Our Logan Magazine - May 2018

Volume 68 May 2018

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taught generations to swim

Rock ‘n’ Roll stage play returns

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: Rebecca Smith

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Billy Buckett, a local production reborn

Snapshot of jobs and transport

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Graphic design: Natalie Matthews Front cover image: Laurie Lawrence Photo: Leah Desborough 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.

Logan’s libraries celebrate Under Eights Week

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Logan’s LEAF Festival returns

24 Beenleigh’s development boosted

Kingston School becomes mining industry partner

News Editor: Martin King Writers: Zoe Krieg Martin King Julie Brumfield-Jones Ivy Ramos Sam Burgess Zane Jackson Rebecca Waters Jan Le Maitre

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MAYOR — Luke Smith

DIVISION 2 — Cr Russell Lutton

Representing the whole of the City of Logan.

DIVISION 3 — Cr Steve Swenson

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

DIVISION 7 — Cr Laurie Smith

Representing Slacks Creek and part of Underwood, Springwood, Kingston, Tanah Merah, Loganholme and Daisy Hill.

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

All content accurate as of 13 April 2018.

Boronia Heights

Div 3

Park Ridge

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Div 6 Waterford

Logan Reserve

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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

Holmview

Chambers Flat

Munruben

New Beith

Eagleby

Div 12 Beenleigh Mount Warren Park

Bahrs Scrub 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

Flagstone

Riverbend Glenlogan Kagaru

Kairabah

Jimboomba Tamborine

Cedar Vale

DIVISION 9 — Cr Phil Pidgeon Representing Logan Reserve, Chambers Flat, Stockleigh and part of Park Ridge, Crestmead, Waterford West, Park Ridge South, Munruben, North Maclean and South Maclean.

DIVISION 6 — Cr Stacey McIntosh Representing Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.

DIVISION 4 — Cr Laurie Koranski

Woodhill

Veresdale

Cedar Creek

Yarrabilba

Cedar Grove

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Loganholme

Park Ridge South

North Maclean

Div 10 Carbrook

Edens Landing

Buccan

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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

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 Mayor Welcome to the May edition of Our Logan.

At the opening of the Brisbane Roar’s new headquarters at Logan Metro Sports grounds with Cr Steve Swenson, Cr Jennie Breene, Roar Coach John Aloisi, and Cr Trevina Schwarz

There are few people in Queensland who are as recognisable as Laurie Lawrence, due to his larger than life personality and success as a Commonwealth and Olympic Games coach and motivator.

What many people don’t know is that Laurie has been responsible for teaching hundreds of thousands of people to swim during his career as a swimming coach and pioneered teaching infants to swim at his swim school at Underwood.

To mark his 35-year association with our city, we look back at Laurie’s remarkable life and how he is continuing to contribute to our community.

This month, we also celebrate the return of an old favourite—Billy Buckett —A Rock ‘n” Roll Love Story, a local musical play that will be staged at the Logan Entertainment Centre later this month. Written by Beenleigh author, songwriter and playwright Jay Turner and his wife Cath Mundy, the production is a truly local affair with many of the cast and six-piece band, The Asteroids, calling Logan their home.

The production is one of many initiatives supported by Council and the Queensland Government through the Regional Arts Development Fund

It was a pleasure to host the inaugural City of Logan Mayor’s Gala Ball fundraiser with Mayoress, Andrea Smith

to encourage local arts workers and performers.

On the issue of working locally, it is pleasing to note that an increasing percentage of our workforce reside in Logan, according to recently released Census figures. They show that the number of residents working in Logan has increased by 15.5 percent over five years, indicating how our businesses, construction and services sectors are more than keeping pace with our growing population.

Cassie Lamos’ (centre) fund raising efforts for her son Malakhai, who has Nieman-Picks Disease Type A, were helped along by bids for auctioned teddy bears from Hilda Horváth and Tim Kovac (left) and Denise and Allan Payne (right)

for Beenleigh, which is designed to encourage developers to choose Beenleigh as a preferred site for mixed use buildings, office space and cinemas.

It’s part of a wider plan for our city— backed by an Investment Attraction Incentives Fund—to create hubs that draw people and businesses to our key centres, making our city an even better place to live.

Mining could soon be joining our major employment sectors, as a result of the partnership between the Kingston State College and the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy.

This partnership is designed to encourage and prepare students for tertiary study in science, technology engineering and maths—as well as a wide range of trades—by providing exposure to the industry through visits to mines, universities and heavy industry manufacturers.

It’s a great initiative and one which will pay dividends for the entire community.

Another initiative that will support our development is the announcement of a declared Economic Development Zone

Mayor Luke Smith City of Logan

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Laurie Lawrence

a local legend who taught generations to swim For more than 30 years, Laurie Lawrence was a household name in Australia, inextricably linked with Olympic athletes as the man who coached and motivated the Australian swimming team to achieve the impossible, time and time again.

Inducted into Sports Australia’s Hall of fame in 1991, Laurie has continued to champion learn to swim classes for all, teaching generations of Queenslanders at his Laurie Lawrence Swim School in Underwood.

His passion for infant aquatics and elite swimming saw him recognised with the prestigious Gold Medallion from the International Swimming Hall Of Fame (ISHOF) last year. He stands in ISHOF alone as an international swimming coach and infant specialist.

Now 76, and still very actively involved in every facet of an international learn to swim business, Laurie said a childhood disease ultimately determined his path in life.

“I had bronchiectasis, which is a lung disease—coupled with asthma as a child. I had the bottom lobe of my left lung taken out as a kid,” Laurie recalled.

“I was told I had to exercise to keep the lungs clear, so dad, who had started out as a shearers’ cook at Winton—and had turned his hand to managing hotels in North Queensland —changed jobs and became manager at Townsville’s Tobruk Memorial Pool.

“He became manager of the pool when I was 10 and he still had it when I married.”

Laurie said as a young teen he became besotted by elite swimmers, such as Dawn Fraser, Murray Rose, Dr. David Theile, Lorraine Crapp and Jon Henricks, who visited the pool for winter training in the lead up to the 1956 Melbourne Olympics and even gave up his bed to the Olympic champion Henricks.

“I can remember the final trial swims vividly. That afternoon the stands from the nearby football stadium

were lifted over the fence of the pool and it became like a colosseum for the last carnival before the games.

“I think it was something like 27 world records that were broken that night because it was a 55yard pool and they were breaking records for distances measured in metres and yards simultaneously.

“I saw numerous world records broken that night.

“There wasn’t TV in those days, so I sat in the kiosk listening to a crackly old radio. ABC radio called the swimming and I devoured every race. We won every freestyle swimming race and every relay. Dawn Fraser, Murray Rose, Jon Henricks, Lorraine Crapp, David Theile became household names. We won eight or nine out of 13 races.

“We were the number one swimming nation in the world and I think it’s because the team went to Townsville, trained during the winter and the coaches cooperated and competed.”

From left: Jackie and Arthur, Gemma and Scarlett, Laurie Lawrence, Martiine and Clancy; and Bianca and Chase taking a lesson at the Laurie Lawrence Swim School at the Logan North Aquatic Centre

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Despite the experience, Laurie didn’t decide to become a swimming coach.

At first he wanted to be a primary school teacher.

“I went to teachers college where Shorty Southgate was the rugby union coach. He also gave out scholarships to go to university, so that’s how I got my teaching degree and went on to play rugby for Australia on the 1964 tour of New Zealand,” Laurie said.

The turning point in Laurie’s life was less than a year later when he was transferred to a new school.

“I was so sick. I was transferred from Brisbane to Toowoomba and had asthma and chest complaints. I was on the oval trying to teach PE from a chair. I was a mess. I just resigned.

“I had no job and dad said ‘come back to Townsville and get yourself well’. I lived at the pool with him and just started teaching kids to swim, and the rest, as they say, is history.

“Two years later I went to America to see why they were emerging as the swimming team to beat. I worked under Don Gambril, who was the head American swimming coach. He sent me to observe numerous American coaches including coach Sherm Chavoor, who coached Debbie Myer, Mike Burton and Mark Spitz, who later won seven Olympic gold medals.

“All these coaches worked their athletes twice as hard as we did.”

Soon after, Laurie moved to Sydney where he took over as swim coach from Don Talbot and began training

Steve Holland, a 15-year-old who quickly became the youngest ever world champion and held numerous world records. In 1973, Laurie married one of his former swimmers, Jocelyn Glen, and they moved to Slacks Creek.

“I came here to Logan 40 years ago when I got married, bought a little house on the highway, built a teaching pool and started to teach kids how to swim. Many of these kids later represented Australia at the Olympics.

“As they grew I took them to Chandler and from there put kids that I’d originally taught to swim, through training to win medals at the Olympic Games. I don’t think there are too many coaches around that can say they’ve taken kids from putting their faces in the water to medals at the Olympics.”

Having trained swimmers who had broken 23 world records and won gold, silver and bronze Olympic medals in 1996, Laurie was appointed the official Australian Olympic Swimming Team Motivator and attended eight Olympic Games while continuing to operate his learn to swim school in Underwood.

“Six years ago, the land where the swimming school was in Underwood became too valuable and I needed to sell, but I had a loyal staff, many for more than 30 years. I met with the

Council and said, “You can have the swim school for nothing if you employ all my teachers and we struck a deal.”

“Our joint goal was to build the quality of teaching in the Logan area and to teach people to swim. We’ve now got 50 instructors and about 1,500 people attending classes each week, aged from four months to adults.”

In 2014, the Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School at Logan North Aquatic Centre was recognised when it won the National AUSTSWIM Recognised Swim Centre of the Year, an award given to the best swim school in Australia.

“One of my proudest contributions is that now, with Council’s assistance, we provide five free lessons to kids in Logan who otherwise can’t afford it, at Logan North Aquatic Centre during the September school holidays,” Laurie said.

“For some children, these are all the lessons they get in the year. They learn to float, they learn to move through the water, they look at the depths of the pool and explore. It’s amazing how much they learn. The Logan City Council has helped pave the way for this “Learn To Swim” week which has become part of the national calendar for swim schools all over Australia “If kids can learn to save themselves and enjoy the water, we’ve done our job.”

Bookings for the Aqualogan Laurie Lawrence Swim School children’s learn to swim classes can be made by calling 3412 5645 during office hours. 5

A home grown Rock ‘n’ Roll musical is reborn A story written 30 years ago in England about the 1950s rock ‘n’ roll scene in the county of Essex, has been reborn in Logan.

Author, songwriter and playwright Jay Turner said the original 1988 script for Billy Buckett had been improved over time with the assistance of his wife Cath Mundy, a theatre and music graduate.

“I had initial success with the show in the UK, but couldn’t attract a publisher,” says Jay, “so I shelved the project in favour of my career as a folk-singer/ songwriter.

“Later, whilst touring in Australia in 1995, I met Cath.”

Reviewing Billy Buckett in 2010 after moving to Logan, the couple felt it still had promise. “We were amazed at how funny and moving it still was and how fresh the songs sounded, so we punted it again, this time via the internet”.

Almost immediately, UK publisher Stagescripts agreed to represent the show, but signing with the publisher meant a complete make-over was required.

“We cut irrelevant characters, improved character arcs and wrote new scenes”, Jay remembers. “I added more songs, re-worked the existing ones to sound more distinctly British and Cath completed the score “.

Beenleigh Theatre Group offered the couple a World Premiere Season of the upgraded show, with 19 original songs, performed by a live band. Renamed Billy Buckett—A Rock ‘n’ Roll Love Story, the first full production played nine sold-out shows at the Crete Street Theatre, in 2013.

“We were gob-smacked by the response—full houses, standing ovations and rave reviews”, Jay recalls.

Later that year, Billy Buckett—A Rock ‘n’ Roll Love Story won five Gold Coast Area Theatre Awards, including the Gold Palm for ‘Most Nominated Production’, an outstanding result for an unknown musical.

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Doug Rumble as ‘Big Ted’ and Allison Nipperess as ‘Mo’. Photo: Vincent Swift Photography

“The demand from fans—we call them ‘Billy Buckett Believers’—became so intense last year that we launched a crowd-funding campaign to kick-start a new production. Within a month, the Believers had raised over $10,000 so, as the old saying goes, the show will go on!”

The 2018 Footlights Theatrical Inc. production will re-unite many of the 2013 cast, band, crew and creative team, featuring local rising stars Stephen Dorrington as Billy Buckett and Lauren Lee Innis-Youren as Jan Burns.

With six-piece band The Asteroids providing the rockin’ heartbeat to the show, Jay hopes the audiences will be ‘dancin’ in the aisles’.

Billy Buckett—A Rock ‘n’ Roll Love Story plays FOUR SHOWS ONLY at Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central, 17-19 May, 2018.

Tickets are available online at www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au or phone the box office on 3412 5626.

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

The changing nature of jobs and transport in Logan With the number of tradies’ vehicles on the road, it may come as no surprise that the building and construction industry is now the major employment sector in Logan with almost 16,000 people saying that was how they earned a living in the 2016 Census.

Of Logan’s 131,894 employed residents, 52,635 (39.9%) live and work in Logan.

An almost equal amount, 52,337 (39.7%) travel to Brisbane to work.

This is followed by Gold Coast (6.8%) and Ipswich (2.7%). 5.9% of Logan residents indicated no fixed place of work (e.g. contractors, tradespeople).

Encouragingly, since 2011, the number of employed City of Logan residents working within Logan has increased from 45,582 (36.9%) to 52,635 (39.9%).

Overall this represents an increase of 15.5% over the five year period.

The Census figures also indicated significant changes to the growing and shrinking employment sectors in the city, with large falls in manufacturing, retail and wholesale trade, offset by increases in almost all other sectors, led by education and training; health care and social assistance; and building construction.

City of Logan Snapshot Journey to Work 2011-2016 Live in City of Logan - work in: No fixed address

5.8% Other 5.1%

Gold Coast

Only 5.9 percent of City of Logan residents used public transport compared with 9.1 per cent in the South-East Queensland Region, and 77.9 percent of Logan residents used a private vehicle compared to an average of 70 percent.

It goes a long way to explaining why 59 percent of households have access to two or more vehicles compared with an average of 54 percent in the SouthEast Queensland Region—and why our roads have become so congested.

Logan

6.8%

39.9%

Brisbane (39.7%) Gold Coast (6.8%) Ipswich (2.7%) Other (5.1%) No fixed address (5.8%)

Brisbane 39.7%

The use of private vehicles to travel to work has also increased.

In 2016, there were 7,778 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Logan City, compared with 102,835 who travelled in private vehicles as a driver or passenger in a car, truck or on a motorbike.

Logan (39.9%)

Ipswich 2.7%

Top 4 Employing Industries of Logan Residents

Construction 15,784

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Health & Social 15,178

Retail Trade 13,864

Manufacturing 12,841

Top 4 Increases - Employing Industries of Logan Residents

+ Education & Training +1,722 +21%

Health & Social

Construction

+1,697

+1,406

+13%

+10%

Transport, Postal & Warehousing +579 +6%

*Note: The above statistics relate to employed City of Logan residents, and includes jobs both in and outside the City of Logan.

Source: https://profile.id.com.au/logan/residents

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DIVISION 1 NEWS

Roadworks continue in Division 1 Make sure you’re careful on the roads in the next few weeks because Logan City Council workmen and women will be out in force improving our roads, drainage and public transport infrastructure.

Work is underway–and will continue into June–on two sections of Louise St, Underwood.

The first worksite is near the corner of Simon St; and second is near the Louise St junctions with Camrose Cr and Celia St. Storm water drainage inlets and selected sections of kerb and channel are being replaced.

Works will be generally occur between 6.30am and 3.30pm Monday to Friday.

Access to driveways will be maintained by placing a steel plate over the work site when works are not being undertaken. Any disturbance to the footpath will be restored to the original condition; however; slight variances to aesthetics are unavoidable until the new turf is established.

University of the Third Age Hitting retirement age doesn’t mean you have to stop learning.

The University of the Third Age, or U3A, is proof of that, offering more than 50 courses in Logan to stimulate the mind and muscles of participants, whose days of work and homemaking are behind them.

There are exams—and no academic requirements are needed to start learning—just a thirst for knowledge according to Logan’s U3A coordinator, Martin Bridgstock.

Offering classes from history and philosophy to more practical skills like painting, photography and walking for fitness. Mr Bridgstock said the U3A had something for everyone.

“People are living years beyond retirement age now and they’re looking to do things they’ve never done before like learn a language, history, or learn to play bridge,” he said.

“The U3A gives them an opportunity to fulfil what they want to do. Older people want to do stimulating activities, and it is very beneficial to do that.”

Mr Bridgstock said apart from learning new skills and keeping mentally stimulated, attendees reaped other rewards.

“It really is astounding how many ongoing friendships are formed in classes,” he said.

Wastewater pipeline CCTV inspections and cleaning of infrastructure continues in Beverley Ave, Underwood Rd, Rothon Dr, Darnick St, Logan Rd, Springwood Rd, Rochedale Rd, Jeanette Ave, Briggs Rd and Murrajong Rd 8

Classes are taken in various venues across the city, with many taking place in Logan North Library and other sites in Division 1.

Councillor Lisa Bradley attended a recent open day at the U3A and saw first-hand some of the classes in action.

Cr Bradley recommended residents in her division take advantage of the classes on their doorstep.

“I commend the U3A for the work they do in offering so many activities to the community,” Cr Bradley said.

Some of the activities offered in Division 1 include painting, history, Mahjong, camera club, travellers group, philosophy, guitar lessons, French language lessons, walking for fitness at the Daisy Hill Conservation Park, photography and hand-bell ringing.

U3A members learn together in a collegiate culture of like-minded peers who share a common goal of learning for pleasure.

In addition to keeping students minds’ active, U3A also positively addresses potential mental health problems that may emerge in older age such as a loss of social contact, lack of intellectual stimulation and a decreased sense of self-worth.

For more information, email u3alogan@ gmail.com or call 3341 1154.

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 Summit The civic and cultural heart

Now it’s Logan Central’s turn to shine Logan Central will be the focus of the planning world this month as the Council prepares to host another in its successful series of summits.

The Logan Central Summit on 11 May will bring together leaders in place making and design, infrastructure policy, urban innovation and development to decide how to revitalise the major activity areas in the suburb.

The areas include Station Rd shopping precinct, Wembley Rd business strip and the Council administration/cultural precinct.

Of course, community input will be vital in deciding what projects and places get priority, so the public is invited and encouraged to take part.

Councillor Russell Lutton says Logan Central is the heart of the city and Logan deserves a city centre we can be proud of.

“There’s so much potential for Logan Central and Woodridge,” Cr Lutton said.

“The Station Road precinct and the Logan City Centre retail precinct are already quite popular but I think they could be better.

Community garden grows

“We need to think big so that the sort of transformation that has occurred recently in Station Road can be repeated elsewhere.”

The residents of Woodridge now have a garden of their own, even if they don’t have a yard.

He said the forum will go a long way towards deciding the future of the suburb so it is important that the public gives feedback.

Last year, Access Community Services successfully applied for funding from the Division 2 Community Benefit Fund, Department of Premier and Cabinet’s We are Queensland grant fund and to the Member for Woodridge, Cameron Dick MP, to build a community garden in Elm Park.

Councillor Russell Lutton said the garden is about more than just growing plants.

“It is designed to connect the community by encouraging neighbours, community organisations and people from different backgrounds to get to know each other, share food, culture and gardening practices,” Cr Lutton said.

The Logan Central Summit is being held at the Logan Entertainment Centre on Wembley Rd. For more information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au and search for Logan Central Summit.

People unable to attend the summit will still be able to give feedback online and at other community engagement events.

“It’s initiatives like this that promote community harmony and gives those without enough space for a good garden an opportunity to try something new.

“I’d like to thank Access Community Services for partnering with Council to make this great neighbourhood initiative happen.”

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

Alfred Street Pump Station Logan Saints player Kyle Howlett was last month selected to play in the World Deaf Rugby 7s tournament in Sydney.

He is pictured with club Treasurer Phil Beresford

Work has started on the next phase of multi-million dollar improvements to the Alfred Street wastewater pump station in Slacks Creek.

As Logan’s largest pump station, the plant has provided wastewater services to the city for more than three decades.

The project will improve the safety and efficiency of the station, replace old pumps and pipework and install new lifting equipment.

Division 3 Councillor, Steve Swenson said the new work should be finished by the end of the year.

“This next phase will reduce potential odour impacts from the facility and upgrade existing electrical switchboards,” he said.

Saints create second tier comp The Logan Saints Rugby Union Club is working to create a second tier of competition to build new pathways for up and coming players.

The club, that can count amongst its past ranks Wallabies stars Matt Toomua and Nick Cummins, is keen to nurture more champions of the future.

Kyle Howlett, an 18 year old player, is an example of the club’s rugby talent, having been selected to play in the World Deaf Rugby 7s tournament in Sydney last month.

It was the biggest Deaf Rugby 7s tournament the world has seen and Kyle said he was thrilled to be selected.

“It’s such an exciting opportunity to play against the world’s best,” he said.

Saints Treasurer Phil Beresford says Kyle is an example of some of the talent coming through the ranks in Logan.

“There is a giant pool of great players in this area and Logan Saints wants 10

to provide a stronger pathway to the top level for young players,” he said.

“We’ve got some brilliant juniors who are ready to move forward into the next level and we are now focussed on getting to that next stage.”

“Once completed, this pump station will be able to process around 1,300 litres of wastewater per second to meet the water needs of this growing city for years to come.

“It also allows Council to improve the efficiency of our waste system and reduce maintenance costs.”

The new works will be conducted from Monday to Friday between 6.30am and 6.30pm and will be confined to the plant site.

Divisional Councillor Steve Swenson says the club will continue to be a breeding ground for talented young players.

“By providing another tier of competition, Logan Saints will be able to offer even greater opportunities for local players from this region to progress and develop their rugby,” he said.

Cr Swenson inspects improvements at the Alfred Street pump station

Mobile Office Tuesday 15 May 2018 2.30pm–4pm Magellan Park

5-19 Raleigh Street, Springwood

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.

Looking for something to do this autumn and winter?

What’s on at your local Logan City Council Libraries MAY – JULY 2018

Look no further than your local Logan City Council Library or Logan Art Gallery for something interesting, different and educational.

NAIDOC Week events See page 21

Celebrating heritage at Mayes Cottage See page 24 and 25

Meet our authors: Kristina Olsson and Aleesah Darlison See page 27

There’s plenty to keep the kids amused, with the First 5 Forever schedule of events for young children, activities during Under Eights Week, and a wide range of school holiday activities with robots, magic shows, Calypto the Gloss Black Cockatoo, music groups, exhibitions, guest speakers, movie screenings and workshops to keep children of all ages engaged.

The What’s on guide also includes current and planned exhibitions at Logan Art Gallery, workshops, Logan Live Music Month, free events and Music in the Gallery performances.

What’s on is available from all libraries, Logan Art Gallery, customer service centres and online at www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on and www.logan.qld.gov.au/galleryevents

Celebrating Under Eights Week: See page 5

www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on

What’s on at Logan Art Gallery May, June and July 2018

Logan Art Gallery exhibitions 4 May to 9 June 2018 Stephen Dupont: Piksa Niugini — New Guinea portraits and diaries This touring exhibition by Australian photographer, Stephen Dupont, presents a series of photographic works created during his numerous trips to Papua New Guinea which span over a decade. In this exhibition, Dupont has documented the changing face of Papua New Guinea and powerful impact of globalisation on the fabric of its traditional Melanesian society.

Kris Estreich: Small wonders and quirky connections In this exhibition, Bethania artist Kris Estreich uses assemblage and collage to fuse political and environmental commentary with humour and playfulness. Estreich’s works also draw attention to the threatened koala habitat in Logan.

Kris Estreich, Unusual encounters, 2017, acrylic and collage on paper

World Environment Day posters World Environment Day posters brings together a collection of vibrant artworks designed by Logan’s young artists.

It’s an annual global event for positive environmental action. The day has been celebrated since 1972 and has grown to become one of the main vehicles through which the United Nations stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and encourages political attention and action.

Kali Groenewoud, Connect to nature, 2017, Woodhill State School, grade 6, Mayor’s choice 2017

Songs from Billy Buckett — A Rock ‘n’ Roll Love Story

Stephen Dupont, Sing-Sing, Mt Hagen, Papua New Guinea #23, 2004, silver gelatin photograph

Saturday 5 May, 2pm to 3.30pm, Logan Art Gallery Hear the cast and seven-piece stage band ‘The Asteroids’ perform a medley of songs from the hit musical Billy Buckett, featured on page 6. This is a free event and light refreshments will be served.

Bookings are essential by Thursday 3 May via www.logan.qld.gov.au/galleryevents or phone 3412 5519.

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EVENTS BEENLEIGH YATALA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 22ND ANNUAL PRAWN DAY Friday 4 May, from 11am 148 Marks Rd, Woongoolba Bookings essential from www.trybooking.com/347103

THE ORCHID AND THE CROW

A comedy about an atheist surviving cancer by finding God in Lance Armstrong — with songs!

Daniel effortlessly draws us into the inspiring tale of his near-death experience in this funny, uplifting story of faith, family and survival.

This performance contains occasional coarse language and adult themes.

Suitable for audiences 15 years+

LOGAN CENTRAL SUMMIT Friday 11 May, Logan Entertainment Centre. See page 24 for details.

INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY TALK AND MORNING TEA with Art Gallery Coordinator, Michael Wardell Friday 18 May, 10am–11am Logan Art Gallery Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central Bookings 3412 5519 2018 AUSTRALIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL Friday 18 May and Saturday 19 May Mayes Cottage, 20 Mawarra St, Kingston. See page 17 for details.

THURSDAY 24 MAY, 7.30PM Entry $35pp Concession $30pp Group 8+/Members $28pp

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HOW SWEET IT IS STARRING FRANKIE J. HOLDEN AND MICHELLE PETTIGROVE Together, Frank and Michelle present a unique and entertaining show delighting you with its honesty and humour.

Performing some of the greatest songs about love, marriage, children and all the other facets of being a couple. This is a great opportunity to see two of our bestloved performers ‘up close and personal’.

RUM, RUMP AND RHYTHM Saturday 19 May, 5pm–9pm Beenleigh Town Square. See page 29.

SANTHOM MULTICULTURAL DANCE AND FOOD FEST Saturday 26 May, 11am–5pm 108-112 Middle Rd, Hillcrest

FRIDAY 1 JUNE,

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

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FROM BROADWAY TO BALLROOM STARRING LIZA BEAMISH AND LACHLAN BAKER Starring seasoned opera performers Liza Beamish and Lachlan Baker and the recently awarded 2015 World Dance Council Champions Emma and Rhett Salmon.

Together, Liza, Lachlan, Emma and Rhett will deliver an unforgettable and vibrant performance, captivating audiences both young and old with their beautiful voices and spectacular dance routines.

BILLY BUCKETT – A ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LOVE STORY’ FOUR SHOWS ONLY Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central, May 16-19, 2018.

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Tickets available at www. loganentertainmentcentre.com.au or phone the box office on 3412 5626.

SUNDAY 13 MAY, 1.30PM

Mother’s Day Lunch starts at 12pm Mother’s Day Lunch & Show $50pp Entry $35pp*, Concession $30pp* Group 8+/Members $28pp* * Balcony seat (show only).

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Celebrate Library and Information Week 19-26 May Find yourself in a Library, is this year’s theme, so we’re encouraging people to visit a Logan City Council Library for a number of special events.

Visiting author Kristina Olsson will share her Memoir: A book of your own while Aleesah Darlinson, one of Australia’s most popular children’s authors will visit the Logan North and Logan West libraries.

To celebrate Under Eights Week, Logan City Council Libraries will run a series of events for children around the theme: Children exploring language and culture. These events celebrate language and culture and encourage early years’ development by talking, reading, singing and playing.

This year Under Eights Week celebrations include • The Circular Rhythm Show with Lucas Proudfoot.

Suitable for all children up to 12 years old.

• The Treasure of Captain Curlylocks show combines comedy, music and audience participation.

Suitable for ages three to eight years.

• Everybody stop—read with a beat. Join local musicians, Mad Mike and Junior as they celebrate language, music and stories.

• National Simultaneous Storytime. Join thousands of children across Australia for a special reading of Hickory Dickory Dash written by Tony Wilson and illustrated by Laura Wood. Suitable for ages two to five years.

Celebrate language and culture during Under Eights Week with Aboriginal author and entertainer, Lucas Proudfoot

Times, venues and booking details are listed at: www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on Logan City Council Libraries proudly support the First 5 Forever literacy initiative, funded by the State Library of Queensland and the Queensland Government.

Renowned nature photographer Steve Parish, OAM will also visit Logan in May. He will share his experiences behind the lens photographing Australia in A life connected to nature and will also speak about how people express themselves in an age of digital photography in From darkroom to drones.

Our staff will be conducting Behind the scenes tours this year, with Logan North and Marsden libraries showcasing what happens behind the public areas of the library.

A special literature-themed trivia night will also be held at Logan North Library.

To book into any of these sessions, visit your nearest Logan City Council library or go online: www.loganlibraries.org/whats-on

To see how you can save time and money, watch the Don’t Rush to Flush video at www.dontrushtoflush.com.au

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DIVISION 4 NEWS

Australian Peacekeeping Week In a few months’ time, Windaroo’s Bob Whiley will walk to a local park and pay tribute to Australia’s little known war veterans, our peacekeepers and peacemakers.

Australian Peacekeeping Week is celebrated from 11–16 September and it’s a trek Bob has been doing for nearly 18 years, since he instigated the construction of a peacekeepers memorial near his home.

Bob is a Vietnam veteran and saw firsthand the important role peacekeepers played in times of conflict.

“One Christmas I got to thinking they (peacekeepers) haven’t got their own memorial so I wanted to build them something,” he said.

Bob rallied local builders, community groups and Council–and in 2000 the shrine that now stands in Windaroo Peace Memorial Park was opened.

Divisional Councillor Laurie Koranski has urged residents to join Bob at the memorial.

“Australians have contributed to operations that have kept the peace and saved lives for more than 70 years and I hope residents will join Bob in acknowledging their efforts,” she said.

“I’d also like to say thank you to Bob for his passion in building this memorial which I am sure will play a vital role in honouring our peacekeepers for years to come.”

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Windaroo resident Bob Whiley with Cr Koranski at the Peacekeepers Memorial in Windaroo Peace Memorial Park

Zali to walk the international pageant stage Seven year old Zali Crouch from Windaroo, will represent Australia at the Royal International Miss Pageants in Florida, this July—an event designed to empower young women and build a positive self-image.

Zali will compete against girls from all around the world in the categories of modelling and public speaking.

The idea of entering pageants occurred to Zali and her mum, Mellissa, when they noticed other young models were entering local competitions.

PHOTO: Seven year old Zali Crouch from Windaroo will represent Australia at an international pageant contest in Florida in July

They decided to give it a try—which resulted in Zali taking the reigning title of Little Miss Glitz Australia, last November.

“I could see straight away that Zali loved being on stage,” Mellissa said.

“She gets so much confidence out of it and everyone is so supportive. She also loves making new friends.”

The Florida trip will be a dream come true for Zali, who said she has always wanted to visit Walt Disney World.

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

Things are a lot calmer in Marsden now Resident Mark Farry welcomed the introduction of speed platforms in his street

Lead foots in Marsden beware— your days are numbered!

already seen average speeds drop to 48km/h from 73km/h.

Council has installed speed platforms on Pauline and Emeralds Streets as Stage 1 of the Marsden traffic program.

Pauline St resident Mark Farry said he welcomed Cr Raven’s actions.

Councillor Jon Raven said after receiving numerous complaints from residents about speeding he decided to act.

“Council traffic engineers surveyed a number of streets in the area and found that there were chronic speed issues,” he said.

“Considering all of the streets we looked at are 50km/h zones it was scary that there were speeds over 120km/h that weren’t just late at night, but at all times of the day,” Cr Raven said.

“I live in this area so I know how much speeding and hooning disturbs the peace and frustrates locals.

“Speed platforms aren’t an ideal solution for this problem, but they do make streets quieter and safer, so it’s the best option.”

He said speed platforms on Cedarwood St, Berrinba have

“I’ve been here since 1982 and we’ve had two cars crash into our front yard,” Mr Farry said.

“You see some cars doing 100km/h down here, but since the speed platforms have come in I reckon they have reduced speeding by 80 percent.”

Stage 2 of the program will mean additional speed platforms for Princess St, Kurrajong Dr, Blue-Gum Dr and Homestead St. Councillor Raven said community feedback would guide Council’s future actions.

“It takes times to consult with the residents who live closest to the proposed platforms, but it’s important to let them know what is happening.

“When I’m doorknocking people about the next round of platforms they just want to know how soon we can install them.”

Logan artists go on display More than 40 works from Logan artists are on display at a hidden gem of an attraction in Loganlea.

Shades of LAA (Logan Artists Association) at the Art and Pottery Studios at Able Gallery in Coral St, runs until the 23 May and features work by many of the artists who regularly use the studios.

LAA president and coordinator Di Flack said the exhibition features works using oils, watercolours, pastels as well as pottery.

Councillor Jon Raven said the association has been an integral part of the arts scene in Logan for nearly 30 years.

“Like all volunteer organisations it runs on the contributions of its members,” Cr Raven said.

“Di and her team have done great work to grow their membership and activate the Able Gallery with high quality exhibitions by local talent.”

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

Sky’s the limit for karate kid Beau Beau Parsons has his sights set on one goal.

The Waterford 11-year-old wants to achieve his black belt in traditional karate by August, just three years after taking up the sport.

He trains with TSKF Beenleigh at Windaroo State School and has loved every minute since he started training.

“I love meeting people from a different culture (Japan) and going to competitions,” Beau said.

“It’s fun, gets you active and teaches you discipline, and you get to meet famous karate teachers.”

Beau met Sensai Takahashi Shunsuke Shihan OAM at the recent TSKFA/ISKFA Championships held in South Australia, and said it was one of his greatest achievements to date.

Beau has achieved his brown belt—the last belt before black—and has many first place trophies to his name.

Councillor Stacey McIntosh said Beau’s commitment to training set a shining example for other youngsters.

“He has competed extensively for his age and you can see how passionate he is about his training,” she said.

“It takes a lot of dedication to reach the levels Beau has and we should all be proud of him.

“I wish him all the best as he heads towards reaching his black belt.”

Beau Parsons shows Councillor Stacey McIntosh a karate move

New skate park comes to fruition The efforts of an Edens Landing teenager to campaign for a skate park in the area are paying off.

Cr McIntosh said she was happy to progress Ramon’s ideas to Council’s Parks Branch.

A new skate park is being built at Leighton Fields after Ramon Agerbeek contacted Councillor Stacey McIntosh in 2016 to put forward a proposal.

“The proposal was really well-researched, providing a suggested location that worked well with public transport in the area, as well as showing other benefits for the people who would use it,” she said.

Ramon said a skate park would enable local youngsters to enjoy skateboarding as well as riding BMX bikes and scooters in the suburb.

“A big positive of the skate park will be keeping us more active and fit,” he said.

“I’m thrilled to say the skate park is now under construction and should be completed by the end of June, weather permitting.”

The skate park components are being built on a concrete slab, and will include a grind rail, quarter pipe, roll in and quarter pipe, bank to bank, grind box and spine.

COUNCILLOR STACEY MCINTOSH Phone: 3412 3412 Email: staceymcintosh@logan.qld.gov.au

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Division 6: Bethania, Meadowbrook, Waterford, Holmview, Edens Landing and part of Loganholme.

Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

Celebrating heritage at Mayes Cottage At 10.30am children aged six and over will see what there is to discover on the grounds of Mayes Cottage during the Hands-on Fun for Junior Archaeologists Activity.

The Australian Heritage Festival 18 April to 20 May and National Archaeology Week 20 to 26 May will be jointly celebrated at Mayes Cottage with something for everyone on 18 and 19 May.

At 12.30am professional archaeologists will be on hand to explore the grounds of Mayes cottage during the Hands-on Experience for Amateur Archaeologists Activity for those aged over 12 years. Bookings are essential for both sessions.

On Friday 18 May, you’re invited to travel back in time with the Travellers’ Tales to get a glimpse of the adventure and adversity experienced by the first European women to settle in Logan.

The finale of the celebration is an afternoon with the Lock ‘n’ Load Rockabilly band. Lock ‘n’ Load will play swing and early rock ‘n’ roll classics, from the pioneers of these styles, from 2pm to 3.30pm.

On Saturday 19 May there’s the opportunity to go on an adventure with your little ones during the Bush Babies’ Picnic—you’ll need to bring a picnic rug, food and drinks.

Guided tours of Mayes Cottage and its picturesque gardens will provide a fascinating insight into early pioneer life in the Logan area between 10.30am and 4pm on both days.

Contact 3412 4147 for bookings.

Rethink the future at LEAF 2018 This year’s annual LEAF (Logan Eco Action Festival) promises to be bigger and better than ever before with Australia’s favourite gardener, Costa Georgiadis and sustainable farmer and chef, Paul West, providing examples of how we can all reduce, reuse and recycle to create a healthier world and future.

This interactive and educational event is designed to empower festival attendees

to find new ways to decrease their environmental footprint.

Renowned nature photographer, Steve Parish OAM, will lead a photography Master Class. Meanwhile, Claire Bickle will show you how turn your backyard into heaven for chickens.

There will also be live music, workshops including up-cycling, Kokedama making, sustainable gardening,

children’s rides, wildlife shows and displays by Geckoes Wildlife; and even a display of sea creatures.

Food hasn’t been forgotten with organic choices, juices, sushi and even a vegan BBQ, all provided in biodegradable packaging!

There’s free water too—just bring in a reusable water bottle to fill up at our ‘Hydration Station’.

FREE EVENT!

When: Sunday 27 May, 10am–3pm, Where: Griffith University Logan Campus, 68 University Drive Meadowbrook.

Parking: Free onsite, or catch the train to Loganlea Station and hop on our free shuttle bus.

More information: www.logan.qld.gov.au/ leaf 17

Don’t forget to buckle-up Getting back on your feet after a natural disaster can be emotionally difficult.

UnitingCare Community provide free counselling support for people affected by Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

Contact our Local Community Recovery Counsellors: Call

3270 6400

Email TCdebbieCRReferrals@ uccommunity.org.au

A recent spate of fatalities on Logan’s roads has highlighted the role seatbelts and child restraints play in preventing serious injuries or death.

A car crash at just 40km/h has the same impact as falling from a two storey window* onto concrete, but in a car there is no nice smooth surface to hit, just a windscreen, dashboard, steering wheel and array of hard plastics—or if you’re lucky—an exploding airbag.

Approximately 35 people a year die in motor vehicle accidents in Queensland because they are not wearing a seatbelt. Being in the back seat doesn’t help, as the impact of unbelted passengers also increases the chances of drivers and front seat passengers being killed by five times.

By wearing a seatbelt or child restraint, passengers can improve their survival rate by eight times and significantly reduce the severity of road crash injuries.

All vehicles on Australian roads are crash tested and provided with an ANCAP safety rating based on the occupants wearing seatbelts or child restraints.

Many new cars now provide seat belts with features that improve their effectiveness by using pre-tensioners that pull the belt tight in a crash to remove excess slack, clamps that prevent more of the belt reeling out and load limiters (only in cars with airbags) that allow the belt to unreel in a controlled way so that the pressure on the chest area is reduced.

There’s another good reason to wear seatbelts.

If you fail to wear a seatbelt yourself, you will lose three demerit points and $365, plus the same additional fine for each passenger under 16 years who fails to wear an approved restraint or seat belt.

If you have a repeat offence within one year, the fine and demerit points are doubled.

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*Centre for Accident Research & Road Safety - Queensland (CARRS-Q)

Do you have an emergency plan?

Having an emergency plan for your household helps everyone know what to do in the event of an emergency. It is important to involve all household members when preparing your emergency plan and regularly practicing your plan will allow everyone to know what action to take to respond to a disaster event.

Your plan should include important information, including: •

Household contact details

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Emergency contact numbers and other important phone numbers

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Evacuation routes from your home

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Utility shut off, such as electricity and safety

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Meeting places in case you get separated or need to evacuate

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Personal medical information for household members

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Details and information for insurance and utility providers, such as your gas, phone, electricity, water and sewerage and contact information for schools, childcare centres, nursing homes and any other organisations

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Consider what you will do with your pets and animals during a disaster as some evacuation centres may be unable to accommodate them

More information on how to prepare an emergency plan can be found at www.logan.qld.gov.au/disasters

Do you need new smoke alarms?

All types of smoke alarms have a limited life-span (10 years under normal conditions of use). They should be replaced prior to the expiry date on the manufacturer’s warranty, or replaced immediately if they do not operate when tested.

enough to escape a smouldering fire.

These alarms are easy to identify—they have a small radiation sticker either on the back or inside the unit.

The implementation of new smoke alarm legislation is a staged approach.

When replacing smoke alarms from 1 January 2017, they must be of a photoelectric type which complies with Australian Standard (AS) 3786-2014.

What am I required to have in my home in terms of smoke alarms?

Research indicates that photoelectric smoke alarms are generally more effective across a wider range of fires experienced in the home. Photoelectric smoke alarms respond quicker to smouldering fire and dense smoke, and are not as prone to cooking nuisance alarms.

Ionisation smoke alarms may not operate in time to alert you early

All existing dwellings, at a minimum, are required to have a smoke alarm: • in hallways which connect bedrooms and the rest of the dwelling; or • if there is no hallway, between the bedrooms and other parts of the storey; and • if there are no bedrooms on a storey at least one smoke alarm must be installed in the most likely path of travel to exit the dwelling.

You can buy smoke alarms from hardware stores, electrical retailers, or through a qualified electrician.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services provides additional information and advice about smoke alarms on their website at www. qfes.qld.gov.au/community-safety/ smokealarms

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DIVISION 7 NEWS

Council helps fight war on weeds Greenbank residents are helping to restore valuable wildlife habitat and biodiversity to Crewes Creek, thanks to a Council-backed weed-busting initiative.

Logan City Council is funding a free ongoing weed management program for 14 landholders whose properties back on to the creek. The project will be delivered in partnership with the Oxley Creek Catchment Association (OCCA).

Division 7 Councillor Laurie Smith said successful applicants for the program would have experts from OCCA working with them on their properties.

“These industry experts will work with landowners to provide on-ground weed maintenance work, advice on weed management plans as well as providing support over a 12-month period,” Cr Smith said.

“This is a great project that shows the great power of collaboration. We’re working with residents and OCCA to boost wildlife habitat and biodiversity, which benefits the wider community.

Colleen and Charlie Russ, who have resided on the property for 38 years, are two of the land owners who have already signed up for the program.

The photo, l to r: Trevor Kanapi, Cr Laurie Smith, Joshua Hall, Karalyn Fletcher, Colleen Russ, Charlie Russ and Lyndall Rosevear

Upgrades underway in Division 7

Last month they had ecological restoration specialists Karalyn Fletcher and Joshua Hall (pictured) from OCCA come on site to remove weeds and set them up with a weed management plan.

Work will soon wrap up on an upgraded wastewater sewage pump station in Windsong Crt, Hillcrest.

“They’ve also given us a plan on where to go from here, such as what weeds we should tackle first and where to start.”

Cr Laurie Smith said the works, carried out by Logan Water Infrastructure Alliance, involves the installation of new pumps, pipework and other safety improvements to enhance the pump station.

Work started in April and is expected to be completed in the coming weeks—weather and construction conditions permitting.

Most work will be conducted from weekdays between 7am and 5pm; however, some activities may be conducted outside these hours.

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Every effort will be made to minimise disruption to residents during the upgrade, but residents may notice localised construction impacts including noise, dust, and odour.

A program to replace storm water drainage inlets and selected sections of kerb and channel where required is also underway in Crannock Crt and Deirwold Crt, Forestdale and are expected to be completed by the end of May, conditions permitting.

“I don’t know how we could tackle it ourselves, it’s a huge help,” Mrs Russ said.

Following the success of the first round of this project, Council will be delivering a second round of funding later in the year.

If your property backs onto Crewes Creek and you feel like you would benefit from this unique opportunity, please email Council at: environment@logan.qld.gov.au

Footpaths will be restored once works are completed.

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 From left: Brisbane Roar FC CEO David Pourre, coach John Aloisi, Cr Steve Swenson, Mayor Luke Smith, Brisbane Roar centre back Jade North and Cr Cherrie Dalley at Logan Metro Sports Ground

Football pros set up in Logan Division 8 residents now have an elite national sporting team in their backyard after the Brisbane Roar Football Club moved into its new training base in Logan in March.

The Hyundai A-League football side is now training at the multi-million-dollar premier facility at Heritage Park, at the Logan Metro Sports ground.

Logan City Council committed $9 million to redevelop the site into the current state-of-the-art facility, which includes a premier sporting field, club house, offices, change rooms and amenities, as well as carparks and access roads.

The project also includes the development of three additional fields, offices and amenities to accommodate Football Brisbane.

Councillor Cherie Dalley said the project was a boost for the sporting sector.

“This facility will enable players to develop close ties with a local community that has produced many quality sports men and women,” Cr Dalley said.

Brisbane Roar Managing Director, David Pourre, spoke at the opening of the training base about his club’s plans to build a lasting connection with the City of Logan.

“On behalf of the entire club, I’d like to personally thank Logan City Council for their contribution and support in making this day possible,” Mr Pourre said.

“Our club has never had a permanent facility to call home and we are looking forward to what the future holds here in Logan.

“We cannot wait to work with the local community and build strong foundations in the City of Logan.”

Tiffany Street Catchment Master Drainage Project, Browns Plains Stormwater immunity will be boosted and local flooding reduced thanks to works under way on the Tiffany St Catchment Master Drainage Project in Browns Plains.

Cr Cherie Dalley said the project involves the installation of new stormwater infrastructure in local streets and road reserves plus the relocation of some underground services.

Road resurfacing and some kerb, channel and footpath replacement works will also be carried out where required.

The works are estimated to cost $2 million and are expected to be completed in July/August, conditions permitting.

Works will be carried out in sections of Brett Ave, Rooney St, Neale Crt, Dunbar St, Cooper Crt, Adam St, Joseph Crt, Erin Dr, Holmes Crt, Saratoga St, Zorina St, Tiffany St and Sheffield Crt. A temporary closure of a section of Adam Park will be necessary to accommodate a construction compound.

COUNCILLOR CHERIE DALLEY Deputy 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

KRANK offers local youth the opportunity to learn the finer points of kayaking on Logan’s waterways

Kids keen to kayak Learning to kayak while exploring the waterways of Logan was just one of the activities on offer during the KRANK school holiday program.

Program Coordinator, Jess of Vertec Adventure said they have a passion for bringing adventure to people from all walks of life.

“Our Kayaking program will teach participants respect for the environment, unique skills, values and character in a fun and engaging environment,” they said.

“We apply key experiences to help individuals develop a sense of self-

worth and confidence as they learn to lead themselves.”

“It’s a great way to learn new skills, meet new people and have fun.”

“We have been running our KRANK Kayaking program for many years and really love to see the kids enjoying outdoor adventures.”

KRANK is a school holiday program for Logan residents aged 5-17 years, which offers a variety of free and low cost activities.

Cr Pidgeon said the KRANK program was always popular and a great way for kids to get out and try new things.

Cr Pidgeon said KRANK would run again during the June/July school holidays with Culinary Kids just one of the many activities on the menu across the division.

“Our kids spend a lot of time indoors these days and activities such as kayaking not only gets them out in the fresh air but it is a great way for them to learn about nature and ecosystems,” he said.

Bookings are essential, and open one month before each school holiday period.

Crestmead wastewater network to be upgraded Work has started to install new wastewater (sewerage) infrastructure at Crestmead.

Most construction activities are being conducted from Monday to Friday between 7am and 5pm.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said a new 430m pipeline and five maintenance holes were now being constructed on Council-owned land in Magnesium Dr.

Logan Water Infrastructure Alliance is managing the project, which is due for completion in August, weather and construction conditions permitting.

“This infrastructure will help facilitate future growth in the local area,” he said.

For more information, phone 3412 9650.

“Residents may notice an increase in construction machinery and trucks in and around the construction site, but we’re making every effort to minimise disruption to local businesses.”

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

Kingston is a new training ground for the mining and resources sector A partnership between Kingston State College and major mining and resource companies is creating exciting new academic and employment opportunities for the college’s Year 7-12 students and students from the reengagement centre, Kingston Learning College.

The partnership was created when the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA) selected the college to be the first Logan school to be involved in pathway opportunities into the resources sector and STEM-related (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) industries.

Kingston State College Principal, Francine Barker, said the college’s selection from a wide field of applicant schools was largely due to a range of programs already running at the school.

“We provide targeted programs for high performing students especially inclusive of opportunities for our Indigenous students and affirmative action for girls through STEM programs. We have sustained long-term partnerships with businesses, universities and valuable industry partnerships in Logan and the wider community,” she said.

David Holgate, Deputy Principal of School Performance said the

partnership with QMEA opened up a world of opportunities for staff and students at the college’s two campuses.

“Mining isn’t just about digging holes. It’s about 21st-century skills; that’s what we’re talking about. It’s science, engineering, mechanics and electronics. We’re now teaching robotics, coding, using drones and preparing our students for the changing world they will have to navigate over the next 50 years,” he said.

“We’re in the process of creating a dedicated STEM Lab where we will be teaching robotics, coding and drone technology this year.

Our teachers recently attended professional development in robotics at a QMEA partner school and have visited QUT to see what is evolving around cutting edge automation.”

Francine said staff and students were also benefitting from the interaction with the mining and resources sector.

“Our recent Industry day at the college saw representatives from Adani and the Queensland Resources Council provide the kids with a taste of the opportunities in electrical engineering,” she said.

“It’s also hands-on and experiential— QMEA members provide the opportunity for students to apply to attend one of three mining camps in central and north Queensland for a week to see how they operate.

“The nineteen industry partners offer three to four opportunities a week to the 45 partner schools to engage with a wide range of companies, hear from industry specialists and visit work sites, engineering firms and ancillary suppliers.”

All activities within the Department of Employment and Training’s Gateway Industry Schools Program are conducted and recognised within the curriculum.

The outcomes from the 40+ schools involved in the program in 2016 resulted in 11 percent of students enrolling in engineering, or a related field of study relevant to the industry.

The sector also employed nine percent of students as apprentices or trainees (including 6.7 percent of female students), compared to just 1.7 percent from non-QMEA partnered schools.

Francine said, “the college is excited about the many future opportunities available through this partnership”.

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BUSINESS See all the Beenleigh Summit Outcomes by visiting www.logan.qld.gov.au/beenleighsummit

Beenleigh and now Logan Central to be hubs for redevelopment An Economic Development Zone has been declared in Beenleigh with a series of new incentives being offered to encourage lifestyle and city-enhancing developments.

The incentives are applicable to projects such as cinemas*, office spaces and mixed-use developments, designed to attract new businesses, support the growth of existing businesses and drive economic growth.

Developers can access the recently launched city-wide $1.5 million Investment Attraction Incentives Fund, which seeks to incentivise new medium to large business looking to set up shop in the City of Logan, or take advantage of targeted initiatives— such as incentives to encourage the establishment of 3.5 to 5-Star branded hotels and serviced apartments.

Following last year’s Beenleigh Summit, which gathered national and international experts together to formulate ideas to enhance rapid economic development, 18 priority actions and 33 initiatives have been announced.

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Logan Central Summit The civic and cultural heart

In addition to attracting a cinema development—which is exclusive to Beenleigh—some planned initiatives include: • The establishment of an entertainment and food precinct, and activation of the centre with outdoor dining options, a big screen and public WiFi for the Town Centre.

• Delivery of a container mobile office/ retail space, start-ups or info centre in the Beenleigh Town Square.

• Streetscape enhancements and street activation with lighting and public art.

• Smart parking options and wayfinding signage.

These initiatives can be delivered in the short, medium and long term through collaborative efforts of Council, federal and state governments, local businesses and chambers of commerce, the community and the private sector. *The incentive available for cinema development is unique to Beenleigh

The next summit is planned for Logan Central and will focus on how key government, industry, business owners, land owners and the community can collaborate to capitalise on opportunities and help realise its vision as the civic and cultural heart of Logan.

Experts in place-making and design, economic stimulation, local job creation and urban innovation and development have been invited to share national and international perspectives on making the future Logan Central an interesting and exciting place to live, work, visit, play and do business.

The summit will be held at the Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Road, on Friday 11 May from 8.30am to 5pm, followed by a Community Feedback Session from 5.30pm to 9pm.

Seats are limited so please register by visiting: www.logan.qld.gov.au/ logancentralsummit

DIVISION 10 NEWS

Division 10 Councillor Darren Power (back middle) with members of the Shailer Park Mahjong Club (from left) Cicely Sutton, Ed Smith, Ron Horn and Lucille Facey. The club was established at the library in 2001 and attracts up to 30 members each Friday

Library home to local organisations If you’re searching for a new activity or community group to join, a good starting point is the Logan Hyperdome Library.

Councillor Darren Power said many people were unaware that the city’s libraries were also community hubs and provided meeting spaces for local community organisations.

“Our libraries are wonderful local resources that are embraced by the community with more than 1.7 million patrons visiting them annually,” Cr Power said.

“They do much more than simply loan books and are extremely active community spaces.”

Cr Power said meeting rooms and facilities were available at Logan’s libraries, like the Logan Hyperdome Library, for Logan’s non-profit community and cultural organisations that didn’t have access to other meeting room facilities.

“At the Logan Hyperdome Library 13 different groups currently use the meeting rooms throughout the week,” he said.

“These groups include diverse interests such as a Mahjong Club, craft groups, a Parkinson’s disease support group and an Indonesian language group.”

Cr Power said libraries were ideal community gathering places which allowed people to spend time with others with similar interests.

“In a time where many people are heavily involved in online and digital activities it is nice to be able to come together face to face.”

Cornubia Nature Reserve improvements The Cornubia Nature Reserve, off California Creek Rd, is 2.4 hectares of preserved bushland and home to around 50 species of native birds, koalas, bandicoots, water dragons, wallabies and gliders.

It is well used by the local community for informal recreational activities such as bushwalking, nature observations and mountain bike riding but with that popularity comes the need for more parking and better access.

Division 10 Councillor Darren Power said the reserve would be enhanced with a new carpark and paving to improve pedestrian access for all.

“The goal is to provide improved access to the water, and in the longer term to construct an observation tower for artists and bird watching,” he said.

“The nature reserve was established because of its environmental significance and it also assists wildlife movement into other nearby areas of national significance, including the Carbrook Wetlands and Bayview Conservation Parks.”

New eyes on Skinners Park A new safety camera is being installed in Skinners Park, Carbrook, while an existing camera at Roselea Park, Shailer Park has been upgraded.

The upgrade provides increased clarity and zoom capabilities for vision being streamed live to Council’s safety camera monitoring room.

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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DIVISION 11 NEWS

Major upgrade for Millstream Rd Millstream Rd will be a smoother and safer ride for motorists in the future thanks to a major Council upgrade set to start shortly.

Jimboomba Thunder’s Junior Rugby League Club President, Neil Richards with Cr Schwarz at Jimboomba Park, the club’s home ground

Jimboomba Park notches first anniversary May is the first anniversary of the $4.5m upgrade to the Jimboomba Park precinct.

The redevelopment transformed the site with a modern purpose-built clubhouse for netball as well as change rooms and a new field for rugby league and touch football.

It also included Logan City’s first undercover dressage arena and show jumping arenas for the Jimboomba Pony Club.

Cr Trevina Schwarz said while the upgrade was a long time coming for Jimboomba, the finished upgrade was well worth the wait.

“Time has flown since it has opened in 2017 and the upgraded Jimboomba Park has proven to be a great success for all the sporting clubs who use it,” Cr Schwarz said.

“The facilities are fantastic. Not only do they cater for local residents, but they could also attract visitors and competitors from across Queensland, interstate and internationally.

“We need to give our children and sportspeople the best opportunity to be engaged in sport and outdoor activities

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and this venue gives them a great chance to do just that.”

One of the benefactors of the upgrade was the Jimboomba Thunder Junior Rugby League Club.

President Neil Richards said the upgrades had allowed the club to host representative and finals games for the first time, with visiting clubs praising the improved facilities.

“It makes a massive difference. We look like a football club now,” he said.

“Comments from other clubs have been great.”

The park’s layout redevelopment was planned in consultation with the users in locating facilities where they would work best for clubs, patrons and residents.

The stretch of Millstream Rd from the Mt Lindesay Hwy to 100m south of Heritage Rd will be improved with works to include road strengthening drainage upgrades, line marking and road surface improvements.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the project would be delivered in sections to facilitate traffic flow for motorists.

“Weather and conditions permitting, works are expected to be under way this month with completion expected in December,” Cr Schwarz said.

“This is a big project which will deliver a lot of benefits to motorists, but with that comes traffic delays during construction, and increased levels of noise, dust and vibration in the area.

Works are planned to start at the Heritage Road end and progressively move towards the Mt Lindesay Hwy. Notices have been sent to nearby residents and further information is available on Council’s website.

The project was jointly funded with contributions of $3 million from Logan City Council and $1.5m from the State Government under its ‘Get Playing Plus’ program.

COUNCILLOR TREVINA SCHWARZ City Treasurer Phone: 3412 5511 Email: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au Division 11: 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. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 12 NEWS

Four decades, that’s dedication Beenleigh grandmother, Caroline Druery, is one in a million —just ask the hundreds of special needs children she has nurtured for more than four decades.

Forty-four years ago, Caroline started as a teacher’s aide at Beenleigh State School where she assisted students in a special needs class.

In 1983, Caroline transferred to the new Beenleigh Special School where she continues to play a pivotal role in assisting students with disability.

“I really love my job. It’s more demanding than it was 40 years ago, but every day I am the one learning—I learn from the kids,” she said.

Logan Tamai-Newton and Caroline Druery with Beenleigh Special School Principal, Nicole Finch, and Cr Jennie Breene

Visual art therapy helps children communicate

Soroptimist International Beenleigh has launched a project to support children of families experiencing domestic violence.

President of the women’s volunteer organisation Carolyn Kinniburgh, said the Little Feet program encourages children to talk about how they feel and how to cope with emotions they may be experiencing.

“With support from the Domestic Violence Prevention Centre and yourtown Creative Art Therapy, we use creative art to tell a story of each child and mother, in a symbolic form, to process trauma associated with domestic violence,” she said.

“The feet created in our art program symbolise where they have been and where they are headed and help mother and child better communicate.”

Councillor Jennie Breene said the program has many benefits.

“Engaging children through the use of visual art to talk about what they may be experiencing

“I get tremendous satisfaction in going to school every day, being with the kids and watching them achieve and grow.

“I’m working with a student at the moment who is unable to speak, but when I get out a book and read to him, he makes a sound like he is trying to read back to me—so many things happen that you don’t expect.

“Every day something special happens and sometimes the littlest things can mean so much.

“Every child has potential—no matter what the disability is.”

Division 12 Councillor Jennie Breene, paid tribute to Caroline’s commitment to helping children with disability.

“Beenleigh is lucky to have people like Caroline, who give so much to our community,” Cr Breene said.

“Having the same job for 44 years is rare these days and I want to thank Caroline for giving so much to generations of children passing through the Beenleigh Special School.”

could help many deal with family situations,” Cr Breene said.

“I want to thank Soroptimist International Beenleigh for its continued support of the local community and for helping children who are experiencing trauma in the home.”

Soroptimist International meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm–8:30pm. www.siswp.org. Telephone: (07) 3287 2840.

Mobile Office Thursday 3 May 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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Kerbside clean up

Find your new BFF...

SPRINGWOOD AND UNDERWOOD 6am to 5pm Monday, 14 May 2018 to Friday, 25 May 2018

The City of Logan’s Animal Management Centre is one of only two Councils in south east Queensland that run their own sales and rehoming program. Every month more than 40 surrendered or abandoned cats and dogs are matched with new owners to become ‘Best Friends Forever’.

DAISY HILL AND SHAILER PARK 6am to 5pm Monday, 28 May 2018 to Friday, 8 June 2018

Is your cat registered?

All BFF’s rehomed are registered, de-sexed, microchipped, medically checked and behaviourally assessed and come in all shapes and sizes.

You wouldn’t believe how often the Animal Care Team get asked ‘Why do I need to register my cat?’

Before considering adopting a new pet, please be aware of the type and number of animals you can legally keep on your property (local laws apply to keeping animals).

The simple answer is that Logan City Council prefers to identify and reunite lost pets with their owners— plus microchipping is a local law requirement.

To help you bond with your new BFF you’ll be provided with an information pack that will teach you how to enrich your pet’s social contact, exercise and environment.

When you register your cat you receive a lifetime registration tag, with a unique identification number that enables our animal care team to quickly identify your pet and return it to you.

To check out the BFF’s waiting to meet their new owners go to: www.logan.qld.gov.au/petsforsale

Cat registration also reduces the number of unwanted and stray animals in the community.

If your pet is not registered the fine is $252. While it may seem steep, Logan’s Animal Care Program is not run at a profit, it is provided for the benefit of responsible pet owners and the welfare of lost pets.

So if you love your cat, please register it!

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While mobile devices, such as smart phones, iPads, iPods, laptops and Game Boys, are a great way to pass the time when waiting for your friends or the next train, they can also be a dangerous distraction. Wherever you are, when out in public, it’s important to keep your eyes up and be aware of your surroundings, particularly when you are out walking or using public transport.

Be smart with your device and always keep your personal safety in mind.

amongst the Logan community of the dangers associated with mobile phone and other device distractions.

The Phone Down #EyesUp campaign aims to empower individuals to take responsibility for their own safety by putting their mobile devices down, keeping their eyes up and being aware of what is happening around them.

To find out more about how you can reduce your vulnerability to theft when out and about, visit Council’s website: www.logan.qld.gov.au/communitysafety

Council’s Community Safety Program has joined forces with the Logan District Criminal Investigation Branch to raise awareness

AN EVENING OF FOOD AND DRINK: Rum from the Beenleigh Rum Bar and Rumps from Teys Australia BBQ. ENTERTAINMENT Live music performances from great local artists and bands including; Avalon, The Handsome Johnny Rockets, Chester, plus Rumba Dancers, Rock & Roll band and rides for all ages!

4pm - 9pm - Beenleigh Town Square

SATURDAY, 19 MAY 2018 Free Entry! Food, Drinks & Live Entertainment presented by Club of Beenleigh

RIDES Rock Wall, Bow Wow Jumping Castle, The Melbourne Cup, Horse ‘n’ Tugs MORE INFORMATION For more information visit www.facebook.com/ RRRFestival or beenleigh@rotary9630.org

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Rats are a gnawing problem Pay it fur-ward—winter warmers wanted!

With winter approaching our Animal Management Centre needs clean blankets, towels and bathmats (no doonas or pillows please) to help keep the cats and dogs in our care warm and comfortable.

With a large number of pets being cared for every night, even a single blanket or towel would be appreciated.

Donated items can be dropped off over winter, at the Animal Management Centre, 213 Queens Rd, Kingston during office hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm, Saturday 9am-2pm.

Wet weather and wiggly worms It’s important to worm your pet regularly but even more so after wet weather when the incidence of worm infestations increase.

Don’t wait until the obvious signs, like your pet scooting, as chances are your family and other pets may already be infected. The key to prevention is to treat pets regularly. Remember heartworm, which is spread by mosquitos and can be fatal to pets, requires regular preventive treatment.

Rats have flourished since their arrival in Australia with the First Fleet and are continuing to damage Australia’s native environment spreading more than 35 diseases.

Rats can also access very small spaces, swim through sewers and have a habit of looking for warm places, such as homes, to nest in winter.

In a house they’re likely to gnaw through food packets and wiring insulation, which can start fires by shorting-out appliances or lights.

Signs you may have an infestation of rats or mice include: droppings (12mm to 18mm long), burrow holes around buildings, signs of gnawing damage, scratching or gnawing sounds in walls, cupboards and ceilings; and domestic pets being more excitable than usual at night.

For just $20 you can have your cat or dog implanted with a microchip that will make them permanently identifiable. It’s a state government requirement for all dogs to be microchipped.

If you’re unsure if your dog or cat has one, just bring your pet along and we’ll check it for free.

Mount Warren Lanes, Mount Warren Boulevard, Mount Warren Park Saturday 19 May 2018 7.30am-9am

Each resident may receive 150g of free rat bait per quarter from any of Council’s Customer Service Centres. You will need to provide identification and proof of residence.

Quota International of Beenleigh – serving the Logan Community since 1973 We have a wide variety of projects that will interest all volunteers.

Why not join us to participate in our Annual Eisteddfod, QuoCKa Reading to Primary School Children, Mentoring Junior Quotarians, Year 11 Students World Service Ambassador, Projects for the Hearing & Speech impaired and have FUN while helping our community.

For information contact 3804 0488 or email info@quotabeenleigh.org.au

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FRIDAY 25 MAY 5PM – 9PM BEENLEIGH TOWN SQUARE CNR JAMES ST AND KENT ST, BEENLEIGH #eatsandbeats #visitlogan #cityoflogan www.eatsandbeats.com.au eatsandbeatslogan

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FREE ENTRY. ALL AGES EVENT. FOOD TRUCKS. LIVE MUSIC. As a matter of courtesy Logan City Council will endeavour to reduce the event impact in your local area by arranging a professional traffic management plan in order to minimise traffic congestion and to assist patrons with parking. The event program will ensure that noise levels are within Council and state government guidelines.

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FREE EVENT

RETHINK THE FUTURE

Explore how to reduce, reuse and recycle to create a more sustainable future.

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10am–3pm, Griffith University, Logan Campus, Meadowbrook

LIVE MUSIC | WORK SHOPS | ECO EXHIBITORS MARKET STALLS | KIDS ACTIVITIES AND MORE

COSTA GEORGIADIS Gardening Australia

PAUL WEST

River Cottage Australia

www.logan.qld.gov.au/leaf

STEVE PARISH

Renowned wildlife photographer

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