Seniors across the South East region are being supported through a wide range of community programs designed to keep them active, connected, and engaged.In the City of Logan, older residents can take part in a variety of activities that promote wellbeing and sociability, including social groups like Forever Young and Crestmead 40+ that meet weeklyContinue Reading
The World Health Organization has confirmed that the risk of wider spread from two recent Nipah virus cases in India’s West Bengal is currently considered low. Health authorities have increased surveillance and monitoring in the affected area, with no evidence so far of broader community transmission. Nipah virus is aContinue Reading
Two local Logan City Council staff members have been recognised with a prestigious national resuscitation award for their life-saving actions. Aaron Sprigg and Mary Joy were honoured with the Australian Resuscitation Club Medalafter they helped save a man who went into cardiac arrest at the Mount Warren Sports and Fitness Centre last year. Their quickContinue Reading
Queensland Health has expanded its free flu vaccination program in response to a significant rise in influenza cases across the state this season, which has already seen a 17 per cent increase in reported infections compared with last year. Health authorities are rolling out a needle-free nasal spray flu vaccine for children aged twoContinue Reading
Rising cost of living pressures are continuing to affect the health and wellbeing of households across Logan, Redlands and the Scenic Rim, with many residents feeling increased stress as they juggle everyday expenses. Community organisations report growing demand for support services, particularly around food relief, budgeting assistance and mental healthContinue Reading
The severe heatwave that gripped south-eastern Australia in early January was made five times more likely due to human-caused climate change, according to new analysis by international research group World Weather Attribution. The multi-day heatwave, the most intense in the region since the Black Summer fires of 2019–20, saw temperatures soarContinue Reading
For older residents in Beaudesert and the Scenic Rim, staying socially connected is a vital part of healthy, happy ageing — and the local community is stepping up in meaningful ways. The Beaudesert Senior Citizens group continues to be a cornerstone of senior life in the area, offering regular social gatherings, activitiesContinue Reading
One of the quiet strengths of our local community is access to free outdoor spaces designed to support health and wellbeing. Across the Redlands Coast, residents are making the most of coastal walking tracks, parklands and outdoor fitness equipment to stay active and connected. Popular foreshore paths at Cleveland Point and Victoria Point are seeing regularContinue Reading