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Champion for volunteers earns major accolade

A woman who has played a leading role in supporting volunteers on the More
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Council-discarded rarity restored to former glory

When a local council-discarded a rare vintage chandelier decades ago, it was rescued More
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Humanitarian’s new mission and record attempts

After surviving a double brain aneurysm, Oz Bayldon inspired supporters to raise more More
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Holiday season violence spike: SunnyKids steps in to help kids

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Hotel renovation ‘brings life to true local icon’ 

A historic hotel has been revitalised with an extensive renovation, including a new More
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US ship makes special delivery to Coast

A large American vessel has turned heads on the Sunshine Coast, where it arrived with an important piece of infrastructure. The 150m Dependable brought a major subsea cable to Maroochydore on Tuesday, creating a key link between Australia and the United States. As part of the Australia Connect initiative, the Tabua More
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Ashley Robinson: my marriage is full of surprises

My ‘yearly’ column sometimes surprises me. What am I on about? Early this More
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Scores of locals call for safer suburban road

More than 100 residents have urged the local council to install safety measures More
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Influencer fined for illegal fire at K’gari

An online content creator has been fined for lighting an illegal fire at More
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Experienced restaurateur to open new Italian eatery

A new Italian restaurant promising lighter, low-carb sourdough pizza will open in Caloundra More
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Tributes pour in for former surf club president

Tributes are pouring in following the death of former Noosa Heads Surf Life More
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Iconic venue celebrates milestone

For two decades, Venue 114 has been at the heart of the Sunshine More
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First tiny home on the way to life-changing village

Work is about to start on a tiny home village that will support More
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Authorities ramp up fire ants fight, assure bait is safe

The battle against fire ants is stepping up on the Sunshine Coast, with More
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Half-a-million-dollar park upgrade a ‘big win’ for town

New and improved facilities have been installed within the main park of a More
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Homes hit market as hidden coastal gem awakens

Two luxury beachfront properties have hit the market amid a 'generational shift' in More
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Treatment of cancers targeted in new research hub

The Sunshine Coast is at the forefront of medical science, with the establishment of More
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Major beach event to return in 2026

The state’s top surf lifesavers will return to the Sunshine Coast next year, More
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Artisan garlic producer crowned top Coast business

A local food innovator has claimed top honours at the Sunshine Coast's main More
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Beachfront hotel plan heads to court after council refusal

The proponent of a 77-room beachfront hotel has lodged a court appeal after More
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Pool reopens to public after five-and-a-half years

A town's main swimming pool has reopened to the public for the first More
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Power couple opens real estate franchise

One of the hinterland’s most respected agents has opened a franchise of Australasia’s More
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Police appeal amid investigation into alleged rape

Detectives are appealing to the public for further information as investigations continue into More
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Upgrades on way to key roads in north Brisbane

Major upgrades are coming to the Gateway Motorway and Bruce Highway in north More
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Where to pay tribute on Remembrance Day

Many Sunshine Coast residents will attend services and pause for a minute's silence More
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‘Stunned’: shark filmed in shallows at popular beach

Locals have been taken aback by the sight of a shark swimming metres More
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Broken childhood behind boxer’s selfless mission

Impact Boxing owner and head coach Mark Evans scuffles with another boxer in More
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AI scraping is eroding regional journalism

Country Press Australia (CPA) has welcomed the federal government’s decision to rule out More
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Work starts on $8m park but some locals question priorities

Construction has begun on an expansive park in a booming master-planned community, but More
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Road extension set to reduce congestion

A new stretch of road is expected to help reduce travel time for More
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Five-storey unit block with beach views planned

A multi-storey apartment block with 15 units has been proposed for a major More
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Serious motorbike crash on main road

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Fee-free community college set to open

Kairos Community College, a fee-free special assistance school for students in Years 10 More
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Sami Muirhead: the crime of the century

Isn’t there something wickedly delicious and old-fashioned about that heist at the Louvre? The More
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Luxury home exudes warmth rarely captured in new build

A pristine residence completed in 2025 is more than a beautiful new home More
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Police to increase presence in town within weeks

High-visibility police will soon be hitting the streets of a Sunshine Coast town, More
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Everyday hero lauded for daily beach clean

Every morning Kawana Beach gets a ‘clean sweep’ by a dedicated individual who More
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Man dies after motorbike crash near Woodford

A man has died following a motorbike crash north of Woodford on Wednesday. Police More
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Airline to link Coast with Bali and Singapore

Jetstar has announced the launch of direct flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to More
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Tribunal steps in as neighbours clash over 70yo tree

A dispute between neighbours over a tree estimated to be about 70 years More
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‘Major milestone’: members vote to build new golf clubhouse

A growing Sunshine Coast golf club is poised to replace its modest clubhouse, More
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Public input invited on controversial tourist park plans

The public consultation period has opened for a 150-site tourist park development application More
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New festival lead brings fresh vision

An award-winning Australian artistic director and programmer fresh from London is heading up More
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Coast bucks price trend for flood-prone homes

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New discovery for Maleny’s ecological park

Australia’s biggest citizen-science event has uncovered more than 105 species of birds in More
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$4m to help fast-track town square transformation

Design plans for a new town square are being accelerated after the Queensland More
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Nine ships, 7000 passengers to visit Coast on cruises

More than 7000 cruise ship passengers are expected to visit the Sunshine Coast More
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Archery hub closes its doors after eight years

An iconic Nambour shopfront has closed its doors after eight years in business. Broken More
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Burger baron behind new beachside chicken eatery

An oceanside chicken restaurant created by the co-founder of an iconic burger chain More
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Pickleball paddle innovation earns $10,000 prize

Australians are embracing the pickleball craze by the thousands. Last year, more than More
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Kindergarten makes plea amid uncertain future

A 75-year-old community kindergarten is appealing directly to the Education Minister to allow More
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Two Coast schools named among nation’s top 34

Two Sunshine Coast colleges have been recognised for excellence in student learning, wellbeing More
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Principal’s ‘marathon’ effort to fund school equipment

A primary school principal is set to run the equivalent of more than More
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Safe nights return: Sunny Coast Sleeper set to launch

A vital service providing safe overnight accommodation for people experiencing homelessness is set More
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‘Mini Woolies’ helping students with real-life training

People with a disability and autism now have access to real-life learning on More
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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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Champion for volunteers earns major accolade

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