October 2019 Our Logan Magazine

Volume 83 October 2019

Celebrity TV chef Ainsley Harriott puts our markets on the map

Local jobs businesses and property values thriving

CON T E N TS 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 News Editor: Martin King Writers: Zoe Krieg Martin King Julie Brumfield-Jones Sam Burgess Samantha Stiller Geoff Stead Jason Oxenbridge

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#FAIRSHARE4LOGAN

Logan’s Seniors Ambassador

Practice makes perfect for Ali

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Prepare for thunderstorm season

Slacks Creek and Springwood’s new pathways

No Lights no Lycra takes off

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Graphic design: Charlene Chang Vicky Fraser Cassandra Harris Natalie Matthews Dina Wirawan Leisa Wright Front cover image: Ainsley Harriott at the Global Food Markets Photo: Dominika Lis None of the material in this publication may be reproduced without the permission of the Chief Executive Officer, Logan City Council.

All content accurate as of 15 September 2019.

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Welcome to this edition of Our Logan As I approach the half-way mark in my appointment as Interim Administrator, I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the great work of Logan City Council and its staff.

Every day I continue to be inspired by the exceptional talent and professionalism of those who work for Logan City Council. In so many areas of this business, there are staff whose quiet dedication and commitment to serving this city is delivering outcomes that will leave long-lasting and positive legacies for Logan.

As I meet with residents and stakeholders, I have no hesitation in telling them that Logan City Council is a truly outstanding place to be.

I would also like to thank the residents of Logan for the many kind words and messages of support I have been receiving.

This month Logan will be in the spotlight when celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott’s new program Ainsley’s Market Menu features a morning at the Logan Central, Global Village Markets.

With an international audience in the millions, the program will raise awareness of our city.

Silvio Trinca, Acting Chief Executive Officer

In more good news the city’s economic report card for last financial year is out – charting our city’s accelerating growth as a place to grow both businesses and families.

Our population is growing faster than the national average, small to medium businesses are establishing here at a rate of almost 500 a month, local jobs are being created and the real estate market is thriving. (page 4) Leveraging opportunities from this growth is a priority.

Featured this month we have overviews of: • how work is progressing on connecting our water service utilities (page 6) • the extension of Third Avenue to connect Berrinba industrial area (page17) • new shared pathways in Slacks Creek and Springwood that will provide added amenity and new recreational areas. (page 24) This month we also feature many exceptional people who volunteer and contribute to our community.

Tamara O’Shea, Interim Administrator Logan City Council

Whilst I am certainly pushing ahead with a range of reforms and improvements for the next elected Council, I must indeed share the acknowledgement for Council’s good works with the many staff who continue to deliver such high quality services for this city.

This Council is a credit to the local government sector and I am very proud and honoured Tamara O’Shea, Interim Administrator to be its Interim Administrator – it is indeed one of the most satisfying roles I have had the privilege to hold in my career.

Our Seniors Ambassador Joan Mitchell is recognised for her volunteer work with vulnerable and disadvantaged people providing life changing tutoring in language and mentoring in life. (page 6) TransitCare a Logan-based community service which relies on its volunteers is also featured.

For more than 25 years it has operated and grown as a not-for-profit transport service providing a vital link for people in the north-east of our city, who would otherwise be isolated or dependent on friends or relatives for assistance. (page 18) It’s a great example of how necessity creates solutions with the service now having more than 50 vehicles providing hundreds of trips a week, for seniors and people with a disability.

With storm season approaching it’s also timely to acknowledge the vital role SES volunteers play in our community. When disaster strikes they are on the road clearing trees, tarping homes to prevent water damage and securing hazards.

Their work sometimes goes unnoticed, but in some exceptional cases their efforts gain national attention.

The rescue of a family from their rooftop in raging floodwaters in 2017 drew national attention with the announcement of the 2019 Australian Bravery Awards’ Group Bravery Citation to three of our SES members. (page 20) I would like to add my personal congratulations and thanks to local SES members, Jim Ferguson, Chris Holloway, Claire Browning and civilian Sam Fouras who have rightly been recognised for their courage.

Silvio Trinca, Acting Chief Executive Officer Logan City Council

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The statistics for last financial year are in and it’s been a story of continuing growth for the City of Logan.

7.8% Jobs 115,575

Our population grew by almost 2 per cent to 326,615, the number of businesses grew by 3.4 per cent to 21,978 and the number of jobs based in Logan grew by an impressive 7.8 per cent to 115,575.

Our largest employment sectors are now healthcare and social assistance and construction with each employing more than 16,200 people in 2017/18.

Our city’s overall economic performance also surged, with an increase of 3.9 per cent in gross regional product to $11.77 billion in 2017/18 and a 3.4 per cent increase in businesses registered in the city.

Unemployment increased from 7.1 per cent to 7.4 per cent representing an increase of 600 additional people actively looking for work.

Despite this, the housing market in Logan remained strong with a 1.3 per cent increase in the value of sales with a slight drop in house sales volume to 3,219 sales. The average time needed to sell a house was 45 days while units took an average of 81 days to sell. The average sale price for houses was $400,000—an increase of 1.3 per cent for the year.

The top performing suburbs were:

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Do you have a spare two hours a day to add to your commute?

That’s the prediction being made about the Mt Lindesay Hwy in 2031—just 12 years away—by Infrastructure Australia, the nation’s independent infrastructure advisor.

The organisation says the road will carry traffic volumes well above its design capacity as a consequence of population growth, adding 73 minutes per vehicle in the morning peak and 56 minutes in the afternoon peak.

Logan City Council has been calling on the State and Federal Governments to fix the Mt Lindesay Highway through its #FairShare4Logan campaign.

The road is consistently rated as one of the worst in Queensland, despite being a key corridor to the state-developed Greater Flagstone and Yarrabilba emerging communities, which will eventually be home to more than 170,000 residents.

But it’s not just Logan’s south-west communities that will suffer without proper infrastructure being delivered.

Infrastructure Australia’s Urban Transport Crowding and Congestion Report also says there will be 25 per cent more traffic on the Pacific Motorway corridor south of Eight Mile Plains by 2031.

In dollar figures, congestion will cost $235,000 a day in the morning peak between Beenleigh to the city on the Pacific Motorway.

And for those people using public transport, Infrastructure Australia says there will be high demand for bus services from Springwood, Browns Plains and surrounding areas—and crowding will be worse on routes outside rail catchments.

Extending the South East Busway to Loganholme and the delivery of the Salisbury to Beaudesert passenger rail are two other key priority projects for #FairShare4Logan that would address many of the issues identified in the Infrastructure Australia report.

Read more at fairshare4logan.com.au

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Congestion set to spiral without action on infrastructure

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Predictions for the Mt Lindesay Highway in 2031

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Global food markets on international display Celebrity British chef Ainsley Harriott is doing his part to showcase our city’s diverse produce and markets with the screening of Ainsley’s Market Menu featuring our Logan Central Global Food Markets.

The popular TV series, which is screened in 130 countries will be broadcast throughout Australia on SBS on 24 October.

The first dishes he made were a global green shot and coconut smoothie and Asian lamb patties on char-grilled cassava. As a main course he created Ram’s kundru pumpkin vegetable curry, which he made for stallholder Ram Harakh Maharaj, of Shailer Park, who was celebrating his 85th birthday.

During filming Ainsley said the markets were among the most diverse he had visited—with the range of local produce rivalling some of the huge street markets in London.

“The food here (in Logan) was fantastic, fresh and vibrant and I just wanted to cook it,” he said.

“Everyone was so friendly. It was just a brilliant day.”

When the episode was shot earlier this year, Ainsley visited stalls collecting locally-grown ingredients and tasted many of the largely ethnic cuisines on offer while deciding which dishes to prepare.

Ainslie buying Lotus flowers from grower Chy

Ainsley’s visit to the City of Logan’s Global Food Markets follows the hugely successful guest appearance at the markets in 2017 by MasterChef runnerup Poh Ling Yeow.

The Sunday morning Global Food Markets, based in Croydon Rd, Logan Central, are a weekly event run by Ethnic Communities Council of Logan Inc. with support from Logan City Council.

The majority of the produce on sale is sourced from backyard gardens and community vegetable plots across the city and includes ingredients suited to Asian, African, Middle Eastern, Indian and Pacific Island cuisines.

For more information on the weekly Global Food Markets go to: globalfoodmarkets.com.au

He bought Halal lamb, kundru, cassava, turmeric, ginger and plenty of Asian greens provided by local vendors and then used the ingredients to cook three gourmet dishes on site at his stall as hundreds of market-goers and vendors looked on.

Ainsley Harriott, taking our Global Food Markets to the world

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Pipeline works future-proof Flagstone Nineteen kilometres of pipeline will connect Greater Flagstone to Logan’s state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant at Cedar Grove.

Work on the mammoth piece of infrastructure is running on schedule, bringing the landmark facility closer to becoming operational by the planned date of mid 2020.

Logan City Council’s Water Infrastructure Alliance began work on the pipeline in March, under the guidance of Economic Development Queensland.

Open trench, tunnel boring, and horizontal directional drilling (HDD) construction methods have been used during construction. Four pump stations will also be built along the route.

It’s another important milestone in a project Logan Water Infrastructure Alliance Manager Mark Vaughan says is key in future-proofing the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area.

“The Flagstone region will ultimately be an urban community including housing, employment and transport for up to 145,000 people,” he says.

“The treatment plant at Cedar Grove and the connecting trunk wastewater pipelines are necessary now, to facilitate that future development.”

Wastewater will undergo a biological treatment process including refinement of treated water through constructed wetlands before being released to the Logan River.

Logan’s Water Infrastructure Alliance delivered a record $102.5 million of infrastructure services in 2018/19, including $90.4 million of capital works and asset renewals.

Construction works are underway on the pipeline that will connect the Greater Flagstone PDA to Logan’s newest wastewater treatment plant at Cedar Grove.

Our new Seniors Ambassador Joan Mitchell is this year’s City of Logan Seniors Ambassador.

It’s an accolade that’s been a long time coming, as Joan’s acts of kindness, generosity and compassion over more than 10 years have changed the lives of hundreds of young people.

An emotional Joan said she was honoured to receive the City of Logan’s most prestigious award for seniors.

“I’m feeling quite proud today but so should all the other nominees, they are winners too,” she says.

“I have a coffee mug that says We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

“It’s a quote from Winston Churchill that really resonates with me.”

Joan has given a lot to the community since she retired.

She was a volunteer with YourTown for more than 10 years as a youth educational mentor, providing disengaged youth with literacy and numeracy support and is now an adult literacy tutor for Logan Libraries, where she helps people from non-English speaking backgrounds to learn English.

Joan’s commitment to the community has been recognised on numerous occasions. In 2010, she was nominated for the Pride of Australia (Community Spirit) Medal and was named YourTown’s Volunteer of the Year in 2012.

Logan’s Seniors Ambassador 2019, Joan Mitchell

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Practice makes perfect Year 10 student Ali Nasar Zaidi doesn’t get much sleep during the school holidays.

He’s either watching cricket games at night or relentlessly practising his batting, bowling and wicket-keeping for up to seven hours a day in the backyard of his Underwood home during the day.

In 2016 he won Player of the Year and Warehouse Winter Cricket’s Top Batsman Award.

Now aged 15, he’s been playing Fourth Grade Cricket for Wynnum Manly for three years and last year was the only underage player in the Queensland Cricket Academy’s program.

“I’ve been playing open grade cricket against players of all ages since I was 13,” says Ali. “This year I made my school’s first XI, which was a big achievement, as I’m the only Year 10 in the team.”

It was a decision that paid a quick dividend, when Ali’s ability drew the attention of scouts when he was just 11 years old.

“We had two GPS schools competing to offer Ali a scholarship from Year 8, when he was playing for the Kuraby Knights in 2013,” says Shoaib.

Despite his obsession with cricket there’s just one hurdle in the way for Ali. “The deal I have with my parents is: if you want to become a cricketer you have to do well in your studies,” Ali says.

As a batsman and wicket-keeper Ali makes a big impact when he’s on the field.

“I’m not the brightest one in the family, so my older brother helps me with maths and my sister helps me study science, when I come home after practice,” Ali says.

At the Under 15 State Championships, playing for regional team Met-West, Ali scored 131 not out on the first day.

“It’s hard work and it’s not what I like to do, but I know I have to—if I’m going to become a professional cricketer.

“At the end of the five-day carnival I ended up getting the awards for most runs scored overall, the highest score, most catches and most stumpings,” he says.

“My main goal is to make Australia’s Under 19 team—and from there the path is clear.”

The carnival was the gateway for selection to the Queensland schoolboys’ team and a continuing spot at the Queensland Cricket Academy.

At home, a roughly concreted cricket pitch, bowling machine and nets that dominate Ali’s backyard give a hint of the support his dad Shoaib provides to further Ali’s desire to play top-class cricket.

“I’m a mechanical engineer and I’m able to work pretty much anywhere in the world,” Shoaib says “When we decided to leave Saudi Arabia I looked at what was best for my boys and the cricket development programs in Australia stood out.”

Ali Nasar Zaidi with some of the trophies he's collected in just four years as a junior cricketer

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Busy mum’s reading mouse makes learning easier There’s not too many spare moments in Underwood resident Melissa Savonoff’s diary.

There’s her ‘day job’ as a Logan-based paediatric occupational therapist and her home life as a mum with five children.

Sound busy enough? Add in that Melissa is also a children’s book author, an app developer, a songwriter and a host of children’s literacy workshops at Logan City Council libraries and seminars at schools.

It’s a hectic schedule but one that’s been made possible by her passion for improving children’s literacy.

Melissa started her Ricardo Reading Mouse range of educational resources a few years ago, primarily for children aged 3 to 8 years.

(From left) Maria and Dimitra Baveas, of MacGregor and Underwood’s Melissa Savonoff with her children Rachel and Daniel

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She says Ricardo’s English Word Grid, which groups simple words with the same endings, resonates well with the age group “It fulfils a need I had seen for a systematic phonics-based approach for teaching children to learn to read and spell,” she says.

From humble beginnings, the venture has grown significantly.

Using fellow local business In House Publishing, she’s published two early years literacy books, as well as four apps for Apple and Android devices, numerous songs and an album on iTunes.

Not only have the books been well received in Australia and at Logan’s libraries, the success of the Ricardo Reading Mouse series has gone international.

Melissa was invited to attend the Preschool Education Expo in Guangzhou, China, last year to showcase the English literacy resources to Chinese kindergarten and preschool principals and teachers.

Back on Australian shores, Logan City Council’s Logan North Library hosted a launch of her latest book in conjunction with fellow ‘mumpreneur’ Dimitra Baveas, who launched her MyBurrow Sensory Learning tool.

To find out about sessions by Melissa in November, keep an eye on the library’s What’s on booklet, available at all nine libraries and online. You can also visit the library’s online events calendar, where there is a link to the What’s on: loganlibraries.org/whats-on See ricardoreadingmouse.com.au and myburrow.com.au for more information.

Former Logan junior aims high as new basketball boss In basketball terms, Logan has scored a spectacular slam dunk by luring home local product Mitch Young.

Following a career that included playing at the top level in Australia and four years in the United States collegiate system, the power forward has returned to the club that taught him the basics of the game as a 12 year-old.

Mitch is now looking to score points off the court as the new General Manager of Logan Basketball, based at Cornubia Park.

“I always wanted to do a job like this,” Mitch says.

At a towering 205cm, it’s not surprising that Mitch caught the eye of basketball talent scouts early in his career.

He went from a Logan Thunder junior to spend three years at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra before playing for four years with Saint Mary’s College in the United States, while studying business administration.

“I was 18 when I went to the States,” Mitch says.

Mitch was fortunate enough to make the transition to Saint Mary’s in California, with close friends and fellow Australians Jordan Page and Matthew Dellavedova, who now plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers in America’s top basketball competition, the National Basketball Association (NBA).

“I thought it would be awesome to come back to the club where I started and give back to the community and build on the great work that Josh has done,” Mitch says.

“Under the guidance of Josh (who was at Logan Thunder for seven years), the club has grown from 500 to 3,000 members—we are growing at a crazy rate.”

Mitch acknowledges the recent approval for access to two indoor courts at neighbouring Shailer Park State High School through the State Government’s Community Use of Schools Program couldn’t have come at a better time.

“As we continue growing, we need increased capacity for training and competitions,” he says.

“We will now have more courts for our program and more opportunity to play the game we love.”

It has been a busy first few months in the job for Mitch, who has not only been finding his feet off the court but also finishing the season on the court with the Logan Thunder.

“One of my biggest goals would be to win a QBL (Queensland Basketball League) championship for Logan.”

To get involved with basketball, go to loganbasketball.com or Logan Basketball’s Facebook page.

In 2013, Mitch returned to Australia to play in the premier National Basketball League (NBL).

For the next six years he Mitch Young scoring for the Brisbane Bullets against the was, in his own words, Cairns Taipans a ‘Queensland roadie’ playing for both Cairns Taipans and Brisbane Bullets.

New Logan Basketball General Manager Mitch Young on the Thunder’s home court at Cornubia Park

The chance to join the Logan Thunder administrative team arose when former general manager Josh Pascoe left earlier this year to take a position with Basketball Queensland.

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Yarrabilba mum awarded scholarship to support studies Making a positive impact on people’s lives was one of the major influences in Yarrabilba mum Kathleen Jackson’s choice to pursue a career in nursing.

Kathleen, who studies at Griffith University, was recently announced as one of six students to receive a share of $40,000 and mentorship as part of the Women in STEM2D joint Johnson & Johnson Innovation and Griffith University scholarship project.

Griffith is among just 13 universities worldwide, and the first in Australia, to participate in the program.

STEM2D stands for the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing and Design.

Kathleen says she chose nursing when she arrived at a point in her life where she longed to be part of a growing and interesting career.

“I find it rewarding helping patients and their families in tough circumstances,” she says.

“I am happy to know that my involvement with patients and their families can make a difference and I enjoy the variety that comes with dealing with various patients with different needs.”

Kathleen says being awarded the scholarship made her feel like everything she was working towards in her future was finally within reach.

“Johnson & Johnson’s investment in my education humbles me, and I am now more driven than ever to create a fully rewarding education experience for myself,” she says.

“The scholarship is not only assisting my financial needs in the present, but it is ensuring my success in the future.

“Johnson & Johnson has made my path through formal education easier so that I can gain more from it.”

Kathleen, who only has one more trimester to complete, hopes to secure a graduate nursing position within the Logan Hospital once she has finished her degree.

“I know the competition is fierce to get in to the Graduate Program in Metro South Hospitals, but I long for the opportunity to give back to the Logan community,” she says.

“When I was in a time of need the Logan community was there for me.”

The joint scholarship project, launched in January this year, is part of Johnson & Johnson Innovation’s commitment to developing and implementing highimpact strategies to support female students undertaking degree courses in the fields of STEM2D.

Yarrabilba’s Kathleen Jackson

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What's on at Logan Art Gallery 25 October to 30 November 2019 — Exhibitions Our stories and designs

Ripple effect: out of Artwaves

An exhibition of recent works by local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists: Kyra Mancktelow, Casey Coolwell, Jessica Skeen-McKinnon, Sally Terare, Sylvia Nakachi, Cara Shields and Kim Williams. Curated by Amanda Hayman.

Each year Logan Art Gallery selects one of the outstanding young artists who exhibited in the annual Artwaves: Logan and adjacent areas secondary schools art exhibition, to mentor in developing their own solo exhibition.

This year will feature the work of artist Danica Coetzee.

Kyra Mancktelow, Through our journey, 2018, acrylic on canvas. Logan Art Collection

Curator’s talk Friday 25 October, 5.30pm Followed by the exhibition opening 6pm to 8pm.

Join curator Amanda Hayman for an informative tour through the exhibition Our stories and designs, an exhibition of recent works by local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists: Kyra Mancktelow, Casey Coolwell, Jessica Skeen-McKinnon, Sally Terare, Sylvia Nakachi, Cara Shields and Kim Williams.

Unlimited places and all ages welcome.

A little bit of our Syria: Daniel Seed and Rose Richani A little bit of our Syria explores the personal, intimate stories of everyday life in Orman, Syria through a series of photographs and digital stories.

This exhibition by Logan Reserve artists Daniel Seed and Rose Richani celebrates the cultural diversity of Australia while considering the sense of belonging in more than one place.

Rose Richani, Untitled 3, 2016, digital photograph

Danica Coetzee, Think of me, 2018, watercolour and fine-liner on paper

Logan treasures: art, craft and design pop-up store Highlighting the best of Logan’s artists, crafts-workers and designers.

Perfect for Christmas or birthday gifts, you’ll find beautiful and original pieces of jewellery, glassware, crafts and artworks for purchase. You’ll also be supporting our talented local artisans and designers with every purchase.

Sandy Johnson, Handmade journal, Sherry Austin, Slumped glass dish, Therese Flynn-Clarke, Pine needle and raw silk pendant, Therese Flynn-Clarke, Ceramic bird, Linda Fountain, Pearl and silver pendant

Cnr Jacaranda Ave and Wembley Rd, Logan Central FREE ADMISSION Open 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday For more information visit logan.qld.gov.au/artgallery 11

WHAT’S ON AT

E V E N TS OC TOB ER

Tropicarnage Cup – Roller Derby Friday 4 October to Sunday 7 October 8am to 8pm each day Mount Warren Sports Centre Milne St, Mount Warren Park Khuado Cup Monday 7 October, 7am to 6pm Tuesday 8 October, 6pm to 10pm Logan City Kings Football Club Soccer Dr, Slacks Creek Campaign for Samuel Trivia and Auction Night Friday 11 October Trivia starts at 6.30pm Springwood Road State School Hall, Springwood Details campaignforsamuel.org.au Oztober All Breeds Cat Show Sunday 13 October, 9am to 3pm Springwood Road State School, Springwood

The Longest Minute

By Robert Kronk & Nadine McDonald-Dowd Jess was born on the night of the North Queensland Cowboys’ first game in Townsville. Daughter of Foley Shield legend Frank ‘Black Flash’ Wright, she grew up as a footy fanatic with big dreams, silky skills and boundless ambition to play. But as a girl in a male-dominated sport, she faces more than her fair share of knockbacks, just like the luckless Cowboys.

Despite their relentless string of losses, Jess still dares to believe in her team, and herself.

Queensland Theatre joins forces with debase productions and JUTE Theatre Company to bring this iconically Queensland story to audiences to the City of Logan.

Logan Idol Monday 14 October, noon to 9pm Logan Entertainment Centre 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central

Date Time Sat 5 Oct 2019 7.30pm Tickets Adults $37 Under 30 $34 Concession $30 Group 8+ $28pp LEC Member $28 VIP $49

Tango Meets Waltz Two Dancers. Two Singers. One spectacular show.

Logan Homeless Connect Wednesday 16 October, 9am to 2pm Gould Adams Park 558 Kingston Rd, Kingston

2015 World Dance Council Champions— the sensational Rhett and Emma Salmon team up to bring you a dance spectacle of waltz, tango, latin, high voltage tap, rumba and everything in between.

Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum Local Arts and Crafts Sale Saturday 19 October, 7am to 12.30pm 205 Main St, Beenleigh

As well, you will be treated to the soaring voices of seasoned performers Liza Beamish and Lachlan Baker as they return to the stage from their acclaimed production of From Broadway to Ballroom.

iF3 World Masters Championships 25 to 27 October Logan Metro Sports and Events Centre 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead

Dates Times

Fri 18 Oct 2019

11am

Doors open

10am

Light of the World Thursday 31 October, 4pm to 9pm Mabel Park State High School Paradise Rd, Slacks Creek

Tickets Table Entry $23

City of Logan Sports Awards Saturday 2 November 6.30pm to 10.30pm Logan Metro Sports and Events Centre 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead

(morning tea included)

Table Group 8+ $22pp (morning tea included)

Table LEC Member

See back page for ticketing details

Balcony $22

Balcony Group 8+ $20pp Balcony LEC Member $20

BOOKINGS

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

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(morning tea included)

WHAT’S ON AT

LOGAN LIBRARIES

A morning with Judy Nunn

Crime writing with Lea Scott

Supercharged plant-based diets

Join one of Australia's most beloved authors as she talks about her new novel, Khaki Town. This breathtaking historical story, set in Queensland, is inspired by a true World War II story that has remained a well-kept secret for over 70 years. Books will be available for purchase and signing on the day.

In this workshop you will learn about the different elements that go into writing a page-turning crime story. Acquire techniques to flesh out your story idea, create multi-dimensional characters that readers care about, craft dazzling dialogue, build pace, heighten suspense and compose a satisfying ending.

Eating a healthy, plant-based, balanced diet may not only help you manage your weight but can support your health. Join Lee Holmes, best-selling author of the Supercharged Food series, to discover how to prepare tasty food the whole family will enjoy. Books will be available for purchase.

`` Logan North: Fri 4 Oct – 10am

`` Logan North: Tue 8 Oct – 6pm to 7.30pm

`` Marsden: Thu 17 Oct – 10am `` Logan North: Thu 17 Oct – 6.30pm

Hive coworking spaces

Batty Halloween

Your business membership gives you free access to our Hive coworking spaces at Logan Central or Logan West Libraries. Use of the Hive and WiFi is free of charge. The coworking spaces are available on a daily first-in, first-served basis. Bookings cannot be made.

Develop your business skills by attending regular sessions designed to support the development of business skills and encourage the sharing of expertise.

The flexible shared spaces can support working, meetings, networking, the sharing of ideas and offer improved opportunities for people to work collaboratively.

Hive coworking spaces are open 9am to 5pm Mondays to Fridays excluding public holidays.

Celebrate all things batty, including a special furry visitor from Wildlife Queensland—Bat Division. Dress in your best batty outfit for the best-dressed bat competition. Children must be accompanied by an adult. `` Logan Central: Thu 31 Oct – 3.30pm to 5pm

Live at the Hive Our business talks are presented by industry experts and entrepreneurs who will share their insights and learnings on a variety of business related topics. To book business talks or toolbox sessions visit loglib.org/business

Logan Central Library, 26 Wilbur St, Logan Central

Logan West Library, 69 Grand Plaza Dr, Browns Plains

Skills for work

support you in setting up your account and going through the many features myGov has to offer. Presented by MatchWorks.

myGov help workshops Join us for a presentation to help job seekers with barriers find out how to set up and access a myGov account. Learn how you can manage your Centrelink account online and with ease. BYO mobile phone, photo ID and your CRN number and we will

`` Logan West: Tue 29 Oct – 5pm to 6.30pm

Family night in Join us for a fun-filled evening of activities, games and more for families. Parent/ guardian must attend with children. `` Marsden: Halloween: Wed 30 Oct – 5.30pm to 7.30pm

`` Logan Central: Tue 22 Oct – 9.30am to 11am `` Logan North: Tue 1 Oct – 6pm to 7.30pm `` Marsden: Tue 22 Oct – 9.30am to 11am

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The Brothers in Yarns men’s help group at a recent meeting in Woodridge

Brothers use circle of hope to fight back The backyard at No.2 Burrigan St, Woodridge is not that different to similar spaces across the city.

The grass is worn and sparse, the garden is little more than a few stunted shrubs and there’s a well-used barbecue on a concrete slab adjacent to the fence.

What is different though is a circle of concrete benches and wooden chairs around a small stone fire pit.

This backyard is at the Murrigunyah Family and Cultural Healing Centre.

And this circle is one of the most important cogs in the survival and support network for a group of brave Logan men.

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Already up to 15 Logan men of various ages, backgrounds and issues attend the group’s fortnightly Friday morning sessions in what they call the Yarning Circle.

“Your age, size, culture, spiritual belief or the colour of your skin is of no concern to us,” their mission statement reads.

“Our aim is to understand, be tolerant, respectful and to yarn together without prejudice or favour for the benefit of the individual, the brothers and the community.”

On this day, Wayne is among the group and pulls no punches when it is his turn to talk.

“This group is your second chance.”

Stewie uses his turn to tell his fellow Brothers that he has been ‘in the system’ nearly all his life. He crosses his wrists as if in handcuffs to underline his message.

“In four months, I’m finally out of it,” he proudly announces.

“It is such a privilege to be sitting here in this backyard with you normal fellas.”

The irony of the word ‘normal’ is not lost on Uncle Frank, who listens intently as he adeptly hand-rolls another cigarette from a small tub of loose tobacco he has brought to the meeting.

They call themselves Brothers in Yarns and their mission is ‘together we can make our world a better place, than the one we leave behind’.

“For 40 years I led a BS life and I am only here today because a 21-year-old guy gave me his kidney as an organ donor when he died,” Wayne says.

At 68 and the eldest of the Brothers, Uncle Frank’s blue-collar background and no-nonsense attitude suggests there’s not too much that’s happened in Logan in the last six decades that he hasn’t known about.

The multicultural, non-denominational, not-for-profit men’s help group started in May.

“That young fella gave me a second chance and I am not going to blow that with more BS.

The same goes for Jacob, an Indigenous man who has lived all his life in Logan.

He tells the Brothers in Yarns that he has seen Logan-based men’s help groups just like this one come and go a number of times over the years.

“I had problems but when I joined this group I realised I was not the Lone Ranger. There are other people just like me,” he says.

He also tirelessly walks the streets of Logan passing out Brothers in Yarns flyers to let people know help is at hand if they need it.

“They didn’t last because everyone left the work up to two or three blokes,” Jacob says, holding his fingers aloft to make his point.

‘Our aim is to understand, be tolerant, respectful and to yarn together without prejudice or favour for the benefit of the individual, the brothers and the community.’

His vision is for one day to have Brothers in Yarns groups in communities across the state.

“We have to make this one last by everyone doing their bit. Everyone helping each other.”

Helping to drive Brothers in Yarns in its formative days has been the group’s president Uncle Laurie and secretary Uncle George.

Uncle George is a former truck driver who was the victim of a coward punch by a workplace bully three years ago.

He has battled severe depression since and joined Brothers in Yarns ‘to get back to where I was before’.

And he’s doing that, one meeting at a time.

With the help of staff at Council’s Logan North and Logan Central libraries and the support of staff at Murrigunyah, Uncle George has been instrumental in naming of the group, the design of its multi-faceted logo, the formulation of a mission statement and the creation of an agenda for each meeting.

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But at this meeting, Uncle George’s focus is to encourage his fellow brothers to join him at a forthcoming meeting of a child abuse victims’ support group.

It’s the right thing to do, Uncle George says.

Because as much as these brave men have reached out asking for help themselves, the next positive step in their recovery is to help someone else.

If you would like to connect with Brothers in Yarns call 3290 4254 or email project@murrigunyah.org.au

Preparing for the Jimboomba Relay for Life this month are organising committee members Lee Tait (left) and Ada Banks

A future in which people no longer die from cancer is the dream for organisers of the 2019 Relay For Life in Jimboomba.

The idea certainly motivates event cochairperson Ada Banks and committee member Lee Tait.

It is the 15th year of the relay which to date has raised $1.3 million for the Cancer Council Queensland.

“A group of us were raising funds through Quota when we were asked by the Cancer Council to establish the Jimboomba event,” Ada says.

Ada is driven by the memory of her late son Malcolm Funch who died at age 21 in 1995 from a type of cancer called sarcoma which developed in his leg.

Lee’s father Maurice McDougall passed away from lung and throat cancer in 1999.

It is hoped up to 70 teams will contest this year’s relay. Team members will take turns to walk through the night into Sunday morning.

cancer is not being able to do anything apart from support them,” she says.

Many of them will sport names such as No Sleep Tonight.

The traditional Relay For Life survivors lap will launch the Jimboomba event from 3pm followed by the survivors and carers afternoon tea.

Anyone wanting to participate can register online at relayforlife.org.au or sign up on the day.

A candlelight ceremony honouring those whose lives have been lost to cancer will be held from 7pm.

Ada says Relay For Life is a fulfilling event.

More information about the Jimboomba Relay For Life is available on the event’s Facebook page or by calling Ada on 0413 430 640 or Cancer Council Queensland on 1300 656 585.

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A shed full of surprises Woodhill’s Leigh Craig and some of the rail miniature layouts built by the Action Model Train Club (below)

On the south-western extremity of Logan, a Colorbond shed sits at the back of a neat but unassuming property.

It is a somewhat unremarkable sight in semi-rural Woodhill.

But step inside Leigh Craig’s shed and you’ll see something remarkable and quite unexpected.

What could only be described as a ‘Graceland’ for train lovers greets you— life-like models move along carefully laid tracks complete with lights and all the toots and whistles you’d expect to hear in a rail yard.

It is a labour of love for the men of the Action Model Train Club who’ve been meeting here for the past five years to share their love of rail miniatures.

“We’re pretty laidback about what we do here, everyone helps out in whatever way they can,” Leigh says.

“We’ve got a former bank manager, an electrician, an engineer, I was a builder and we have one guy who used to work in rail when he was younger.

“We all do our own thing and get behind each other.”

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Like most model train enthusiasts, the roots of Leigh’s interest can be traced back to a childhood trainset.

But it was his grandson who reignited his passion as an adult.

“We gave him a train as a present when he was two and it just went from there,” he says.

“Before I knew it I’d bought a set and just kept adding to it.”

More than two kilometres of wires were used in the main trainset.

A smaller NV gauge set is being worked

on in another shed and the club also has mobile sets that they take on roadshows to locations as far away as Bundaberg.

The group was incorporated in 2014 and since then it has grown to 21 members who come from as far away as Palm Beach and Zillmere for their weekly Thursday get together.

Leigh says not only is it a satisfying hobby but it’s a great social outlet for the mostly retired members.

To join or find out more give Leigh a call on 0421 678 000.

Everyone’s a backseat driver in tech trial

Site Superintendent Kevin Malanaphy and graduate engineer Lachlan Hasted from Allroads, with Logan City Council Senior Project Engineer Matthew Coleman at the new Third Ave link Rd

Okay hands up, who’s keen for a ride in an automated car?

If your first reaction was to cringe, don’t worry, you are not alone.

It’s exactly the response Queensland University of Technology (QUT) researchers and the State Government are trying to reverse when it comes to the technology.

And recently, Logan played a key role in contributing to this goal.

ZOE2—a connected and highly automated vehicle (CAV), enhanced from a standard Renault ZOE electric vehicle—took to the streets of Logan’s Shailer Park as part of the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) Cooperative and Highly Automated Driving (CHAD) pilot.

It was the first time a level 4 CAV was demonstrated in Australia in normal road conditions.

Key criteria in choosing the location included good vehicle positioning (GPS) and mobile phone coverage, diversity in the surrounding environment and road features such as low speed limits, traffic volumes and crash history.

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With Shailer Park found to be ideal, several locals, including students of Shailer Park State High School and staff from Logan City Council, were given the opportunity to find out more about the vehicle, its development and how it will be used.

An important new road link in Berrinba’s thriving industrial zone is now open to traffic.

TMR expects driverless vehicles such as lowspeed passenger shuttles could start to become commonplace in Queensland within the next decade.

The $5.3 million project has been underway since March.

This follows recent news that RACQ is set to begin the state’s first driverless shuttle bus trial on Karragarra Island from November.

Third Ave has been extended to connect the Gilmore Rd roundabout with Wembley Rd, in a major boost for traffic flow in the area.

The new thoroughfare is also expected to lessen congestion during peak hours at the nearby Berrinba East State School.

Logan City Council Roads and Water Director Daryl Ross says the project was a win for efficiency.

“Locals have seen this part of Logan change significantly over the past decade and our road network has had to grow with it to meet demand,” Mr Ross says.

“This important new link will allow both heavy and regular vehicles greater access to Berrinba’s businesses, which is vital for our local economy.

“It also complements Transurban’s nearby works to improve the Logan Motorway and Wembley Rd connection.

“The road is an important piece of the puzzle for this area and it will ensure Berrinba’s industries are better connected for the future.”

ZOE2—a connected and automated vehicle undergoing trials at Shailer Park

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TransitCare’s wheels turn for 25 years For more than 25 years TransitCare’s Community Flyers have been a familiar sight in the northern and eastern suburbs of Logan.

Established in the early 1990s when local support groups banded together under Founding Chair Ann Langley to create a not-for-profit transport service for people with a disability in Logan, it now provides up to 800 return trips a day to a large and loyal clientele.

Fleet Leading Hand, George Palos says demand for the service is so great, that TransitCare’s fleet of 50 buses and cars sometimes has to be complemented with local taxis at peak times.

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“We’re the preferred option for people with a disability and people aged 65 years and over because we provide a door to door service,” George says.

“Our drivers knock on the door, escort residents to vehicles, load walking frames, shopping and other items and help people in and out of our vehicles.

“It’s a personalised service where we take people on daily runs to hospitals and specialists as far away as the RBWH and Wickham Terrace, five days a week. We also take clients with intellectual disabilities to and from their day services – and for many it’s just a short trip to the shops or hairdressers.”

George says the service now provided group outings as far afield as Byron Bay and the Sunshine Coast.

“Through the social support network we seek feedback and one of the questions we always ask is: ‘Where else would you like to go?’

“So we’ll get a group together and go to the Carnival of Flowers in Toowoomba or Stradbroke Island for the day.”

The service is subsidised by federal and state funding which keeps fares down to $7 for up to 10 kilometres and proportionally more for longer trips.

To become a client of TransitCare, contact TransitCare who will assist with registering with My Aged Care. From there you will obtain a user number and then you’re free to make a booking.

George says TransitCare is always looking for more volunteers to supplement its pool of drivers and all that’s required is a regular driver’s licence and an industry authority.

TransitCare 628 Kingston Rd, Loganlea transitcare.com.au Ph 3422 7900

Fleet Leading Hand, George Palos has worked for TransitCare for almost 10 years

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What to do when there’s a thunderstorm on the way October is the start of thunderstorm season, so it’s an ideal time to look at how to deal with what nature throws at us.

If you have school-aged children it’s a good idea to have a plan for what to do if a storm hits at the same time that school finishes. This means that they will know what to do if you’re delayed collecting them or where they can shelter safely while a storm passes through.

The key to being prepared is to be informed and plan ahead: • Sign up to the Logan Early Warning service to receive free early warning alerts • Listen to the local radio/TV station for official advice and warnings.

• Secure outdoor furniture and any other items that may be blown over

• Secure pets and animals under shelter and provide food and water for them • Put valuables, medications, spare warm clothing etc. with your emergency kit • Park vehicles undercover or cover them with tarpaulins or blankets • Secure doors and windows and draw curtains • Disconnect any unused electrical items • Check on neighbours who may need assistance • Plan to be in a safe place when the storm hits.

When the storm has passed check for damage, but be wary of hazards such as broken tree branches, broken glass, debris, spiders and snakes.

I live my life…without a knife Logan City Council is supporting a campaign being led by the Queensland Police Service to raise awareness of the consequences of carrying a knife in a public place.

Many people are unaware that carrying a knife without a reasonable excuse (self-defence is not a reasonable excuse) is illegal and can result in criminal charges, costly fines and jail time of up to two years.

The campaign aims to educate community members, particularly young people, about the dangers of carrying a knife in public and increase awareness of legal alternatives for protecting yourself when out and about. For further information about this campaign visit logan.qld.gov.au/knife-crimeprevention

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Be wary of fallen powerlines after a storm as items, such as house guttering, metal fences and pools, may become energized. Report fallen powerlines to Energex on 13 19 62 and warn others of the danger.

If you lose a pet during a storm, contact Council's Animal Management Centre on 3412 5397 or visit the centre at 213 Queens Rd, Kingston.

Alternatively keep an eye on Council's Impounded Animals website: logan.qld.gov.au/facilities-andrecreation/animals/impoundedanimals For more information about how to prepare and respond during and after thunderstorms go to logan.qld.gov.au/disasters

Optional Logan Flood Notifications Everyone has the opportunity to subscribe to receive flood notifications for a number of locations across the city. It will automatically alert you to flood levels and allow you to monitor your local conditions, prepare your home and family to deal with flash flooding that may occur after storms have cleared. Go to bit.ly/2maY909 to register.

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SES crew receive national bravery award Local SES members, Jim Ferguson, Chris Holloway and Claire Browning have been recognised with a Group Bravery Citation, an Australian bravery decoration for a courageous rescue at Luscombe in March 2017.

The flood boat crew took a call asking them to rescue a stranded family from raging flood waters.

It took an hour in pitch black—navigating through raging flood waters—to reach Helen Gallo, her father and two children on the roof of a barn-style home where their grandfather lived.

At one stage, the boat stalled in the fast-moving waters—a fire hose had wrapped around the propeller. The waters were high, strong and fierce, and the noise and sheer volume of water were overwhelming.

Using a mapping app on a mobile phone, the team tried to navigate around trees and higher ground, but it wasn’t reliable enough in the dark night.

They could hear the screams for help and made their way in the dark to the stranded and terrified family.

Claire Browning, Jim Ferguson and Chris Holloway at a media call following the 2017 floods

As the team led by Jim arrived and conducted the perilous rescue, they were unaware that they were within minutes of being washed away by the powerful flood waters.

“There wasn’t any warning. A few seconds after we were clear of the building the whole thing was swept away and smashed into trees lining the Albert River,” Jim says.

Retirement home and SES exercise together It was a quiet Wednesday night in Beenleigh’s Noyea Retirement Village when disaster struck.

A gas explosion rocked the tranquil evening, burning stunned residents who spilled out of their rooms in search of help.

It had all the hallmarks of a tragedy but luckily no one was hurt—it was all for an exercise run by the Logan SES. It was a valuable learning experience for the volunteers of the Logan SES, who got the opportunity to test their evacuation and emergency response skills.

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Logan SES Controller Jim Ferguson said great lengths were taken to add to the realism, with some residents volunteering to play burns victims (complete with mock injuries).

“The loading of both resources and members proved challenging as load restrictions and safety requirements meant multiple trips were needed from the launch point 15 minutes away.”

“The residents played their parts really well which added to the authenticity of the exercise,” Jim says.

Once the ‘casualties’ were on firm ground they were given first aid at a hastily erected tent before the Queensland Ambulance Service arrived.

A fake traffic jam was created to add another layer of complexity to the exercise.

“As we were unable to reach the village by conventional routes, the Logan City SES Unit deployed its flood boats on the Albert River to ferry members and equipment to the site,” Jim says.

Once the exercise was over residents and the SES enjoyed a celebratory sausage sizzle and a coffee.

If you’re interested in joining the Logan SES contact Jim Ferguson on 3209 5522.

Photo exhibition shines spotlight on ageless beauty

Empowering older women and giving them a voice is the main motivation behind a new photographic exhibition set to be unveiled this month in Logan.

Local photographer and web designer Sumiko Eyears launched the 50 Over 50 Project to create a photographic record of the beauty of 50 women over the age of 50.

The project has been partly funded by grants from the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), administered by Logan City Council, and a Regional Art Services Network (RASN) grant from the Brisbane Multicultural Art Centre (BEMAC).

The 57-year-old says she came up with the idea for the project after learning how to use a camera at the age of 52.

“After 50 years I have found something that I really love,” she says of her first exhibition.

“I wanted to send a message that when you want to do something it is never too late.

“Over 50 is seen as old but I want to change that perception.

“Beauty is not only for young women, those over 50 still have lots to share with society and their community.”

Sumiko’s 50 Over 50 Project—will go on display at the Logan Artist Association’s ABLE Gallery at Loganlea between 24 and 30 October. (Closed Sunday 27 October).

Before each photo shoot, the women enjoyed a hair and make-up experience while Sumiko worked with them to capture their individuality.

“I customise each session to make a dream photo shoot,” she says.

Sumiko says it was important the portraits reflected the personality of each woman.

She says many of her subjects were amazed by their photographs.

The 50 portraits to be exhibited feature women ranging in age from 50 to 83.

She says each portrait is accompanied by that woman’s story.

These stories range from a woman who has undergone heart surgery, another who wanted to show her scar from breast cancer treatment and a woman with disability.

“They had different inspiring stories and I grew as a photographer and the project changed my life too,” Sumiko says.

Photographer Sumiko Eyears will showcase the beauty of women over 50 in her art exhibition in Loganlea this month.

Videos were also filmed of the project’s 50 participants, who have been overwhelmed by positive comments from their families and friends.

When she launched the project looking for 50 women to photograph Sumiko didn’t expect so much interest.

After receiving 150 applications, she is now planning another project stage.

Sumiko moved to Australia from Japan in 1990. The former flight attendant worked as a concierge in a five-star hotel and a tour guide before discovering her passion for photography.

ABLE Gallery is loacated at 27 Coral St, Loganlea. To see this exhibition, please visit between 10am – 2pm Thursday 24 October to Saturday 26 October and 10am – 2pm Monday 28 October to Wednesday 30 October.

If you’re a creative person and interested in arts funding, visit logan.qld.gov.au/radf for details.

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

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Gavin Park proves popular in Cornubia

Facilities installed in the upgrade to Centre Place Plaza include seating, a table, an arbour, a new deck and bike racks. The stairs and tree are lit by LED lights

Plaza upgrade branches out A magnificent old Ficus tree has been showcased in the redevelopment of Centre Place Plaza in Rochedale South.

Residents and visitors to the nearby shops, on the corner of Underwood Rd and Centre Place, can take advantage of the shade following the construction of a timber deck and seating area.

Works also included new garden beds, installation of a bicycle rack, a footpath upgrade, an access ramp, sandstone bollards and steps with purple LED lights.

Similar colour-changing lights illuminate the tree for a period after dark.

The area has already become popular among customers of some of the businesses in the shopping complex.

Tyson Etri is operations manager at Ray White Rochedale, which is based at Centre Place Plaza.

He says staff and guests often use the new seating area for lunch and meetings.

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“It is much better than sitting inside in a lunchroom and once the new arbour grows over it will be a cool, shady place in summer,” he says.

Construction worker Gavin Hall, who is working on the nearby M1 upgrade, regularly uses the shade under the towering Ficus tree at Centre Place Plaza to get out of the sun for his lunch break.

“It’s convenient and it’s a good little place to hang,” he says.

Kirsty Ly, who works at The Corner Bake House, says a lot of people had started using the new facilities.

“The lights make it very pretty at night too,” she says.

The works have also stopped some drivers from using the shopping complex car park as a thoroughfare from Underwood Rd into Centre Place.

A new dog off-leash area at Cornubia is already proving popular

A new dog off-leash park in Cornubia is great news for the many pet owners in the suburb.

The facility is in Gavin Way with pedestrian access also available from California Creek Rd. It is within walking distance of Cornubia Nature Reserve.

The love of pets runs strong among many Cornubia residents.

The suburb provided one of the highest numbers of completed survey forms submitted for Council’s recent ‘Have Your Say’ and ‘Did We Hear You Correctly?’ community engagements.

The two rounds of community engagement were part of Council’s review into some dog and cat keeping local laws relating to various property sizes.

The new Gavin Park dog off-leash area provides an alternative venue to the large and small dog off-leash area nearby at Skinners Park in Carbrook.

Gavin Park is also suitable for small and large dogs.

Facilities include a new shelter with a table and seats, a rubbish bin and two doggy bin and bag dispensers.

There’s fun galore in Homestead Park A spider-web climbing net, lookouts, an enclosed bridge and a slide are among the features of a spectacular new playground recently opened at Homestead Park in Shailer Park.

The eye-catching facility also has multi-play equipment for younger children including a low climbing structure, a small slide and a ‘corner store’.

There’s also a spinning sphere while a pathway through the area features stencils of frogs, kookaburras, turtles and dragonflies.

The brightly coloured playground, atop a hill at the southern end of the popular park, is near three existing picnic shelters, which have been renovated.

A new shelter has been built nearby along with two new shelters in the park’s relocated dog off-leash area.

A new sandstone wall behind the playground provides additional seating for parents and carers.

A futsal court with an artificial sport turf surface also is part of the park’s redevelopment.

The works also includes newly planted trees, shrubs and groundcovers.

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Think of your child’s safety With the school year coming to a close, it's not the time to become complacent.

That’s why Patrick the Pace Car and Council's Community Education Team will be visiting a school near you to remind everyone of the dangers.

Work has started on five major drainage projects to upgrade stormwater infrastructure ahead of the upcoming storm season.

Schools are busy areas where there are often lots of unsupervised children who don't always recognise the danger posed by roads and vehicles.

Council annually spends millions of dollars on underground pipes to divert stormwater away from homes and help reduce flooding.

Heavily enforced 40kmph speed limits apply in school zones and strict no stopping and no parking rules also apply in these zones.

Projects underway, or about to commence, include:

You can only park in a stop, drop and go zone for a maximum of two minutes and must not leave your vehicle.

You can assist passengers into and out of the vehicle and load/unload items but waiting for extended periods in these zones may lead to you being fined.

• Kinloch Rd catchment, Daisy Hill • Camena St catchment, Shailer Park • Dryandra Dve catchment, Eagleby • Defiance Rd catchment, Logan Central • Milne St, Ludcke La, Muchow St catchment, Beenleigh.

Don’t even think about allowing your child to get in/out of the vehicle while stopped or double parked on the road. It’s dangerous and will result in a significant fine.

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New shared pathway for Slacks Creek Construction is about to start on the Slacks Creek green-link shared pathway linking Compton Rd with Moss St, Springwood.

through parkland and lead to recreation facilities, with a bridge, boardwalk and shared pathway running along Slacks Creek.

The pathway will eventually connect with a regional network of principal cycle ways, including the planned Compton Rd and Baker St Bikeway.

Bench seats along the floodlit pathway, artwork structures and bike shelters will also be included.

The project will create an active transport link and recreational corridor

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Two projects to enhance Springwood streetscapes Murrajong Rd and Dennis Rd will be connected next year by a shared pathway, which will run along the western boundary of the Springwood Central State School.

At 350m it will cater for pedestrians and cyclists and will be landscaped with trees, groundcovers, seating and public art.

The pathway will be lit and connected to the city’s monitored CCTV network.

It will link retail and commercial areas and provide improved access to public transport, cafés and shops.

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along Slacks Creek for pedestrians and cyclists and will benefit local businesses by attracting people to the area.

The project received $827,000 from the State Government’s Cycle Network Local Government Grant with Council providing the remaining funding from the Springwood Implementation Fund.

Breakfast with Tom O’Toole Businessman, baker, author and inspirational speaker Tom O’Toole, founder of the famous Beechworth Bakeries, will be the keynote speaker at the joint Logan Office of Economic Development and Combined Chambers of Commerce Business Breakfast.

Tom is known for telling an inspiring story about how he created Australia’s most successful stand-alone retail bakery business, which employs more than 250 staff and serves more than a million customers each year.

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Embracing Future Anything There are plenty of examples of high school students who have become successful entrepreneurs, making their first million before turning 21.

They are generally cutting-edge, socially conscious entrepreneurs who can solve issues and create their own jobs, but most importantly have a belief in themselves.

Logan City Council is supporting Future Anything through its partnership with the State Government’s Advancing Regional Innovation Program and is offering up to $1500 co-funding per school towards the program.

For further information contact Council’s ARIP coordinator Mark McCrystal at markmccrystal@logan.qld.gov.au

The Future Anything Program is based on the idea that anyone can design their own innovative, scalable and sustainable business solutions. The twist is they have to pitch their ideas – in a high pressure school-based ‘Shark Tank’ to professional judges – in front of their peers.

Marsden State High School hosted Logan’s first school-based event where nine teams of Year 9 students pitched their ideas.

“The program is a fantastic opportunity to rethink our English curriculum in order to provide students with real-world experiences,” Deputy Principal Garrath McPherson says.

It has fostered an entrepreneurial mindset in our students and given them skills to create change.

Guest Judges (from left) Andrew Peach, Marsden State High School Principal; Stewart Fleming President, Logan Chamber of Commerce; Ayla Soutar, entrepreneurial facilitator; and Mark Steiner from Hetech

Technology tackles driver fatigue A solution to driver fatigue and distracted driving, one of the main causes of accidents for truck drivers, is in the sights of Trakpro, a fleet management and telematic data provider, based in Meadowbrook.

At a recent INNOV8 Meetup, Alf Allman, Trakpro’s general manager gave members a demonstration of how his company had combined two technologies to prevent fatigued drivers from ‘pushing on’.

“We’ve developed a solution, using advanced facial detection technology right here in Logan,” he says.

“Our Trakpro dual-camera ADAS (Advanced driver-assistance system), consists of one camera (looking forward from the windscreen) to detect forward-facing collision avoidance and another camera (looking at the driver) for driver face state recognition.

“If the driver is yawning or closing their eyes it activates. If they were to yawn once the device will say ‘yawning’. If they do it multiple times it will make a louder audible prompt and will send a notification off by SMS or email to the fleet controller.”

Alf Allman, Trakpro’s general manager presented his company's innovations at a recent INNOV8 Meetup

Alf says Logan was an ideal location for Trakpro.

“We’re surrounded by a host of innovative electronics manufacturers and software developers which makes us feel that we’re part of an innovators network,” Alf says.

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Bold partnership to innovate city Logan’s evolution towards being an innovative, dynamic, city of the future has taken a giant leap forward with the announcement in August of a new partnership with a global education provider.

Council has partnered with Loganbased tech company, GO1, and is now exploring co-lab opportunities for the Logan Innovation Hub at the company's Underwood premises.

The co-lab will be a place where entrepreneurs and scale-ups receive support and mentoring to develop their business to successfully compete in the marketplace.

GO1 is a globally successful company referred to as the “Spotify of training”.

It has more than 200 employees and offices in six countries, including its head office in Logan. More than 1.5 million learners worldwide rely on GO1 for their training and compliance needs.

The deal will enable Council to be more agile to suit the ever-shifting innovation space, while opening up new opportunities to activate the indoor component of the Kingston Butter Factory redevelopment in the context of a cultural and entertainment precinct.

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Council's Director of Innovation and City Transformation, Scott Bourke, says Council’s decision to explore innovation hub options away from the Kingston Butter Factory is a win for Logan.

“Our decision was made after broad market research and advice from national and international experts and consultation with local stakeholders,” he says.

Meanwhile, preliminary site work on the Kingston Butter Factory’s new outdoor stage has already started.

When finished next year, the outdoor venue will have capacity for audiences of up to 5,000 people, and attract national acts, host major festivals and local events and be home to markets and signature large-scale events.

“Rather than investing in a permanent, physical location at the Kingston Butter Factory, Council will work with corporate partners to deliver significant programs in other locations across the city.

“Another advantage of this strategy is that it gives us the opportunity to explore the full range of options to help the Kingston Butter Factory redevelopment realise its full potential.”

GO1 co-founder Vu Tran thanked the Council for the opportunity to help boost Logan’s entrepreneurial credentials.

“We’re thrilled to be able to give back to the community and boost the number of successful start-ups and scale-ups with support and mentoring capabilities,” he says.

From left: Director of Innovation and City Transformation, Scott Bourke, Director Organisational Services, Robert Strachan, GO1 co-founder Vu Tran, Logan City Council Interim Administrator, Tamara O’Shea and Strategic Projects Manager, Warren van Wyk at the announcement of the partnership with tech company, GO1

Music a force for good at Brigalow Country Community Club The unifying power of music is regularly on display at Eagleby’s Brigalow Country Community Club.

But it is most apparent on a Thursday morning, when the community’s local disability services come together in celebration.

The music can be heard pumping from the driveway of the Eagleby Wetlands— the club’s long-time home—so there is little point even shouting “hello” to familiar faces when entering the hall.

A friendly smile and a wave must suffice and on Thursdays, there are certainly plenty of those to go around.

Club president Max Noble has to navigate a packed room to speak outside about the club’s ongoing efforts for the local disabled community.

With space at the rear for a kitchen, and the front for a stage, the clubhouse is not large.

“It’s really needed. Really needed. They love it.”

Max says the regular get-together has now continued at Brigalow for over a decade.

“We need the community to support us a bit, the more they come along (to fundraising events) the more we can do.”

Some of the regulars include Ability Care at Hillcrest and the Woodridge branch of the Endeavour Foundation, whose very own band—the KingStones—have recently started providing the event’s entertainment themselves.

“It builds them up,” Max says.

About 60 people, up dancing and singing, fill the remaining area but Mr Noble insists—it’s not a big day.

“Just have a look at them, they’re all part of it. This is their day, this is their place.”

“On a big day, we have seven or eight buses, plus the cars … we had 120 (people) here once,” he says.

As a not-for-profit club, community fundraising has always been a priority for Brigalow.

Max says where possible, the club aims to offer not only entertainment and belonging for disabled people but also some of the equipment necessary to enhance their lifestyles.

“What we say is, we will supply you with this if we have it, and if we haven’t, I’ll go looking for it,” he says.

“Wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs. I also go out chasing donations for food (for our events) and what we can’t get, we buy.”

While the ongoing efforts of club members make such efforts possible, extra community support is always appreciated.

“We’ve only got a small amount of volunteers and I can’t work them to death,” Max says.

“We need the community to support us a bit, the more they come along (to fundraising events), the more we can do.”

The Brigalow Country Community Club shares its events and newsletter online at brigalow-country.com/ Endeavour Foundation band the KingStones, with Brigalow Country Community Club president Max Noble (centre back in olive green Tshirt), are regular performers at the club

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Injury or disability should be no barrier to fitness Injury or disability doesn’t need to be a barrier to fitness with inSports now providing Adaptive Group Fitness classes with funding from the Move it Logan program.

Instructor Damien Chrzanowski says the low to moderate intensity group fitness classes are structured to cater for a wide variety of abilities in a fun and safe environment.

“I’m passionate about promoting exercise as a way for people to increase their fitness levels and improve their everyday well-being,” he says.

“We have a comfortable gym environment with exercises adapted for people with disability or injury. The classes are as much about having a good time as they are about achieving personal goals.

“It’s a great stepping stone for those who are looking to become more active, with a tailored approach to exercise to cater for someone with disability or recovering from injury.”

Participant Lyn Verschuuren was looking to improve her health and fitness after a foot fracture and surgery earlier this year prevented her from exercising.

“Since I’ve started the program, I’ve noticed my fitness has improved, my balance has also improved—and I’m feeling more confident,” she says.

Exercise is helping Lyn Verschuuren improve her health and fitness after an injury, under the watchful eye of instructor, Damien Chrzanowski at inSports Health and Fitness Mount Warren Park

“Working out with Damien has been a great way to learn about how to exercise properly in a safe way and he tailors the exercises to suit me as an individual. I feel like I’ve come a long way since starting the classes.”

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Saturday 19 October 2019

Cats and dogs welcome!

Adaptive Group Fitness classes will be running at: inSports Mount Warren Tuesdays during school terms from 11.45am to 12.45pm inSports Logan North Aquatic and Fitness Centre Mondays during school terms from 12.45pm to 1.45pm The classes cost just $5 per person and are suitable for those aged over 14 years.

Bookings are essential: Email insports@logan.qld.gov.au Or call: inSports Mount Warren 3412 5440 inSports Logan North 3412 5640 For more information on other activities on offer through the Move it Logan program, visit logan.qld.gov.au/moveitlogan Move it Logan is funded with assistance from the Australian Government through Sport Australia.

Marsden Shopping Centre (Red Rooster), Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden.

7.30 to 9am Marsden State High School, Muchow Rd, Marsden.

9.30 to10.30am

Bite Basics Dog owners are responsible not only for the health and safety of their pet, but also protecting the community from injury.

So why do dogs bite?

Help reduce dog aggression by: • Keeping your dog on a leash in public (unless in an off-leash area).

• Maintain control of your dog when in an off-leash area • Arrange training and appropriate socialisation for your dog

Dogs may bite because they feel scared, in pain or frustrated or when they want to defend their territory or haven’t been socialised with other animals or people.

• Do not allow your dog to be left unsupervised with children • Ensure clear access to your front door—this is the law! Keep your dog confined to your back yard.

It’s important to remember that any dog, regardless of breed, size or type, can bite.

Logan is home to more than 40,000 dogs. Each year we investigate incidents ranging from a dog rushing or lunging and causing fear, to nips and severe bites.

• Ensure your fence/enclosure will prevent your dog escaping.

Owners are reminded that they are responsible if their dog bites or even causes fear to another animal or human. Let’s learn to live together safely to prevent dog bites.

Upcoming events: FRIDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 5PM – 9PM

FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER 5PM – 9PM

LOGAN METRO SPORTS PARK, CRESTMEAD

ROTARY PARK, JIMBOOMBA

Follow us on Facebook to keep up-to-date on locations, dates, food trucks, entertainment, competitions and loads more. #eatsandbeats #visitlogan #cityoflogan eatsandbeats.com.au

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This is a pet and alcohol-free event.

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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Dancin’ in the dark Move to your own rhythm with No Lights No Lycra—where everyone dances and no one watches. This is a weekly class for people aged 14 to 70 to come and dance freely with the lights low and the music turned up.

Deb Davidson approached her first experience at Gould Adams Park Community Centre with some trepidation.

“All I was told was you do not wear Lycra because it’s not a gym and no one can see you ‘cause it’s dark. Yeah right, I thought,” says Deb. “I went in there feeling depressed, very low and a very big bit self-conscious.”

Something special happened to Deb in the next hour.

“I’ve lost weight and I’ve made some great friends as well.”

“Everybody was friendly and laughing and then someone turned the lights out, the music started and everyone was dancing. After the first song, I was moving my feet as a song I have loved for over 30 years came on next and I just lost myself in the music.

No Lights No Lycra is held at Gould Adams Park Community Centre, Kingston on Mondays (school terms only) from 5.30pm to 6.30pm, excluding public holidays. There is no need to book, just show up when you’re in the mood for a dance!

“I walked out of there absolutely liberated, a smile a mile wide and with a weight off my shoulders. No one was watching me; they were having too much fun just dancing in their own zone,” she says.

Entry is just $5. Wear what you like—it’s dark!

Now a regular, Deb has found there are other benefits too.

No Lights No Lycra is funded by Logan City Council's Live Well Logan program.

To view the full list of activities, visit logan.qld.gov.au/livewell.

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Pools open for school holidays Five of Logan’s aquatic centres at Logan North, Beenleigh, Bethania, Gould Adams Park and Logan West are open and operating under their summer hours schedule, to provide additional options for school holiday activities.

The aquatic centres are much more than just outdoor pools—with many having BBQ facilities, gyms and health clubs, kidsclubs, learn-to-swim classes, squad training, heated indoor pools, changing rooms and kiosks.

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Entry fees remain unchanged at $5.70 for adults and $4.10 for child and concessional entry with additional discounts for families.

For opening hours and facilities go to: loganleisurecentres.com.au/ aquatic-centre-locations or ring 3412 3412.

Eagleby Aquatic Centre will reopen on Tuesday 8 October.

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Hospital calls for Logan Hospital is calling for volunteers for its Community Advisor Program, ahead of an expansion worth close to $500 million over the coming years.

The major construction project will deliver an additional 206 beds and treatment spaces, a new mental health decision unit and medical ward, and a refurbished and expanded maternity ward, birthing suites and special care nursery.

Logan Hospital is seeking individuals who are passionate about health services and the Logan community who are interested in becoming a volunteer

VOLUNTEERS Community Advisor. The Community Advisors will support patients, visitors and staff in the lead up to and during construction, and share information within their networks to ensure the community is informed.

Kerbside COLLECTIONS from 21 October to 1 November

Marsden Crestmead

from 4 November to 15 November

Browns Plains Regents Park Heritage Park

The Community Advisor Program is being delivered in partnership with St John Ambulance Queensland.

To register, complete the Expression of Interest form at: metrosouth.health.qld.gov.au/logan-hospital/community-advisor-program

Waging the annual war on weeds Spring has sprung, but that's not the only thing. Many restricted invasive plant species are popping up on residential land and water bodies across the city.

Paid your cat or dog registration for 2019?

Salvinia

If you don't pay your pet’s registration, you may be fined up to $266.

These plants are classified as serious pests and must be controlled or removed under the Biosecurity Act as they can impact the environment, animals and people.

Some examples include salvinia, a free-floating aquatic fern that forms thick mats over water bodies, reducing water flow and degrading water quality.

Another water-based restricted invasive plant is water hyacinth. One of the world's worst weeds, water hyacinth is a major pest in creeks, rivers and dams.

It chokes wetlands and waterways, killing native wildlife and preventing recreational use.

Land owners should also be on the look-out for groundsel. Groundsel bush was introduced to our region as an ornamental plant but it competes with native and pasture vegetation and destroys native wildlife habitat.

If not, registration fees are now overdue and a final notice will be issued shortly.

Paying is easy. You can pay on line at bit.ly/2lIKSvt Misplaced the lifetime registration tag?

We'll replace it for free.

Water hyacinth

Contact council to request a new one.

Phone 3412 5397. Council encourages responsible pet ownership.

Found something new in the yard and don't know what it is? Let us identify it for you.

Please use gloves to take a sample.

Pop in a bag and bring down to the Animal Management Centre, 213 Queens Rd. Alternatively, request a copy of our Weeds of Logan brochure to help identify and treat any weeds in your yard.

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Tickets now on sale Secure your tickets for the city’s sporting night of nights!

Rub shoulders with Katie Brennan, Amna Karra-Hassan and the city’s sporting elite as we celebrate our champions and their achievements.

The evening includes pre-dinner drinks, a three course meal and entertainment. logan.qld.gov.au/sportsawards

Gala Awards Dinner Saturday 2 November 6.30pm, Logan Metro Sports & Events Centre 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead