Was a great opportunity to represent Marsden:

Discussion On Community Safety

Published: 19 May 2015

Community safety
Strengthening Neighbourhood Watch Groups and increasing Police Liaison Officer numbers in Logan were among topics discussed when the Logan: City of Choice Leadership Team invited local community safety leaders to its meeting on 1 May 2015.

The round-table discussion was the second in a new series of meetings between the Leadership Team and community leaders from a range of sectors in Logan City.

Represented at the meeting were Neighbourhood Watch Groups Logan Central 5, Woodlands, Marsden and Kingston. Logan-Beaudesert Crime Stoppers also attended, along with a representative from the Queensland Police Service (QPS) Logan District.

Guests were invited to speak about emerging issues within the community safety sector, and a recurring theme for Neighbourhood Watch Groups was the challenge of attracting new members, especially those from younger generations.

The Leadership Team agreed that more support and resources were necessary for these groups to help them better connect with their communities of interest. The need to strengthen Neighbourhood Watch Groups will be incorporated into the new Safety Plan currently being developed by Logan City Council.

Also during the meeting, the QPS representative confirmed that a new Police Liaison Officer had been appointed to the Logan Police District. The new officer is of Samoan heritage. Logan Police are looking to also appoint an Islamic Police Liaison Officer.

Logan: City of Choice Safety Portfolio Leader, Councillor Russell Lutton, said the meeting provided an opportunity for community safety leaders to receive an update on the safety initiatives being delivered through the City of Choice Two-Year Action Plan.

"It was also invaluable for the Leadership Team to speak directly with some of the tireless volunteers working to help keep our community safe, and to also hear directly from the Queensland Police Service," Cr Lutton said.

Meet your Crime Stoppers representatives
Logan-Beaudesert Crime Stoppers is hosting a fundraiser barbecue on Saturday 30 May at Browns Plains Bunnings. It's a chance for locals to support Crime Stoppers and find out how easy it is to anonymously report criminal activity and make our community safer.

Keep updated:

http://communityservices.cmail20.com/…/3BC7D9B507C5C147C5EC…

Logan: City of Choice update: May 2015

You can now keep even more up-to-date on what's happening with Logan: City of Choice through our new facebook page. Here you'll find photos and updates about key projects and milestone events,...

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ANNOUNCING DREAMWORLD'S NEWEST WORLD FOR KIDS!

ABC Kids World Logo

Featuring Giggle and Hoot, The Wiggles, Play School and Bananas in Pyjamas, ABC KIDS WORLD is due to open on June 27! Characters will come to life in an interactive and colourful world of fun, rides and games. 

Kids will love the Giggle and Hoot Pirate Ship and new Hop and Hoot ride! Play School also features a number of immersive experiences where the children can indulge their imagination. 

The Wiggle House is neighboured by The Big Red Car ride, Dorothy's Teacup ride and The Big Red Boat ride, with special guest appearances by Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog and Captain Feathersword. Kids can also meet the Bananas in Pyjamas famous residents of Cuddlestown themselves - B1 and B2! 

Stay tuned as Dreamworld will soon be announcing major new plans for an immersive motor-sport experience launching this summer! 

Dreamworld is packed with new fun for families this year, don't miss out on this very special ticket offer, valid for a limited time only!

Today is FATALITY FREE FRIDAY

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Marsden NHW Community

Are you a Marsden Home Based Business and what to be recognised? Enter the Logan Chamber of Commerce Business Distinction Awards and be in with a GREAT chance of winning!!!

http://www.loganchamber.com.au

Logan City Council

Do you know what's happening in your local community? Why not join in on the many wonderful free events and activities at your local Community Centre in the month of June. To find out more visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/communityconnect

A response to an article on Crestmead / Marsden

http://www.couriermail.com.au/questnews/logan/logan-police-have-dismiss-racq-break-and-enter-statistics-saying-crime-trends-are-down/story-fni9r0nh-1227370009689

Neighbourhood Watch Australasia

5 Current Facebook Scams To Watch Out For

Facebook is a perfect venue for scammers to distribute their malicious messages and find new
victims. Here are five current Facebook scams to watch out for.

1. Carnival Cruises 'Goody Bags' Giveaway Like-Farming Scam
Message being distributed on Facebook claims that, just by sharing and liking, you can win a 'goody
bag' containing 5 first class tickets for a Carnival cruise along with
$2000 and a Carnival t-shirt.

2. Facebook 'Shocking Video' Scam - 'See What Happens to this Pregnant Lady'
According to a post currently appearing on Facebook, you can click to see what happens to a
pregnant lady at the beach, a viewing that it promises will make your jaw drop.

3. 'Attempts to Export Opengraph File' Facebook Phishing Scam
According to this supposed security warning, which purports to be from Facebook, you have made
several attempts to export your opengraph file using an unauthorised application. The message
claims that these attempts were made from a location in China.

4. SURVEY SCAM - '$200 Home Depot Coupon Giveaway'
According to a message currently being distributed on Facebook, US based retailer The Home Depot is
giving away coupons worth $200 each.

5. PHISHING SCAM: 'Wat are u Doing in This Video' Facebook Message Facebook personal message
claims that the sender has seen you in an online video and suggests that you go to a website and
skip to a specified place in the
video to see yourself.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES

QFES responds to fires started from electrical appliances being misused or not properly maintained every winter; in fact there were 20 of these last year. Heater fires often occur when appliances are too close to flammable materials like blankets, mattresses, pillows or clothing. Regardless of their age, annual checks of heaters and electric blankets are crucial. Look out for fraying or exposed cords or rust. If in doubt, check with an electrician. ‪#‎freezefirefatalities‬

Marsden State School

Reconciliation-Unity-Respect-Moving Forward
Today at MSS we celebrated and acknowledged the importance of Reconciliation Week in Australia's history. Students from Prep to Year 6 contributed in placing the 'Sea of Hands' to spell the word SORRY, and walked through a timeline of events that taught students about why we acknowledge and celebrate Reconciliation Week. Take a look below to see what we did at MSS in 2015 to "Change it Up!".

Logan City Council

Is your dog barking out of control? Learn techniques and handy tips from an accredited trainer on how to tackle barking issues for good. This FREE seminar hosted in conjunction with the RSPCA will be held at Beenleigh Events Centre, On Saturday 30th May from 10am until 12 noon. You will also have the opportunity to win the KONG lucky door prize. Phone 3412 5397 or email animalmanagementcentre@logan.qld.gov.au to register, or for more info visit www.logan.qld.gov.au/animals

Don't be a Groany Goat.

Encourage good neighbourhood / over the fence relationships!!

LOL

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTlQS7j96DM

Could your group benefit?

http://www.rdaloganandredlands.org.au/index.php…

Ever wondered how you can find the Laws that govern our state?

Well wonder no more - https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/OQPChome.htm

Looking for a family friendly positive activity - pop into the Marsden Library! Discover a world of reading, knowledge, mindcraft, music and more. 

Special programs for babies and toddlers, holidays and homework. 

Libraries aren't just a stuffy place full of dust and shhhhh's.

http://libraries.cmail19.com/…/DBA20674A50FD87A44D0DD5392A9…

http://www.ecq.qld.gov.au/electoral-districts/local-government-areas/local-government-reviews/2015-lg-reviews/logan-city-council

Marsden NHW Community

Do you have an issue with dogs barking or causing concern? Contact the Logan City Council Animal Management Team if you can't resolve the issues with the animal owners.

you can find more information on the councils website at 

http://www.logan.qld.gov.au/facilities-and-r…/…/barking-dogs

Do you have an issue with Hoon's or illegal vehicle activity in your area? While Neighbour Hood Watch can't influence what Police operations are happening in the area, we can help you get the information to the right areas.

If you have an issue then we encourage you to call the Hoon Hotline - 13HOON

To counter hooning, the police set up a dedicated Hoon Hotline in December 2010.

You can report hoons online or by calling the Hoon Hotline on 13HOON (13 4666). If possible you should tell the operator:

* what the vehicle is and looks like
* what hooning activity the vehicle was doing
* the registration plates
* the date, time and where the vehicle was.

This will help the police identify and stop the hoon. If you have an email address you can also report a hooning incident online.

We as a community are the eyes and ears on the ground for QPS - if you don't report it they won't know. If enough of the residents report key information the Police may have enough evidence to resolve the issue!!

Get active.....

Guests at our next community meeting:


Come along to our next Community Meeting - Monday 18th May at 6:30 for a 7pm start at McDonalds Marsden to hear from our guests the Logan House Fire Support Network. They will be discussing Smoke Alarms and Fire Prevention!

We also hope to have our State Member Cameron Dick pop in to give an update (pending parliament commitments) on what is important to Marsden residents

Happy Mothers Day to all our Marsden Mothers, near or far, with or gone, now and soon.

Have a beautiful day

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Date Claimer

Don't forget our next Community Meeting is 

Monday 18th May

6:30pm for a 7pm start

Marsden McDonalds - Chambers Flat Road Marsden

Attention Marsden Business Owners:

Do you want to promote your business as a sponsor of the upcoming Logan Chamber of Commerce Business Distinction Awards?

Platinum x 1
Diamond x 2
Gold x 4
Silver x 6
Bronze
Category Award Sponsors

Or pick up a nomination form and get noticed as an award winner!!

Contact Rhonda @ the Chamber on 07 3208 8080 today!

Don't forget to have your say on what you want Marsden NHW to be. The more input from the residents the more we can plan for the next 12 months.

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Myth Busters – Keep Left Unless Overtaking

Sue Rewald on Apr 29, 2015 @ 1:28pm

“It is ok to drive in the right-hand lane if there is no ‘Keep Left Unless Overtaking’ sign.”

INCORRECT

If the speed limit is 90km/h (or more) on a multi-lane road you must keep to the left lane unless overtaking, avoiding an obstruction or the left lane is congested. This applies whether there is a ‘Keep Left Unless Overtaking Sign’ or not.

It is an offence ($68 fine and two demerit points) to drive in the right lane if you are not performing one of the above actions.

Of course you must keep also left on multi-lane roads with a speed limit below 90km/h if there is a Keep Left Unless Overtaking sign.

Drivers are only allowed to overtake on the left on multi-lane roads.

Another MYTH BUSTED by Bundaberg Road Policing Unit

Help us fundraise - books are ready to collect now!!!!

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We need your input:

We will be able to put up the Neighbourhood Watch area signs around Marsden.

We need to identify where these should go so we are calling on residents to let us know where they should be.

Get in touch with us and have your say!

FYI Residents:

Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) advises that between May and September 2015 they will be conducting an Address Canvassing Exercise.  This involves a large number of field officers updating and geo-coding address information within defined geographical areas across Australia.  Field Officers will be observing the premises from the footpath and entering the information onto I-Pads.  The only premises they will be required to approach to get further information will be hotels, apartment and unit complexes, nursing homes and similar accommodation venues.  The field officers will be identifiable by an ABS lanyard and identification card.   They may also be wearing a black and red ABS supplied backpack.

The field officers will be working 7 days per week during day lights hours.  Attendance in the Marsden area will be somewhere between 4th May – 17th July 2015.

If you have concerns you can call Policelink on 131 444