Vintage lingerie exhibition shows passion for collecting

A graceful collection of vintage lingerie is on display at the Logan City Historical Museum courtesy of artist, collector and painter Annamaria Mays Vermeer. From intricate lacework and silk slips to beautifully preserved undergarments, Annamaria’s passion for collecting shines through, says museum curator Helen Cameron. ‘Annamaria’s keen eye for detail and love for all things vintage ma

Best guide to NAIDOC Week 2025 events around Logan

From storytelling and family days to ceremonies and performances, as NAIDOC Week approaches in July to mark a 50-year milestone, the City of Logan will have a large variety of activities throughout the region to celebrate. Find an event near you to share in acknowledging the histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The official date for the National Ab

Katie Noonan on hurting, healing and heading to Logan

From a punctured lung to personal heartbreak, there are some very confronting reasons as to why it will be a special performance from the talented Katie Noonan when she takes her seat at the piano on Saturday, 5 July at Kingston Butter Factory. The 5-time ARIA Award-winning singer and songwriter with a career spanning 29 albums is not one to shy away from sharing a deeply challenging journey back

Scholarship success for Park Ridge artist

Park Ridge artist Emma-Lee Boniface is the recipient of this year’s Robyn Daw Young Visual Artist Scholarship, receiving a $7,000 cash scholarship and private mentorship session with Queensland artist Dr Kellie O’Dempsey. The scholarship program, now in its second year, aims to support young artists in the City of Logan whose practices relate to their cultural background, through professional

Orchestrating a local legacy

A new cultural legacy will be music to the ears of classical fans, with an esteemed maestro leading the launch of a City of Logan orchestra. Waterford conductor Dr Lewes Peddell is heading the new initiative as President and Music Director of Logan City Orchestras (LCO), and has already planned for a debut concert in July. With a career in music spanning decades in Australia and the US, Lewes hope

Visit best culture and heritage sights in Logan

From historic homesteads to living museums and ornate temples, the City of Logan is home to world-class cultural and heritage attractions that little kids (and big kids) will love. Stroll through tranquil gardens and marvel at contemporary art from around the globe, nibble on scones or cupcakes and learn about the city’s social history, or spend an afternoon immersed in Logan’s pioneering pas

Logan's stunning outdoor wedding scenes

For those about to say ‘I do’, you don’t need to venture past the city limits of Logan to find a picturesque place for a wedding ceremony and to capture the magical moment forever in photos. There are a variety of great parks and outdoor landmarks to choose from throughout the City of Logan, where couples can exchange wedding vows, celebrate with family and make the most of the scenery for w

Triathlon ‘Master’ of endurance

After running, swimming and cycling around the world, from the rolling hills of Finland to Vietnam’s coastal villages, it’s safe to say Marion Hermitage is a master at triathlons. Having represented Australia 15 times at the Triathlon World Championships, the Daisy Hill triathlon enthusiast was a clear winner in City of Logan’s 2024 Sports Awards in November. Marion, 61, says being named Mas