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Each year, individuals around the globe come together for a day of dedication in the fight against cancer. This day is February 4th—World Cancer Day.
World Cancer Day is a global initiative dedicated to fighting cancer on all fronts. Over the past 20+ years, this international day has demonstrated one very important message: everyone has a role to play in reducing the global impact of cancer and TOGETHER we can do it!
This message of unity has never been more evident as it is now, as we watch the world come together to fight COVID-19. And because of the risk the virus poses to cancer patients and the impact it’s had on cancer research funding, it’s never been more important to come together and unite to defeat cancer now.
This year’s World Cancer Day theme, “Close the Care Gap”, is all about raising awareness of the equity gap that affects so many individuals and communities and costs the lives of those impacted by cancer. Income, education, geographical location, and discrimination based on ethnicity, age or lifestyle are just some of the many factors that can negatively affect ones’ cancer care.
There are hundreds of activities and events taking place across the world which you can engage in, both virtually and in-person, to support World Cancer Day. Here are some of the ways you can help:
Light up a significant building or monument on World Cancer Day in the official colours –orange and blue
Find a World Cancer Day event near you, or host your own Donate to a cancer charity
Of course, there are many, many other ways to add your support. If you’re still not quite sure, how you, your workplace, school, city, or your community can get involved, take a look at the World Cancer Day website,worldcancerday.org.
There, you will find, freely available resources to get you started, as well as examples of what other individuals and organisations are doing in and around the Day.
You can always count on a straight answer from a child. When asked, “Why don’t you want to write?”, the usual answer is “I don’t know what to write about!”
Folk tales, fables, and movies are just the start of an idea-rich line up of stories ready for the harvest. After helping the child decide “What to write”, the next problem is “How to write it”.
A clear story structure is a valuable tool. Another important guideline is keeping to a reasonable sentence count - “less is best”.
Who is in the story? Where are they? 3 to 5 sentences
The shadows lengthened as the sun dipped secretively behind the menacing forest—home to the ever-hungry wolf. After a long day tending their corn crop, the fearful yet determined three little pigs raced, as they did every day, to somewhere safe for the night. Evening shadows, like creeping tigers, devoured them as they enthusiastically planned their strategies.
What do they need? What do they want? 5 to 8 sentences
How do they get what they want or need? How do they How does life get back to
The wolf was a powerful and cunning foe so their building materials would have to be strong, their designs would have to be clever and their timing would have to be perfect. It was victory or victim. Disastrously, the straw house burned as they used fire against the wolf; the stick house was snapped and scattered as they used their martial-art skills against the wolf. However, the third little pig’s plan was not based on force but clever persuasion. The brick house was built. The trap was set. They must succeed.
Waiting patiently on the roof of the brick house, the three little pigs hoped their plan would work. Barging boldly through the door and into the house, the wolf expected to see his prey—the three little pigs – but instead, the door slammed shut. He was trapped. The bricks held fast. For the next 3 months the wolf’s only food was corn: corn cakes, corn stew, and corn roast.
On being released, the wolf decided that corn was the food he liked most of all; and the three little pigs and their corn fields flourished.
Moral: A peaceful plan benefits all.
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orn to Run was released as the lead single from Bruce Springsteen’s third studio album of the same name on August 25th 1975, his final swing of desperation to find commercial success as an artist. I am sure to be one of many to have this song on the playlist, played
According to Bruce Springsteen, “I was writing about a guy and a girl that wanted to run and keep on running, never come back.”
“That was a nice, romantic idea, but I realised after I put all those people in all those cars, I was going to have to figure out someplace for them to go, and I realised in the end that individual freedom when it’s not connected to some sort of community, can be pretty meaningless.”
“This is a song about two people trying to find their way home.“
The simple things to ensure your year is what you want it to
The song starts off with a narration of Springteen’s grind to make it out. He tells how he sweated it out during the day. During the night-time, he rides around his car glaring at the mansions of his dreams. Springsteen paints a picture of worn-out and overworked youth of Freehold, New Jersey, looking for a way out of the town in search of big dreams.
Bruce Springsteen dreams to get out of this town while he is young. A few more years in this town, he believes that he will be stuck here forever along with his dreams.
A girl by the name of Wendy is the side-kick heroine of the story to Bruce Springsteen. Lyrics that follow are of sexual nature thinly veiled with car references.
But one thing Springsteen is certain of is the fact that only together they can break free from this small town. Fortunately, both of them share similar dreams. Springsteen assures her that he will help achieve hers as well.
Bruce Springsteen is well aware that he is making a risky move, trying his chances in a big city. He calls it ‘walking the wire,’ rightly so. But he is a little scared of the unknown ahead with Wendy by his side. Springsteen professes his love for Wendy and lets her know that whichever way their life turns out, he wants to die with her by his side.
Born to Talk was the words coach Nicki, of Business 101 show, used to describe himself when I first met him some time ago sitting in a local café discussing how to go about creating that ‘Connection’ with locals!
Since then, he had a short break from the Business 101 Show to look back and evaluate the true meaning of the show and indeed himself. Reflect on what the show is about and his reasons for doing the show each Monday night.
With optimism of Omicron having been peaked in Brisbane; by the time this February issue is out, it is the intent of Nicki to connect with the greater Logan business community sharing
similar dreams as a local business owner to help and achieve their full business potential!
“I'm a naturally curious person” says Nicki. “I love helping to highlight peoples stories, successes and also their struggles. Being a trusted advisor is a privileged position to execute”.
“When business owners mention to me that they have had a win or a breakthrough based around either a topic we discussed or the skills we promoted or advocated, that is why I do it” said Nicki.
“I have questioned myself about what it is that drives me. Is it ego? Is it altruism? I believe part of it is all those things, but the lion’s share of reasoning is the pure kick you can only get from helping others”.
“Appreciation and Gratitude are the ways to win and keep you from being in your own head too much. What nobler cause is there than to share with others that which you are really good at and seeing them succeed quicker and further because of that sharing of knowledge. That's priceless”.
“Born to Run” had a universal appeal among like-minded teens who were struggling to get out of their situations. Everybody wants to ‘move’ as opposed to staying stagnant and rotting in one place. Bruce encouraged all of us to ‘run.’
Can I encourage you to tune into Logan’s Business 101 Show on Monday nights at 6pm to join the like-minded business owners and ensure your year 2022 is what you want it to be in Business!
Join Business Coach Nicki, deliver a short sharp business show designed to support the businesses of Logan City. Each week there will be special guests, business tips and conversations about the hot topics effecting business right now.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Are you stuck for ideas on what to get that special someone in your life?
Before you know it, Valentine's Day will be here, and the last thing you want to do is scramble to find a gift that says "I love you."
Here are a few suggestions to help you find that perfect gift for that special someone.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special unique gift they’ll treasure for years to come. Your love is one-of-a-kind and deserves something excep tional. Luckily, L.C. Jewellers is here to help – specialising in handmade custom jewellery design. Let one of their specialised and award winning jewellers help you today.
Ph: 0402 055 536
Looking to give a gift that will last longer than a traditional bouquet? Try these flowers that bloom year-round. With over 30 years’ experience in Floristry, Beautiful Budget Bouquets offers you a stunning selection of Artificial Bouquets. Specialis ing in the most realistic quality, real touch artificial flowers and greenery. Ph: 0419 668 210
Is your partner a coffee lover? Simply Beans is a one stop coffee house that stocks all your coffee needs including everything from expertly blended and roasted coffee to machines and accessories. With their products, you can make anything from a classic cup of joe to ice lattes and espresso martinis. Ph: (07) 3208 2900
For a classic Valentine’s Day gift, why not give them flowers! If you are looking for a little floral inspiration, the Southside Flower Market has got your covered, with lots of variety they are sure to have a bouquet to make your loved one’s smile.
Ph: 1300 886 171
Why not try an amazing dining experience at The White House of Waterford. With a focus on locally sourced produce and products that the community is proud of while bringing the best of Australian hospitality and cuisine to Logan. Join them for a special 4 course Valentine’s Day Dinner. Ph: (07) 3200 7339
Who doesn’t want soft, glowing skin on Valentine’s Day and every day of the week? Give the gift of healthy and glowing skin with Skin treatments at Beauty By Ola- Rae. Treatment includes Collagen Infusion Facials to Microdermabrasion & Peels. Ph: 0415 968 387
Prioritise health first at Jimboomba Massage & Wellness Clinic. It has a variety of spa treatments and packages available to relieve stress and treat yourself. This gift is perfect for couples to enjoy and relax after a long stressful day. Ph: (07) 5547 8609
Crunchy’s Dessert Café lets you indulge in freshly baked waffles, Dutch mini pancakes & crêpes with decadent toppings. Breakfast? Or prefer a freshly baked croissant or panini? Dessert? We’ll let you decide. Ph: (07) 5516 7862
We all have those days when our bodies are a bit low on fuel, leaving us tired, lethargic, and unable to focus. Sound familiar? Formulated to give your mind and body the boost it needs to face the day, your workout, or that massive to-do list, 5 Active Energy Drink is here to fuel and hydrate your body without compromising on taste or nutrition.
5AE combines nostalgic and delicious Australian flavours with a health-inspired ingredient profile to deliver strong, smooth energy while promoting physical and mental elevation.
We first came across 5 Active Energy at the Powerhouse Gym Grand Reopening and were amazed how different they were from traditional energy drinks. Formulated for any occasion
which requires a sustained energy boost without any crash. 5 Active Energy is sugar free and is the perfect beverage to have before a workout, before the workday, or as a refreshing alternative to coffee.
Containing a patented blend of seven fruit and vegetable extracts, active ingredients like Nitrosigine®, Organic Green Coffee Extract, and GlycerPure™, the 5 Active Energy Drink is more than your average corner store energy drink... and now it’s available in Logan!
Try one of the 5 flavours on offer, including Cola, Creaming Soda, Lemonade, Strawberry Lime and Cotton Candy. There is something for everyone to enjoy.
Taste one for yourself today!
It’s the weekend. You’re feeling lethargic and tired from waking up so early for the whole week. But how about waking up late and heading straight for a good brunch? That sounds like the best plan ever. Because it is!
Millennials believe that brunch is the hottest new trend created by them. But history begs to differ. The first known written mention of the word brunch was penned by Guy Beringer in a 1895. In a London publication called Hunter’s Weekly, Beringer made it clear in his article, “Brunch: A Plea,” that a late social breakfast on Sunday, “Would make life brighter for Saturday night carousers”.
Here in Australia, the late 1940s and early 1950s began to see mentions of brunch, usually as a means of entertaining casually at home.
By 1953, it seems some cafés and restaurants were responding to the trend, with mid-morning dishes such as Welsh rarebit, herrings on toast and “quickie” omelettes.
The modern day Australian café breakfast menu often extends beyond mid-morning into lunch time, or even all day. Whether it’s catching up for coffee, relaxing over brunch or indulging in a long lunch, it is about coming together to enjoy this communal, relaxing and lovely bonding experience. With all the great aspects of brunch to love it’s no wonder the popularity of brunch has seen a steady climb this past century and become the star of weekend meals in recent years.
Want to experience something new? Why not grab a few friends and try some of these local cafes and restaurants producing some of the best breakfasts in Logan.
Over the past 50 years, the flag has become an important symbol of protest and celebration for Australia's Aboriginal people - an iconic symbol of Aboriginal Australia. Created in 1970, by Luritja Artist Harold Thomas, the flag represents Aboriginal people and their connection to the land.
However, only recently did the Aboriginal Flag become freely available for public use?
While it has been an official national flag since the end of the last century, its copyright remained with Mr Thomas. Meaning that anyone who wanted to use the flag legally had to ask permission or pay a fee. However, after lengthy negations with the Australian government, they have struck a $20 million deal with designer Harold Thomas to transfer the copyright of the Aboriginal flag to the Commonwealth. Ending a long-running debate about its public use stemming from nonIndigenous company WAM Clothing buying the exclusive rights to the flag in November 2018.
The licence had meant anyone wishing to use the flag on clothing or in physical and digital media had to ask permission and pay a fee. Several organisations were sent cease-anddesist notices.
However, now that the Commonwealth holds the copyright, it belongs to everyone, and no one can take it away.
Mr Thomas said he hoped Australians would use the flag with respect and pride.
"I hope that this arrangement provides comfort to all Aboriginal people and Australians to use the Flag, unaltered, proudly and without restriction," he said. "I am grateful that my art is appreciated by so many, and that it has come to represent something so powerful to so many."
Mr Thomas will retain moral rights over the flag but has agreed to give up copyright in return for all future royalties the Commonwealth receives from commercial flag sales to be put towards the ongoing work of NAIDOC.
The government has also agreed to establish an annual scholarship in Mr Thomas's honour worth $100,000 for Indigenous students to develop skills in leadership and to create an online history and education portal for the flag.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the flag would be managed similarly to the Australian national flag - where its use is free but must be presented in a "respectful and dignified way".
"All Australians can now put the Aboriginal Flag on apparel such as sports jerseys and shirts, it can be painted on sports grounds, included on websites, in paintings and other artworks, used digitally and in any other medium without having to ask for permission or pay a fee," Mr Morrison said.
"We’ve freed the Aboriginal Flag for Australians."
Date & Time: Wed, 2nd of Feb at 10am Place: 9-11 Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central
You’re the one that we want to come reminisce about, oh, those summer nights – Grease is the word, you might have heard? Sing along to such ballads as ‘Hopelessly Devoted to You’ and ‘Sandy’ at Yatala Drive in Theatre.
5 TH SAT 7:00PM
Celebrate 21 years of Waitangi Day in Logan with cultural songs and dance and a full program of events: Official Welcome, KAPA HAKA cultural songs and dance, Live entertainment, Food stalls including HAANGI and merchandise stalls and Fitness activities.
4 TH FRI 3:00PM
Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct
Date & Time: 5th & 6th of Feb at 10am Place: Hyperdome Shopping Centre
5 TH SAT 9:00AM
Celebrate Harry Potter with take home fun! Take home a Harry Potter activity or some books on magic and fantasy. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K.Rowling. Visit your local library and collect an activity from the friendly staff.
Local Libraries in the Logan Area
5 TH SAT 10:00AM
Chinese New Year at the magnificent Chung Tian Temple. Calligraphy, Tea Ch’an, Food fair, a Light Offering Blessing Service with a Chinese Lion Dance and cultural performances. A truly amazing experience in this culturally diverse city.
Dates: 5th & 6th of Feb 10am - 3:30pm Chung Tian Temple
When Sarah walked into a Logan homeless shelter five months ago, she had no home, had lost custody of her children, and was addicted to meth.
Months later Sarah is, in her own words, "flourishing", with the support she needs to recover and rebuild herself and her future.
"I'd been on methamphetamine, ice or crack or whatever you want to call it, for a year and a half," Sarah told ABC Radio Brisbane.
"I'd been couch surfing, and one morning I just woke up after having acid trip and just decided to leave … where I was living and rung up Sheltered By Grace myself.
Sheltered by Grace is a homeless shelter based in the Logan suburb of Waterford, with space for 24 people without homes.
Founded by Jason and Lisa Loakes, the notfor-profit charity offers people a safe, private bedroom of their own, with a communal kitchen
Sarah"It's all referral-based and we don't advertise," Mr Loakes said.
"A lot of it is through government agencies — the local hospital systems will do referrals to us, but we are getting more and more self-referrals. "People that are homeless, a lot of them or most of them do have mobile phones and can google and find us that way."
About 50 people annually leave the shelter ready to be independent, Mr Loakes said, and it was, to his knowledge, one of only three shelters operating in south-east Queensland without regular government funding.
The shelter is almost entirely reliant on private donations and fundraising, while clients do pay some rent.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates about 21,000 people are homeless in Queensland, and during the pandemic, the state government offered rough sleepers emergency accommodation.
Many were then put into social housing or assisted into private accommodation, but others were not.
More broadly, 26,400 families remain on Queensland's social housing waitlist, and anecdotal reports show more people are being pushed into homelessness in the wake of rising rents across south-east Queensland.
There are so many ways you can support the work of Sheltered by Grace and be a part of the solution to end homelessness.
From simply making a cash donation, volunteering time, shopping in their store or recycling - no matter what works for you, they’re so incredibly grateful for your support!
You can learn more and find some inspiration below. If you don’t see what you’re looking for or have a great idea for Sheltered by Grace, please get in contact on 07 32007145 or admin@sbg.org.au
Jason Loakes Lisa Loakes
