Our Logan Magazine - November 2018

Volume 74 November 2018

Logan’s leading sports people honoured Prepare your pool for summer

CONTENTS OUR LOGAN, OUR CITY MAGAZINE Editorial enquiries: 3412 5284 or media@logan.qld.gov.au Advertising enquiries: 3412 5176 or marketing@ logan.qld.gov.au Managing Editor: Ben Travaini News Editor: Martin King Writers: Zoe Krieg Martin King Julie Brumfield-Jones Ivy Ramos Sam Burgess Zane Jackson

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Logan’s Sports Awards

7 Does your pool fencing measure up?

Mt Warren celebrates 100 sports scholarships

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How to handle heatwaves

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Logan’s smart solar offering

ACTING MAYOR — Cherie Dalley

Council targets aggressive dogs

DIVISION 2 — Cr Russell Lutton

Representing the whole of the City of Logan.

DIVISION 3 — Cr Steve Swenson Representing Slacks Creek and part of Underwood, Springwood, Kingston, Tanah Merah, Loganholme and Daisy Hill.

Representing Woodridge, Logan Central and part of Kingston and Underwood.

Graphic design: Dina Wirawan Front cover image: Photo by Dominika Lis 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.

WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this magazine may contain images of deceased persons.

All content accurate as of 15 October 2018. logan.qld.gov.au visitlogan.com.au

DIVISION 7 — Cr Laurie Smith

DIVISION 5 — Cr Jon Raven

Representing Forestdale, Hillcrest, Boronia Heights and part of Greenbank, Park Ridge, Park Ridge South, Munruben and North Maclean.

DIVISION 11 — Cr Trevina Schwarz Representing Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Silverbark Ridge and Woodhill and part of Greenbank, Jimboomba, Glenlogan, Riverbend, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub.

DIVISION 1 — Cr Lisa Bradley

Representing Berrinba, Marsden, Loganlea and part of Waterford West and Crestmead.

Rochedale South

DIVISION 8 — Cr Cherie Dalley Representing Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park and part of Park Ridge.

Representing Priestdale, Rochedale South and part of Daisy Hill, Underwood and Springwood.

Browns Plains

Hillcrest Regents Park

Div 7

Boronia Heights

Div 3

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Bethania

Waterford West

Div 8

Cornubia Tanah Merah

Loganlea

Marsden Crestmead

Shailer Park Meadowbrook

Div 5

Heritage Park

Greenbank

Daisy Hill

Slacks Creek

Kingston

Berrinba

Representing Shailer Park, Cornubia, Carbrook and part of Daisy Hill and Loganholme.

Springwood

Woodridge Logan Central

Forestdale

Div 1

Underwood

Div 2

DIVISION 10 — Cr Darren Power

Priestdale

Park Ridge

Div 6 Waterford

Logan Reserve

Carbrook

Loganholme Eagleby

Edens Landing Holmview

Div 12 Beenleigh Mount Warren Park

Park Ridge South Bahrs Scrub

Buccan Chambers Flat

Munruben North Maclean

New Beith

Windaroo Belivah Bannockburn

Div 9

Lyons

Wolffdene

South Maclean

Div 11

DIVISION 12 — Cr Jennie Breene Representing Eagleby, Beenleigh and part of Mt Warren Park.

Div 4 Monarch Glen Flinders Lakes

Undullah

Logan Village

Stockleigh

Silverbark Ridge

Div 10

Flagstone

Cedar Creek

Yarrabilba

Riverbend Glenlogan Kagaru

Kairabah

Jimboomba Tamborine

Cedar Grove

DIVISION 6 — Cr Cherie Dalley Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.

Cedar Vale

DIVISION 9 — Cr Phil Pidgeon

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Representing Logan Reserve, Chambers Flat, Stockleigh and part of Park Ridge, Crestmead, Waterford West, Park Ridge South, Munruben, North Maclean and South Maclean.

DIVISION 4 — Cr Laurie Koranski

Woodhill

Veresdale

Veresdale Scrub

Mundoolun

Representing Bahrs Scrub, Buccan, Belivah, Bannockburn, Logan Village, Windaroo, Wolffdene, Yarrabilba, Kairabah, Mundoolun and part of Cedar Creek, Jimboomba, Mt Warren Park and Tamborine.

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A message from our Acting Mayor

Last month (from left) Cr Phil Pidgeon, Cr Jon Raven and Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley visited One Stop Warehouse’s CEO Anson Zhang and Jeff Yu at their Crestmead headquarters

Tallisha Harden was named Logan’s Sportswoman of the Year at the 2018 Audi Centre Springwood City of Logan Sports Awards

Sportsperson of the Year Ashley Moloney

Welcome to the November edition of Our Logan The Audi Centre Springwood City of Logan Sports Awards once again delivered a tremendous night of entertainment and acclaim as we acknowledged the many sporting achievements of our current and former residents.

I would like to congratulate the record number of outstanding athletes, coaches and administrators who were nominated this year for their dedication to their chosen sport and their contribution to our city’s reputation as a national sporting powerhouse in a diverse range of individual and team sports.

This year’s winners included: Sportsperson of the Year, Ashley Moloney, who was recently crowned World Junior Champion Decathlete; Sportswoman of the Year, Tallisha Harden, who played with the Brisbane Broncos and also formerly captained the Rugby League Indigenous Women’s All Stars team; Sportsman of the Year, Clay Waterman, who won bronze at the Commonwealth Games in the 81kg boxing category; and Elite Athlete with a Disability, Andre Rivett, who won

multiple medals in field events while representing Australia at the 2017 World Championships.

And while our city’s sporting achievements continue to rise, great outcomes are also happening in our city’s growing businesses.

One Stop Warehouse has become an extraordinary achiever in business, after moving its national headquarters to Berrinba six years ago.

the anniversary, honouring the sacrifices made by many of our local young men and women in the defence of the Commonwealth.

With Christmas fast approaching, we are once again about to launch our annual Christmas Toy Drive. If you would like to give a toy to children in our community whose families are doing it tough, please see the back cover of this month’s Our Logan for information on when and where you can donate.

Led by CEO Anson Zhang, who is a finalist in the 2018 CEO Magazine Energy and Resources Executive of the Year award, the company is now the largest solar panel distributor in Australia with plans to expand into the energy retailing business in the new year.

While our sports stars and businesses continue to achieve recognition, this month we are joining with our community to recognise and commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Armistice which ended the Great War at 11am on 11 November 1918.

Council will be holding several events around the city in the days leading up to

Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley City of Logan

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City of Logan Sports awards 2018 The judges had a tough job selecting 14 outstanding sportspeople from a field of 131 outstanding athletes, administrators and coaches nominated for this year’s Audi Centre Springwood City of Logan Sports Awards.

They finally settled on one young athlete as Sportsperson of the Year, Ashley Moloney, who as an 18 year old, became the World Junior Champion Decathlete in July.

The former Jimboomba Little Athletics member who was also the Under 18 Australian Decathlon record holder in 2017 is a true all-rounder competing in sprint and middle distance running, long jump, hurdles, discus, javelin, shot put and pole vault.

Elite Athlete of the Year with a Disability, Andre Rivet with Louise Kennedy and Lachlan Howard from Certified Mowing

Jack Tudor, Manager of Audi Centre Springwood with Sportsperson of the Year Ashley Moloney

Brisbane Bronco’s lock /centre and former Indigenous Women’s All Stars Captain Tallisha Harden was named Sportswoman of the Year.

Sportsman of the year Clay Waterman, who is coached by his father Mark Waterman, won a Bronze Commonwealth Games Medal in the 81kg category semi-final in April.

Elite Athlete with a Disability, Andre Rivett from Woodridge, excels in discus, shotput and javelin and won two silver medals at the 2017 World Championships in Portugal while representing Australia.

Johnathon Hadley from Gadens with Brendon Stanton, Naomi Musangi, Nilau Kon and Samuel Neihkhup from the Multicultural Sports Club, winner of the Sports Organisation of the Year

Tim Wright from Greenbank RSL Services Club and Master Sportsperson of the Year, Marion Hermitage

Tara Billington, 15 was named Young Sportswoman of the Year. An up and coming master of Haidong Gumbo (Korean Sword Martial Arts) she won four golds at the recent New Zealand championships and two gold and four silver at Mulympia, the Olympics of martial arts.

Rounding out the awards for sports people triathlete, Marion Hermitage was named Master Sportsperson of the Year for her World Championship record of three wins and six podium placements in a career that began in 2005.

Margaret Clough, Sports Coach of the Year and Jay Clarke General Manager of City Venue Management

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Award judge and Logan City Council Director, Community Services, Katie Barton-Harvey, and City Treasurer Cr Trevina Schwarz who accepted the Sports Event of the Year Award on behalf of the winner Australian Supercross Round 1 Jimboomba

Sportswoman of the Year Tallisha Harden and Member for Macalister, Melissa McMahon MP

Minister for Sport, The Honourable Mick de Brenni MP and Marion Young, Sports Administrator of the Year

Laura Adric, Sports College Co-ordinator, Griffith Sports College and Young Sportsperson of the Year Tara Billington

Peter Harrison-Kyte from Club Beenleigh and Sports Official of the Year Val Cramp

Judges’ Choice Award winners Gary Young (left) and Toni Wardlaw with sponsor Jeff Smith from Brisbane Screen Printing

Sportsman of the year Clay Waterman with Hon Cameron Dick Member for Woodridge

Ben Caldwell Partner at Colin Biggers and Paisley and Michael Breene from Beenleigh TRL Men’s Team—Sports Team of the Year

2019

Awards AUSTRALIA DAY

CITY OF LOGAN

Do you know an extraordinary person in our community who should be recognised for their achievements? NOMINATE THEM TODAY. Nomination forms are available online at

logan.qld.gov.au/australiadayawards For more information, email events@logan.qld.gov.au or call 3412 3412.

NOMINATE A LOCAL HERO NOMINATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 7 DECEMBER 2018.

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Basketball academy celebrates 100 SCHOLARSHIPS A long-standing relationship between the College Eye Sports Academy and staff at Mt Warren Park Sports Centre has contributed to more than 100 young basketball players securing student-athlete scholarships and places on some of the most prestigious college basketball teams in the United States.

“I believe this venue and the staff at Mt Warren Park Sports Centre have been crucial to my academy’s and our graduate players’ successes,” said Dave Hilleary, who has run the College Eye Sports Academy from the Mt Warren venue for the past 30 years.

“Ben Witham and his brilliant team deserve kudos for their excellent service and providing us with the benefit of their expertise,” he said.

Dave said on average only 10 players a year were invited to attend the academy, which is firmly focused on training players to an advanced elite level, preparing them for the US National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) College League and a further professional career in the lucrative US National Basketball Association (NBA).

“I’m pretty good at identifying talent.

Sometimes my colleagues will give me a call if they have a good prospect or we might be at a state tournament,” he said.

“Even though a player may not be on anyone’s radar, if we see someone with glimpses of brilliance—and if their attitude is right—we’ll give them a trial.

“A surprising number of players are brothers or sisters of athletes I’ve coached. Some of it comes down to good genes, build, mindset, but most of all, a high degree of talent and a great attitude.

“The first thing they have to realise is that it’s difficult and highly competitive to make a US college team. You’re competing against the best in the world for the opportunity to be part of the highest level youth competition in the world.”

The preparation required for making it to college as a student-athlete in the US involves much more than playing basketball. Players have to do certain subjects at high school, obtain certain grades, rank highly on the college Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and maintain their amateur status.

Most years Dave organises a tour where his team, the Australian Wedgetails, are put through their paces under the eyes of talent scouts and (NCAA) college coaches.

The ultimate reward is a full student-

Dave Hilleary (left) and Jesse Hilleary (right) with the Australian Wedgetail team of 16-18 yrs aspiring college basketball players

Dave Hilleary and Council’s Ben Witham, Venue Operation Coordinator

athlete scholarship and the prospect of a highly paid sports career after graduating with a degree.

“In America, to recruit an international prospect to a college it costs two to three times as much for an international student, so a scholarship to a really good school, such as UC-Irvine is worth about AUD$50,000 per year,” Dave said.

“That’s just the tip of the iceberg in terms of expenses met by the colleges.

“They have the best sports development programs and coaches in the world and many of the bigger colleges charter jets to fly their teams to games.

“Under the visa requirements players are restricted to working on campus and the ‘booster rules’ strictly prevent added incentives.”

Dave said during the June/July summer break the academy’s numbers swelled to 20 with returning players, who are well known on the college circuit and return to Logan for their off-season training.

“The players come back to train and pass on what they’ve learnt. It’s my favourite time of year. As a coach and mentor it gives me a real sense of accomplishment to welcome them back home to this fantastic venue, where their journey began.”

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Does your pool fencing measure up?

If you have a home swimming pool, now is an ideal time to check that your pool is compliant with the regulations for pool gates and fencing.

The state-wide laws are enforced by local councils, including Logan City Council, which is responsible for inspecting and issuing fines for breaches of the regulations.

The regulations apply to owners and tenants and apply to all swimming pools or spas with depths of more than 30 centimetres of water. They include portable and inflatable swimming pools as well as children's paddling pools. It does not include dams, ponds or things like bird baths or fountains.

The things to look for are: • Your fence must be at least 1.2 metres high.

• The fence doesn't leave a gap of more than 10cm from the ground level to the bottom of the fence. You should be aware of changing ground levels or items like garden bed edges that may reduce this height.

• The fence cannot have gaps of more than 10cm between vertical bars or sections of a fence.

• The gate or access to the pool must be self-closing and selflatching—with the latch at least 1.5metres from ground level.

• It is illegal for the gate to be propped open or tied back.

• The gate must open by swinging away from the pool.

• Objects that can be used to assist climbing the fence, such as furniture, plants and trees must be moved well away from both sides of the fence.

• House windows that open onto the pool cannot open more than 10 centimetres (security screens can be permanently fixed to window frames to ensure compliance).

• A ‘How to Perform CPR’ sign must be displayed.

What happens if my pool doesn’t comply?

If non-compliance is verified, fines can be issued against the pool owner or tenant.

Individuals can be handed an on-the-spot fine of more than $800 and companies can be fined more than $2,356. Courts can issue fines of almost $20,000 for serious breaches.

Pools must also be registered with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (this can be done online and is free). There are significant additional fines for failing to register a pool or spa.

The fencing and gate standards do save lives.

Last year, no children drowned in Queensland in pools with compliant fencing and where the gate had not been propped open.

Full details about fencing and pool owners’ and tenants’ responsibilities are published online at: logan.qld.gov.au/pools An online compliance checklist is published at qbcc.qld.gov.au/pool-checklist 7

DIVISION 1 NEWS

All quiet at Underwood Park Need a quiet place to unplug from the pressures of modern life?

Just pop down to Underwood Park.

At the center of the labyrinth is a chunk of Rose Quartz, imported from South America.

Council has built a special Contemplation Area at the park that is a designated quiet zone for meditation and relaxation.

There are terraced grass areas or ‘rooms’ with sandstone block retaining walls and seating which create a quiet area for activities like Tai Chi or yoga.

The Contemplation Area includes a water feature, decking, sandstone walls creating rooms and a labyrinth, a series of paths that when walked in silence create ‘walking meditation’ that quiets the mind and allows reflection.

Councillor Lisa Bradley says the $500,000 project has been a passion project of hers for some time, originating from comments people have mentioned they would like in their community.

“It’s exciting that there’s been interest from several people to run community yoga and meditation classes.”

Secretary Gary Sargent says the gathering at Springwood Park has been specially arranged.

“For the last 100 years Australia has solemnly gathered to remember those who fought and those who made the ultimate sacrifice,” Cr Bradley said.

“We usually join with Logan Diggers for Remembrance Day but this year we’re holding our own,” he said.

“That’s because the 100th anniversary is a significant event and we think it deserves a stand-alone commemoration.”

Join us at Springwood Park on 11 November for

Picnic for Peace Sunday, 11 November marks 100 years since the guns fell silent in the ‘war to end all wars’.

In honour of the fallen the Springwood Tri-Services RSL Sub Branch has organised a Centenary of Armistice service ‘Picnic for Peace’.

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“This Contemplation Area means that Underwood Park really now has something for every taste,” Cr Bradley said.

Instead of the usual solemn commemoration associated with Remembrance Day, the Springwood Tri-Services RSL is dubbing the event a ‘Picnic of Peace’ with six food trucks booked in.

“From sporting fields, to children’s play areas, walking and exercise paths and now a quiet spot for reflection, it is a park for the whole community.

“I hope that as many people as possible attend on Sunday, 11 November to ensure that their memory is preserved for at least another 100 years.”

Springwood Tri-Services RSL Sub Branch has around 80 members and meets once a month.

Councillor Lisa Bradley encouraged everyone to attend the service, show their respects and join in with the community to ‘Picnic for Peace’.

COUNCILLOR LISA BRADLEY Phone: 3412 3412 Email: lisabradley@logan.qld.gov.au Division 1: Priestdale, Rochedale South and part of Daisy Hill, Underwood and Springwood.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 2 NEWS Logan Central’s Meals on Wheels service has been preparing and delivering meals around the city since 1976 thanks to the dedication of its volunteers.

Logan Central’s Meals on Wheels

Councillor Russell Lutton recently attended their Annual General Meeting at the Jacaranda Avenue headquarters.

The AGM was combined with a special ‘thank you’ lunch for Meals on Wheels volunteers.

Cr Lutton paid tribute to the volunteers past and present who have been keeping the centre operating for the past 40 plus years.

“Whether they’re helping in the kitchen or out driving around the city, the volunteers here make a positive impact on the Logan community,” Cr Lutton said.

“I know the people who receive the deliveries are appreciative not only for the meals, but also for the social interaction they get as part of the service.

“Meals on Wheels is helping many elderly residents stay in their own homes and not have to enter nursing homes.

left to right — Theresa Salmon (treasurer), John Page (assistant treasurer), Judith Howlett (president), Maranda Mendes (coordinator), Cr Russell Lutton, Brenda Kutagiri (secretary)

New T-Rex hits the streets in Division 2 Safety will have no bounds with officers from Woodridge Police Beat in the driver's seat of a new All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV).

presence of the police in the T-Rex out and about on the streets of Division 2 will serve as a visible deterrent for would-be criminals and provide a valuable outreach tool for officers from the Woodridge Beat,” he said.

“For someone who doesn’t receive a lot of visitors, having a quick chat with a Meals on Wheels volunteer can make a world of difference.

Sergeant Matthew Scott, Officer in Charge of Woodridge Police Beat, said the T-Rex was a welcome addition as it provided greater accessibility to laneways and parks throughout Division 2.

“They have been an important part of Logan Central for a long time now and I hope to see it continue long into the future.”

“The T-Rex will help to increase our presence in those areas which cannot be accessed with a regular police car," Sergeant Scott said.

Cr Lutton said the Logan Central Meals on Wheels delivered over 20,000 meals in the last financial year.

He also congratulated the organisation on achieving a five-star food rating through Logan City Council’s food preparation rating system.

Logan Central Meals on Wheels Coordinator Maranda Mendes said they were always looking for new volunteers.

She said volunteers enjoyed going out into the community and found it a rewarding experience.

Anyone wanting to sign up as a volunteer, either in the kitchen, as a driver or as a companion, can phone Meals on Wheels on 3808 2312.

Division 2 Councillor Russell Lutton has contributed $22,000 in divisional funding towards the four-seater Kawasaki Teryx, the City of Logan’s sixth ATV to be purchased through divisional funds.

Cr Lutton says the new ATV, nicknamed T-Rex, will assist local police in protecting the local community, allowing them to patrol more public spaces and parklands throughout Woodridge and surrounding suburbs.

Cr Lutton says Council has a positive partnership with local police and will continue to work with them on similar projects as part of Council’s commitment to increasing the safety of local neighbourhoods and community spaces throughout the City of Logan.

“In addition to helping with patrols and enforcement activities, the added

COUNCILLOR RUSSELL LUTTON Chairperson City Planning and Economic Development Phone: 3412 3412 Email: russelllutton@logan.qld.gov.au Division 2: Woodridge, Logan Central and part of Kingston and Underwood.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

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DIVISION 3 NEWS

Locals working on a startup idea need not travel far to develop their concept, with the Logan Social Enterprise Startup Weekend to be held from 9-11 November at Kingston-based not-forprofit Substation33.

Startup Weekend participants will be able to develop their ideas with the support of mentors, guides and coaches before pitching to subject matter experts. Two projects are currently up and running at Substation33 as a result of last year’s inaugural event.

“Logan Social Enterprise Startup Weekend is about building a culture and an ecosystem around startups here in Logan. It’s a safe space, an open and inclusive environment where people can experiment with their ideas and help develop their concepts,” said Tony Sharp, Substation33 Development Manager—Social Enterprise and INNOV8 Logan spokesperson.

“Startup weekends are usually about ideas, apps or software, but we manufacture here at Substation33 so we can get some basic prototyping done on that weekend.”

Division 3 Councillor Steve Swenson says Logan Social Enterprise Startup Weekend is just one of the many outstanding initiatives of Substation33, which started as an e-waste recycling centre where people gain confidence and skills to transition to sustainable employment.

“Substation33’s Innovation Lab has designed and developed a number of products, including Council’s Flooded Road smart warning signs,” Cr Swenson said.

“The Loft@Substation33 co-working space is also now open, allowing a wide range of professionals, students and volunteers to immerse themselves in a mentally stimulating environment where they can turn their concepts into successful ventures.”

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For more details and to register for Logan Social Enterprise Startup Weekend, go to: loed.com.au

Substation33 to incubate big ideas at Startup Weekend Cr Swenson at Substation33 with Emma Green, Tony Sharp and Nathan Shaw

Nights get brighter for hockey and RC car racing Radio control car racing and hockey enthusiasts can now enjoy their chosen sport well into the night, with the completion of lighting projects at Meakin Park.

Sixteen new LED light fittings have been installed on six new 16-metre-high steel posts for the hockey field lighting project, which was jointly funded by Logan City Council, Logan Hockey Club and the Queensland Government.

The project involved designing and constructing new training lighting for the hockey field, as well as a power upgrade to the site, installation of a new main switchboard, excavation works for new cable trenches, electrical pits and pole footings; and new electrical cables.

Mobile Office Tuesday, 13 November 2018 2pm-3.30pm The Coffee Club Shop 18 Logan Super Centre 3525 Pacific Highway, Slacks Creek

Meanwhile, the Logan Off Road Radio Control Car Club lighting project, funded through the Divisional Infrastructure and Capital Improvements Program for Division 3, saw the installation of eight new LED lights for the off-road track at Meakin Park. Some of the lights were mounted on two new 16-metre-high steel posts, while some were installed on the existing control tower.

Cr Steve Swenson said that with better and brighter night conditions at Meakin Park, the hockey and off-road radio control car clubs would be able to attract new participants.

“With night-time hockey matches and off-road radio control car races now possible, people who were unable to join during the day due to work or family commitments will be able to take part in either or both sports.”

COUNCILLOR STEVE SWENSON Chairperson City Lifestyle and Community Phone: 3412 3412 Email: steveswenson@logan.qld.gov.au Division 3: Slacks Creek and part of Underwood, Springwood, Kingston, Tanah Merah, Loganholme and Daisy Hill.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

From the front line: Logan Diggers’ stories exhibition Celebrating Armistice Day, the centenary of the end of World War I, this exhibition juxtaposes lithographs from the series Australia at war by the Australian official war artist Wil Dyson (1880-1983) with stories about local soldiers who fought in the campaigns depicted. Australia at war was derived from Dyson’s numerous drawings from the front and have been kindly lent to the Logan Art Gallery by Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art. This exhibition is on at Logan Art Gallery, Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central and closes on Saturday 24 November 2018. Free entry, all are welcome. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm.

From the front line: Logan Diggers’ stories floor talk Join Logan’s Local Heritage Specialist and hear stories about Logan Diggers through the lithographic illustrations of war artist Will Dyson. This free floor talk will be held at Logan Art Gallery, Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central. Starts at 10.30am, Wednesday, 7 November.

No bookings required.

Sam Mills, Robert Wilkie and Stewart Coultar, Beenleigh 41st Battalion, 1916. Image courtesy Local Studies Collection, Logan City Council Libraries

Unlimited places, all are welcome.

Animal narrative lithography printing

12 places. For adults experienced in printmaking.

Participants must attend both days.

This project is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and Logan City Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

Tukutuku (Arapaki, Tuitui) Saturday 10 November, 10am to 1pm Tukutuku (arapaki, tuitui) is a traditional Māori art form. Learn basic techniques handed down from ancestors, using contemporary materials and traditional designs. Take home a small framed piece.

15 participants. Teens and adults.

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Join Shailer Park artist Nicola Hooper for this two-day plate lithography workshop and be inspired by her exquisite works in Zoonoses exhibition. Lithography is an old and specialised printing technique which requires patience and time to produce beautiful results.

It was favoured by masters such as Marc Chagall and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Lithography produces marks which are unlike any other medium.

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Friday 2 November, 1pm to 5pm Saturday 3 November 10am to 3pm

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— a two-day master class with artist Nicola Hooper

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Logan Art Gallery Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central

Logan Art Gallery and the He kākano āhau (I am seed) exhibiting artists invite you to join us for a fun day of Māori culture.

Traditional food and drink will be for sale, plus a host of free entertainment—including performers, artist talks, art activities, storytelling, market stalls, a fashion show and more.

Te Rōpū Auaha, Ka Hika te Ahi Kōmau, Igniting Ultimate Potential, 2018

This is a free event, all are welcome Fashion | Market stalls Performances | Art activities Storytelling Image: Jorge de Araujo Designs by Cheremene Castle

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WHAT’S ON AT

EVENTS Logan Women’s – Holistic Wellness Expo 1 November, 10am-3pm Fitzy’s Function Centre, Cnr Bryant’s Road and Pacific Highway, Loganholme facebook.com/HolisticWellnessExpoLogan Australian Indigenous Football Championships 2018 8-10 November Logan Metro Sports Park 345-355 Browns Plains Rd, Heritage Park The Great Migrations – Nga Hekenga Nui 10 November 6pm-9pm Beenleigh State High School See p13 for details

LIVVY & PETE

THE SONGS OF OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN AND PETER ALLEN Helpmann Award winner Michael Griffiths and acclaimed cabaret darling, Amelia Ryan, celebrate the songbooks of Aussie icons Olivia Newton-John and Peter Allen.

FRIDAY 9 NOVEMBER, Doors open 10am for an 11am start Table Entry $23pp (morning tea included) Table Group 8+/Members $22pp (morning tea included) Balcony $22pp Balcony Group 8+/Members $20pp

Remembrance Day 100th Anniversary 11 November Check your local services club website for event details Change Fest 2018 Main Event 20-22 November See p17 for details 2018 Jimboomba Christmas Carols 24 November 5.30pm-8.30 pm Jimboomba State School Oval jcfamily.com.au/jimboomba-christmas-carols Challenge of the Nations Netball Carnival 17 and 24 November Ewing Park, Netball Dr, Woodridge Ecological Restoration Conference 25-30 November Royal International Convention Centre including field trip to Griffith University esa2018.org.au

BOOKINGS

In person: Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central QLD 4114 Mon to Fri 9.30am to 4.30pm Phone: 07 3412 5626 Online: loganentertainmentcentre.com.au

2018 Australian Skateboarding League State Qualifier 24 and 25 November Waller Park Skate Park, Browns Plains skateparkleagues.com Eats & Beats 30 November 5pm-9pm IKEA and Logan Super Centre Forecourt 3539-3565 Pacific Highway, Slacks Creek

Free event advertising Event organisers are invited to promote community events and attractions in the City of Logan, for free on Council’s website at: logan.qld.gov.au/events

SATURDAY 15 DECEMBER, 4.30PM-9.30PM GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY, LOGAN CAMPUS UNIVERSITY DR, MEADOWBROOK

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Logan get your chilli on! Chillogan Chilli Festival is on Saturday 1st December 3pm-9pm Beenleigh Town Square, supporting Cystic Fibrosis Qld. chillogan.com.au

Centenary of Armistice commemoration at Mayes Cottage Mayes Cottage will wind the clock back to 1918 to mark the end of the Great War. Poppies will be placed for every soldier and nurse who enlisted in the Logan district. Hear the stories of those who did not return. Join in the sing-a-long of the popular songs of the day.

Mayes Cottage, 20 Mawarra Street, Kingston Sat 10 Nov 2018 1pm to 3pm Bookings essential. Book online at loglib.org/ mayes or phone 3412 4147 (weekdays only).

Retirement income strategies with Noel Whittaker If you are about to make the transition into retirement or already retired, join finance expert and author of Making Money Made Simple, Noel Whittaker as he shares sound financial advice on how to retire in style.

Hear Lee Holmes, best selling health author and blogger present two Supercharged celebrations events on Thursday 15 November at the Logan Hyperdome Library at 10am and the Logan West Library at 6pm.

What’s on at your local Logan City Council Libraries

Sat 10 Nov 2018 11am to 12.30pm Logan Hyperdome Library

NOVEMBER 2018 – JANUARY 2019 Lee Holmes Supercharged celebrations See page 31

Kathryn Lyons Global disability advocate See page 19

Bookings essential. Book online at loganlibraries. org/whats-on or phone Logan Hyperdome Library on 3412 4120.

School holiday activities See pages 11–13 and 16–17

International Games Week Celebrate International Games Week by exploring the world of games. Party games, board games, retro games, Minecraft, chess and much more. Fun activities for all ages unless otherwise noted. Bookings are not required.

4-10 November at various library locations.

Visit: loganlibraries.org/whats-on

photographer: Luisa Brimble

Summer Reading Club: Curious creatures See page 12–13

loganlibraries.org/whats-on

Lee is a certified holistic health coach, Hatha yoga teacher and wholefoods chef.

She is also the author of best-selling books Supercharged Food, Eat Yourself Beautiful, Supercharged Food for Kids and her latest Eat Clean, Green And Vegetarian.

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She is a regular writer for Wellbeing magazine. Lee led a petition to improve food in hospitals in Australia which resulted in a healthier menu being introduced.

In 2013 Lee won the title of Health Influencer Blog of the Year.

Lee will discuss how to take hold of your gut health, keep your weight at bay and get through the silly season unscathed.

Bookings are essential. To book online go to: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or book by phone through Logan Hyperdome Library on 3412 4120 or Logan West Library on 3412 4160.

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DIVISION 4 NEWS A Logan school has come to the rescue of a sporting club left without a home in the wake of Cyclone Debbie last year.

The clubhouse, once used by the Yatala Rams Junior Rugby Union Club in Noyer Park, was destroyed by floodwaters from the cyclone.

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Divisional Councillor Laurie Koranski said Logan City Council had supported the club in its hunt for new facilities and had helped to broker an agreement with Windaroo Valley State High School.

“A joint development agreement has been signed between the school, the club and Council,” Cr Koranski said.

“The school’s Principal Leonard McKeown was excited by the prospect and jumped at the opportunity to be able to help the club.”

Mr McKeown said it was great to see the school’s facilities being used outside the school’s core hours.

“Community groups using our facilities provide a safety aspect for the school and it also shows community members that we value them,” he said.

Club President Frank Heveldt said the club was most impressed with the welcome from the school and all its help.

Under the agreement the club has access to the playing fields from 3.30pm to 8.30pm on school days and full access on non-school days.

The Yatala Rams this year had about 150 players playing in the under six to under 17 grades with more 80 per cent of players new to the sport.

Cr Koranski allocated $50,000 from her Divisional budget to kick start the joint partnership.

“The money was put to good use with the installation of a new shed for the club and the school to use for sporting equipment storage,” she said.

The club has also installed goal posts and applied for funding for an irrigation system for the field.

Council has also supported the club to apply for funding under the State Government’s Get in the Game-Places and Spaces Grant Program for field lights.

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Cr Koranski celebrating the joint development agreement at Windaroo Valley State School with key stakeholders and Rams players

New facilities for Mount Warren Park New park facilities, including picnic tables, shelters and a boardwalk are currently being installed in Noyer Park on Beaudesert Beenleigh Road.

Work has started on the $342,000 project, to provide better connectivity through Noyer Park.

Division 4 Councillor Laurie Koranski, who funded the project through her divisional budget, said the project would help to increase the park’s functionality whilst creating a vibrant setting for users.

“A new pathway connection will be provided from the existing playground to the southern path at Noyer Park leading to Mt Warren Oval,” Cr Koranski said.

Three new brightly coloured picnic settings will be installed along the path.

Cr Koranski said a footbridge was also being constructed over an existing drainage channel.

“This bridge will be coated in a phosphorescent non-slip coating that will aid with night-time visibility,” she said.

It is anticipated works will take a few months to complete— depending on the weather.

“This new pathway will be illuminated

by LED tiles and will traverse through wetland and park landscapes.”

COUNCILLOR LAURIE KORANSKI Phone: 3412 5504 Email: lauriekoranski@logan.qld.gov.au Division 4: Bahrs Scrub, Buccan, Belivah, Bannockburn, Logan Village, Windaroo, Wolffdene, Yarrabilba, Kairabah, Mundoolun and part of Cedar Creek, Jimboomba, Mt Warren Park and Tamborine.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 5 NEWS

Model sailing experience in Logan

Invitation extended to all The Logan community is invited to be part of a special local celebration taking place this month in Tygum Lagoon Park at Waterford West.

Local resident Robin Gallen, OAM, is inviting the community to be part of a Social Inclusion Week event on Sunday, 25 November.

The week runs from 25 November to 2 December and is aimed at helping all Australians feel included and valued, giving everyone the opportunity to participate fully in society.

It is all about encouraging communities, workmates, family and friends.

Mrs Gallen said this would be the ninth year that the Logan community had joined forces for the annual Our Community event.

Cr Jon Raven with Logan City Marine Modellers Club members Peter Jones and Noel Routledge

“I want people to come out and enjoy this park, which is a wonderful facility that Logan City Council provides for us,” she said.

A unique sight can be found each week at Tygum Lagoon at Waterford West.

“This will be your opportunity to see some fast electric boats with speeds up to 100km/h in action.”

Members of the Logan City Marine Modellers Club operate their motorised water craft twice weekly at the Lagoon Rd park on Wednesday and Sunday mornings from 8am.

Mr Fisher said the club which had been operating for about 20 years had 52 members ranging in age upwards from 10-years-old.

Club spokesman Ted Fisher said they generally operated their boats “until the batteries ran out” and members also ran sailboats in the lagoon on the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Mr Fisher said anyone interested in the club would be able to view it in action at a special regatta being held on 25 November as part of Social Inclusion Week.

“From 8am to noon on that day we will be operating steering courses and racing boats,” he said.

Cr Jon Raven and Logan City Marine Modellers Club member Dennis Andrews with his Racing Dragon

The club’s members operate just about any boat you can think of from submarines and freighters to paddle boats and warships with about 90 per cent built from scratch though some used ready-to-sail models.

“It can take a couple of years to build a model. You can’t rush it.”

Mr Fisher said he got into the hobby as a young boy—supported by his father—and now had a collection of 13 boats.

“People need to see the city’s parks as belonging to them and explore what is in their own backyard and community.

“This is a chance to enjoy the facilities as Tygum Park has a walking track right around the lagoon as well a skate park and a fantastic pirate ship and play area.

“I invite everyone to come along from about 8am to 2.30pm.

“This is a Bring Your Own (BYO) family day so there is no cost, just pack the picnic basket and go.”

Mrs Gallen said the day would also include the regatta being held by the Logan City Marine Modellers (see adjacent story).

“This is a great activity. It is lovely to go down to the lagoon and watch the boats in action.”

“Anyone interested in getting involved in the hobby is invited to either come along to the regatta or one of our weekly get togethers.”

There is more to the hobby than just playing with the boats, it also teaches participants how to understand plans, electrics and basic wiring.

COUNCILLOR JON RAVEN Chairperson City Centres Special Committee Phone: 3412 5505 Email: jonraven@logan.qld.gov.au Division 5: Berrinba, Marsden, Loganlea and part of Waterford West and Crestmead.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

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DIVISION 6 NEWS

Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley and demographer and leading social commentator Bernard Salt at the Meadowbrook Summit

Meadowbrook’s future looks healthy The future of Meadowbrook was reimagined at a special summit in September to create a place focused on health, education and wellbeing—Logan's very own health and wellbeing precinct.

The two-day Meadowbrook Summit, hosted by Logan City Council, drew together land and business owners, along with key representatives from the health, education, investment and city-building industries, to work together and help prioritise key projects and initiatives to attract more healthcare services, students, research and development into the centre.

Attendees were treated to a full line-up of guest speakers and experts from the healthcare, knowledge and economic development sectors including Australia's most recognisable demographer and leading social commentator Bernard Salt.

Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley said the highly successful summit would be a springboard for stimulating investment in healthcare and advancing tertiary education in Meadowbrook.

“It was encouraging to see the way industry players took part in the summit and clearly let us know what their top priorities are for Meadowbrook,” she said.

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“We also had great input from peak body representatives and spent some time discussing the existing strengths of Meadowbrook which we can build upon including a strong focus on children and mothers and their health."

Cr Dalley said Meadowbrook's access to infrastructure and transport connections was unique.

Council installs new bin to solve waste woes

"We have the planned expansion of the Logan Hospital, the key education providers of Griffith University and TAFE and important transport connections to the Loganlea Train Station, Logan Motorway and the Pacific Motorway.

Council has moved to address concerns over a regularly overflowing bin on Armstrong Rd, Meadowbrook.

“We want to seize the opportunities on offer in Meadowbrook through this important Council initiative.”

Cr Dalley said the summit was just the start of exciting plans for Meadowbrook.

“The creation of a true health and wellbeing precinct is a project that is not created overnight and requires a long-term vision.

“The first steps involve attracting more health and medical investment, leveraging off the Logan Hospital expansion.

“Council is now at work prioritising projects and actions—and in the coming months these outputs will be further explored—with identified projects to be considered for inclusion in a future Meadowbrook implementation plan.”

More information can be viewed at logan.qld.gov.au/ meadowbrooksummit

Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley said she had been contacted by a local resident concerned about the issue.

“The bin is close to the Logan hospital, shopping centre and train station and is in an area of high pedestrian traffic,” Cr Dalley said.

“It made sense to install a larger bin in this location to cope with the volume of waste being disposed of there.

“We have increased the bin’s capacity four-fold to 240 litres and believe this will make a positive difference to the amenity of this area.”

Resident Stuart Webber said the new bin was a welcome addition.

“It might just be a bin, but it’s made a massive difference to the cleanliness of the area and I am very grateful to Cr Dalley and Council for their quick attention to fixing this issue,” he said.

Cr Dalley said she values hearing about these issues from the community so she can work with Council staff to make the local area a better place for everyone.

ACTING MAYOR CHERIE DALLEY Phone: 3412 5506 Email: division6@logan.qld.gov.au Division 6: Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

The place to build your village

The Family Place is a friendly community space offering free activities and support to families throughout Logan.

The service offers a range of programs, including PlayCommunities, drop in children’s health clinics, fun parenting programs, family events; and support for fathers—including a Dad’s Playgroup.

Program Manager, Mindy Russell describes it at a community centre focusing on children and families.

“It’s often said that it takes a village to raise a child, and The Family Place is a great place for families to build that village.

“We’re part of C&K (the Crèche and Kindergarten Association) but we don’t have a kindergarten or crèche. We do have playgroups on Monday and Wednesdays; however, that attract hundreds of people each week.”

Mindy said child health nurses from Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Services visited the centre three days a week so that parents and carers with questions about nutrition or development could discuss their concerns.

“Lots of support services and other organisations also drop in. The Family Place is a great link for families if they wish to be connected to any additional support that the City of Logan has to offer”.

“Coming to The Family Place is like being at a friend’s house. There are always friendly people to chat to

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including other parents and, at times, various child development and family support professionals. It’s a different way of connecting families with services but people enjoy it being so relaxed.

“We know it’s hard to know who to ask for information and even harder getting to appointments when you’ve got young kids, so we encourage people to just turn up when they feel like it. There’s always something fun happening for the whole family, even over the school holidays.”

The centre is located at 35A North Rd, Woodridge and is open to all, between 9am and 4pm Monday to Thursday.

Glenn Hodgson’s role as the Men’s Program Coordinator provides another element to the family support services provided by the centre.

“We have a Dads in Distress group for separated fathers that meets every Thursday night from 6-8pm and a Dads Playgroup on Saturday mornings from 10am to noon,” Glenn said.

“The Dads in Distress group is for guys dealing with things like relationship issues, separation and a range of problems that impact separating families, while our Dads Playgroup is just an opportunity to meet and hang out with other dads and kids in a relaxed environment.

“We’re more than happy for people to join us in either group. No appointment required.”

The Family Place can be accessed through Facebook at facebook.com/ thefamilyplacelogan, or by phone on 32081263.

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The Shark Tank’s Steve Baxter attended the opening of INNOV8 Logan at the Kingston Butter Factory

Virtual innovation hub brings community together Innovations, ideas and concepts were pitched to an eager audience of 300 at the launch of INNOV8 Logan, an entrepreneurial forum that attracted some of Logan’s more creative minds to the Kingston Butter Factory, the planned site for Logan’s $12 million Innovation Hub and Entertainment Precinct.

Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley said the INNOV8 Logan concept fitted in with the changing face of the city and an emerging economy, based on technology and timely investments in great ideas.

Virtual Reality took a front seat at the forum (below) while speakers talk about what the future holds (right)

“Logan is positioning itself to harness the power of the new economy and INNOV8 Logan is the sort of venture that can turn that into reality,” Cr Dalley said.

“We’ll see success with the people in this room. We’ll get there with inspiration and the help of the people who believe in ideas and make them happen—people like the Logan Entrepreneurs Leadership Group, whose collaborative efforts initiated this forum.”

Queensland’s Chief Entrepreneur, Steve Baxter, investor and Shark in Network 10’s Shark Tank, said it was important for all communities regardless of size, to provide a hub or central point for exploring ideas.

“It’s an awesome site. Any organisation, state government or local government that puts more infrastructure into the entrepreneurship space is doing exactly the right thing—so I love what they are doing here,” he said.

“What happens is up to the people who are going to use the site. Out of here will spring businesses. I’m not going to try to predict what they’ll be other than good things, which might sound a bit trite, but I’m sure we’ll see some successes.”

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Council internships provide the opportunity of a lifetime Logan City Council is providing 10 young people from local Indigenous and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities with the opportunity to participate in the Youth Jobs PaTH internship program.

The participants aged between 17 and 24, are getting ‘hands on’ experience in Council’s libraries, business administration roles, working on live productions and hospitality at the Logan Entertainment Centre or gaining experience in boiler making/sheet metal fabrication.

The program has three stages: providing employability skills training, work experience through an internship placement; and finally the opportunity to apply for a traineeship/apprenticeship at the conclusion of the internship.

The program is supported by state and federal governments and a range of local skills training providers and support network organisations.

Don't let summer get the better of you South-East Queensland enjoys a long, hot summer, but with our fine weather comes the danger of heatwaves. A heatwave is any long period of very hot weather, usually ranging from 37°C to 42°C, which not only poses a threat to people and animals, but can also affect community infrastructure, such as the power supply.

Everyone is vulnerable to the effects of a heatwave; however, some people in our community are at greater risk than others, including babies and young children, the elderly, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers, people who take certain medications, people with an alcohol or drug problem; and people who are physically active or work outside.

Pets feel the heat too Pets are also prone to heatstroke so never leave a pet unattended, in non-ventilated rooms, in direct sunlight, or in a vehicle.

Always make sure your pet has access to plenty of fresh, clean water and shade if they are outside. Try to avoid exercising pets on extremely hot days or in the middle of the day.

For more information and tips for looking after your animals during hot weather visit: rspcaqld.org.au and search “chill out”.

The good news is that there are plenty of things that you can do to minimise your exposure and make others more comfortable.

• Avoid direct sunlight and seek a cool place to stay during the hottest part of the day.

• Minimise your sun exposure, if working outdoors is unavoidable. Wear a hat and light coloured, loose fitting clothes, preferably made of natural fibres. Wear sunglasses, apply sunscreen and take plenty of water with you.

• Ensure your pets or companion animals have access to water and have plenty of shade.

Drink plenty of water regularly • Drink water regularly, even if you don’t feel thirsty. You may need to drink up to three litres a day!

• Avoid alcohol, coffee and soft drinks as they can contribute to dehydration.

Heat related illnesses During heatwaves or extremely hot weather, it is easy to become dehydrated or for your body to overheat. If this happens, you may develop heat exhaustion or even heat stroke, which is a life-threatening condition.

Heat exhaustion is caused by loss of water or working in hot, poorly ventilated conditions.

Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness. It can be fatal. It develops when the body loses its ability to sweat and is unable to cool down.

Both conditions are very serious but can be treated by having a cool shower or bath, applying cool towels, ice and fanning. If the symptoms are severe and don't improve with treatment, seek medical attention immediately or call 000 for an ambulance (or 112 from a mobile).

For detailed information about prevention, symptoms and treatment go to: qld. gov.au/emergency/dealing-disasters/disaster-types/heatwave

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DIVISION 7 NEWS

Mural pays tribute to war veterans

Cr Laurie Smith with Caylan Siddell

A picture tells a thousand words but even that saying is an understatement when taking in the City of Logan’s latest public artwork.

Caylan on a high after English Channel swim At just five-years-old Caylan Siddell became the youngest person to conquer the Kokoda Trail.

So it’s probably little surprise that now aged 16, he’s just returned from swimming the English Channel—a feat of endurance which took him 14 hours and eight minutes to complete.

Becoming the second youngest Aussie to swim the 33-kilometre notorious body of water between England and France, Caylan said he simply ‘zones out’ when faced with tackling remarkable feats of fortitude.

But for this humble and unassuming Canterbury College student, the company of a quiet book is preferred over the beating of his own drum.

“I just hang around the right people I guess,” Caylan said, when explaining what drives him.

“I zone out. With the channel swim I got ripped off by the wind as it was really choppy and the tides were really strong, so I couldn’t do the return swim.”

Caylan received financial backing for his UK trip from Community Benefit Funding by Councillors Laurie Smith and Steve Swenson and additional support from Browns Plains Blue Light Disco and Greenbank RSL’s ‘Tabol of Nolidge’.

Cr Laurie Smith says Caylan is one-ofa-kind, an outstanding role model and young achiever.

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“I’ve known Caylan since he was just a nipper at Southport Surf Life Saving Club, where his mum worked water safety,” Cr Smith said.

“He was always a quiet achiever and it’s fantastic to see him grow up and become the remarkable young man that he is. What he has been able to achieve at such a young age is incredible.”

At 10 Caylan became the youngest person to summit Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa—the tallest free-standing mountain in the world. By 14 he had made the Australian surf kayak team.

Proud mum Anissa says her boy has an interest in psychology and dreams to one day join the special forces.

“He doesn’t talk about himself, he’s very humble. He was only 10 when he climbed Kili (Kilimanjaro) and he wouldn’t get off the bus until he had finished reading Charlotte’s Web.” Next year Caylan is off to the 2019 World Surf Kayak Championships in Peru where he will represent Australia.

An eye-catching mural depicting all the significant theatres of war Australia has fought in since Federation has been turning heads on the Mount Lindsay Highway, Greenbank.

Nine photographs taken from conflicts as diverse as World War I through to the present day engagement in Afghanistan have been turned into a mural that vividly depicts Australians at war.

Councillor Laurie Smith says the mural is a unique way to remember the sacrifices of our servicemen and women.

“Most war memorials tend to look the same but this is one that’s designed to stand out,” Cr Smith said.

“It’s pretty hard for the passing traffic to miss and hopefully every time someone drives past they’ll take a moment to remember.

“I’d like to thank the Greenbank RSL Services Club for partnering with Council to make this tribute a reality.”

After that, who knows what monumental challenge awaits. Perhaps it’s the world’s highest peak Mt Everest?

“You never know, I have talked about that with mum. We’ll have to wait and see.”

COUNCILLOR LAURIE SMITH Chairperson City Image and Innovation Phone: 3412 3412 Email: lauriesmith@logan.qld.gov.au Division 7: Forestdale, Hillcrest, Boronia Heights and part of Greenbank, Park Ridge, Park Ridge South, Munruben and North Maclean. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 8 NEWS

New Footpath for Park Ridge A new footpath will be constructed from the end of the existing bikeway at 3594 Mount Lindesay Highway at Park Ridge.

RAD Riders’ Max Cooper with Cr Dalley

RAD jump ahead of the pack The riding is getting more radical but it’s another ‘r’ word emerging from the scene which is impressing Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley the most—‘respect’.

The Ride Against Drugs (RAD) Rider Movement has operated in Logan for just over two years and has achieved success in kick-flipping rough and tough skate parks into places of respect and inspired rider camaraderie.

At the recent launch of the RAD Taskforce Competition at the Browns Plains Skate Park, Cr Dalley spoke about positive change and congratulated the RAD team for its hard work and success in transforming sub-culture.

“RAD is doing exceptional work empowering local young people with anti-bullying mentoring, protection and education on social media, at schools and across the city’s skate parks,” Cr Dalley said.

“The young people here today are testament to the fact that with the right leadership and solid mentors anything is possible. Positive role models and mentors like the RAD team do a fantastic job in helping to create self-respect and a community that looks out for each other.

“Sport plays a crucial role in keeping young people active and focussed and this facility is first-class and much like

a second home to many young people who spend hours perfecting tricks.”

RAD Director Max Cooper says the creed among team riders is to protect their fellow rider and to be leaders that become an asset to their community.

“RAD transforms some of the toughest skate parks from places of boredom and bad behaviour into community spaces that are a pleasure to be around,” he said.

“RAD specialises in behavioural change reprogramming, ambassador development, skate park activation and anti-bullying and social media empowerment.

“Councillor Cherie Dalley has been such a great supporter after attending a RAD meeting when we were first starting out and offered her full encouragement to build RAD within the City of Logan.”

Cr Dalley has committed divisional funding of $31,172 for the 1.5 metre wide path, which will run for 177 metres.

“The footpath will incorporate a connection to the tunnel under the Mount Lindesay Highway which links to the paths on the western side of the highway,” said Cr Dalley.

“It will link to the existing footpath and allow much needed pedestrian access along this stretch of road.”

Cr Dalley says the developer of 3618 Mt Lindsay Highway will complete the existing path in front of 3619, adjacent to the property boundary.

The project will be delivered in a package of works along with other footpaths, bus stop upgrades and footpath rehabilitation projects set for completion by March 2019.

Mr Cooper said that success was in part measured by skate park riders ‘wanting’ to be drug free RAD Ambassadors.

“Some communities are doing it tough with drug abuse, domestic violence and higher rates of unemployment and RAD is doing outstanding work to turn lives around,” he said.

COUNCILLOR CHERIE DALLEY Acting Mayor Phone: 3412 3412 Email: cheriedalley@logan.qld.gov.au Division 8: Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park and part of Park Ridge.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

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DIVISION 9 NEWS

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On the back of the recent strawberry tampering crisis a Chambers Flat strawberry farmer has seen the positivity of people power.

“Chambers Flat Strawberry Farm is one of the best known and I always encourage people to pay a visit or two during the picking season,” he said.

Chambers Flat Strawberry Farm owner Laura Hendriksen said she was blown away by the unexpected turn out of customers following the incidents in late-September.

“By supporting local we’re putting wealth back into our community, they employ our local people and do such a great job.

“It has been overwhelming and the community showing their support to the farmers has been really helpful,” she said.

“Not only does it support our local families, but visiting and picking your own strawberries is a great way activity with the kids to teach them about the origins of food.

“Every farmer has been affected by this, it was gut-wrenching, but the way the public came out in droves really makes a difference to the industry and how we work through it,” she said.

“There is still a way to go for the industry to recover from the food tampering but every little bit we do in our community goes a long way to helping.”

“Customers feel the need to support Australian local farmers.”

Chambers Flat Strawberry Farm is open to pick your own strawberries from July to November.

Ms Hendriksen said there was still another good month of picking left and reminded people to cut their strawberries before eating them just to make sure.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said the support of our local farmers was so important, especially during times of adversity.

Park Ridge school tops Logan’s NAPLAN scores Results released in September have revealed Saint Philomena School in Park Ridge as Logan’s top performer in the 2018 NAPLAN results.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said it goes to show that a school of any size can achieve great things.

“Saint Philomena only has just on 200 students but this demonstrates a fantastic outcome from a small school,” Cr Pidgeon said.

“It’s important to remember the NAPLAN scores aren’t the ‘be all and end all’ but I congratulate the school on providing and excellent base for students to grow and develop from.”

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COUNCILLOR PHIL PIDGEON Chairman City Roads and Water Phone: 3412 3412 Email: philpidgeon@logan.qld.gov.au

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Division 9: Logan Reserve, Chambers Flat, Stockleigh and part of Park Ridge, Crestmead, Waterford West, Park Ridge South, Munruben, North Maclean and South Maclean. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

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“We’ve already completed the installation of a new carpark and footpath to improve access for all,” he said.

“The viewing platform will now allow for other informal recreational activities such as bird watching.

“The platform will be installed partially over the water’s edge to provide a clear view of the waterbody and will have built in timber seating. This platform is positioned at the end of the pathway.”

The viewing platform will be completed by the end of year, weather permitting.

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COUNCILLOR DARREN POWER Phone: 3412 3412 Email: darrenpower@logan.qld.gov.au Division 10: Shailer Park, Cornubia, Carbrook and part of Daisy Hill and Loganholme.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

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BUSINESS DATE CLAIMERS Logan Business Expo – LEXPO 2 November 9am-4pm Logan Metro Sports and Events Centre 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead (See p 29 for details) Logan Social Enterprise Startup Weekend Fri-Sun 9-11 Nov Substation 33-31 Mary St, Kingston Logan Chamber Business Lunch 14 November 12.20pm-1.30pm Guest Speaker Steve Baxter loganchamber.com.au/event/loganchamber-business-lunch Entrepreneurship Seminar Series: People are your business 20 Nov 2018 5pm-7pm Griffith Campus — Logan griffith.edu.au/griffithbusiness-school/news-events/ entrepreneurship-seminar-series Glo@Logan Entrepreneurial Innovation Challenge 2018 27-29 November Griffith University University Dr, Meadowbrook

Company enjoying a sunny outlook A Logan company will soon be marketing an innovation that maximises the use of solar-generated electricity as it enters the energy retailing business in early 2019.

The innovation is the De Box, a device that ‘learns’ electricity consumption patterns and uses solar panels and battery units to store energy in order to meet peak household demand.

CEO of One Stop Warehouse, Anson Zhang, who is a finalist in the 2018 CEO Magazine Energy and Resources Executive of the Year awards, said the device had the potential to change the retail electricity market by reducing peak demand on electricity suppliers.

“It plays a big part in minimising clients’ reliance on the grid, by storing solar power for when it is needed most, maximising savings on electricity bills,” he said.

The extension of the business into energy retailing will start a new chapter in the company’s rapid evolution.

Established in Western Australia in 2013, One Stop Warehouse moved its headquarters to Logan in 2014 and in 2016 partnered with Chinese energy

giant GCL, the world’s largest solar panel manufacturer.

Last year the company won the prestigious 2017 Hong Kong Australia Business Association Queensland Business Awards 'Excellence in Bilateral Trade-Import of Goods' category—and sold a milestone 400MW of solargenerated capacity—the equivalent peak output of the Tarong North Power Station.

Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley said the company had achieved remarkable growth since moving to Logan.

“In 2016 the company increased its revenue by 50 per cent and last year achieved $160 million in national sales.

The ongoing interest in solar power for domestic and commercial generation is fueling demand, which One Stop Warehouse is meeting with an increasing array of offerings,” she said.

One Stop Warehouse now has offices in all mainland states and is introducing GCL’s crystalline silicon technologies into the Australian market.

Today the company employs a team of 83 across Australia and expects to expand its workforce soon, as it moves into the energy retailing business.

From left Logan City Council’s David Radich, Councillor Phil Pidgeon, Councillor Jon Raven, Acting Mayor Cherie Dalley, with One Stop Warehouse’s Me Me Ong, CEO Anson Zhang, Jeff Yu, Liesa Oldfield and Anthony Buckwell

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office of Economic Development

Logan’s Urban Design Award winners Yarrabilba’s master planned community The Retreat which includes Buxton Park, won the Overall Logan Urban Design Award at the recent 2018 Logan Urban Design Awards.

The judges found the excellence and innovation in both landscape architecture and environmental management evident in the design and construction of the community open space as a key element of the masterplanned precinct.

They were particularly impressed by the interplay between greenspace, water, active recreational activities, and playground facilities and how it nurtured the ‘heart’ ‘mind’ and ‘soul’ of the local community which is why Buxton Park was also awarded the Landscape and Urban Infrastructure Award.

The highly prized Architecture Award was won by the mid-rise 22 Bernice Urban Apartments, designed by Geoff Donaldson, PA Architects and located in Underwood, described as demonstrating ‘an admirable subtropical design philosophy with attention to orientation capturing cooling breezes whilst optimising privacy’.

The Master Planning category was awarded to Harvest Rise, Greenbank’s master planned village by Intrapac Property, which was recognised for site planning and design excellence, sustainable living and meeting community needs.

The Spirits of the Red Sand was awarded the Business Programs and Events Award as an outstanding initiative that showcases the history of Aboriginal contact with colonial Australia. It celebrates Aboriginal culture and the history of Beenleigh and Logan while adding a new dimension to the Beenleigh Historical Village and promoting regional tourism.

Judges also commended the Logan River Vision, the commercial office development at 8 Cinderella Drive, Springwood; the PNG Independence Day Event; and Yarrabilba’s Domestic Violence Prevention Initiative.

Lend Lease’s Regional Development Manager, Rob Moore (left) accepted the Overall Logan Urban Design Award 2018 from Todd Rohl, CEO investLogan, for Yarrabilba’s Buxton Park, which also won the award for Landscape and Urban Infrastructure

Master workshop series for businesses The Logan Office of Economic Development hosts workshops to support local start-ups and established businesses.

These exclusive low-cost workshops are delivered by industry experts to provide participants with valuable insights into the constantly changing business landscape.

They encourage business owners to invest time in planning for future growth, adopting new technologies and investigating better processes.

Each topic will offer a two hour workshop per week, over four weeks.

Limited places are available to create a more personalised outcome.

Start-up businesses can register for the next workshop on 14 November, Utilising effective technology in your business presented by Tiffany English, and established companies are invited to register for Cashflow and financial management to generate profit by Tim Stokes.

For more information visit: loed.com. au/business-support/ courses/masterworkshop-series

Digital Advisory Services The Australian Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS) offers low-cost, high quality digital advisory services for websites, online selling, social media, digital marketing, using small business software and online security and data privacy.

Upcoming workshops are being held on 1 November (Yarrabilba) and 16 November (Logan Central).

For more information visit asbas. rdabrisbane.org.au/#

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DIVISION 11 NEWS

Work starts on Jimboomba retail heart revamp Jimboomba’s retail heart will receive a $14 million dollar facelift with construction underway on a project to redevelop the Jimboomba Shopping Centre.

“It will enhance the look of the area and I can see the shopping centre becoming more of a destination place rather than a place where people only stop by to do their groceries.”

The look of the shopping centre will be transformed with the project to include upgrades to footpaths, additional street lighting, a water feature, shade sails and the installation of public artwork in Cusack Lane.

The project is a joint venture between property groups Pellicano and Zagame Group and is set to include 14 specialty stores and a family restaurant.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz says the works to modernise the centre, along with the developer’s plans to attract 14 locally-owned specialty stores along with other new businesses, is exciting news for Jimboomba.

Cr Schwarz said the community had been waiting a long time for the shopping centre to be redeveloped and she is confident local residents will be excited once they see the final product.

“I encourage the community to keep a watchful eye on construction. The designers have done a great job in keeping the redevelopment in line with local character,” Cr Schwarz said.

Future leader recognised with business prize

Existing tenant Woolworths will also undertake a complete internal refurbishment to align with the new vision and standard for the retail centre.

Zagame Group director of property Peter Runting said the project would expand the site to house 1,200sqm of new retail space.

“We have worked closely with Logan City Council to ensure this development aligns with the needs of the local community and we are thrilled to offer Jimboomba residents a place of convenience, leisure and new employment opportunities,” Mr Runting said.

Work started on site in September and is due for completion August 2019.

Emmaus College year 12 student Alissa Schuller has demonstrated leadership beyond her years to receive the ‘Awardee of Merit’ in the Empowering Young Women’s Award category at the Greater Brisbane Women in Business Awards.

Alissa has connected others to community causes, such as organising a 30km walk to support Mater Little Miracles and she volunteers at a nursing home in her spare time.

Cr Schwarz said Alissa, who is also the cultural captain at her school, was a worthy winner and should be very proud of her significant contribution to the community.

“The awards were to honour outstanding young women who demonstrate significant leadership potential and outstanding qualities or performance—and Alissa possesses all of those qualities,” Cr Schwarz said.

Logan City Council was a major sponsor of the event.

COUNCILLOR TREVINA SCHWARZ

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Start of construction at the Jimboomba Shopping Centre redevelopment: Zagame Group’s Michael Freshwater, Peter Runting, Filip Mladenovski with Cr Trevina Schwarz

Acting Deputy Mayor and City Treasurer Phone: 3412 5511 Email: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au Division 11: Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Glenlogan, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Riverbend, Silverbark Ridge and Woodhill and part of Greenbank, Jimboomba, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 12 NEWS

In the swing of things Councillor Jennie Breene has used divisional funding to install a Liberty Swing at Logan River Parklands, Beenleigh.

A Liberty Swing allows a person with a disability to play on a swing set that is specifically customised with wheelchair access.

The Liberty Swing is an Australian innovation that provides users with the full joy of using a swing, not just rocking back and forth.

It has a lockable seatbelt compartment which contains a lap belt for additional user safety while wheel locks secure the wheelchair wheels.

“I am sure it will greatly improve play time in the park,” Cr Breene said.

“That’s why the Liberty Swing was designed, to ensure that children of all abilities can enjoy the fun of playing in the park.”

Councillor Jennie Breene, Paula Jakavicius from Freedom Aged Care, Anne Gason and Frank Lee

A day to remember the struggle of dementia A special tree planting ceremony has taken place in Doug Larsen Park to mark World Alzheimer’s Day. Councillor Breene said “the struggle with the issue of Dementia and Alzheimer’s is quite close to home for a number of residents and it can be a heartbreaking journey.

“Locally, the Dementia Friendly Community and the Beenleigh Neighbourhood Centre has been proactive in supporting families dealing with Dementia and connecting people with support services.

“Despite that, Dementia remains a mystery to a lot of people. Events like Dementia Awareness Month help to raise the profile of Dementia.”

This planting of the White Oak tree serves as a first step in creating local awareness.

To access free and confidential advice about Dementia and memory loss concerns for yourself and others call 1800 100 500.

Mobile Office Thursday 1 November 2018 2pm-3pm

Mt Warren Park Shopping Village 140-146 Mt Warren Bvd, Mt Warren Park

3.30pm-4.30pm

Eagleby Plaza Shopping Centre 142-164 Fryar Rd, Eagleby

5pm-6pm

Beenleigh Mall 40-68 Main St, Beenleigh

COUNCILLOR JENNIE BREENE Chairperson City Parks, Animals, Environment and Waste Phone: 3412 3412 Mobile: 0411 658 297 Email: jenniebreene@logan.qld.gov.au Division 12: Eagleby, Beenleigh and part of Mt Warren Park. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

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Recycling is changing in Queensland 10c

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From 1 November 2018 a state-wide Container Refund Scheme is being introduced, which will offer a 10 cent refund for each eligible beverage container, delivered to a refund point operated by the state government.

Hairdressers join the NOT NOW, NOT EVER in Logan campaign Research shows that people impacted by domestic or family violence often confide in their hairdresser and that providing support just by listening, can be an important first step in helping to resolve problems.

That’s why Logan City Council, in partnership with the NOT NOW, NOT EVER in Logan community response to domestic and family violence, has distributed more than 2,000 Domestic and Family Violence Quick Help Guides to hair salons across the city.

The guides provide a list of local domestic and family violence support

services, enabling them to offer advice about where to seek support when speaking with someone they suspect is experiencing domestic and family violence.

Quick Help Guides are provided on request for free to businesses and organisations through Council’s Community Safety Program (Phone 3412 4303).

Residents are invited to show their support by displaying NOT NOW, NOT EVER in Logan campaign material, which is available by emailing: logandfvcampaign@yfs.org.au

ONE MONTH TRIAL at InSports Logan

Most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard beverage containers between 150ml and 3L (litres) will be eligible for a refund, by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), when returned to a container refund point.

Charities looking to maximise community benefits from this scheme may also establish donation points to enable community members to ‘donate’ their eligible containers as a funding source.

Householders and business operators who do not wish to transport eligible containers to claim a refund or donate to a charity, can continue to place eligible containers into their yellow-lid recycling bin for collection.

Join the InSports Logan family and experience the benefits for your health

$20 trial membership for one month*

Council policies encourage recycling and laws prohibit the removal of any items from waste and recycling bins as the contents remain the property of the householder or business until collection. Scavenging from public place bins is also prohibited.

Your one month trial membership includes:

• Discounted child minding is available between 9am and 11.30am

• Access to all three InSports Logan gyms

Contact your local InSports Logan Gym to secure your trial membership today.

• Our full range of land-based group fitness classes

loganleisurecentres.com.au/gym

For more information about the scheme, eligible containers and collection points go to: containersforchange.com.au

• A free tailored training program • Access to casual use of indoor courts for basketball—Futsal bookings can be arranged in venue *conditions apply - see website for details.

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ANNUAL RAGWEED

Microchipping

Have you seen this in your garden?

As the name suggests, annual ragweed establishes each year and is germinating now, so be on the lookout at home for this biosecurity matter. Annual ragweed is a restricted invasive plant under the Biosecurity Act 2014 which means it must not be given away, sold or released into the environment without a permit. Annual ragweed can grow to two metres in height and presents with slightly rough, fern-like leaves which are hairy on the underside.

& Chip Check

For control advice call Council on 07 3412 3412 to request a copy of the Biosecurity Queensland fact sheet or for a quote to spray.

Saturday 3 November

Special Offer JUST

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$20

Crestmead Park PCYC, Gimlet Street Crestmead 7.30am-9am

Saturday 24 November Wineglass Drive, Hillcrest (near swimming pool) 7.30am-9am

For more information phone 3412 3412.

THE PAWFECT PACKAGE! Are you looking for the pawfect package?

We've got cats and dogs in all shapes, sizes, breeds and colours looking to find their new homes. Every animal rehomed from the Animal Management Centre is: • registered until 31 August 2019 • desexed • microchipped • heartworm tested (dogs only) • temperament tested and medically assessed • wormed; and

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• hydrobathed (dogs only).

Join us at LEXPO

Prices start from $42 for cats and all dogs are $314—we're not kitten you!

Logan’s Business Expo, 9am-4pm Logan Metro Sports and Entertainment Centre

Come down to the Animal Management Centre, 213 Queens Road, Kingston to find your Pawfect Package today!

This is an exciting new free event that draws together speakers and business experts. It’s the place to build clients, network with other businesses and build connections face to face.

Stalls are still available for exhibitors and we even have a ‘Startup Alley’ for new businesses.

Stalls are $275 gst inc. and can be booked through loganbusinessexpo.com.au LEXPO is a partnership between Logan City Chamber of Commerce Committee and members of the Local Biz Networking Group.

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Council targets aggressive dogs Last year a significant number of dog attacks were reported to Logan City Council.

Many of these attacks were unprovoked, which has prompted the introduction of Watch Dog—a public space canine camera monitoring program accompanied by targeted community education.

All dogs, regardless of breed, temperament or age, have the capacity to bite or injure another animal or person.

Dog attacks, particularly on children, can have serious consequences.

Children under five are most at risk of attack, which often results in life-long injuries or trauma.

The majority of attacks occur in public places such as footpaths and parks, after dogs escape their yards or are not under effective control.

Council’s top tips for keeping your dog and community safe include: • Regularly checking your fencing to ensure it is escape proof.

• Keeping your dog on a leash less than two metres long in public areas.

• Training your dog to return on command. Recall training doesn't take long and provides great stimulation for your pet.

Council acknowledges that the majority of dogs living within the city are man's best friend however Watch Dog will continue to monitor dog park behaviour across the city in the interests of public safety.

For more information or to report a dog attack, please contact the Animal Management Centre on 3412 5397 or visit Council’s website: logan.qld.gov.au

• Socialising your pet in order to decrease aggression towards other dogs and people.

• Having your pet desexed, which greatly decreases wandering and aggressive behaviour.

If your dog attacks or injures another person or animal, Council will investigate and you may be fined and/ or your dog may be declared menacing or dangerous.

Preventing a dog attack is the owner's responsibility.

Be Pet Smart 2019 bookings now open Educating children how to behave around animals reduces the chances of them being attacked or bitten.

That’s why Council offers the Be Pet Smart program at events and early learning childhood centres (3+ years), primary schools, high schools, vacation care centres and community group meetings.

This FREE program delivers a 45 minute interactive presentation which links directly to the Australian curriculum.

The aim is to teach children about their pet ownership responsibilities, how to provide the best care for their pets and how to identify and read a dog’s body language to ensure safe interactions.

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Photo courtesy of Glenn Pokorny

Our live education dogs Hugo and Prince will be on hand to help plush toys Woof, Peppy and Jacky deliver the program.

Each student will receive a Be Pet Smart Activity Book and certificate. A Teachers Resource Guide will be supplied to each class/group booked.

Bookings can be made by calling 3412 5397 or emailing education@logan.qld.gov.au.

FREE HOUSEHOLD PAINT AND CHEMICAL DROP-OFF DAY

KERBSIDE CLEAN-UP SERVICE

Saturday 3 November 2018 - Browns Plains Waste and Recycling Facility It’s a day to mark in your calendar if you have up to 100 litres of paint or up to 10 litres of pesticides, arsenic-based materials, cyanide, photographic solutions, pharmaceuticals, acids, alkalis, solvents or pool chlorine* to drop off for free and safe disposal.

Council will be retaining the containers in which paint and chemicals are presented.

Used motor oil and tyres are accepted at the sites whenever they are open.

There is no charge for disposal of motor oil with the exception of quantities over 20 litres ($0.30 per litre for every litre in excess of 25 litres). Tyre disposal charges start at $4.00 for car tyres.

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For more information, contact Council’s Health, Environment and Waste Branch on 3412 3412.

The collection will be at the Browns Plains Waste and Recycling Facility (41 Recycle Way, Heritage Park) from 8am to 4pm.

The service is not available to commercial waste generators. * Materials that do not fall into these categories will not be accepted.

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Toy Drive Bring a smile to a child’s face this Christmas by donating to Logan City Council’s Christmas Toy Drive.

This year’s beneficiaries are: •

Able Australia “Caddies”

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Centro Centre

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Family and Kids Care Foundation

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Kingdom Light Centre

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Kingston East Neighbourhood Group

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Lighthouse Care

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Logan East Community Care

Please wrap gifts and mark with the appropriate age and gender.

Your kind donation will be distributed to children across the city.

Donations can be dropped at the following locations.

Friday 7 December 2018 11.30am – 2.30pm Logan Metro Sports & Events Centre 357 Browns Plains Road, Crestmead Celebrate Christmas with friends, or host your staff and valuable clients, at the City of Logan Christmas Lunch.

This popular event brings together our Logan City Councillors, community, volunteer and business leaders from across the city to celebrate the achievements of the past 12 months.

Tickets include a buffet lunch, a drink on arrival and entertainment from MC Terry Hansen as well as local community groups.

Dress: Corporate Individual Tickets: $65 + booking fee Table Of Ten (10 tickets): $600 + booking fee Seating is limited so please reserve your places quickly to avoid disappointment. To buy tickets, visit: bit.ly/LoganChristmasLunch

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Mt Lindesay Ulysses 2018 Toy Run event Middle Green Sports Club, Greenbank (Sun 2 Dec)

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Logan City Council Administration Centre 150 Wembley Rd, Logan Central (accepting gifts until 14 Dec)

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Audi Centre Springwood 3389 Pacific Highway, Springwood (15 Nov—7 Dec)

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City of Logan Christmas Lunch Logan Metro Sports & Events Centre (Fri 7 Dec) Ticketed event (available for confirmed guests only)

For more information, please email events@logan.qld.gov.au