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Welcome to this fortnight's edition of Connecting our Community!
Hello 2026! A new year brings fresh opportunities to connect, collaborate and celebrate the amazing work happening across the City of Logan. We hope this newsletter continues to be a valuable space for sharing resources and highlighting the fantastic initiatives in our community. We encourage you to explore what’s on offer, get involved and make the most of what’s available in Logan.
Don’t forget, you can share your organisation’s news, events or programs with us anytime via our online form - we’re always keen to highlight local stories!
Community Stories
There's still time to nominate someone making a difference!
Nominations for the City of Logan People’s Excellence Awards have been extended!
This extension gives you a little more time to recognise individuals, groups, clubs and organisations whose dedication and impact have shaped our community.
Nominations now close: 11.59pm, Sunday 18 January 2026.
If you haven’t submitted your nomination yet - now’s the time! For more information or to recognise someone incredible, please visit the link below 👇
Opportunities and Resources
Become a Local Engagement Officer this new year
Are you connected to your community and have experience managing a team?
The 2026 Census is an opportunity for you to support your community and earn extra income.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics is hiring Local Engagement Officers to support a diverse range of people and communities to complete their Census form.
From building relationships to answering questions at information sessions, it’s an opportunity to make sure key population groups are accurately represented in the Census.
Your view - Community photography exhibition
Logan Art Gallery invites residents of the City of Logan to submit an artistic or creative photograph that depicts their interpretation of life in the city.
SHOW US YOUR VIEW OF LOGAN: Capture life in the city through your lens - any camera, even your phone - and share your creative interpretation.
Selected photos will be displayed at Logan Art Gallery from 4 March to 2 April 2026. Up to 3 photos are welcome from Logan residents and it is free to enter. Photo submissions close Saturday 7 February 2026
Contact: email any questions to Logan Art Gallery at artgallery@logan.qld.gov.au
Photo credit: Margaret Kemmery, Watch me, 2018.
Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements and the role of Qld Health
Join an engaging session on how communities can unite to cope with trauma and build resilience after disasters.
Featuring a keynote presentation from an emergency management expert, this interactive panel will share practical strategies for psychosocial support, stress management and fostering emotional well-being.
Ideal for healthcare providers, emergency responders, community leaders, volunteers and anyone passionate about disaster recovery and support.
When: Tuesday 27 January, 10am to 12:30pm
Where: Logan Central Community Health Centre, 51 Wembley Rd, Logan Central
Contact: For more information, email MSAMHS-PostDisaster-Recovery@health.qld.gov.au or call 07 3089 4156
Cost: FREE
Volunteering Queensland - Designing roles workshop
Offered as part of Volunteering Queensland's Volunteer Management Essentials series, this online workshop will support you to design relevant and interesting roles for volunteers which contribute to your organisation’s purpose, goals and objectives.
Learn why role design matters, explore different types of volunteer roles and discover what to include in a position description. Gain practical tips to recruit and retain the right volunteers for success.
When: Wednesday January 28, 9am to 10am
Where: Online
Cost: $39 non-members or FREE for VQ members
Introduction to harm reduction in homelessness settings
Q Shelter, in partnership with QuIHN, is offering a free online training session introducing the core ideas of harm reduction and how they can be applied to practical, everyday work in homelessness and housing.
Learn the basics of common drugs and their effects, key principles of harm reduction, strategies for supporting recovery and how to respond when someone doesn’t want to stop using.
This is a chance to learn from people who do this work every day and to build confidence in responding safely, respectfully and effectively when substance use is part of the picture.
When: Tuesday 10 February, 10am to
11:30am
Where: Online via Zoom
Contact: Please contact the Q Shelter Events Team on events@qshelter.asn.au if you are experiencing any barriers for registering.
Cost: FREE
Community Events
Build your own pollinator pod
Go native in your garden!
Join this fun, hands-on workshop and learn how to create an insect hotel to attract pollinators and boost biodiversity in your backyard. Bookings are essential.
This activity is funded by the Logan City Council’s Active and Healthy Program.
When: Saturday 17 January, 11am to 1pm
Where: Yarrabilba Community Garden, Darlington Dr, Yarrabilba
Contact: for more information, call Sameer on 0420 580 031 or email info@workeco.com.au
Cost: $5
Play Pickleball for Free!
Celebrate the new Thursday morning social pickleball sessions at Cornubia Park Sports Centre!
Enjoy two hours of fun on indoor courts with plenty of parking. All skill levels are welcome and there’s even an allocated court for higher-level players if needed. Bring your paddle (limited paddles available), wear comfy clothes and shoes and don’t forget your water bottle!
When: Thursday 29 January, 8:30am to 10:30am
Where: Cornubia Park Sports Centre, 146 Bryants Rd, Shailer Park
Contact: for more information, email Janice at pickle.tings@outlook.com
Cost: FREE
Nature Smartphone Photography: bushwalking with a difference!
Take pictures at photo points along an easy walking trail at beautiful Plunkett Conservation Park, Yarrabilba.
All you need is your smartphone, enclosed footwear, a hat, water bottle and ideally long pants and long-sleeved shirt. Suitable for people of all ages who have the ability to walk bushwalking trails. Under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings are essential.
This activity is funded by the Logan City Council’s Active and Healthy Program.
When: Sunday 1 February, 8am to 10am
Where: Plunkett Conservation Park, Neumann Dr, Yarrabilba
Contact: for more information, call Sameer on 0420 580 031 or email info@workeco.com.au
Cost: FREE
Nutrition for perimenopause & menopause workshop
Join Renee Bailey for an empowering, evidence-based workshop on nutrition during perimenopause and menopause.
Discover what’s happening hormonally, explore common symptoms and learn practical strategies to support energy, mood, metabolism and bone health. The session concludes with 15 minutes of breathwork and meditation, led by Jyoti from Bodhi Bloom | Yoga, leaving you with simple, everyday tips to boost long-term wellbeing.
When: Saturday 7 February, 12pm to
2pm
Where: Speedfit Springwood, Unit 3, 1/3 Pannikin St, Rochedale South
Contact: for more information, email sm.springwood@speedfit.com.au or call 0482 096 499
Cost: $20pp - a portion of proceeds will be donated to support Life Ed Qld
Funding Opportunities
Applications are now open for the Queensland Mental Health Commission’s Tertiary Transformation Grants.
Grants of up to $250,000 are available to support innovative projects in Queensland’s tertiary sector, focusing on suicide prevention, alcohol and other drugs (AOD) workforce capability and reducing stigma.
Eligible activities include evidence-based training, resources, and support for students and staff.
Applications close: 12pm AEST, Friday 6 February 2026.
Applications are now open for the Queensland Mental Health Commission’s Men and Boys Suicide Prevention Grants.
Grants of $300,000 to $600,000 are available for initiatives that strengthen suicide prevention support, reduce risk factors and build community-led partnerships for men and boys in Queensland.
Applicants are invited to attend an online briefing session on Friday 23 January, 10am to 11am.
Applications close: 2pm AEST, Friday 6 February 2026.
Applications are now open for Round 4 of Logan City Council’s Community Project Grants.
This round supports youth projects that respond to community priorities and foster long-term outcomes. Project ideas can be found by visiting Community Project Grants. Projects must start after outcomes are advised (25 May 2026).
Organisations working in partnership are encouraged to apply for funding up to $10,000.
Applications close: Sunday 22 March 2026.
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