Be energy wise: Fans vs air conditioners
Say you use a ceiling fan for 5 hours a day. It would typically cost $6.75 over three months. If you use a standard living room air conditioner for the same amount of time, it would cost you $180. Be energy wise this summer. And save $$$! Find out more by watching the video.
Did your Christmas gift turn out to be a dud?
Did your Christmas gift turn out to be a dud? Are you entitled to a refund or an exchange? If you groaned with despair rather than squealed with delight when you opened a Christmas gift this year, you might be wanting to know if you can get a refund or exchange on that unwanted present. […]
YFS e-News, February 2021
Inside this edition Cultural Framework outlines continuing First Nations commitment Can you help people who fall through the cracks of mainstream employment services? Substation33 takes out ABC Community Spirit Award New domestic and family violence group breaks the cycle for mums and sons Council recognises YFS Men4Respect for making Logan safer New service for Yarrabilba, […]
Party safely: Supervising teenager parties
https://youtu.be/iXw0Iq3nMRk Did you know that if you are an adult and you host a party for a teenager, you take on the responsibility for the party? It’s your role to supervise it. This means you shouldn’t be drinking alcohol. Logan’s community legal service YFS Legal has produced a great short video, offering more info. Watch […]
Ways to be energy wise
https://youtu.be/7fEOL1ErMzQ Summer in Logan means a hot home. It also means higher energy bills, especially if you use air conditioning. Save money by turning your air conditioner off when it’s not too hot. Instead, use fans and – most importantly – control the heat that comes into your home. Keeping the sun off your windows […]
Party safely: Partying and the police
https://youtu.be/gXUpALdsVCk If you are at a party and the police turn up, what should you do? In this video Natasha, from Logan’s community legal service YFS Legal, offers some important information. Watch the video for ideas on how you can respond when the police request information and want to conduct a search. Party safe. Please […]
Village Fair Shopping Centre and YFS team up to lend a hand to Logan residents in need
Village Fair Shopping Centre and YFS team up to lend a hand to Logan residents in need Jimboomba Times | November 26 2020, 6:30pm A POPULAR Logan shopping centre is teaming up with a long-standing charity to make the holiday season a little easier for locals in need. Village Fair Shopping Centre is uniting with […]
Party safely: Partying in public spaces
https://youtu.be/1n80Q0eo7IQ Party season is now in full swing! If you’re planning on partying outdoors in a public space like a park, this video is for you. Find out whether you can drink or be drunk in public. And what to do if the police question you. Keep your outdoor partying drama-free by following the tips […]
Party safely: Parties at home
https://youtu.be/nImpAJSQW94 It’s party season! Festive celebrations are getting into full swing, with BBQs and other get-togethers becoming more commonplace. Add Schoolies get-togethers to the mix and you have a recipe for strained neighbourly relations! Keep your party at home drama-free by following the tips in this video, by Logan’s community legal centre, YFS Legal. Party […]
Council recognises YFS Men4Respect for making Logan safer
Council recognises YFS Men4Respect for making Logan safer A YFS program that backs young men to challenge violence-supportive attitudes and actions has taken out a 2020 Logan City Council Safe City Award. Launched in late 2019, Men4Respect has been recognised for helping make Logan more welcoming, inclusive and safe. YFS chief executive Cath Bartolo congratulated […]