Regents Park-based poet Gaill Macciocca is changing how others view the City of Logan, one poem at a time.
For the last 30 years, Gaill has provided insightful social commentary through poetry.
Mrs Macciocca says her work, playfully questions outdated stereotypes sometimes associated with Logan.
“I want people to be proud of being from Logan.
“I want them to learn more about it.”
Mrs Macciocca’s pieces reveal her beautiful inner world and vision.
Formerly a teacher, Mrs Macciocca is both an artist and educator as she breaks barriers for others to see what the City of Logan is really like.
Her most popular pieces, such as “Come on down to Logan”, guide readers on a journey to learn something new about the neighbourhood.
Mrs Macciocca herself is just as neighbourly as her poetry.
“I’ve lived here since 1985 and there are all sorts of people from every culture and economic background and they’re all fantastic,.
“I want people to be proud of being from Logan.
“I want them to learn more about it, there’s not much information about the things we have down here.”
Mrs Macciocca’s favourite locations include Daisy Hill State Forest and the Berrinba Wetlands.
“When you walk around Logan, there are a lot of areas that are really beautiful.
“Lovely walks to do with plenty of wildlife.
“I just love them all.”
