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Disruptions ‘unavoidable’ as council staff plan next strike

Union members at Noosa Council are set to strike again in an ongoing More

Five-storey data centre proposed for city centre

The Coast’s evolution into a digital and commercial hub looks set to continue More

Bowls and surf clubs in line for $2.6m of upgrades

Two Sunshine Coast clubs have been promised funding to enhance their venues. The Maleny More

‘Huge cost’: illegal dumping sparks call for action

A local council is calling on the community for help after a significant More

Belated bonanza: man finds forgotten lotteries ticket

A Sunshine Coast man is $100,000 richer after he discovered a forgotten Lucky More

Tree dispute stalls plans for seven-storey project

A proposed 23-unit apartment development has sparked a legal challenge over conditions imposed More



‘Home of the gods’ poised to sell for at least $15m

A “mind-blowing” estate atop a peak amid the Glass House Mountains is set to change hands. The 5.7-hectare (11.68-acre) property at Mount Mellum is expected to sell for more than $15 million after it was put on the market this month. It features an award-winning dual-pavilion mansion with five bedrooms and More


B2B: Changes mean buyer and seller must beware

Major changes relating to the purchase and sale of property in Queensland are More

Bridge over troubled hauler: another truck stuck in rail jam

Queensland Rail is urging truck drivers to take more care after another Sunshine More

Rope bridge repaired to help wildlife cross busy road

A 130m long rope bridge that acts as a wildlife corridor for native More

ARIA-charting band on the horizon for 10-day festival

From ARIA-charting Aussie rock bands to mural artists and comic filmmakers, a festival More

B2B: Interest rate cuts could open doors for homebuyers

As global markets respond to renewed US tariffs under Donald Trump’s policy agenda, More

Party calls for end to welcome ceremonies

A political party with three local candidates for the federal election is calling More

Design work to start on replacement of ageing seawall

Work is set to start on designing the replacement of a 50-year-old seawall. Contractors More

Residents call for coastal road to be one-way

Concerned locals have urged Sunshine Coast Council to make an increasingly busy road More

Election hopefuls outline how they’ll engage with public

The countdown to the federal election on May 3 is continuing, with pre-polling More




‘It’s all paid off’: resurgent surfer rings up victory at Bells 

A revitalised board-rider from the Sunshine Coast is savouring victory at one of More

World’s best bodysurfers set for shoreline showdown

The Sunshine Coast is set to put competitive bodysurfing on the map. The region More

Man and girl hospitalised after multiple surf rescues

A man has been taken to hospital in a potentially life-threatening condition after More

New Bribie bridge a step closer as business case released

A new bridge to Bribie Island is closer to becoming a reality, with More

Woman dies after plunging down waterfall

A woman has died after falling about 80 metres down a popular waterfall More

Your say: breakthrough review, dingo problems and more

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

80+ PHOTOS: Coast pays tribute on ANZAC Day

Photographers Grant Richards and Brian Walsh were on hand during ANZAC Day commemorations More

Flood rescue and lightning strike after night of heavy rain

A person has been rescued from floodwaters and another was struck by lightning More

Lest we forget: Coast pauses to remember on wet ANZAC Day

Across the Sunshine Coast this morning community members have gathered to pay heartfelt More


Photo of the day

"A glorious display of flowering gum trees makes morning walks around Shelly Beach even more enjoyable," Ruth Fiechtner remarked after taking this photo. 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


Easter feast: python devours possum at busy beach

A slithery creature has enjoyed quite the Easter feast while stunning visitors at More

‘Ongoing challenge’: group works towards reliable harbour access

The state's waterways authority says it is doing what it can to address More

Builder ordered to pay clients who backed out of contract

An award-winning builder who brought his clients before a tribunal after they pulled More

Party pledges to provide free school meals for kids

A federal election candidate on the Sunshine Coast says free school meals would More

Sami Muirhead: it’s a howl new world

My tiny mind was blown this week when I read about the fact More

Ashley Robinson: a sign of the times

I usually write a heartfelt column about the Easter holidays and what it More

ANZAC Day: where you can attend services on the Coast

This Friday the country will stop to remember the sacrifice and bravery of More

Carjacking, shooting accused to remain behind bars

A man accused of carjackings, a fatal crash and shooting a good Samaritan More

Landmark defaced: prominent structure targeted by vandals

A renowned water tower by the sea has been tarnished by vandals. The Point More




Coast cashes in with another million-dollar win

Rays of fortune are shining on the Sunshine Coast, where a local woman More

Mexico trip on the line as experienced chef opens eatery

A chef with more than a decade in the industry is aiming to More

Candidates outline why they should get your vote

Pre-polling for the May 3 federal election has opened, with candidates continuing to More

Ex-Test star’s domestic violence jail term suspended

Former Australian Test cricketer Michael Slater has been handed a prison term for More

Man charged after multi-car crash and alleged shooting

A man is under police guard in a hospital after being accused of More

‘So fast I was shocked’: meteor lights up night sky

Sunshine Coast residents have taken to social media to share their sightings of More

Congestion-busting road hits environmental delay

The future of a road project that has been in planning for more More

Beachside blocks on track to hit market after disagreement settled

The developer of a beachside site with a controversial past hopes to release More

‘Unique and intimate’ retreat hits the market

A large hinterland sanctuary that boasts three living areas and an expansive studio More



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Dogged devotion: how hydrotherapy is changing canine health

A passion project turned profession is making a splash in the world of More

Developer fined $150,000 for not paying into trust account

Developer Stockland says it is committed to upholding fair payment legislation after one More

Updated: Man arrested after alleged shooting and fatal crash

A woman is dead and a man has been seriously injured following an More


Council

Heart of beach town in line for streetscape refresh

The centre of a bustling beach town is set to be revitalised with More

Berms, seawalls and more considered for beach suburbs

Sunshine Coast Council is examining the potential for revetment walls, landscaped berms, seawalls More

Plan to attract luxury hotels endorsed

A Sunshine Coast Council plan to expand luxury hotel offerings has been backed More

Business

Shopping centre expansion well underway

A shopping complex expansion in a booming suburb is expected to be completed More

Wine bar owners expand with ‘luxe’ new restaurant

A Mediterranean-style wine bar has expanded its offering next door with a new More

Hospitality group with four Coast hotels sold off

A Sunshine Coast hospitality group that owns four local hotels has been sold More

Learning

New principal settles in at independent school

A new principal has been welcomed to an independent school on the Sunshine More

College breaks ground on expansion

Work has started on an expansion of a Sunshine Coast school that supports More

Celebration planned to mark school’s 150 years

Past students will return from around Australia to join present students in celebrating More

Community

Never forgotten: veteran’s mission to keep ANZAC spirit alive

Every year on April 25, Australians and New Zealanders commemorate those who have More

Driving change: local charity earns state honour

A community group that hosts an annual car rally to raise money for More

Record $292k raised at rescue service gala

A night of dining, dancing and auctions for more than 500 guests has More

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