A major new bioenergy initiative in the Scenic Rim is set to turn farm and processing waste into renewable power, marking a significant boost for sustainable agriculture and local industry. Vegetable producer Kalfresh Vegetables has begun construction on a commercial bioenergy facility at Kalbar as part of the broader Scenic Rim Agricultural Industrial Precinct,Continue Reading
The Scenic Rim is gearing up for a vibrant celebration of nature and community, with the much‑loved Kalbar Sunflower Festival returning from 1 – 3 May 2026. Held in the country town of Kalbar, the annual event transforms several hectares of farmland into a golden sea of more than one million sunflowers, set against the region’sContinue Reading
The long-awaited reopening of the newly upgraded Beenleigh Aquatic Centre has been delayed, much to the disappointment of families, fitness lovers and local swim clubs across the Logan-Beenleigh area. Originally scheduled to welcome the community with a grand launch this month, recent weather interruptions have forced Logan City Council to postpone theContinue Reading
Police have charged a 22-year-old Beenleigh man with multiple offences following the fatal shooting of a 35-year-old man in Hugh Muntz Park late one evening in December. Emergency services were called to the Logan park around 10:40 pm, where the victim was found with a gunshot wound and later died at theContinue Reading
A major health and wellbeing program supported by up to $3 million in funding is being rolled out across Logan to help local children and families live healthier lives. The FEEL GOOD FUTURES Logan initiative — the first of its kind in Australia — aims to improve access to nutritious food, increase physical activity and buildContinue Reading
Demolition has commenced at the former Logan PCYC site in Logan Central, marking a key step in the development of the new Logan Indoor Sports Centre, a landmark project tied to the upcoming 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games. The works clear the site for one of South East Queensland’s largest multi-purpose indoor arenas, designed with nineContinue Reading
Local seniors across Logan, Beenleigh and Beaudesert are being reminded to check their eligibility for Queensland’s electricity rebates as cost-of-living pressures continue to impact households. The Queensland Government Electricity Rebate provides ongoing support to eligible pensioners and seniors holding a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card. The rebate is automatically applied to electricity bills for mostContinue Reading
There’s something magical about waking up to nothing but ocean in every direction. Our seven-night South Pacific cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas to Mystery Island and Nouméa was the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation and family-friendly fun. From the moment we stepped onboard, the ship itself felt like a floatingContinue Reading
Community leaders have come together in Logan to launch an Australian-first health and wellbeing initiative aimed at improving quality of life in the region. The new program, valued at up to $3 million, is part of the “Feel Good Futures”partnership and will focus on supporting local families with better access to healthy food, physicalContinue Reading
British pop star Ed Sheeran delivered a surprise moment for fans during the opening night of his Brisbane shows, performing an impromptu gender reveal live on stage. The special moment took place on Friday, 20 February 2026, at Suncorp Stadium, as part of the first of three sold-out concerts. Midway through the show,Continue Reading