Sir David Attenborough’s filmmaker and righthand man Dr Chadden Hunter leads a star-studded line-up of entertainment at this year’s Logan Eco Action Festival (LEAF) will be joined in Logan by Australia’s favourite scientist Dr Karl Kruszelnicki Totally Wild host Ranger Stacey and world-famous TV characters Bluey and Bingo.  LEAF is one of South East Queensland’s largest free events dedicated to sustainability brings together sustainability experts and conservationists for a day of interactive workshops and hands-on activities designed to inspire and educate.   Dr Hunter has filmed everything from orcas in Antarctica to jaguars in the Amazon and he is the creative genius responsible for Planet Earth 1 and 2 Frozen Planet and most recently The Platypus Guardian.  Working extensively with natural historian Sir David for the past 20 years Dr Hunter’s inspirational talk ‘Attenborough and the Environment’ will explore the world of wildlife filmmaking and whether 'awe and wonder' are enough to save the planet.  held at Griffth University’s Logan Campus has a great festival atmosphere.   “As the youngest and fastest-growing city in Queensland many Logan residents are open to innovative ideas and new ways to reduce reuse or recycle,” Mayor Raven said.  “The presentations and workshops at LEAF will help them discover ways to reduce their environmental impact and make positive changes in their home “But it wouldn’t be a festival without an incredible line-up of talent where kids can get up and dance with Bluey and Bingo and those young at heart can once again be inspired by the iconic Ranger Stacey.  you can thrift to your heart’s content with Logan Wardrobe Rummage and take home a free native plant.”  The 2025 Logan Eco Action Festival program will be released on Our Logan in the coming weeks or visit LEAF 2025 on Facebook.         Logan City Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands across the City of Logan. We extend that respect to the Elders, past, present and emerging for they hold the memories, traditions, cultures and hopes of Australia’s First Peoples. Learn more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.   Logan is on flood watch ahead of potential heavy rainful expected to hit the region today and on Wednesday The Bureau of Meteorology has warned of possible flooding around the Logan and Albert River catchments as well as others across the south east and southern inland Queensland “Minor flooding may develop across parts of the flood watch area from late Wednesday with isolated moderate to major flooding possible across coastal catchments,” a BOM statement released this afternoon read “A trough will move east across Queensland during Tuesday and Wednesday “The trough is forecast to bring moderate to heavy rainfall to the Flood Watch area from late Tuesday Minor flooding is possible across the Flood Watch area from late Wednesday.” coastal catchments are very wet from recenty weather and “likely to respond quickly to further rainfall” “Localised river level rises and areas of flash flooding are likely within the areas of heaviest rainfall.” This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and creeks should monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500 Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" The best way to contact MyCity Logan is via email to media@mycitylogan.com.au We look forward to hearing from you about story ideas We see this as your site and value your opinions like our own Please see our terms and conditions Please see our privacy policy Please note, all information published on MyCity Logan is subject to copyright, including text, design, photography and video. 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CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) As the most culturally diverse community in Australia the City of Logan embraces the richness and vibrancy that comes with having people from more than 234 cultures calling it home Mayor Jon Raven joined 300 community members at the inaugural Mayor of Logan’s Multifaith Breakfast to foster understanding and appreciation for the role faith has in shaping a compassionate and inclusive city “It’s easy to focus on the differences between and within each faith,” Mayor Raven said “But today we celebrated what we have in common – devotion to our faith our community and the universal truths that are the ethical building blocks of our society people of all faiths can do so much to make the world a better place.” The event featured a panel discussion providing a call to action to all those present to consider how they can unite to support the most vulnerable Logan citizens faith groups step up – helping strangers by cooking meals delivering supplies and providing comfort,” Mayor Raven said “The panel discussion was a great reminder about the role we all play in supporting others in our community Guests also heard from keynote speakers Ilham Sabry Ahamed and Justin Geange who shared their insights into how faith has shaped their lives and success Mayor Raven said he is looking forward to holding more multifaith events in the future the Australian Bureau of Statistics confirmed Logan’s Estimated Residential Population had increased 3.9% from 2023 to 2024 to around 400,000,” he said “As the fastest growing local government area in Queensland we know this brings greater diversity to our city which we want to embrace and nurture.” “Logan has also topped the internal migration figure for Queensland in 2024 as word spreads about what an amazing city this is to live “As this growth continues over the coming decades we’ll celebrate the unique attributes of each faith and cultural background and build a city we’re proud of.” Logan City Council’s essential services will continue to operate during the festive season although hours of operation will change at some venues December 26) and New Year’s Day (Wednesday January 1) are public holidays in the City of Logan and Council facilities will not be open Online services remain available to report Council-related matters or pay rates or bills over the holiday period More information on Council’s online services is available at Online services.  Open normal hours on those weekdays that are not public holidays Council can be contacted on its 24-hour customer service line: 07 3412 3412 Council pools and gyms will be closed on Christmas Day The Mount Warren Sports Centre will be closed on all public holidays while the Logan Metro Gym will be closed on Christmas Day Summer opening hours for each facility vary, including reduced trading hours on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. For details go to Logan Leisure Centres Water play areas at Logan Gardens (Logan Central) Darlington Park (Yarrabilba) and the Flagstone Water Play Park (Flagstone) will operate during normal hours over the holiday period All Council parks and their facilities are open as normal unless otherwise indicated and green waste wheelie bin collection services will operate as normal Bins will be picked up on usual collection day irrespective of public holidays Bins should be put out ready for collection the night before Council’s waste and recycling facilities at Beenleigh Logan Village and Greenbank will close on Christmas Day The Browns Plains waste and recycling facility will be open normal hours (7am until 5.30pm) on Christmas Day All facilities will open from 7am until 5.30pm on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day The Logan Recycling Market will close at 3pm on Sunday The holiday period is a very busy time at all waste and recycling facilities and delays entering facilities are likely Please be patient and show respect to team members working during the holidays The Animal Management Centre will be closed on Christmas Day The centre will operate on normal hours outside of these dates (Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 4.30pm and Saturday: 9am until 2pm) We encourage people who find an animal to contact Council on 3412 3412 to arrange collection or bring the animal to the Animal Management Centre at 213 Queens Road Kingston during business hours Council’s Animal Management after-hours service (3412 3412) will continue to operate 24/7 over the holidays Council cannot collect found animals outside of business hours All animals impounded at the Animal Management Centre are checked for registration tags and microchips If you have lost your pet, please continue to check the Impounded animals webpage as a photo of all impounded animals are displayed here.  You can also enquire with your local vet and keep an eye out on local community Facebook pages Our team make every effort to reunite animals with their owners but this can only be achieved if animals are registered and microchipped and all details are current Council’s nine libraries will operate on different hours throughout the Christmas-New Year holiday period Logan West and Marsden libraries will open from 9am to 5pm on Tuesday Greenbank and Logan Village libraries will open from 10am to 5pm on Tuesday Greenbank and Logan Village libraries will be closed on Wednesday Logan West and Marsden libraries will open from 9am to 4pm on Saturday Greenbank and Logan Village libraries will open from 9am to noon on Saturday All branches will be closed on Christmas Day (Wednesday Normal library opening hours resume from Thursday December 21 and reopens normal hours on Thursday Logan Entertainment Centre (LEC) and Kingston Butter Factory (KBF) Cultural Precinct The Kingston Butter Factory Building will be closed from 4pm on Saturday December 21 and will reopen at 10am on Tuesday The box office at both venues will be closed for in-person and phone sales from 4pm on Friday Tickets for upcoming performances will be available online at Logan Arts during this period The Living Museum of Logan will close from 4pm on Saturday December 21 and will reopen normal hours on Tuesday The Logan City Historical Museum will be closed from 3pm on Saturday The Devon Pixies Teahouse Café will be closed from 3pm on Saturday December 21 and will reopen for high tea bookings from Thursday The Community Venues office will be closed from 4.30pm on Friday with only pre-booked events delivered during these dates All event bookings must be finalised prior to Wednesday Council immunisation services’ last clinic for the year will be on Friday The first clinic for 2025 will be on Monday For a full schedule visit Immunisation All seven Council-managed cemeteries (Beenleigh Parkhouse and Plunkett Road) will be open normal hours (5am to 8pm) for visiting however no burials are conducted on public holidays Support for the City of Logan’s eco champions is now available through Logan City Council’s 2025 EnviroGrants program which marks its 30th anniversary this year provides financial assistance to individuals businesses and organisations working to protect and enhance the city’s natural environment Funding of almost $200,000 was distributed through the grants program in 2024 The application period for the 2025 program opened yesterday (January 22) and runs until Wednesday Mayor Jon Raven said it was important for Council and the community to work together towards a cleaner “I’d love to see people who are passionate about protecting our green spaces apply for a 2025 EnviroGrant,” Cr Raven said this program supports projects designed have lasting impacts on future generations “Legends like Ben and Lauren Moran at Jimboomba have even used our EnviroGrants to undertake targeted restoration of the ecosystem in their own backyard “It’s proof that projects don’t have to be large or flashy they just need improve local land and wildlife habitats “Ben and Lauren have made great progress removing invasive weeds and their efforts are paying off the Morans were eligible for three On-Ground Ecosystem Restoration grants within a 10-year period The couple used the funding for ‘assisted regeneration’ which involves removing weeds Lauren said the grant funding allowed them to do work more quickly on their steep block “When we moved here four years ago almost 80 percent of our 7.5 acre block was covered by lantana and weeds,” she said "We're so grateful to Logan City Council and Land for Wildlife for opportunities like the EnviroGrants program “It has allowed us to achieve our goals a lot sooner and the techniques we've learnt from our environmental contractors are invaluable in helping us maintain the property.” Lauren said as well as rejuvenating native grasses and shrubs their efforts had attracted Whiptail Wallabies bandicoots and an echidna and created a better environment for their seven-year-old resident koala Karl She said they now hoped to enter into a voluntary conservation partnership with Council to better manage the natural areas of their property EnviroGrants are available in five different categories with between $1500 and up to $10,000 on offer The grants can be used for environmental surveys and research on-ground ecosystem restoration and individual wildlife carer support For more information, or to apply, see EnviroGrants Watch our YouTube video about Funding available for City of Logan’s eco champions! Surveillance just got smarter in the City of Logan with more cameras and new AI technology helping to keep suburbs safe New mobile and covert cameras have been deployed as part of Logan City Council’s expanding safety camera network Each of the city’s 1400 cameras is now monitored through Council’s state-of-the-art camera room which is staffed by police and Council officers 24/7 With hundreds of hours of footage collected each week new visual analysis technology is also slashing time spent searching for information of interest Staff can now quickly condense up to 24 hours of footage into brief 2 to 5 minute clips featuring particular characteristics when police are searching for people or the movements of vehicles through an area The technology has also created new efficiencies for Logan City Council’s Rapid Response Taskforce which can quickly isolate and respond to public nuisance incidents like abandoned vehicles dumped shopping trolleys or the posting of illegal signs Mayor Jon Raven said City of Logan residents could feel comforted about having more cameras on the case “The City of Logan is the best place in South East Queensland to raise a family and improvements to our camera network help us keep it that way,” Cr Raven said “It means police can respond more quickly to crimes happening in our communities or better investigate incidents that have already occurred “This technology isn’t just about responding to crime alongside the deployment of more mobile cameras is a game changer for our community and their peace of mind.” Approximately 30 new cameras are installed in the City of Logan annually with many funded through Council’s Local Infrastructure Program or contributions from the state and federal governments The Queensland Police Service (QPS) has maintained a permanent presence in Council’s camera monitoring room since 2020 The network captures relevant information on over 20 per cent of police incidents Police use the network to source information more than 1,000 times a month Recent improvements to the camera network have not changed the type of footage captured Covert cameras are only used where concerns have been raised about the security of an area or where a suspected offence may be occurring Logan City Council continues to operate in line with the Information Privacy Act 2009 to protect the rights of individuals More information is available at: Safety camera program Logan Eco Action Festival (LEAF) is the city's largest event dedicated to sustainability family-friendly festival is packed with entertainment and activities for all ages while exploring practical ways to live more sustainably LEAF brings together top sustainability experts and conservationists for a day of interactive workshops and hands-on activities designed to inspire and educate Discover how you can reduce your environmental impact and make positive changes in your home Enjoy the vibrant festival atmosphere with live music and thrift to your heart’s content with Logan Wardrobe Rummage score a free native plant and bring nature home with you Join us and connect with a community who want to make a difference Don’t miss updates! Register your interested on the LEAF Facebook event page Categories: Free - Meadowbrook - What's on - Featured Events Six City of Logan students heading to university for the first time in 2025 have been given a helping hand with the cost of their studies Local businesses and Logan City Council are providing $5,000 over three years to each school leaver through the City of Logan Tertiary Educational Bursaries Mayor Jon Raven said it would help local students pay for textbooks and technology while they found their feet at university “Young people never forget who helped them at the start of their careers,” Mayor Raven said “My Chief of Staff received one of these tertiary educational bursaries when Pam Parker was Mayor “This helped her kick start her career in journalism and she’s now serving the City of Logan in the Office of the Mayor helping people every day This date is the anniversary of the day Australian and New Zealand soldiers landed on the beaches of Gallipoli in 1915 as part of the Allies' invasion We recognise more than 1.5 million men and women who have served Australia in all conflicts It's also a time to remember some 103,000 Australians who lost their lives while serving The event will contain three main aspects including Dawn Service Categories: Featured Events - What's on meet furry friends ready for adoption and learn about pet care It’s a purr-fect day out for the whole family Special appearance by your favourite Paw Patrol characters Chase View the Pet Registration Competition Terms and Conditions View Event Map (PDF 264KB) Construction has started on a new space to help a fast-growing community in the City of Logan stay connected Logan City Council is delivering the $8 million Flagstone Community Hub near the popular Flagstone Adventure Park The multi-purpose facility will accommodate a range of activities when it opens in mid-2026 Mayor Jon Raven said the hub was an important and much-needed community facility for the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area which is expected to be home to 138,000 people “Our city continues to be one of the fastest growing in Australia and delivering community assets “This will be a welcoming place where people can connect have fun and access support services close to home.” Division 11 Councillor Natalie Willcocks said the centre would be well-used when it is completed “There are a lot of people eagerly awaiting the delivery of this important building,” Cr Willcocks said and the new facility is the result of wide-reaching collaboration over the past few years.” The Flagstone Community Hub was identified in the City of Logan Community Infrastructure Strategy 2019-2041 which outlines Council’s long-term direction for current and future community needs City of Logan residents won’t be surprised to hear it was raining cats and dogs – in the best way – at Logan City Council’s Animal Management Centre today The welcome mat was rolled out at the upgraded facility as part of a community open day Council’s $21 million redevelopment of the centre has set a new standard in animal care and disease management with advanced features to ensure the comfort of cats the staged upgrade was also tailored to meet community needs for decades to come Mayor Jon Raven said Logan’s growing population already includes more than 60,000 registered cats and dogs “More people means more furry – and feathered – additions to our city every year Which is why we need our new and improved Animal Management Centre to keep us ahead of the pack,” Cr Raven said “The centre provides top-notch care for animals and has plenty of outdoor and indoor space for people to have a pat or a play with their prospective pet we’ve also upgraded the centre’s onsite vet clinic which provides low-cost desexing and microchipping to help encourage responsible pet ownership across the city.” Residents got to explore the state-of-the-art facilities at today’s open day while also meeting some of the animals ready for adoption Cat lovers delighted in the centre’s multi-level “cat condos” which include a blanket-lined bedroom along with the centre’s new UV filtration systems also prevent the transmission of airborne diseases between animals Up to 112 cats can now be “roomed” at the centre Each cat begins its stay in the centre’s impound building where health and behavioural checks are carried out Animals with microchips or registration tags are returned to their owners wherever possible Healthy animals without identification are made available for adoption There have also been advancements in canine comfort Up to 30 dogs can now be housed in spacious and durable kennels in the facility’s Dogs for Adoption building which includes a large hydrobath and automatic louvres for air flow The building is next to two large off-leash areas and is soundproofed to minimise barking noise Council’s Animal Management Centre is located at 213 Queens Road More information is available at: Animal Management Centre Logan City Council and Origin Energy (Origin) have signed an Australian-first multi-scope agreement that will help the city move towards Real Zero while supporting the region’s energy grid The Energy Partnership Agreement will run for an initial three years with an option to extend for a further three years and aims to deliver a series of projects to manage on-site renewable energy generation and consumption Through the installation of large on-site solar and battery storage at energy intensive sites the agreement will enable Council to reduce its emissions and operating costs On-site solar will help power day-time operations with excess solar generation used to charge the batteries which can then be used to power operations when the sun is not shining Council also plans to take part in Origin’s Demand Response program which involves moving flexible energy load away from periods of high demand on the grid and supports grid stability Many of Council’s energy assets will also be connected to Origin’s Virtual Power Plant Mayor Jon Raven said the innovative agreement made sense as Logan’s population continues to boom “As the fastest-growing city in Queensland and also one of the youngest and most diverse people are moving here and putting demand on the energy grid,” he said “There is potential for us to take large Council sites such as our Loganholme Wastewater Treatment Plant off the grid at peak times when people are cooking dinner at 6:00pm and placing high demand on the grid we can run the treatment plant on alternative energy sources for a few hours and then reconnect when demand drops.” Other projects to be explored through the agreement include next-generation battery storage technology and commercial models including community batteries “We’re focused on projects that will deliver a brighter future for the City of Logan by working in close partnership with Origin,” Mayor Raven said “It means we can start to move away from carbon offsets towards full decarbonisation while also reducing Council’s energy costs “Imagine what the energy landscape would look like if every council across Australia worked hand in hand with the sector like this.” Origin Zero General Manager Enterprise and Strategic Partners Liam McWhirter said: “We are proud to be working with Logan City Council to support them on their decarbonisation journey in a tailored and flexible way that will help them reduce their energy costs “We applaud Council for their initiative and we look forward to working in partnership with them on a range of initiatives.” Council engaged in a competitive tender process before agreeing to partner with Origin Zero a business unit within Origin that helps business customers on their decarbonisation journey Council achieved carbon neutral certification in late 2022 and has a proud track record of sustainability including using solar PV at its facilities converting sewage into renewable energy through an Australian-first gasification facility introducing kerbside greenwaste collection generating energy from gas captured at the Browns Plains Waste and Recycling Facility and introducing electric and hybrid vehicles to its fleet The organisation has also delivered a 35 percent reduction in emissions – equivalent to 85,000 tonnes of carbon emissions avoided – which was recognised by the Australian Climate Council’s Cities Power Partnership in 2023 Learn more at Sustainability initiatives Two passionate City of Logan residents have been recognised in the 2025 Australia Day Awards In a ceremony held at the Beenleigh Events Centre Abdul Khan from Woodridge was named as the Citizen of the Year and Riverbend resident Lilly Rider was announced as the Young Citizen of the Year Abdul established the Woodridge-based Logan Roos Football Club in 2016 to support refugees and migrants as they transition to a new life He has dedicated countless hours through the club to create a safe and welcoming space where individuals can connect bridged cultural gaps and promoted understanding and unity for people from diverse backgrounds who graduated from Canterbury College last year was instrumental in igniting a passion among her fellow students and teachers to assist Orange Sky Australia She encouraged a small group in 2021 to take on The Sudsy Challenge for Orange Sky The group wore bright orange t-shirts for three days straight to shine a light on homelessness and raised almost $5000 for the organisation's work Lilly has also individually raised more than $12,000 with the support of family Mayor Jon Raven said the City of Logan was a compassionate place where people supported others in the community “Australia Day is the perfect time to celebrate community champions like Abdul and Lilly for the wonderful work they are doing,” Cr Raven said “We have so many locals who quietly go about supporting great causes and the community today is about giving two of them the recognition they deserve for a job well done through our Australia Day Awards “Our city’s volunteers are the backbone of Logan and we thank each and every one of them for their dedication to making our city a better place.” Council also welcomed 180 new Australian citizens during the event Explore Logan's natural environment in a different light and learn about the diverse species of frogs that live locally Our experienced guides and local frog expert will lead you along the forest trails sharing tips and tricks to help you spot our amazing amphibians in their natural habitat During the walk you'll take part in a national citizen science project and help count local frog populations From croaks and barks to whistles and bleats Record frog calls through the free FrogID app to help measure the health and distribution of frogs around the nation This event is ideal for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts looking to sharpen their senses Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of nature at night Sign up today Categories: Featured Events - Browns Plains - What's on - Eco Logan - Environmental The City of Logan’s new $142.1 million Olympic-standard multi-purpose indoor stadium will kickstart a legacy that will benefit the local community for generations to come The Logan Indoor Sports Centre will be a universally accessible facility featuring nine indoor courts across two separate halls that can accommodate a range of sports could potentially be used as a training and competition venue during the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games It will be built on the corner of Jacaranda Avenue and Democracy Way in Logan Central Construction is expected to be completed by 2028 The project is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments Council is providing the land for the new facility and will be the owner and operator over the venue’s lifespan ensuring it continues to provide future community benefits Mayor Jon Raven said Council had locked in a modern multi-purpose facility that will support the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games while also addressing a high demand in Logan for indoor sporting facilities “The chance to potentially host Olympic and Paralympic events and training in the City of Logan will put us on the world stage to show off the beauty culture and talent of this great city,” Mayor Raven said “As the fastest growing city in Queensland with a young and diverse population that has Olympic-sized dreams for the future this investment by the state and federal governments will be a legacy from the Games that our community will benefit from for decades to come “The indoor sports stadium will be owned and operated by Logan City Council and will become a beacon for state national and international sports and events while also increasing the number of courts we have to offer for local residents.” Council’s Economic Development Chair Cr Miriam Stemp said the indoor sports centre would catapult the City of Logan into the future in both sporting and economic terms “Council provided valuable input into the design to create a broad-scale facility that will support a wide range of community activities including sports competitions and training meetings and exhibitions,” Cr Stemp said bring significant economic benefits and growth for our city for many years to come.” Division 2 Cr Teresa Lane said the new venue would be welcomed by locals as much as elite sportsmen and women “This fabulous indoor facility in the heart of Division 2 will provide much-needed all-access sporting courts along with function and meeting spaces that can be used by everyone,” Cr Lane said “The LISC also perfectly complements Council’s Master Plan to expand and upgrade Logan Central Gardens and will join our exciting new Wilbur Street Youth Centre as another top-class facility that can be enjoyed by our community.” The new indoor stadium will be the shining jewel across a range of Logan facilities with the potential to support competition training and preparations for the 2032 Games Logan Basketball Inc General Manager Mitchell Young said the investment from all levels of government would deliver significant benefits for the community “The Logan Indoor Sports Stadium will create generational opportunities for Logan Basketball and our community that will be welcomed as vital indoor sporting infrastructure pre and post games,” Mr Young said “We have experienced record participation growth as one of fastest growing sports within one of the fastest growing cities and the stadium will be another example of the power of the Olympic and Paralympic Games to create legacy infrastructure that will be used as a platform for positive impact “We have youth Logan Basketball athletes that have recently represented Australia and are focused on Brisbane 2032 The delivery of this venue will provide greater opportunities through competitions pathways and events that engage and inspire young people and the next generation within our community.” The new multi-purpose venue will help boost several strategies Council is exploring to capitalise on Queensland hosting the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Council has already developed a 2032 City of Logan Legacy Roadmap which outlines 19 key initiatives designed to: The new venue also supports Council’s plan to kickstart urban renewal in targeted locations across the city It will help Council advocate for the development of more hotels and other short-term accommodation options while also showcasing Logan as a key logistics hub for the entire SEQ region Logan creatives can learn more about Regional Arts Development Funding (RADF) at a special information session next week A question and answer session will be held at the Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct between 1:30pm and 3:30pm on Tuesday RADF is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Logan City Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland Grants are provided through two funding rounds each year to professional arts practitioners and arts culture and heritage organisations for performing arts Applications for the next funding round for projects starting from July will close at 2pm on Thursday City of Logan Mayor Jon Raven said RADF funding allowed local creatives to take their projects to the next level “We have so much talent in Logan,” Cr Raven said “Past applications have been for a whole range of projects including illustrated books “If you’ve got a creative dream project now is the time to make that a reality and apply for the next round of funding,” he said Queensland Minister for Education and the Arts John-Paul Langbroek said RADF had an impressive track record of supporting local arts and cultural programs across Queensland communities.  “Our multi-year RADF investment provides greater funding certainty for 59 regional councils streamlined program management and red tape reduction while boosting the state’s vibrant arts and cultural scene,” Mr Langbroek said.     RADF programs reach more than one million people across Queensland securing local arts experiences and cultural tourism opportunities in regional areas as well as supporting local artists in the lead up to Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Arts Queensland has partnered with regional councils to co-invest in local arts initiatives that generate jobs community engagement and help boost local economies and we will continue to support these vital collaborations.” A total of $46,862 was awarded late last year to the latest group of RADF recipients: For more information on how to apply for RADF funding refer to RADF The City of Logan Christmas Carols is the city’s biggest annual Christmas event celebrating the magic and joy of the festive season. This FREE family-friendly event features hours of on-stage entertainment 20 plus food trucks and markets all jam-packed into a single magical day closing off with a spectacular fireworks display We encourage attendees to take advantage of the 50 cent train fares stopping at Kingston Train Station – only a short walk to the event For more information and to stay up to date see our Facebook page.  View the 2024 City of Logan Christmas Carols program. we encourage everyone to bring their own low chairs rugs and picnic set-ups to create their own space on the lawn shelters or in-ground umbrellas as they affect other's view of the stage The program is not available to the public yet but it's coming soon It'll be made available here on this webpage The best way to get to the City of Logan Christmas Carols is catching public transport like the train or bus - both stopping a short We recommend taking advantage of the 50 cent fares We will have parking available at Gould Adams park which is also a short This parking is limited and will likely fill fast so plan to arrive early Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct was actually awarded the 'Most Accessible Venue of the Year' award This event will have accessible parking near entrances and exclusive seating near the main stage for guests with accessibility needs and their companions this year we have a new and improved site plan which offers more shaded areas for attendees to keep out of the sun wear a hat and ensure you bring plenty of sunscreen for the whole family you are welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks with you to Logan Carols Just make sure the drinks are sealed (unopened) and strictly non-alcoholic there will be options for the whole family including wings doughnuts and much more. There will be low-cost and dietary-friendly options for all We will have a few market stalls selling a range of unique products from handmade craft items and quilts plus beautifully illustrated children’s books about Australian wildlife where you can even meet the author Categories: Children and families - What's on - Kingston - Featured Events Try our search to see if it's available elsewhere The City of Logan community is invited to honour those who gave their lives in service on Remembrance Day November 11 marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended fighting with Germany in World War 1 Every year at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month millions around the world pause in silence to remember the sacrifices many have made so we can enjoy life today.  Local ceremonies planned for 2024 include: Artificial intelligence will help keep swimmers safe this summer at a popular City of Logan aquatic centre The innovative drowning prevention technology – which uses overhead cameras and specialist software to detect unusual movement in the water – has been installed at Gould Adams Park Aquatic Centre at Kingston Lifeguards receive a real-time alert on a smartwatch that pinpoints the location in the pool where a swimmer could be struggling It is the first time the water safety technology has been used in Queensland Mayor Jon Raven said Logan City Council is proud to lead the way in improving the safety of swimmers by using innovative best-practice technology “While there’s no replacement for adequate supervision from parents this technology will be an extra layer of safety around pools “For those in our community who can’t swim or are not confident in the water – this could help save someone’s life,” he said “We hope this upgrade gives greater peace of mind to locals visiting the newly renovated Gould Adams pool this summer.” the Royal Life Saving Society of Australia (RLSSA) recorded six drowning deaths 18 non-fatal drowning incidents and more than 7,800 rescues at public swimming pools RLSSA General Manager – Capability and Industry RJ Houston said the organisation was pleased to support enhanced safety through next-generation lifeguard assistance technology “While lifeguards play critical prevention and rescue roles supervision in public swimming pools can be challenging,” Mr Houston said “The potential of combining lifeguard expertise with AI-enhanced drowning detection technology is a promising development for Logan and the broader community.” which Council plans to continue to roll out across other pools the coming years which in turns help with rostering and improving visitor experiences Pool visitors can also be assured their privacy is protected as the technology monitors only general behaviour patterns and cannot capture facial or body imagery Council has also heavily invested in the city’s aquatic centres in recent years A $23.1 million redevelopment of Beenleigh Aquatic Centre – featuring a new heated 50-metre pool administration centre and café – is due to open ahead of summer 2025* “Our pools are popular places all year round not only for the most dedicated of lap swimmers but also for those learning to swim or just enjoying a space to cool off,” Mayor Raven said “And as we get closer to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games we’ll continue to invest in the venues and infrastructure that benefit our young and fast-growing city.” About Royal Life Saving Australia: Royal Life Saving Australia is dedicated to the prevention of drowning and the promotion of safe aquatic places and practices through education We are committed to ensuring that all Australians can enjoy water safely and confidently About Lynxight: Lynxight makes pools safer and smarter by using AI to enhance standard CCTV cameras and send real-time alerts to lifeguards in order to prevent water distress incidents About City Venue Management: City Venue Management proudly operates Gould Adams Park Aquatic Centre (Kingston) and Logan West Aquatic Centre (Hillcrest) on behalf of Logan City Council *The Beenleigh Aquatic Centre upgrade project is funded through the $285.8 million SEQ Liveability Fund one of 29 commitments being delivered under the SEQ City Deal with the Logan City Council investing $13.4 million alongside contributions from the Australian and Queensland governments of $4.85 million each The Salvation Army’s annual Christmas Appeal brightens the hearts of those people who do it tough at this time of year Logan City Council employees have proudly supported the appeal for 21 years and this week donated toys and other essentials to Logan Salvation Army Captain Ashley Biermann Mr Biermann said the donation was a great blessing that would change lives “Each year we have many people who are going to miss out on Christmas and for those people we are just so thankful for the generosity of the Logan City Council,” Mr Biermann said “These amazing gifts are going to make a difference this year and will find their way to Logan families “That is the beautiful thing; we always make a decision wherever we are that we want to collect locally and also give locally.” Council CEO Darren Scott said it was heart-warming to know the organisation had donated to the appeal for more than two decades “We hope for a great Christmas for everybody,” Mr Scott said Anyone else wishing to donate to the appeal can call 0448 685 580 or go to Salvation Army Sharon Hamilton has spent 12 years keeping watch over her community The dedicated Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) volunteer and winner of the 2024 Stan Wells Memorial Award for commitment to community safety was honoured at the City of Logan Safe City Awards on Wednesday Ms Hamilton helped establish the Woodlands Neighbourhood Watch group in 2012 taking on the roles of both secretary and treasurer Ms Hamilton has actively contributed to community safety by readily offering practical advice and emotional support to local families Ms Hamilton joined the NHW Queensland State Community Advisory Committee in 2020 and was named the Logan District’s Community Member of the Year in 2023 She is also a passionate volunteer with the Logan Dementia Alliance Choir which performed at Wednesday’s awards ceremony City of Logan Mayor Jon Raven thanked Sharon for her commitment to the community “I’m so grateful to Sharon and her fellow Neighbourhood Watch volunteers across our city – they’re the reason Logan is such a great place to raise a family,” Cr Raven said “Community safety is a team effort and volunteers like Sharon are our MVPs.” Other awards presented at the ceremony include: For more information about community safety in the City of Logan, see Safety Did you know that Council have their own Rapid Response Taskforce Team will proactively keep City of Logan neighbourhoods cleaner and safer by promptly addressing nuisance-related issues burnt out and dumped vehicles and unauthorised signs will be swiftly removed from local streets and parks by a new Logan City Council Rapid Response Taskforce If you see a nuisance-related item like the ones mention above and would like our Rapid Response Taskforce team to investigate please report it by one of the methods below: the Logan Art Gallery is hoping City of Logan residents have plenty to say as it celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025 Community members are being encouraged to depict their favourite things about Logan on small canvases provided by the gallery for display later this year Mayor Jon Raven said the Love Logan project would showcase the city through the eyes of those who live here “I can’t wait to see which parts of Logan inspires people’s creativity,” he said “Our city is made up of so many unique and interesting experiences “We would love to display art works from both our oldest and youngest residents and everyone in between.” the gallery will feature select works from the City of Logan’s extensive permanent collection to highlight the skill and depth of local artists “Exhibitions during this milestone year will showcase the incredible works of our talented local artists,” Cr Raven said “Many of them started their careers here and have gone on to achieve national success including Nicola Hooper and Chloe Wigg.” Regents Park resident Xin Weng has produced a painting of Berrinba Wetlands for the exhibition who graduated from Park Ridge State High School last year said the location was a favourite spot for family picnics “It is a nice place to hang out so I wanted to paint it,” she said Logan Art Gallery was officially opened on February 18 to provide a central point for the city’s creative endeavours Anyone interested in taking part in the Love Logan project should first register their interest through LoganArts Canvas boards can then be collected from the gallery the Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct as well as Logan Central Beenleigh and Logan Hyperdome libraries between this Saturday (February 8) and Monday Registered participants need to deliver their completed boards to the gallery between Tuesday July 1 during the gallery’s opening hours These will be displayed in the gallery foyer between Friday tyres and water tanks have been collected from the Logan and Albert rivers as part of an annual clean-up Logan City Council is targeting large items of generational and flood-related waste and debris from the river banks to the high water mark The river debris collection program covers 43km of the Logan River Logan Village and about 18km of the west bank of the Albert River from the mouth at Eagleby to Stanmore Bridge Acting Mayor Scott Bannan said the clean-up program had been funded for three years to improve the health and amenity of local waterways “We initially undertook a smaller clean-up of the rivers after the 2022 floods to remove flood-related debris,” Cr Bannan said we then endorsed a three-year clean-up program that is now in its second year “The new program is focused on bigger and bulky items that couldn’t be lifted in the initial clean-up “Last year we collected 13,360 kilograms of rubbish Cr Bannan said the clean-up aimed to improve the health and amenity of the waterways “We want to create a clean and green city by preventing unsightly and hazardous items from moving further along the waterways and into Moreton Bay.” The clean-up is a key part of the Logan River Vision (2017-2067) which sets out Council’s 50-year vision for our waterways “We are a river city and we want to ensure both waterways can be destinations for our residents and visitors alike,” Cr Bannan said “They also hold important environmental values as vital movement corridors for wildlife and are home to many different recreational activities on the water as well as along the shore.” The salvage operation is funded through Council’s Environment Levy and being conducted on Council’s behalf by Gold Coast Barges Get ready for a hands-on session where you'll get the opportunity to learn about our native frogs and importance of creating frog habitats in your garden Australia is home to more than 240 species of frogs that come in many different shapes and sizes and it doesn’t matter where you are in the City of Logan or how big your outdoor space is Each group will be provided with materials and guided through the assembly of a frog hotel to install in your garden This event is perfect for gardeners and frog enthusiasts who want to contribute to habitat conservation Sign up today Categories: Featured Events - South Maclean - What's on - Eco Logan - Environmental Categories: Marsden - Featured Events - Free - What's on - Eco Logan - Environmental Australia’s largest car company has joined thousands of Australians in making the move to the City of Logan Works have started on Toyota’s major new parts distribution centre in Crestmead The 31,000 square metre facility will relocate 90 jobs to the area and is anticipated to open in 2026 which chose the location strategically to improve logistical operations and enhance its distribution network was supported in its move by Logan City Council’s investment attraction team A fast-tracked development approval process has also allowed construction work on the new 60,000 hectare site to begin sooner than anticipated The new facility will achieve 100 per cent carbon neutral operations with solar panels Toyota says its improved safety standards and next generation technology will support a more streamlined goods to person process and provide greater and more inclusive employment opportunities Mayor Jon Raven joined representatives from Toyota partner Goodman and the De Luca construction corporation for an official Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony at the development site this week Mayor Raven said having Toyota in the City of Logan just made sense fastest growing and most diverse city in the state arguably the best car company in the world would want to base its parts business here,” Cr Raven said “It’s a fantastic opportunity to have Toyota coming here and partnering with De Luca to deliver this parts facility “Logan is the beating heart of South East Queensland You can’t move people or products throughout this region without coming through our city so that’s why we’re the smart choice for businesses to base themselves here “We also know that when you relocate 90 staff here that many of those people will want to come and live in Logan We’re building 5000 new homes in Logan every year “Thank you so much to Toyota for making the smart investment decision to come to Logan “We’re excited to be a partner with Toyota and to talk about how great it is to have them here.” Logan Water has pioneered Australia's first biosolids gasification facility at the Loganholme Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) This facility handles over 90 percent of Logan City’s wastewater and turns human waste into heat energy reducing the amount of biosolids by 90 percent Biosolids gasification involves dewatering and heating biosolids (treated human waste) at very high temperatures with limited oxygen The facility captures and reuses its own heat energy to dry the biosolids while a 1.1MW solar farm with 3,000 panels offsets the facility's electrical energy needs This process turns biosolids into renewable energy and a sustainable product called biochar and odourless charcoal product containing nutrients like nitrogen The facility is regulated by an Environmental Authority from the Department of Environment Science and Innovation (DETSI) and the End of Waste (EoW) Code for Biosolids Logan Water is also helping develop a new EoW Code for Biochar Acknowledgement: The AU$17.28m biosolids gasification trial facility was funded by Council and an AU$6.2m grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) The Number 2 Solution video transcript Tours of the facility are available to industry professionals by appointment only -  book a tour online. If you have a general question about this project or would like to arrange a tour please email gasification@logan.qld.gov.au Australia’s world-famous streetwear brand Culture Kings has relocated its global distribution centre to Logan further cementing the city’s reputation as Queensland’s leading investment destination Culture Kings $3.5 million distribution centre was custom designed to improve internal efficiencies with the brand now able to package and post some 10,000 parcels daily fit-out and construction of the 10,000sqm distribution centre ‘Given the high volume of merchandise we ship daily Logan is the ideal location due to its proximity to Brisbane Airport facilitating efficient service for interstate customers,’ Mr Randal says 'It's central position between Brisbane and the Gold Coast enables prompt delivery to our retail stores and local next-day online service ‘Our team is also super happy with their new workplace not just because of the internal efficiencies but 85 per cent of our staff are spending less time commuting.’ Complete with an indoor basketball court and astro-turfed lounge and gaming area Mr Randal said the new facility was purpose built to suit the Culture Kings culture and vibe we have been able to access a new talent pool of employees meaning we’ve been able to hire 50 Logan locals who’ve never had the chance to work for Culture Kings before,’ he said Mayor Jon Raven said Culture Kings joins an enviable and impressive list of businesses who have recently invested in Logan ‘With nearly $1 billion in investments in the pipeline ($966.5 million) and $167 million of capital expenditure already under way Logan is on track to be Australia’s premier destination for national and international businesses considering relocation or expanding,’ Mayor Raven says our Economic Development team have helped investors across a range of businesses ‘We have also brought in business through our extensive networks and Council’s Investment Attraction Incentive Fund (IAIF) creating 336 new jobs and attracting $115,992,962 of future capital investment.’ Mayor Raven said the Council’s investment attraction team had supported Culture Kings to find a suitable location and the global giant was a successful applicant of the IAIF ‘Relocating from Archerfield to Logan means Culture Kings was able to improve logistical operations and improve travel times and the health and wellbeing of staff,’ he said ‘A fast-tracked development approval process also allowed construction work on the 10,000sqm site to start sooner than expected.’ the IAIF seeks to attract and support projects that will stimulate significant economic and community benefits and adds to the wider regional economy Mayor Raven said Culture Kings’ decision shows there’s booming business and community confidence in Logan’s economic future ‘Our economy has steadily grown over the past decade and so has our city’s reputation,’ he said 'Logan is now an attractive location for some of the most innovative and successful brands in Australia and the world 'We’re home to 2 of the world’s leading streetwear and activewear brands one of the world’s largest automotive companies and a startup that is literally out of this world 'Our young and culturally diverse population sets us apart from most economies in Australia 'This gives Logan a significant economic advantage because we have a young pipeline of talent and ambition – and we’re all about developing and encouraging that ‘I have no doubt our city’s investment attraction team will continue to bring business opportunities to Logan that will create jobs for our community.’ Culture Kings ANZ President Ian Everest said relocating the business and operations to Logan had brought unique benefits 'Culture Kings greatly appreciates the partnership and assistance of Logan City Council along with the support of Justin Thiang and the investment attraction team,” Mr Everest says 'Our brand-new location and modern facilities have significantly enhanced our operational capabilities and we’re excited to deepen our engagement with the local community and attract talented individuals to join our ambitious team ‘We’re also proud to join Logan’s like-minded business community which shares our focus on creative enterprise A source claiming to be a Logan City Council insider has accused their employer of wasting almost $35 million on a technology project But council refuses to confirm how much money it has spent The source contacted MyCity Logan following a recent article about the likelihood of another record rate hike The insider said one of the biggest contributors to council’s rate increases was “the incompetence of the council in managing their technology projects” “Their digital transformation program has been running for three years and has yet to deliver anything,” the source claimed all on expensive consultants and contractors.” Council refused to say how much money has been spent on the project as it is “commercial in confidence” Logan mayor Jon Raven said the “multi-year” program would allow council to be more efficient He said this would save ratepayers money in the long-term providing them better services at a lower cost “This is important in today’s world where customers have greater expectations about easy-to-use digital services but at the same time there’s new risks to manage as a result of increased activity in cyber security and fraud,” Cr Raven said “As part of getting the program off the ground we’ve introduced a whole of council approach to deliver services more efficiently.” the key highlights of the program so far include: Please note, all information published on MyCity Logan is subject to copyright, including text, design, photography and video. If you wish to reproduce any content, please email media@mycitylogan.com.au The City of Logan will pause this month to remember those impacted by domestic and family violence as cries for help increase A candlelight vigil will be held on the forecourt of the Logan Entertainment Centre in Logan Central from 5-6.30pm tomorrow (Wednesday 7 May) The Centre for Women & Co and Men & Co Services have joined forces with Logan City Council to host this service The vigil marks Queensland’s Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month (DFVPM) an opportunity for the community to come together and say no to domestic and family violence A spokesperson from the local group The Centre for Women & Co said there had been an increase in the amount of people seeking help from their services we are seeing a steady increase in the number of clients accessing our service and in the complexity and high-risk nature of violence that is occurring,” she said The Centre runs health and wellbeing groups provides counseling for women and children and offers safety and support for those experiencing domestic and family violence “Our main aim is to support and empower victim-survivors in our region to be safe and to heal from their experiences,” the spokesperson said According to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics data one in four Australian women are or will be affected by DFV in their lifetime The same report found that one in two women who were experiencing physical and/or sexual violence from a current partner did not seek advice or support Nationally, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women are 34 times more likely than non-indigenous women to be hospitalized and 6 times more likely to die as a result of DFV, according to a report released by the Department of Social Services 19 people were killed in recorded incidents of DFV in the state Many factors can impact a victim-survivor’s decision to disclose their experiences with DFV. A 2022 mixed-model study identified the three common barriers in a survey of 1100 victim-survivors to be: shame and training run by The Centre for Women & Co and Men & Co to aid the community in recognising and responding to domestic and family violence are crucial to support victim-survivors Programs for men and dads are also facilitated by the organisation The council’s three water towers at Underwood and Hillcrest were illuminated purple on 2 and 3 May to mark DFVPM The council’s main administration building on Wembley Rd in Logan Central will also be illuminated on Wednesday 7 May visit The Centre for Women & Co’s Facebook page – facebook.com/CentreForWomenandCo Avid young readers in the City of Logan can spend their summer reading and supporting the environment For every 100 books read as part of the annual Summer Reading Program run by Logan Libraries Logan City Council will plant one tree – up to a maximum of 1000 trees The reading program runs from December 2 to February 28 and will culminate in a special planting day Mayor Jon Raven said he loved the idea of encouraging young people to read while helping to green the city “We know that young people are often mindful of the environment and nature,” Cr Raven said “By connecting reading for pleasure with trees that can literally grow up with the young person we are creating a legacy for the city and the community.” Bookings for all Logan Libraries’ free holiday activities are essential and can be made online at Logan Libraries Council’s popular KRANK School Holiday Program features activities for children aged  5 to 17 years and also runs from  January 4 until January 19 Online bookings open at 9:00am on December 9 at KRANK School holiday program Activities are always popular and those interested are encouraged to book early once the booking window opens KRANK program booklets are available at Council’s Customer Service Centres and Logan Libraries or visit the website for the full program The Logan Art Gallery school holiday program between January 7 and January 17 offers participants the chance to create animal inspired painted magnets animals in acrylic paint and birds in charcoal and collage For more information and to book into the sessions, visit the what’s on section on the gallery’s page at LoganArts A free interactive program will also operate at Logan Art Gallery between 10:00am and 2:00pm from January 22 to January 24 as part of the Queensland Art Gallery’s Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) regional touring project Asia Pacific Triennial Kids on Tour Bookings are not required for this program as unlimited spaces are available Logan’s future 7000-seat indoor stadium will be used during the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games the state government has confirmed after years of uncertainty said the multi-purpose venue was a “great start” for Logan’s involvement in the Olympics He hinted at further opportunities for the city “They haven’t yet decided which stadiums will host events but we can hope that Logan is favoured for a number of these events and perhaps we can look at more options as planning progresses,” Cr Raven said He said Queensland’s premier made a point of mentioning Logan in his announcement of the government’s plans for the Games “We are the state’s fastest-growing city so it only makes sense for us to play an important role in this global event,” Cr Raven said Premier David Crisafulli said the Olympics was about building a legacy for Queensland we mean legacy for everyone,” he said “The development of the games is about creating generational infrastructure that can be beneficial for people all the time “I mention Logan… that venue will be accessible Construction of the Logan Central stadium is scheduled to begin in 2026 which is predicted to cost more than $142 million will be complete by mid-2028 and open later that year It will be owned and operated by Logan City council before Featuring nine courts across two halls with almost 13m-high ceilings the venue will be built at the corner of Democracy Way and Jacaranda Avenue The site is currently home to the former PCYC building which council in the past said would be demolished The stadium will also include a function room capable of hosting 200-person banquets or 300-person cocktail events bar and an administration office for six or seven staff with bus stops nearby and Woodridge train station only 750m away The future of the stadium has faced uncertainty since plans were first announced in 2022 having survived scathing reviews – commissioned by both the previous and current state governments – that axed several planned Olympic venues One of the reviews supported the stadium for its potential to address the shortage of indoor courts in the city and offer lasting benefits to the community Logan has a shortfall of around five indoor courts Considering the city’s population will almost double by 2046 Logan’s state MPs last year agreed the stadium would leave a “tremendous legacy” for the city As Logan Art Gallery celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025 one of the key drivers of its success will be missing Gallery coordinator Michael Wardell will be watching from the sidelines as he is retiring at the end of this month after 12 years guiding the gallery and a 49-year career in the visual arts field Michael said while it was tempting to stay and be part of the anniversary year having already remained a little longer this year so he could be part of the highly successful Brett Whiteley exhibition It is a testimony to Michael’s work that the most recent opening of the gallery’s latest exhibitions on December 6 was attended by an extremely large contingent of local Logan artists “That one-on-one relationship with artists is what has kept me here and the curatorial opportunities of working in this wonderful multi-cultural community is what excited me when I first came here,” he  said Michael is recognised in the arts sector as a driving force behind the success of numerous artists He has greatly expanded the City of Logan’s representation of First Nation artists Margery Accoom and Joseph Au as well as local artists Kyra Mancktelow Michael’s enthusiasm and experience in the visual arts and gallery sector also contributed to Logan Art Gallery picking up six Gallery and Museum Achievement Awards (GAMAA) mainly for its multi-cultural focused programs and has transformed its programs and permanent art collection “I feel very proud especially of what’s happened with the collection and how we’ve taken it to something that is significant,” he said The New Acquisitions exhibition currently on display features many works Michael has played a role in adding to the collection Mayor Jon Raven said Michael had made an indelible mark on the Queensland and national arts landscape throughout his career “Michael’s remarkable contributions and dedication to the arts community were recognised recently with a 2024 GAMAA Lifetime Achievement Award,” he said “We thank him for his service to Council and the Logan community and we wish him all the best for a wonderful retirement “His influence and legacy will continue to inspire and shape the future of the arts in Logan for years to come.” Museums & Galleries Queensland Executive Director Rebekah Butler recognised the impact of Michael’s work extended beyond the gallery walls “His dedication and passion for contemporary art his commitment to supporting artists and his love of community have not only enriched the region’s cultural landscape but have also inspired a new generation of artists and art lovers,” Ms Butler said “The innovative exhibitions and programs at Logan Art Gallery have sparked important conversations and challenged conventional perspectives underscoring the transformative power of contemporary art.” As his working life draws to a close Michael admits to mixed emotions For years I’ve been saying I don’t have time to do that and I’m hoping I’m going to be busier than ever next year “I want to write a story based on my experience in Australia.” Michael came to Australia from his native Ireland arriving as one of 10 stable lads on a horse plane with 30 horses “I had a free trip to Australia and 100 pounds in my pocket that my mother had given me and I was disowned by my dad temporarily because he had me down for the British Army the last thing I wanted to do was join.” Michael is looking forward to also spending more time with his artist wife Pamela A dedicated space now operating in the City of Logan will provide an opportunity for young people to attend workshops in music production The Wilbur Street Youth Centre has already been embraced by local young people since keys were handed over to the operator in November Mayor Jon Raven said the youth centre had been welcomed by both the community and the young people who would be frequenting it “Young people make up 30 per cent of our city’s population so it’s important to create spaces for them to thrive and grow,” Cr Raven said “They’ve long been keen to have somewhere they could socialise and connect and this centre is now delivering that vision.” the centre features a ‘hang-out’ zone It will be operated by local provider Rekon Youth Foundation which was selected after an extensive tender process The organisation already operates programs at Yarrabilba Springfield Central and Deception Bay for people aged 12 to 17-years-old Rekon Youth Foundation Director Rolando Pisia said the opportunity to run the centre aligned perfectly with the organisation’s heart and mission “Through a focus on upskilling and providing pathways to employment and education we want to empower young people and provide a safe space for them to discover their potential build meaningful connections and create brighter futures while giving them a chance to explore their passions and talents,” Mr Pisia said “Sports programs will promote teamwork and healthy lifestyles while building resilience “There will also be a focus on cultural education and collaboration celebrating diversity and fostering understanding among youth from all backgrounds “This will be a space where young people feel seen valued and supported to thrive in every area of their lives and where hope is reignited dreams are sparked and lives are transformed.” The $5.04 million centre is co-funded by the Australian Government the Queensland Government and Logan City Council The Queensland Government provided $2.02 million of funding as part of the South East Queensland Community Stimulus program which aims to fast-track investment in new infrastructure and community assets that create jobs and deliver economic stimulus to local communities The project also received $840,000 of Australian Government funding through the Investing in our Communities Program designed to drive economic opportunity and provide improved amenity Minister for Local Government Ann Leahy said it was fantastic to see the doors opening on this City of Logan space where young locals can come to learn new skills make new friendships and have fun in a safe and secure environment “Queensland Government funding for these kinds of community projects is all about supporting councils to deliver great outcomes for their community.” Federal Treasurer and Member for Rankin Jim Chalmers said the centre was a space for young people in the community to come together “Having grown up in our community and lived here all my life I know the importance of having places for young people to enjoy,” Mr Chalmers said “As your local member of Parliament and as the nation’s Treasurer I’m proud to be part of a government that’s delivering important projects like this one in our local area “The Wilbur Street Youth Centre is a prime example of the fantastic things we can achieve for our community when all levels of government work together.” For more information about the Wilbur Street Youth Centre, go to Wilbur Street Youth Centre City Lifestyle Chair Councillor Tony Hall said the centre had been designed in consultation with the community and local youth providers to be a safe welcoming and vibrant space that responds to the needs and interests of Logan’s youth “We wanted to ensure it would be a great resource for the local community and something which local young people want to be part of,” Cr Hall said “This will be a place for Logan’s youth between the ages of 12 and 24 years to meet engage and participate in a wide variety of activities that are not just sport related and we hope it will be well used.” Come along to this educational and hands-on outdoor event to learn about the different creatures that call Logan's waterways home Our waterways are home to some unique and wonderful creatures Find out how everything fits together in the aquatic food chain and what you can do to help keep our waterways healthy Kids will get the opportunity to forage for waterbugs go on a treasure hunt to search for different waterway wildlife and make a special waterway animal to take home Don't miss the opportunity for your kids to get curious and connect with nature Sign up today Investment in essential infrastructure for roads water and park improvements underpin Logan City Council’s $1.18 billion budget the 2024/25 Budget focuses on getting the basics right for the City of Logan by investing in the core business of local government and making prompt payment discounts fairer Mayor Jon Raven said managing the challenges of population growth had driven many of the decisions made this year “Logan is in demand – people and businesses are moving to Logan in droves,” Cr Raven said “We have become the fastest growing city in the state so it’s essential we get the basics right “That’s because growth can bring challenges such as increased demands on infrastructure amid soaring construction costs Council is making sure new housing is coming online while still being able to deliver the infrastructure that turns our suburbs into connected and caring neighbourhoods.” Council has allocated $135 million to roads and drainage capital works as well as $1.8 million over two years for a new rapid-response road pavement repair team with a primary focus on potholes Council has also committed funds to much-loved community assets including $31 million on capital works at community and sporting facilities $23 million on parks improvements and boosting environmental programs The city’s 1400-strong safety camera network will gain 24 new mobile and covert cameras to address hotspots for hooning and other anti-social behaviour in parks and public places in Logan 84 per cent of owner occupiers will get an annual $120 fixed discount for prompt payment Cr Raven said the change was about making rates fairer for the community “The vast majority of owner-occupiers will be getting a larger discount with this change,” Cr Raven said “To help ease cost-of-living pressures on seniors we’ve increased pensioner discounts on rates and waste fees – they’ll be getting some of the biggest discounts offered across South East Queensland.” The bottom-line rate increase for 2024/25 has been kept under CPI at 4.61 per cent or $139.10 per year based on an average water use of 155kL annually That equates to $2.68 per week extra for Residential 1 properties on the minimum charge Cr Raven said it was a responsible budget for challenging times “This is about focusing on the core business of local government – the services and facilities our city needs,” Cr Raven said “As we aim to attract the kind of investments that create high value local jobs we want to make sure Logan remains a city people are proud to call home.” For more information about Council’s programs and services Your access to this service has been limited If you think you have been blocked in error contact the owner of this site for assistance If you are a WordPress user with administrative privileges on this site please enter your email address in the box below and click "Send" You will then receive an email that helps you regain access Wordfence is a security plugin installed on over 5 million WordPress sites The owner of this site is using Wordfence to manage access to their site You can also read the documentation to learn about Wordfence's blocking tools or visit wordfence.com to learn more about Wordfence Click here to learn more: Documentation 5 May 2025 13:02:58 GMT.Your computer's time: document.write(new Date().toUTCString()); Heptathlete Camryn Newton-Smith from Greenbank has been crowned the City of Logan’s top athlete for 2024 off-field supporters and events were recognised at the Griffith University City of Logan Sports Awards gala dinner at the Logan Entertainment Centre on Saturday Camryn – who rose through the ranks at Jimboomba Little Athletics Club and attended Park Ridge State High School – was named as the Athlete of the Year and Overall Athlete of the Year The 24-year-old put injury behind her to make her senior Australian debut last year and secured a spot in the Australian Olympic team in Paris this year She was one of two athletes to represent Australia for the first time in 16 years in the heptathlon and finished in 19th place Mayor Jon Raven said the sporting night of nights was a way for Council to shine a spotlight on the amazing achievements in local sport over the past year “Sport isn’t all about the superstars who make it big on the international stage,” Cr Raven said “We want to celebrate the unsung heroes who work behind the scenes in many different sports to support local athletes as coaches and administrators “We are absolutely bursting with talented athletes and were proud to see 14 people with Logan connections compete at the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris “Their efforts were truly inspiring for the next generation of athletes who might be eyeing off competing at the 2032 Games here in South East Queensland healthier and happier communities and teaches so many valuable skills like teamwork and collaboration.” put injury behind her to make her senior Australian debut last year to win the national and Oceania titles achieving the Australian all-time number six spot This led to her being chosen for the Australian Olympic team in Paris this year clocks more than 50 kilometres each week in the water during an eight session training program The Rackley Swim Team member has represented both Queensland and Australia in the pool and is the Oceania Open Champion in the 200 butterfly and the Australian Age Champion - 16 years in the 100 and 200 butterfly events Over many years Andre has competed for Australia on an international level Andre was the first down syndrome (F21) person to represent Australia in athletics in 2016 competing as a F20 athlete before the F21 classification was approved He was also the first to compete at the world championship level winning two medals Andrew also won gold in discus and shotput the last three years at the Queensland Para State Championships Marion is part of the Multisport Gold club affiliated with Triathlon Australia The masters athlete has won multiple national qualifiers in the last year leading her to the Global Ironman Triathlon 10.3 World Championship in Lahti In 2023-24 Camryn has produced an outstanding series of performances to win the national and Oceania titles achieving the Australian all-time number six spot Brendon is the Multicultural Sports Club’s (MCS) Sport and Recreation Development Coordinator MSC provides free and inexpensive programs at Gould Adams Park for children youth and adults in Logan and surrounding areas specially focused on engaging those from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds who are less likely to access mainstream sporting clubs Brendon has worked with MSC for the last seven years national and state champions within the sport of Muay Thai This is a feat which few coaches have achieved in Australian combat sports Five of his fighters won world titles with one individual winning four separate titles Cheryl has led the way for female tennis officials juggling being a wife and mother while officiating at the highest international level and being an officiating educator within Australia and internationally Cheryl is the first female in Australia appointed as the Australian Open Chief Umpire and only the third female internationally to hold the position at the grand slam level Cheryl was appointed to the role of Assistant Chief Umpire by the International Tennis Federation at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris For the first time in its history Logan Basketball has won more than two state titles in the same year with Logan Thunder U18 girls U16 Girls and U14 Girls all winning state titles as the best teams in Queensland for their respective age groups The organisation set an all-time high record in use of the venue as well as successfully being awarded an Infrastructure Grant Funding.  The team qualified in 2023 to attend the Basketball Australia National Club Championships as part of the most successful year in Logan Basketball’s history The team continued to develop and improve leading them to National and State representation Logan Basketball Hosted the Basketball Queensland U16 Boys State Championships across three City of Logan venues - Cornubia The event featured a record number of teams generating significant return for the Logan economy and showcasing the city statewide More than 3000 people were recorded as travelling into the local area Triple M breakfast co-host Margaux Parker was the event MC with Jessica Gallagher as the guest speaker Jessica is an Australian athlete and Paralympic alpine skier Jessica was Australia's second female Winter Paralympian and the first Australian woman to win a medal at the Winter Paralympics at the 2010 Vancouver Games.  For more information, see Sports Awards Come to Logan Village Green from 5:30pm for a free screening of Frozen Bring your own chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a cup of popcorn for gold coin donation and BBQ provided by the Logan Village Green Community Centre Visit the Facebook event for more information  This event is run by the Logan Village Green Community Centre and proudly supported by Logan City Council Categories: Logan Village - What's on - Children and families - Starry Night Outdoor Cinema Program - Featured Events - Free This NFL Flag come and try day allows kids and parents to be exposed to Flag Football for the first time and gain a feel for the sport The event features specialist coaching where kids can participate in a series of drills and activities to learn more about the sport These sessions are high energy and an exciting day for all involved Register by visiting Logan Come and Try Day Categories: Sport recreation and outdoors - Mount Warren Park - Featured Events - Free Hi-vis and heavy machinery have hit roads across the City of Logan as a jam-packed program of road and drainage improvements continues Mayor Jon Raven said Council was working to improve safety and travel times as the city’s population continues to boom “As the fastest growing and most diverse local government area in Queensland there are already huge demands on our critical infrastructure – but it’s a challenge we’re meeting head on," Mayor Raven said “To keep our city moving as it grows we are investing hundreds of millions of dollars every year into our 2,500 kilometre road network with a record spend of $135 million allocated in this year’s Budget we’re also keeping one eye on the future “While construction is underway on some projects our engineers continue the planning work for those needed next.” Council is also resurfacing more than 200 individual streets across the city The work will include the laying of more than 97,000 tonnes of fresh asphalt over a distance of 277 kilometres (roughly the distance from the Sunshine Coast to the New South Wales border) Mayor Raven reminded residents that temporary traffic control measures would be in place while the works happen “We know that sharing the road with our hardworking crews can add time to your commute,” he said “Please take note of the roadworks that are on in your area and adjust your travel plans where you can.” A stormwater drainage project at Eagleby is due for completion at the end of October while an $81 million upgrade of Loganlea Rd continues between the M1 and Logan Motorway which is funded in part by the Australian Government’s Investment Road and Rail Program Council recently completed a major upgrade of Chambers Flat Rd between the Mt Lindesay Hwy and Kings Way and delivered three intersection upgrades along Dennis Rd in Springwood A new shared pathway was also constructed on Cinderella Drive in Springwood with support from the Queensland Government’s Cycle Network Local Government Grants Program For more information about current and upcoming road improvement projects, see Transport and infrastructure