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Ready, Set, Discover!
We're back for another round of the Great Southern Bioblitz! For the last six years, Logan has joined regions across the Southern Hemisphere in this global nature challenge - and we’re ready to go again!
In 2024, 58 people explored our local environment and made 430 observations, recording an impressive 290 different species. This year, let’s go bigger and even more biodiverse!
Between 24–27 October, head outdoors and help us create a living snapshot of Logan’s incredible natural world.
Getting involved is easy:
🚶 Explore your backyard, local park or one of Logan's natural areas
🤳 Snap a photo of any wild plant or animal
📲 Upload it to iNaturalist with the location
Want to level up your Bioblitz experience? Join one of our guided adventures:
🔦 Park after Dark: Spotlighting at Greenwood Lakes
⌚7.00-9.00pm, Friday 24 October
🔍 Bushland Biodiversity Walk at Flesser Reserve
⌚8.30-10.00am, Sunday 26 October
FEATURED NEWS
Fly into fun at Batty Halloween
Celebrate International Bat Week with some bat-tastic family fun at Batty Halloween in the Park!
‘Fly on down’ to Noyer Park on Saturday 25 October to discover our amazing night-time pollinators with Bats QLD. Meet a flying-fox, enjoy crafty bat-tivities and watch them take flight at sunset - plus grab a free sausage sizzle. It’s a fang-tastic way for all ages to dress up and enjoy Halloween thrills!
Eyes on the sky for annual bird count
Connect with nature and discover the birds around you during the Aussie Bird Count, running from 20 - 26 October.
Spend just 20 minutes in your backyard, local park, or favourite outdoor spot counting birds. Download the free BirdLife Australia app and help track Australia’s feathered friends - every count makes a difference!
Be part of the new Engagement Plan
Logan is one of Australia’s fastest growing and most culturally diverse cities. As our community evolves, so must the way we connect.
With the current strategy ending, Council is creating a new Community Engagement Strategic Plan - and your voice matters. Share your ideas and help guide inclusive decision-making for Logan. Feedback closes on Friday 10 October.
ECO LOGAN EVENTS
Keep an eye out for a range of nature workshops and experiences that will build your environmental knowledge and deepen connections with Logan's natural environment. Discover more events on the Eco Logan calendar.
Park after Dark: Spotlighting - 24 October
Explore Logan’s natural environment in a whole new light. Join us for a guided night-time adventure and discover the fascinating flora and fauna that comes alive after dark.
Bookings required.
Bushland Biodiversity Walk - 26 October
Join us for a springtime adventure that blends nature exploration with the excitement of citizen science! Wander Logan’s bushland trails with experts on a biodiversity hunt for local flora and fauna.
Bookings required.
Recall and Leave It Training - 1 November
Get your fur baby wildlife certified at this free, hands-on training session at Mundoolun. Local trainers will help you and your dog learn the skills of recall and leave it.
Bookings required.
Wildlife Friendly Backyards - 1 November
Whether you have a bush block with lots of trees, an urban backyard with shrubs and a pool or even a balcony with visiting birds, this event will help you create wildlife-friendly spaces on your property.
Bookings required.
GROW ME INSTEAD
Help protect local native ecosystems by removing weeds from your backyard and replacing them with native plants. To learn more about weeds check out Weeds of Logan.
#LoganWildlife
Celebrate Logan's diverse native wildlife and contribute to research by submitting your wildlife sightings. Each month we'll feature a photo.
Australian (southern) boobook
Ninox boobook
Conservation Status Least concern
Suburb Kingston
Fun Fact! One of only three migratory parrot species worldwide. They breed in Tasmania and head north when the weather cools.
Image submitted by bim186 via iNaturalist
LEARNING THE YUGAMBEH LANGUAGE
The Yugambeh language is one of the local languages used within the City of Logan. Each month we will share a new word that you can learn. For a full list of words download the Yugambeh dictionary.
Owl (Morepork) = Kumgunn
ONE SMALL CHANGE, ONE BIG IMPACT
Discover simple, everyday changes that can make a positive impact on our environment.
Ready to learn to grow your own food, for FREE?
Council has partnered with Grow It Local to help you start your gardening journey – at no cost!
As a new member, you’ll receive:
• Free heirloom seeds* delivered to your door
• Video tutorials and expert guidance
• Gardening guides from legends
• Live online workshops
• Community connection
*Free seeds offer is only available until 21 October 2025 or when fully redeemed.
FREE TREES
Property owners in Logan can take advantage of our Free Trees program. Bring a copy of your current rates notice to one of the collection locations and choose from a wide range of plants. Each financial year you can take 3 plants home for your garden.
11 October, 9.00am to 12.00pm: Eagleby Wetlands
8 November, 9.00am to 12.00pm: Munruben Depot
KERBSIDE CLEAN-UP
Kerbside clean-up helps residents dispose of large household items. Place your items out on the kerbside the weekend before your scheduled collection.
6 October 2025 to 17 October 2025
Slacks Creek, Meadowbrook
27 October 2025 to 7 November 2025
Heritage Park, Crestmead
10 November 2025 to 21 November 2025
Browns Plains, Regents Park
Logan City Council
Health, Climate and Conservation
environment@logan.qld.gov.au
Ph: 07 3412 4491
Logan City Council acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waterways across the City of Logan. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.