Eco festival back for 2022

Time for LEAF lovers to return to their roots

Eco-inspiration will be on offer at Queensland’s largest sustainability festival in June.

The Logan Eco Action Festival (LEAF) returns on Sunday, June 5 in celebration of World Environment Day. Entry is free.

Costa Georgiadis, from the ABC TV show Gardening Australia, headlines LEAF 2022, a Logan City Council initiative.
The event, which is expected to attract thousands of green thumbs and eco enthusiasts, will also feature interactive presentations and workshops from leaders in sustainability, gardening and waste reduction.

Environment Chair Councillor Jon Raven said Council is committed to helping City of Logan residents achieve sustainable lifestyles.

“LEAF continues to grow under Costa’s watchful eye thanks to a decade of support from the City of Logan’s most environmentally-minded residents,” Cr Raven said.

“Our city has some of the best environmental credentials in Australia because Council understands how important our amazing natural environments are to our community.

“This event isn’t just for locals, we want people from all over South East Queensland to come and explore LEAF and learn how we are doing it so well in the City of Logan.”

City Lifestyle Chair Councillor Laurie Koranski said there would be something for everyone at LEAF, including a Cooking Stage and a Kids’ Stage.

“Everyone will be inspired and entertained at LEAF 2022,” Cr Koranski said.

“We have a fantastic line-up of presenters, who will share bold new ideas while having a lot of fun.

“LEAF regulars can also expect to find more great bargains at our native plant sale, as well as market stalls with creations to help spruce up your home and garden.”

Lifestyle Deputy Chair and Division 6 Councillor Tony Hall said hosting LEAF was one of the highlights of the year for his community.

“It is not only a fun day out for all the family, but LEAF is also a hands-on way to learn more about protecting and enhancing our environment,” Cr Hall said.

“There’s lots of expert advice and entertainment, great food and the opportunity to buy some native plants for the garden.”

Activities and highlights of LEAF 2022 include:

• An innovative composting workshop ‘Turning Spoil into Soil’.
• A massive kids’ zone featuring free activities, wildlife talks, interactive demonstrations and workshops.
• Live music from local artists on the Beats Stage.
• A dedicated wellness centre offering free pilates classes for those with Parkinsons or MS, as well as an adaptive chair yoga
• Food and drink trucks catering to a range of dietary requirements.

The community can also share thoughts on local environmental issues during the community workshop that is launching the City of Logan Eco Forum, from 11.45am on the main LEAF stage.

LEAF is from 9am to 3pm at Griffith University’s Logan campus, University Drive, Meadowbrook. Parking is available on site.

LEAF is pet-free and alcohol-free. More information is available on the LEAF Facebook page.