Our Logan Magazine - September 2013 by Logan City Council

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OUR CITY MAGAZINE Volume 22 September 2013

Logan Village, 150 Years strong Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let disaster spring up on you

Recyclables: where they go after your bin is collected

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Events functions at Logan Metro

4 Settlers’ Day, 150 years, Logan Village

18 Homework help the key to Joram’s success

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6 Keeping pace with road safety

11 Don’t let disaster spring up on you Front cover image: (greyscale image) Logan Village Hotel 1928 Source: Larry Storey

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MESSAGE FROM MAYOR PAM PARKER

Rediscover Logan I always refer to Logan as a city of opportunity with a community spirit second to none, and from next month, we’ll be showing our residents and community why it’s time to rediscover Logan. I am thrilled to announce that in early September, I will be launching an exciting series of publications titled Rediscover Logan. These four booklets will be overflowing with stories of Logan’s heroes and stars, our amazing volunteers, our city’s thriving businesses and glimpses of our past, present and future. The booklets will be available to schools and community groups and they will also be published online. These publications aim to empower our children and the wider community with knowledge about the amazing Logan City community. I have long believed the best way to build our city’s image is with positive stories, and what we have compiled within these publications will put into the hands and heads of our children and our community, inspirational stories that may otherwise go unrecognised. Stories of unsung heroes like Ada Banks – our International Volunteer of the Year, stars like Sonia Kruger – who has become a television icon in Australia, and sporting greats like Cameron Smith and Michael

Voss – who have led their teams to victory at the highest levels in their respective football codes. Logan City is brimming with success stories and as a community we need to start recognising these achievements and spread the word! We have so much to be proud of here in Logan City, and I hope that when people read our Rediscover Logan publications, individuals from both inside and outside of our city will start to see Logan the way I see it – a city filled with amazing people and businesses that continue to achieve the highest goals and greatest successes. It is my hope that everyone will have the opportunity to learn about the people and places that make up our great city, and that throughout Logan, people will be inspired to dream big and achieve their goals. Pam Parker Mayor of Logan City

With former Mayor Rod Golledge, at the opening of Rod Golledge Drive

Supporting community groups with a $500 donation to the new Logan Pain Support Group

Mentoring students at Marsden State High School – Reading for Success Program

Opening the Logan Youth Jobs and Careers Expo at Logan Metro

Launching the new Logan MyPolice Blog with Police Minister Jack Dempsey and Acting Chief Superintendent Noel Powers

Settlers’ Day 150 Years Logan Village

hen the Logan Village community realised 2013 would herald the town’s 150th anniversary, they knew they had to throw a celebration like no other to mark the milestone.

And what a celebration it promises to be! Local history will come to life at the town’s community hub, Logan Village Green, on Sunday 1 September as part of the Logan Village Settlers’ Day festivities.

The SS Amy and SS Louisa were early boats on the river and a ferry service also operated from Logan Village to Chambers Flat since at least 1866. However, residents continued to lobby for a bridge. A low-level bridge opened in 1897, to save construction costs, only to become a dam in times of heavy rain and flooding. Local resident Thomas Kirk was appointed bridge caretaker to keep it safe for road traffic and clear for river traffic. Sadly, the bridge did not survive the flood of 1903. It took 93 years for a new bridge to be built by the former Beaudesert Shire Council in 1996.

Logan Village Community Centre president Wendy Duke said the town’s earliest settlers were a “robust lot” because they “rallied together to get things done”.

Logan Village Museum and Local History Centre curator and genealogist Coralyn Cowin has lived in the area for 24 years, but her interest in genealogy goes back 45 years.

“The pioneering families of our area gave Logan Village an identity we can be proud of,” she said.

“I have always been interested in the colourful history of Logan Village,” she said.

“The early settlers lobbied the government of the day to build the road from Waterford, built provisional schools and the community hall with voluntary labour and donated materials, helped one another through difficult times and enjoyed neighbourly fellowship.”

“My relations used to come down here and play cricket. They would ride their horses on Saturday, stay over, play cricket on the Sunday, have lunch and ride home.”

In its earliest days, Logan Village was initially the river’s head of navigation, but soon became home to the timber, cotton and cattle industries which used the river to transport produce to Brisbane. By 1875, the town was home to two blacksmiths, a veterinary surgeon, woodturner, bricklayer, river men and farmers and dairying later became a key industry as well. Train travel came to Logan Village in 1885 in the shape of the first section of the Beaudesert branch railway line, which linked into the Brisbane-Beenleigh Line at Bethania. However, Logan Village residents only had access to limited services. Even when the line was complete in 1888, it took three and a half hours to travel from Beaudesert to Brisbane.

Coralyn has been researching and documenting the history of Logan Village school and cemetery for many years and is calling on the community to help her find 36 years worth of lost records for the “old” school. She is compiling a book listing every former student between its foundation year of 1875 and the early 1980s when the modern school opened, but unfortunately the roll records between 1943 to 1979 are missing. Coralyn says the Logan Village community is ready to celebrate its milestone anniversary. “We have a very long heritage and there are still many of the early families living nearby,” she said. “The community is just lovely. Visitors will be made very welcome to come and join us in our fun (on Settlers’ Day).”

It is interesting to note popular local landmark, Logan Village Hotel wasn’t always at its Albert St location. The first hotel was opened in 1864 at North St by William Drynan, a former cedar cutter, before being located on the corner of North and Albert streets and later to its current site when the railway station was built. Mr Drynan also had ferry leases and operated the first mail receiving office.

Image: Children playing tennis at Logan Village school 1922 Source: Larry Storey

Image: Breakup day picnic, Logan Village school c1924 Source: Larry Storey

Image: SS Louisa c1870s Source: John Oxley Library

The early industries of Logan Village Cotton growing peaked from 1868 to 1873, in response to cotton supply from America to England being halted by the American Civil War. When cotton production declined in the 1870s, mills across the region were modified to handle sugar cane or to mill timber.

Image: Logging at Logan Village c1920 Source: John Oxley Library William Storey is the driver and William Robert Jr. is sitting behind him on the log.

Timber, cotton and cattle were significant industries in the area from the 1860s to the 1890s. Goods were initially transported by foot (a 27 mile journey to Brisbane), and then by German wagon, river or rail.

Timbergetting was another key industry in the region, with an abundance of red cedar and hardwoods. By 1892, seven timbergetters were listed as working the area. By 1949, approximately half the farmers in the region were recorded as dairying, with production transported by rail to the Kingston Butter Factory.

Logan Village through the years 1826

Captain Patrick Logan explores the Logan River. He is regarded by many historians as the true founder of Brisbane

1862 A wharf and store are constructed on Anzac Ave to service the Townsvale (Veresdale) plantation 1863

William Drynan selects land at North St to build the Logan Village Hotel

1865

Logan Village township is surveyed

1866

William Drynan starts a private ferry service

1870

First post office opens

1873

Town wharf is upgraded

1885

The railway line to Logan Village opens and the railway station is built at Albert St. The hotel moves opposite the station

1897

A bridge connecting Logan Village to Chambers Flat opens

1894

Logan Village Provisional School is built (it becomes a state school in 1900)

Image: Logan Village Railway Station 1911 Source: John Oxley Library

1903

The Logan Village-Chambers Flat bridge is destroyed by flood, prompting the reintroduction of a ferry service

1905

A zip line cable is built to convey cream cans across the river flying fox-style

1905

A crocodile is shot in the Logan River near Waterford. It was found floating near the old ferry landing at Logan Village and was skinned. The skin adorned the walls of the Logan Village school for many years.

1915

Lahey Bros Sawmills build a tramway from Logan Village to Tamborine and Canungra to transport timber.

1942

American army barracks Camp Tamborine (later Camp Cable) opens south of Logan Village

1996 Regular service on the Beaudesert railway line stops. 1996

A new concrete bridge connecting Logan Village to Chambers Flat opens, 93 years after the original was destroyed.

Image: Wesleyan Church, Logan Village c1872 Source: John Oxley Library

Recyclables:

where they go after your bin is collected It takes less than half a day for the catalogues, newspaper and cardboard you put in your recycling bin to be transformed into recycled paper that can be reused in packaging, envelopes and other paper products. The recyclable material collected in the yellow-lidded bins from Logan City’s 105,000 properties is transported to recycling company Visy’s Gibson Island plant, where it is sorted and recycled into a range of products for the environment’s benefit. The Gibson Island facility was formerly a power station but now processes 144,000 tonnes of material each year that would otherwise go into landfill. That’s 34 tonnes an hour. Sadly, many of us still do not follow the guidelines of what can be placed in our recycling bins - getting it right from the start makes the processing costs cheaper for Council. When Our Logan, Our City visited the Visy plant recently, contaminants such as hoses, sheets, plastic bags, and even a television, were seen in the material meant for recycling. After the material is sorted, it is sent to other Visy plants for recycling, but the Gibson Island facility is home to a paper mill that creates recycled paper and board that you’ve probably touched as pizza boxes and packaging for everything from bananas to beer.

The paper and card goes into a pulper with a mix of 60 per cent paper and 40 per cent card with water. Giant claws can lift up to 2.5 tonnes of paper in each batch. It is then screened and cleaned for contaminants before being turned into new paper. Starch and colourants can be added to the paper for strength and colour. After being dried and made into large rolls, the paper is placed into storage, and despite the large storage space Visy has, the paper is likely to only be in storage for less than 10 days before being transported to customers around the country. Learn more about good recycling practices at www.logan. qld.gov.au/environment-water-and-waste/waste-andrecycling/recycling.

Recyclables processed at Visy Gibson Island • Paper 51% • Glass 32% • Plastic 6%

• Steel 1.5% • Aluminium .08%

Keeping pace with road safety AF

At one stage or another, every resident in Logan City is going to either get behind the wheel of a motor vehicle or be a passenger.

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For this reason, Council is committed to doing what it can to improve driver, passenger and pedestrian safety on all roads throughout the city. Council’s acclaimed SafeRoads4Logan project plays a pivotal role in achieving this goal and continues to initiate campaigns and consolidate partnerships to help spread the all-important message of road safety. The campaign aims to reduce the road toll and rate of serious accidents in Logan City by 10 per cent. Pleasingly, since the SafeRoads4Logan campaign was introduced in 2010, the rate of serious accidents, including fatalities, has dropped by four per cent. Disappointingly though, the number of overall crashes has not, further highlighting the need for the continuation of the campaign. SafeRoads4Logan is a partnership between Logan City Council, the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Police Service, Queensland Health, RACQ and now Queensland Motorways. The partnership aims to deal with road safety in a proactive manner by adopting a safe system framework encompassing safe roads or roadsides, safe vehicles and safe road users.

SAFEROADS4LOGAN One of the highlights of the SafeRoads4Logan campaign is Council’s unique and highly-acclaimed School Zone Pace Car. The pace car, dubbed Patrick Pace Car, patrols the city’s many school zones during peak times before and after school in an effort to remind motorists to adhere to the all-important 40km/h speed limit. Patrick Pace Car started his first patrol of school zones in 2011 and is a welcome sight around primary and secondary schools. Council works closely with school principals and the police to identify school areas to assign the pace car to. The 2014 schedule for the School Zone Pace Car will be released next month. Upcoming SafeRoads4Logan events include: Road Safety Expo (half day) in Beenleigh on Wednesday 30 October, and Road Safety Expo for School Leavers (Beenleigh Market Place) Thursday 31 October.

Council has helped implement a range of strategies recently in an effort to raise awareness of greater care on roads including its annual Road Safety Expo, Walk to School Day, and Fatality Free Friday. Council also helps spread the road safety message by supporting initiatives introduced by the BRAKE Driver Awareness program.

DIVISION 1 - CR LISA BRADLEY

Adventure4aCure to tackle toughest challenge yet

ochedale South resident Andrew Abrahams is taking on a feat bigger than most people even dream about – rowing across the Atlantic Ocean, solo, in a record breaking 46 days.

Andrew – team name Adventure4aCure – will row 5,000 kilometres in the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge to raise $500,000 for disadvantaged children. “I’m a dad to three healthy boys who have the opportunity to do anything, but I see other kids who don’t,” Andrew said. “What better charity to support than kids who need it?” Andrew has a proud history of raising much-needed funds for disadvantaged children having founded the Townsville to Cairns bike ride in 1999, which has gone on to raise more than $4 million for the Children’s Cancer Institute. The funds raised in the rowing challenge will be donated to the Lions Club of Rochedale Springwood and the Couee Community, a charity that supports terminally ill children, who will use every cent to purchase children’s wheelchairs and aids. The race is known as the world’s toughest race and the ultimate test in mental and physical endurance with competitors facing huge waves, storms, extreme heat, fatigue, sharks, whales and salt sores. “Knowing that every stroke counts towards helping ease the pain and suffering of so many kids, makes it all seem like such a small achievement,” Andrew said. “How they can endure something which they cannot comprehend is far beyond me. “Their challenge is generally for life; my challenge is just to row across the Atlantic Ocean to help.” Councillor Lisa Bradley said Andrew’s determination was ‘incredible’. “A challenge like this one takes a lot of personal sacrifice and commitment, especially in the days and months leading up to it,” she said. “Andrew is an inspiration. To see someone go through a challenge like this one, all in the name of charity, is very uplifting.” The Atlantic Challenge begins December 2.

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

Calling all green thumbs for community planting Local gardening enthusiasts are invited to roll up their sleeves for a community tree planting day on 31 August on John Paul Drive in Springwood. A number of garden beds will be installed either side of the 90 m footpath almost opposite 155 John Paul Drive, across Divisions 1 and 3, after Council received requests from the community to beautify the area. Councillor Lisa Bradley said a variety of species would be planted to improve the visual amenity of the area and to provide shade, particularly near the walking circuit. “This is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive contribution and to add to the aesthetics of Springwood,” she said. “It’s also a creative way to get your hands dirty, meet new people and feel a great sense of achievement at the end of the day.

Andrew Abrahams and Councillor Lisa Bradley

“If you would like to attend, please bring along your hat, sunscreen, water, enclosed shoes, long sleeved shirt and long pants. I look forward to seeing you there on the day.”

Over the past five years, five community planting days have taken place around Division 1, with more than 4,000 trees planted by the community. The planting will start at 8am on 31 August. Everyone is welcome to attend. Council will supply gloves, tools and equipment.

Division One: Daisy Hill (part of), Priestdale, Rochedale South, Springwood (part of) and Underwood (part of).

DIVISION 2 - CR RUSSELL LUTTON

Run for peace sake! T

he pursuit of peace, harmony, friendship and understanding is a universal challenge and one that a group of students and teachers from Woodridge State High School recently experienced.

Last month, the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run jogged into the Wembley Rd school as part of its international promotion of friendship and understanding.

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

Deputy Mayor and Division 2 Councillor Russell Lutton said the relay started in 1987 and had covered more than 100 nations and left an imprint on the lives of millions in that time.

Sudanese soccer tournament celebrates harmony

“This is not a fundraising relay, the focus is quite simple - to try and engender peace and goodwill throughout all nations,” he said. “The torch is handed from one person to another and the torch holder is given the opportunity to share their dreams and hopes for a peaceful future for all. “It is a simple, yet powerful process that positively unites communities throughout the world. “And Woodridge High is certainly one of the most multicultural in the city and state so I believe it was only fitting that the relay made a brief stop at the school.” The relay is expected to travel 15,000km around the globe. While in Australia it stopped at Sydney, Maryborough, Mount Isa, Katherine, Broome, Geraldton, Esperance, Geelong and Canberra. Woodridge High School principal John Norfolk said the school included a large number of refugees from throughout the world which made the relay “possibly one of the most international schools the relay had visited.” Students shared stories of their experiences with the visiting relay, including the efforts of one of their english teachers and a group of students taking part in a 50km race. “It was a wonderful experience for the teachers and students to share in the message of peace was certainly the theme of the day,” Cr Lutton said.

Hundreds of aspiring young soccer players competed in the Sudanese Sports Day at Compton Park, Woodridge, recently. The ‘World Cup’ soccer challenge, hosted by Sudanese Australian Youth Education and Sport, saw 320 young players from 11 countries compete in 16 teams. More than 500 spectators also attended the two-day event. Councillor Russell Lutton said players from Rwanda, Ghana and Iraq took part. “The sports carnival gave kids the chance to work in teams and interact with students from other cultures, all while having fun on the soccer field,” he said. “It showed how sport can bring people together from all backgrounds, countries and cultures. “The hundreds of local residents that attended got the chance to learn more about different cultures and get a taste of their traditional dress and dancing.” Cr Lutton congratulated event organiser Johnson Aleer, who came to Australia as a refugee from Kenya eight years ago, for his passion for promoting harmony and respect among Logan residents.

For further information on the Sri Chinmoy OnenessHome Peace Run, visit www. peacerun.org.

Division Two: Woodridge, Logan Central, Kingston and Underwood.

DIVISION 3 - CR STEVE SWENSON

Major masters softball tournament puts Logan on the map

housands of softballers and supporters descended on Logan’s Meakin Park last month to compete in Queensland’s major masters softball event.

More than 1,200 competitors in 88 softball teams from Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and New Zealand, and their families, visited Logan City for the three-day Softball Queensland Masters Tournament in early August. The event was coordinated by Softball Queensland and Logan City Softball Association and staged over three venues in the Meakin Park Sporting Precinct. Councillor Steve Swenson said the tournament was a boon for Logan City and was contracted to remain in the city until at least 2018.

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

“The sense of camaraderie and the good natured spirit of the competitors is a real credit to the tournament,” he said.

Mentoring day shines a beacon on Logan youth

“But it’s not only the competitors who benefit, it’s the tourism operators, local businesses and sports clubs as well.”

A Beacon Foundation mentoring day at Logan City Council has given students from Mabel Park State High School renewed confidence about life post high school.

This year’s tournament was a first for Green Tornadoes player Tammy Sleeth. “There’s a few girls playing for the first time and we’re really looking forward to it,” she said in the lead up to the big day. “We’ve all been hanging out to turn 35 so we can play.” Tammy and team mate Patricia Young have been playing softball for more than 20 years. This year was Patricia’s fifth tournament. “It’s about good friends and good fun,” Patricia said. “We try not to put too much pressure on ourselves; we just take it as a normal Sunday fixture,” Tammy added. “We’re in it for the fun.” The Green Tornadoes won bronze.

Two separate programs – Lunch with the Girls and BBQ with the Boys – are designed to link students with business representatives and help them make the leap from school to further education or employment. Councillor Steve Swenson said the programs helped students transition from school to the ‘real world’. “We don’t want kids to fall through the cracks as soon as they walk out the school gate,” he said. “The Beacon Foundation programs help put students on the right track by teaching them the skills to prepare them for work and make them more attractive to potential employees.”

Tammy Sleeth and Patricia Young from the Green Tornadoes.

Student Moana Uhatahi, 15, said the event had taught him the value of team work.

“What we learnt today was really important to us because it got us bonding together and showed us team work and how it’s good for the workforce,” he said. Josh O’Sullivan, also 15, said it helped with public speaking. “It made it easier to talk to people and put ourselves out there in the community,” he said. Following the Lunch with the Girls event, 90 per cent of students said they felt more confident about entering the workforce. Two students described the program as ‘life changing’. Division Three: Daisy Hill (part of), Kingston (part of), Slacks Creek, Springwood (part of) and Underwood (part of).

Don’t let disaster spring up on you Spring in Queensland is synonymous with many things: spring cleaning, weddings, jacarandas in bloom and footy finals. Importantly, it is also a sign bushfire season is upon us. Bushfire season in South-East Queensland typically starts just before Spring and can extend through to February. Last October, Logan City experienced first-hand the dangers of bushfire when fire took hold of sections of bushland in Greenbank. Given Logan’s leafy areas and large sections of natural bushland, both in urban and rural communities, bushfire is always a potential threat. However, there are a number of easy steps residents can take to minimise the threat these events pose to people, animals and property. It is the responsibility of every resident to prepare themselves, their family and their home from the threat of bushfire. This can be done easily by following a few simple procedures and keeping the four below key points at the forefront of their mind: • The safety of you and your family; • The resilience of your property; • The maintenance of adequate levels of insurance; and • The protection of irreplaceable valuables and important documents.

And when it comes to surviving bushfires, the more prepared you are, the better. Every household should prepare a Bushfire Survival Plan, Bushfire Survival Kit and Bushfire Relocation Kit. Suggestions on what to include can be found at www.logan.qld. gov.au and www.fire.qld.gov.au. Residents can also visit any council service centre or library for a free copy of the Council’s Disaster Management In Logan brochure which is available in 21 languages. To minimise the risk of damage to your property during bushfire season: • Prepare an emergency kit (visit Council’s website, www.logan. qld.gov.au, for suggestions) • Make a firebreak around your home (use mower, rake) and trim branches well clear of house • Clear roof and gutters of leaves, twigs, etc. • Remove all rubbish, leaf litter and native shrubs growing too close to your house • Keep grass short and green • Fit wire screens to doors, windows, and vents, and enclose all gaps, roof eaves and the area under your house • Fit hoses to reach all parts of the house and garden.

Every household should have an emergency plan and emergency kit to ensure they are prepared for any form of disaster. To develop an emergency plan: • Make sure you have adequate house and contents insurance, and know which hazards are covered • Find out how and where to turn off power, gas and water supplies • Store important documents, e.g. wills, photos, birth certificates • Agree on essential tasks with the members of the household, e.g. collecting children from school, checking on elderly neighbours • Arrange for an out-of-town friend or relative to be a single point of contact in case people are separated before or during a widespread emergency. What to include in an emergency kit: • Portable, battery-operated radio (to hear news reports) • Torch and spare batteries • Car phone charger • Fresh water in sealed containers (at least 10 litres per person for three days) • Canned food (with can opener and utensils) for three days • Any special need items for elderly or infant family members • First aid kit (with manual) • Combination pocket knife • Medications, toiletry supplies • Insurance documents, etc. • List of emergency numbers, including insurance details (pet owners should have the number of their vet) • Pet food and other animal needs • Portable stove with fuel • Money, including change for phone calls • Tent or tarpaulin • Woollen and thermal blankets • Strong plastic bags (for clothing, valuables, documents and photographs)

Visit www.fire.qld.gov.au and www. logan.qld.gov.au.

In the event of a disaster or major emergency monitor Council's website (www.logan.qld.gov.au, facebook and twitter and listen to 612 ABC Radio, River 94.9FM, and Logan 101FM.

Live in Logan: Life’s a laugh for comic Barker Comedy and theatre lovers are in for a real treat in coming weeks and months. Logan City’s premier entertainment venue, LEC, will host a wide variety of international productions with some of the shows taking to the stage in Logan City well before any other venue in South-East Queensland. There will be laughs aplenty at LEC on Tuesday 8 October when Australia’s favourite adopted comedian, Arj Barker performs for one night only. A regular on the Australian comedy circuit, the Californian native is sure to impress with his fresh observational style of comedy. Barker, now based in Melbourne, has enjoyed significant success in Australia since first appearing at the acclaimed Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2000. One of the nation’s most loved and revered actors and Gold Logie winner, John Wood will appear in award-winning Australian novelist David Williamson’s latest production, When Dad Married Fury, on Friday 6 September and Saturday 7 September. A comical twist on the Classic Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) will be centre stage at LEC on Thursday 5 September. The 90 minute laugh-a-minute production is an irreverent romp through all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays. It will be performed by an hilarious trio of actors, headed up by Damian Calllinan.

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) The Reduced Shakespeare Company Thursday 5 Sep 11 am & 7.30 pm

When Dad Married Fury Starring John Wood. Friday 6 Sept 8 pm Saturday 7 Sep 8 pm

Russian National Ballet Swan Lake: Saturday 28 Sep 7.30 pm Nutcracker: Sunday 29 Sep 2.30 pm & 7.30 pm

If the beauty of ballet is more your scene, LEC has again delivered with the Russian National Ballet Theatre scheduled to perform Swan Lake on Saturday 28 and Nutcracker on Sunday 29 September. Here at Our Logan we love seeing it “live and local” and would like to share with you this special preview of the wonderful array of quality productions on offer at our own LEC. For more information about these and other great productions, or to book tickets, visit www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au.

Purchase tickets to either The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) or When Dad Married Fury to go into the draw to win a $500 travel voucher. See www. loganentertainmentcentre. com.au for details.

Darryl’s deadly tale of Logan life W

cultures, however more work was needed to help young people engage with their cultural heritage.

A descendent of the Manbarra people (Palm Island groups) and Erub, the Eastern Torres Strait Island group, with connection to South Sea Islands, Mr Saylor first visited Woodridge to see his sister, after being born in Ingham and raised in Townsville.

“Times certainly have changed – my grandfather was a pearler and wasn’t allowed to work in a shed let alone an office,” he said.

hen Darryl Saylor first came to Logan more than 20 years ago, he knew he had found a new home.

He decided pretty quickly that he wanted to stay.

“My dad gave me the opportunity to go to school – I now work in the public sector on Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander issues.

“I used to sit with my sister on her front steps and watch the Polynesian men dancing across the street,” he said.

“We have come a long way with reconciliation, but we still have a fair bit more to do.

“It’s one of the reasons I loved Logan – there are so many cultures present, you can see such a variety of people.

“It’s great that it’s happening; that people want to take part in NAIDOC week celebrations and take reconciliation action plans seriously.

“Everyone is talking, all the different groups, all sharing their culture.” Mr Saylor has spent his professional career working on Aboriginal and Torres Straight Island public policy and education, and says there has been a big change in attitudes towards reconciliation and valuing indigenous

“Many elders are starting to talk more and make themselves available to others. “I would encourage young people to take the time to seek them out.”

Dreaming Circle helping connection to culture

The school runs a homework helpers program for indigenous students that focuses on traditional teaching, and includes yarning circles, learning languages, traditional crafts and dances. Our Logan caught up with students Denika, 9, Isaiah, 10, Gypsie, 12 and Taaliyah, 11, to learn about how traditional culture is being taught throughout the school. “We learn a lot about our culture and language, we will also get to dance for the school for NAIDOC Week,” Denika said. “During NAIDOC week we will also go out into other classes and help with cultural activities like dancing, painting boomerangs and put on a cultural show for the school,” Gypsie said.

Waterford West State School has recently been nominated for a Showcase Award for its indigenous program and for the Dreaming Circle initiative.

Danika Mundy, Uncle Gary Crosby and Tyreece McLannan-Smith

Students at Waterford West State School are getting hands-on knowledge of traditional cultures thanks to an innovative program that encourages indigenous students to learn and share with their classmates.

“In Homework Club we get help with our schoolwork but we also learn about culture, like how to paint, we also get to meet elders and spend time with them” Isaiah said. “The school teaches Yugambeh in class and about culture as well,” Taaliyah said. 13

DIVISION 4 - CR DON PETERSEN

Landcare dedication a tale of blood, sweat and lantana

fter making a ‘tree change’ nearly a decade ago, Trisha Rogers and Peter King soon discovered their slice of paradise in Cedar Creek was choked with lantana and other noxious weeds.

They have since dedicated their spare time to clearing the weeds, fixing eroded creeks and creating a haven for native wildlife. Trisha and Peter have now placed a permanent Voluntary Conservation Covenant (VCC) on their property to protect the land for generations to come, as part of Council’s Conservation Incentives Program (CIP). They said the decision to have a VCC was the next step after many years of work on the property, including progressively clearing the lantana from the front half of the block and creek. After clearing the creek, the couple discovered significant erosion problems, so they applied to Council for a grant to stabilise the creek and help contain sediment runoff into the Albert River. “The lantana clearing has been hard work – we’ve had to slash it down, dig out the root base then spray the cuttings,” Trisha said. “We expect it will take years of maintenance on the cleared sections to make sure it doesn’t come back. “It’s been a lot of hard work, but the results are fantastic. It’s great to see some native wildlife, such as echidnas, bandicoots, the glossy black cockatoo and even a few hints of koalas, returning to the block.” In 2012/2013 Trisha and Peter received an EnviroGrant to undertake a range of conservation activities including creek work and lantana clearing. Council’s CIP provides technical advice, land management grants as well as an annual incentives package comprising of trees, nestboxes and other items. Learn more at www.logan.qld.gov.au.

p: 3412 5504 e: DonPetersen@logan.qld.gov.au

Cityscape work refreshes Windaroo and Mt Warren Park Two new projects to improve landscaping along Mt Warren Boulevard and footpaths outside Windaroo Valley State High School will start later this month. Councillor Don Petersen said the works would help refresh tree plantings along Mt Warren Boulevard between Schweitzer Street and Yorkshire Crescent. “The cadagi trees will be removed to make way for new fig trees and new understory planting to help liven up the street,” he said. “Cadagis are considered environmental weeds species in South-East Queensland. Work is expected to take two weeks, weather permitting, from later this month.

Crs Schwarz and Petersen (outside) present Trisha and Peter with their conservation certificate (L-R, central)

“This work is part of a five year project to remove cadagis and replace with native species.”

Work will also start to enhance safety for students at a bus setdown at Windaroo Valley State High School. Cr Petersen said the work would also replace the fence. “The footpath will be widened to help reduce trip hazards while the entrance will be widened to allow better access,” he said. “Works are likely to occur during the September school holidays to avoid bus school times.”

Division Four: Bahrs Scrub, Bannockburn, Belivah, Bethania, Buccan, Cedar Creek, Holmview, Jimboomba, Logan Village, Mount Warren Park, Mundoolun, Tamborine, Waterford, Windaroo, Wolffdene and Yarrabilba.

DIVISION 5 - CR GRAHAM ABLE

Queen of the Kingston Butter Factory

hen the Kingston Butter Factory Community Arts Centre opened its doors 25 years ago, Cathy Windsor was there – and she isn’t going anywhere just yet.

The Kingston resident was running an arts and crafts shop at Mayes Cottage when she was asked by former Logan City Council town clerk Gary Kellar to do the same at Kingston Butter Factory. Two-and-a-half decades later it is a much-loved attraction, not only by local residents, but also buses of tourists from the Gold Coast and Queensland’s north. “People said nobody would come here and we started off with just one table,” Cathy said. “I rang all the bus companies and told them what was happening and they said ‘Cathy, as soon as you get your Devonshire teas up and running, we’ll come’. So I did. We got a few more tables and a few more members and every year since then it has become more successful.” The Butter Factory has come a long way from its days of burgundy carpet and mushroom pink walls. The latest upgrade was the installation of a lift. “The first group that came in their wheelchairs spent four hours upstairs (in the arts and crafts shop) and had the most wonderful time,” Cathy said. “Everyone that comes here thinks it just looks like an old butter factory outside, but when they step in and look around, they say ‘wow’.” Divisional Councillor Graham Able said Cathy was the queen of the Kingston Butter Factory. “It wouldn’t be in existence without her – this place is Cathy’s place,” he said. “She keeps it open, alive and well.” While it’s not without hard work, Cathy says it’s all worth it. “I’m a firm believer in if you’re doing something, you do it properly and if you’re passionate about it, it pays off,” she said.

Cathy Windsor from Kingston Butter Factory Community Arts Centre

“This place has got a great feel; I meet people from all over the world and all walks of life. I just love it. I’m happy to come to work every day and while I love doing it, and am able to do it, I will.”

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

Visit Kingston Butter Factory Arts and Crafts The biggest display of arts and crafts in Queensland. Open 10am to 4pm Seven days Milky Way, Kingston

New and improved Browns Plains Road The drive along Browns Plains Road in Marsden has been made a whole lot nicer thanks to landscaping works between First Avenue and Heidi Street. The central median strip has been revitalised with surface treatment painting, synthetic turf and canopy trees. Divisional Councillor Graham Able said a range of sustainable materials had been used to reduce the cost of future maintenance while making the area more visually appealing. “The natural colours used in the surface patterns minimise any distraction for drivers,” he said. “This landscaping project has improved the whole look of one of the busiest roads in the area.” The final stages of the works are expected to be completed by 31 August, weather permitting.

Division Five: Berrinba (part of), Browns Plains (part of), Crestmead (part of), Kingston (part of), Loganlea, Marsden and Waterford West (part of)

DIVISION 6 - CR LUKE SMITH

Tanah Merah community band together for big difference A group of Tanah Merah residents has formed an action group to drive change in its suburb. Christos and Colleen Papadopoulos, the coordinators of the North Tanah Merah Neighbours Group, said the first meeting in May was attended by almost 40 people. “We’re neighbours and we see each other all the time but we wanted an organised group to combat issues we all care about,” Colleen said.

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

“It was a matter of community cohesion. “We wanted to facilitate active inquiry and discussion which would lead to mutually beneficial outcomes for our community.” With only two meetings under their belt, neighbours have taken on specific tasks on behalf of the group including road safety for pedestrians, road resurfacing, wildlife preservation, historical research on the area and the development of a children’s playground. Councillor Luke Smith said it was encouraging to see the community come together to help drive change. “People are too often willing to complain about something, but not willing to roll their sleeves up and do something about it,” he said. “It’s great to see a group of people come together united by one cause – their community – to make the change they want to see.” Colleen said people moved to Tanah Merah because of the natural environment. “It’s a rural, quiet setting without being far from town and people who come here love that,” she said. “This is our community and we want it for us to enjoy. “It is our hope that our community will keep on responding to our work to the benefit of all of us.”

Members of the North Tanah Merah Neighbours Group, from left, Lyn and Hailey Buffett, Ken Fairbairn, Colleen and Christos Papadopoulos and Bill and Suzy Croteau.

The North Tanah Merah Neighbours Group is hoping to engage local police and the State Government, as well as continue to work closely with Logan City Council.

Federation Park to be upgraded Federation Park in Bethania will receive a $200,000 makeover. In addition to the recently upgraded car park, the dog off-leash area will now be extended and a playground, with shade sails, will be installed. Councillor Luke Smith said he had received requests to make the area larger. “The park will be improved to better cater for the people who use it,” he said. “A playground with soft fall will be installed and the area upgraded. “This is a popular space for families to enjoy – and it will be even bigger and better once the upgrades are completed. “It will be the third major park in Bethania.” The project will be completed during the coming year. The play equipment at Riverdale Park in Meadowbrook will also be assessed for upgrades. The development of additional parking at the park is under investigation. Councillor Smith takes his office into the community every three weeks. Stop by and say hello at Bethania Community Centre on 16 and 17 September and Tudor Park PCYC, Loganholme, on 18 and 19 September.

Division Six: Bethania, Meadowbrook, Tanah Merah, Loganholme, part of Cornubia and part of Waterford West.

Trade mission to deliver more benefits for Logan City

Crestmead business awarded $100 mill project

Governance, Finance and Economic Development Committee Chairman, Councillor Luke Smith, has returned from a trade mission with the State Government having visited South Korea, China, Indonesia and Singapore.

Crestmead-based business ATCO Structures and Logistics has announced it has entered into an agreement with Bechtel to design, manufacture, transport and install 357 modular units for the Chevron-operated Wheatstone Project in Western Australia.

The mission, lead by Queensland Treasurer the Honourable Tim Nicholls MP, included meetings with government and industry leaders in Seoul, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Jakarta and Singapore and focussed on areas like construction and infrastructure, tourism and education and training sectors. Cr Smith said the visit gave Council the chance to identify new trade and investment opportunities, build new relationships and explore future partnership potential within those international markets. “Having the chance to go on this trip with the Treasurer, in such a high profile delegation, helped us explore new opportunities - it opened doors for Logan City,” he said. “We got to engage with potential partners to flag export opportunities and attract investment, as well as maintain current and develop new cultural links and promote Logan as a destination of choice for international students.” Cr Smith’s visit followed a mission to China earlier in the year by Logan Mayor Pam Parker and Deputy Mayor Russell Lutton.

The contract, valued at an estimated $100 million, started with the design phase in mid-April 2013. As a result of the agreement, ATCO expects to create 137 jobs, including 42 manufacturing jobs in Perth and Brisbane and 95 jobs based onsite at Ashburton North, Western Australia. The new roles created onsite include engineering, plumbing, carpentry, electrical trades, general laboring and administrative positions. The agreement also supports 70 existing manufacturing, in-house subcontractor and support staff positions. The units supplied will be used to form a variety of office complexes and free standing modular buildings on site including training centres, IT buildings, guardhouses and medical centres. The units will be built at ATCO’s manufacturing facilities in Brisbane and Perth. This is ATCO’s fourth major contract win supporting LNG projects in Australia.

Marketing your small business Does your business need help with marketing? Are you looking to grow? Logan City Council’s Office of Economic Development offers support services to Logan Citybased small businesses through the BizConnect Centre. The BizConnect workshop series can give your small business the assistance it needs to grow your business by looking at a range of marketing and financial programs. What participants say about our courses: “I had no idea the council supported small business in such a real, tangible way. We were so impressed and it’s already made a significant impact on the way we do business now. I can’t recommend it highly enough.” Hmily Shantala, Dry Hire Online

Workshops include the following: • Media advertising • Lead generation • Customer conversion • Critical non-essentials • Referrals • Measuring marketing success • Financial control The Results? After attending the BizConnect workshop series you will be able to develop a marketing campaign including costing and an action plan.

WHEN 4 x half day workshops held every Tuesday or Thursday of each month. September, October, November

WHERE The BizConnect Centre Logan City Council, 150 Wembley Road, Logan Central

BOOKINGS Phone: 07 3412 4888 Email: BizConnectCentre@logan.qld.gov.au Web: www.loganbiz.com.au

Joram Kalenga – a Homework Help success story – at Logan Central Library

Homework Help the key to Joram’s success Meet Joram Kalenga – the poster boy of success for the Homework Help program, designed to help students to study. The 21-year-old former Woodridge State High School student credits the program for helping him go on to study a Bachelor of Science at Griffith University. He’ll soon combine that with an engineering degree – no mean feat for someone who struggled with English just five years ago. “When I came from Africa I had a low level of English, but I had a vision – I wanted to work hard and achieve goals and that pushed me,” Joram said. “I registered (for Homework Help) and they were very friendly; there was help with research and the books I had to read. “My teachers at school realised something was changing because I was working really hard and they

said, ‘you’re going to make it’, and that motivation kept pushing me. “Even now when I’m having struggles I still come and do my research here.” Joram, originally from Congo, came to Australia in 2009 having spent four years in a refugee camp. One day he hopes to return to Africa to put his knowledge and skills into practice. “I lived with many young people who have died from cholera, malaria, tuberculosis or HIV and I became emotionally attached,” Joram said “When I meet people in multicultural communities, I hear stories about people who might still be living in those conditions and that inspires me a lot to say I want to go back, I just want to make an impact. It doesn’t matter which way, but I hope it will be good.”

Librarian Cheryl Matthews said the Homework Help success stories reflected the motivation and effort the students put in. “We can see the struggles they have, coming with no English to a country that is so monolingual like Australia, and trying so hard,” she said. “The future of Logan City is a lot brighter because the people are so motivated and caring and want to succeed.”

Homework Help is held at Logan libraries from Monday to Thursday at 3.30pm during every school term.

NEWS IN BRIEF Log on for a safer Logan City The community can log on for a safer Logan City after the latest tool in the Queensland Police Service artillery, the myPolice Logan blog, was launched in July. The blog will boost interaction between Logan police and the public by giving officers an alternate way to keep the community informed in a timely manner. It features crime prevention tips and lets police officers interact with people who may not be able to attend Neighbourhood Watch meetings or drop into the police station to voice concerns. Police officers are able to share information about personal safety, keeping property secure and show comfit images or stills from CCTV to a wider audience.” The myPolice Logan joined a number of blogs released around the state including Bundaberg, South Brisbane, Dutton Park and the Gold Coast. To access myPolice Logan visit mypolice.qld.gov.au/logan.

Simple kitchen tips for big business savings Food businesses looking to cut operational costs have a new set of tools at their disposal following the launch of a new voluntary program by Logan City Council. Aimed at providing assistance in improving energy efficiency, food businesses can learn about ways to drive savings in the kitchen through a range of methods, from the simple through to the major. The free program, which includes a workshop, booklet and in-kitchen support tools, not only helps businesses cut costs but also helps the environment and supports compliance with food safety requirements under the Food Act 2006. The program includes information about ensuring air conditioners and refrigeration equipment are properly serviced and working efficiently, turning equipment off when not in use, and using natural ventilation when appropriate - all small things that can result in significant cost reductions. Even changing light bulbs to more efficient models, installing tap aerators and regularly changing tap washer fittings can have a big impact.

New app to help Logan ‘Career Hunters’ Job seekers of all ages now have employment information at their fingertips anywhere, anytime, thanks to a new app developed by The Smith Family. The Career Hunter app, which was launched at Mabel Park State High School in July, collates information on different industries and occupations including job descriptions, training requirements, training locations and available jobs. Logan Mayor Pam Parker presented three iPads to The Smith Family on behalf of Logan City Council, which will be used to give more people the opportunity to benefit from the information on the app. The Smith Family will work with local schools to take the app on the iPads to Year 10 students, teachers and parents in high schools across Logan. The app includes: • industry profiles (size, market, job growth, gender profile, average age and average income) • top jobs and skills shortages in each industry

The package also includes a series of innovative fridge magnet checklists to help operators and staff keep track of new initiatives and their progress.

• job descriptions

Every registered food business in Logan City will receive a copy of the booklet.

• current job vacancies.

• training requirements and organisations that provide the training with GPS locations

Keep your eyes peeled for koalas this October Logan City residents are encouraged to keep an eye out for koalas during an annual community koala survey next month. Residents will be asked to send in details of any koalas they come across in the bush, either in urban locations or rural areas over the weekend of 19-20 October. The survey aims to raise awareness of the region’s most iconic residents and the importance of maintaining koala habitat corridors across the city.

During the sighting period, residents are asked to document the locations and times of sightings and then report them to Council by phone or through Council’s website. Residents are urged to report as much information as they can including: size, location, health, behaviour, sex and species of tree. Photographs are also useful. In its third year, the survey builds a snapshot of koala distribution across the city to in an effort to understand movement patterns

and try to help manage urban growth across the city. Redland City Council, Moreton Bay Regional Council and the Koala Action Group will also conduct surveys on the same day to build regional information on koala movements between cities. Koala sightings can be reported to Council either on 3412 3412 or at logan.qld.gov.au/ wildlifesightings.

DIVISION 7 - CR LAURIE SMITH

Do you know a local hero?

o you know a person or a group of people in Division 7 that make an extraordinary contribution to our community? We are looking for quiet achievers – volunteers, sportspeople competing above their experience or training, volunteers who have given continually, or someone making a difference. Nominations can be sent to media@logan.qld.gov.au and will be featured on the Division 7 page in the coming months.

Social sport leads to national representative side

hat started as a social sport has turned into an international representative career for one Hillcrest schoolgirl.

This September, instead of spending the school holidays with friends and family, Samantha Formby, 16, will be representing Australia at international touch football trials in Fiji. Samantha told Our Logan she took up the sport at the suggestion of a friend who also played. “I started playing about two years ago at school as a social sport,” she said. “I was into running, but a friend of mine got me interested in playing touch football. “From there I was picked for some regional sides in both under 20s and under 17s, but chose to play in the under 17 teams. “Then I was selected as captain of the Queensland mixed team to play against New South Wales, and made the national competition at those trials.

Samantha Formby, 16, Hillcrest, preparing for international competition in September.

“I’m very excited about representing Australia. It will be my first trip to Fiji.

“I’m very nervous, but I think the team will do well.” Samantha attends St John’s Anglican College in Forest Lake, and has received assistance from Council’s Community Benefit Fund to travel to the international trials.

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

Find a fitter you on fitness trail A fitness trail helping residents get active this summer is nearly complete, with facilities at Sweetgum Park and Tovey Park coming on line in recent weeks. Councillor Laurie Smith said the trail, which ran both directions from Tovey Park in Boronia Heights through Middle Park to Sweetgum, would provide a unique experience. “The trail features sets of complementary equipment at each park, along with cardio and interval training, all linked by footpaths,” he said. “Two of the three links have been completed, with three double stations focusing on leg presses, pull downs and push ups, along side a 20-metre beep test track at Sweetgum Park. “Further equipment has been installed at Tovey Park, with Middle Park due for completion very soon. “Equipment has been installed on rubberised surfaces and with sun safety in mind. “A number of garden beds have also been planted to help maintain the park’s leafy appearance. “The trail is expected to be complete by mid-September, just in time for warmer weather. “This will be a unique and distinctly local way to get out and about, enjoy our surrounds and get active.”

Division Seven: Boronia Heights, Forestdale, Greenbank, Hillcrest, Munruben (part of), North Maclean (part of), Park Ridge (part of) and Park Ridge South (part of).

DIVISION 8 - CR CHERIE DALLEY

Support available for new mums and bubs A

dditional support is now available for breastfeeding mothers thanks to the efforts of the Logan West Branch of the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

The group has received a Gaming Community Benefit Fund grant to buy two new hospital grade breast pumps to hire out to mums with newborn babies in need of additional support, Logan West Branch Treasurer and breastfeeding counsellor Erica Parker said the pumps had already proven useful and popular, with both new units already coming to to aid of new mothers. “Both our units were hired within days of them arriving, they have been very well received,” she said. “You don’t need to be a member of the association to hire one – they are a community resource and can be hired by anyone. “We have three counsellors available to help new mums with breastfeeding and with settling into their new lives with a newborn baby. “We’ve found a lot of mothers can feel unsupported at home, so we don’t just offer breastfeeding support, we offer groups for mums with children of all ages to meet, share experiences and help each other out. “All our meetings include at least one qualified breastfeeding counsellor, who is available for private discussions after the group has met.” New mum Kimberley Craig said the association provided invaluable support through the breast pump hire scheme, helping mums unfamiliar with operating a pump familiarise themselves and offering pointers. “We tried hiring one privately, we weren’t offered any support in using the pumps; we were just given the pump and went home,” she said.

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

Waller-Green Rd intersection upgraded The intersection at Waller Road and Green Road in Heritage Park is being updated through a $165,000 works program to improve safety as well as address roadside drainage issues. Councillor Cherie Dalley said works included minor road widening, new line markings and the installation of a concrete median strip on the eastern approach along Green Rd.

“It’s also significantly cheaper than privately hiring a similar device.”

“Cars turning out of Waller Rd to head east on Green Rd will have added protection from oncoming traffic through the installation of a concrete median strip and widened roads,” she said.

The Logan West branch of the Australian Breastfeeding Association meets every first and third Tuesday of the month, at 10am in the Logan West Library, 69 Grand Plaza Drive, Browns Plains. All mothers are welcome to attend.

“Linemarkings at the intersection will also be redone to ensure they are visible.

“We’ve since hired one of the new pumps through the association – they have been wonderful in offering us support, tips and getting us familiar with how to use the equipment properly.

(L-R): Jenni Rudd and Izac, Yvonne Campbell, Kimberly Craig and Eric, and Erica Parker and Zach enjoy a chat.

“Sections of road will be repaved, and a guardrail will be installed on the roadside along the eastern approaches of Green Rd. “Further, sections of piping will be installed to help improve drainage at the site.” Work is scheduled for completion in late August, weather permitting.

Division Eight: Browns Plains, Heritage Park, Park Ridge and Regents Park.

DIVISION 9 - CR PHIL PIDGEON

Logan local dominates the V8 Supercars track M

unruben Forest racer Chaz Mostert has taken out his first V8 Supercars Championship win having placed first in his race at the Ipswich 360 in July.

The Dick Johnson Racing (DJR) team rookie led the race from the first lap, despite some tough competition. “It is an unbelievable feeling to get the win,” he said after the race. “I’ll pinch myself in the morning to make sure it wasn’t all a dream!” It was a great drive for Chaz, 21, after putting pressure on early to ensure a gap then managing his tyres to record a stunning victory. “I didn’t think I could keep the lead on the first lap,” he said. Councillor Phil Pidgeon said the win would inspire the many Logan City residents who were into all types of motorsport racing. “It’s inspiring to see one of our own having success on the national stage,” he said. “And I’m very proud that he’s a man from Munruben. “It’s good to see a local enjoying success at their chosen sport.” Chaz thanked his sponsors and, of course, his parents, as well as DJR for ‘giving me a rocket ship’. “I can’t thank all the people who have helped me,” he said. “It has been a hard road to get here but this is what you dream of when you are racing karts. I am speechless.”

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

Illegal trail bikers stopped in their tracks at Crestmead parks Upgrades at Crestmead’s Carinya and Cavillon parks to stop trail bikers illegally using the areas have started. Councillor Phil Pidgeon said residents were frustrated with trail bikers continually riding through the parks. “Council invested money to help establish the Wyaralong Trail Bike Facility to encourage bikers to use that area instead,” he said. “It’s disappointing people keep flouting the law, but the measures we are putting in place will help put a halt to that.”

Munruben’s Chaz Mostert celebrates his first win at the V8 Supercars Championship.

It is illegal to ride a trail bike on park or bushland in Logan. Fines are up to $5500.

“Park Rangers will continue to conduct regular trail bike patrols in the area and any illegal rider caught will face fines or legal action,” Cr Pidgeon said. “Their actions are not only dangerous for families using the park, it’s dangerous for the rider, and it damages the environment.”

Meet your Mayor and Local Councillor Join Cr Pidgeon and Mayor Pam Parker at Kensington Fair Bakery, 1, 5-11 Julie Street Crestmead, from 10am to noon on Thursday 19 September for a community chat. Division 9: Chambers Flat, Crestmead, Jimboomba, Logan Reserve, Logan Village, Munruben Forest, North Maclean, Park Ridge South, South Maclean, Stockleigh and Waterford West.

Litter bugs put on notice Litter bugs and illegal dumpers in Logan City beware – you’re being caught on camera.

“This is a warning for litter bugs – someone is watching and you will get caught.”

Four surveillance cameras are now in use in different locations across the city to record evidence of illegal dumping and littering.

The cameras were provided by the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection’s Illegal Dumping Surveillance Camera Grant Program.

Acting Animals and City Standards Committee Chair Councillor Laurie Smith (Division 7) said the cameras, some specifically designed to target vehicle licence plates, would be put in undisclosed locations on a rotational basis to help identify offenders. “These cameras will be a deterrent, as well as a crucial tool for catching offenders in the act and giving us valuable evidence that could lead to prosecution,” he said. “It is a big boost in our ability to investigate and eliminate littering and illegal dumping in hot spot areas around Logan.

Koala favoured in Commonwealth Games mascot race They are one of Australia’s most iconic and well-loved animals. When foreigners and international guests think of Australia, two marsupials regularly spring to mind - the koala and the kangaroo. So Logan Mayor Pam Parker believes it is only fitting that the koala be selected as the mascot for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.

this all-important tourism market.” Cr Parker even has a possible name in mind if the koala is selected as the mascot. “Here is Logan City we have our own ‘koala’ that attends significant Council and city events. We have named him Logie Bear and he is a popular guest at many events,” she said. “I think the name might just catch on.”

While the battle lines appear drawn between the koala and the bilby, Councillor Parker believes the choice is clear. “What animal not only captures the imagination more and markets not only Australia, but in particular the South-East Queensland more than the koala?” she said. “Logan City, Redlands and the Gold Coast all play an integral role in the all-important Koala Corridor and all three councils have done significant work towards the conservation of this iconic animal. “Here in Logan City you can even get up close to the koala at the Daisy Hill Koala Centre. “But not only is the koala a clear choice for the synergies it has with the Gold Coast and the surrounding areas, including Logan City, but it would also be a massive tourism drawcard. “The fascination international tourists have with our koala is no secret - having the koala as the Commonwealth Games mascot would only enhance the appeal of the Games to 23

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2013/2014 SCHOOL HOLIDAY

SPORTS

For 13 - 17 year olds

RAM SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROG ACTIVITIES

PROGRAM

for children aged 6 - 12 years Looking for plenty of fun, excitement and sports action during the school holidays? Register for the McDonald’s School Holiday Sports Program. Sports featured in previous programs include basketball, futsal, netball, golf, indoor rock-climbing (Cornubia only), indoor hockey, AFL, soccer, touch, martial arts, team building games. Next programs running at: Beenleigh, Browns Plains, Marsden and Springwood State High Schools Date: 23 - 27 September 2013 9am - 3pm Cost: $60 p/week including lunch Cornubia Park Sports Centre Date: 30 September - 4 October 9am - 3pm Cost: $90 p/week including lunch Please phone 3412 4250 for further details or visit www.insportslogan.com.au

FREE AND LOW COST

Are you looking for FUN and affordable ACTIVITIES to do in the school holidays? KRANK is a low cost school holiday program for Logan residents aged 13 - 17 years. Previous youth activities as part of KRANK include: • Rock climbing • Go Karting

• Laser Skirmish • Dance Activities

• Arts and Crafts • BMX Coaching

The KRANK School Holiday Program will commence 23 September to 4 October 2013. Bookings open on 16 September 2013. For more information, please contact 3412 3412 or visit www.logan.qld.gov.au

an initiative of

Bookings essential. Free events. Phone your nearest library for information.

For primary school children: Built for Speed Go Go Lego! Build, play and learn the mechanics of transport using Lego. Logan North

Logan West Mon 23 Sep

Mon 23 Sep

10 am

1 pm

4 pm

Jimboomba Logan Village

Greenbank

Tue 24 Sep

11 am

1.30 pm

4 pm

Hyperdome

Logan Central

Marsden

Fri 27 Sep

11 am

1.30 pm

3.30 pm

Marsden Wed 25 Sep

11 am

Marsden Mon 30 Sep

3 pm

Forces and Motion: Move it! Squishy Circuits! Learn all about the new craze Squishy Circuits! Watch an assortment of small devices light up in these fun-filled workshops.

Balloon Modelling Workshop Learn how to make animals, swords, hats and flowers out of balloons. Ideal for children aged 8 years and over.

Tech for Kids: iSnap Happy A hands-on iPad workshop for parents and their children aged 5-12 years. Discover fun apps that help children learn while they play.

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For families:

Beenleigh

Mon 23 Sep

Enjoy a show and discover the science of making things move! Stay and play with science toys to learn more. The whole family is welcome.

Logan North

Beenleigh

Logan West

Jimboomba

Mon 30 Sep

Tue 1 Oct

11 am

2.30 pm

11 am

2.30 pm

Logan Central

Marsden

Hyperdome

Wed 2 Oct

Thu 3 Oct

11 am

2.30 pm

1 pm

DIVISION 10 - CR DARREN POWER

Ginger Gully spices up city’s mountain bike trails Logan’s bush beauty is one of the city’s most well known assets, and is becoming more sustainably accessible thanks to a new mountain bike trail built in partnership between Council and the trail riding community. Named after the native varieties that line a nearby creek, the Ginger Gully Trail in Cornubia Forest Park is the latest addition to Logan City’s ever-growing network of mountain bike trails. The trail was built to strike a balance between conserving the natural beauty of the forest, aid conservation activity by allowing appropriate access and served as a way of ensuring trail riders were encouraged to use purpose-built tracks built in sympathy with the surrounding bush. South-East Queensland Trailcare Alliance Co-ordinator Andrew Wilson said Logan Community Trailcare Alliance volunteers, including supervisors and local residents Dave Hoswell and Chris Semple, worked hard to ensure track suitability for riders. “One of the main aims of the project was to modify the 80m drop at the start of the track to make sure it was safe for riders - that has been done,” he said. “Without doubt Logan has one of the best trailcare programs around and this track is further evidence of that. Riders could really make a day of it by coming to Logan and experiencing all the bike tracks on offer.” Councillor Darren Power said the trails were prepared in harmony with the surrounding environment, so conservation values in the area were balanced against interest in creating popular and accessible trails. “The bike trails in Daisy Hill Forest and Cornubia Forest Park are considered the best in Queensland with riders coming from as far as Gladstone and northern New South Wales to test their skills and enjoy what we have on offer here in Logan,” he said.

Investigations begin for new Cornubia park Funding has been allocated to begin investigations into a new district park in Cornubia, following the opening of Shailer Pioneer Park. Councillor Darren Power said the proposed park concept plan would complement new facilities at Shailer Pioneer Park and provide a different experience to existing parks in the community. “There is a real need for a flagship park in Cornubia – there are a few local parks that provide great facilities, but no real central place for families to stretch out and relax,” he said. “The investigation will look at including picnic facilities, an adventure playground, walking paths, tennis court and parking facilities.

‘’So for us, it is a balancing act. Riders have been using these tracks for years and their popularity is increasing. All work done here is in sync with the environment; it also assists with our bushfire management.”

“Active recreation spaces suitable for BMX and scooter riders are being considered, as well as the possibility of including trails for mountain bike riders.

Fifty volunteers have worked since the start of the year on creating this trail, putting in 662 volunteer hours, creating 550m track, and moving 50 tonne of rocks to ensure the track was stable for users and sensitive to the environment. SEQTA estimates 1,200 riders used the tracks in Daisy Hill and Cornubia Forest Park every weekend.

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

“The project is expected to produce a report to guide planning by December this year, however any work won’t begin until the Roselea Park redevelopment has been completed in 2014.”

Cr Darren Power, with Andrew Wilson from SEQTA, check out the newly completed trail

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

DIVISION 11 - CR TREVINA SCHWARZ

Flagstone Phoenix on target for 2014 rise Flagstone’s newest community sports club is on track to kick off in 2014 and aims to give Flagstone kids a sport to help stay occupied and active. Currently seeking expressions of interest from the community, the club is busily working through a checklist from Queensland Rugby League and will soon hold a public vote on jersey designs submitted by local kids. President John Lilley said the club aimed to be a community organisation that focused on putting kids playing sport first and was driven by the Flagstone community. “Our club administration is nearly complete and we’re just putting the final touches on all our paperwork to set up the club,” he said. “We will be holding some fundraising stalls soon and over summer to help raise money to help keep playing fees down. “The club will play out of Flagstone Community College and Flagstone Primary Schools, and both principals have been a great help in helping with access. “We’ve also had a big hand from Souths Logan and the Ipswich Jets, which has been fantastic. “A number of former students and residents have also contacted the club to offer support. “We’re about having a local club where kids can play sport, make some memories and get active.” Residents interested in joining or helping can search Flagstone Phoenix JRLFC Inc on Facebook. Caption: (L-R) Bailey Fleming and Brodie Hyland, with organising committee members and a new club banner.

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

Equestrian Drive set for a rumble in the jungle Drivers along Equestrian Drive are soon in for their very own ‘rumble in the jungle’ during a trial installation of special traffic devices. Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the strips - that send low audible and tactile signals to the driver through car wheels - would be created with a special red colouring to aid visibility and would target speeding drivers. “Council traffic studies have indicated a high number of drivers far exceeding the 60 km/h speed limit in the area,” she said. “Some drivers have been estimated to be travelling more than 20 kilometres per hour above the 60 km/h limit. “During the first stage of the trial, one uphill and one downhill section will be installed, with traffic counts to determine any impact on traffic along Equestrian Drive. “A second uphill and downhill stage has been planned if required. “The rumble strips will be a reminder that drivers are in a residential area and need to keep their speed down. “They will be progressively installed over the coming months, with some minor impact on traffic expected during installation.” The project is valued at $10,000.

Division Eleven: Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Greenbank, Jimboomba, Kagaru, Lyons, New Beith, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale, Veresdale Scrub and Woodhill.

DIVISION 12 - CR JENNIE BREENE

Beenleigh SHS students’ first-class reaction A group of Beenleigh State High students is proving they aren’t blinded by science by earning a berth in the state titration finals. Two teams from the Alamein St school advanced to the state final, with a third team placing fifth in recent regional competition. More than 20 teams from private and state schools throughout South-East Queensland contested the coveted championships. Titration involves neutralising an acidic solution by adding very small and precise amounts of a base reactant, to determine the concentration of the original acid solution. Students from the first-placed team, Madelline Vicary, Scott Murray and Roy Fletcher, said their success came down to practice, teamwork and well-developed fine motor skills. “Concentration and knowing calculations, as well as good fine motor skills to get precise measurements is important,” Madelline said. “Making sure you’re watching it at all times is important, a solid titration took us an hour and a half,” Scott said. Teacher Jan Robbins said the team had been putting in a lot of time practising their titration skills in the lead up to competition. “They have been practising at least twice a week for over six weeks in the lead-up to competition, in their lunchtimes, doing complete titrations,” she said. “I think it develops an interest in chemistry, and in the senior sciences, as well as teamwork – they need to work together to get results.” Students from Beenleigh State High School have previously finished second at national titration competitions. The finals for the 2013 competition will be held at the University of Queensland in October. Students Peter Comfort, Cecelia Liu and Madelline Vicary have worked hard on their titration skills

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

Mobile office have your say I will be holding a round of mobile offices in September for residents to come and have a chat. It’s important you make sure your views are heard. Council makes decisions every day that directly affect your lives; either through building roads, delivering community services or making sure the bin gets emptied every week. That’s why I am making myself available to the community - I want to hear your views, ideas and concerns about what’s going on in our neighbourhood and how we can work to make things better. Full details of community meetings in September are below, but if you can’t make it please feel free to call or email me with your thoughts. I am also available to attend community meetings to hear first hand the issues affecting our community. Please note: times are subject to change at short notice due to urgent business. September mobile office details: Thursday 19 September 2013 Edens Landing Shopping Centre, 25-127 Castile Crescent Edens Landing, 9 am - 11 am Eagleby Shopping Centre, 142-164 Fryar Road, Eagleby, 12 noon - 2 pm Beenleigh Mall, 40-68 Main Street, Beenleigh, 5 pm - 7 pm

Division Twelve: Beenleigh, Eagleby, Edens Landing and Holmview (part of).

FREE Environmental events and activities Rowing Down the River Sunday 29th September, 8am-10.30am, Location: Waterford Celebrate World Rivers Day by joining us for a guided canoe trip along the Logan River. Learn interesting facts about the flora, fauna and places along the river. Suitable for children 8 and above and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wacky Wildlife! Friday 4th October, 10.00am-11.00am Location: Browns Plains Kids - help us celebrate World Animal Day and watch a live wildlife show! Children’s show suitable for primary school ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Bookings Workshops and events are FREE and run by Logan City Council. Bookings are essential and places are limited. Phone 3412 4859 or email environment@logan.qld. gov.au to book or be placed on our mailing list for future events and activities.

DE-SEXPO back in town this September

De-sexpo will again roll into Logan in September, with the unique initiative aimed at encouraging local pet owners to have their pets desexed. Now in its second year, De-sexpo is held during spring to coincide with the typical breeding season for household pets such as cats and dogs. Mention this promotion and receive a FREE microchip supplied by Logan City Council for every cat and dog desexed at participating Logan City vets during September 2013.* PLUS…a FREE nail trim for dogs. AND…every responsible pet owner that takes advantage of this offer will go into the draw to win a fabulous prize for their pet.* Animals and City Standards Committee Chair Councillor Graham Able (Division 5) said desexing pets could prevent them from roaming, fighting and causing a nuisance to neighbours. Cr Able also reminded residents of the savings associated with registering a desexed pet. “Pet owners will receive a significant 76 per cent discount on registration fees if their cat or dog is desexed,” he said. “Having your dog or cat desexed is not only good for your pet, it is also good for the environment and for your hip pocket.” As part of Council’s 2013-14 Budget, annual registration costs for desexed pets remained at $31 for both cats and dogs. Pensioners receive a further discount. *Conditions apply.

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Teviot Downs Father’s Day Community Fair Pub Lane, Greenbank 11 am to 2 pm Enjoy a free family day out at the Teviot Downs Father’s Day Community Fair with rides, live music, demonstrations, entertainment, exhibits and giveaways. Community groups and market stall holders are welcome. Phone 3200 1400 or visit www.teviotdowns.com.au for more information.

Browns Plains Blue Light Disco Logan West Community Centre, Wineglass Dr, Hillcrest 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm Children aged six to 14 years are welcome at this police-supervised event. Attendees can win lucky door prizes and food and drinks are available for sale. Admission is $5. Contact 3802 7100 or email hall.rebeccaj@police.qld.gov.au for more information.

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When Dad Married Fury

Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central both shows at 8 pm Brothers Ian and Ben are visiting Sydney to see their recentlywidowed father but three big surprises lay ahead when they arrive at his 75th birthday celebrations. This gripping play has some memorable characters and one thing is for certain: everything changed when Dad married Fury. Contains strong language and adult themes (recommended for mature audiences 15+). Tickets - adults $26, concession $24, group 8+ $22 per person, members $20. Call 3412 5626, email entertainment@ logan.qld.gov.au or visit www. loganentertainmentcentre.com.au.

September

Kimberley Park State School Spring Fair

Kimberley Park State School, Floret St, Shailer Park 10 am to 4 pm This event has something for everyone - more than 30 stalls and amusement rides (unlimited rides for $30 or $5 each) - and will raise money for Kimberley Park State School’s P and C Association. Contact pandcpresident@ kimberleyparkss.eq.edu.au for more information.

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Beenleigh Show

Beenleigh Showgrounds, James St, Beenleigh 13: 3 pm to 9 pm 14: 9 am to 9 pm Enjoy sideshow alley, exhibits, music and entertainment, fireworks, a demolition derby and animal displays and judging at the annual Beenleigh Show. Adults $15, children (5-12 years) $5, family (two adults and three children) $35. Phone 3807 1871 or visit www. beenleighshow.com.au.

Always There

Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central 2 pm to 4.30 pm Southern Cross Voices Inc presents its annual concert with special guests the Rivercity Steel Band and River City Clippers. Adults $20, concessions $15. Phone 3200 6291 or email southerncrossvoices@gmail.com for more information.

For more things to do in Logan City, go to www.visitlogan.com.au.

Australian Handball Junior National Championships

Logan Metro Sports Centre, 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead; 8 am to 6 pm Handball is an Olympic sport played in more than 150 countries. It encourages players to be athletic, flamboyant and inventive - see some of Australia’s best at Logan Metro. Phone 3412 5955 or email insports@logan. qld.gov.au for more information.

Share a Cuppa

Kensington Fair Bakery, Shop 1, 5-11 Julie St, Crestmead; 10 am to noon Take 10 minutes to have a one-on-one chat and complimentary cuppa with Mayor Pam Parker and Councillor Phil Pidgeon. Phone 3412 4330 or visit www.logan.qld.gov.au for more information.

2013 Inline Hockey National Championships

Logan Metro Sports Centre, 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead; until October 5 See 140 games of inline hockey with more than 500 participants battling it out for the national title. Phone 5593 3699 or visit www. skateaustralia.org.au for more information.

Rowing down the river

Waterford; 8 am to 10.30 am Celebrate World Rivers Day with a guided canoe trip along the Logan River and learn interesting facts about the flora, fauna and places along the river. Suitable for children aged eight and older and children must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings are essential. Phone 3412 4859 or email environment@logan.qld.gov.au.

Creative Markets

Springwood Road State School, Springwood Rd, Springwood; 9 am to 1 pm See some of the best handmade products at the Creative Markets, home to 65 stalls, children’s rides, live entertainment and more. Phone 0405 185 160 or visit www. creativemarkets.com.au.

Greenbank Under 9s take on Challenge

Greenbank Under 9s are taking on the state’s best this September after earning an invite to the Paul Bowman Challenge in Airlie Beach later this month.

Coach Jenny Bossons said most of the team had been together for about two years, with a few new recruits this season fitting in well.

It will be the first time the club has sent a team to the Challenge, with the squad looking to extend its run of success into the carnival.

“We’ve got a couple of new kids, they’ve meshed well into the team. We have been building the team over two years with new recruits now,” she said.

Held over two days with round-robin and knockout components, the challenge brings together clubs from across the state.

“The boys are undefeated this season so far.”

Members of the side, Seth Rowe and Harley Thoms, said they were excited to be travelling to the carnival and were looking forward to competing. “We’re excited. We’re trying to win every match we can,” they said,

Team Manager Sarah Rowe said the invite came from a trail match where the team impressed selectors. “We had a trial match with another team – they were so impressed with us they invited us to come along,” she said. The Challenge will be held on 21-22 September in Airlie Beach.

“We’re training two nights a week. We haven’t lost a match this year.”

Browns Plains little athletes step out on new equipment Browns Plains littlest athletes are set to step out on new equipment designed to help shape early childhood development, improve motor skills and help teach coordination from a young age. The club has bought a specialist set of gym equipment for the three and four year old Tiny Tots group to build fine motor skills and active, healthy lifestyles. Tiny Tots Coordinator Sally-Anne Williams said the program was about having fun and developing important muscle memories from an early age. “The program is mostly about getting outdoors, having fun and creating a healthy life, it’s about encouraging 30

the kids to get out and have fun,” she said. “We do the best we can to change it up and do different things – hurdles, long jump, high jump running. “It’s really good fun, I love it. I love interacting with the kids, especially at this level, its good fun for everyone.” Ms Williams said the equipment would make a big difference to the club, with a grant from Logan City Council making the purchase possible. “I’ve wanted it for nearly two years but we couldn’t afford it. This will dramatically change the program in terms of balance and mobility,” she said.

“For the kids, most importantly it’s endless fun. “It might look ordinary, but it can do all kinds of things.” Browns Plains Little Athletics offered Tiny Tots programs for three to five year olds every Saturday from 8:30am in classes of 15-20 participants. Hunter Williams, 3, enjoying the new equipment and getting active.

Build Water Confidence Keep your family safe in and around water

Children can drown silently in less than 2 minutes* Build water confidence in your child today â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Learn to Swim at Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School

Take the opportunity now, to register for one or both swimming programs below

Five FREE consecutive swim lessons** During the school holidays Kids Alive Do the Five 30 September to 4 October, 3pm to 6pm. Bookings commence 16 September

SUMMER SWIMMING Term 4 swimming lesson starts 7 October for as little as $16.50 a week. Ring now and book your free orientation session.

*Stats from Royal Life Saving Society â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Australia, National Drowning Report 2012 ** This session is open to new customers to Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School only. Current members can register in morning session from Monday September 9th.

Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre Sports Drive Underwood Tel: 3412 5645

Mention you saw the advertisement in the city magazine to receive your free swim cap.

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