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Welcome to this fortnight's edition of Connecting our Community!
This edition starts with a heartwarming story about a Logan boy named Michael whose footprints in concrete were preserved and returned to his mum, keeping his memory alive decades after his passing. You will also find exciting opportunities such as the OzHarvest NEST program and the 2024 City of Logan Sports Awards, plus a variety of community events and programs like scam awareness, free breast screening and insurance forums for those impacted by last year's storms. Read on to stay connected and stay informed!
This fortnightly e-newsletter provides you an opportunity to share stories, programs, opportunities, events and resources with the wider Logan community. Please submit through our website here.
Community Stories
Son’s footprint arrives home
Decades ago, a cheeky 12-year-old boy named Michael left his footprint and initials in a wet concrete footpath along Cinderella Drive. Although his mum Marion disapproved, he unknowingly created something that would keep his memory alive as he passed away later that year.
When the Road Infrastructure Delivery (RID) team and BMD contractors heard about Michael's story, they carved out the slab containing his footprints and delivered it to his mum.
Opportunities
2024 City of Logan Sports Awards - Nominations Open!
The City of Logan Sports Awards pay tribute to our city’s elite athletes, inspiration sportspeople, organisations, and events. The awards recognise home-grown sporting icons whose accomplishments have seen them reach the highest level in their chosen sport.
Nominations are open from Wednesday 7 August 2024 to Wednesday 4 September 2024 across 10 categories. Visit the website to apply now!
Contact: The Logan City Council Events Team by email: sportsawards@logan.qld.gov.au
Webinar series - National Child Protection Week 1-7 September
For over 30 years, NAPCAN (National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect) has been running the annual National Child Protection Week campaign, and each year they create a webinar series to support the campaign.
In 2024 the message that ‘Every child in every community needs a fair go’ will be complemented with the theme 'Every conversation matters'.
Register today to take part in meaningful conversations about creating safer futures for young people.
OzHarvest Logan NEST Program Expressions of Interest wanted!
OzHarvest are on the lookout for potential and suitable agencies in Logan to host a NEST program.
NEST (Nutrition Education Skills Training) is a free 6-week public health program which aims to improve nutrition, food literacy and cooking skills.
The program is run in many settings, including schools, community hubs/centres, playgroups, and churches. If you are interested in hosting, please fill out the Expression of Interest form found on the website linked below and OzHarvest will be in touch!
Community Events
Scam Awareness
Are you up to date with the latest scams? Anyone can fall victim to a scam, so join Amputees Qld and Emily Gould from Seniors Enquiry Line to find out more about scams and how to keep yourself safe online.
Scam Awareness is a Healthy Ageing Hub event, providing healthy-ageing information and support for older people (50 years and older), their families and carers in our community.
Open to all of community. Bookings preferred but not essential.
When: Wednesday, 4 September 10am
Where: Ben Matthews Playground Community Centre 47-55 Ellen Street, Logan Central
Contact: Lynda on 3290 4293 or email admin@afsg.org.au
Cost: FREE
Coffee Connect - Womens Wellbeing Workshop
Join Impact Care Services for their Jean Hailes Women's Health Week event. Guest speaker Saalihah Seedat (Consultant Clinical Pharmacist & My Health for Life facilitator/coach) will be delivering a special presentation which is tailored for the women in our community focused on stress management.
This event provides a supportive space to connect with other women, share experiences, and gain valuable insights to lead a healthier, more balanced life.
Refreshments will be provided.
When: Thursday 5 September 12:00 pm
to 2:00pm
Where: Impact Care Services, 3357 Pacific Highway, Slacks Creek
Contact: Register using the link below or phone 3208 8855
Cost: $5 (includes first cup of Barista Coffee)
Community Connect Expo – Mabel Park State High School
This upcoming Community Connect Expo event is designed to strengthen the bond between community organisations and school families.
Families can meet representatives from organisations, learn about their services, and how they can support them and their child's educational experience.
This event is open to everyone in the wider Logan community so please save the date and come for a free sausage! Enjoy an afternoon filled with activities, informational booths, and opportunities to connect with local resources.
Please note, if you are a community service in the local area and would like to be involved, please contact Mabel Park State High School today to confirm your spot!
When: Tuesday 10 September 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Where: Student Centre, Mabel Park State High School, 72-116 Paradise Rd, Slacks Creek
Contact: 3489 2333 or email admin@mabelparkshs.eq.edu.au
Cost: FREE
Wound Management
As you age your skin becomes more fragile. Join Michelle Gibb, Nurse Practitioner from Wound Specialists to find out how to look after your skin and the important benefits of wound management, where to get help and how vital it is for recovery to look after any injuries big or small.
Wound Management is a Healthy Ageing Hub event, supporting improved health outcomes for older people.
Open to all of community. Bookings preferred but not essential.
When: Friday 18 September 10:00 am
Where: Ben Matthews Playground Community Centre 47-55 Ellen Street, Logan Central
Contact: Lynda on 3290 4293 or email admin@afsg.org.au
Cost: FREE
Community Programs
Free Breast Screening at Jimboomba
The BreastScreen Queensland mobile will be in Jimboomba and is offering free breast cancer screening to eligible clients. Women are eligible from age 40 with those aged 50 – 74 strongly encouraged to attend, as this is the age where the evidence of screening is strongest.
Permanent clinics are also available at Burleigh Waters, Helensvale, Robina and Southport. Find your nearest location and book now by calling or clicking the button below:
When: 9 September to 21 October 2024
Where: Rotary Park, corner of Cusack Lane and Johanna St, Jimboomba
Contact: 13 20 50
Cost: FREE
Were you impacted by the SEQ Christmas and New Year storms?
The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) and insurers will be in Jimboomba and other Gold Coast locations in September to assist flood-impacted communities with their insurance claims.
Representatives from the ICA and insurers will be available for face-to-face consultations to provide customers with the opportunity to discuss the progress of their claim, and to work through any outstanding issues with their insurer.
Bookings are recommended.
When: Thursday 12 September 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Where: Jimboomba Community and District Hall, corner of Johanna St and Honora St, Jimboomba
Cost: FREE
Gym + Movember Consultation Workshop
Join us for a free Gym session AND have your voice heard on issues affecting young men's mental health.
Designed for young men aged 12 to 21, you’ll receive expert instructions through a guided group gym session and participate in a consultation workshop where you can share your insights into men’s mental health to help Movember’s impact.
This workshop is free to attend, but registration is essential due to limited spots. Grab your mates and book today!
When: Saturday 14 September, 7:30 am to 10:30 am
Where: LSKD HQ, 46 Burchill St, Loganholme
Contact: for more information, contact group@ase.edu.au
Cost: FREE
External Funding Opportunities
Applications are now open for Round 2 of the NAB Foundation’s Community Grants Program.
The Community Grants program focuses on local projects that help communities withstand and recover from natural disasters. Grants are up to $25,000 and can be used for the following initiatives:
- Training and planning
- Community recovery
- Environment and wildlife
- Equipment and infrastructure
Applications close: 30 September 2024
Applications are now open for the Bupa Foundation Community Grants.
Community organisations have the opportunity to share in a total of $520,000 in grants, aimed at supporting programs that contribute positively to mentally healthy and sustainable societies. Funding of up to $10,000 is available for initiatives that align to one or more of the Bupa Foundation’s focus areas:
- Healthy minds - building mentally healthy and resilient communities
- Healthy planet, healthy people - supporting a healthy planet for healthy people
Applications close: 5pm Friday 6 September 2024
Applications are now open for the Queensland Government Fair Play Vouchers.
When a round is open, parents, carers or guardians can apply for a voucher valued up to $200 for their child, which can be used towards sport and active recreation membership, registration or participation fees with a registered activity provider. There is a limit of 1 voucher per child per financial year.
Applications close: 30 May 2025 (or earlier if fully allocated)
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