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Welcome to the first Connecting our Community edition of 2025!
Happy New Year to our incredible Logan community! We hope this year brings you joy, prosperity, and countless opportunities to connect and grow together.
This fortnightly e-newsletter provides you with an opportunity to share stories, programs, opportunities, events, and resources with the wider Logan community. Whether it's a local event, a community initiative, or a special achievement in your organisation, we want to hear from you. Please submit content for our next edition using the simple online submission form.
Community Stories
New Logan youth hub opens: Empowering the next generation!
The new Wilbur Street Youth Centre in Logan has opened, offering young people a space for workshops and activities like music production, barista training, cultural dance, and more. The centre is located next to the Logan Central Library, at 22 Wilbur Street, Logan Central.
Operated by Rekon Youth Foundation, the centre aims to empower youth through pathways to employment and education, promoting teamwork and celebrating diversity.
The $5.04 million centre is co-funded by the Australian Government, Queensland Government, and Logan City Council.
Community Events
Grand Gazebo Opening Night at the Beenleigh Community Garden
The Beenleigh Neighbourhood Centre invites you to celebrate the official opening of the Beenleigh Community Garden Gazebo Square. The evening will showcase the new social area of the BCG and will include a special thank you to everyone involved in creating our beautiful new garden space in the heart of Beenleigh's town centre.
Enjoy alfresco dining, be serenaded by local musicians, and savour the offerings of pizza, snags, and veggie kebabs on the BBQ while relaxing by the gardens.
Where: The Beenleigh Neighbourhood Centre, 10-12 James St, Beenleigh
When: Saturday 22 February, 5pm to 8pm
Contact: Email Sonya Chindamo sonya@beenleigh.org.au
Cost: FREE
Community Programs
Discover new skills and friendships at Murrigunyah's women's group
Murrigunyah Family & Cultural Healing Centre offers a variety of workshops and events aimed at supporting the social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and families.
Join us for our Women's Group! It's a great opportunity to have a yarn, learn new skills, and enjoy a delicious lunch. All women are welcome!
When: Every Thursday, 11am to 2pm
Where: Murrigunyah Family & Culture Healing Centre, 2 Burrigan St, Woodridge
Contact: Please RSVP 3290 4254
Cost: FREE
Opportunities
Calling all Logan youth: share your story at the QFCC Youth Summit!
Are you, or do you know, a young person in Logan with a story to tell?
The QFCC Youth Summit 2025 is looking for speakers aged 25 and under to share their experiences and ideas for improving the lives of children and young people.
Submit your written or video application and be a voice for positive change in our community. Your perspective can help shape a brighter future for everyone!
Submissions close: 24 January 2025
Have your say and help shape the Logan Arts scene 🎨
Council would like to hear your preferences when engaging with the arts in Logan, whether it's literature, theatre, music, dance, visual arts, or design. This will enable us to draft a Logan Arts Audience Development and Engagement Plan that better caters to our community priorities.
Please take a moment to complete the short survey linked below and share what makes your heart sing. It only takes 5 minutes!
Survey closes: 20 January 2025
Community Event Funding available for Neighbour Day 2025 initiatives
Neighbour Day is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time to start planning your special Neighbour Day event to bring together people next door, across the street, and in your local community!
Logan City Council is proud to support initiatives that strengthen our community. Our Small Events Grants are available to organisations planning a Neighbour Day event, with up to $5,000 in funding. For more information on eligibility criteria and to apply, click below.
Applications for the next round close: 31 January 2025
Nominations for the Queensland Volunteering Awards are now open!
The Queensland Volunteering Awards celebrate the incredible impact of volunteers across the state. These awards highlight individuals and organisations that embody the spirit of mateship and community.
Nominations are now open for various categories, including Volunteer of the Year and Youth Volunteer of the Year.
Do you know a volunteer who has made a significant difference to your organisation or community? Nominate them today!
Nominations close: 3 April 2025
Childhood Summit 2025 in Logan - Save the Date!
The bi-annual Childhood Summit, hosted by the Australian Institute of Play, is returning to Logan on October 24-25, 2025.
This inspiring event will bring together children, thought leaders, gatekeepers, key influencers, and practitioners to discuss and promote the well-being of children. The theme for 2025 is "Through Their Eyes," focusing on the voices and perspectives of children.
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details in the coming months!
Funding Opportunities
Applications are now open for the Youth Empowerment Program, administered by the Australian Government.
The Program is offering $28.377 million in funding for organisations supporting youth aged 10 to 17 who are at risk of engaging in criminal or anti-social behaviour. The program aims to provide alternative pathways, reduce recidivism, and help young people develop life skills. Eligible applicants include incorporated associations and not-for-profit organisations.
Applications close: 28 January 2025
Applications are now open for the Employer Incentive Payment under the Back to Work program, offering up to $15,000 to employers who hire eligible unemployed Queenslanders.
This initiative supports businesses in employing individuals who face disadvantages in the labour market. Payments are made over three instalments and must be claimed within strict timeframes. Applications are open year-round, and all employers, except government entities, are eligible to apply.
Applications: are open all year round
Applications are now open for Round 2 of the RACQ Foundation Community Grant Program.
Through its Community Grants program, RACQ Foundation gives community groups, charities, sporting clubs and First Nations Councils the opportunity to rebuild after natural disasters and to prepare for the future with resilience-based projects.
Applications close: 30 January 2025
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