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
Work is now underway on a major new housing community designed specifically for older Australians in Logan Reserve. Construction recently began on a large over-50s residential development by AVID Property Group, following demand for age-friendly living options in the region. The new community is expected to deliver 376 purpose-built homes tailored to the needsContinue 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
Beaudesert is set to benefit from a growing push to promote the Scenic Rim as a leading destination for nature-based tourism, food experiences and short escapes. Local councils and tourism bodies are continuing to invest in walking trails, farm-gate experiences and regional events designed to attract visitors while supporting localContinue 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
Scam awareness is becoming an increasingly important issue for older residents across Logan, Redlands and the Scenic Rim, as reports of phone, text and online scams continue to rise. Community organisations and police say seniors are often targeted due to increased digital use for banking, shopping and communication. Common scamsContinue 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
A friendly but fierce rivalry has emerged across South East Queensland, with Logan, Ipswich and Redland all vying to host a special $10, all-ages concert by Australian pop star Tones and I. The singer sparked the “mayoral showdown” on social media, announcing she would perform a one-off show with a fullContinue Reading
Beaudesert State High School has made history by becoming the first school in Queensland to launch a Beyond the Broncos boys program, unveiled during the school’s NAIDOC Week celebrations in July. The school has run the successful Beyond the Broncos girls program since 2022, with 17 young women graduating so farContinue Reading