Category: Logan
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Queensland and New South Wales Battling Devastating Cyclone Aftermath
Heavy rainfall and flash flooding have wreaked havoc across Queensland and New South Wales following the passage of Cyclone Alfred. Emergency services are on high alert, urging residents to avoid driving through floodwaters as the deluge continues to pound the regions. In the last 24 hours, the NSW SES reported a staggering 917 emergency incidents,…
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Logan City Faces Challenges Amidst Tragic Fires and Network Outages
Logan City, Queensland, was hit by a wave of business uncertainty as the popular Smashhh Burgers food truck business faced devastation from two suspicious fires. The owners, in a social media post, condemned the attackers, labeling them as cowards and vowing to rebuild with greater purpose. The food trucks, located on Logan Road in Underwood,…
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Red Rooster’s Evolution: Navigating Challenges in Fast-Food Market
Red Rooster has carved its place in Australia’s fast-food landscape, tracing its roots back to a humble family venture in Western Australia over five decades ago. The brand’s journey from a single store in Perth to a national chain faced challenges from shifting consumer preferences, ownership changes, and emerging competitors. Despite the tumultuous industry dynamics,…
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Logan City: A Tale of Resilience and Diversity
Logan City in Queensland has a complex history, rooted in its colonial origins and subsequent development into a diverse yet disadvantaged community. Named after Captain Patrick Logan, the city is characterized by a mix of suburbs divided along social class lines, with some areas facing significant economic challenges. The Big Book of Australian Yarns: and…
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Centuria Acquires Logan SuperCentre for $115 Million, Expands Portfolio
Centuria has made a significant investment in the Brisbane market by acquiring the Logan SuperCentre for $115 million. The property, formerly known as HomeCo Logan, sits adjacent to Australia’s largest IKEA and offers a prime location in Slacks Creek, just south of Brisbane’s CBD. Tribesigns Hallway Console Table, 180 cm Long Sofa Table Behind Couch,…
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Queensland Dominates Most Disadvantaged Areas in Australia: SEIFA Rankings
Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas rankings have unveiled that six of the ten most disadvantaged Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Australia are situated in Queensland. The Australian Bureau of Statistics data highlights the stark disparities in relative advantage and disadvantage across regions. Queensland’s highest-ranking LGA, Brisbane, with a population exceeding a million, surprisingly does not make…
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Queensland Property Market Thrives on Robust Growth Trends
Queensland’s property market has maintained its upward trajectory, as indicated by the latest data released by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ). Over the December 2024 quarter, the median sale price for houses in Queensland surged by 5.9% to $810,000, marking a significant quarterly increase not seen since early 2022. Thinker Statues and Sculptures,…
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Queensland Court Ruling Emphasizes Koala Habitat Size Importance
Size of habitat area plays a vital role in the lives of koalas. The recent ruling by the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland sheds light on the significance of habitat size for these iconic Australian animals. The case involved an application seeking approval for a combined development application that included a material change of…
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Costco’s Expansion Strategy: Ambitious Plans for Australian Market Growth
Costco is embarking on an ambitious expansion plan in Australia, with multiple new warehouses in the pipeline and several potential locations being scouted for future stores. The membership-only retailer, currently operating 15 warehouses in the country, aims to increase its footprint to 20 stores over the next five years. Giantz Garage Shelving, 1.8M x 0.9M…
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South East Queensland Suburbs Hit $1M Median House Prices
South East Queensland’s property market is witnessing a significant shift as the median house prices soar past the $1 million mark in nearly half of the region’s suburbs. The surge in prices has propelled over 310 suburbs in Queensland into the millionaire median category, reflecting a trend of escalating property values across the state. Luxury…