forward to becoming part of the program and being able to mentor these wonderful students.”

Visit www.beaconfoundation.com.au for more information.

Cr Steve Swenson p: 3412 3412 e: steveswenson@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing part of Daisy Hill, part of Kingston, Slacks Creek, part of Springwood and part of Underwood.

• The scout den at Meakin Park is being refurbished and the car park is also being upgraded.

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Councillor Don Petersen joins Maddison Beaver from Logan City Skate Around, Cathy Poppleton from Beenleigh Netball and Nate Lassey from Logan Basketball while Chloe Squires and Renee Bowerman from Beenleigh Skipping Bandits get some practise in.

Work starts on Edelsten Road upgrade Work is underway on the upgrade of the nor thern end of Jimboomba’s Edelsten Road.

Councillor Don Petersen said the $2.6 million project, which is funded through the 2012/2013 Major Roads Program, was required to address both road safety and pavement performance issues on the stretch of road from Camp Cable Rd to Wynne Rd. “Edelsten Rd links Camp Cable Rd to Mundoolun Rd, so it’s not surprising it carries 15,000 vehicles per week,” he said.

“It was also the main link in and out of Jimboomba during the recent floods when the Mt Lindesay Hwy was cut.

“These works are particularly important to ensure the busy road provides an appropriate level of service for road users.”

Cr Petersen said the upgrades involved widening the lanes as well as general safety and surface improvements.

“As part of the works, the road will be widened and realigned within the existing road reserve. The road carriageway will be upgraded from 5.5 metres to 9 metres,” he said.

“Once complete, the road will have two travel lanes, complete with sealed shoulders. The widening and re-alignment works will provide improved motorist comfort and visibility.

“The upgrades are expected to take six months, weather permitting.”

New-look sports centre for Mt Warren Park Sport in the area has been revitalised thanks to a new and improved sports facility.

Council resumed responsibility for the former Beenleigh Arena at the start of the year and completed almost $400,000 of improvements before officially opening the revitalised Mt Warren Sports Centre last month.

fans as well as upgrades to the kiosk and reception areas. A new dedicated storage facility has also been constructed ,freeing up an additional court, which was previously used for storage. Landscape improvements have also enhanced the venue.”

Councillor Don Petersen (Division 4) said more than eight sports clubs as well as residents from across the area were now benefiting from the upgraded facility.

“We are committed to making this one of the area’s major sporting facilities and plan to continue improvements in the coming years.”

“A host of upgrades have been completed across the centre ranging from giving it a good old ‘spring clean’ to enhancing the equipment,” he said.

“The work has also included upgrades to provide improved stadium lighting, the installation of acoustic panelling and ceiling

In our neighbourhood • Further landscaping improvements were completed along Mt Warren Blvd, Mt Warren Park, last month.

• New seats will be installed at Merv and Ollie Musch Park, Logan Village.

• Tree planting is being completed at Lacy St and Waterline Cr, Waterford, and Station Park, Mt Warren Park.

President of Beenleigh Skipping Bandits, Tom Bowerman, whose club has been training at the facility since setting up four years ago, said the upgrades were a marked improvement. “The fans and lighting improvements make a big difference,” he said. “As long at this facility remains, we’ll keep coming. It’s a great facility.”

Cr Don Petersen p: 3412 3412 or 0412 120 210 e: donpetersen@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing Bahrs Scrub, Bannockburn, Belivah, Buccan, part of Cedar Creek, part of Holmview, part of Jimboomba, part of Logan Village, Mt Warren Park, Mundoolun, part of Tamborine, Waterford, Windaroo, Wolffdene and Yarrabilba.

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Councillor Graham Able inspects the growing Demeio Park with former landowners Jim and Lesley Peall.

Industrial Investment triggers major roads project Work will soon start on a $3 million traffic route for Berrinba.

A new four-lane sealed road will be built between the Third Ave/Bardon Rd roundabout and Third Ave (at Curtisii Court), Berrinba. The project will include modifications to the existing northern section of Third Avenue.

Councillor Graham Able said works would involve constructing the road surface, service relocations, stormwater drainage, kerb and channel, and street lighting.

“The purpose of the project is to construct Third Ave as an industrial collector road that extends Third Ave from the Bardon Rd roundabout to the existing Third Ave at the Curtisii Ct intersection, Berrinba, to accommodate future industrial needs,” he said.

“The project is due to start in early April and expected to take five months, pending favourable weather and any unknown ground conditions.

“Anyone who has driven around Berrinba lately will see some of the industrial growth that’s taking off.

“This industrial precinct will provide many jobs for our city and boost our growing economy.

“Council has been working hard to develop this precinct with developers and I welcome their confidence in our city.”

Strawberry farm land to become part of park It used to be known as the Sweet Expressions Strawberry Farm, but an almost-two hectare piece of land is set to become part of Demeio Park at Marsden.

The proper ty, on Demeio Rd, was previously a tobacco farm before John De Meio converted it into a strawberry farm.

Councillor Graham Able (Division 5) said Mr De Meio sold strawberries to Sydney.

“It was a really popular place,” he said.

When Mr De Meio died, the property was sold to Jim and Lesley Peall, who held onto it until last year.

Jim remembers stealing strawberries from the farm when he was in primary school and said he had seen many changes in the area over the past 25 years. The couple raised their two children on the property.

next to the existing Demeio Park.

“When Council purchased the land there were a number of dwellings on the site, but these were demolished in November 2012 due to the poor structural condition,” Cr Able said.

“Council’s parks staff are currently working on designs to embellish the site and we hope to start construction activities in 2013/2014.

“I’m really pleased we can expand on the park that’s already there. This is the next piece of the puzzle to create something really special for the community.”

Cr Able said the 1.88 hectare property sat

In our neighbourhood • New play equipment, including a mini-bike track, picnic facilities and seating were completed at Devine Park, Marsden.

• New boardwalks and a shelter were also installed at Tygum Park, Waterford West, in December 2012.

• Trees have been planted in Tygum Rd, Waterford West.

Cr Graham Able p: 3412 3412 e: grahamable@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing part of Berrinba, part of Browns Plains, part of Crestmead, part of Kingston, Loganlea, Marsden and part of Waterford West.

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Councillor Luke Smith and Bethania Rams Soccer Club president Joe Janecek talk about the club’s plans for 2013.

Community has its say on future facilities at Tudor Park A community consultation session at Tudor Park, Loganholme, last December has gathered ideas about the park’s future development.

Councillor Luke Smith held the consultation session with state Member for Waterford Michael Latter and staff from Council’s Parks branch.

“We held the consultation to get feedback from local residents about how they would like to see the park developed in the future,” Cr Smith said. “Tudor Park is classified as a district recreation park and sports park, which means it is a high priority for Council.”

Cr Smith said the community had provided the following feedback: • The skate park should be retained but relocated slightly further away from neighbouring properties and the existing playground area.

• The playground equipment should be upgraded and include a shade structure and rubber softfall for ease of access.

• Barbecue facilities and more picnic shelters are desired.

• More connecting pathways to provide better access through the park are wanted, along with fitness stations.

• A dog off-leash facility was requested, along with an upgrade of the toilet facilities.

A concept plan is now being developed for the park.

Soccer club dreams big for 2013 season An expanded clubhouse and other new facilities at Oppermann Park are top of the wish list for the Bethania Rams Soccer Club, which is preparing for another big season in 2013.

President Joe Janecek said the club wanted to grow its 2012 registration list of 160 players and new players were always welcome.

“I’ll be looking to allocate funds to the club in the next budget to help with some of the improvements and upgrade. Local sport is integral to this community,” he said.

“Our junior teams start with the under 6s and we go up to senior men and women’s teams,” Joe said.

“The soccer season starts in mid-April, so there’s still time to register if you want to play soccer in 2013.”

“We’re really focused on growing our junior base and developing soccer skills, and have a professional coach for our senior men’s teams. That gives our junior players something to aspire to.”

Councillor Luke Smith (Division 6) said he was supportive of the club’s aspirations.

In our neighbourhood

To learn more about the Bethania Rams Soccer Club, phone 0400 190 135, email bethaniarams@gmail.com or attend a training session at Oppermann Park, Federation Dr, Bethania from 6 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Cr Luke Smith

• Works will begin soon at Noffke Park, Bethania, including a new exercise pad (ideal for senior fitness classes and activities), car parking and some landscaping.

p: 3412 3412 e: lukesmith@logan.qld.gov.au

• Three new seats were installed at Alexander Clark Park, Loganholme, in February.

Councillor representing Bethania, part of Cornubia, Loganholme, Meadowbrook, Tanah Merah and part of Waterford West.

• Work is underway to upgrade and formalise the car parking at Riverdale Park, Meadowbrook.

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Councillor Laurie Smith is encouraging Logan residents to dig deep for the annual Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal with Major Neil Dickson and Douglas Cooke.

Greenbank water network upgrades underway An upgrade to the water network at Greenbank will cater for future growth and supply water for fire fighting when it is completed later this month.

The 425 metre pipeline will connect into the existing water network along Teviot Rd, starting at Old Greenbank Rd/ Sheppards Dr. Councillor Laurie Smith said the project, being completed by Logan Water Alliance, started in February.

“The 225 mm diameter pipeline is essential for our area’s future,” he said.

“We’ve been using auger boring to install a section of the pipeline under the Brisbane to Sydney railway line to minimise ground disturbance in the area, as well as open trench construction methods.

“While the pipeline is being constructed in government-owned road reserve, we know there have been some temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, reduced speed limits and detours, so I’d like to thank drivers for their patience.”

Logan Water Alliance is a public-private sector enterprise comprising Logan City Council and engineering service providers Tenix, Parsons Brinckerhoff and Cardno.

It is responsible for planning, designing, constructing and commissioning new and improved water and wastewater infrastructure across the city.

An overview of current projects is available at www.logan.qld.gov.au.

Salvos need support for annual doorknock appeal When times are tough, we can always count on the Salvos. But now they need our help. The annual Red Shield Appeal will be held on 25-26 May. Volunteer, Douglas Cooke, who has been involved with the Salvos all his life, is calling on Logan to dig deep.

as well as Salvos stores at Browns Plains, Logan Central and Underwood and a family store at Shailer Park.

“I was collecting when I was a kid, and then became a Salvation Army officer and ran the appeal wherever I was stationed,” he said.

Volunteers are required for the 2013 Red Shield Appeal, which raised almost $17,000 in Logan last year.

“When I left the Salvation Army I became a collector and also managed the Salvo Care Line crisis counselling service, so I can see where the money goes to each year.”

In Logan, The Salvation Army has a church at Slacks Creek, which is also the base for its Communities for Children program, a community welfare centre and financial counselling service at Woodridge,

In our neighbourhood • The playground at Greenbank Recreation Reserve will be upgraded soon, while a major refurbishment of Middle Park, Boronia Heights, is due for completion this month. A shade sail has been installed at Silvertop Park, HIllcrest.

• Conifer Park, Hillcrest, will be renamed to Jimmy Phillips Park.

• Congratulations to Frances Henderson and Thelma Whisson who celebrated their 100th birthdays recently.

Councillor Laurie Smith (Division 7) said volunteers only needed to give two or three hours of their time to help collect for the appeal.

“It would be great for local community and sporting groups to get involved, but anyone can do it,” he said.

To register for the Red Shield Doorknock Appeal, visit www.salvos.org.au or phone 13 72 58.

Cr Laurie Smith p: 3412 3412 e: lauriesmith@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing Boronia Heights, Forestdale, part of Greenbank, Hillcrest, part of Munruben, part of North Maclean, part of Park Ridge and part of Park Ridge South.

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Councillor Cherie Dalley inspects the new parade ground with LCCCU treasurer Rebecca Rapkins, commanding officer Trevor Schulze, Bendigo Bank representative Scott Northfield, and cadets A Chase-Currier, A Damon and T Damon.

Welcome facelift for local roads Significant landscaping improvements have started along the centre median of Browns Plains Rd between Campden St and Coronado St, as well as along the two medians close to the Mt Lindesay Hwy. Councillor Cherie Dalley said the $200,000 improvements were designed using sustainable materials, resulting in minimal maintenance requirements.

“This main thoroughfare has been transformed and beautified,” she said.

“The use of sustainable materials considerably reduces future costs for maintaining the landscaping in this area, which is a great bonus.

“Synthetic turf has been used as part of the improvements. This means that mowers and other mechanical equipment aren’t required, not only saving money but also helping to reduce our carbon footprint. The reduction in maintenance activity will also reduce any impact on traffic flows.

“Native waterhousia trees have been planted throughout the median and will assist with offsetting heat generated from the nearby concrete surfaces. The improvements not only look lovely but they’re also environmentally friendly.”

Plans are afoot for the landscaping improvements to be continued along the stretch of Browns Plains Rd, which goes through neighbouring Division 5.

New seal of approval given to cadet group Parades and drills can now take place come rain or shine for Logan City Community Cadets Unit (LCCCU), following recent improvement works.

A new parade ground has been built at the unit’s home at Acacia Park, Browns Plains, which is also shared by the local Scout group.

carpark, which obviously had some safety issues and took up valuable car parking spaces but now we’ve got a dedicated sealed parade ground.

Commanding officer, Trevor Schulze, said the $20,000 project, which was funded through contributions from both Council and Bendigo Bank, would significantly benefit the cadets.

Councillor Cherie Dalley (Division 8) said she was a proud supporter of the unit and was delighted to be able to help improve its facility.

“The new sealed parade ground means we now have an all weather surface for the cadets to conduct parades and activities on, and of course provides a better training facility for the cadets to learn military drill,” he said. “In the past we’ve had to use the

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“Council contributed $15,000 to this project, while Logan Community Bank ® Bendigo Bank made a valuable $5,000 contribution,” she said.

For more details on LCCCU, visit www.logancadets.com.au or phone 0401 540 443.

Cr Cherie Dalley

• New swing sets were recently installed at Sutton Park, Browns Plains, and Charlton Park, Regents Park.

p: 3412 3412 e: cheriedalley@logan.qld.gov.au

• Work will start during the Easter holidays to upgrade an informal drop off and pick up zone near Regents Park State School to provide seating and shade for waiting children.

Councillor representing part of Browns Plains, Heritage Park, part of Park Ridge and Regents Park.

• A lighting and irrigation project has started at Hubner Park, Park Ridge.

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DIVISION 9

Councillor Phil Pidgeon discusses plans for eradicating the Indian myna bird in Logan with local bird breeder Ray Haupt.

Master plan sets direction for Green’s future The Logan Village Green Master Plan was formally endorsed by Logan City Council last December, providing a longterm vision for the future of Logan Village Green. The plan was created following extensive community consultation and engagement with the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said Council was strongly committed to preserving heritage values of the site.

“The first stage of the plan also supports the creation of a new village square, which will be home to existing and future heritage buildings and give a greater prominence to the museum and its importance within the community. Council has committed to completing this before Settlers’ Day in September,” he said.

“The current cenotaph will be relocated in partnership with the RSL in the second stage to be more prominent. The RSL has asked for improved accessibility and to provide for the inclusion of a memorial wall, lighting and access to power. In later stages, the plan includes the construction of an adventure playground, shade trees, picnic tables, shelters and barbecue areas for families to enjoy and outlines the development of a purpose-built stage facility with attached dressing rooms.

“Council is committed to working closely with the users of the park and the broader Logan Village community to ensure minimal disruption and positive outcomes for the community for the long-term.

“Logan Village is the heritage hub of Logan and I want it to be the centrepiece for our city’s history.”

Bird breeders set out to trap Indian myna birds A Logan bird breeders club is taking on the Indian myna bird, which is starting to destroy some of Australia’s most loved native birds.

The Queensland Bird Breeders Club was established in 2000 in Logan and has more than 100 active members.

President Ray Haupt said 100 traps would be in use in Logan by June.

“The Indian myna takes over birds’ nests, kills their babies and then lays its own eggs, which is wiping out native birds,” he said.

“It is in plague proportions across Queensland and has been eradicated from the Australian Capital Territory over the past three or four years, thanks to a concerted push down there.

“We can’t afford to lose our native birds, so we have to get rid of the mynas before we have a major catastrophe.”

In our neighbourhood • Four new seats were installed near the skate park at Village Green Park, Logan Village.

• A new pathway and bridge are being built at Crestmead Park, Crestmead.

• Footpaths are being installed at Cavillon St, Royena Ct, and Brooke St, Crestmead; Beutel St, Waterford West; Kings Way, Chambers Flat; and Thylungra Rd, Park Ridge South.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon (Division 9), who is the patron of the bird breeders club, said residents should not under-estimate the hold Indian mynas had in Logan.

“They are the canetoad of the skies,” he said.

“They are predatory and carnivorous and we need the help of everyone to get rid of them from our city as they are having a dramatic effect on native birds.

“This is the biggest eradication program in Queensland right now.”

To learn more about the Queensland Bird Breeders Club, or to assist with the Indian myna eradication, phone Ray on 3299 1940.

Cr Phil Pidgeon p: 3412 3412 e: philpidgeon@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing Chambers Flat, Crestmead, part of Jimboomba, Logan Reserve, part of Logan Village, Munruben Forest, part of North Maclean, part of Park Ridge South, part of South Maclean, part of Stockleigh and Waterford West.

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Councillor Darren Power lends a hand to the animal ambulance with driver Geoff Mead.

Stage two set to begin at popular Shailer Pioneer Park Get your skateboards and scooters at the ready, as work has started on the second stage of the impressive Shailer Pioneer Park.

The popular park, which opened last year, already provides a range of recreational facilities for the whole family, including tennis courts, a multi-purpose court as well as both playground and picnic facilities.

Councillor Darren Power said construction of an integrated skate and fitness facility would further enhance the park’s popularity.

“Shailer Pioneer Park is already hugely popular with residents but it’s about to get bigger and better with these latest additions,” he said.

“The new facility is in the style of a skate plaza, as opposed to a skate bowl, and will offer a range of equipment including a h quarter, flat rail and hipped flat bank among other elements.

“The added bonus is the equipment can also be used by BMX riders and scooter users so the entire park really is multi-purpose.

“A number of fitness stations will also be installed as part of the second phase as well as a seating area and a dry creek bed swale for stormwater drainage benefits.”

Work is expected to be complete by the end of June. Learn more about Logan’s parks at www.logan.qld.gov.au.

Animal ambulance is in safe hands with Geoff Geoff Mead has long cared about protecting local wildlife and has now taken his interest even further by volunteering to drive a newly-launched animal ambulance.

Following the recent passing of his wife, along with his own retirement from a career as an educator, 71-year-old Geoff says he was on the lookout for the next challenge - one that would help him give back to the community.

The keenly-anticipated animal ambulance vehicle, a first for the city, was recently launched thanks to a partnership between Council and RSPCA Qld, and Geoff is delighted to be behind the wheel.

“For me, it’s about giving something back to the local community and something new is always a great challenge,” he said.

Councillor Darren Power (Division 10) said Council committed $105,500 from its

In our neighbourhood • Two new double fitness stations were recently installed at Parkway Park, Daisy Hill.

• A pedestrian pathway and stairs have been replaced to provide access to Collie Park from Pointer Cr in Shailer Park.

• A new clubhouse deck has been built at Cornubia Park.

2012/2013 Budget towards its partnership with RSPCA Qld. “Council’s contribution has helped with the purchase of the dedicated ambulance, the hiring of a call centre operator, volunteer training and coordination and rescue equipment,” he said. “Most importantly, it’s great to see people like Geoff giving up their own time to help run this invaluable service.”

For further information on volunteering contact Annette Colling (RSPCA Qld) via email acolling@rspcaqld.org.au or on 3426 9986. Residents are reminded to phone 1300-ANIMAL if assistance is needed for injured wildlife.

Cr Darren Power p: 3412 3412 e: darrenpower@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing Carbrook, part of Cornubia, part of Daisy Hill and Shailer Park.

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DIVISION 11

Councillor Trevina Schwarz attends the Teviot Downs Soccer Club sign-on with players Jasmine, Lily and Nikita Noon and registrar Linda Perry.

Roadworks improve driver safety across area.

Several roadworks projects are underway or have been completed in Division 11, improving safety for local drivers.

Cusack Lane, which links the Mt Lindesay Hwy to Teviot Rd, will be resurfaced in three sections.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz said two sections at the western end of the road, totalling 1.1 km, would be strengthened and widened.

She said another 576 metre section would be resurfaced from the centre line to the road shoulder.

“These works will bring significantly noticeable improvements and I’m sure local drivers will be thrilled with the results,” she said.

“The road is heavily used each day by people travelling between Jimboomba and Flagstone. As a regular user myself, I know how frustrating it can be when it’s not in top condition.”

Meanwhile, Jones Bridge, which is located at the boundary of Logan City and the Scenic Rim at Undullah, was replaced in January in a project managed

by Scenic Rim Regional Council.

A reinforced concrete culvert is now in place where the former timber bridge used to be, Cr Schwarz said.

“This bridge replacement project means there is no longer a load limit on the bridge anymore,” she said.

She said the $100,000 project was jointly funded by both councils.

Big season on the way for Teviot Downs club New lights and a clubhouse are just some of the new features players and visitors will enjoy at Greenbank’s Lavelle Park, home to the Teviot Downs Soccer Club.

The club had 190 players for its 2012 season, and is planning for similar numbers in 2013, registrar Linda Perry said.

“We cater for under 6s right through to women’s and men’s teams,” she said.

“There is actually a waiting list for the women’s team - that’s how popular soccer is in the local area.

“We also have our younger players learning to be referees, which brings so many skills and personal traits that can translate outside of sport.”

Councillor Trevina Schwarz (Division 11) said Council had invested significant resources into the club’s Argyle Rd, Greenbank, grounds.

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“In 2012, a new clubhouse featuring toilets, a shower, referees’ change rooms, club meeting space, storeroom and canteen, was built at the park,” she said.

“We’re just also finalising a project to replace field lighting. Two existing light poles were replaced with four new towers that provide lighting at a level that meets all requirements of the soccer federation and Australian Standards.”

“Who knows what future champion will come from the club?”

Learn more about the club by visiting www.tdsc.org.au.

Cr Trevina Schwarz

• Council will begin an inspection program in the New Beith area to survey backyards for mosquito breeding sites in April 2013.

p: 3412 3412 e: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au

• Remedial works on one of the dam walls will be undertaken at Glenlogan Lakes Park, Jimboomba, due to erosion. This will ensure the safety of park users.

Councillor representing Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, part of Greenbank), part of Jimboomba, part of Kagaru, Lyons, New Beith, part of North Maclean, part of South Maclean, part of Undullah, part of Veresdale, part of Veresdale Scrub and Woodhill.

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Councillor Jennie Breene joins Max Noble at the Brigalow Country Community Club

New seating kicks a goal for club Hammel Park in Beenleigh is undergoing even more improvements, complementing a raft of upgrades undertaken at the park in recent years.

Beenleigh Junior Rugby League Club, which calls the Park home, is set to benefit from seating improvements, which started recently.

Councillor Jennie Breene said new bench seats and shelters were being installed in a project worth $21,000.

“These upgrades are something the club has been keen on for years and it’s great to help make their dreams a reality,” she said.

“They will no doubt be a welcome addition for the club’s spectators and players alike.”

This group will bring music to your ears

Cr Breene confirmed there were also plans to deliver upgraded playground facilities at Hammel Park.

It’s touted as one of Eagleby’s best kept secrets - a family club dedicated to music and friendship.

“There are plans to revamp the existing playground to create an even better park for local kids,” she said.

Brigalow Country Community Club, whose clubhouse is at Oliver Park, has been providing the local community with a hive of activity for almost 25 years, and, according to president Max Noble, its calendar of events keeps getting bigger.

“Officers are working on the designs at the moment and the plan is to utilise rubberised softfall and to install fencing to create a dedicated playground area.

“I’m looking forward to delivering this project as soon as possible.”

“The club started as some local friends with a mutual love of music,” he said.

of entertaining and helping others is our main focus.”

Councillor Jennie Breene (Division 12) said it was great to have such an active club in the local community.

“From karaoke and fancy dress parties to line dancing, comedy nights, visiting guest artists, barbecues and fundraisers - there’s always something happening at Brigalow,” she said.

“Since then it’s grown to more than 200 members who regularly meet to sing and play instruments or to simply relax and enjoy music of all styles - country, jazz, blues, rock’n’roll or even their own creations.

“What’s even better is the support the club is able to provide aged and disabled people from the area through a host of extra services.”

“The club caters to people of all ages and musical interest but an overall love

For more information about the club, visit www.brigalowcountry.net.

In our neighbourhood • Beenleigh BMX will benefit from the replacement of the floodlights at Doug Larsen Park, resulting in enhanced safety and security at the park.

• Seating will installed along the path throughout the cricket oval at Oliver Sports Centre, Eagleby.

Cr Jennie Breene p: 3412 3412 e: jenniebreene@logan.qld.gov.au Councillor representing Beenleigh, Eagleby, Edens Landing and part of Holmview.

• A shade sail has been installed over the playground at Herses Drainage Reserve, Eagleby.

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