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AI revolution hinges on data centre ‘social licence’

A data centre heavyweight has conceded the industry must work harder to assuage More
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‘Respected and beloved’: basketball legend remembered

Tributes have flowed for a respected teacher and basketball identity who made history More
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Resort tree clearing begins amid criticism

Tree clearing at a popular resort has sparked community concern, with a resident More
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Precinct moves forward as new stage reaches council

Detailed plans lodged with Sunshine Coast Council reveal how a major new urban More
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Health

Coast surgeon performs region’s first thumb transfer

A Sunshine Coast plastic surgeon has rebuilt a woman’s missing thumb using her More
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Couple’s legacy shines through $450,000 in grants

The legacy of a late Sunshine Coast couple is being felt through grants More
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Picnic to celebrate cultures, connection, community

A multicultural event will give Coast residents an opportunity to share food, stories, music and the traditions of people from diverse backgrounds. A free community picnic in honour of Welcoming Week will be held at Cotton Tree Park, Maroochydore on September 20 from 10am to 2pm. Welcoming Week is held globally More
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Students make their mark on latest ‘living seawall’

High school students have helped create a marine habitat, designing ceramic tiles for More
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Palmer claims ‘politics’ led to $12m ASIC case

Clive Palmer has claimed that his political power led to criminal charges as More
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No plans for larger vessel infrastructure despite push

There are no plans to expand the infrastructure needed to accommodate bigger vessels More
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Council

Hotel defends new cabins after ‘eyesore’ criticism

A Sunshine Coast hotel has defended a row of new accommodation cabins after More
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Property

Rare riverfront property heads to auction

A distinctive waterfront property combining commercial suites and two luxury penthouses is set More
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Community

Aircraft poised as Queensland heat intensifies

A firefighting helicopter is on standby in a hinterland town with two more More
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Lifestyle

Indie-pop duo among acts set for event at iconic pub

Four of "Australia's biggest party starters" will perform at a special event at More
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Learning

School entrance revamp targets pedestrian safety

Work has started on a $1.5 million upgrade to a school entrance, with More
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Driver fined twice for speeding within 10 minutes

A man has been fined after being detected speeding twice by Bruce Highway More
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Paid parking required in planning for major precinct

Parking meters are set to form part of a major new urban centre, More
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Dog owners push for change amid fine concerns

Dog owners are calling for changes to off-leash rules at a Sunshine Coast More
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Council responds over new beach shelter

A new shelter has been delivered at a popular beach access point. The shelter More
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Business

Wheelchair user stranded after taxi no-show

A wheelchair user missed his grandson’s baptism after a pre-booked taxi failed to More
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Community

New retail site helps fund vital services

A not-for-profit organisation, which supports individuals and families affected by cancer, has opened More
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Man charged over string of break-ins

A man has been charged with 28 offences after investigations into multiple break-ins More
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Community

Free fair celebrates disability inclusion, community

A country fair celebrating connection and inclusion is set to return the hinterland More
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Late-night drowning leaves man fighting for life

A man in his 20s has been assessed in a life-threatening condition following More
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Business

From surf club fare to toasties: new venture opens

A new toasted sandwich outlet has opened on the Sunshine Coast, continuing the More
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Motorcyclist in life-threatening condition after crash

A man in his 30s has been taken to hospital in a potentially More
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Discount retailer to shut doors despite growing trade

A discount retailer is preparing to close one of its two Sunshine Coast More
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Farewell to ‘Golly’, a cop’s cop and comfort in crisis

Seven months after illness forced him to surrender the job he loved, former More
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‘Gone too early’: warrior Steve Irwin’s enduring legacy

Twenty years after Steve Irwin's sudden death, a man who wrestled crocodiles with More
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Letters

Your say: new seawall, shipping channel and more

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor More
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Popular trail closed as landowners, council clash

A popular hinterland trail has been closed indefinitely amid a dispute between property More
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Eight-level development proposed for former medical site

A former medical site in a key CDB location could be redeveloped under More
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Sport

Aussie wildcard into US Open’s last 32

Diminutive Dane Sweeny has won a real-life David-versus-Goliath battle to rock the US More
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New CEO named for fast-growing airport

A new chief executive officer has been announced for Sunshine Coast Airport, bringing More
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Council

Private land part of proposed pest surveillance program

Noosa Council officers want to inspect selected private properties for invasive species over More
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Learning

Entrepreneur turns allergy idea into winning venture

An allergy-management app designed to help people navigate everyday situations has taken top More
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Opinion

Sami Muirhead: smile and say ‘cheesecake’

Do you have a dish that is your absolute favourite thing in the More
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B2B: as if!

Sometimes two little words can make a very big difference. In a recent More
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Council

Council gives green light for Buddhist centre

A major Buddhist centre has won approval for a significant expansion on the More
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Community

Offshore site ruled out for dredged sediment disposal

An area off the Sunshine Coast is no longer being considered as a More
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Business

Auto retail giant opens first new-format store

The managing director of a prominent auto retailer says the Sunshine Coast is More
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Community

Young fur seal surprises on Sunshine Coast

A young long-nosed fur seal has made an unexpected extended stay at a More
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New hospital brings jobs and expanded care

A new hospital is set to create about 60 jobs across nursing, administration, More
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Ashley Robinson: having a smashing time

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B2B: lending outlook remains strong

There’s been plenty of discussion across the lending industry recently as lenders, brokers More
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Five-storey unit proposal for prominent beachfront strip

A prominent beachfront site has been earmarked for a major apartment redevelopment that More
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Revamped stretch of path, new viewing platform opened

A large section of walkway has been renewed and opened to the public More
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Holiday park changes spark petition

A holiday park shake-up has sparked a petition, with long-time visitors concerned about More
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Council planners back taller hotel plan

Sunshine Coast Council have approved the proposed changes at Thursday's ordinary meeting. Earlier: Council More
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New wine bar puts a Spanish spin on coastal dining

The team behind three popular Sunshine Coast venues has opened a new wine More
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New shopping precinct attracts national brands

A new $80m retail precinct on the Sunshine Coast is set to open More
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Shopping centre and hotel form partnership

The Sunshine Coast's largest retail complex and a nearby hotel have formed a More
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School library used as classroom amid enrolment growth

Members of a school community have backed a call for more space after More
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School expansion worth $47m unveiled

A major project has delivered new learning areas, specialist facilities and room for More
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Dolphins filmed using shells to hunt fish

Sunshine Coast researchers have captured footage of dolphins using seashells to catch fish More
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Childhood rescue sparks LifeFlight doctor’s career

A childhood encounter with an aeromedical helicopter set Dr Neeban Balayasoderan on the More
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Coast loses one of its most generous couples, eight days apart

Roy and Nola Thompson spent 69 years side by side, building a family, More
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New coffee venture brews support for families

A new not-for-profit coffee initiative aimed at helping families access vital health services More
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