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Special units combine to arrest man facing 20-odd charges

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Coast median home value soars to be on par with Sydney

With the prospect of paying at least $1m for a home in many More
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Camping operator seeks funds for approval after complaint

The operator of a creekside campground has set up a crowdfunding campaign to More
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Beloved family cafe closes after more than a decade

A family-owned cafe that had operated in the Sunshine Coast hinterland for more More
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‘Missing piece in the puzzle’: mayor hails streetscape project

Sunshine Coast mayor Rosanna Natoli says a $27 million streetscape project will provide More
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NRL stars on show: big names set to feature in trial

Several high-profile rugby league players are poised to showcase their wares in a More
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Development of iconic farm set for council vote

Councillors will next week determine whether to approve a development plan for an iconic farm, with the proposal to establish about 420 dwellings recommended for approval. The agenda for next Thursday’s ordinary meeting of Sunshine Coast Council includes reaching a determination on a development application for Wises Farm. The proposal includes More
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Applications open for community talks with government

The first state government-driven Community Cabinet for 2026 is set to take place More
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Research confirms Aussie attraction to Coast

Queensland is doubling down on its reputation as one of the country’s most More
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Butt it out: cigarettes dominate yearly litter count

Australians have been urged to bin their butts as the plastic ends of More
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Sami Muirhead: a cup full of quirky tastes

I was making a cup of tea for my mate Ash when I More
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What next for Coast milk factory after Brisbane site closure?

It remains unclear how operations could change at a Sunshine Coast milk factory More
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Business

Italian couple re-opens eatery in former pizzeria space

A cosmopolitan team with a background in private catering has opened a new More
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‘Split-second decision’: pedestrian walks in front of moving vehicle

A Sunshine Coast motorist says a split-second decision likely prevented a serious crash More
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Coast’s federal MPs involved in Opposition reshuffle

The Sunshine Coast’s two federal MPs are among pollies impacted by a Liberal More
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Campsites, cabins and weddings proposal opens to feedback

Public consultation has commenced for a proposed function and accommodation venue in the More
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Thousands set for surf life saving championships

Members of surf life saving clubs from around Queensland are ready for action More
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Ashley Robinson: spelling out the details

With just over a month to go to Easter and hot cross buns More
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Coast hospital a world-leader in robotic-assisted surgery

A Sunshine Coast hospital has completed the highest number of robotic-assisted shoulder replacements More
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Alarm sounded on weight-loss medications

While weight-loss medications are often hailed as wonder drugs for improving the lives More
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Health alert issued as measles exposure sites identified

Sunshine Coast Health has announced a public health alert and revealed three locations More
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Councillor launches petition as data reveals e-mobility toll

A Sunshine Coast councillor and more than 1500 locals are calling for tougher More
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Future of rail land uncertain after track realignment

The state government is unsure what will become of rail land after a More
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Health retreat seeks approval after council letter

An application to formalise an existing mental health retreat in the Sunshine Coast More
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Consultation open for multi-sports court at popular park

Public consultation has opened on a proposed multi-sports half court in Landsborough, with More
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Photographer Carola says: “I took this photo of my dog Leo on one of Buddina’s leash-free beaches with a glorious sunset in the background. Hope you like the picture as much as I do". 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.
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22-year-old ‘living fossil’ fish caught at Coast dam

A rare 22-year-old saratoga has been caught and released at Ewen Maddock Dam, More
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Local creperie takes over popular patisserie

The team behind French restaurant Flo’s Creperie has expanded into the world of More
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New $400k fire truck boosts frontline firefighting capability

A $400,000 state-of-the-art fire truck has been delivered to a Sunshine Coast rural More
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Land protected for Moreton Motorway after route refined

Key land has been protected for a section of planned motorway between Brisbane More
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‘Business as usual’: Coast store unaffected by retailer’s collapse

The Sunshine Coast franchise of long-running retailer Barbeques Galore will continue to trade More
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Legal fight looms over roadside billboard refusal

Plans to install a 10m-high electronic advertising sign beside one of the Coast’s More
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Data shows shift in ambulance ramping at main hospital

A Sunshine Coast MP says ambulance ramping has decreased at the region's main More
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Working farm with luxury living hits the market

A hinterland estate known as Tera Alta, which blends productive farming capability with More
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‘Growth is coming’: Coast eyes 500,000 residents

With the Sunshine Coast set to surpass 500,000 residents by 2041, experts are More
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New gun laws target drive-by shootings and extremism

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has announced major gun law reforms aimed at cracking More
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Traffic crash knocks out power, blocks road

Emergency services attended the scene of a two-vehicle traffic incident this morning that More
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Two taken to hospital after e-bike battery fire

Two people have been transported to hospital after an overnight house fire caused More
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Path considered beside road where boy was fatally hit by car

A footpath could be constructed beside a winding edge-of-town road where a teenager More
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Residents petition council to halt childcare capacity increase

A petition against the proposed expansion of an already-approved childcare centre in a More
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Wastewater plant set for upgrade, faces enviro review

A Sunshine Coast wastewater treatment plant has been earmarked for an upgrade and More
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Former Wallabies coach to vie for council seat

An ex-national team coach and recipient of an Australia Day honour has revealed More
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Reduced speed limit, pedestrian crossings on way to town

A suite of safety measures is set to be introduced along roads in More
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New retail stores signal strong confidence

Ten new stores and a series of major expansions have opened at Sunshine More
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Police investigating altercation

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Man runs marathon in main shopping centre

A Sunshine Coast man has run the distance of a marathon within the More
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Turbine food and beverage pilot project will not proceed

The Turbine food and beverage pilot project proposed for the Sunshine Coast Industrial More
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Council introduces speed limit change in residential area

Speed limits on council-controlled roads in Pacific Paradise will be reduced to 40km/h More
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Parking changes proposed for headland street after complaints

Concerns about antisocial behaviour have prompted Sunshine Coast Council to propose new parking More
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Mobile ‘sleeper’ extends its service reach

A mobile homeless shelter will extend its services next year, offering rough sleepers More
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‘Culinary legacy’: new eatery a multi-generational affair

A family with a strong culinary legacy has brought generations of Indian cooking More
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Family entertainment centre up for sale

The Sunshine Coast’s largest indoor family entertainment and adventure centre is up for More
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Viral cookies turn mum’s market stall into three-store success

A Sunshine Coast family business that began as a humble market stall has More
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Coast-led study sheds new light on exercise and ageing

New research led by University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) academics is examining More
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Local scientists confirm rare minke whale presence

Acoustic data captured by local scientists has confirmed the presence of an elusive More
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College opens state-of-the-art facility

Caloundra Christian College has opened a major new facility designed to give students More
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Sports voucher program returns for active kids

With back-to-school expenses out of the way, Queensland families are now facing another More
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New community garden sprouts on Coast

The Sunshine Coast has a new community garden, providing residents of Meridan Plains More
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Flood-affected groups bolstered by grants

A selection of not-for-profit groups impacted by wild weather on the greater Sunshine More
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Research confirms Aussie attraction to Coast

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Camping operator seeks funds for approval after complaint

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