Queensland Tourism Awards Finalists Showcase Logan’s Growing Tourism Industry

We are excited to share that three Logan tourism businesses have been named finalists in the 2026 Queensland Tourism Awards:

  • Extraction Artisan Café
  • Beenleigh Artisan Distillery
  • Devon Pixies

The Queensland Tourism Awards, delivered by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC), recognise excellence, innovation and outstanding visitor experiences across the state’s tourism industry.

The Tourism Team within Logan Office of Economic Development works closely with QTIC throughout the year to strengthen Logan’s tourism industry, support local operators and showcase the city as a visitor destination. Through industry development initiatives, networking opportunities, mentoring programs and award participation support, the team actively assists businesses to grow their tourism capabilities and market reach.

These finalist nominations reflect the continued growth and maturity of Logan’s visitor economy. The achievement is especially noteworthy given Logan’s recent success at the Queensland Tourism Awards. In 2025, both Devon Pixies and Beenleigh Artisan Distillery were awarded Gold, while Distillery Road Market received Bronze in their respective categories.

To now see Extraction Artisan Café join the finalist ranks in 2026 demonstrates the increasing depth and quality of Logan’s tourism offering and highlights the year-on-year growth occurring within the sector. It is encouraging to see more local businesses embracing tourism opportunities and gaining recognition at a state level.

Winners will be announced at the Queensland Tourism Awards Gala on the Gold Coast on Friday 6 November. You can learn more here – https://www.qtic.com.au/tourism-week/queensland-tourism-awards-gala-ceremony/

   

 

Logan development data shows approvals and construction resilient in tough economic conditions

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Logan’s latest City Pulse data has been released, providing investors, developers and businesses with an up-to-date picture of one of South East Queensland’s fastest-growing economies.

The updated figures show that Logan added 3,618 new residential dwellings to the city’s housing stock in 2025/26, which is slightly higher than in 2024/25.

ShapingSEQ 2023 targets state that the City of Logan is required to accommodate an additional 110,200 dwellings from 2021 to 2046. By June 2025, 140,967 residential dwellings were recorded in Logan with a growth of 15,267 dwellings from 2021. Based on these updated figures, Logan is required to now facilitate an additional 93,347 residential dwellings by 2046.

Building Completions show new additions to the city in 2025/26

The main housing stock continues to be stand alone houses (83%). While 67 townhouses/duplexes were completed, no units were added.

Top suburbs were:

  1. Yarrabilba – 5,162
  2. Logan Reserve – 4,825
  3. Park Ridge – 4,326
  4. Greenbank – 3,806
  5. Flagstone – 2,327

Total-New-Dwellings-Completed-Cumulative-Growth-2026 overview on map

Construction value of new dwellings exceeded $1.8 billion.

Construction value of non-residential building completions was $306 million, with 154,137 m² new Gross Floor Area.

Warehouse, Distribution and Logistics continues to be the main sector for non-residential development with 76,315 m² in new Gross Floor Area, followed by Sport, Tourism and Recreation with 57,871 m².

wdt_ID Development Type Gross Floor Area
1 Warehouse, Distribution & Logistics 76,315
2 Retail and Services 97
3 Sport, Tourism and Recreation 57,871
4 Showroom & Bulk Goods 2,635
5 Education 9,951

While still strong, building activity has fallen since 2023/24.

See Building Completions data

Development Approvals show pipeline is strong

Approvals for residential development outside of the Priority Development Areas is increasing, with a notable increase in Duplex/Townhouse developments

Please note: Most stand-alone houses, houses with auxiliary units and secondary dwellings do not require a development application, therefore the number of new dwellings in this section do not account for all new dwelling stock.

Development Approvals in 2025/26 for non-residential development include 41 new lots and 412,945m² new Gross Floor Area.

wdt_ID Development Type Gross Floor Area
1 Retail 40,445
2 Community 20,749
3 Industry 379,229
4 Office 21,277
5 Sport, Tourism & Recreation 8,089

See Development Approvals data

For more information on development data in the City of Logan, please visit City Pulse

Logan Business Distinction Award Winners 2026

Presented by the Logan Chamber of Commerce, the Logan Business Distinction Awards celebrate the outstanding businesses and people who contribute to Logan’s thriving business community. The awards ceremony took place on Friday 11 September 2026 at Logan Entertainment Centre.

Congratulations to all entrants, finalists and winners

Major Award Winners

Business of the Year (Large) – Magnus Health
Business of the Year (Small) – Performance Studios Australia<
Sole Trader of the Year – Halcyon HR Consultancy
New and Emerging – Mynd & Me
Business Encouragement – Karl’s Donuts
Most Innovative Business – Battlefield Sports
Accessibility and Inclusion – Sisu Therapies
Environmental & Sustainability – B&C Plastics
Services to the Community – LJ Hooker Property Complete

Category Award Winners

Automotive & Transport – TransitCare (Large); K&G Automotive (Small)
Beauty & Bridal – Hedz Up Hair & Beauty
Building & Construction – Brisbane Civil (Large); Rocksmith Construction (Small)
Business to Business – Halcyon HR Consultancy
Creative Industries – Turtle Publishing
Education – Shailer Park State High School (Large); Performance Studios Australia (Small)
Employment and Training – Queensland Training and Employment Hub (Large)
Health & Wellbeing – Magnus Health (Large); Mynd & Me (Small)
Hospitality & Events – Club Noir
Manufacturing & Production – ATP Science (Large Business); Signs Etc (Small)
Media & Advertising – That Social Chick
Medical & Healthcare – Sisu Therapies
Not for Profit – Kids4Kids Foundation
Professional Services – Loan Market Rochedale; Swanborough Funerals
Real Estate – LJ Hooker Property Complete (Large);
Retail – Honey Button House
Sports & Leisure – Inna Essence
Technology – Battlefield Sports
Trade Services – BDH Electrical & Air
Vet Services – Bryants Road Veterinary Surgery

Logan Office of Economic Development is a proud sponsor of the Logan Business Distinction Awards