Our Logan Magazine - May 2017

Volume 58 May 2017

Red Bull racer’s Crashed Ice challenge

Logan bounces back

volunteers mobilise

BUILDING OUR COMMUNITIES, BUSINESSES AND PRIDE

CONTENTS OUR LOGAN, OUR CITY MAGAZINE Editorial enquiries: 3412 5284 or media@ logan.qld.gov.au Advertising enquiries: 3412 5176 or marketing@logan.qld. gov.au Managing Editor: Ben Travaini

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Logan bounces back

Torres Strait art comes to Logan

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Graphic Design: Vicky Fraser Front cover image: Clockwise from left: Angela White, Dalton Duminy, Joshua Te Tai, Ron Watkins, Michael Francis, and Cortnie Wylie – some of the 1,600 people who volunteered their assistance to help clear houses of debris.

Photo: Martin King 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.

Success comes in alll sizes

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Don’t miss Logan’s Eco Action Festival

MAYOR — Luke Smith

Next month will feature Reconcilliation Week.

Is your cat registered?

DIVISION 2 — Cr Russell Lutton

Representing the whole of the City of Logan.

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 1 — Cr Lisa Bradley

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

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, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub.

DIVISION 3 — Cr Steve Swenson

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

Representing Browns Plains, Regents Park, Heritage Park and part of Park Ridge.

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

Rochedale South

DIVISION 8 — Cr Cherie Dalley

Forestdale

Browns Plains

Hillcrest Regents Park

Div 7

Boronia Heights

Div 3

Bethania

Waterford West

Div 8

Cornubia Tanah Merah

Loganlea

Marsden Crestmead

Shailer Park Meadowbrook

Div 5

Heritage Park

Greenbank

Daisy Hill

Slacks Creek

Kingston

Berrinba

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

Springwood

Woodridge

Div 2

DIVISION 10 — Cr Darren Power

Priestdale

Div 1

Underwood

Logan Central

Park Ridge

Div 6 Waterford

Logan Reserve

Loganholme Eagleby

Edens Landing Holmview

Div 12 Beenleigh Mount Warren Park

Bahrs Scrub

Buccan Chambers Flat

Munruben

New Beith

Windaroo Belivah Bannockburn

Div 9

North Maclean

Lyons

Logan Village

Stockleigh

South Maclean

Silverbark Ridge

Div 11

Wolffdene

Div 4

Flagstone Monarch Glen Jimboomba area under review

Kairabah

Kagaru

www.logan.qld.gov.au

Jimboomba

www.visitlogan.com.au

Tamborine

Cedar Grove 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.

Cedar Creek

Yarrabilba

Flinders Lakes Undullah

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

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

DIVISION 4 — Cr Laurie Koranski

Woodhill

Veresdale

Div 10 Carbrook

Park Ridge South

All content accurate as of 12 April 2017.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following pages may contain images of deceased persons.

Logan’s Red Bull racer

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News Editor: Martin King Writers: Zoe Krieg Toby Walker Martin King Jan Le Maitre Julie Brumfield-Jones Jacqui Donegan Sam Burgess

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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.

Note: This map includes suburbs that are to be gazetted as well as areas currently under review.

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Our Logan is produced and delivered to every household in the City of Logan at a cost of 66 cents per household.

A message from our Mayor Welcome to the May edition of Our Logan.

Many times I’ve felt pride for the City of Logan, but never so much as during the community response to the floods.

From the time the severe weather warning was sounded, people banded together and offered to help each other— first to prepare for the event, and then to respond and recover.

We were overwhelmed with offers of support and assistance, and the tales of heroism, courage and generosity.

What struck me was the community spirit and resilience throughout the City of Logan. So many people were affected, yet they were looking around to see who else needed help.

While the city as a whole was relatively unscathed, we were all impacted in some way.

The Local Disaster Management Group based at Logan City Council worked around the clock for a week, coordinating with emergency personnel, government authorities and community organisations.

The rain depression from ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie passed over South East Queensland for just 24 hours, but it brought falls of 400mm and winds up to 120km/h throughout Logan.

Many residents had to evacuate or batten down as the Albert and Logan rivers were pushed to major flood levels—and then left a trail of mud and destruction.

The flood was classed as a 100-year event for the Albert River and a 20 to 50 year event for the Logan River, leaving: • • • •

Logan has experienced damage to road and water infrastructure with severe damage to Chardon Bridge and the Alan Wilke Bridge. We have also experienced damage to numerous sport, recreational and park infrastructure.

Flooding is an inherent risk of our riverside existence. The first flood recorded here was in 1887 and the same community spirit was evident then, when neighbours anxiously banded together as relief supplies were steamed in from Brisbane. Since then, we have experienced significant flood events in 1947, 1974 and 2013.

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnb ull and Mayor Lu talk to an Eagle ke Smith by resident

What never fails to amaze me is that our community, each and every time, continue to be resilient and we continue to lend a hand to those in need.

I would like to thank all the volunteers and community groups who were on hand, day in and day out, to put others first and assist in the recovery effort.

For the residents who were flooded, it was a devastating event and the memories will be enduring.

ing SES volunteers Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk thank

As we rebuild, I encourage you to be patient with the recovery efforts and continue that same spirit of cooperation, support, and understanding.

Mayor Luke Smith City of Logan

103 roads closed 31 pump stations flooded 15,000 properties without power 185 houses inundated above floor level.

Council staff doorknocked 900 homes, prior to the peaks on the Albert and Logan rivers to warn residents, while the SES undertook 581 tasks, including a dramatic rescue from a rooftop before a house was washed away.

en, talks with position, Bill Short Leader of the Op staff Council and SES

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Volunteers come to the rescue With the power off, the first indication that retired couple Cecily and Geoff Gredden had that their property was threatened by nearby Slacks Creek was when water started slowly advancing into the bottom of their yard.

In less than 12 hours, it was more than two metres deep, covering sheds and stables “We had no power from 11am to 7pm on Friday. That’s when all the warnings were going out,” Geoff said.

“We’ve been here almost three years and have seen water come up to near the shed, but this time the water just kept coming and coming.

“We’re used to seeing it rain and have the water rush down the creek. That happened and then the sound stopped and the water started rising.

“We didn’t believe what we were seeing at first. It was very quiet. Eerily quiet.

“We didn’t expect it. We just got caught.”

The scramble to get their possessions out of a packed shed in the dark didn’t end well. The Greddens lost three vehicles that were being repaired or restored as well as tools and irreplaceable family memorabilia.

“Things collected over the years were lost. We had three vehicles down there—two for restoration and one being repaired. Ironically, the part I was waiting for that would have enabled us to move the Camry just arrived in the post,” said Geoff.

“The spa floated around for three days and then it disappeared. It’s probably in Moreton Bay now.

“On the other hand, our rooster survived after floating around for three days in the chicken coop feed bin and on a poly pipe. We knew he’d survived each night because we heard him crow at 5.30am each morning.

“We lost photos taken by our son, a professional photographer who passed away 10 years ago, but my sonin-law was able to save our wedding album by lifting the roof of the shed and fishing it out from above.”

Cecily said a succession of people from organisations had materialised very quickly just after the floodwaters started to recede.

“The Council people were first, measuring where the water came up to on Sunday. Then there was a lady from the Department of Communities, then Lifeline and the Energex guys came.

“When those volunteers came, boy is that something fantastic. They were cheerful, kind and considerate—not throwing everything out.

Inside the Gredden’s shed

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“Diving into mud and happily picking up stuff and coming to me and saying do you want to keep this?

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“They were absolutely fantastic,” Cecily said.

“They were beautiful, just beautiful and you could see that they were extremely well briefed, organised and supported.

“They did such a good job that when the fire brigade came round to hose the shed out they said they didn’t need to do it because the volunteers did such a good job.

“The volunteers all gave me a hug before they left.”

One volunteer was Ron Watkins from Jindalee, who decided to pay back the favour he was given when volunteers helped reinstate the downstairs area of his home, which was inundated during the 2011 Brisbane River flood.

The Gredden’s waterfront

property backs onto Slacks

Creek

“I told a friend and within a few hours, he had the ceiling painted.

“I learned a lot from that experience.

“Don’t knock help back and don’t be afraid to ask for help.

“I’ll always remember how people just came in off the street and gave me a hand. It’s something that I’ll always be grateful for—and that’s why I’m volunteering now.”

“I just thought I’d come down and help,” said Ron, who was hard at work at Bayes Rd, Logan Reserve.

“In 2011 I was hit pretty hard with my house flooded. My former workplace at Dulux in Rocklea and my local bowls club and golf club went under as well.

“I know what people are going through and I really feel for them.”

Ron said one of the most difficult things for people who had been flooded was having to dump part of your life on the footpath.

“At first you experience the initial shock of having to go through your possessions as you try to decide what to keep, but then you realise it all has to go, and you just take photos for insurance.

“I had just finished renovating my place downstairs and the whole lot needed to be torn down.

“It’s better if someone else does that, it’s just too painful to do it yourself,” he said.

“A few months after the flood I went to paint the ceiling of my house and I just broke down, I couldn’t do it.

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Mount Lindesay Highway, Jimboomba.

Shell Service Station. Looking south.

10am, 1 April 2017

Logan and Albert River, Eagleby. Looking north-west.

3pm, 31 March 2017

Waterford Bridge, Logan River with Tygum Lagoon and Logan Reserve in background. Looking west.

10am, 1 April 2017

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Sylvia Nakachi – an artist with an enquiring mind Although she’s lived in Bamaga, on the tip of Cape York almost all of her life, it is Erub (Darnley Island), a small speck of land in the Torres Strait, that features most prominently in Sylvia Nakachi’s first curated art exhibition at the Logan Art Gallery.

“I regard my work as embedding Indigenous culture—both young and old—but in this exhibition I will separate culture from influence and combine art and research to alter the way the Coming of the Light story is told.

Raised by her grandparents, Sylvia was taught to celebrate the story of the Coming of the Light (Christianity) to Erub which is re-enacted annually on 1 July, throughout Torres Strait Islander communities.

Sylvia’s short film is based on research that provides a different interpretation to the traditional representation of the London Missionaries’ arrival on Erub.

“The traditional Coming of the Light ceremony depicts Reverend Samuel Macfarlane’s arrival on a boat to be met by hostile islanders who neither understand nor speak English,” Sylvia said.

“The story goes that the missionaries hand over gifts and a bible and the islanders are suddenly converted to Christianity after seeing the light.

“My research of the London Missionary Society’s documentation revealed that the true circumstances were very much different.

“The missionaries who landed on Darnley Island in 1871 were met by Islanders who were fluent in English and were welcoming of westerners – going back almost a century to the time of Captain Bligh,” she said.

The missionaries left both Christianity and a Victorian Era influence with the Islanders, which is also represented in the exhibition.

The surprising thing about Sylvia’s first exhibition is the diversity of her contemporary and traditional art forms.

“I’m very passionate about what I do and my work is as much about keeping identity regardless of the medium I use.

“It sometimes takes up to three days to produce works that are organic and natural—like the baskets made from banana tree.

“I’ve never had the opportunity to put together an exhibition like this before.

It features all my work, which includes printing, street art, literature, weaving, apparel and film. It’s very exciting,” Sylvia said.

The exhibition, which is open until 10 June, is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and Logan City Council.

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DIVISION 1 NEWS

Clearing up some muddy waters

More room for your dog to play

A project to revegetate Lake Dennis has been disrupted due to recent flooding.

When the water level drops, Council’s Parks Branch will resume its plan to plant vegetation on 35 metres of the embankment on the western edge of the lake—next to the viewing platform to enhance the visual appeal, water quality and improve foreshore stability.

“When completed these works will provide a better aesthetic dimension to the lake, enhance its biodiversity and assist with improving water quality,” Councillor Lisa Bradley said.

Council has set aside $20,000 to build the new off-leash area, with basic facilities designed to be used while the other two enclosures are being maintained.

Councillor Lisa Bradley said the existing small and large dog off leash areas will be re-turfed in stages throughout the year.

“Council will initially plant a variety of species to see which ones thrive better in the environment.

“Underwood Park is one of the most popular parks for dog walking in the City of Logan and we want to ensure that our growing pet population can be accommodated,” Cr Bradley said.

“Once we know a little more about the microenvironment, we’ll encourage residents with properties bordering the lake to also plant those species.

“During the rejuvenation work of the off-leash areas, dog users will be encouraged to use the third dog off leash area.”

“We want to work with the community to create a new look for the precinct that works in harmony with nature and increases the overall appeal of the area.”

Cr Bradley said the re-turfing would involve the small and large dog off leash enclosures being closed, for short periods.

A log that has fallen into the lake will remain, as it has now attracted a number of aquatic animals.

Lake Dennis was identified as requiring improvement because it lacked native aquatic and bank vegetation, which creates erosion and undermines the bank edges.

Work on the revegetation of Lake Dennis began in March, but the planting schedule will need to be reassessed when the water level falls.

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Underwood Park has always been a popular spot for dog walkers—and soon there’ll be more play room for your pooch— with a third off-leash area to commence construction shortly.

“Once this work is completed, Underwood Park will have the additional dog off-leash area.”

COUNCILLOR LISA BRADLEY Chairperson Health, Environment and Sustainability 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

On a stage of their own

Students cross here A new crossing has made the journey to school a lot safer for the students of Kingston State School and Groves Christian College.

Who knows, maybe Logan can produce more Australian Idol stars?

“They also add another layer to the social and cultural fabric of the school.

Earlier this year Kingston State School held auditions for a Performance Group of Excellence.

“I have been impressed with the friendliness and enthusiasm of these young students.

One hundred and twenty students auditioned but unfortunately, only 25 students could be chosen.

“The group’s leader, Karley Taylor and school principal Stephanie Crick should be commended for forming and nurturing this group of fine young people.”

Since then the culturally diverse team has been practising feverishly, performing at a number of school events.

They’ve been helped along thanks to funding for costumes and other expenses by the Division 2 Community Benefit Fund.

Councillor Russell Lutton said extracurricular activities, such as performance art, were a great way of building a child’s self-esteem and developing their creative side.

“I’m delighted to help the Performance Group of Excellence to continue its work,” Cr Lutton said.

“Groups like this enhance a school’s reputation because they allow students to explore their potential outside the classroom.

Ms Taylor said the program had been designed to provide aspiring performers with additional opportunities to sharpen their dance, drama and performance proficiency.

“This provides a platform for our students to become more confident as entertainers and to motivate reluctant learners to engage in school,” she said.

Speed platforms installed last year have resulted in a marked decrease in average speeds in the 50km/h zone of Laughlin St, which splits the two campuses.

Council monitoring shows only 11 per cent of cars through the street now exceed the speed limit, down from 51 per cent before the works.

A dedicated crossing, traffic island and a new pram ramp and footpath have greatly increased safety standards.

“The crossing has been a long time coming and is the result of the community proactively working with Council to lobby for a solution,” Cr Lutton said.

“This will make it a lot safer for the students and the wider community— and will enable the provision of a crossing supervisor during peak times.”

“We would like to thank Councillor Lutton for believing in our team and thank him for his contribution.”

COUNCILLOR RUSSELL LUTTON Chairperson Planning and Development Committee 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

Teamwork building confidence and character A Logan high school Youth Support Coordinator (YSC) is using her military background to improve the lives of a special group of students.

Mabel Park High School YSC, Lisa Henderson, is drawing on her military background to build the character of students, especially those dealing with personal battles of their own.

She has formed ‘Mabel Force’, a group of 44 students who get together twice a week to go through a series of military exercises and programs to boost their self-esteem, character and skills.

Along with fellow instructor and YSC, Logan Indigenous Elder, Uncle Laurie, they hope to build the students’ minds and characters.

Lisa and Laurie said they have been amazed at the results.

“We are only into week seven of the program and students certainly have a sense of pride in what they are doing and achieving in Mabel Force,” Laurie said.

Councillor Steve Swenson, indigenous elder Uncle Laurie and Lisa Henderson inspect Mabel Force

“Emphasis is placed on doing their personal best, but to also work as a squad, one mob, a family.”

is to feel like they belong; they want to feel proud and they want to grow—and Mabel Force does that.

Lisa said looking after one another is a big focus.

“They are taught that you don’t do life alone—and no one should—so they are constantly observing others to see who needs their help.

“They are taught to ‘look out for your mates’, to look out for another who may be having trouble with a drill movement, their uniform, or the student trying his or her best to finish a race,” she said.

“They are all ages. Some are struggling with school, some were born in Logan and some have only been in Australia for two years.

“Some reside with their parents and one is an independent student.

“I suppose if you ask Laurie and I, all these amazing students are wanting

“It’s moments like these that make Laurie and I smile.”

Councillor Steve Swenson said Mabel Force was an initiative making a real difference in the students’ lives.

“Lisa and Laurie are changing the lives of these kids and they deserve to be congratulated,” he said.

“With the skills being gained through Mabel Force we can be confident they will go on and achieve success.”

Safety monitoring to be increased Additional mobile cameras will be deployed in various locations across Division 3 to curb loutish behaviour.

Cr Steve Swenson said 12 sites had been identified for the round-the-clock surveillance.

“I want residents and visitors to feel safe in their own neighbourhoods, and I have no doubt that extra mobile safety cameras will discourage antisocial behaviour in our public spaces,” he said.

“All of our surveillance cameras, including our mobile safety cameras, are sited in public places, with appropriate signage and operated in accordance with the Information Privacy Act.

“This is not about spying on people. It’s about monitoring areas where inappropriate or threatening behaviours have been reported and immediately alerting appropriate authorities if anything happens.

“I would like to thank residents for their continuing support in reporting antisocial behaviour and to reaffirm my commitment to ensuring our division is a safe and enjoyable place for everyone to live.”

For more details, contact Council’s Community Safety Program on 3412 4629.

COUNCILLOR STEVE SWENSON Chairperson Sport and Community Services Phone: 3412 3412 Email: steveswenson@logan.qld.gov.au

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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.

Photo: Peter E. Russell, Pro-Sport Pictures, LLC & P∞Russell Photography

No bull - this is DANGEROUS Standing at the top of a three storey drop, wearing padded clothing and crash helmet for protection, Logan’s Luke Webb, 27, is a serious contender in one of the world’s most extreme events—the Red Bull Crashed Ice skating competition.

“There is no room for error on this incredibly technical course,” Luke says.

“Besides being full of technical challenges, there is nowhere to recover from a mistake—you have to build up enough speed before you deal with the next obstacle.”

The obstacles and jumps are many on a course just 500 metres long, where four skaters at a time reach speeds of more than 90 km/h in order to clear the jumps.

“St Paul, in Minnesota, is the most dangerous track. That’s the one where I cracked my helmet, gave myself whiplash and came out bloodied and bruised.

“It’s going to happen when you’re wearing knives on your feet.”

So what do you think when you’re about to take the first three storey drop?

“You stand at the top and you just do it. You can’t turn your back and take the walk of shame. A lot of people do that. It’s very mental in front of a crowd of more than 100,000 people.”

Luke not only does it—he’s rapidly getting better at handling the various tracks all over the world—shaving 12 seconds off his time after training in Canada for more than three months on an indoor ice skating treadmill.

Luke’s mum Cathie and dad Gary can cite Luke’s progress over the past seasons.

“From a field of more than 3,000 Luke has gone from 335th in 2016 to 210th last season to starting 102nd next year,” said Gary.

This season, Luke has raced in Marseilles, France; St. Paul, USA; and

“It’s going to happen when you’re wearing knives on your feet. multiple sites in Canada—but due to a hectic work schedule, he missed three races in Europe before competing in the World Championship in Canada.

Luke’s best results were finishing in 56th place at St Paul and 98th in the World Championship in Ottawa.

“The St Paul time was as much to do with the fact that I’m not very good at speed checking rather than my technical expertise,” said Luke modestly.

“If I keep improving at this rate I’ll be in negative figures next year.”

Luke is the only Australian to participate in energy drink giant Red Bull’s Crashed Ice competition, in a field dominated by skaters from Canada, the United States and Europe.

tures, ssell, Pro-Sport Pic Photo: Peter E. Ru Photography ll sse Ru P∞ & LLC

The competition means a lot to Luke. It has been life changing and he has had to make sacrifices.

“I sold everything to go on the circuit, but fortunately I work for a Canadian company as a metallurgical integration engineer and a few months ago I relocated permanently to Toronto.”

The races are livestreamed, so the family can watch in real time.

While dad Gary is concerned with critiquing Luke’s technical expertise and providing advice, mum Cathie says, “I just don’t want him to break anything.”

Luke Webb sig ns a jersery for fan and sponsor Mayor Luke Smith

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EVENTS

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Monday 1 May–31 May Yugambeh Ancestors and Yugambeh Totems exhibitions.

Produced by the Yugambeh Museum, Language and Heritage Research Centre. Beenleigh Library.

From the beginning

ge omaida when the Gospel came

Mer ge baziarda it took root in Erub

igiare Torres Strait and branched out to the whole of the Torres Strait

Curated by Sylvia Nakachi, this exhibition shows how the Coming of the Light influenced Torres Strait Islander culture and way of life.

Saturday 6 May, 10am–3pm

Image: Modiuo-Sakai Nakachi as Armani in Bi Akarida (Coming of the Light) film, 2017. Photography by EJ Garret.

Logan Loves Volunteers Breakfast. Registrations for the breakfast are essential and can be made by emailing events@logan.qld.gov.au or calling 3412 5719.

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

Mura Buai Segur Gerger Family Fun Day: Torres Strait Islanders’ art and culture.

Logan Art Gallery.

Saturday 6 May

Sunday 14 May Mothers Day Thursday 18 May 2017 Australian Heritage Festival: visit Mayes Cottage for tours, talks and activities.

Friday 26 May, 5pm–9pm Eats & Beats at Beenleigh Town Square.

Friday 26 May 6pm Looking forward looking back Smoking Ceremony. Celebrating 50 years since the 1967 “Yes” vote. Logan Entertainment Centre. Enquiries 0434 100 413 Monday—Friday, 9am—5pm

Logan Art Gallery Exhibitions – 28 April to 10 June Under foot MARY ELIZABETH BARRON Under foot comprises numerous small scale sculptures made of handmade paper and natural materials which form a unique and immersive installation.

SUSANNE SCHRODER

World Environment Day posters

Susanne Schroder’s abstract textile artworks explore the diverse microcosm of marine life that inhabits Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef.

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

Kaleidoscope

Logan Entertainment Centre

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Bookings and information www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au or phone 3412 5626

Saturday 27 May Into Global Rhythms Fest 2017 featuring 8 Ball Atkins, Izania Reggae and legendary guitarist Phil Emmanuel. Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, Beenleigh from 11am. Visit www.intorhythmsfest.org for more information.

Sunday 28 May Logan Eco Action Festival (LEAF) see page 23 for details.

ERTH’S PREHISTORIC AQUARIUM

A FINE ROMANCE THE MAGIC OF FRED ASTAIRE

WEDNESDAY 21 JUNE, 6.30PM THURSDAY 22 JUNE 10.30AM

TUESDAY 6 JUNE, DOORS OPEN 10AM FOR AN 11AM START

Following the internationally loved and applauded show Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo™, the team at Erth have spent years scouring the seven seas, collecting playful prehistoric creatures of the deep in their giant aquarium.

A Fine Romance: The Magic of Fred Astaire is an all-singing, all-dancing tribute to the man who went on to become the most famous dancer of all time.

Connecting young audiences to the real science of palaeontology, Erth’s prehistoric creatures are unmistakably “alive” and mostly friendly.

Theatrical effects used.

Recommended for ages 5+

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2017 Voluntee

Bringing back the old world glamour and charm with plenty of toetapping tunes and legendary dance routines of the era, A Fine Romance takes the audience from Fred’s humble beginnings on Broadway, all the way to his Hollywood days.

KIDS’ CORNER

Success comes in all sizes National champions don’t come much younger than Max (12) and Edwin (10) Yoshida of Crestmead, who blew the competition away at the 53rd National Sabot Championship.

Sailing their 2.4 metre single-masted vessel ‘Raptor’ in the Junior Division (Under 12 Two Up Division), Max and Edwin won nine of the 10 races held over the six-day event, proving they are easily the best in Australia.

“We came second in the third race due to a late shift in the wind,” said Max, who skippered the boat while Edwin crewed, in what is regarded as the premier junior sailing class in Australia.

No excuses though—it’s skill rather than luck that determines the outcome of most races according to Max. “We have to work together, reading changes in the wind and the tide, setting the sail and tacking at the right time. We have to pick which side of the course will be best and work to get a good start,” he said.

“It takes a lot of practice and coaching. We’re members of the South Queensland Sabot Association

and compete in club races on the Brisbane River and at Manly every Saturday and Sunday.”

The sport requires serious dedication from the whole family, particularly their father Kazu, who has been hitching up the boat trailer and driving the boys to every event for almost four years.

The nationals are regarded as a testing ground for future Olympic champions and all indications are that the 2024 Olympics will see the boys, who currently attend Marsden State High School and Crestmead State School, representing Australia.

The championships were held in Hobart on the Derwent River, but the boys have also taken road trips to Yeppoon, Sydney, Lake Macquarie and Hervey Bay. “Our dad does an awful lot of driving and we often sleep on the way there,” said Edwin.

“When we went to championships, dad drove the van to Melbourne and then we took the ferry from there to Devonport. It was a long trip and I slept in the van.”

The boy’s successful partnership will end when Max graduates to single-handed sailing as a 13-yearold, but the news isn’t all bad as Edwin’s younger brother, William, will soon be old enough to compete.

Edwin and Max Yoshida with some of the larger trophies from their collection

Junior national champions Max and Eddy Yoshida from Crestmead in their Sabot “Predator”

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DIVISION 4 NEWS

The Cancer Council’s Di Dixon and Cr Koranski with Fiona and Scott Roebig from Thom and Ann’s Café in Yarrabilba, a venue for one of Australia’s Biggest Morning Teas

The Cancer Council’s regional fund-raising coordinator, Di Dixon said Cr Koranski was chosen to be Ambassador because of her support for the Cancer Council and ability to engage with the community.

“The aim of Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is to bring friends, family or work colleagues together and organise a social occasion and maybe bake some cakes and raise some money to help the Cancer Council.

“I invite the wider community to organise something similar and help us in our fight to find a cure for Cancer.”

Have a cuppa and help cure Cancer There aren’t many people who escape the impact of Cancer—whether it be a family member or friend diagnosed with the disease—but Logan residents can do their bit to help researchers find a cure.

Many venues in Division 4 will take part in Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea this month and residents are being invited to join in to raise funds for the Cancer Council.

The money funds further research to help find a cure for Cancer and to support victims and their families.

Councillor Laurie Koranski, the Cancer Council’s Ambassador for Logan, has urged residents to get involved.

“I am incredibly proud to be Logan’s Ambassador for the Cancer Council and these events are a way our community can support the work to find a cure,” she said.

Noyer Park has new path A new footpath has been built next to Noyer Park, Mt Warren Park, to provide safe access for residents and visitors around the popular facility.

The 1.5 metre-wide pathway provides a continuous pedestrian link along BeaudesertBeenleigh Rd to the new carpark and adjacent sports fields.

Councillor Laurie Koranski provided divisional funding of $45,000 for the project, after concerns about the footpath were raised by residents.

The biggest morning tea events in Division 4 are on: • Friday 12th May, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Biggest Morning Tea After Dark Tapas Night at Thom & Ann’s Restaurant Deli, Yarrabilba • Friday 26th May, 10am - 12pm 50s theme at Green Frog Hollow Café, Logan Village • Wednesday 31st May, 10am – 12pm hosted by ScHiEr Business Networking at Windaroo Lakes Golf Club.

For more details go to www.biggestmorningtea.com.au

“It’s important that everyone gets an opportunity to safely access and enjoy our recreational facilities.

“Projects like this ensure Logan is an inclusive and safe community.”

Bollards preventing vehicular access to pedestrian areas were also either replaced or realigned as part of the work.

“There was a long strip of dirt along the existing pathway, which made access difficult for residents, especially people with mobile scooters,” COUNCILLOR LAURIE she said.

KORANSKI

Phone: 3412 5504 Email: lauriekoranski@logan.qld.gov.au

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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

Community pitches in to help widow The people of Logan have shown their community spirit, turning up in droves to help a woman in need.

“It got on to (website) Gotta Love Logan and it just went from there,” Mr Sykes said.

“This sort of community spirit is exactly why the City of Logan is such a great place to live,” Cr Raven said.

After Aileen Wilson’s husband Billy passed away, her neighbour across the road, Dave Sykes, decided to lend a hand and organised a working bee to help Aileen spruce up her Marsden property.

“We had a landscaper donate three days of his time to help and businesses and Neighbourhood Watch groups chipped in.

“Aileen had suffered a great loss but was never alone, being surrounded by so many thoughtful people.

“I thought we’d get a few people to help, but not that many.”

“It was a lovely gesture that shows the people of Logan really do look after each other and are very welcoming.”

When Councillor Jon Raven heard about Aileen’s working bee, he did everything he could to help.

Aileen, a popular local, said she was overwhelmed by the support and greatly appreciated her house’s makeover.

After complaints from residents of Cedarwood St, Berrinba about speeding, Cr Raven asked Council staff to look at ways to tackle the problem.

That average has now dropped to 47km/h.

Two ‘speed platforms’ were installed in the street, forcing cars to slow down in the 50km/h zone.

“This simple, cost effective measure has delivered a great result for the community,” Cr Raven said.

Council monitoring has recorded a significant drop in the average speed of cars since their installation.

“By encouraging motorists to adjust their speed we are making this major thoroughfare a lot safer.

“It’s a great example of how open, constructive engagement between the public and councillors can have a positive outcome.”

He had no idea that a Facebook post asking for help would prompt around 60 people to turn up offering their services.

All calm on busy road A traffic calming initiative instigated

by Councillor Jon Raven has had an instant impact on road safety.

Before the traffic calming measures were introduced, 85 per cent of cars recorded a 60km/h average speed.

COUNCILLOR JON RAVEN 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

Residents support flood victims

Community spirit has been shining through at Bethania as residents rallied to help those affected by the recent floods.

Councillor Stacey McIntosh said it was wonderful to see the way that different groups in the community had come together and worked as a team to help floodaffected families in Logan.

“Logan House Fire Support Network members Louie and Christine Naumovski based themselves at the Bethania Community Centre and helped co-ordinate donations and provide support to those affected and the volunteers,” Cr McIntosh said.

“Firstly, as the floodwaters approached the network volunteers helped protect the houses of local residents by filling their van up with sandbags and transporting them wherever they were needed.

“Once the floodwaters passed through they turned their attention to supporting the community and people who had lost everything.

“They have done a sterling job in providing a basic level of comfort to these people and I commend them on their efforts.”

Christine and Louie Naumovski handed out sandwiches and supplies to volunteers and residents during the clean-up

Debbie drenches sports fields Members of sporting clubs across Division 6 recently found themselves a little wet-footed following the floods associated with exTropical Cyclone Debbie.

Councillor Stacey McIntosh said there was significant damage to a number of clubs and their facilities.

“We had clubs whose fields were completely submerged in some cases and others whose infrastructure, such as lighting was damaged,” she said.

“As awful as it was to see the impact of the floodwater, seeing people rally to help clean-up and support each other afterwards was a real testament to the community resilience.

Christine Naumovski said as the floodwaters rose they, along with Bethania Community Centre, had offered to staff a dropoff and collection point for donations from the community.

“We’ve been taking these donations and turning them into care packs of non-perishable food and toiletries for Louie to distribute to flood affected residents,” she said.

“Louie worked hard to keep both residents and volunteers fed and hydrated.

“Baked Relief contacted us and their members supplied us with baked goods, sandwiches and drinks along with platters from Subway’s Holmview store.

“We’ve also had a lovely lady from Brisbane’s northside, shadowing Louie and providing free coffee from her van for several days.”

“This was highlighted when the affected clubs held a working bee following the flood, with a great turnout of people to help them get back on their feet.”

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.

Best and brightest teachers graduate to Logan schools Improving educational outcomes in the City of Logan is a key element of Logan’s City of Choice initiative, which has consistently advocated for a Teacher Education Centre of Excellence (TECE) in Logan, to attract and retain the highest quality, best-fit teachers to Logan schools.

Graduates Lee Hillas and Cassie Chidgey are teachers at Springwood Central State School and Logan Village State School.

Logan City TECE, spreading the positive image of teaching in Logan and developing the capability, readiness and resilience of graduates,” she said.

Professor Chenoweth also delivered a very special message to Logan’s most recent TECE graduates, Lee Hillas and Cassie Chidgey.

Speaking at the recent TECE Alumni Celebration, Griffith University’s Pro Vice Chancellor, Professor Lesley Chenoweth congratulated the Department of Education and Training on its vision in establishing the Logan City TECE, and for its ongoing support and advocacy.

“Know that you are making a positive difference to your students every day, and that you are now true ‘Leaders of Learning’ in your new classrooms at Logan Village State School and Springwood Central State School,” she said.

“Head of Mentoring, Marg Williams, is doing a brilliant job in building the

“Also know that we, the City of Choice Leadership Team, your principals and mentors, and everyone here today,

are all behind you, supporting you in your efforts to transform children’s lives through education in our city.”

Mayor Luke Smith said the TECE program was an important element of the City of Choice initiative.

“Education, nurturing and developing our children from a very early age—and then through their school years—has been identified as a key to improving whole of life outcomes for our young people,” Mayor Smith said.

“Standing alongside parents and guardians, teachers have an enormous influence in children’s lives, which is why this City of Choice initiative is so important for our community.”

50 years and counting: live streamed community event Saturday 27 May, 9.30am, Logan Central Library A morning tea will be held for community members to come together and remember the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Referendum that saw Constitutional change with the counting of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Australian Census for the first time. An Indigenous Australian keynote speaker will also be live streamed from the State Library of Queensland on this occasion.

Photo provided by Lewis Bin Doraho (Lewis James Media)

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Marlo Bronzi at the new community hub at Logan Reserve State School

Seymour Clearwater is the sparkly animated host of the new game show Don’t Rush to Flush, where contestant Betty Wipe is posed with a question that stretches her knowledge about flushables.

grease; and non-degradable items such as nappies and rags.

Unfortunately Betty’s progress comes to a sudden stop when, to her horror, she answers incorrectly that she thinks flushable wipes are safe to flush.

The animated program is part of a Council education campaign to raise awareness about what can be safely flushed, as an increasing number of items are recovered from the city’s extensive sewerage system—at the expense of householders and ratepayers.

Council’s Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (Water Operations) Scott Smith said there were three main culprits when it came to blocked sewers—wipes, oil and

“Paper and cloth products such as wet wipes and towels are becoming an increasing problem, but we’re also experiencing problems with motor oil, cooking oil, fat and grease,” he said.

“People are flushing things that just shouldn’t be near a bathroom: like nappies, rags and small household items. They don’t seem to realise that sewers, particularly sewer pump stations, are easily obstructed, as they are primarily designed to carry waste water,” he said.

The Don’t Rush to Flush animated series has been produced to educate people about what can and can’t be flushed.

To see the first of the three-part cartoon series go to www.dontrushtoflush.com.au

PAMPER your pet at Chip-‘N’-Dip To be held on 7 May, 9am–noon at Alexander Clark Park, Loganholme.

www.logan.qld.gov.au/animals

These are information sessions only, not pet training sessions. Please DO NOT bring your pet along .

Refreshments will be served and lucky door prizes will be drawn at each event.

Free sessions for Logan pet owners packed with useful tips and techniques.

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Barking Create positive solutions to reduce excessive and problem barking.

Animal Management Centre 213 Queens Rd, Kingston

13 May 10am–noon

Problem Behaviour Understand your dog and its behaviour.

Animal Management Centre 213 Queens Rd, Kingston

18 June 10am–noon

Bookings are essential . Phone 3412 5397 or email animalmanagementcentre@logan .qld .gov.au

Support your local Chappy Chappy Week 14–22 May Almost 50 schools in Logan have school chaplains (Chappies) to help students through the personal challenges life throws at them, says Field Development Manager – Logan and Scenic Rim, James Hunter.

“They care for the social, emotional, spiritual and physical needs of students, parents and staff at each school,” he said.

“A recent survey found the five most frequent issues students seek help from their Chappy for as: friendship and peers, bullying, school behaviour, family breakdown/parents separation; and mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

“Chappies prevent people who need support from slipping through the cracks by providing a listening ear.”

Mr Hunter says school chaplains face a challenge meeting the need for their services.

“Government funding allows for chaplains to be in their school for less than two days per week, and this makes it difficult for the chaplains to meet the needs of the school community without community fundraising.

“We need help to expand the service so Chappies can attend camps and provide programs like brekky clubs, social skills programs and educational support.”

To read more about how to provide support for chaplains go to www.suqld.org.au/chappyweek

DISASTER MANAGEMENT

Disaster dashboard kept everyone informed Years of planning and a significant investment in technology provided the residents of Logan with the most up to date information possible as the Albert and Logan rivers flooded.

Council’s Disaster Dashboard provided the community with an unprecedented insight into how the flood was impacting the city, providing a central point for presenting the most accurate information available.

Road closures were presented in real time, information on river heights, collected from gauges in the Albert and Logan rivers was provided minuteby-minute, and video from cameras at road crossings at the following locations showed the extent of flooding: • Schmidt’s Creek, Schmidt’s Road, Logan Reserve • Henderson Creek, Cusack Lane, Jimboomba • Oxley Creek, Goodna Road, Greenbank • Scrubby Creek, Kurrajong Drive, Marsden.

The dashboard also provided Twitter feeds from the Queensland Police Service, Energex, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, the Department of Transport and Main Roads—and other agencies—as well as regular news summaries.

information after access was cut at Scrubby Creek.

Over the course of the flood the Disaster Dashboard kept more than 70,000 visitors to the site informed, with 76 per cent of all traffic coming from mobile phones.

Social media was also used extensively to keep people informed as events unfolded and users were even able to use the interactive flood mapping tool to check water courses in relation to their properties.

The Disaster Dashboard can be used from any computer or mobile phone and can be accessed via Logan City Council’s Facebook page or at www.disaster.logan.qld.gov.au

At the height of the floods, Council provided directions by Facebook to a family trying to make their way to Logan Hospital using the real time road closure

Local Disaster Coordination Centre The Logan City Local Disaster Coordination Centre (LDCC) managed the response to flooding in Logan.

Operating around the clock until floodwaters began to subside, emergency services and Council worked together to ensure that flooding was accurately mapped and that vital intelligence was provided to field staff.

This helped to assist with solving hundreds of problems generated by the flooding such as: road closures and openings, evacuating and providing accommodation for displaced people, animal welfare; and waste disposal as well as keeping residents and the media informed of what was happening.

The Logan City Council staff who kept the Local Disaster Coordination Centre running 24/7 during the flood

Council’s Local Recovery Group will now manage the city’s recovery efforts in the coming weeks.

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DIVISION 7 NEWS

Middle park, Boronia, is now a great place for a picnic while watching children play

Middle Park upgrade completed The upgrade of Middle Park in Boronia Heights is complete and includes a number of new facilities for the benefit of the whole community.

The central part of the improvements is an ‘all access’ barbeque area, which means it can be used by residents who use a wheelchair or require the assistance of other mobility aids.

Two picnic tables have been constructed and are protected from the sun or rain by a large shelter.

This area joins up to the existing concrete pathway, providing easy access to the carpark and the BMX track has also been improved.

Councillor Laurie Smith said the new facilities were designed for use by all

residents and will also cater for large groups.

“As our city expands and new development takes place, the need for recreation areas also grows,” he said.

“Middle Park is a beautiful, quiet parcel of green space where people can gather away from the hustle of city noise and just relax with family and friends.

“I hope residents enjoy the benefits of these changes to the park.”

New Beith Road upgrade underway Work is underway to upgrade New Beith Rd between Citrine St and Hobury Rd in Greenbank.

The $4.5 million project will widen traffic lanes and road shoulders, smooth out the road surface, install bus pullover zones, drainage infrastructure, street lighting and landscaping.

Work started in March and is expected to be completed in October 2017.

Councillor Laurie Smith said every effort would be made to minimise disruptions to residents while the work is carried out.

“We know there will be some delays and this will be managed at the site, but if at all possible, motorists are requested to take an alternate route during construction,” he said.

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A $4.5 million project will upgrade New Beith Rd

“The work will start at 6.30am and finish around 6pm from Monday to Saturday.

“There may be a need to carry out construction outside of these times, but residents will be notified prior to the work starting.

“If residents have any concerns they can contact the project’s community team on 3412 9600.”

COUNCILLOR LAURIE SMITH Chairperson City Image 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

Acacia Park Scouts back, teaching kids to lead and serve Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors recently became a major charity partner of Scouts Queensland

Of the 12 men who walked on the moon, 11 were Scouts. Other famous Scouts include former US President Barack Obama, entrepreneur Richard Branson, naturalist Sir David Attenborough, and ex-Beatle Sir Paul McCartney.

What is it about the Scouting movement that creates such successful figures?

Assistant District Commissioner of the Logan Scouts, Peter Cross, explained that Scouting is about learning life skills.

“Scouting is for everyone and there are all kinds of people who were once Scouts, some of whom might surprise you,” he said.

“We can also claim Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards, director Steven Spielberg, Star Wars actor Carrie Fisher, and Microsoft founder Bill Gates—the list goes on and it’s very impressive.

“All these figures have benefitted from the Scouts’ value system—based on promise and law, to help build a better world, where people are self-fulfilled as individuals and play a constructive role in society.

“We help educate young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual potential,

as individuals and members of their communities.”

Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors recently became the major charity partner of Scouts Queensland, and Robert Irwin is an ambassador to inspire involved wildlife conservation.

Approximately 15,000 Scouts from across Queensland will join the conservation efforts of Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors—including Wildlife Warrior’s Backyard Campout, Run on the Wild Side and a Visionary Wildlife Warrior Program.

Scouting was founded in England 110 years ago by Robert Baden-Powell who famously said: “Scoutcraft is a means through which the veriest hooligan can be brought to higher thought and to the elements of faith in God; and, coupled with the Scout’s obligation to do a good turn every day, it gives the base of duty … on which the parent or pastor can build.”

The movement is now active in 216 countries and territories, with a global membership of 31 million.

Commissioner Cross said he was pleased the Scout Group had resumed at Acacia Park, Browns Plains.

“The group now has 20 members, ranging from the age of six to 25, and meets on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursday nights. It includes Joeys (for ages six to eight) through to Rovers (18-25),” he said.

“The activities vary according to age, from basic teamwork and games to abseiling, hiking and camping, but the message is consistent—getting out in nature, creating self-reliance and being a good citizen—which is more relevant today than ever.”

If you’re interested in joining the Acacia Park Scout Group or becoming a leader, call Rickie Latham on 0431 147 247.

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

Councillor Pidgeon visits the Orange Sky laundry van in Logan Reserve

Flood waters strike houses and food For many residents across the City of Logan, the after effects of ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie were extremely distressing, but for some it wasn’t the first time they had been through floods.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon said large areas across Division 9 were impacted by the flooding.

He said for residents in Bayes Rd, Logan Reserve, it was utter devastation, with many still finding their feet following the floods in 2013.

“The flood of 2013 was hard for many of our residents but the effect of these recent floods is massive—we have houses where water covered the entire house,” he said.

Cr Pidgeon said while most people lost everything in their houses, the one shining light in the situation was the support from an army of volunteers and fellow residents.

“Most of the water receded on the Sunday and by Tuesday morning we had more than 60 volunteers in Logan Reserve helping with the clean-up,” he said.

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“To see people take time out of their own lives in a working week to help others is such an admirable effort.”

Logan’s largest farming community was also severely impacted.

“We have many farmers who have lost everything—much of our farming community has literally been wiped out,” he said.

“The industry is worth $135 million a year to the city and employs a lot of local residents.

“This flood has brought agriculture to its knees—it is just devastating. A number of local residents have now lost their jobs as their employers have no work or income to pay them.

“Local road closures, such as Logan Reserve Rd, have had a significant impact on the large southern area of the city as well.”

Cr Pidgeon asked residents to be patient as Council brings roads and infrastructure back to scratch and reminded people to be vigilant of any debris and damage when out and about.

Snapshot of damage across Division 9: • Bayes Rd, Logan Reserve (a number of houses under water) • Logan Pde/Schmidt’s Rd. Logan Reserve (community completely isolated and one house under water) • Meadow Rd, Logan Reserve (road damaged, community isolated) • Stockleigh Rd, Stockleigh (road damaged, community isolated) • Logan Reserve Rd, Logan Reserve (inundated and cut off community for an extended period) water was six metres high in some locations • Henderson Rd, Logan Reserve (road cut) • Rossmore Road, Chambers Flat (road cut in two locations) • Chambers Flat Road near Greenvale Street (road severely affected in three locations) • School Road, Logan Reserve (road cut in two locations from flash flooding) • Kings Way, Munruben Forest (houses inundated and roads affected)

COUNCILLOR PHIL PIDGEON Chairman Roads and Water Infrastructure 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.

Connect to nature through LEAF Costa Georgiadis will be presenting at this year’s LEAF

Sort your load … and recycle Council is committed to reducing landfill as much as possible through recycling, but we need help from residents to divert recyclable materials from general waste.

By separating recyclable materials such as cardboard, books, paper, scrap metal, oils, batteries, textiles, electronics, light bulbs—and even X-ray film—you can do your bit for the environment.

For more information about what we are able to recycle please visit Council’s website www.logan.qld.gov.au/ recycle

If you’re a keen gardener attending the Logan Eco Action Festival (LEAF) there’s a good chance you will see a familiar face.

Costa Georgiadis, landscape architect and host of Gardening Australia, will be there presenting his ideas about a wide range of subjects including sustainable organic gardening.

He’s also keen to share his ideas about creating holistic, sustainable, productive and pleasurable gardens or landscape solutions.

“Connect to nature” is the theme for this FREE family fun day designed to generate awareness about the environmental issues we face as a community through presentations, interactive workshops and demonstrations.

Children will have some serious choices to make with an “Active and Wild Zone” featuring a host of free activities from jumping castles, giant slides and face painting to henna body art, wildlife shows and much more.

A “Zen Den” will help festival-goers chill out with meditation, yoga sessions, art therapy and energy card reading.

Interactive demonstrations including cheese making, keeping backyard chickens, fermentation, bee keeping, up-cycling workshops and Kokedamamaking will be held throughout the day.

The program is rounded out with free live music by two time Best Blues and Roots APRA award winner, Ash Grunwald.

You can also indulge in healthy and organic food stalls and coffee in a pop up outdoor cafe and food truck area.

LEAF has attracted more than 25,000 environmentally-conscious people from all walks of life since it was launched.

The festival is designed to generate awareness about the environmental issues faced by the community and, through education, festival attendees will be encouraged and empowered to make a positive change.

LEAF will be held on Sunday, 28 May at the Griffith University, Logan Campus, Meadowbrook, between 10am—3pm.

Entry is free.

For more information, go to www.logan.qld.gov.au/LEAF

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Overcome the roadblocks of small business Running a small business can be a challenging but rewarding feat. At this year’s Queensland Small Business Week, the Logan Office of Economic Development, in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ), invites small businesses to learn how to navigate the realities of working with family and how to create a business plan that’s short but effective.

The first session will focus on how to survive within a family business—from issues like business structure, family dynamics, performance and finances—and how to keep things on track and running smoothly.

The second session will show you how to skip the impractical and boring parts of business planning and teach you the simple steps to create a business plan that fits on the back of a beer coaster in a few simple steps.

These free workshops are for small business people looking for practical tools and advice to overcome some of the roadblocks of small business ownership.

BRISBANE

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CCIQ Small Business Workshops Friday 19 May 2017 Logan City Council 150 Wembley Road, Logan Central Session 1 – Surviving within a family business (9.15am—10.30am) Session 2 – The beer coaster business plan (10.45am—noon) www.cciq.com.au/events/event/183/

DIVISION 10 NEWS

Celebrating their new field are Slacks Creek Football Club President Andrew Lock (back left) with junior players Josh Mason, Harry Knott and Oliver Turner, with Division 10 Councillor Darren Power

Council chips in funds for football club upgrades

Replacement drainage program

Junior players at Slacks Creek Football Club now have their own space, thanks to a $121,000 contribution by Council for projects at the Usher Park Club.

“The new junior field gives our younger players some extra space and makes them feel like they have their own home at the club,” he said.

Storm water drainage inlets and selected sections of kerb and channel will be replaced where required in Carbrook Rd, Cornubia.

Councillor Darren Power said a new shed had been built and a junior field developed, fenced, floodlit and topdressed—to ease the pressure on existing fields.

“The State Government also contributed funds and the club also received a grant from the Gambling Community Benefit fund for a new storage shed.”

Work will generally occur between 6.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, and is expected to be completed in June—weather and conditions permitting

“The Slacks Creek Football Club grounds are in very high demand,” he said.

“For the first time in our 42-year history we can easily store all the equipment we use each week.”

“The club identified an unused area suitable for a new field and I was happy to be able to help the club fund its new junior field project.

Cr Power said Usher Park was being further improved with lighting and surface upgrade for Field 3, which was being funded by the Queensland Government’s Get Playing Places and Spaces initiative.

Some inconvenience may be experienced during installation and residents are asked not to walk or drive over the new work for at least 48 hours.

“It is fabulous to see how many children have joined the club and are getting out and about in the fresh air each week and participating in this great sport.”

Club President Andrew Lock said the Tigers’ player numbers had grown by about 40 per cent in the past two years to 450 juniors and 250 senior players.

This project is a joint partnership between the Slacks Creek Football Club, the State Government and Council.

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

A clean-up worthy of merit Members of the Greenbank Scout Group have earned a new badge with their clean-up efforts at Maclean.

Their willingness to help others may have saved families’ houses.

For two days, members ranging from Cubs to Rovers worked in Beryl Pde, where several houses were inundated.

Scouts’ regional development and support officer, Tony Langler, said the operation included removing mud and silt, setting up temporary toilets, and hosing down furniture.

“We had people cart everything from the houses so the items that could be salvaged were cleaned, then sorted by the family,” he said.

“By Sunday, the water had receded, so we had electricians and plumbers come through. They re-wired the switchboard, reconnected power and pumped out the pool and some tanks.

“We then stripped the walls back to their frames to prevent them from going toxic.

Mayor Luke Smith and Councillor Trevina Schwarz with one of the family members, Emily Strijland and Scout James Lowder

“The Cubs kept everyone fed with a kitchen trailer on site, and our den at Teviot Road was turned into a donation station.

“Just as we were tiring, seven cars of helpers from the Baitul Masroor Mosque in Stockleigh turned up. With their energy, we were all able to keep going.”

Tony said the 30-40 Scouts would be nominated for the Messengers of Peace

Badge, which recognised a project or good turn that brought positive change.

“This operation has made a big difference to our members. It’s opened their eyes to the devastating effects of a flood,” he said.

“I’m very proud of our members.

“We take a promise to help the community and we’re happy to do that.”

Official opening for redeveloped Jimboomba Park The redeveloped Jimboomba Park will be officially opened on 20 May. Residents will be able to try their hand at activities from 9am to 1pm.

Construction of the $4.5-million redevelopment started last July and has included relocation of the pony club and show-jumping arenas, a new netball clubhouse, new change rooms and an extra field for rugby league and touch football.

The upgrade has been a partnership between Council, which provided a significant financial investment—and a $1.5 million Queensland Government Get Playing Plus program grant.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz said the project had transformed the muchloved park.

“Residents have been anticipating these upgrades at Jimboomba Park for a long time and now we’re proud

to have delivered modern, high quality sporting facilities that can host major competitions and matches,” she said.

“This is an important development for the area, especially considering the fast pace of growth in this community.

“Jimboomba Park has been revitalised as an important social and sporting hub.”

A new netball clubhouse and change rooms are part of the redevelopment for Jimboomba Park

COUNCILLOR TREVINA SCHWARZ City Treasurer Phone: 3412 3412 Email: trevinaschwarz@logan.qld.gov.au

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Division 11: Cedar Grove, Cedar Vale, Flagstone, Flinders Lakes, Lyons, Monarch Glen, New Beith, Silverbark Ridge and Woodhill and part of Greenbank, Jimboomba, Kagaru, North Maclean, South Maclean, Undullah, Veresdale and Veresdale Scrub. Refer to map on page 2 for divisional boundaries.

DIVISION 12 NEWS

New water pipes replace old Eagleby has more than a kilometre of new water pipe installed as part of a $5.8 million water main replacement project being carried out by the Logan Water Infrastructure Alliance, which is updating almost eight kilometres of ageing water pipes across the city.

Mr and Mrs Heck outside the Woongoolba homestead which will be moved to the Beenleigh Historical Village

Councillor Jennie Breene said some of the pipes being replaced were up to 50 years old.

Heck homestead moves to Beenleigh Historical Village One of the region’s oldest homesteads is being moved to the Beenleigh Historical Village.

Councillor Jennie Breene said it was a wonderful gesture by the Heck family.

Heck Homestead at Woongoolba, just south of Eagleby, was built in 1914 by Wilhelm Heck, a member of the pioneer family that established a local sugarcane farm and a sugar mill, which still operates today.

“This beautiful old homestead will now be maintained so future generations can see how the property was lived in and used,” she said.

In a delicate operation, the home will be cut into four pieces, transported, restored and opened to the public.

The house is a typical wooden Queenslander on high stumps with an iron roof.

It has a central hallway, six bedrooms, a large kitchen and a large wrap around verandah.

The high ceilings in the large sitting room and hall are of ornate pressed metal.

In 1934 the house was enlarged to enable Frank Heck (third generation) and his family to move in with his ageing parents.

In the 1960s, the house was altered again.

The home was the scene of many social events as well as family gatherings and charitable functions.

Current owner Bill Heck, who is financing the move, wants the house to be enjoyed by future generations.

Water main replacement works have been completed in Sharon Dr, Eagleby and works are nearing completion on River Hills Rd and more work is planned in Beenleigh.

“Council’s water network infrastructure includes 2,100km of water mains, and much of this was installed during the late 1970s,” she said.

“We need to be one step ahead of any potential problems so we continually assess the condition of our water network to identify areas which require maintenance or replacement.”

“If the walls could talk I’m sure they would tell many tales of the hardships of early life through to the grand social occasions, which included former state premiers and governors.

“Heck homestead will become a beacon for residents and tourists alike and can be showcased in its former glory at the Beenleigh Historical Village for decades to come.”

Mobile offices — Thursday 4 May 2017 Mt Warren Park Shopping Village, 140–146 Mt Warren Boulevard, Mt Warren Park

2pm–3pm

Eagleby Shopping Centre, 142–164 Fryar Road, Eagleby

3.30pm–4.30pm

Beenleigh Mall, 40–68 Main Street, Beenleigh

5pm–6pm

COUNCILLOR JENNIE BREENE Chairperson Animals, Parks and City Standards 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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Parking on footpaths can create major problems for pedestrians, particularly people with a disability, parents pushing strollers and even kids on the way to school.

Footpaths are for pedestrians not vehicles

It also poses a danger for householders reversing out of their driveways if their visibility is limited by illegally parked cars.

Stopping or parking a vehicle on a footpath or nature strip (including where the driveway crosses over the footpath or nature strip) is an offence throughout Queensland and the vehicle owner may be issued with an on-the-spot fine.

For information on how to park safely on narrow residential streets, refer to the Safe Community Parking Guide on Council’s website www.logan.qld.gov. au/laws-and-permits/parking

Funding for sports club improvements 2017 At Risk Flu Schedule Date

Time 9am to 10.30am

2 May 2017

Venue Logan North Library, Cnr Sports Dr and Springwood Rd, Underwood

Noon to 1.30pm

Hyperdome Library, 66–70 Mandew St, Shailer Park

9am to 10.30am

Marsden Library, 35 Chambers Flat Rd, Marsden

Noon to 1.30pm

Logan Diggers, 42–48 Blackwood Rd

3 May 2017

KERBSIDE CLEAN UP

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Daisy Hill and Shailer Park commencing 6am Monday,15th May 2017 to 26th May 2017. Green waste and hard waste will be collected. For details go to: www.logan.qld.gov.au/kerbsidecleanup

Sports clubs are invited to consider fast-tracking project funding for infrastructure— such as field lighting, irrigation systems, field improvements and building works—to improve their facilities.

Last year, 11 clubs shared approximately $1 million in State Government sport and recreation funding provided by the Get Playing Spaces and Places initiative.

While submissions can be made directly by clubs, those prepared with Council support had a very high success rate, with eight out of the nine applications supported

by Council receiving the maximum $100,000 in grant funding.

The state government application process requires clubs to contribute 20 per cent to the cost of the projects; however, applications submitted via Council may receive additional financial assistance to meet or exceed this requirement.

The scheme is open to incorporated Queensland not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations and not-for-profit local community organisations whose primary objective is sport or recreation.

Successful nominees are notified prior to Council submitting its proposals on behalf of clubs.

Council’s Sport and Recreation Funding Program opens on 1 May 2017 and submissions to Council may be made via www.logan.qld. gov.au/community-support/ grants/sport-recreation-andcommunity-funding

Does your cat have a number?

We all know that you need to register your dog, but did you know that cats belonging to Logan residents need to be registered too?

If your cat is more than 12 weeks old it must be registered and de-sexed, so that it can be returned to you if lost. Each year, approximately 2,000 cats are impounded after being trapped, surrendered, caught wandering, or placed in the after-hours acceptance pens.

Our furry friends need blankets for winter With winter soon upon us we are seeking the support of residents, schools and community groups to donate blankets, to make the lives of our impounded four-legged friends at the Animal Management Centre a little more comfortable.

If you are thinking of cleaning out the linen cupboard, please consider donating your old or unused items rather than throwing them out.

We need blankets, sheets, towels and coats—particularly for young puppies—and pillowcases, tea towels, hand towels and face washers for cats with kittens.

No clothing or doonas are required.

We are also asking for local sewing groups to make winter coats for the animals using the donated materials. If you are interested in sewing coats for pound puppies or wish to donate blankets please call 3412 5397 or visit the Animal Management Centre at 213 Queens Rd Kingston, between 8.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday or 9am and 2pm on Saturday.

Cat owners are required to contain their pets within the property boundary of their registered address, as roaming cats cause nuisance by causing dogs to bark, fighting with other cats, and killing native and domestic birds and fauna.

If feral cats are a problem, residents can borrow traps free of charge from Council's Animal Management Centre, and can return captured animals to the centre in the trap.

Cat registration is discounted for pensioners.

De-sexing of cats is mandatory. Owners who fail to register or de-sex their pets may be fined a minimum of $242.

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Youth offending in the spotlight The annual City of Logan Community Safety Symposium will focus on the theme of youth offending this year, with speakers presenting on three topical themes: • Causal Elements • Preventive Measures; and • Intervention and Management.

Advice and practical training will be provided for government, non-government, community organisations as well as students in the Logan community who are working, studying or have a keen interest in the field of youth offending.

The symposium is also a great networking opportunity for people working in the fields of youth offending and crime prevention.

The symposium will be held Thursday, 1 June 2017 9am–4pm at Griffith University Logan Campus, Meadowbrook.

There is no cost to attend. Lunch will be provided. Prior registration is essential.

For further information and to register go to www.logan.qld.gov.au/symposium

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Corey Parker Floods always seem to hit sports clubs and field sports particularly hard.

When Brisbane flooded in 2011, I can clearly remember the playing field and change rooms in the Suncorp Stadium being submerged two metres underwater.

Although the damage to fields and clubhouses always seems severe at the time, what never fails to surprise me is how resilient our clubs and teams are, and how they are able to bounce back.

But don’t think for one second that it happens by itself.

The Brisbane Broncos’ training ground at inner city Red Hill was also occasionally flooded by Ithaca Creek whenever there was a significant downpour.

Inevitably, an army of volunteers materialises and clears away mud and debris. The rubbish is taken away. Club houses are hosed out and bleached and the grounds are quickly reinstated.

It’s easy to think that field sports clubs are more affected by flooding than most public infrastructure and I think you’re right.

Our clubs are resilient because they are part of a community that extends well beyond their memberships—and it’s a community that responds when they need help. The spirit of comradeship isn’t limited to sports codes or even districts as help and assistance pours in from the most unexpected quarters.

Both Suncorp Stadium and the Broncos’ training fields are on prime real estate and the only reason the land is available to clubs is because it is flood prone.

Many sports fields and school ovals around Logan were affected by the recent floods because they are near or on the banks of rivers and creeks.

In turn, clubs also pitch in to help individuals and families recover from the devastating effects of flooding—by helping with manpower and fundraisers to help people get their lives back together.

There is activity across all of Logan City as we help our sports teams get back into action and they in turn return the favour, by helping people in the community get their homes and lives back in order.

Please do your part by contributing to fundraisers or doing what you can to help a family or person who may be in need, but is too proud to ask for help.

I know from personal experience it’s one of the ways you can show you really care about the people around you … and it also makes you feel pretty good yourself.

Approximately 50 sport and recreation organisations in Logan have been affected by the flood with damage ranging from the complete inundation of fields and clubhouses/site infrastructure through to fallen trees and flood debris. Council is currently working with the clubs to get them back in action as quickly as possible.

The Brisbane Broncos held a training session at Logan Brothers Rubgy League grounds to show their support for the city

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