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Interchange plan key to unlocking traffic ‘chokehold’

The state government has spruiked its plans to unlock the Sunshine Coast’s traffic More

Future of island park now uncertain

The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service has closed a park on the northern More

Lottery lane: street to feature prize homes

A suburban street is set to become one of the Sunshine Coast's most More

Major roads closed for rescheduled endurance event

Several of the Sunshine Coast's main roads will be closed for an annual More

Sami Muirhead: Alfred through a new lens

Have you ever been ‘dumpster diving’? I did a few weeks ago. I must say, More

Arena plans at heart of $10b Coast transformation

The Sunshine Coast could be in line to host more events at the More

‘Deteriorating landmark’ makes final voyage from river home

A houseboat that became something of a landmark on a popular river has been removed from the water after more than two decades. The 12m boat was recognisable thanks to its timber cladding, green tin roof and rooftop deck. It had sat afloat the Noosa River on a registered mooring since More

Coles recalls spinach products amid possible contamination

Coles is recalling various pre-packed spinach products sold in their supermarkets, stores and More

‘World-class’: $60m oncology centre opens

A state-of-the-art oncology centre has opened, with the $60 million facility aimed at More

Motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in crash

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital in a critical condition following a More

Last stage of $8m residential development completed

The final stage of an $8 million residential estate has been completed, with More

Proposed apartment complex requires alterations

Plans for a three-storey apartment block near a town centre need to be More

Teenager involved in serious e-bike crash

A teenage girl has been rushed to hospital after a significant e-bike crash More

City restaurateur expands offering with new ‘sister’ venue

The sister venue of a popular Sunshine Coast restaurant is preparing to “shake More

Ashley Robinson: all antsy over cyclone

Ant movement is the latest topic that Old Mate is an expert in. She More

Taxpayers to get $10 a week cut in pre-election budget

Taxpayers are being promised $10 a week of relief in a pre-election sweetener, More

Advocacy group rates island review as step in right direction

A community group championing the protection and restoration of Bribie Island has described More

Minister reverses 90-unit affordable housing approval

The approval of an affordable housing project on the Sunshine Coast by a More

‘Key figure’ in evolution of city centre steps down

The man who "laid the foundations" for the growing Maroochydore city centre is More

Biosecurity blitz: $24m for battle against fire ants

A new $24 million program is expected to help South-East Queenslanders in their More

‘The Wave’: rail and metro buses to link airport by 2032

A "seamless public transport" link for the Sunshine Coast has been spruiked as More

How Coast will benefit from new Games plan

The Sunshine Coast will be home to new and upgraded facilities and a More

Long-awaited Brisbane 2032 venue plan finally revealed

After some false starts, the race to the Brisbane 2032 Games is underway More

‘Bad eggs’ causing park havoc in sights of authorities

A meeting of stakeholders has been scheduled to discuss ways to address anti-social More

Pedestrian seriously injured in main road incident

A man has suffered serious injuries after a vehicle and pedestrian incident on More

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A tranquil morning at the lake at Sippy Downs. This photo was taken by Peter Correya. 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

‘Opulent’ chateau draws interest from around the world

An extravagant Sunshine Coast residence is expected to attract a hefty sum after More

Beachgoers warned to be on alert for dangerous canisters

South-East Queensland beachgoers, including those on the Sunshine Coast, have been warned to More

Surf clubs and RSL recognised among best in state

A club on one of the Sunshine Coast's busiest beach strips has received More

Mayor optimistic on state development decisions

The mayor of Noosa is optimistic the state government will "respect the community's More

Thieves swipe tobacco in ram raid at servo

Thieves have used a stolen car to smash their way into a Sunshine More

Review of island breakthrough announced

The state government is launching a review of the Bribie Island breakthrough, with More

Intersection ‘upgrade’ dubbed a safety hazard by locals

Completed roadworks at a T-junction have been panned by residents, who say it’s More

New burger joint ‘smashing’ up the local food scene

A new burger bar tucked within a popular local hangout is serving up More

Funding pledge for ageing surf lifesaving clubhouse

A multimillion-dollar funding boost has been earmarked for one of the Sunshine Coast's More

Staff allowed to bunk down in hospital during cyclone

A ward at Nambour General Hospital was turned into sleeping quarters for staff More

Transport company accused of not paying leave

A Sunshine Coast-based transport company and its director are being taken to court More

Surf sports icon donates collector board for fundraiser

A Sunshine Coast surf sports legend has gifted a special board to be More

Waterfront site set for transformation after development approval

A mixed-use development that will bring “a whole new vibrancy” to a riverfront More

Your say: holiday park fees, green bridge and more

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

Hooning and drug charges follow alleged burnout

Three people have been charged following the execution of a search warrant in More

Plan to attract luxury hotels endorsed

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

Crossing the line: residents vent over parked vehicles

Sunshine Coast Council is moving to alleviate residents' concerns about "hazardous" parked vehicles More

New drive-through planned for fast-food precinct

A popular Mexican restaurant chain has applied to establish another outlet on the More

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Court bid to overturn refusal of tourism development

An appeal has been lodged against Sunshine Coast Council’s refusal of an application More

Coast again leads the pack in enticing new residents

The Sunshine Coast continues to attract droves of new residents from around the More

Waterfront haven offers private beach and rare boat shed

A newly built, custom-designed waterfront home with its own private beach and boat More

Council

Three projects put beachside suburb’s future in focus

Community members and visitors have been invited to help shape the future of More

More than 700kg of waste removed from waterways in three days

Loads of rubbish have been pulled out of Sunshine Coast rivers and creeks More

Residents asked for suggestions on park upgrade

Community members have been invited to help shape the future of a local More

Business

Funding to help tourism sector rebound from weather woes

A funding boost is expected to help the Sunshine Coast tourism industry bounce More

New bar opens just steps from the beach

A new beachfront bar has opened, becoming the third venue for a group More

Hinterland B&B up for national recognition

A Sunshine Coast hinterland bed and breakfast is in the running for a More

Learning

Flexible learning hub to receive $520K boost

An education centre that helps secondary school students stay engaged will get a More

Educators honoured with national award

Two academics, instrumental in delivering one of the largest courses at the University More

Growth focus as UniSC unveils plan for next decade

The University of the Sunshine Coast has revealed its four-year strategic plan and More

Community

Flooding destroys hospital patient’s car and possessions

A Sunshine Coast retiree has lost his car and many of his belongings More

Swim icon’s touching tribute to sporting legend

Tributes have flowed for a local sporting legend and war veteran who passed More

Defying the odds: Coast dad wins gold after stroke

An inspiring Sunshine Coast father of two has returned home from the Invictus More

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