There’s something uniquely Australian about ordinary people standing shoulder-to-shoulder against something that feels bigger than them. It’s the spirit captured in The Castle — the quiet determination of everyday families who refuse to be silenced when they know something isn’t right.
Right now, that same spirit is alive in Logan.
A growing group of passionate residents has come together to fight against the controversial flood mapping that threatens to devalue homes, disrupt lives, and undermine the future of our community. These are not lobbyists, lawyers, or professional campaigners. They are mums, dads, retirees, business owners, and long-term locals — people who love their city and refuse to stand by while decisions are made without fairness or transparency.
Last night, many of them gathered to share stories, frustrations, and — most importantly — hope. What emerged was a powerful sense of connection. The message was clear: we are stronger together.
Through the Logan Flood Mapping Action Group and other forums, residents have raised serious concerns, including:
Devaluing property values by thousands, leaving families worse off overnight.
Massive hikes in insurance premiums, putting more financial stress on households already feeling the pinch.
Development restrictions that prevent people from using or improving their own land.
Properties never touched by floodwaters now branded as “High Flood Risk.”
Long-term residents providing evidence that the maps are based on flawed or incomplete data.
The impact of large-scale development, where changes to land and waterways have gone unchecked.
A lack of council-led flood mitigation efforts, leaving residents asking: where is the accountability?
These aren’t minor technicalities. They are life-changing issues that affect the value of people’s homes, their financial security, and the very future of Logan’s suburbs.
What makes this fight even more powerful is the solidarity forming across the community. This isn’t about one person, one family, or one suburb. It’s about all of us. It’s about standing against an unfair system, demanding answers, and working for a solution that protects both people and property.
If you’ve ever cheered for the Kerrigans in The Castle, you’ll understand why this matters. It’s about more than just flood maps. It’s about justice, fairness, and the right of everyday people to have their voices heard.
This is Logan. This is community. And this is what happens when people come together to stand up for what’s right.
You can learn more and follow the movement via the Logan Flood Mapping Action Group on Facebook or by visiting the dedicated page on our website: Community Against Flood Mapping.
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