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Beloved event returns as church rebuild begins after fire

Almost three years after being devastated by a fire, Lifepointe Baptist Church is More

Your say: e-bikes, developments, traffic and more

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Man fined for dumping waste in forest

A man has been hit with a hefty fine for illegally dumping a More

Surf club cafe set to close as petition calls for reprieve

A beachfront coffee shop that has operated for 10 years is set to More

Flight path changes linked to new runway under scrutiny

Feedback is being sought on flight path alterations implemented due to the change More

Margaritas on the move as iconic Mexican spot relocates

After 30 years at one of Mooloolaba’s most recognisable dining spots, Montezuma’s is More



Your guide to festive community events

Sunshine Coast streets, parks and beaches are set to sparkle with community-led festive events during the next month. Whether it’s chasing Santa’s surf boat, hunting for handmade treasures at a market or belting out holiday tunes under the stars, there are about 30 council-supported events to choose from. Councillor Taylor Bunnag More


Man charged over second illegal euthanasia death

The man accused of running an illegal euthanasia operation using a fake charity More

New active transport links open for public consultation

Sunshine Coast residents are being asked to help shape a series of new More

Sami Muirhead: a zucchini slice of success

I recently learned that you must squeeze grated zucchini by hand to get More

Man drowns, believed caught in rip

A man has drowned, suspected to have been caught in a rip on More

Authorities signal major action for problematic coastal area

The state government has backed recommendations for bold large-scale works to help protect More

Appeal lodged over refusal of backpacker complex

A court appeal has been launched after a proposal to develop backpacker accommodation More

Lease pressures mount as small businesses navigate rising costs

Small business owners in some of Noosa’s most popular commercial precincts are facing More

Residents help shape plan for multi-faceted park

A concept plan for a new district park with four distinct areas is More

Cyclists take on gruelling challenge for kids in care

Cyclists are set to take on some of the region’s toughest hills in More

Ashley Robinson: the dogged pursuit of the truth

There is an old saying: “Men occasionally trip over the truth. They quickly More

Teen charged after e-bike crash kills eight-year-old

A teenager has been charged over an e-bike crash that killed an eight-year-old More

Work starts on $30m upgrade of busy junction

Improvements are being made to a key Sunshine Coast intersection that carries more More

Airport development plan given green light

The state government has signed off on a master plan for land around More

New hinterland cafe promising to bring French flair

A taste of France is coming to the Sunshine Coast hinterland, with the More

Flood maps updated ahead of storm season

Sunshine Coast Council has rolled out revised flood maps to help residents better More

School teachers to strike again as wage talks break down

A pay dispute has led to a second teachers strike in months, sparking More

Roof collapse floods supermarket amid wild weather

Shoppers and staff members at a Sunshine Coast supermarket were shocked when a More

Century-old dairy farm hits market after transformation

A property originally established in 1908 as one of the region’s original dairy More


Photo of the day

Brian McCourt captured the moment the sun set behind Mount Coonowrin. The photo was taken near Sahara Road, Glass House Mountains. If you have a photo of the day offering, email photo@sunshinecoastnews.com.au. Photos must be horizontal/landscape and may need to be cropped to fit the website.

Sunshine Coast Forecast

Trio of Coast high schools ban e-bikes and e-scooters

Three major Sunshine Coast high schools with a combined enrolment of more than More

Firm linked to global mega-projects behind $2.6b ‘tourism city’

A developer that has worked on major international projects including Singapore’s iconic Marina More

Paramedics rush to serious motorway incident

Multiple paramedics have responded to a traffic incident on the Sunshine Motorway this More

Adult learner swims to thank lifesavers

A woman who learnt to swim as an adult is taking the plunge More

Caloundra SMSF advisory firm wins major national recognition

Caloundra-based boutique firm Vivacè Advisory was named SMSF Firm of the Year at More

Design phase beckons for stadium expansion

The deputy premier says planning and procurement is well underway for the Sunshine More

Public notification opens for 25-unit project on former landfill

Public consultation has opened on a proposal to construct a 25-unit social housing More

New chapter for bistro as acclaimed family takes helm

An award-winning hospitality family has swapped Brisbane’s inner city for the Sunshine Coast, More

Big-name tenants help push asset sale over $5m

A property leased to well-known auto service brands has sold for just over More


Human-centred AI reshapes Sunshine Coast industry

A Coast startup, Blue Seas AI Consulting, is shaping how local businesses adopt artificial intelligence. Only 18 months after launching its AI-focused services, the Buderim-based consultancy was named winner of the Advanced Technology (Small Business) category at the Sunshine Coast Business Awards 2025. The company positions itself as an AI More

Red-legged pademelon released into eco park

A red-legged pademelon found weighing just 300g has been released into a burgeoning More

BOM warns ‘severe’ conditions likely this summer

The Sunshine Coast could face an intense and unpredictable summer, with conditions likely More

Your say: sand bar, e-bikes, hotel plans, and more

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

Teenager airlifted to hospital after vehicle rollover

A teenager has been flown to hospital after a serious vehicle rollover. The Sunshine More

Nation’s big home build already off target

Construction is behind schedule by tens of thousands of homes, fresh figures reveal, More

Cameras installed in national park after reported dog attack

Authorities have placed cameras in a national park after a man was reportedly More

Decision made on Men’s Shed in key transport corridor

Members of a community group will be able to utilise their current headquarters More

New pizza joint highlights ‘local’ gems

The hinterland’s dining scene has a new addition, with hospitality veteran Stuart Derham More

Festival founder to lead hinterland tourism

The hinterland’s peak tourism body has ushered in a new president and elected More


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Jane Stephens: remarkable remarks

English is such a wondrous language. And while those of us in professional communications More

Rare listing atop headland a ‘golden’ opportunity

An immaculately presented family home in the sought-after residential enclave of Alexandra Headland's More

‘New beginning’: tidal breakthrough sealed with sand

A tidal breach at an island off the Sunshine Coast has been filled More

Council

New discovery for Maleny’s ecological park

Australia’s biggest citizen-science event has uncovered more than 105 species of birds in More

$4m to help fast-track town square transformation

Design plans for a new town square are being accelerated after the Queensland More

Nine ships, 7000 passengers to visit Coast on cruises

More than 7000 cruise ship passengers are expected to visit the Sunshine Coast More

Business

Archery hub closes its doors after eight years

An iconic Nambour shopfront has closed its doors after eight years in business. Broken More

Burger baron behind new beachside chicken eatery

An oceanside chicken restaurant created by the co-founder of an iconic burger chain More

Pickleball paddle innovation earns $10,000 prize

Australians are embracing the pickleball craze by the thousands. Last year, more than More

Learning

Climate extremes ‘normal’ for oceans by 2040: UniSC expert

New research conducted by the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) has found More

Kindergarten makes plea amid uncertain future

A 75-year-old community kindergarten is appealing directly to the Education Minister to allow More

Two Coast schools named among nation’s top 34

Two Sunshine Coast colleges have been recognised for excellence in student learning, wellbeing More

Community

Safe nights return: Sunny Coast Sleeper set to launch

A vital service providing safe overnight accommodation for people experiencing homelessness is set More

‘Mini Woolies’ helping students with real-life training

People with a disability and autism now have access to real-life learning on More

New op shop bus tours thrill thrifters

The adage “one man’s junk is another man’s treasure” certainly rings true for More

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