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Fines issued as council continues blitz on illegal camping

More than a dozen fines have been issued as a local council continues More

New mayor outlines next steps after result confirmed

The new mayor of the Noosa Council has been confirmed, with deputy mayor More

Growing sportswear label opening new Coast store

A popular Australian-owned and operated sportswear brand is set to open on the More

What to expect from the weather at Easter

Sunshine Coast locals and visitors may need umbrellas for Easter, after the Bureau More

Oarsome footage of teenage rowers goes viral

Footage of a Sunshine Coast surfboat crew has garnered plenty of attention, with More

Latest news: two house fires; snake bite

Thursday, March 28, 3.50pm: A stable patient was transported to Sunshine Coast University More

New children’s book character comes to life at attraction

A new attraction featuring a beloved children’s book character has opened at a long-running Sunshine Coast tourism venture. Zog, A Forest Adventure has opened at the Ginger Factory in Yandina, hot on the bushy tail of the Gruffalo Trail, which came to an end in January after receiving about 150,000 More

Community notes: surfer meets her idol

When Leading Aircraftwoman Kobey Misios discovered her childhood idol would be coaching the More

Beach driving study starts as police issue Easter plea

Researchers are trying to find out why so many drivers of four-wheel-drives are More

Two new faces among first confirmed councillors

The first members of the new-look Sunshine Coast Council have been confirmed after More

Sum Yung Guys trio reveal plans for next eatery

A Noosa-based celebrity chef has announced his latest restaurant venture, branching into a More

Abandoned lakeside camp leased to veterans group

A veterans support organisation has secured the lease on an abandoned recreation and More

Bonza adds website booking option after feedback

Sunshine Coast-based low-cost airline Bonza says it has listened to customer feedback by More

Surf conditions prompt Easter beach safety warning

Following another tragic summer on the Sunshine Coast, thousands of volunteer surf lifesavers More

Where $6m for a one-bedroom apartment is the norm

A long-term Noosa real estate agent says wealthy homebuyers are now more inclined More

Retirement village expansion planned after takeover

A major expansion of a hinterland retirement community has been proposed, after the More

Frog habitat comes along in leaps and bounds

Strategically located wetlands are helping to support vulnerable frog species at a master-planned More

High-rise proposed to ‘transform’ entertainment strip

A luxury 12-storey development – inspired by an umbrella – has been proposed More

Renewed plea to use council building as shelter for homeless

There are repeated calls to turn a vacant council-owned building into an emergency More

Reforms introduced for manufactured home parks

Reforms to rules around living in manufactured homes in residential parks will make More

Sami: why I’ve switched from double-shot lattes to instant coffee

When it comes to my daily ritual, I have gone rogue and returned More

Steve Irwin’s legacy remembered in new TV ad

A new television commercial paying tribute to Steve Irwin will premiere on Sunday More

Big makeover for Big Pineapple

A refurbishment of a heritage-listed attraction is well underway, although there is little More

Hospital’s first prosthesis inpatient reaches milestone

The first inpatient to receive prosthetic limbs made and fit at Sunshine Coast More

Clubs recognised among best in the state

Sunshine Coast sports clubs have been recognised as being among the state's best. Coolum More

Photo of the day

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Sunshine Coast Forecast

Your say: cinemas closure, election results and more

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

Prominent beach holiday park on the market

A large, well-established holiday park near the beach has attracted plenty of attention More

Attraction’s iconic windmill restored to former glory

A popular Sunshine Coast tourist attraction’s most iconic landmark has received a makeover. After More

Rapid rise has Coast paddler poised for Paris

Three years ago, Ally Clarke had barely set foot in a kayak. Now, she’s More

‘No better place to B’: community claims national award

A relatively new Sunshine Coast over-50s community has claimed a national award for More

Fishing report: mangrove jacks loving dirty water

Unsuitable fishing conditions have continued this week, with rain and wind hampering many More

Five teens facing stolen vehicle charges

Police have charged five people in relation to multiple property-related offences, including an More

Jane Stephens: look around and see the best of humanity

Many are the mentions of humanity going to hell in a handbasket. Road ragers, More

Master-designed waterfront residence exudes elegances

Nestled along the tranquil shores of the Mooloolah River lies a residence that More

How historic surf event will wave in milestone year

There is a big celebration in the pipeline for an iconic surfing event as it prepares to mark a major milestone. Held annually across the Easter long weekend, the event pays tribute to the region’s “grandparents” of surfing as it showcases some of the best surfing talent. In 2024 the Pa More

Leading architect unveils proposed Coast debut

One of Queensland's leading architectural companies says it hopes to make a splash More

How government intends to protect treasured reef

The state government is set to take action to preserve a valuable reef More

‘Pink Link’: how rock star has boosted airline numbers

Sunshine Coast-based independent, low-cost airline Bonza is seeing an uptick in customers taking More

‘Everyone deserves respect’: umpire abuse crackdown

The Sunshine Coast’s largest sporting organisation has launched a new initiative designed to More

Store crowned state’s best takeaway fish and chip shop

A renowned seafood retailer on the Sunshine Coast has been adjudged Queensland’s best More

Show’s over: beloved cinemas set to close

Nambour is losing its cinemas. In a statement released on Wednesday afternoon, Majestic Cinemas More

Plans for 254-site bushland tourist park submitted

A development application has been lodged for a “bushland-oriented” tourist park with more More

Mayoral frontrunner vows to win over doubters if elected

Rosanna Natoli has vowed to win over the people of the Sunshine Coast, More

Wilkie ‘optimistic’ of result as rival slams ‘dirty politics’

Noosa Council’s mayor-in-waiting says he’s “optimistic” of taking the top job, but two More

‘Attractive and contemporary’: city centre plans amended

The growing Maroochydore CBD is set to include more accessible public open space, More

Govt getting on with Games: no intention to cancel

The head of Brisbane 2032 says Queensland is getting on with Olympic preparations More

Best bodysurfers to vie for world tour title on Coast

The globe's top body surfers are set to converge on the Sunshine Coast More

Council

Locals to have their say on array of projects

Sunshine Coast residents will be able to provide feedback on a variety of More

Data shows how major events are boosting region

An increasing number of people are visiting the Sunshine Coast for a range More

Coast’s cultural diversity to be celebrated

The Sunshine Coast's multicultural communities will be celebrated at a range of events More

Business

Tenders open to operate whale-watching tours

A rare opportunity to operate a whale-watching business in a renowned marine park More

Coast operators go for gold in Australian Tourism Awards

Two leading Sunshine Coast tourism operators will compete against Australia’s best in the More

Sold! Real estate business changes hands

A 25-year-old real estate business with 30 employees has changed hands. Ray White Buderim More

Learning

$24m coup for UniSC to lead new research centre

A Queensland-based research collaboration, led by the University of the Sunshine Coast, has More

Uni student discovers new passions in overseas program

A Sunshine Coast woman's love for research and writing has been rediscovered among More

UniSC welcomes blueprint for revamp of universities

The University of the Sunshine Coast has welcomed a plan aimed at increasing More

Community

Five generations mark special family occasion

Five generations of the same family have gathered to mark 100 years between More

Retiree reaches new heights in television series

A Sunshine Coast 64-year-old will show the world that age is just a More

Wellbeing centre opens for veterans and their families

A centralised health and wellbeing hub to support local veterans and their families More

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