Our City Magazine - November 2014

Volume 34 November 2014

Luxury cars make their mark

Commemorate Remembrance Day in Logan

Art a passion for Don

BUILDING OUR COMMUNITIES, BUSINESSES AND PRIDE

Logan City Council Contact Details

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 us from a mobile phone or from outside Logan City, please phone 3412 3412.

Our Logan, Our City magazine

Rochedale South

CITY OF LOGAN DIVISIONAL MAP

Managing Editor: Deanna Nott Editor: Natalie Newell News Editor: Steve Cadzow Writers: Rebecca Waters, David Shaw, Zoe Krieg, Sharon Worboys, Steve Cadzow and Lisa Grundy

Springwood

Daisy Hill

Woodridge

Div 2

Div 3

Slacks Creek

Logan Central

Shailer Park

Berrinba Forestdale

Kingston

Browns Plains

Hillcrest

Graphic Design: Natalie Matthews Div 7

Editorial Enquiries: Steve Cadzow 3412 4483 Advertising Enquiries: Ben Travaini 3412 5585

Boronia Heights

Marsden

Loganlea

Carbrook

Div 6 Crestmead

Bethania

Waterford West

Div 8

Loganholme Eagleby

Edens Landing

Park Ridge

Div 12

Waterford

Logan Reserve

Front cover image: Artist Don Waters in his studio. Read more about Don on pages 4 and 5.

Div 10

Tanah Merah

Heritage Park

Greenbank

Cornubia

Meadowbrook

Div 5

Regents Park

Holmview

Beenleigh

Park Ridge South

Mount Warren Park Buccan

Windaroo

Div 9 New Beith

Belivah

Bannockburn

North Maclean

Lyons

Logan Village

Stockleigh

Div 11

Bahrs Scrub

Chambers Flat

Munruben

Photo: Marc Grimwade 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.

Priestdale

Div 1

Underwood

Wolffdene

South Maclean

Div 4

All content accurate as of 16 October 2014.

Cedar Creek Yarrabilba

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Kagaru Tamborine Cedar Grove

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Our Logan is produced and delivered to every household in Logan City at a cost of 60 cents per household.

Entertainment, fitness and fun Do you know how easy it is for you to be entertained, stay fit and enjoy a range of spectator sports right here in our city?

Logan Metro is a world-class, fully air-conditioned indoor sports stadium, which has hosted major sporting events and international competitions such as volleyball internationals, mixed martial arts tournaments, in-line hockey championships, China vs Australia women’s basketball games and regular sporting fixtures in basketball, netball and futsal. It is estimated that more than 26,000 hours of court use has occurred since Logan Metro opened five years ago, with the venue also providing numerous community events, business expos, trade shows, and gala dinners.

Aqualogan Aquatic Centres have provided the Logan community with more than 6,800 free swimming lessons at Logan North Aquatic & Fitness Centre this year alone through two intensive five-day courses. The world-renowned “Kids Alive Do The five” program, run in conjunction with Laurie Lawrence, is an invaluable initiative to help reduce the number of child drownings, with school swimming and education programs also being provided to more than 10,000 children per year across the Logan North, Beenleigh, Bethania and Eagleby aquatic centres.

Logan Entertainment Centre is our city’s premier event and entertainment venue, welcoming 850,000 visitors and staging 2,500 events a year since opening in 2002. It is home to school graduations and eisteddfods, gala dinners and business events and performing arts and entertainment in the City of Logan. The venue has also hosted acts ranging from Elmo and The Wiggles to international ballet companies and mixed martial arts, as well as sold-out performances by comedy favourites Ross Noble and Anh Do. For more information go to www.logan.qld.gov.au

A MESSAGE From the Mayor

Gala dinner supports Logan charities In September, I once again hosted the Logan City Mayoress’ Annual Gala Dinner and Charity Fundraiser. This year’s Mystique-themed event marked the 33rd gala dinner, which raises funds for the Logan Mayoress’ Community Services Committee. It was an opportunity for some of our community’s most generous businesses and individuals to dig deep and support our local charities.

Mayor Pam Parker Phone: 3412 3412 Email: mayor@logan.qld.gov.au @MayorPam

This year, guests were treated to a sensational performance from internationally renowned illusionists, Gavin Skinner and Lydia Lim, as Soul Mystique. It was wonderful to welcome such acclaimed artists to our city, and especially to welcome Gavin home to the city where he grew up. We have such amazing talent nurtured in our city and exported to the world and it was great to have Soul Mystique join us in giving back to the community in our biggest charity fundraiser of the year.

Each year the Logan Mayoress’ Community Services Committee hosts a number of events to raise funds for Logan charities and it also receives a portion of the proceeds from the Logan Recycling Market for community allocation. Last year, more than $211,000 was raised from the various events and fundraising efforts and distributed to 36 charities. Since the committee’s formation in 1981, more than $1 million has been distributed to non-profit registered charities and welfare organisations in Logan City.

This year’s gala dinner was one of our most successful with almost $80,000 raised. Of this, our charity auction alone raised more than $40,000 from donated items including original artwork from Don Waters, who is featured in this month’s edition, two exclusive holidays, a signed Broncos jersey, and other fantastic offerings.

I wish to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the sponsors, supporters, donors and guests of these fundraisers who, through their generosity, make a tangible difference in the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged members of our community.

It is at times like these that we show how our generous and caring community spirit truly makes Logan the ‘heart’ of South-East Queensland.

In this month’s edition of Our Logan there is something of interest for everybody, including details of upcoming exhibitions at the Logan Art Gallery.

You can also read about a number of local sporting clubs that have achieved success this season.

Mayor Pam Parker City of Logan

All photos courtesy of Profile Photographics.

Top left: Mayor Pam Parker with MC for the Gala, Heather Foord Top right: Soul Mystique’s Gavin Skinner and Lydia Lim Centre: One of the many items auctioned for charity Bottom right: Mayor Pam Parker and George Parker

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Speaking a universal language: art a passion for Don Don Waters lives and breathes art.

His home is a colourful, captivating space, filled with completed works, artworks in their varying states. Drawers overflow with paintings 20 or more years old, each with their own story.

The successful and indemand artist recently featured in one of the most popular exhibitions in Logan Art Gallery’s history and, despite 4

having worked around the world, he has always felt a particular affinity with and attachment to the City of Logan.

“There is a sense of unity in Logan, there is a huge network there and a bond within the community, within the business people – it’s something you don’t find everywhere,” he said.

Don holds a weekly art lesson each Wednesday at the Beenleigh Showgrounds, is chair of

the board of Beenleigh PCYC, and regularly donates his works to Logan charity auctions. In fact, one of his paintings raised more than $16,000 at September’s Logan City Mayoress’ Annual Gala Dinner and Charity Fundraiser.

“Don is a big supporter of Logan artists, he nurtures and encourages them and is also a great sponsor of community groups through his art, raising tens of thousands of dollars for local charities through auctions of his art,” she said.

Mayor Pam Parker said Don was a huge supporter of the local community and she appreciated his talent and, more importantly, his generous heart.

For Don, working in the community is just another part of the work he loves.

“I live the life of Riley really, and I feel that it’s important to pay it forward,” he said.

Art therapy too, is a big part of what he does.

He has worked with war veterans, people with mental health issues, and children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The therapy, while close to his heart, also makes Don emotional.

“When it is children who have had a rough time, particularly, it does get to you,” he said.

“But so many people are suffering from stress these days and art is a universal way of getting it all out there, expressing yourself.

The symbolism of different experiences means you don’t need to learn a language, you can see experiences and mood through art.”

Married to Margaret, with four children and six grandchildren, Don said the support of his family was essential to the success of his work.

“As an artist, you can’t do it without the support of a partner – I am very intense, I’m obsessed with my work, so we don’t have holidays as such,” he said.

“Margaret has always supported me completely and without that support I would not be able to do what I do.”

Photos: Don Waters at his home studio.

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Remembrance Day a chance to reflect Brothers at arms in Great War When World War I broke across Europe in 1914 and rolled around the globe to a young Australia, thousands of young men and women signed up for the adventure.

Logan and its surrounds did not escape the pull of signing up, with the district providing hundreds of willing volunteers to the Australian Imperial Force.

Among them were Robert (Bob) and David Wilkie, from Cedar Grove, who joined after paying off the family farm and securing their mother’s financial independence.

The brothers were prolific letter-writers and their notes home have survived the trials of time; they are now being digitised by Council’s Local Heritage Specialist to permanently preserve and share their personal record of war.

Unfortunately, the Wilkie family did not escape the touch of death – David was killed in action in Belgium in 1917.

Such was the bond between the brothers, Bob, a stretcher bearer, volunteered to stay behind at the conclusion of the war to work on cemetery detail in the vain hope of finding David.

His personal effects – a Bible, paybook and other items – were returned to his grieving mother back home after being retrieved from his body before it was lost to the tides of war.

The Bible has survived nearly 100 years in the family’s possession and is now a treasured reminder of the brother lost – like countless others – to the Great War in Europe.

As centenary anniversaries of World War I take place until 2018, the Local Studies Library is hoping to preserve more stories and reminders of local men and women who served, and they need your help.

If you have information about life on the homefront in Logan or of a relative or loved one who served, the Local Heritage Specialist would also like to hear from you. Please phone 3412 4165 or email localstudies@logan.qld.gov.au for more information.

Photo: Lindsay Love, Robert and David’s great nephew, with David Wilkie’s Bible, retrieved from Belgium in 1917, and Bob and David in uniform.

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Remembrance Day services in Logan Greenbank RSL Sub-Branch The service at Greenbank will begin at 10.55am in the memorial gardens next to the RSL Services Club, 54 Anzac Ave, Hillcrest. Two minutes silence will be observed at 11am. A President’s Dining-In Night for members will be held on Saturday 1 November.

Logan Village RSL Sub-Branch The service will begin at 10.30am at the Village Green Memorial, Wharf St, Logan Village. The Logan Village RSL will open for refreshments from 11.15am.

Logan Diggers and Springwood Tri-Services Club The service will begin at 10.45am at Logan Diggers, 42-48 Blackwood Rd, Logan Central, with club doors open from 10am.

Beenleigh and District RSL Sub-Branch The service begins at 10.30am at the Beenleigh War Memorial, Crete St, Beenleigh (please gather from 10.20am). The RSL will open after the service for refreshments. The memorial room will be open and attended by volunteers who can describe the preserved artefacts and explain the history behind each piece.

Jimboomba RSL Sub-Branch The service begins at 10.45am at the World War I cenotaph outside Jimboomba Library, Honora St, Jimboomba with a minute’s silence at 11am.

Logan and Districts RSL Sub-Branch A public service will be held at the commemorative gardens outside Logan Art Gallery, cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave at 10.30am.

Remembrance Day is held on 11 November each year.

Photo: Allan Pettigrew.

City pride takes centre stage in Logan A new campaign aimed at encouraging locals to promote their city has been launched by Mayor Pam Parker.

An inspirational video showcasing the local faces and places that define the City of Logan was premiered in October as part of the City Pride Program.

Set to the song I am Australian performed by Logan’s own Dami Im and other prominent Australian recording artists, the video features locations from across the city, and a host of local people who generously donated their time to be involved.

Mayor Parker said the sense of community and togetherness in Logan was second to none and the campaign would help foster a positive city image for residents and visitors.

“We have more than 300,000 residents from 215 different cultural backgrounds yet we all share a sense of pride and place in this city,” she said.

“Sharing the pride we have and the reasons we love our city is an important part of celebrating our community.

In addition to the pride video, which is available online and will be used at presentations and other forums, other positive initiatives were unveiled including banners depicting photographs of ‘hidden gems’ that will be displayed throughout the city.

A Championing Change booklet, with facts about Logan, and a City of Logan coffee table photo book, featuring a collection of Photo: Ray Crooks. images taken by of local residents and visitors, have also been published.

The city pride video aims to encourage positive conversations about the City of Logan and is an initiative from the Logan: City of Choice Two-Year Action Plan and Council’s City Image Strategy.

City of Choice Leadership Team member Cath Bartolo said projects such as the city pride campaign were evidence of how the Two-Year Action

Photo: Chris Tamwoy.

Plan could and would have a positive impact across every neighbourhood in the city.

Locations featured include: Underwood Lagoon, Daisy Hill Conservation Park, Springwood Reservoir, Berrinba Wetlands, the Global Food Village at Woodridge and the Forest of Memories at Logan Village among others.

“People from Logan are very proud of the city and this campaign will reflect this and support locals by showing all that we have to offer.”

City Pride City of Program Logan Championing our City

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Photo: (Back row) Jim McClelland (Souths Logan Magpies), Greg Tupicoff (Peet - Flagstone Project Director), Mark Beaumont (Magpies Head of Development), Councillor Trevina Schwarz (Logan City Councillor), John Lilley (Inaugural President, Flagstone Phoenix Brothers Rugby League Club). (Front row) Sarah-Kaye Williams (Flagstone Phoenix under 18 girls), Mark Tookey (Magpies Development), Phil Dennis (Magpies Club Captain), Maree Dennis (Magpies’ undefeated ladies side), Josh Hannay (Magpies Head Coach/ Development, former Origin player), Majella Mackay (Flagstone Phoenix under 18)

Flagstone Phoenix on the rise Former State of Origin star Josh Hannay dropped by with players from Souths Logan Magpies to hold a clinic for rugby league players from the region, drawing a host of interested fans young and old.

Hannay said the Magpies were looking forward to working closely with Flagstone Phoenix and were already planning holiday coaching clinics for players and support for volunteer coaches.

“Flagstone Phoenix is a great little club with a big heart and a bright future. It will be great to work with them and Peet to build the game at Flagstone,” he said.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz congratulated Flagstone Phoenix on its continued growth, saying the club was emerging as an important part of Flagstone’s social fabric.

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“I’m so pleased Flagstone Phoenix has made such impressive progress in such a short time,” she said.

“Sport is vitally important to young people and the community – congratulations to Flagstone Phoenix and everyone who has made this happen.”

Smooth cruising as gravel goes

Ann St, Jimboomba (approximately 300m), Green Ridge Rd, Jimboomba, Hill St, Jimboomba (approximately 300m), Lance Rd, North Maclean, Mountain Ridge Rd, South Maclean, Pennine Dr, South Maclean and Queen St, Jimboomba (approximately 300m).

A new Gravel Roads And Shoulder Sealing (GRASS) program is set to deliver a smoother ride for parts of the City of Logan.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the $1.5 million program would see narrow sealed roads with unsealed shoulders and gravel roads upgraded.

“This is the first year Council is rolling out the GRASS program and I’m delighted a number of roads in Division 11 will be covered by this project,” she said.

“The city has approximately 800km of narrow sealed roads with gravel shoulders and 85km of unsealed roads, so there is a lot to be done.”

CR TREVINA SCHWARZ p: 3412 5511 e: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au Division 11: Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Greenbank, Jimboomba, Kagaru, Lyons, New Beith, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale, Veresdale Scrub and Woodhill. Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 11 NEWS

Flagstone’s newest community football club is continuing its rise, securing a major sponsor and consolidating its place in the Flagstone community.

GRASS Projects in Division 11 include:

It’s a sign of the times in Beenleigh A new community sign in Beenleigh can be used by community groups to promote events in the area.

A joint project between the local branches of Soroptimists, Lions, Rotary and Quota, the sign is something Christine Johnstone of Soroptimists International has pushed for a number of months.

“I think it is something that so many groups throughout this area will find useful – there is always a lot going on in Beenleigh and there are limited ways of getting messages out so this is important,” she said.

“I’m really happy it is up and I hope that people really take advantage of it.”

Logan City Council funded the sign and Councillor Jennie Breene said she was pleased to see the sign in such a central area – it is located on James St opposite Beenleigh Showgrounds.

“All the community will have access to messages about events and local happenings which will affect them,” she said.

Photo: Councillor Jennie Breene and Soroptomists International member Christine Johnstone.

If you are a member of a community group and would like to find out more about getting messages on the sign, phone Council on 3412 3412.

In the swim of things The Beenleigh Swimming Club officially launched its season in early-October, and is still welcoming new members.

Meeting each Wednesday evening, the club focuses on swimming for fitness, fun and friendship.

Councillor Jennie Breene said locals had been heading to Beenleigh Swimming Club since 1980.

“The club has had a positive impact on so many people’s lives,” she said.

“No matter what your ability, it is supportive and fun, encouraging a healthy lifestyle and a love of the water.”

For more information or membership enquiries, contact club secretary Angela Southam on sasoutham@bigpond.com or Kim on 0419 737 178.

Club president Kim Hackwood said it was rewarding to see young people blossom with experience after joining the club.

“Members’ families often tell us how much their child’s fitness levels, concentration abilities and selfconfidence improves as a result of being part of the club,” she said.

Kim said the focus of the club’s meetings was to encourage fun and friendship, and for the swimmers to keep improving their fitness and personal bests.

CR JENNIE BREENE p: 3412 3412 m: 0411 658 297 e: jenniebreene@logan.qld.gov.au Division 12: Beenleigh, Eagleby, Edens Landing and Holmview (part of).

Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 12 NEWS

The temperature is soaring and it is time to take out those togs and dive into the swimming season.

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Photo: Councillor Lisa Bradley with centenarian Dot Donald.

Stretch out to ease stress While it may be home to the rough and tumble world of Australian rules football, Springwood Australian Football Club is also becoming a zen meeting point for yoga and pilates enthusiasts.

Qualified instructors conduct classes at the Lowe Oval complex on Sports Dr six days a week and are keen to introduce the sport to others.

Known to help ease stress, these ancient forms of exercise are now being offered to locals of all ages with classes for seniors recently being added to an already busy schedule.

Councillor Lisa Bradley said the classes were great for stress relief and fitness.

“The classes cater for all abilities and ages,” she said.

Dot celebrates in style

One of our city’s true treasures celebrated an impressive milestone in Rochedale South in September.

“It is a great way to meet new people, focus the mind and increase flexibility, which reduces stress and improves both mental and physical balance.

“The classes are proving popular with the local community and I encourage people to give it a go.”

For more information, phone 3808 6633.

Doris Helen Crees Donald, known as Dot to friends and family, marked her 100th birthday with a special morning tea at the Tall Trees retirement community where she lives.

“It was an honour to be part of the birthday celebrations for this very special lady. It’s people like Dot who make our community a better place,” Councillor Lisa Bradley said.

“Dot has lived through some of Australia’s greatest challenges and triumphs and her contribution to our city and state are immeasurable.

Congratulations Dot.”

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CR LISA BRADLEY p: 3412 3412 e: lisabradley@logan.qld.gov.au Division 1: Daisy Hill (part of), Priestdale, Rochedale South, Springwood (part of) and Underwood (part of). Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 1 NEWS

Mrs Donald was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2005 for more than 50 years’ of voluntary service to the Australian Red Cross and other community organisations.

Logan's best urban designs recognised

Photo: Grandma’s Kiwi Kitchen won the Logan Urban Design Award.

Logan's most innovative urban design and planning projects have been announced, highlighting the creativity that is becoming a trademark of the city as it grows.

The Logan Urban Design Awards, announced on 8 October, recognise the best in urban planning, architecture and design across a range of environments and settings and celebrate Council's commitment to creating and encouraging more attractive, accessible and safe places throughout Logan.

Planning and Development Committee Chair, Councillor Cherie Dalley said the winners were very deserving.

"These projects will be the benchmark for the city as we grow, and indeed for other areas in Australia," she said.

"Good urban design is about pride of place and the City of Logan is fiercely proud; proud of who we are, proud of where we live and proud of our diversity and sense of community.

"I'm incredibly excited about the future face of our city if these projects are anything to go by."

Cr Dalley said quality was a priceless commodity.

"From master planned communities, parks and urban

areas to buildings and small businesses, there are plenty of examples of creativity and inspired design in Logan," she said.

The Logan Urban Design Awards were sponsored by gold sponsor, Griffith University; silver sponsors, Urbis, Naturform, CBP Lawyers and the Logan Office of Economic Development, and bronze sponsors, QUT Science and Engineering, MR Cagney, Landpartners and Project and Development Services.

LOGAN WASTE FAIR

FREE

Saturday 15 November 2014 10am–2pm at Logan Recycling Market To help celebrate National Recycling Week bring your family and friends to enjoy:

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behind the scenes tours of landfill ‘tip face’ and recycling facilities

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recycling display and giveaways

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heavy machinery display

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chance to win a worm farm worth $70

composting, worm farming and recycling workshops

BROWNS PLAINS LANDFILL 349 Browns Plains Rd, Heritage Park 11

Live Well Logan: Circus skills – hoop and juggle — 16 November Come along and learn the circus skills, styles and tricks of hoops and juggles – just one of the many Live Well Logan activities and programs available to the community for free or a low cost. The free circus skills workshops are open to all ages and abilities. Bookings are required. Phone 3352 7233 or go to www.logan.qld.gov.au/livewell 2pm-3pm and 3.30pm-4.30pm — Eagleby Community Hall, 94 - 112 Fryar Rd, Eagleby

Don’t miss it – November in the City of Logan paint & chemicalS

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PET SEMINAR

LOGAN WASTE FAIR

1 NOVEMBER

11 NOVEMBER

15 NOVEMBER

Residents can dispose of up to 10 litres of each of the following chemicals: water-based paints, solvent-based paints, pesticides, arsenicbased materials, cyanide, photographic solutions, pharmaceuticals, acids, alkalis, solvents and pool chlorine.

Motor oil and tyres are accepted at Council’s waste transfer stations during opening hours (charges may apply).

Pet owners are invited to a free seminar presented by the RSPCA Animal Training and Behaviour Centre to learn more about reasons why dogs bark, problem barking, and how to use positive solutions to reduce excessive barking. A KONG Advisor will be in attendance to present how KONG toys can assist in solving problem behaviours.

Bookings are essential.

Residents are invited to enjoy a display of heavy machinery used at the landfill, behind the scenes guided bus tours of the tip face and recycling facilities and composting, worm farming and recycling workshops.

8am-4pm, Browns Plains Landfill, 349 Browns Plains Rd, Heritage Park

7pm-9pm, Logan West Community Centre, 2 Wineglass Dr, Hillcrest

3412 3412 or www. logan.qld.gov.au/waste

3412 5397 or www. logan.qld.gov.au/ animalseminars

FREE EVENT

City of Logan Mayor’s Christmas Carols

10am-2pm, Browns Plains Landfill, 349 Browns Plains Rd, Heritage Park

Saturday 13 December starts 4pm

3412 3412 or www.logan.qld.gov.au/waste

Logan Gardens

Dami Im

SAVE ON LIGHTING 15 NOVEMBER Learn about the energy-efficient lighting recently installed at Beenleigh Events Centre and Beenleigh Library (saving $12,000 a year). Learn how to cut lighting costs at home at this free session.

10am-11am Beenleigh Library, Crete St, Beenleigh

3412 4130 or www.logan.qld. gov.au/sustainableliving

David da Vito, Liam Burrows and Santa For further information go to www.logan.qld.gov.au

Kerbside clean-up Date 10 Nov 24 Nov

Suburbs Marsden, Crestmead Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park

Exhibitions show beauty in diversity

Four thought provoking but diverse exhibitions will be on display at the Logan Art Gallery throughout November and early-December.

Traditional Maori carvings, Logan nostalgia and the struggle of refugees and migrants are among the topics explored by the artists who use varying artistic techniques.

New Arrivals by Jacques van der Merwe is a series of portraits of new immigrants and refugees and includes their personal story.

Well-known local artist Erik Berg’s The big jump is a series of oil paintings of the City of Logan area and features many recognisable settings.

This artwork has been gifted to Logan City Council’s Local Studies Collection.

Fellow local artist, Teraimana (James) Tahiata from Crestmead has created exquisite woodcarvings for his first solo exhibition – Timatanga (In the beginning/Creation). He has trained with Master Maori Carvers in New Zealand. This project has been funded through the Regional Arts Development Fund, a Queensland Government through Arts Queensland and Logan City Council partnership to support local arts and culture.

Refugee Kiny Ruharara is a young Kingston artist who arrived in Australia as a Congolese refugee. He taught himself to paint as a way of sharing his personal stories including his experiences as a young child in war-torn Congo and living in refugee camps. See his unique work in Untold stories.

Hear Laurette N James’ fabulous rhythm and blues at Music in the Gallery on Saturday 22 November 2pm to 3.30pm.

For more information, visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/artgallery

Logan Art Gallery upcoming exhibitions Showing 31 October to 6 December 2014 Jacques van der Merwe: New Arrivals Erik Berg: The big jump Teraimana Tahiata: Timatanga (in the beginning/creation) Kiny Mandela Ruharara: Untold Stories

Images (clockwise from top): Laurette N James. Teraimana Tahiata, Whare (detail), 2014, silver gum. Laurette N James, Jacques van der Merwe, Senait Asmelash, 2012, oil on canvas. Images courtesy of the artists.

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Photo: Councillor Russell Lutton celebrates Kingston State School’s rugby league success.

How did your team go in the NRL finals?

team and for them to be rewarded in this way is phenomenal,” he said.

It’s unlikely they had as magnificent a season as Kingston State School’s rugby league team.

“I know these boys will go far; not only do they have plenty of skill, as has been demonstrated, but they are fair, supportive and gracious – all the hallmarks of a true sportsman.”

The school’s rugby league players took the title of the Under-12 State Champions in an amazing final, ensuring, no doubt, that all eyes will be on that team in coming years when looking for Logan’s next rugby league superstars.

The team played in September as an opener to the North Queensland Cowboys-Manly Sea Eagles NRL game in Townsville, winning 20-12.

Councillor Russell Lutton said he was incredibly proud of the young players.

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• Five additional CCTV cameras were commissioned in Logan Central and Woodridge in September.

• The cameras provide comprehensive coverage of key areas in those suburbs.

• The new digital cameras are monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

• They are funded by Council and the Queensland Government • The cameras are fully functioning and help improve city safety.

The team won more than 20 games during the rugby league season, to the delight of a hugely supportive school community who cheered them on in person, in spirit, and of course on social media.

“This has been a huge boost for the school community and I am sure there are plenty of league players in the younger years who have been inspired by the Under-12s and their performance,” Cr Lutton said.

CR RUSSELL LUTTON p: 3412 3412 e: russelllutton@logan.qld.gov.au Division 2: Woodridge, Logan Central, Kingston and Underwood.

Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 2 NEWS

Kings of rugby league make their castle at Kingston State School

Cameras focus in

LOGAN :

Cityof Choice

a quick update

T

he Logan: City of Choice Two-Year Action Plan 2013-2015 is helping the City of Logan grow and prosper into a connected, sustainable and prosperous city.

The plan was the result of the Logan: City of Choice Summit held in February last year, when more than 1,000 people from the community, local businesses, Council and the

State and Federal governments came together in a spirit of cooperation to address key challenges facing the city.

A number of actions were rolled out soon after, with the final Two-Year Action Plan then coming together over a number of subsequent months. It was formally endorsed by Council in December 2013.

The Logan: City of Choice Leadership Team was also formed in 2013, comprising three levels of

government, subject matter experts and community representatives, who now drive and support the Action Plan, working closely with Logan City Councillors and Council staff.

It’s now time to report back to the community on what has been achieved in the first half of 2014.

The first report card Each of the 55 actions in the Action Plan lists responsible stakeholders from one or more of the three levels of government as well as community and business sectors (as appropriate).

On Friday 5 September, Council and the Federal and State governments presented reports to the Logan community outlining key achievements in the first half of 2014 toward Logan: City of Choice.

Read the reports online at www.logan.qld.gov.au/ city-of-choice

Council’s report was presented

by Mayor Pam Parker. The Hon. Glen Elmes, Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and Multicultural Affairs and Minister assisting the Premier, presented the Queensland Government document, and Member for Forde Bert van Manen presented on behalf of the Federal Government.

Leadership Team Chair, Jude Munro, thanked the Queensland Government, Logan City Council and all stakeholders for their invaluable commitment and passion for the City of Choice initiative. Ms Munro provided an overview of the initiative to date, and community members shared their experiences of being involved in specific City of Choice initiatives. For more details go to www.logan.qld. gov.au/city-of-choice On the following pages, you can see a snapshot of the key achievements captured in the reports presented on the day.

Photo (left): Park Ridge High Band played with James Morrison earlier this year to promote the Logan QMF event next year.

As part of the City of Choice event on 5 September, student musician Sebastian Bucciu (above) spoke about the experience.

“I’m proud Logan City Council is a key partner in City of Choice and that together we are all making a difference in this city we love so much.”

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Partnerships delivering groundbreaking solutions An Australian-first employment initiative attracting national attention…a ground-breaking collaborative approach to caring for our children…dynamic cultural programs connecting communities...planning for the biggest and most inclusive music festival the City of Logan has ever seen…

These are just some of the exciting achievements to date of the Logan: City of Choice Two-Year Action Plan 2013-2015.

In the first six months since its endorsement, the Action Plan has seen community services and employment sectors working together more collaboratively and delivered innovative programs that are creating stronger links across our city’s diverse communities.

Logan: City of Choice Leadership Team Chair, Jude Munro, said progress was being made in all key areas of the Two-Year Action Plan: education, employment, housing, safety, social infrastructure, communication and community involvement, cultures and transport.

“We’re creating a new way of building and strengthening communities that’s relevant for other diverse urban communities across Australia,” Ms Munro said. “These are game-changer projects, some of national significance.

“Everyone involved in City of Choice has achieved an enormous amount in a very short time and the exciting part is that it’s only just the beginning.”

Of particular significance is Logan Together, a collective impact initiative that aims to close the gap so Logan children will be as healthy and socially connected as any other group of Australian children by the time they turn eight.

Thirty-five Loganbased non-government and government organisations have already pledged support to the project.

Although still in the early stages of development, the Logan Together initiative has already been recognised as the most developed and ambitious collective impact project in Australia.

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Putting Logan on state and national agendas A key part of the Logan: City of Choice initiative has been developing meaningful partnerships with the State and Federal governments. So far this year, Leadership Team and key Council representatives, including Mayor Pam Parker, have had more than 60 meetings with State and Federal ministers and senior government executives, strengthening ties between departments and the Logan community.

In July, Leadership Team Chair Jude Munro, Logan City Council CEO Chris Rose and Council’s senior social planner met with eight top level Federal Government executives over two days in Canberra, seeking further support and partnership for Logan: City of Choice initiatives and highlighting achievements to date.

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Snapshot of achievements:January to July 2014 The following achievements include outcomes delivered by the City of Choice Leadership Team, community organisations, businesses, Australian Government, Queensland Government, Logan City Council and other key stakeholders in the Logan: City of Choice initiative between January and July 2014.

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• Long-term New Zealand residents in Australia will soon be able to access student loans through the Higher Education Loan Program, which opens up opportunities for education and employment.

• Community hubs have been set up in five primary schools across the city to support refugees and migrant families and a sixth, at Woodridge State High School, includes a youth hub.

• The Meadowbrook Knowledge Precinct structure plan has been completed.

• The Mayor’s Reading Program continues to deliver results at Woodridge North, Woodridge, and Harris Fields State Schools.

• Healthy Jarjums (healthy food choices program) has been delivered to all state primary schools in Logan.

• Mabel Park State School hosted the Logan Staffing symposium in June, to address challenges in attracting and retaining quality staff in Logan schools.

• Father Chris Riley chose Logan City for his first Youth Off the Street Program in Queensland.

• The Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Multicultural Affairs hosted a Community Connect Forum, bringing together community leaders to enhance cultural awareness across diverse cultural groups in Logan.

• $1.4m was provided by the Queensland Government to fund seven Community Learning projects, through which 452 disadvantaged learners will gain skills and qualifications up to Certificate II in community services, sport and recreation, transport and distribution, business and hospitality.

• Australian-first memorandum of understanding has been created among Job Services Australia providers, helping link job seekers with employers.

• Netherlands textile company Vadain chose Logan over Victoria for its Australian base, thanks to the above MOU. • Planning is under way for the Logan Workforce Skills Program, helping link unemployed people not registered with Job Services Australia with employers.

• The new Logan City Employment Working Group is researching available employment programs, and will promote those opportunities to Logan businesses.

• Logan City’s master planned business centres – and the opportunities they offer – have been widely promoted at state, national and international investment events. Specific focus is on SouthWest 2 Enterprise Park, Beenleigh CBD redevelopment, Logan Central, Meadowbrook and Springwood.

• Working groups have been formed with Lend Lease, Logan Country Chamber of Commerce and Bendigo Bank to discuss employment initiatives for Flagstone and Yarrabilba communities.

• The Logan Office of Economic Development initiated and coordinated the inaugural Queensland Investment Expo in June, attended by 260 delegates (60 from China) and with 20 exhibitors. It led to a memorandum of understanding signed by an investor and a Logan tourism development project valued at $550 million.

• A suitable non-government organisation has been identified to deliver the Logan Renewal Initiative by the Queensland Government (Logan City Community Housing was announced as the successful organisation in August).

• A Logan Homelessness Community Action Plan is being developed by the Department of Housing and Public Works.

• The Logan Renewal Board is continuing to coordinate the Logan Renewal Initiative.

Social infrastructure • A collective impact initiative (Logan Together) is gaining momentum, which aims to close the gap so that, by the age of eight, Logan children will be as healthy, overall, as any other group of Australian children.

• Logan PCYC has launched Recreation After Dark, providing free activities and food for young people each Saturday night, targetting those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. Council has provided funding towards this program up to December 2014.

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• Extra policing positions have been appointed in the Logan District, including Pacific Islander and Torres Strait Islander Police Liaison Officer positions.

• $1.4m has been committed in the Federal Budget to expand Logan’s Safety Camera Program network.

• The Queensland Government has committed $134,000 for the Woodridge/Logan Central CCTV network, with five cameras now installed and commissioned, plus another $250,000 to redevelop Council’s monitoring room.

Council has finalised contracts for the monitoring room expansion and the project is to be completed by 31 December 2014.

• More than 100 people from 70 community organisations in Logan attended the first Community Organisation Leadership Day in July, helping strengthen community groups.

The day included information on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

• Week of Action initiatives have been staged in partnership between Council and the Queensland Police, in which government and non-government agencies focus resources on a defined geographic area for a specific period of time. Successful events have been held in Woodridge (September 2013), Loganlea (March 2014) and Crestmead (August 2014).

• Council staff and Queensland Police Service are undertaking rolling CPTED audits of public spaces and bikeways, with works undertaken to improve community safety.

• Culture in the Park programs delivered by the Indigenous Community Police Consultative Committee.

• Council has entered into a partnership with the Queensland Music Festival (QMF) to deliver Logan’s largest music event in August 2015. The signature event for the 2015 QMF, it will be held at Logan Brothers.

• Our Aunties and Uncles Digital Stories Project was successfully launched in May, documenting stories of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders (supported through funding from the Australian Government’s Your Community Heritage Program).

• The Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Multicultural Affairs created two temporary cultural diversity officer positions to work with stakeholders in Logan.

• Banners representing the cultural diversity of local students were launched in Station Road, Woodridge, in May. Additional cultural banners have also been installed on Wembley Road.

• More than 150 people gathered for the NAIDOC Flag Raising Ceremony at the Logan Art Gallery in July.

• Council’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) project has started, with a literature review, engagement with Reconciliation Australia and the formation of an Internal Working Group.

• The Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Multicultural Affairs has provided funding for community events in Logan: • $27,000 towards six Logan events, including Waitangi Day and the Kaleidoscope and Pacific Unity festivals (through the Valuing Diversity Grants Program) • $234,808 to Council and two community organisations under the Community Action for a Multicultural Society and the Local Area Multicultural Partnerships Program to promote positive intercultural relations.

• The Logan Indigenous and Multicultural Soccer Program and an expanded Krank Youth Program (including skateboarding and circus workshops) were funded by the Queensland Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing, and delivered

by Council. More than 1,500 young people participated in Krank and another 50 in the soccer program.

Communication and community involvement • Hundreds of stunning images of Logan have been captured by the community and compiled into a coffee table book titled Hidden Gems (launched in October).

• A new city image campaign, focused on Logan’s pride, was developed (launched in October).

Both available online: www.logan.qld.gov.au.

Transport • A Queensland Government study is under way to identify land needed for a future rail passenger service for the SalisburyBeaudesert Rail Corridor.

• The Department of Transport and Main Roads is developing a 10Year Passenger Transport Network Plan and Park’n’Ride Strategy for South-East Queensland, which will take Logan’s growth and transport needs into consideration.

• Detailed Queensland Government planning has started to upgrade the Pacific Mwy between Eight Mile Plains and Springwood, as well as the corridor master plan.

• A City of Choice working group has been established to identify opportunities for communitybased transport options in Logan.

You can read full reports on what has been achieved towards the Logan: City of Choice Two year Action Plan (2013-2015) online. www.logan.qld.gov.au/ cityofchoice

We Belong brings people together A Daisy Hill resident’s ambitious plans to connect the community will help provide a brighter future for some of the world’s most disadvantaged children.

We Belong is a non-profit initiative established by Saurubh Malviya, which aims to enable homeless children in India to use existing school infrastructure after hours to learn social skills such as hygiene and food preparation, participate in team sports and improve language skills.

“It is our heartfelt goal to equip these children with a sense of belonging and at present many schools in India are not used after hours, so there is a real opportunity to put these facilities to good use,” he said.

“The sad reality is that these children miss out on the emotional and social development that we take for granted in Australia.”

Councillor Steve Swenson said We Belong was a wonderful initiative that had been developed by a local resident prepared to help others.

“Saurubh is showing tremendous generosity to others in the world.

I’d love to encourage others in our community to get behind We Belong,” he said.

For more information visit www.we-belong.org or phone 0430 015 526.

Photo above right: Councillor Steve Swenson and Saurubh Malviya want to help disadvantaged children.

Bungee fundraiser snags new toys for sick kids The Logan Hospital children’s emergency department is looking brighter after the funds raised from Councillor Steve Swenson’s bungee jump last year were used to buy toys and other furnishings.

Photo below: The Logan Hospital children’s emergency department is looking brighter.

“Thanks to the kindness of our community and my fellow councillors, our sick kids will now have something to brighten their stay when they’re in hospital,” he said.

CR STEVE SWENSON p: 3412 3412 e: steveswenson@logan.qld.gov.au Division 3: Daisy Hill (part of), Kingston (part of), Slacks Creek, Springwood (part of) and Underwood (part of).

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Saurubh is a lecturer in education at Griffith University and a qualified teacher who has worked in after school hours care for many years.

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Colourful fetes unite community

Councillor Don Petersen said fetes were a traditional, fun way to bring the community together.

“They are, and have always been, popular because they are all about coming together to celebrate our schools and our community; I’m sure everyone will get behind these events,” he said.

Windaroo Valley State High School will host its first Twilight Fete on 7 November from 3pm to 7.45pm. The fete will be the final celebration of a year of festivities to mark the school’s 20th anniversary.

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entertainment will culminate in a vibrant fireworks display.

Anniversary celebrations student leader Taylah Kelly said a feeling of excitement about the fete was building throughout the school community.

Twilight Fete: 7 November from 3pm, 240 Beaudesert-Beenleigh Rd, Bahrs Scrub Twilight Markets: 14 November, 5.30pm to 9pm, 300 Mt Warren Blvd, Mt Warren Park

“Everyone in the school community is really looking forward to it, as well as our alumni and a lot of the broader community,” she said.

Windaroo State School will hold its Twilight Markets on 14 November.

“This event started in 2011 with 30 stalls; this year we already have more than 60 stalls confirmed - an outstanding achievement,” P and C president Cellina Allard said.

“There will also be music, food, entertainment, fireworks and more.”

Photo: Windaroo State School students prepare for the Twilight Markets.

CR DON PETERSEN p: 3412 5504 e: donpetersen@logan.qld.gov.au Division 4: Bahrs Scrub, Bannockburn, Belivah, Bethania, Buccan, Cedar Creek, Holmview, Jimboomba, Logan Village, Mount Warren Park, Mundoolun, Tamborine, Waterford, Windaroo, Wolffdene and Yarrabilba.

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ete season is on us in Division 4, with two school celebrations planned for November: Windaroo Valley State High School’s Twilight Fete and Windaroo State School’s Twilight Markets.

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Brother and sister duo score with Bega Park Photo: Billy Gow’s children Jake and Chloe are excited about plans for Bega Park with Councillor Graham Able.

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Kingston brother and sister are bucking the trend of video games and television becoming more popular with youth.

Jake and Chloe Gow have taken it on themselves to not only identify an opportunity for more facilities in their local Bega Park but they also wrote to their local councillor with the suggestion of installing a half basketball court.

“There is play equipment for younger kids and a dog park, but there needed to be something different for everyone else,” Jake said.

Councillor Graham Able said it was heartening to see such enthusiasm and vision from the youth in the community.

“Rather than complaining about what’s not there, Jake and Chloe have contacted me with a great idea and

taken the initiative to provide a solution to a problem,” he said.

Cr Able said $49,000 had been set aside and planning for the basketball court had started.

“This will be a dream come true for Jake and Chloe and surrounding residents,” he said.

Pathway opens up wetlands access Works have been completed on a new 2m-wide pathway linking the existing path network in Berrinba Wetlands to the corner of Fifth Ave and Leatrice St. The new pathway includes a wheelchair ramp at the steepest point, catering for people of all abilities.

Councillor Graham Able said the works were planned following requests from members of the community.

“The community are really the ones who know what is needed to make areas like this more user-friendly and it is great we’ve delivered a new pathway to improve access to the wetlands for local residents,” he said.

CR GRAHAM ABLE p: 3412 3412 e: grahamable@logan.qld.gov.au Division 5: Berrinba (part of), Browns Plains (part of), Crestmead (part of), Kingston (part of), Loganlea, Marsden and Waterford West (part of).

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Berrinba and Marsden residents can now enjoy easier access to Berrinba Wetlands from Fifth Ave.

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Help prevent wastewater overflows

Youth Ambassadors visit Logan as part of world trip

Have you ever smelt wastewater (sewage) during wet weather and wondered why?

Large volumes of stormwater often enter the wastewater network when heavy rainfall is experienced. This can overload the network and cause wastewater, combined with stormwater, to spill out of manholes or overflow relief gullies on private property.

Stormwater can enter the wastewater network through illegal roof and property connections, poorly-maintained property drains and overflow relief gullies, unsealed manhole lids, and leaks in the pipe network due to damage and deterioration.

Wastewater overflows can be harmful not only to the environment, but also to people and animals.

Council is committed to controlling overflows by managing our wastewater network, but needs your help to prevent stormwater on your property from entering the network.

Please play your part by ensuring: • your overflow relief gully is installed correctly • roof water and garden drainage are not directed into the wastewater network through your overflow relief gully • wastewater manholes and overflow relief gullies are not covered or obstructed • any faulty or damaged drainage pipes in your yard are repaired • trees are not planted over or around wastewater pipes.

Want to know more? Search for “overflow” at www.logan.qld.gov.au and check out the fact sheets and video.

What is an overflow relief gully?

An overflow relief gully is a plumbing fitting located outside your home that is designed to release wastewater in the event of a pipe blockage or network overload so that it doesn’t enter your home.

A 128-strong group of young Taiwanese university students was given a quick-fire tour of Logan in early September.

The Taiwanese Youth Ambassador delegation touched down in Australia as part of a tour that encompassed North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and West Asia.

During their visit to the City of Logan on September 4, the group visited Logan Art Gallery, toured Griffith University’s Logan Campus, spent time at Priestdale’s Chung Tian Temple, and finished their day at Daisy Hill Koala Centre.

The day was a huge success and the young people were impressed with all Logan has to offer.

Lighting the way to savings New energy-efficient lighting systems have been installed in buildings and other public areas in recent months.

The new technology LEDs and fluorescent lamps, which may use only half the electricity of the previous fittings, will result in an estimated $28,500 in annual savings and 120 tonnes in CO2 emissions per year.

The LED fittings also boast long lifespans resulting in ongoing maintenance cost savings.

Public lighting was upgraded at the following locations: Crestmead Park, Logan Gardens, Wembley Rd between Jacaranda Rd and Kingston Rd, Baum Ct, the Red Bridge at Logan River Parklands, Mt Lindesay Hwy walkways near the Logan West Community Centre, Olivers Sport Complex, Mathews Park, Adelaide Circuit Park, Sharon Park, Bradley Park, Saratoga Park, Cec Clark Park, the Beenleigh Events Centre and the Beenleigh Library.

This project received funding from the Australian Government.

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Council’s Community Services Grants provide financial assistance to incorporated community organisations or groups to deliver programs that aim to develop or build the capacity of the community within the City of Logan.

Applications close on 14 November for programs or activities being delivered between 1 January and 30 June 2015.

For more information about the grants and to download the application form, visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/ communityservicegrants

Photo: Rebecca and Brett Frizelle have brought more luxury car brands to Logan.

Prestige vehicles bring luxury to Logan Luxury vehicle brands are making a mark in the City of Logan with James Frizelle’s Automotive Group lodging development applications for two major facilities in Slacks Creek.

Frizelle’s acquired a site at 3389–3397 Pacific Highway, Slacks Creek and is planning an Audi Centre to occupy a 6,000sqm lot and a Jaguar Land Rover dealership on a 4,560sqm site.

Site development has already started with construction of the Audi Centre Springwood expected to start in December and completion set for September 2015. A temporary showroom opened on 1 October at 3361 Pacific Hwy, Slacks Creek.

Governance, Finance and Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Councillor Luke Smith, said the

development applications reaffirmed the City of Logan’s claim as a great place to invest and do business.

“We are fast becoming a city of choice for the luxury car market with Lexus expected to commence operations here in November and the city’s BMW dealership the most successful in the state,” he said.

and further opportunities during the construction phase. We will continue to work hard to position ourselves as a preferred location for business and investment.”

“Logan is also home to Gasoline Alley Harley Davidson which specialises in new, used and custom Harley Davidson motorcycles.”

Cr Smith said job creation remained a major focus for Council.

“This new venture will create 70 jobs once operational

Sigma secures land at Logan Leading Australian pharmaceutical wholesaler Sigma Pharmaceuticals Limited has secured a prime land parcel within the SouthWest 1 Enterprise Park at Berrinba.

Having recently exercised an option over an approximately three hectare site, Sigma is currently progressing plans for the future use of the site.

Sigma CEO Mark Hooper said the company would now work to finalise the scope and design process, with the intention to start construction work in the first half of 2015.

Governance, Finance and Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Councillor Luke Smith, said the

land acquisition by Sigma demonstrated companies were attracted to the location and economic development opportunities in the area.

“Council’s business attraction strategy aims to encourage nationally operating businesses to establish in the area and Sigma’s presence will help bring employment to the local area and attract further complementary business offerings,” he said.

SouthWest 1 is a master-planned 40 hectare mixed industry and business precinct, which has attracted high quality tenants. Once fully tenanted, it is expected to create up to 2,000 new jobs in the City of Logan.

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Demons fire in league final

Waterford Rugby Club’s Under-18 outfit snared a thrilling 38-36 extra time win in its recent grand final battle against Brothers St Brendans recently.

It was a sweet victory for the Noffke Park team which lost last year’s decider by a mere two points.

Councillor Luke Smith said both teams fought hard to keep the score level at full-time with neither side prepared to succumb to their opponents.

“A penalty goal in extra time proved the difference and secured the win for Waterford,” he said.

“It came down to the wire and both teams put in a stellar effort but the best team on the day clinched victory. It was a well-deserved win and I commend all players, parents and officials involved.”

A new dawn for Australian football in Logan The rise of a new Australian Rules football club in the City of Logan has heralded an exciting opportunity for players and officials.

“In August this year, Logan City Cobras shed their old name and logo to align themselves with AFL team the Gold Coast Suns in an effort to further develop the sport here in Logan,” he said.

“The club’s alignment to the Suns will certainly broaden its appeal to players of all ages.

“It’s an exciting time for Australian football in Queensland and the South East Suns who have adopted the Gold Coast Suns’ colours and song.

“I am confident the new club will be known for its strong values and a culture of success both on and off the field.”

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Photo: Councillor Luke Smith with South East Suns representative Benny Head and Waterford Rugby League president Mick Sparey.

CR LUKE SMITH p: 3412 3412 e: lukesmith@logan.qld.gov.au Division 6: Bethania, Meadowbrook, Tanah Merah, Loganholme, part of Cornubia and part of Waterford West.

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Councillor Luke Smith said the formation of South East Suns promised to improve junior player retention and development as well as strengthen the senior sides.

Nesting boxes attract wildlife

Rare birds are becoming a more regular sight in Greenbank thanks to the recent instalation of 10 new nesting boxes in the suburb.

Councillor Laurie Smith recently provided funding for the nesting boxes to assist residents to purchase through Greenbank RSL Sub-Branch Men’s Shed.

Within a day of the nesting boxes being installed, two pale-headed Rosellas took the chance to nest. The birds, which have historically been seen often in the area, have declined in numbers in recent years.

Cr Smith said he had funded more than 100 nesting boxes in Division 7.

Teen’s equestrian dream comes true The Year 10 student recently competed in the National Equestrian Championships in Victoria.

This is remarkable for any teen, but for Tahlia, the battle has been even more hard-won.

At 11, Tahlia was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis, an autoimmune and inflammatory condition that can cause joint swelling flare-ups for weeks at a time.

Michelle Muller and Tania Van Eden, teachers who have worked with Tahlia, said the flare-ups made it difficult for her. Despite the odds, she has followed her passion to compete in a number of activities.

“Tahlia has always been very passionate about horse riding and competes at every opportunity,” Michelle said.

When Michelle and Tania contacted Council seeking support to raise funds to transport Tahlia and her horse, Cliffy, to Maryborough, Councillor Laurie Smith said he was happy to be able to help such an inspirational young woman.

from young people like Tahlia – she hasn’t let setbacks stop her or dull her passion for her sport,” he said.

“I’m delighted to have been able to support her quest and I wish her all the absolute best in the future.”

“We could all take a lesson or two

Middle Rd enhancement complete Middle Rd in Hillcrest is looking much easier on the eye after the completion of an enhancement project.

The project, designed to improve aesthetics, involved: • minor infrastructure repair works • high pressure cleaning • re-colouring of the concrete medians with a 2-pac epoxy coloured treatment, and • maintenance of the vegetation along Middle Rd.

CR LAURIE SMITH p: 3412 3412 e: lauriesmith@logan.qld.gov.au Division 7: Boronia Heights, Forestdale, Greenbank, Hillcrest, Munruben (part of), North Maclean (part of), Park Ridge (part of) and Park Ridge South (part of).

Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries.

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If you ever feel like the obstacles in your life are too tough to conquer – take a leaf from Tahlia Eichorn’s book.

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Photo: The Southern Stars Baseball senior men’s team is preparing for its 20th anniversary season.

Club of diamonds celebrates platinum anniversary Platinum can sometimes be given to mark a 20th anniversary, but for Regents Park’s Southern Stars Baseball Club, diamonds are the gift of choice.

Marking the occasion in September with a club dinner, vice president Karen Gallpen said the club offered something for everyone, regardless of age or experience.

“We started playing at Browns Plains State High School before moving to our current fields (on Regency Dr) when soccer wound up,” she said.

“We’re a nice familyfriendly club – my husband, myself and my daughters have all played.

“I got involved when my daughters decided they wanted to play – they came along with a couple of school friends. I started as a manager and now I coach.

“Everyone is welcome to come down and have a try – we generally have gloves available.”

Volunteer for Bushcare and help keep Logan green Are you interested in helping keep the city green and full of trees?

Why not volunteer for Bushcare, and play a hands-on role in repairing and maintaining our natural surrounds?

Two volunteer sites operate in and around Division 8, at Acorus Park and at Berrinba Wetlands.

Meeting on the fourth Sunday of the month at Acorus Park on Acorus Crt, and the second Sunday of the month at Wayne Goss Dr in Berrinba, these volunteer groups are always looking for more helping hands.

Logan West library Coming this November: • Author Mick Cacciola will talk about Who’s who in the zoo: a story of corruption, crooks and killers. Hear Cacciola’s experiences of policing during Fortitude Valley’s heyday of illegal gambling and prostitution. Be transported to pre and post-Fitzgerald Inquiry eras – crooked cops, corrupt politicians, standover men, informants, bank robbers, drugs and murderers. Thursday 25 November, 6.30pm.

• Saving Gorillas by Annette Henderson.

Global efforts to save gorillas from extinction are working. Passionate personal experience of Western Lowland gorillas in Africa drives local identity Annette Henderson to join the conservation effort. Friday 21 November, 10am.

“It is for kids, from T-Ball age all the way up - it is good for ball skills and hand-eye coordination,” he said.

Southern Stars has recently started its 2014/2015 season and new members are still welcome.

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Anyone interested in doing hands-on work can volunteer with registration forms available from Council’s website at www.logan.qld.gov.au and searching ‘Bushcare’, or by calling 3412 5578.

CR CHERIE DALLEY p: 3412 3412 e: cheriedalley@logan.qld.gov.au Division 8: Browns Plains, Heritage Park, Park Ridge and Regents Park.

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Club veteran and foundation member Dale Cliff said the sport was suitable for all ages.

How to keep your pets safe during storm season

Many dogs are sensitive to thunder and lightning, and Council’s Animal Management Centre is often full of scared animals after storms hit the City of Logan.

Alternatively, thunder shirts and adaptil (a calming remedy) are great products that may relieve the added stress from storm phobia.

If you know a storm is approaching or is forecast, take a proactive approach to keeping your pets safe. Try putting them in a closed room, such as the laundry, spare room, dog crate or garage.

If your pet does escape during a storm, visit the Animal Management Centre at 213 Queens Rd, Kingston, to see if it has been taken there. The centre is open 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 2pm Saturday.

Let’s be Flood Ready Logan There are a few steps you can take to prepare for the coming storm season: • Check the flood risk to your property and your area, including routes in and out of your neighbourhood:

Being ready to respond to a flood event is everyone’s responsibility.

• Visit Council’s website www.logan.qld.gov.au/ floodreadylogan • Phone Council on 3412 3412 or visit any of Council’s customer service centres • Email council@logan.qld.gov.au • Prepare an emergency plan • Prepare an emergency kit • Prepare your home • Tune in to FM101, 612AM or 94.9FM.

The message is simple. If it’s flooded, forget it.

Road closure information for Council-owned roads will be displayed on www.logan.qld.gov.au You can also visit www.131940.qld.gov.au or www.racq.com.au/travel/drive_travel/road_conditions

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Pounding the pavement in Division 9 A series of footpath projects will bring some big improvements for Division 9 residents, with more than $300,000 set to be invested in maintaining and upgrading the footpath network.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said several projects would start over the next couple of months as Council’s 2014/2015 Capital Footpath Program was implemented.

“The majority of the projects will be filling in missing links in the existing footpath network to improve connectivity and provide additional linkages for residents,” he said.

“Letters will be sent to residents affected before works start.”

Cr Pidgeon said while the projects might cause some inconvenience, the results would be well worth it.

“While we will endeavour to maintain driveway access, some disruptions are necessary and we will contact directlyaffected residents ahead of work starting” he said.

Blackspot funding improves intersection Logan City Council has received $120,000 funding through the national Black Spot Program for improvements at the intersection of Browns Plains Rd, Second Ave and Waratah Dr, Crestmead.

Council identifies locations where there is a high number of accidents of the same type and nominates a solution to reduce the type of crash occurring. Council’s application was submitted in late 2013, with works set to be completed by March 2015.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said he was pleased to see this intersection had been approved following a number of incidents.

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CR PHIL PIDGEON p: 3412 5509 e: philpidgeon@logan.qld.gov.au Division 9: Chambers Flat, Crestmead, Jimboomba, Logan Reserve, Logan Village, Munruben Forest, North Maclean, Park Ridge South, South Maclean, Stockleigh and Waterford West.

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Photo: Councillor Phil Pidgeon and resident Tom Sandmann are excited about new footpaths.

“At times the works will reduce access to the roadside verge during construction and it is likely to create noise and dust, however all reasonable efforts will be undertaken to minimise this inconvenience.”

Library a bestseller for fun and friendship More than simply a place to borrow the latest bestseller, libraries are increasingly a place for community groups to meet, start a hobby, or forge friendships.

That is certainly the case at Logan Hyperdome Library in Shailer Park.

Councillor Darren Power said the Mandew St library was the ideal facility for residents young and old to dabble in a new hobby or meet people with similar interests.

“Sewing classes, youth groups, Scrabble Club – you name it, chances are it is on offer at the library,” he said.

“The classes and groups on offer are extremely varied and just the thing for

people who perhaps have a bit of time on their hands or just want to get out and make new friends.”

One group that meets regularly at the library is Itching to Stitch. The craft group meets twice weekly and creates a range of items to donate to organisations including Logan Hospital maternity unit, Shailer Park Meals on Wheels, Family and Kids Care in Kingston.

“We donate beanies, shawls and rugs to Meals on Wheels and blankets, clothes and booties to the special needs ward at Logan Hospital, as well as soft toys,” member Jan Carmichael said.

The group recently made 200 poppies for the Logan Diggers.

Jan said friendships formed within the 13-year-old group, were as important, if not more, than the crafts themselves.

“There are about 40 people in the group and a lot of our ladies are single, so to have a place to go and have a chat and a laugh twice a week is important to them,” she said.

For information on any classes held at Logan Hyperdome Library, phone 3412 4120 or go to www. logan.qld.gov.au/libraries Photo: Councillor Darren Power drops by for a visit with Itching To Stitch.

Shailer Park’s Meals on Wheels dish up 250 meals per week between the 35 volunteers – and they are looking for some help.

The group is sending out a call to new volunteers.

“We are looking for people who want to deliver the meals,” president Danny Welsh said.

“You get out and have a chat with clients, make sure they are ok – the personal contact is as important as the meals because you may be the only person they see that day.”

Volunteers are reimbursed for petrol, fully insured, and would be required once per week or per fortnight for a couple of hours in the morning, generally from 8.45am.

Councillor Darren Power said he was full of admiration for the group.

“There is a great camaraderie, it is a fantastic bunch of people,” he said.

“It’s people like this who the community really rely on – but the group needs some new volunteers.

“There are many people here who have been volunteering for a long time and would like to take a bit of a break so we need some help with that.”

CR DARREN POWER Prospective volunteers can p: 3412 3412 call 3806 0529 for more e: darrenpower@logan.qld.gov.au information.

Division 10: Carbrook, Cornubia (part of), Daisy Hill (part of) and Shailer Park.

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Meals make life a little brighter

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Lawn mowers hit local roads for charity

The Logan City Council Ride on For Charity raced into town on 4 October, with a convoy of ride-on lawn mowers raising money for Mater Little Miracles and Logan Hospital’s new inpatient unit. The convoy stopped at Logan City Council’s administration centre in Logan Central, as well as the Logan Hyperdome, Bendigo Bank Browns Plains, Logan Hospital, Fitzy’s Waterford and the Vietnam Veterans & Veterans Motorcycle Club house at Kingston.

City Pride City of Program Logan takes centre stage

Photo above: Mayor Pam Parker at the City Pride launch with (left to right) Joshua, Elyssa, James and Amillea Davis.

Photo left: The Choir of Logan performed at the City Pride launch.

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Photo: Donna Marshall with Olympian Stephanie Rice and Laurie Lawrence.

Aqua Bootcamp will get you in shape this summer

Meet the trainer Name: Laurie Lawrence Role: Swimming coach and business partner with

Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School Experience: I have been teaching swimming for 50 years. I

started as a PE teacher and it was a natural

progression to teach swimming.

Favourite part of the job:

I just love everything about teaching swimming.

From elite athletes to babies, every age group

and ability level has different challenges and

getting through those challenges is really what

drives me.

Top three tips for serious swimmers: • It’s simple really – if you want to be a better swimmer, you need to swim more. Runners need to run. Weight lifters need to lift weights. And swimmers need to swim.

• Come up with a routine, a training schedule. Be consistent with it, stick to it.

• Use other exercises like stretching and weights to complement your swimming.

For more information on Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School, phone 3412 4645 or visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/ aqualogan

Sports development program supports locals The Logan Sports Development Program is a partnership between Logan City Council and Brisbane Lions AFC that offers funding for travel assistance and equipment to locals.

Eligible applicants can apply online for up to $300 towards travel costs for all state and national events and $700 for all international events.

Equipment grants of up to $500 for individuals and up to $3,000 for clubs are available at various times throughout the year.

If you’re looking for a new way to get into shape this summer, why not make the most of the warmer weather and try Aqua Bootcamp at the Logan North and Beenleigh Aqualogan aquatic centres?

Details of the program are coming soon so keep an eye on the Insports website www.insportslogan. com.au and ‘like’ the Insports Health & Fitness Facebook page www.facebook.com/insportsfitness for updates and more information.

Win tickets to BIG BROTHER. Our friends at Channel Nine are giving one lucky Our Logan reader the chance to win four tickets to the BIG BROTHER GRAND FINALE. The prize includes four audience tickets to the live show held at Dreamworld, The Home of Big Brother!

To enter, email marketing@logan. qld.gov.au with your full contact details including telephone number

by Monday 10 November. The winner will be selected randomly.

Don’t miss Big Brother, weeknights on Channel Nine.

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BDS City of Logan

Sp rts Awards Nominations Now Open!

If you or someone you know is a City of Logan sportsperson who deserves to be honoured in this year’s BDS City of Logan Sports Awards, submit a nomination form.

Award categories Sportsman Sportswoman Sports Team Young Sportsperson 13–18 yrs (male and female) Sports Veteran 40+ yrs Elite Athlete with a Disability Sports Administrator Sports Official Sports Coach Sports Organisation Sports Event of the Year

Nominations close 15 December 2014 To nominate or for further information: Vist: www.logan.qld.gov.au Phone: 3412 4819 Email: caitlinrow@logan.qld.gov.au