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Unit block proposal for historic beach shack site

A multimillion-dollar beachside property could be transformed into a six-storey apartment development under More

New public housing plans open for feedback

Consultation has opened on a proposal to build a public housing development on More

Petition raises concerns over crab pots and sharks

A petition calling for more dredging and restrictions on baited crab pots over More

Young chef wins state title to earn place in national final

A 22-year-old Sunshine Coast chef has claimed the Queensland crown in a prestigious More

Women’s race record falls as runners flock to festival

The women's marathon race record was broken amid the biggest turnout in Sunshine More

Deep-tech summit to put Coast in innovation spotlight

The Sunshine Coast will host a new event showcasing emerging technologies such as More


Researchers hunt causes behind younger cancer surge

A first-of-its-kind human tissue biobank will be established on the Sunshine Coast to combat Australia’s second-leading cause of cancer deaths. Researchers at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) will grow miniature, 3D models of bowel cancer tumours in a laboratory to test potential new treatments. It’s believed to be Australia's More


Why Aussies keep heading to the Coast

The Sunshine Coast has retained its position as the nation’s top regional migration More

Long-term lease puts motorsport club on track for expansion

A Sunshine Coast motorsport club is preparing to expand its racing facilities after More

‘Moved heaven and earth’ to get medals to mass event

Organisers of the Sunshine Coast Marathon have expressed "huge relief" that a shipment More

Your say: hospital parking, water security and more

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

Property acquisition claims disputed

A Sunshine Coast MP has accused a law firm of “fear-mongering” after residents More

Record field set for marathon festival on closed roads

More than 16,000 participants are set to take part in the Sunshine Coast More

Building with popular eatery hits market

A two-level building that hosts one of the region's best-known eateries has been More

Study highlights spare rooms amid housing crisis

New research suggests matching older homeowners with spare rooms to younger renters could More

Marine incidents report prompts boating safety warning

New figures have revealed most Queensland recreational boating incidents occur in favourable conditions, More

Jane Stephens: making sense of the Census

The Census might have an image problem. For many Australians, it is something More

Families may wait longer for triple murder crash trial

Families of three people killed in a triple-fatal highway crash might have to More

Risky driving detected at popular beach

A man has been fined after police caught him driving above the speed More

Property acquisitions scaled back for transport project

The owners of dozens of properties that were earmarked for acquisition have been More

Access to popular beach flagged for review

The road, parking and pedestrian arrangements at a well-used coastal recreation area will More

Popular venue’s replacement decided

The future of one of the Sunshine Coast’s best-known waterfront venues has been More

Residents seek safer speeds near busy sporting precinct

A petition calling for a 40km/h speed limit on a busy road near More

Woman ‘exterminated’ after theft allegations, jury hears

A woman was "exterminated" by her housemates and her body dumped in bushland More

New centre opens for tinnitus sufferers

A dedicated tinnitus healthcare centre is set to open on the Sunshine Coast, More


Photo of the day

“The long exposure highlights the movement of the clouds and the calmness of the water, while the vibrant orange and red hues create a dramatic contrast against the evening sky," photographer Afiq Ab Rahman said. "It was a beautiful reminder of the natural beauty that can be found right on our doorstep.” Photo taken at sunset at Pelican Waters. 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

Ashley Robinson: service is more than a smile

To borrow a line from a popular radio personality-turned-corporate leader: “Is it just More

Revamp of favourite coastal path delayed

The $4.2 million renewal of a heavily-used pathway has been pushed back by More

Search starts for new SEQ dam site

The state’s water supplier has been tasked with identifying a new South-East Queensland More

‘No warning’: business fears impact of amenities build

A riverside business owner has raised concerns about the impact of a $1 More

Police appeal for information after alleged assault

Police are appealing for public assistance following an alleged late-night assault on the More

‘On holidays’: flatmate’s claim after mum went missing

The daughter of a missing woman discovered her mother's valuables had been taken More

‘Very bad look’: defender given three-game ban

Brisbane Lions defender Ty Gallop has been suspended for three games for a More

Net-zero energy neighbourhood planned

All homes in a new residential development will feature solar and battery systems More

Dozens of weapons seized in region under Jack’s Law

Police have seized multiple weapons after scanning thousands of people on the Sunshine More


Green light for 90-bed backpacker hostel

A backpacker hostel has been approved for the heart of Maroochydore. Sunshine Coast Council More

New beach bar brings Mediterranean flavours

A new Mediterranean-inspired beach bar has opened on the Sunshine Coast, with a More

Neighbours join forces for unique waterfront sale

A rare opportunity to buy two adjoining waterfront properties as one has come More

Food rescue hub opens to meet rising demand

A new food distribution hub is set to increase support for people in More

Linking uni’s big ideas with business

The architect behind some of the Coast's most transformative economic development projects has More

Why modern facelifts are more natural-looking

Women seeking facial cosmetic surgery are increasingly looking for subtle, natural-looking results rather More

Police investigate serious highway crash

Police are investigating a serious crash involving three Sunshine Coast men on the More

New deadline bid for long-running development

An eight-storey mixed-use development approved for a high-profile coastal site is the subject More

Police appeal for help to locate girl

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a 14-year-old girl, missing from More


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Contract awarded for harbour entrance improvements

A contract has been awarded to progress long-term safety and accessibility at a More

Trail steeped in history undergoes key works

A popular Sunshine Coast heritage trail has been improved so people can enjoy More

Food service lifeline reopens

Those in need are being reminded that help is still available across the More

Council

Major transport link proposed for town centre

A new bridge designed to improve connections and support future growth has been More

Ocean pool gets smooth new look

A picturesque coastal pool has been revitalised, to the delight of locals and More

Heart of beach town refreshed

A popular community space in the centre of a beach town has been More

Business

Franchise to take over iconic site

A national cafe franchise is making its Sunshine Coast debut after securing a More

TAB responds as Coast hotels drop services

A long-running TAB service at a Sunshine Coast hotel is set to disappear More

Finance specialist engaged to help local traders

A business resilience-building event is set to put residents in direct contact with More

Learning

Multimillion-dollar shark study to guide beach safety

A $2.4 million research project will investigate Queensland’s shark population and behaviour in More

Students build full-scale flying taxi prototype

A group of Sunshine Coast high school and university students will showcase a More

Growing community welcomes new early learning centre

An independent Queensland childcare provider has opened its first Sunshine Coast centre in More

Community

‘Amazed we survived’: organisation finds new home

A Sunshine Coast charity and social enterprise has made a vital move after More

Future-proofing: essential wastewater assets renewed

Major renewal works undertaken by a local utility are expected to help secure More

Bill relief flows through water pricing changes

Water bills are set to be less of a ‘drain’ on household budgets More

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