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Appeal lodged over refusal of backpacker complex

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Lease pressures mount as small businesses navigate rising costs

Small business owners in some of Noosa’s most popular commercial precincts are facing More
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Residents help shape plan for multi-faceted park

A concept plan for a new district park with four distinct areas is More
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Cyclists take on gruelling challenge for kids in care

Cyclists are set to take on some of the region’s toughest hills in More
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Ashley Robinson: the dogged pursuit of the truth

There is an old saying: “Men occasionally trip over the truth. They quickly More
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Flood maps updated ahead of storm season

Sunshine Coast Council has rolled out revised flood maps to help residents better More
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Work starts on $30m upgrade of busy junction

Improvements are being made to a key Sunshine Coast intersection that carries more than 20,000 vehicles per day. Work started on the Sugar Road and Mooloolaba Road intersection, between Syd Lingard Drive and Tantula Road West, on Monday. The state government expects that the $30 million upgrade will help address congestion, More
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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
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Airport development plan given green light

The state government has signed off on a master plan for land around More
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New hinterland cafe promising to bring French flair

A taste of France is coming to the Sunshine Coast hinterland, with the More
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School teachers to strike again as wage talks break down

A pay dispute has led to a second teachers strike in months, sparking More
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Roof collapse floods supermarket amid wild weather

Shoppers and staff members at a Sunshine Coast supermarket were shocked when a More
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Century-old dairy farm hits market after transformation

A property originally established in 1908 as one of the region’s original dairy More
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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
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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
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Paramedics rush to serious motorway incident

Multiple paramedics have responded to a traffic incident on the Sunshine Motorway this More
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Adult learner swims to thank lifesavers

A woman who learnt to swim as an adult is taking the plunge More
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Caloundra SMSF advisory firm wins major national recognition

Caloundra-based boutique firm Vivacè Advisory was named SMSF Firm of the Year at More
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Design phase beckons for stadium expansion

The deputy premier says planning and procurement is well underway for the Sunshine More
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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
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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
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Big-name tenants help push asset sale over $5m

A property leased to well-known auto service brands has sold for just over More
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Red-legged pademelon released into eco park

A red-legged pademelon found weighing just 300g has been released into a burgeoning More
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BOM warns ‘severe’ conditions likely this summer

The Sunshine Coast could face an intense and unpredictable summer, with conditions likely More
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Teenager airlifted to hospital after vehicle rollover

A teenager has been flown to hospital after a serious vehicle rollover. The Sunshine More
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Nation’s big home build already off target

Construction is behind schedule by tens of thousands of homes, fresh figures reveal, More
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Cameras installed in national park after reported dog attack

Authorities have placed cameras in a national park after a man was reportedly More
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Decision made on Men’s Shed in key transport corridor

Members of a community group will be able to utilise their current headquarters More
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New pizza joint highlights ‘local’ gems

The hinterland’s dining scene has a new addition, with hospitality veteran Stuart Derham More
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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
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Rare listing atop headland a ‘golden’ opportunity

An immaculately presented family home in the sought-after residential enclave of Alexandra Headland's More
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‘New beginning’: tidal breakthrough sealed with sand

A tidal breach at an island off the Sunshine Coast has been filled More
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Backpackers’ bid for tourist hot spot rejected

A proposal to transform a small block of units into backpacker accommodation for 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 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

The holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of the year More
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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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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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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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US ship makes special delivery to Coast

A large American vessel has turned heads on the Sunshine Coast, where it 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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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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Climate extremes ‘normal’ for oceans by 2040: UniSC expert

New research conducted by the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) has found 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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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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Ashley Robinson: the dogged pursuit of the truth

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