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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

New $27m unit to support mums after childbirth

A new facility at a Sunshine Coast hospital will provide specialist care for More

Childhood rescue sparks LifeFlight doctor’s career

A childhood encounter with an aeromedical helicopter set Dr Neeban Balayasoderan on the More

Last Lightning foundation player departs after 10 seasons

A Sunshine Coast Lightning foundation player has parted ways with the club after More

Sami Muirhead: dancing away with my heart

My daughter and I sharing a dodgy hotel room, a kebab feast and More

Police investigate after woman presents with gunshot wound

A crime scene has been declared and police are investigating after a woman More


Beach-facing family home blends prestige with practicality

An absolute beachfront, multi-storey luxury home with sweeping ocean views has hit the market. Known as Pacific House, the five-bedroom, three-bathroom, eight-car residence at 122 Pacific Boulevard, Buddina, is being marketed by Next Property Group. Agent Richard Scrivener said the owners were “highly motivated” to sell, and genuine offers submitted before More


Data centre survey puts $35,000 figure on buyer reluctance

New data centres could deter prospective property buyers or prompt them to demand More

Bricklaying boss warns of skilled worker shortage

The Sunshine Coast is facing a skilled worker shortage as the region gears More

Restaurant’s ‘food bible’ double award win

A double award victory has placed a hinterland restaurant among Australia’s standout dining More

Former labour hire firm fined over farm records

A former labour hire provider and its manager have been fined over false More

Hidden signal in videos could help solve crimes

Technology being refined on the Sunshine Coast could help solve some of the More

Ashley Robinson: extending my appetite

I had a light-bulb moment last week. Well, it took a while, but More

Proposed motorway project faces scrutiny

A plan for two ramps at a key stretch of motorway is being More

Feedback opens on The Wave station designs

Plans for station precincts between Beerwah and Caloundra are now open for public More

Sweeping NDIS changes get the green light

Dozens of 11th-hour amendments to a controversial bill designed to claw back runaway More

Police seek information after alleged assault at beach

Police are seeking public assistance after an elderly man was allegedly assaulted at More

School library used as classroom amid enrolment growth

Members of a school community have backed a call for more space after More

‘Sweet as’: new store to open at tourist hotspot

A popular Sunshine Coast ‘born’ chocolatier is set to open a new store More

Football’s popularity set to soar in region

Football is expected to surge in popularity on the Sunshine Coast with key More

From courtroom to cocktails, distiller starts afresh

A micro distillery operating from a 25sqm shed behind a law firm on More

Maleny Dairies responds to questions over interstate milk

Questions over the source of Maleny Dairies milk have prompted the company to More

Council planners back taller hotel plan

Council planning officers have recommended approval of a taller version of a major More

Rare large vacant site in heart of Coast hits market

One of the largest blocks of vacant land in Maroochydore has attracted the More

New pickleball facility set to open

A major new pickleball facility is taking shape, with eight purpose-built courts set More


Photo of the day

Photographer Lesley Evans took this stunning sunrise photo overlooking Shelly Beach. 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

Council highlights progress of projects

Noosa Council has hailed its efforts on projects and initiatives, highlighting a string More

Surfers among bravery award recipients

Three Sunshine Coast surfers who rescued a man in a rip current and More

Coaching transforms seniors’ health in weeks

A healthy ageing program is set to be rolled out nationally following a More

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

Housing land warning over data centres

Scarce, well-serviced Sunshine Coast land needed for housing could instead be taken up More

Council rejects shark link to sand pumping

A community coastal advocacy group has raised concerns that sand pumping at Maroochydore More

Coast racing industry’s huge economic impact revealed

The Sunshine Coast racing industry’s impressive economic footprint has been detailed in an More

Police investigate serious two-car collision

Police are appealing for information as they investigate a serious two-vehicle crash that More

Cat’s tick ordeal highlights risk

A Sunshine Coast cat’s battle with paralysis has emphasised the danger that ticks More


Pallister caps dream meet with second Ledecky defeat

Lani Pallister has toppled swimming legend Katie Ledecky for a second time in More

Land rezoning plan targets future business growth

Community feedback is being sought about rezoning around 20ha of land in a More

Surf lifesavers encouraged to join police ranks

Surf lifesavers are being urged to consider careers with the police force under More

New coffee venture brews support for families

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

School expansion worth $47m unveiled

A major project has delivered new learning areas, specialist facilities and room for More

Man hospitalised after serious single-vehicle crash

A 24-year-old man has been taken to hospital in a potentially life-threatening condition More

Your say: tallest building, housing project and more

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

New seawall complete as beachfront reopens

A long-running seawall reconstruction is nearing a major milestone, with key parts of More

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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Dolphins filmed using shells to hunt fish

Sunshine Coast researchers have captured footage of dolphins using seashells to catch fish More

Queensland-first procedure introduced at hospital

A new procedure is being used at a Sunshine Coast hospital to treat More

Coast to host Olympic pathway lacrosse event

More than 20 national lacrosse teams will try to get a step closer More

Council

Petition raises concerns over crab pots and sharks

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

Access to popular beach flagged for review

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

Trail steeped in history undergoes key works

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

Business

New beach bar brings Mediterranean flavours

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

Prominent hotel unveils new look

A Sunshine Coast hotel has reopened under a new brand after a refurbishment More

Bank goes against grain with $2m upgrade of branch

A major bank has reinforced its commitment to a Sunshine Coast town and More

Learning

Man charged after alleged wrong-side motorway crash

A man has been charged after a two-vehicle crash on the Sunshine Motorway, More

‘Best in show’: robotic dogs set to impress

University of the Sunshine Coast students have taught robodogs new tricks, developing a More

Council and university join forces for region’s progress

Sunshine Coast Council and UniSC have signed a partnership agreement worth up to More

Community

Food rescue hub opens to meet rising demand

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

Food service lifeline reopens

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

‘Amazed we survived’: organisation finds new home

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

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