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Surf club access to open for holidays

Visitors will soon be able to walk along a newly opened section of More
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‘Dismay’: council rates rise sparks petition

A petition opposing Sunshine Coast Council’s 9.7 per cent average rates increase has More
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$50m boost for SEQ’s digital future

A $50m program designed to make South East Queensland entities more digitally adept More
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Initiative born from personal promise

The creator of a Coast service providing people in need with free food More
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Opinion

Ashley Robinson: the accidental gardener

I am getting a much clearer picture, looking into the window of possible More
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Questions raised over street layout during council works

Residents in a narrow residential street have raised concerns about parking and access More
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Early works begin on first stage of The Wave

Design and pre-construction works on The Wave Stage 1 are set to begin this month after the Queensland Government appointed contractors to deliver the next phase of the project. Beerwah Coast Connect, CoastalTraX and Alstom have been engaged to undertake design and pre-construction (DPC) activities for The Wave Stage 1 More
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Readers’ voices matter to SCN: have your say

Sunshine Coast News (SCN) is asking our loyal readers to help us deliver More
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Property

Former cattle farm transformed into acreage estate

A former cattle farm known among locals for its grazing paddocks has been More
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Business

New burger spot headed to Coast

An Australian restaurant chain known for its bold burgers and celebrity following is More
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News

Public invited to have say on housing supply

Queenslanders have been encouraged to have their say as the state government undertakes More
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Council

Rates rise as council adopts $200m budget

Noosa Council has delivered its budget for 2026-27, with rates set to rise More
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No room in budget for region’s main transport projects

The state government is committed to delivering multibillion-dollar transport projects on the Sunshine More
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Property

Buyers scramble for luxury apartments in heart of Coast

Strong demand is driving competition for high-end apartments in a bustling area of More
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Business

Global retailer expands to Coast with new store

Japanese apparel giant Uniqlo has announced plans to open its first Sunshine Coast More
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Odour concerns prompt intervention at hinterland facility

An organic waste processing facility on the Sunshine Coast has been ordered by More
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Sport

Veteran basketballer selected for Australian team

A 77-year-old Sunshine Coast veteran basketballer is set to represent Australia on the More
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Future takes root with 25-year vision

A nature-inspired playground, new visitor and community hub and expanded lakeside facilities are More
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Airport redevelopment reaches new milestone

The next stage of Sunshine Coast Airport's major redevelopment is beginning to take More
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Boat destroyed in highway blaze

A boat being towed along the Bruce Highway was destroyed by fire at More
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Property

$300m redevelopment proposed for former bowls club site

A major housing and retail development has been proposed for a prominent former More
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Thousands of native plants added during island rebuild

About 6500 native species have been established on a section of island that More
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Video cameras installed at beaches for safety

'Smart poles' have been installed at four beaches in the region, as Surf More
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Property

Health hub plan for vacant site

A long-vacant commercial building could be converted into a new healthcare facility to More
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Community

Budget set to boost social housing pipeline

The state government has pledged a record investment in social and community housing More
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Antibiotic-resistant horse bacteria linked to humans

Scientists warn bacteria found in some South East Queensland horses underscores a  growing More
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Driver sought after pedestrian hit-and-run

Police are appealing for public assistance as they investigate a hit-and-run incident that More
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Community

Author turns painful past into message of hope

For more than six decades, Buderim resident Jo Wilcox carried a secret she More
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Animal welfare charity rectifies staff underpayments

A not-for-profit animal welfare organisation has rectified about $4.3 million in underpayments, including More
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Letters

Your say: burial plots, incinerator toilet and more

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor More
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Council

Proposed Woolworths supermarket faces community pushback

A proposal for a new Woolworths supermarket in a hinterland town has drawn More
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Property

Standout estate combines luxury and potential

A modern Queensland country manor set on acreage, with resort-style amenities and development More
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Business

Next stage of tourist attraction revamp unveiled

Plans have been revealed for the next phase of a tourist attraction revitalisation. A More
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MPs support statewide petition calling for tougher bail laws

A Sunshine Coast business owner who was the victim of a youth assault More
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Community

Trial aims to cut food waste from multi-unit living

Food scraps from apartments, resorts and retirement villages across South-East Queensland will be More
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Lifestyle

Expo offers home downsizing ideas, advice

A showcase of tiny homes, granny flats, cabins and alternative housing options will More
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Opinion

Jane Stephens: dangerous and everywhere

“Look out, lady! I’ll make you a f*in’ speedbump.” At least, that’s what More
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Council

Shire shake-up floated: divisions proposal emerges

Noosa Council could investigate what would be required to introduce divisional boundaries. The proposal, More
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Community

‘Connected and contemporary’ retirement village planned

A new retirement living community is being proposed beside an existing aged care More
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Lifestyle

Major music festival returns after sold-out debut

A major electronic festival is set to return to the Sunshine Coast after More
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Community

‘Urgent’: popular attraction seeks volunteers

A much-loved community attraction which draws hundreds of Sunshine Coast residents to its More
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Community

Helping hand grows into permanent home

A charity that has spent more than two decades supporting vulnerable Sunshine Coast More
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Opinion

Ashley Robinson: no wonder I’m a head case

I have recently researched the best food for brain fog and memory. Avocado, More
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Request to increase height of 5-star hotel approved

A proposal to increase the height of a planned beachfront hotel has been More
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Dog owners urged to prepare for incoming access changes

Dog owners across the Sunshine Coast are being urged to check new rules More
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‘Overwhelmingly negative’: transport project under scrutiny

A decision on a $1.6 million transport project may be made tomorrow, after More
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Council stands by dog fee hike amid backlash

Sunshine Coast Council is defending its proposed changes to dog registration fees amid More
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Key coastal protection works completed

A multimillion-dollar project has strengthened defences against erosion and storm impacts along a More
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Council takes high-tech approach to weed battle

Drones, artificial intelligence and environmental DNA are among the tools being used by More
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‘Unique recipe’: Italian gelato offering a first for Coast

A new gelato and coffee bar is drawing on traditional Italian techniques to More
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Discount giant opens store amid grand expansion plans

A renowned discount variety chain has opened another shop on the Sunshine Coast More
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Twilight markets set for monthly return

Twilight markets featuring food trucks, local produce and live entertainment are set to More
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Students dive into landmark reef research project

Sunshine Coast students are helping lead a long-term scientific study of an unusual More
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Construction progresses on school’s new campus

A college offering an alternative education pathway for disengaged senior high school students More
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Researchers and distillers blend nature, sound and story

A local collaboration is turning one of the Sunshine Coast’s biggest environmental stories More
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Club rebrand unveiled as $15m venue revamp planned

A long-standing club has rebranded and revealed plans for a major venue redevelopment. Club More
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Sleeper Bus service extended after funding boost

A homelessness support service will continue operating in a Sunshine Coast town until More
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Local NGO marks 25,000 rescues in 25 years

A global child anti-trafficking charity founded on the Sunshine Coast has marked a More
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“This aptly-named blue triangle butterfly (Graphium sarpedon choredon) takes time out for a More
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Photo of the day: brave hearts

“Although wary, this family of kangaroos from Bribie (Island) braved people close to More
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Have you got all your ducks in a row today? Photographer Nick Collins More
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Photographer Ruth Fiechtner captured the golden light of the early morning while walking on More
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From July 1 this year, employers will need to pay superannuation guarantee contributions at More
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