Volume 29 June 2014

www.logan.qld.gov.auwww.visitlogan.com.au

BUILDING OUR COMMUNITIESBUSINESSES AND PRIDE

Singer takes

Tamworth by stormOur winning

‘Hidden Gems’revealed

Elle's talentdraws us in

PASSPORTYour Snapshot

Jun - Aug 2014

to events & activities in Logan City

RochedaleSouth Priestdale

Springwood

DaisyHill

Underwood

Woodridge

ShailerPark

SlacksCreek

Logan Central

Berrinba

KingstonMeadowbrook

LoganleaTanahMerah

Bethania Loganholme

Cornubia

Carbrook

Eagleby

Beenleigh

EdensLanding

Holmview

Mount Warren ParkBahrsScrub

Buccan

Windaroo

Belivah

Wolffdene

LoganVillage

CedarCreek

Yarrabilba

Tamborine

Mundoolun

Bannockburn

Browns Plains

Marsden

WaterfordWest

WaterfordLoganReserve

ChambersFlat

Crestmead

HeritagePark

Park Ridge

RegentsPark

HillcrestForestdale

BoroniaHeights

Park Ridge South

Munruben

Stockleigh

North Maclean

South Maclean

Greenbank

New Beith

Lyons

Undullah

Jimboomba

Kagaru

Cedar Grove

Cedar Vale

Woodhill

VeresdaleScrub

Veresdale

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Div 7

Div 4

Div 5

Div 8

Div 9

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LOGAN CITY DIVISIONAL MAP

Our LOgan, Our CITY MAGAzINe

Managing editors: Deanna Nott and Natalie Newell editor: Rebecca Waters News editor: Nicole Barclay Writers: Amy McKenna, David Shaw and Kathy Grube Work experience Writer: Zac van Manen Graphic Design: Natalie Matthews

editorial enquiries: Amy McKenna 3412 4483Advertising enquiries: Marion Lawie 3412 4411

Our Logan is produced and delivered to every household in Logan City at a cost of 60 cents per household.

Front cover image: Logan artist Elle Wills sketches at a Cedar Vale property.

Photo by: Angel Riley, sketch by Elle Wills

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All content accurate as of 15 May 2014.

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Thank you to everyone that participated in the feedback process for Your Passport to Events and Activities in Logan City.

We received over 500 responses from the community and we are currently in the process of reviewing the results.

As part of this review, we are trialling different alternatives to get this information to the community to ensure everyone’s needs and expectations are met. The latest edition of Your Passport to Logan Events and Activities is a snapshot version, enclosed with your Our Logan magazine this month.

We are pleased to announce K. Harvey from Woodridge as the winner of the $500 fuel voucher – congratulations!

Want to have a say?

Have your say

Then get involved in Council projects by visiting www.logan.qld.gov.au and click on “Have your Say”. You can:

• Register to stay up to date with the Logan: City of Choice Initiative

• Register your interest in the Draft Access, Equity, and Inclusion Plan

• Find out how Council has listened to the community’s feedback on the Kingston Butter Factory Community Arts Centre Draft Development Plan

Submissions for the Draft Logan Planning Scheme 2014 have now closed. Thank you for your feedback on the draft scheme. All feedback is now being considered.

eNCLOSeD IN THIS ISSue is a snapshot passport highlighting a number of events in Logan City between June and August

2014. To access information on all events during this period, please visit Council’s website www.logan.qld.gov.au/passport or check out our events calendar.

WE WELComE Your FEEdbACk on the new trial Snapshot Passport. You can provide your feedback at www.logan.qld.gov.au and click on “Have your Say”.

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

Mayor’s MessageIt’s hard to believe we are almost halfway through the year, with our 2014/2015 budget almost complete and ready to hand down thanks to the tireless efforts of our Council team.

It has also been a busy time in our city with the Australian Bureau of Statistics recently reporting Logan City’s population had eclipsed 300,000.It certainly validates what we as a council and our community have been saying for many years – Logan is a great place to call home.

This month’s magazine is again filled with stories highlighting why Logan is such a great place to live. We have a range of wonderfully talented people living here, many who are featured in this month’s edition – from artist Elle Wills to emerging country music singer/songwriter Terry Clark, as well as the young musical stars of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and The King and I.

As Mayor, it is my mission to see Logan grow into a thriving, prosperous and connected city. This will be achieved through responsible planning, growth and investment, and through growing a strong, caring community.

We recognise the importance of growing a strong economy in Logan, particularly to support the more than 200,000 additional residents expected to move here in the next 20 to 30 years.

If we are going to rise to this challenge, it is vital that we grow and support our local businesses as well as look abroad to attract new investment to Logan, so our current and future residents can continue to work, live and prosper here. In a positive sign for our city’s economy, in the past year alone Logan and Redlands combined posted an impressive increase of almost 16,000 jobs, outperforming most other Queensland regions.

As part of Council’s strategy to maximise the economic benefits of our growth, Logan City will be hosting the inaugural Queensland Investment Expo this month. The expo will give international and interstate investors the chance to preview investment opportunities in Logan and South-East Queensland.

With almost $1 billion worth of investment already slated for Logan in areas including aged care and education, and with strong competition among Australian cities to bring jobs to their respective regions, we must continue to work hard to promote our city’s burgeoning opportunities.

Until next month,

mayor Pam Parker

Mayor Pam ParkerPhone: 3412 3412

Email: mayor@logan.qld.gov.au@MayorPam

Official opening of the Twin Rivers Café and Counselling Centre at Eagleby with Reuben Roos.

Students and supporters joined Mayor Pam Parker at the Aspire College of Education open day in Woodridge.

Mayor Pam Parker joined fellow Logan PCYC ambassador, former Bronco Petero Civoniceva, and

acclaimed artist, Don Waters at the annual PCYC Time 4 Kids fundraiser.

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Elle illustratesthe ‘Will’ to succeed

At the age of just 27, Instagram sensation, elle Wills, appears to have found her calling.

The modest Loganholme artist’ skyrocketed into the social media arena in February 2013 – her steady hand and eye for detail quickly earning her international recognition from people far and wide.

With a combined following of more than 250,000 people, the self-taught artist admits she never imagined posting images of her hobby would result in such a rapid rise of fans.

“I always drew as a kid but it’s only really been these past two years that I’ve taken to drawing more frequently,” she said.

“It was just something I started to do when I had nothing else on and I found it really calming. It’s almost like my own little piece of therapy – a hobby that has become my life.”

The first image Elle sold, detailing a purple-haired girl, was to her best friend in March 2013. While she only sold 50 prints from her website in the first few months, her monthly sales now range between 150 and 200.

The ambitious local has built her online empire in just over a year and turned her passion into a full-time career. Her beautifully detailed artwork now adorns homes throughout the world, from Uruguay to the United States. Approximately 35 per cent of her sales are to international buyers.

Elle’s favourite artist, Rik Lee Illustration, inspired her to start drawing seriously. While their styles are different, the young artist admits her greatest motivation was when he started noticing her work.

“I couldn’t believe it when Rik started following me on Instagram mid last year; my favourite artist liked my work. I actually cried,” she said.

“My website was another major achievement for me. It went live last March and looking

back, I’ve learnt so many things since. I hadn’t long started using coloured pencils so I’ve worked a lot on perfecting my technique; my skin colour has improved and I now draw on a larger scale so I can focus more on my attention to detail.”

These days, Elle admits to finding inspiration everywhere. From images online to the nail art of a passer-by, her love of floral and fantasy is reflected in all her prints.

Her most popular post was a recent sketch detailing a blue-eyed girl with a feather head dress. The image received almost 22,500 Instagram “likes” and matched a Breaking Bad image she drew earlier this year.

“I love drawing faces and people, usually females. There’s pretty eyelashes and their hair is more interesting – I love drawing eyes and lips,” she said.

“My new series is probably my favourite because it’s something completely different and unique – it’s all my own designs. I don’t need to copy photos anymore and my work is now a mix of five or six things that have inspired me.”

But this is no overnight success story. Elle admitted her talent and success had been developed through years of trial and error.

“I never really expected anyone to connect as they clearly have. This feedback and the feeling of accomplishment I get really motivates me to draw more,” she said.

“I think the trick is not to give up. Keep going, try new things, experiment with techniques and don’t box yourself in to one particular style.

“At the end of the day, I’m just a typical girl who loves to draw. It’s definitely been an exciting few months and I’m looking forward to focusing on my drawing and figuring out what’s next.”

Did you notice the left half of this month's front cover was a photo, while the right half was a sketch by Elle?

You can see more of Elle's work on Instagram, @elle_wills or her website, ellewills.bigcartel.com

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Water is a large and complex business and Council is committed to not only providing quality service to our residents and businesses, but also

providing a competitive product to our communities.

On Friday 16 May, Council presented the

2014/2015 Water and Wastewater (Sewerage)

Pricing at Loganholme Wastewater Treatment

Plant. The event was the opportunity for

Council to outline next year’s capital works

program and the city’s water pricing for the

new financial year.

From 1 July, the price of water in Logan will be $3.86 per kilolitre, a 28 cent increase on last year’s $3.58 per kilolitre.

Of this 28 cent increase, the State Government-controlled bulk water component accounts for 24 cents, with the price of bulk water rising to $2.87 from $2.63. The Council-controlled part of water pricing has only increased four cents a kilolitre, to 99 cents per kilolitre.

Based on the average household usage of 150 kilolitres a year, this will amount to an annual increase of approximately $77 a year.

With an operational and capital expenditure of $287.45 million, Council’s Water and Wastewater (Sewerage) Pricing accounts for approximately one third of the organisation’s entire budget.

Putting all-important infrastructure in place for the projected population growth identified for Logan City continues to be costly for Council.

With our population now past 300,000, Council must keep pace, if not be ahead, of growth.

And while community infrastructure such as libraries, pools, parks and sealed roads can be built after residents have moved in, the infrastructure to allow new homeowners to turn on a tap the day their house is built and be greeted by fresh, clean water cannot.

Council has to continually be at least one step ahead of the game and install the infrastructure essential for a growing population like ours.

This year’s capital expenditure is cognisant of the need to cater to future needs with $72.3 million set aside to complete, continue or begin necessary infrastructure projects.

The vast majority of capital works projects highlighted in this year’s Water and Wastewater (Sewerage) Pricing are focused on allowing for population growth or refurbishing critical infrastructure to extend its life span.

With a total value of $57 million, the Alfred St Pump Station

to Loganholme Wastewater Treatment Plant Rising Main Augmentation is an extremely exciting project and will service growth in the Park Ridge, Springwood, Logan Village and Yarrabilba areas.

The project started in 2012/2013 before being delayed last year due to technical difficulties. It is expected to be completed by the end of December.

Some of the other major projects approved as part of the 2014/2015 Water and Wastewater (Sewerage) Pricing include:

• Chambers Flat Rd Pump Station to Princess St Marsden Pump Station and Mains upgrade: $14.62 million

• Water Network Renewals Program to maintain service standards and efficiencies: $6.15 million

• Upgrade to Church Rd Rising Main and Pump Station, Bethania: $5.56 million

• Loganholme Wastewater Treatment Plant Inlet Works and Bypass construction: $3.13 million

• Upgrade of Bahrs Scrub Mains and Pump Station: $2.87 million

• Refurbishment of Alfred St Pump Station: $2.2 million• Provision of a dedicated 600m trunk main between

Southern Regional Water Pipeline off-take to supply into the Round Mountain Reservoir: $3.4 million

• Implementation of Demand Metered Areas in the Logan East Water Supply network Bethania, Beenleigh, Waterford and Windaroo: $1.96 million

• Construction of 1.36km of water main along the Beenleigh Inner Ring Road: $1.5 million

• Logan East Pressure Leakage Management and Fire Flows Project: $1.95 million

• Minor augmentations to the South Maclean Wastewater Treatment Plant: $1.2 million

for the future

Of the $72.3 million of capital works projects included in the 2014/2015 Water and Wastewater (Sewerage) Pricing:

$43.7 million (60%) is for new projects

$28.6 million (40%) is for renewal projects

$48 million in works started in 2013/2014 and continue in 2014/2015

Going underground

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mike marjanovic is undoubtedly one of the most generous people in Logan City.

The Carbrook builder and director of Creative Commercial Projects is leading the renovation at Calyn’s Hero House, working with designers, engineers, tradespeople and volunteers to ensure the Beenleigh home is finished to perfection – and he expects absolutely nothing in return.

Mike didn’t know this story was going to appear in Our Logan. But we wanted to help the Hoad family bring recognition to the man they say they will never be able to repay.

The very modest builder says the project is not about him, it’s about getting the job done for Calyn who heroically saved his brother from being struck by a 4WD, but was tragically hit himself and suffered an acquired brain injury.

“How do you thank someone who has done so much for you?” Bringing Calyn Home founder and Calyn’s aunt, Rebecca Tatum, said.

“He has gone above and beyond anything we ever expected.

“As soon as I spoke to him, I knew he was the one. It just clicked; he got it. He wanted to do whatever he could to help bring Calyn home.”

Mike, whose children attend Carbook State School with Calyn’s siblings, Kya and Ashanti, has been exceptionally supportive. On top of coordinating the entire renovation, Mike donated the first prize in the Bringing Calyn Home major raffle; a $10,000 kitchen renovation.

“Mike’s generosity knows no bounds and he doesn’t expect any credit for it. He is doing this for no other reason than to help Calyn,” Rebecca said.

“The entire community has been so overwhelmingly generous. We’re beyond grateful.”

A community working bee, attended by more than 400 people, was held in April to kick off the renovations.

When Our Logan went to print, Calyn’s Hero House was expected to be complete by mid-June, when it will be revealed to the Hoad family.

“I can’t wait,” mum Shana said.

“I’ll finally be able to bring my babies home.”

One of Logan’s most caring builders is bringing Calyn home

Tickets for the bringing

Calyn Home raffle

are available via the Bringing Calyn Home

Facebook page.

Ticket sales close on 13 June and will be drawn

on 15 June.

Carbrook builder Mike Marjanovic with Calyn’s dad, Ben Hoad.

The Queensland Reds at the Hero House working bee with Calyn, Shana and Ben Hoad.

Councillor Jennie Breene lends a hand.

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If I wander, Animal Management staff need to know where I live.

Make sure:• I’m registered with Logan City Council• I’m wearing my registration tag• My address and phone number are up to date• My microchip details are up to date• Don’t forget to tell Council’s Animal

Management staff if I have been recently desexed or am no longer with you.

While my registration payment is not due until July, please take the time to ensure all my details are correct.

You can update my details with Council by phoning 3412 5397 or email council@logan.qld.gov.au

Replacement tags will only be issued if requested (fees apply). Do NOT discard your registration tag - it is for life.

For more information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/laws-and-permits/animal-regulations/dog-and-cat-registration#fees

registration renewal starts 1 July 2014

Please check my registration details Are COrreCT

FREE seminars to help reduce nuisance barking and other pet problem behavioursFor more information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/facilities-and-recreation/animals/pet-care/animal-seminars

ANIMAL UPDATE

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CR LAURIE SMITHp: 3412 3412 e: lauriesmith@logan.qld.gov.au

Division 7: Boronia Heights, Forestdale, Greenbank, Hillcrest, Munruben (part of), North Maclean (part of), Park Ridge (part of) and Park Ridge South (part of). Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries. D

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It may be the newest club in the AFL Brisbane Juniors league, but the Park Ridge Pirates Junior Australian Football Club is already winning accolades that have evaded some 45-year-old clubs.

The club has expanded rapidly in six seasons. From four teams in 2009, the club now boasts 13 teams and 280 proud Pirate members - including a senior’s side.

President Andy Colenso said winning the AFL Brisbane Juniors Club Championship Shield in just their fourth season was recognition the club was on the right track.

“The award was based on our win-loss rate and is an award that some clubs who have been in the competition for 45 years have never won,” he said.

“Last year, we had three teams in grand finals and we won two grand finals, which no other club in the league has ever done. We are certainly punching above our weight.”

The club trains on the Park Ridge State High School oval and has formed a partnership with the school’s AFL Excellence Academy. Many of the school’s students have joined the Pirates.

The club has also made some major infrastructure investments at the oval, using $90,000 of its own funds to build club rooms, change rooms, storage facilities and concrete terraces and install new goal posts and ground irrigation.

Permanent lighting has been recently installed to allow extended night time training.

Last year, Councillor Laurie Smith organised Council funding to purchase one mobile lights tower. The club bought a second tower which made a significant difference to the players.

“The new permanent lights have already made a huge impact, especially now we are into winter when daylight hours are short,” Cr Smith said.

The permanent lights were jointly funded by the club and a Queensland Government grant.

Courteney Bromage, 15, focuses on her kick during Pirates training.

Park ridge Pirates punt their way to victory

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CR CHERIE DALLEYp: 3412 3412e: cheriedalley@logan.qld.gov.au

Division 8: Browns Plains, Heritage Park, Park Ridge and Regents Park.

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When Narelle Falkenhagen took her son’s BMX for a spin during a road trip to Mackay, she had no idea she would end up wearing green

and gold on the other side of the world.

Taking up the sport just under a decade ago, and with a five-year recovery from a major injury in between, Narelle is Queensland’s oldest competitive female BMX rider, and the second-oldest in the country.

Now in her 50s, Narelle’s looking forward to donning national colours at this year’s World BMX championships in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

In training at Centenary Plains BMX Club, Narelle, a qualified nurse, said her aim was to soak up the atmosphere of the world titles.

“I just want to participate in the event and enjoy the experience,” she said.

“I’m training as often as I can and I also do physical fitness training five days a week.

“For some riders, the Olympics is it, but for BMX riders it is the ‘Worlds’.”

Narelle said the BMX community was exceptionally supportive, not just of her, but of anyone wanting to participate or compete.

“It’s a great feeling – everyone is here to help,” she said.

“Learning how to ride, getting an inch of air, going around those berms - it’s a fantastic feeling.”

Centenary Plains BMX recently held a women-only ‘come and try’ evening. A second event is being planned.

For more information or to join the club, visit www.centenaryplainsbmx.com

New dawn for parks

Age no barrier to representative honour

Work has started at two major project sites in Division 8 – an upgrade to the Waller Park skate facility and a major landscaping project at Sunrise Park.

Councillor Cherie Dalley said the projects would be exciting additions to each area.

“Upgrades to Waller Park skate facility will bring new tricks, more advanced elements and extend the skate park into the area where the basketball court currently sits,” she said.

“Much-needed repairs will also be carried out.

“Work is now complete at Sunrise Park, where new landscaping has been developed as part of an expansion project.

“Further work to install a new play set and a range of other facilities will occur in the future.”

Narelle Falkenhagen (left) with Josh Boyton, Maia Coleman Savage and Mason Coleman Savage, in training at Centenary Plains BMX club.

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CR PHIL PIDGEONp: 3412 5509 e: philpidgeon@logan.qld.gov.au

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Waterford West residents will have a new place to ‘paws’ and relax with their four-legged friends, following the construction of a new dog off-leash area at James Fitzgerald Park.

Councillor Phil Pidgeon provided funding for the works following a number of requests from the local community.

“Many of the residents of the nearby retirement village and surrounding area had expressed concerns there was nowhere for them to legally exercise their dogs off-leash,” he said.

“Based on the community’s feedback, we identified the need for two enclosures; one with an area of approximately 800sqm for the smaller dogs and another, approximately 960sqm in size, for the larger breeds.”

Cr Pidgeon said the new facilities would be a welcome addition to the area and create somewhere for residents to catch up with friends, neighbours or other dog lovers.

“Each enclosure has been designed in line with good animal management practices,” he said.

Both facilities contain a shelter with seating, airlock-style gates to assist with access, a water bubbler, drinking bowl for the dogs and a waste bin with bag dispenser.

“We have also concreted under the enclosure fences to prevent even the most experienced escape artists from burrowing their way under the fence,” Cr Pidgeon said.

Local resident Ivy Morgan said she was delighted when works started in early April.

“We only have a small backyard and while I walk our dog Meg every day, I’ve always been too worried to let her off the lead,” she said.

“The new area is just wonderful. It means that we’re able to separate our small dogs from the larger breeds and exercise them in a securely fenced area.”

The park also allows mobility scooters to access the area.

The James Fitzgerald dog off-leash area is located off Tygum rd, Waterford West. For more information on off-leash areas, including dog park etiquette and helpful hints, visit Council’s website, www.logan.qld.gov.au

Allan Tolhurst (with Millie), Bev Glisson (with Freddy), Gladys Chill (with Bobby) and Ivy Morgan (with Meg) catch up with Councillor Phil Pidgeon at James Fitzgerald Park.

Take your pick of the berry best As the weather cools and the days become shorter, it can only mean one thing – strawberry season is near!

Every June to November for the past decade, Chambers Flat’s renowned strawberry farm, The Berry Patch, has been a ‘must-visit’ for locals and visitors alike.

The third generation, family-owned business opens its doors to the public every July and invites aspiring farmers or self-confessed city-slickers to wander row after row of juicy, sweet strawberries and take their pick of the delicious delights.

Cr Pidgeon said the farm had some of the best strawberries he had ever tasted and was a popular destination for his family and friends.

“The Berry Patch is somewhat of a hidden gem for Logan - my hat goes off to the tireless work of the Hendriksen family, they really know their stuff,” he said.

“Their chocolate covered strawberries have to be one of our best kept secrets and there’s always an assortment of delicious local produce to buy on site, from pre-packed strawberry punnets to freshly made strawberry ice cream.

“It’s a great treat for kids, adults and grandparents too and allows our younger generation to develop a better understanding of their food – picked straight from the source.”

The berry Patch, 912 Chambers Flat rd, will be open to the public from mid-July, between 9am and 5pm monday to Saturday and 9am and 4pm on Sundays.

A place to paws and relax with pooches

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Breaking BarriersOpening DoorsDisability Expo

18 July 2014, 10am - 1.30pmLogan Entertainment Centre170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central

For further information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au or phone 3412 3412.

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Slacks Creek’s Terry Clark never dreamed that he would one day swap his career

as a fly-in-fly-out construction worker to become a professional musician.

But with the support of wife Simone, one year into his new career he has two trophies from Tamworth and is rapidly earning a reputation as one of Australia’s finest emerging country music singer/songwriters.

“Terry had been working for 13 years as a fly-in-fly-out worker in some of the most remote parts of Australia and overseas and was away from home for three weeks at a time,” Simone said.

“I decided that I really wanted him at home to see his three girls grow up; I needed to find an alternative to him working in the construction industry.”

Simone entered her unsuspecting husband in the 2013 Tamworth’s Capital Country Music Association’s National Talent Quest – the same amateur country music competition that helped launch the careers of Keith Urban, Lee Kernaghan, Felicity Urquhart and Alan Carswell.

Terry won the Best Male vocal section with his self-penned song Soulomine.

“My nanna bought me my first guitar at age 10 but I had only ever played for friends and mucked around for fun playing in pubs and cover bands,” he said.

Terry Clark picks up his guitar whenever he has five spare minutes.

“Simone decided to take me to the Tamworth Country Music Festival last January. I thought I was going to do a bit of busking and take a look at the festival, but when we got there, pitched our tent and, well blow-me-down, she said we’ve got this gig on Thursday morning.

“I didn’t know she had entered me in the competition, but I am really glad she did. We left with a trophy and were both grinning from ear-to-ear all the way home.”

And so began the family’s journey into the music industry.

Terry recorded his debut self-titled album in Melbourne late last year with 2014 Golden Guitar nominee Doug Bruce and also recorded two video clips with Golden Guitar winner Ross Wood.

He travelled to Tamworth again in January to play 17 shows and was a finalist in the 2014 Australian Country Music People’s Choice Awards for Most Promising Future Star and Best Video. He won the Best Video category with his song Christmas (I’m coming home).

“You can only imagine how incredibly thrilled we were to come home again with a second trophy,” Terry said.

“The overall competition received more than 90,000 individual votes, so that is a great honour.”

Having almost the same name as Canadian country music artist Terri Clark has caused a few humourous incidents, including when he accepted the Best Video award from the host who was expecting a female. Then in May viral social media posts about the Canadian singer’s personal life included links to the Australian’s website.

Armed with just his voice and his acoustic guitar, Terry’s lyrics reflect his lonely years working in some of the most remote parts of the world, first as a ringer in the Kimberley and then offshore Africa and all over Australia in the oil and gas industry.

“There are a lot of fly-in-fly-out workers nowadays and so a lot of families are in the same situation as I was and missing their families,” he said.

“When I was working out bush all the workers would go to the wet mess after dinner and sit down to have a few beers. There were 300 or so blokes sitting there not doing much except drinking beers so I’d often find myself playing my tunes.

“One night, I remember it was pretty late and they made me get the guitar out. I decided to play this one song that I had written for one of my twins Melody.

“I often sing with my eyes closed and I remember at the end of the song opening my eyes, looking around the table and seeing 14 big burly construction workers with tears in their eyes or blowing their nose.

“It was a big confidence boost for me, it confirmed to me that people can relate to what I am writing.

“I’m all about doing my day job, coming home to mow the lawn, sitting down to have a beer, kicking the footy around with my kids in the backyard, and taking my wife out for a nice dinner on a Friday night – the real things in life, the things that really matter to people.”

Despite the two national awards and great reviews, the Clarks, who have lived in Slacks Creek for 24 years, have kept their day jobs to pay the bills and help further their music dream. Terry works locally in construction and Simone in radio, which allows the couple more time to spend together with their 10-year-old twins Sunny and Melody and seven-year-old Michaela.

Coming home music opens new doors for Terry

Terry will be playing at the broadbeach Country music Festival

at the Envy Hotel on the Gold Coast on Saturday 21 June. Visit

terryclarkmusic.com

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Three talented young Logan dancers are still feeling star-struck after performing on the stage of award-winning musical, The King and I.

Siblings Oliver, 8, and Lucy, 7, Chin of Springwood and Hannah Bahr, 10, of Jimboomba performed alongside well-known Australian actor Lisa McCune and international opera sensation Teddy Tahu Rhodes at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre in April.

The trio was chosen from more than 80 hopefuls vying for 20 spots in the sell-out musical theatre production.

Dance teacher, Bev Parker, who has owned and run dance academy BPAD in Logan for 36 years, nominated the students to audition.

“An opportunity like this for young dancers to perform in such a high-profile musical only comes along once in a while,” she said.

“I am particularly excited for Oliver, who only started dancing one year ago, but puts in 100 per cent and takes his dancing very seriously.

“I am so proud of them and it is wonderful to see them on stage.”

Daisy Hill’s Sophie Moman is one of Logan’s fastest shooting stars and at 10 years of age already has an impressive list of credentials in film, stage and television.

The John Paul College student played the lead role in last year’s sell-out Brisbane musical theatre production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, recently appeared in a number of short films and is the star of a national television commercial currently being aired for Andersen’s floor coverings.

“It feels so exciting and whenever we hear the jingle for Andersen’s, we run to the TV and watch,” she said.

“Everyone at school is always saying ‘I saw you on TV’.”

Sophie also recently won a role in her first feature film Tomorrow, which tells a tragic story about a family and is being filmed in November.

“I am so excited to be doing a feature film because I have been in short films before and I am sure that a feature film would be even more fun,” she said.

“I have to get my hair dyed for the character to match my film parents. I can’t wait to show my friends at school when I am blonde.”

In addition to beating 300 other actors vying for a lead role in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Sophie played an orphan in Annie The Musical and

Jimboomba’s Hannah Bahr was excited to be chosen for a role in The King and I. Photo by Margot Taylor (QPAC).

Logan dancers dazzle stage

Sophie is arising star

has now worked alongside industry greats such as Anthony Warlow, Todd McKenney and Rachael Beck.

“I would love to try and be in more musicals and hopefully one day I will be on Broadway.”

While Sophie admires Katy Perry’s singing, she says her role models are her parents and grandparents.

Mum Wendy said Sophie started dancing as soon as she could walk, and singing as soon as she could talk.

“That is why we put her into dance classes so early. She got into film acting at six, and started vocal training at seven,” she said.

“She also learns piano and guitar. Education comes first though and she knows that if her grades suffer she will have to give something up.

“Her academic results reflect how hard she works to balance school work with the gruelling schedule of training, practice, rehearsals, auditions and performances required for a career in the entertainment industry.”

On stage as Jemima in a scene from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Sophie Moman, 10, is pictured with fellow actors Campbell MacCorquodale and Todd McKenney. Photo by Michael Dare, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, QPAC Brisbane.

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Shattering records and lining up against some of the nation’s elite swimmers is all in a day’s work for Shailer Park siblings Charly and Lexie Kuhnemann.

Charly, 12, and Lexie, 11, turned heads at the recent Queensland school championships where they finished with a swag of medals.

Charly was also named swimmer of the meet and, after slicing two seconds off her age group’s 200m individual medley record, qualified for the national school championships.

With their sights set on representing Australia at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, Charly said she was thrilled to compete against fellow Logan swimmer and Olympic and Commonwealth Games sensation, Alicia Coutts, at the recent 2014 Commonwealth Games trials. Charly was the youngest swimmer to step on the blocks at the championships.

“Swimming connects you with different people and enables you to travel,” she said.

Sisters Charly and Lexie Kuhnemann are blitzing the competition in the pool.

Wetland area planned for Shailer Pioneer ParkIt has already earned state honours, and now Shailer Pioneer Park is going to another level.

A concept plan for a wetland area is being developed and will not only add another visual element to the popular park but also treat stormwater run-off from the surrounding area and enhance biodiversity.

Councillor Darren Power said the work would further enhance the park which recently took out the Parks and Leisure Regional (Qld) Award for Excellence (Parks and Open Space Development).

“Native vegetation will be planted around an area of open water to provide wildlife habitat and boardwalks, pathways, seating, viewing decks, signage and outdoor learning areas will add to the experience for park users,” he said.

“We will also improve a large grassed area to provide a better active open space area. This area may be suitable for movie nights or large-scale picnics in the park.”

Cr Power said the wetland area would be built over two stages, with earthworks ensuring correct water flow across the site, followed by the vegetation planting, which will clean the water and provide habitat.

“The plans tie into our Slacks Creek Recovery ABC philosophy, which is to create active, beautiful and clean waterways and parklands,” he said.

“I like to set my own goals and it feels good when I achieve them.”

Lexie said the friendships formed through the sport kept her motivated.

She said a career highlight was breaking the long-standing 100m backstroke age group record. She also claimed some records previously set by her sister.

“I’m one second off Charly’s 28-second time for the 50m freestyle. My first time was around the 40-second mark when I started competing,” Lexie said.

Councillor Darren Power said the dedicated and talented siblings trained every morning and night.

“Their recent achievements at the school championships show they have the potential to follow in the footsteps of other Logan swimming stars Jodie Henry and Alicia Coutts,” he said.

“Charly and Lexie train with the Logan Vikings at Logan North Aquatic Centre and I know we’ll be hearing more about them in years to come.”

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With a smile that could melt a thousand hearts, meet Lucy Newman, the soon-

to-be-10-year-old who is facing her toughest challenge yet.

Diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL), a form of blood cancer that affects white blood cells and marrowbone, Lucy is undergoing extensive treatment at the Clem Jones Leukaemia Foundation Family Centre, rather than making the trek backward and forward to undergo treatment for this rare disease.

But despite months of painful treatment, and losing all of her hair, Lucy is taking it all in her stride and remains positive about her future ambitions.

“Ever since I’ve had leukaemia, I wanted to be a nurse,” she said.

“I would know how to use the tubes and everything – when they take blood I would say ‘ah, fascinating!’”

While Lucy says she misses school and her friends, she dreams of becoming a child oncology nurse when she gets better.

With her family providing positive encouragement, this young lady, who is a power house of optimism and unyielding courage, is determined to achieve her goal.

This year Lucy is both excited and proud to be the face of the Jimboomba Relay for Life, to help raise money to fund cancer research and awareness.

Councillor Trevina Schwarz said Lucy’s positivity, infectious energy and luminous outlook was an inspiration.

“The Jimboomba Relay celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. I would encourage the community to rally around in support to help reduce the impact cancer has on our communities and families such as Lucy’s,” she said.

“It will be a real privilege to walk with Lucy and be part of her journey.This will be my third year as the patron for the Jimboomba Relay for Life and I could not be more proud of the unquestionable support and extraordinary efforts conveyed by the committee, our community and our local businesses.“

This year’s relay For Life will be held on 11-12 october at Hills International College,

Jimboomba.

Visit www.relayforlife.org for more information.

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Lucy Newman, centre, with dad Rodger and mother Julie take time out during

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South-East Queensland’s most talented dancers, musicians, singers and performers will take to the stage over 26 days during July, August and September as the annual Bendigo Bank Quota Beenleigh Logan Eisteddfod is held across Logan City.

The event, which started in 1986 and ran for just three days, showcases the best junior performers at Logan Entertainment Centre and the Crete Street Theatre at Beenleigh.

Organiser Margaret George said the eisteddfod was born to give local youth an opportunity to perform on stage.

“Over that time the number of participants and spectators has increased significantly,” she said.

“More than 2,000 volunteer hours go into organising the event.

“The best thing for us as organisers is when we see entrants from many years ago bringing their children and students back to compete.”

Bursaries and scholarships are awarded to section winners to enable them to develop their talents further.

Eisteddfod organiser Margaret George and Councillor Jennie Breene watch as Ebony-Rose Hardman and Anjali Willett rehearse for the Bendigo Bank Quota Beenleigh Logan Eisteddfod, which begins in July.

Spotlight shines on young performers at eisteddfod

Redland dance studio Strictly Dance principal Debbie-Lyn Davidson has been involved with the event for almost 20 years and recently opened a studio at Underwood to cater for Logan residents.

“I’ve been going to the event for a long time, starting with my sister when she was younger and later my daughter,” Debbie-Lyn said.

“For my students, it’s an opportunity for them to consolidate what they learn in their classes into performing and the little ones can be inspired by watching some of the older competitors.”

Councillor Jennie Breene said the event put Logan’s great community facilities in the spotlight.

“The eisteddfod attracts up to 17,000 performers each year who come from as far away as the Sunshine Coast, Gatton and northern NSW which is great for our city,” she said.

“The performances are just superb. I encourage anyone interested in seeing talented youngsters to purchase tickets for the shows.”

Learn more at www.quotabeenleigh.org.au/our-eisteddfod

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5-10 August: group dance

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Does your business need help with marketing? Are you looking to grow?

WHeN: Four half-day workshops held every Tuesday or Thursday of each month.

WHere: BizConnect CentreLogan City Council, 150 Wembley Rd, Logan Central

BOOKINGSP: 07 3412 4888E: BizConnectCentre@logan.qld.gov.auW: www.loganbiz.com.au

Marketing your small business

A new café in Woodridge is doing much more than simply serving great coffee.

Harmony on Carmody, an initiative of ACCESS Community Services, will be the career kick-start that local unemployed people, migrants and refugees have been eagerly waiting for.

The café will offer jobseekers on-the-job training in food preparation and handling, coffee-making, front-of-house and small business operations, as well as experience with Australian workplace culture.

Two new additions to the café, the Spice Enterprise and a wooden deck with shade sails to host outdoor events, are not far from completion.

The Spice Enterprise will showcase traditional spices and condiments of multicultural communities. They will be used in the café’s menu and sold as a wholesale product. Jobseekers will have the opportunity to receive small business training and sell the spices at markets.

“We’ve been talking about opening a café for years; it’s something we’ve always wanted to do,” ACCESS Divisional Executive Manager Michael Krafft said.

There are also plans for a regular cultural evening to be held on the new deck.

ACCESS CEO Gail Ker said Logan’s multicultural groups would be invited to express themselves with traditional food, dress and entertainment.

“It will be a cultural experience rotating around each group so they can share their culture and people can come in and experience the different cultures,” she said.

“The idea is to break down the barriers. It is called Harmony on Carmody and that’s what we hope to promote. This is about the richness of what cultures bring to a community.”

Visit Harmony on Carmody on the corner of Ewing rd and Carmody St, Woodridge. open 6.30am to 2.30pm.

Coffee, culture and community

Barista Jaymie Dinsdale with Michael Krafft, Sharyn Casey and Gail Ker from ACCESS

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Hotel developers vie for Urban VillageLogan City’s multi-award winning SouthWest 1 precinct in Berrinba will

soon be home to a hotel, tavern, café and retail outlets.

Council recently advertised for tenders to finance, design, build and operate stage one of the Urban Village on Browns Plains Rd.

Future stages of the Urban Village site could include the development of a supermarket, commercial office, childcare centre, service station and gym.

Councillor Graham Able and Councillor Luke Smith at SouthWest 1, the future site of the Urban Village.

new café breaks down barriers

Need somewhere to host your next event? Harmony on Carmody has a private function room for up to 30 people. It is free to hire

for groups purchasing coffee or food from the café menu. Contact 3208 5997 or email harmony_manager@acl.org.au.

At Logan City Council we offer challenging and rewarding career paths.

WANT TO KNOW MOre? Go to www.logan.qld.gov.au/about-council/careers

LoganBeNeFITS• Free parking

• Nine day fortnight

• Flexible leave options

• Health and wellbeing programs

• Ongoing training and development

• Generous superannuation

• Easy application process.

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COMMuNITY Tree PLANTING DAY on World Environment Day. Be part of the exciting revegetation work at Griffith University and plant a tree or two for World Environment Day. A free barbecue will be provided after the tree planting. Please RSVP for catering purposes to annamarkula@logan.qld.gov.au or call 3412 4779. Please advise if you have any special dietary requirements.

MArVeLLOuS MATure WOMeN, Logan Central Library, 26 Wilbur St, Logan Central, 9am-noon. Come along to enjoy a cuppa and make new friends. Logan Women’s Health and Wellbeing counsellor Angela Watkins will be the guest speaker. Phone 3808 9233 for more information.

MerrY MeLODIeS SerIeS 19 – DAVID SCHeeL, Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central, 11am-12.30pm. Scheel is acclaimed as the most original musical humourist of his generation. Hear beautiful music and laugh yourself silly. Tickets: Table $20.50-$21.50; Balcony $19-$20.50. Ticket price includes morning tea served at 10.30am. Contact box office on 3412 5626 or www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au for tickets or details.

LOGAN eCO ACTION FeSTIVAL (LeAF), Griffith University, Logan Campus, University Dr, Meadowbrook,10am-3pm. LEAF is a free community festival designed to stimulate awareness about the environmental issues we face as a community. The festival will include an array of eco businesses, live music, demonstrations, workshops and children’s activities. Visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/LEAF for more information.

WOrLD CuP CHeer AND DANCe, Logan Metro Sports Centre, 357 Browns Plains Rd, Crestmead. World Cup Cheer and Dance is a spectacular event that will feature local students participating in the competition through various styles of dance and cheer routines. Phone 3393 1666 for details and competition times.

MuSIC IN THe GALLerY: MANDOLINS IN BrISBANe, Logan Art Gallery, Cnr Wembley Rd and Jacaranda Ave, Logan Central, 2pm-3.30pm. Mandolins in Brisbane (MIB) is Queensland’s foremost mandolin and guitar ensemble. The group will perform Italian pieces for mandolin and excerpts from Verdi’s opera La Traviata. Light refreshments will be served so bookings must be made by 25 June by calling 3412 5519.

CIrque MOTHer AFrICA, Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central, 7.30pm-9.30pm. Rich in rhythm and robust in song, Mother Africa’s acrobats, musicians and dancers light up the stage in a powerful performance of stunning African artistry. Adults $59.90; Concession $49.90; Child (2-12yrs) $44.90; Groups 10+ & LEC Members $49.90pp; Contact box office on 3412 5626 or www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au for tickets or details.

Children’s workshops held in conjunction with the exhibitions Don Waters: Arcadia! and Esther Austin: Another door opens. Bookings required. Another door opens: 1 July 2pm-4pm ages 6-12

Arcadia!: 3 July 10am-noon ages 6-12

Arcadia!: 4 July 10am-noon ages 8-14

Arcadia!: 8 and 11 July 10am-noon ages 8-14

For further details and bookings, contact the Logan Art Gallery on 3412 5519 or by email on artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au

FOr MOre THINGS TO DO IN LOGAN CITY go to www.visitlogan.com.au.

June 5 - Griffith University Logan Campus, University Dr, Meadowbrook (9am-11am)

Celebrate Senior’s Week in Logan!Enjoy the Beatlegs Beatles Tribute Show in the auditorium. Shows at 9.30 am and 1 pm. Only $5 per ticket. To purchase your ticket please phone LEC 3412 5626. The day will also include free activities and information stalls.

Tuesday 19 August 9am - 2.30pmLogan entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central.

For information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au

cELEbRATE SENIoR’S WEEk IN LogAN!

SCHOOL HOLIDAY WOrKSHOPS

“This community event is supported by Logan City Council, through funding

from the Australian Government”

ages 6 -12 years

30 June - 4 July 2014: Cornubia Park Sports Centre(Cost $95 per week)

7 - 11 July 2014: Beenleigh, Marsden, Browns Plains & Springwood High Schools (Cost $65 per week)

For details and bookings call 3412 4250 or email judirow@logan.qld.gov.au

A Logan City Council initiative proudly sponsored by McDonalds Logan Family restaurants.

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‘Whey’ forward found for Kingston Butter FactoryThe proposed redevelopment of the Kingston Butter Factory will not proceed.

Following extensive consultation on the Kingston Butter Factory Community Arts Centre Draft Development Plan, Council voted to support the wishes of the community to retain the current use.

More than 1,250 responses in the form of petition signatures and formal submissions were received during the consultation period.

In line with community’s feedback, Council will now investigate and prepare revised plans for the external use of the site, while any improvements to the internal theatre, dressing room and performance spaces will be carried out in partnership with the relevant stakeholders.

Community feedback was also overwhelming in its support for the Logan City Historical Museum, the Arts and Crafts Cooperative and the Buttermaids Kitchen to remain in the centre.

For more information, visit www.logan.qld.gov.au or contact Council on 3412 3412.

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Expo breaks down barriers and opens doors for people with a disability

If you want to be prepared for natural disasters and emergencies, visit the Logan City SES daisy Hill headquarters on Sunday 15 June for the next Get ready Logan event.

You can speak to staff from emergency services, support agencies and Council to learn about:

• the risks and hazards in your local area

• the impacts of disasters and emergencies

• the actions that you, as a resident, can take to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.

There will also be vehicle and equipment displays by the State Emergency Service, Queensland Police Service and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services.

So, Get Ready Logan, and visit Logan City SES headquarters, 26 Winnetts Rd, Daisy Hill, on Sunday 15 June from 9am to noon.

Learn more about the event by phoning 3412 3412 or visit www.logan.qld.gov.au

The secret appears to be getting out – Logan is one of the best cities in Australia to live, work and play.

Figures recently released by the Australia Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveal Logan City’s population has passed 300,000, making it the fifth largest local government area in Australia.

The population estimates for areas in Australia as of 30 June 2013 has Logan City’s population at 300,667, with growth sitting on 2.1 per cent each year.

Logan now sits only behind Brisbane (1,131,191), Gold Coast (537,844), Moreton Bay (408,914) and the New South Wales city of Blacktown (325,185) on the list of largest populations in Australia. The removal of Noosa from Sunshine Coast’s population following last year’s deamalgamation saw the area’s population drop approximately 50,000, pushing it below Logan City to about 280,000.

The ABS data identified Woodridge as the city’s most densely populated while Underwood’s population was growing at the fastest rate. Of Logan City’s 63 suburbs, Marsden recorded the greatest population increase while Munruben and Park Ridge South reported a minor population decrease.

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People with a disability and their carers should put Friday 18 July in their diaries for the Breaking Barriers, Opening Doors expo at the Logan Entertainment Centre from 10am to 1.30pm.

The expo will feature more than 40 exhibitors promoting services and opportunities available for people with a disability and the announcement of the Logan City Disability Awards.

Categories for the awards

include volunteering, best employee, community service, achievement, sport and recreation, business, arts, and leadership.

Nominations for the awards close on Friday 15 June.

The expo is being organised by Logan City Council, Red Cross, FIRST and Education Queensland.

For information, phone 3412 5324 or visit www.logan.qld.gov.au

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Councillor Lisa Bradley believes nine-year-old Springwood Road State School student, Nigel Lau, is an example of Logan’s uncovered talent.

“I attended Springwood Road State School’s end of year assembly and was blown-away by a little boy with a huge voice who sang at the assembly,” Cr Bradley said.

“He has a very mature voice and a unique tone.”

Nigel, who has been supported and encouraged by his school to further his singing, received a further boost from Cr Bradley and Cr Russell Lutton who provided funding for him to start professional singing lessons – the first formal training he has undertaken.

“He has a great natural talent and I would love to see him be able to reach his potential,” Cr Bradley said.

Nigel’s natural gift for singing was discovered when he gave an impromptu performance on stage when he was two-years-old, much to the astonishment of his mother Linda Lau.

“I took him along to a party at the five-star hotel in Hong Kong where I worked. He climbed on stage and

Logan’s got talent

Nigel Lau serenades Councillor Lisa Bradley with a song from Whitney Houston.

Logan has produced more than its fair share of sporting stars, but it is also rapidly earning a reputation as a rich font of talented musicians.

grabbed the microphone and started singing,” Mrs Lau said.

“He sang a whole song in Mandarin. I had no idea he could do that and everyone was amazed.

“When he was a baby, the only way to settle him was to play music. As soon as he heard music he would stop crying.”

Nigel loves singing using the karaoke machine his grandmother bought him and is surprising everyone by how quickly he can memorise songs in both English and Mandarin.

“I love Whitney Houston, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry best. Their music is nice and when I sing I feel like I am in a dream,” he said.

“When I am big I want to be a doctor during the day and at night time I want to be a singer.”

Cr Bradley said Logan City Council was dedicated to supporting performing artists and arts events within the region.

“Council’s two-year partnership with the Queensland Music Festival to deliver a large Logan musical festival in 2015 is a great opportunity for our local performing artists,” she said.

“This signature Logan musical event, which will be led by jazz star James Morrison, will be a festival created by the community, for the community, and will showcase the incredible talent that exists in the Logan region.”

The new Spielart playground at Underwood Park is due to be completed at the end of the month. The fairytale inspired adventure playground will be the largest of its kind in Australia An unveiling will be held at 9am on Tuesday 1 July. Check Council’s Facebook page for more details.

DIVISION 1 uPDATe Three trees and a new bench seat were recently installed on the road reserve outside Big Gun on Logan Rd, Underwood.

Keep your eye out for new signs around Rochedale South and Underwood, reminding motorists in the area to stick to the 40km/h speed limit. The signs have an updated reflective design, making them easy to see night and day.

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IDeAS SOuGHT FOr uSe OF COMMuNITY FACILITYCouncil is seeking the community’s input for ideas of how the Ben Matthews Youth Centre facility in Logan Central should be used in the future.

Councillor Russell Lutton said the facility, located at 47 Ellen St, had recently become vacant and was available for community not-for-profit groups to lease.

“We are looking for out of the box ideas that will help the facility benefit the community,” he said.

“The facility has two main buildings located on a 4,840sqm park-style block, which is fully fenced.”

Expressions of interest to lease the site are now open and will be taken until 17 June.

For more information, contact Council’s Community Services branch on 3412 3412 or email council@logan.qld.gov.au

City’s cultures and colours on display in Logan Central

Visitors to Logan Gardens and the Station rd shopping precinct in Logan Central will soon experience

the city’s cultures and colours through a series of banners and mosaics created by Woodridge State High School students and artists robyn Pell and Isaac Patmore.

Councillor Russell Lutton said the public art project demonstrated the strength and unity of Logan’s youth.

“We had an opportunity to add six new mosaics to Logan Gardens, with the 14 existing mosaics being relocated to new landscaped gardens near the children’s playground,” he said.

“The new mosaics will represent the cultural groups that have recently arrived in Logan City, reflecting the nationalities and cultural heritages of students currently enrolled at the school.

“We worked with students at the end of 2013 to develop drawings for the mosaics, which were focused on flora, fauna and traditional patterns of their countries.”

Woodridge High students were also involved

in designing the Station Rd banners, which were launched at the Kaleidoscope festival in May.

“The students developed their own symbols, patterns and images, which were then combined into four banner designs, representing different nationalities, maps of the school catchment area and a turtle,” Cr Lutton said.

“A secret kangaroo is also hidden in one of the banners.”

School principal Geoff Sippel said it had been a wonderful experience for the students to collaborate with professional artists on this project.

“We have a huge amount of artistic talent at our school.The beautiful designs represent aspects of our diverse and dynamic school community and are a credit to the students, their teachers, artist Robyn Pell and our whole school,” he said.

The mosaics will be installed at the end of the month.

Councillor Russell Lutton visits the Station Rd shopping precinct with Woodridge State High School art students Shelby Johnston, Modiuo Nakachi, Mortassa Hussaini, and Kamere Pasa.

Cultures and countries represented in Logan Gardens mosaicsRomania, The Philippines, El Salvador, Torres Strait Islands and Turrbul, created with the help of Uncle Barry Watson and his daughter (2000)

Argentina, Finland, Cook Islands, Islands of Samoa and Tonga, Kurdistan, Maori and Colombia (2001)

Burma, Sri Lanka, South Asia, Thailand, Eastern Africa and Central Africa (2014)

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Division 3: Daisy Hill (part of), Kingston (part of), Slacks Creek, Springwood (part of) and Underwood (part of). Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries.

Two local neighbourhood centres run so many programs, support services and activities that it

would be impossible to list them all.

Kingston East Neighbourhood Group Inc (KENG) and Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association (LECNA) are both undergoing rapid growth and helping tens of thousands of families each year.

Established six years apart – KENG in 1984 and LECNA in 1990 – they are dedicated to connecting people, building positive futures, promoting healthy living and relieving poverty.

Councillor Steve Swenson said the centres played a vital role in strengthening their communities and generating social wellbeing.

“LECNA and KENG are multi-service hubs providing a comprehensive range of programs and services customised to the needs of their communities,” he said.

“I think people would be amazed at what is available – there is something for every age, every need and every interest.”

LECNA certainly lives up to its motto “Building Better Lives” – helping more than 30,000 families a year. Coordinators, Colleen Benson and Julie Fursey, have been volunteering and working with the association for 23 years.

Each week the busy Cinderella Dr centre provides a huge range of programs including: emergency relief for struggling local families; parenting support; counselling; life skills education; early intervention programs; broadband and Older Persons Action Program; and after school and school holiday activities.

LECNA introduced the No Interest Loans program more than 10 years ago to assist low income families purchase essential household items. It also provides access to the StepUP low interest loan program, which this year provided over half a million dollars’ worth of loans – the largest loan approval rate in Australia.

In Slacks Creek, KENG also has a long list of programs on offer, including a family support program, occasional childcare, parenting

courses, counselling, literacy programs, nutrition workshops, Transitional Supported Accommodation, Build a Secure Future for Adult Learners, Older Persons Action Program and a program called HIPPY where tutors visit homes to empower parents to be their children’s first teacher.

KENG manager Kim Wright said the group aspired to create an inclusive community centre that empowered people to reach their potential.

“Our centre acts as a focal point for the whole community promoting personal well-being

through access to information, resources and learning opportunities in response to the needs of our community,” she said.

“One of the highlights from the past year was the launch of our KENG Kids4Kindy program

which support families of Indigenous Australians and families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.”

Councillor Steve Swenson and Kids4Kindy coordinator Lari Stojcevska (back) discuss kindergarten options with Angie Bickle and her son Ethan.

Connecting people, building futures

Eileen Cowling playing cards with friends at Logan East

Community Neighbourhood Association.

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Are you prepared for bushfires?Those who have survived bushfires say it is terrifying: the pounding noise, the thick smoke, the intense heat.

Fires can happen anywhere in Logan City, whether you enjoy an urban lifestyle or a rural one.

If you live within a few kilometres of bushland, have trees and shrubs close to your house, or if your local area has a bushfire history, you, your family and home could be at risk.

We all have a responsibility to be prepared.

Being prepared means:

• Understanding your risk. Talk to your local Queensland Fire and Emergency Service officers or long-term residents of your suburb.

• Understanding fire danger ratings and what they mean to you. You should know the fire danger rating for any given day.

• Preparing a bushfire survival kit to use if you decide to stay during a bushfire and a relocation kit to use if you decide to leave early.

• Preparing and practicing a bushfire survival plan, with a contingency plan.

• Preparing your home.

• Tuning in and listening out for bushfire advice messages, bushfire ‘watch and act’ messages and bushfire emergency warnings. Seek out information if you have to – don’t assume you will receive a warning.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Service has produced a Bushfire Survival Plan booklet which contains important information to assist you with your preparations and responses to bushfires.

For further information, contact Logan City Council on 3412 3412, visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/getprepared, or www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au to view or download a copy of the Bushfire Survival Plan booklet.

Soccer competition unites indigenous and multicultural youthThree young teams have booted any misconceptions of a cultural divide in Logan City to show resilience, passion and strength at the recent finale of the city’s Indigenous and Multicultural Soccer Program.

After weeks of tough training, the players, aged between 12 and 17, put their new-found skills and abilities to the test in a friendly match at Meakin Park, Slacks Creek.

Deputy Mayor Russell Lutton said the Indigenous and Multicultural Soccer Program was a Logan: City of Choice initiative that aimed to bring people together.

“Sport is often a great unifier and it was great to see many young people out there being active and building relationships between cultures,” he said.

“This particular initiative, funded through the Queensland State Government’s Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing, has actively encouraged social cohesion and promoted cultural exchange between the program’s participants.

“The finale demonstrated the hard work that’s gone into this initiative and linked back to the positive results we’re seeing right across the city as part of the Logan: City of Choice Two Year Action Plan.”

Sport and Community Services Chairperson, Councillor Phil Pidgeon, said the program had been aimed at young Logan residents from Indigenous or multicultural backgrounds.

“Logan Metro FC took out the win by just one goal and all program participants earned themselves a subsidised membership to their local club, thanks to the State Government, so they can continue to play throughout the 2014 season,” he said.

Logan Metro FC defeated a combined team of Logan City Kings Football Club Inc. and Strikers 1-0.

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What to think about before a bushfire, or any other natural disaster or emergency:

• The safety of you and your family, including pets.• Your property’s ability to cope with a storm, fire or other

emergency or disaster. Is your property defendable without external assistance or should you leave early?

• Protecting irreplaceable valuables and important documents.

• Maintaining adequate levels of insurance.The Indigenous and Multicultural Soccer Program participants celebrate

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Free Environmental events and activities

Weed ManagementSaturday 26 July, 9.30am - 12.30pm Location: Priestdale Get a hands-on understanding of how to tackle weed management on your property. Bring weed samples from your property for identification.

Platypus Ponderings Sunday 17 August, 1pm - 3pm Location: Slacks CreekLearn about the elusive and mysterious platypus, including where they have been seen in Logan and how to spot them in the wild.

Guided Walk along Slacks CreekSaturday 30 August, 9am - 11am Location: Slacks Creek Learn about plants and animals on a relaxing and informative walk through Meakin Park along Slacks Creek.

bookINgS: Workshops and events are FREE. Workshops are suitable for adults unless noted. Bookings are essential and places are limited. Email environment@logan.qld.gov.au or phone 3412 4491.

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Are you looking for fun and affordable activities to do in the school holidays?

The Krank school holiday program is a low cost program for Logan residents aged 13 - 17 years that offers a broad range of activities.

The next program will run from 30 June to 11 July 2014. Bookings for activities open one week prior.

For more information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/krank

Friday 27 June, 7.30pmSaturday 28 June, 7.30pm

Price per person: Adult: $30 Concession: $28 Group 8+/Member: $25

Limelight bistro & bar open Bookings essential 07 3412 5006

Starring international TV actors Hannah Waterman (EastEnders) and Huw Higginson (The Bill), Love Letters has enveloped audiences with its story of an enduring bittersweet affair between two childhood friends. A finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this unique theatrical experience will astound, charm and move audiences.

LoveLetersby A. R. Gurney

Online Our online booking system offers you the ability to select your preferred seat online. Still a little unsure which is the best seat to select? Allow our automated system to select the next best available seat for your performance of choice.

Tickets will be posted out to you if booked at least five days prior to the event, otherwise they will be held for collection at Logan Entertainment Centre box office.

www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au

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Secure your tickets over the counter at Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central. box office hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm and one hour prior to performances.

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Division 4: Bahrs Scrub, Bannockburn, Belivah, Bethania, Buccan, Cedar Creek, Holmview, Jimboomba, Logan Village, Mount Warren Park, Mundoolun, Tamborine, Waterford, Windaroo, Wolffdene and Yarrabilba. Refer to map on page two for divisional boundaries. D

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The future health of the Windaroo Creek waterway is in good hands with the

Windaroo Valley State High School boys Group taking over stewardship of part of the catchment.

Deputy Principal Jason Hassard said the Boys Group, involving student leaders from Years 7 to 11, wanted to take ownership of the waterway after

A $2.2 million project to improve the water supply network for customers in Logan Village and surrounding areas has started.

Councillor Don Petersen said the upgrade would ensure good water quality for customers and meet peak demands in the growing area when it is completed in July, weather permitting.

Pipeline configurations at the Travis Rd reservoir are being upgraded and 930m of new 450mm diameter water pipelines is being constructed through to Camp Cable Rd. Works to upgrade existing water quality equipment at the reservoir and the installation of valves and flow meters in custom-built pits are also being carried out.

“We expect construction impacts to be minimal, however temporary water supply interruptions affecting some customers in Logan Village may be required when the new pipelines are connected to the existing water network,” Cr Petersen said.

“Temporary water supply interruptions may also be experienced at the public water filling station located on Camp Cable Rd from time to time during the project.

“Any planned water supply interruptions will be advised to affected customers and clearly signed at public filling stations at least 48 hours in advance.”

Learn more about the Logan Water Alliance, including an overview of current projects, at www.logan.qld.gov.au

Councillor Don Petersen discusses strategies for improving the health

of Windaroo Creek with Year 11 students (from left) Anthony, Josh,

Kurtis, Travis and Ruben .

Windaroo Creek health in good hands

picking up rubbish from along the creek as part of this year’s Schools Clean Up Day event.

“They chose Windaroo Creek, which runs along the school boundary. The group is developing a plan to improve the creek’s health and undertaking various assessments, starting with a regular rubbish audit,” he said.

“The boys want Windaroo Creek to

become an attraction in the Windaroo/Beenleigh area where families will come to spend their recreation time and also admire the environment.”

The school is partnering with Logan City Council and Healthy Waterways to develop a vision for the creek, involve other local community groups and coordinate weeding and tree planting days.

Councillor Don Petersen said the Windaroo Creek catchment had changed significantly over the past 100 years as land uses varied over time.

“It is fantastic to be working with the school students and supporting them with their plans to improve the environmental and recreational values of the creek,” he said.

“As part of their vision, the students will reach out to their community and encourage other local schools and neighbourhood groups to get involved with caring for the whole creek catchment.”

Improved water service on its way to Logan Village

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Logan City’s unofficial mascot Logi Bear has joined the royal household as a special memento for Prince George of Cambridge’s first visit to Australia.

Loganlea teenager Joshua Lang, 18, who has been giving gifts to premature babies at Logan Hospital since he was three and shares his birthday with the baby prince, gave the soft toy koala Logi Bear as a gift at the suggestion of Councillor Graham Able.

Joshua was one of the select few handpicked to attend a lunch

Three levels of government have joined together to provide $3 million worth of upgrades and an extension of the road between Curtisii Ct and Bardon Rd, Kingston.

The works, which will be carried out in three stages, form part of an ongoing upgrade to the popular transport strip and will assist in accommodating future industrial traffic needs in the Berrinba area.

Councillor Graham Able said the Third Ave extension was one of Logan’s major roads projects this year and would provide an alternate route for the increasing number of heavy vehicles currently using Bardon Rd.

reception with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in April.

Named Logan’s Young Person of the Year and Queensland’s Young Australian of the Year finalist in 2013, Joshua said he was honoured to join Queensland’s Premier and Governor, sporting heroes, celebrities and business leaders at the invitation-only reception for the Royal Highnesses.

“I was really surprised to receive an

invitation. I admire the Duke and Duchess for their work helping children and young people through their own Foundation,” he said.

“It was an amazing experience to be in a room with all these famous people and getting a chance to meet and speak with some of Queensland’s leaders.”

Joshua, who is a dedicated charity worker himself, has volunteered for MS Australia and McDonald’s McHappy Day, but is best known for his work delivering gifts to families of premature babies born at Logan Hospital’s Special Care Nursery.

Born 12 weeks early at Logan Hospital and given a 30 per cent chance of survival, the courageous battle Joshua and his family went through inspired him to give back to the hospital and the people who cared for him.

Although Joshua was not able to bring Logi Bear to the reception due to protocol, his sister Peta-Leah gave the gift to one of the royals’ assistants as they departed the venue. The assistant then passed Logi on to the Duchess of Cambridge who received it with a big smile.

Cr Able said Joshua was the perfect candidate to represent the people of Logan during the royal visit.

“I can see a bright future for Joshua and am sure he will become a future leader of our community,” he said.

Logan’s gift giver wins audience with the royals

Councillor Graham Able and Joshua Lang discuss the royal visit to

Queensland.

“The extension will direct traffic away from residential areas and help improve road safety throughout the surrounding area,” he said.

“Stage one started late last year and weather permitting, we’re expecting to see all three stages of works completed over the coming weeks.”

The Third Ave upgrade is a joint project, funded by Logan City Council, the Federal Government’s Roads to Recovery Program and the State Government Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme.

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bethania retirement and aged care resort, Jeta Gardens, is set to make Australian history with

the $600 million development of the Jeta Gardens’ master Plan – a 10-year vision for the first intergenerational facility of its kind in the country.

The Master Plan development includes additional retirement villas and apartments, serviced aged care facilities, a clubhouse, pharmacy and childcare facilities. A private hospital and international training college specialising in geriatrics, including student accommodation, will also be developed in partnership with a Queensland university.

Councillor Luke Smith said the development would be a major boost for the local economy and local jobs.

“Jeta Gardens will grow from currently housing 200 residents and 150 staff to 2,000 residents and 1,000 staff upon completion,” he said.

“While it currently injects about $10 million into the local economy every year, that’s set to rise to a massive $100 million.”

Cr Smith said the world-class Jeta Gardens development would complement plans to develop

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Logan Water Alliance is continuing to upgrade the sewerage network from Slacks Creek to Loganholme. Pipeline testing and connection works will be carried out in June at Riverland Dr and Constellation Park, Loganholme, and around Hanlon Park at Tanah Merah. Every effort will be made to minimise disruptions. Cr Smith thanked residents and businesses for their patience.

A farm-themed playground at Lake Breeze Park, Loganholme, has been completed, featuring Logan’s first climbing tractor as well as chicken springers, slide and a bird’s nest swing. A rubber soft-fall base and shade sails have been installed alongside additional seating to complement the existing picnic shelters overlooking the river.

Jeta Gardens Founder and Managing Director Choe Lam Tan and Councillor Luke Smith celebrate the start of a multi-million dollar development at the Bethania site.

Jeta Gardens celebrates $600 million Australian first

neighbouring Meadowbrook into a medical and educational hub.

“With Logan Hospital, which is currently being expanded, and Griffith University just down the road, and plans for future healthcare providers in train, the area will soon be home to some of the best medical practitioners and researchers in South-East Queensland.”

Jeta Gardens Founder and Managing Director Choe Lam Tan said the development had attracted the largest investment by a Malaysian company in an Australian property trust in Australia’s history.

“What we’re doing here, looking after people from almost every cultural background with our unique system of Ageing in Place, is trailblazing the way forward for retirement villages overseas, particularly in the Asia Pacific region,” he said.

“We’re developing a brand, born right here in Bethania, that will become to aged care what Hilton is to hotels.”

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Logan shutterbugs unearth hidden gems

Some of Logan’s best kept secrets have now been revealed thanks to the passion of local photographers.

The winners of the Logan Hidden Gems online photo competition showcased just some of the city’s natural beauty, active recreation and cultural pursuits and the people that make up the heart of the city.

The judges had a tough job with the competition attracting more than 1,000 entries from local residents, visitors, keen hobby snappers and professional photographers.

The People’s Choice Award received 874 votes, with Jaydon Cabe receiving the most votes for his photo titled BMX Bandits.

The winners shared in a prize pool of more than $5,000, including a Canon digital SLR camera, GoPro camera, Cable Ski Logan party for 10 people, five-hour Angel Eyes photo booth hire and a two-week exhibition in the Logan Art Gallery with an exclusive launch event. The People’s Choice Award winner also received $1,000 in a Bendigo Bank account.

The competition was made possible through generous sponsorship from Russ Daniels the Good Guys Browns Plains, Canon, Logan Country Community Bank® Branch Bendigo Bank, Angel Eyes Photo Booth, Logan Art Gallery, Cable Ski Logan and River 94.9FM.

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WINNER: Fun on the water for all ages at Cable Ski Logan. (Rosalind Dyer)

FINALIST: Mitchell Walker slides the rail at Logan Village Skate Park on a hot late afternoon. (Jaydon Cabe)

FINALIST: Spinning my son around in my Waterford backyard. (Simon Thomas)

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(Above) FINALIST: The reflection of colour: mural wall created by local artists. (Jody Johnstone)

BMX Bandits - Local riders at Beenleigh Skate and Freestyle BMX Parks. (Jaydon Cabe)

All the Logan Hidden Gems entries can be viewed by scanning the above qr code

with your smart phone.

Nature and Wildlife

WINNER: Early morning at Doug Larsen Park. (Brian Love)

FINALIST: A scene under the majestic fig tree at Mayes Cottage. (Rod Holmes)

FINALIST: Sylvia-Taylor.jpg: Tygum Lagoon

Waterford. (Sylvia Taylor)

Arts and CultureWINNER: Scott Johnson demonstrates impressive agility with a flying splits-kick during rehearsals for The Oneders musical show at Phoenix Ensemble community theatre in Beenleigh. (Warren Prasek)

(Left) FINALIST: Khmer Buddhist Temple, Marsden. (Simon Thomas)

People and PlacesWINNER: An evening at Tygum Lagoon. (Naomi Pellowe)

FINALIST: Hills Twilight Markets Jimboomba. (Amanda Laverty)

FINALIST: Our special place – home on the Logan River. A little piece of paradise in the city illustrated by a great shot my daughter took. (Karen Price)

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Logan locks in love for lionheartIt’s the modern-day fairytale that swept the nation – a delivery truck driver from Logan earning the chance to fight reigning champion Wladimir Klitschko for the undisputed world heavyweight title.

The 34-year-old husband and devoted father of six was the first Australian to challenge for world heavyweight title honours in more than 100 years. Whether Leapai won, lost or drew with his 2m-tall Ukrainian opponent, there was no doubt his story had already served as an inspiration for many, not just in Logan but throughout the country.

Hundreds flocked to clubs around the country to watch the broadcast from Germany, while a nervous Leapai family watched from their Slacks Creek home almost 16,150km away. The atmosphere was intense as both boxers fought for a chance at victory and while Leapai displayed the heart of a lion, Klitschko’s tactics meant Leapai was unable to get a firm grasp on the undefeated champion.

But Logan’s lionheart returned home a winner after achieving something very few have. He has almost single-handedly united a city and country and become a hero to all walks of life.

On 2 May, Alex Leapai was presented with the Key to Logan City. His strength, courage and commitment serves as a reminder to all that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible.

The first time Gary beitzel walked into Woody’s music Store at Logan Central Plaza he was not a customer. He wasn’t even a buyer. He was a music label representative, making a call in for Festival records.

But he knew immediately he wanted to be apart of the business.

So they did. 26 years later, times have changed and at the end of June, the owner/operator will close the doors for the last time.

“My wife and I owned another music store in town,” he said, recalling the day Woody’s was listed for sale.

“But we lived two streets down the road from here and we wanted to buy it as soon as it hit the market.”

News of the closure has shocked loyal customers, with some frequenting the store since its arrival. The public response on social networks, and even over the counter, has been saddening and encouraging at the same time.

Savage Garden frontman Darren Hayes still views Woody’s as one of the greatest record stores in the world.

Woody’s to close after decades of faithful service

The former Woody’s employee went on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide and credits his success to the Logan store.

“Music was my saviour throughout my childhood and Woody’s was the epicentre of my universe,” Darren said.

“It was a dream come true when I secured a part time job at the store and to this day, I still thank Gary and his family for my success.”

Gary said the feedback had been amazing and promised customers that it was not the end of the Woody’s legacy.

“Customers are sad that we’re leaving but we’re just happy to have been providing what we provided,” he said.

“We’ve loved owning this store and while we’re sad to see it go, we’re happy to be moving forward.

“We know we will continue to operate and to provide what we always have, just in a different way. We will be returning to this centre, to this area, and to the people who helped us get here.”

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Please recycle:

What are you putting into your Recycling Bin?

Rethinking Waste in Logan

More information available on the Council website:

www.logan.qld.gov.au

Please do not recycle:

Steel and aluminium cans,

also empty aerosols

Glass bottles and jars (no lids

please)

Paper materials, including

cardboard, brochures and

magazines

Rigid plastic containers and

bottles

Do not place plastic bags in the Recycling Bin

Food scraps and garden waste

Non-recyclable glass

Polystyrene foam

Plastic bags, wrap and packets

More information available on the Council website:

www.logan.qld.gov.auMore information about recycling is available on the Council website:

www.logan.qld.gov.au

No loose plastic bags

No recyclables tied-up in plastic bags

Sunday 8 June 201410 am–3 pm

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FREE

Tuesday 29 July 2014 | 9.30am – 3pmLogan Metro Indoor Sports Centre, 357 Browns Plains Road, Crestmead

For more information, visit logan.qld.gov.au or contact Council on 3412 3412

This one day event will cater for up to 50 exhibitors from the following sectors:• Retail• Hospitality

Logan Youth Jobs & Career Expo

• Police• Manufacturing/ Construction

• Education• Defence

• Health care