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‘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

ANZAC Day: where you can attend services on the Coast

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

Party pledges to provide free school meals for kids

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

Ashley Robinson: a sign of the times

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

Carjacking, shooting accused to remain behind bars

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



Shopping centre expansion well underway

A shopping complex expansion in a booming suburb is expected to be completed later this year. Construction is ongoing at the Peregian Springs Shopping Centre, where new retail and lifestyle offerings are on the way. The precinct currently comprises of 18 outlets, including a Coles supermarket. But the 1492sqm expansion will introduce 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

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

Dad plans wedding surprise after winning $100K

A Sunshine Coast man who won more than $100,000 plans to put the More

Motorcyclist involved in serious crash

A motorcyclist has been flown to hospital after a severe crash at a More

New facilities planned for one of Coast’s oldest hotels

The owner of a historic hotel has put a proposal to Sunshine Coast More

‘Surreal’: surfing club savours national crown

A long-running Sunshine Coast club is the toast of the national surfing scene More

Man hurt in reported 20m fall at mountain

A man appears to have fallen 20 metres at a popular peak in More

Man injured in gyrocopter crash on island

A man has suffered multiple injuries in a gyrocopter crash on K'gari. The LifeFlight More


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Police renew appeal for help over mum’s alleged homicide

Detectives have released more information about the alleged homicide of a Noosa mum More

Palmer blows horn for campaign launch on Coast

Clive Palmer and his Trumpet of Patriots party will officially launch their campaign More

Your say: sewage overflow, rise of AI and more

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

State-facilitated 40-unit project officially scrapped

A proposal to build a four-storey, 40-unit project via the controversial State Facilitated More

Boy airlifted in critical condition after being hit by vehicle

A primary school-aged boy has been flown to hospital in a potentially life-threatening More

Island breakthrough review opens to public feedback

Public consultation for the Bribie Island erosion and breakthrough review has officially opened.   The More

Two men suffer potentially life-threatening injuries in crash

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating after two men sustained significant injuries in More

Woman bitten on hands by dingo on K’gari

A woman has been treated by ambulance officers after she was bitten on More

Man gets stunning wake-up call after syndicate wins $70m

Two people who bought Oz Lotto tickets at Noosa and Bribie Island are More



Dogged devotion: how hydrotherapy is changing canine health

A passion project turned profession is making a splash in the world of canine health and wellness with a focus on holistic healing for dogs. Erika Gaspar founded Fine Fettle Canines to provide specialised hydrotherapy for dogs recovering post-operation or dealing with health conditions like arthritis and chronic pain. Ms Gaspar’s More


Demand for multiple lanes at motorway choke point

Hundreds of people are pressing the state government to add more lanes to More

Further industrial action set to impact garbage collections

There is set to be further interruptions to garbage collections in Noosa Shire More

Urban terraces to waterfront blocks: final release in ‘premier’ estate

A residential development combining inner-city and coastal lifestyle is nearing completion as it More

Jane Stephens: the power of rituals

Wearing odd socks when giving a presentation, because thinking of something silly helps More

Ashley Robinson: a lesson for us all

Growing up nearly a lifetime ago – firstly in Eudlo, then Nambour and More

Town undergoing revival as new businesses move in

The arrival of new traders is breathing fresh energy into a hinterland village More

Council requests patience with further strike action on cards

The Noosa community has been asked to be patient as further industrial action More

Forgotten $2 scratchie delivers windfall

An Instant Scratch-Its ticket that was neglected for two months has provided a More

Maverick’s cliffhanger: paraglider recounts crash and rescue

A young adventurer has reflected on a harrowing paragliding crash into a sandstone More



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Maths teacher counts his lucky stars after transplant

A Sunshine Coast maths teacher is celebrating an extraordinary milestone after receiving a More

Big Pineapple Festival date locked in as milestone beckons

The Big Pineapple Festival is set to celebrate its 10th edition with a More

Driver charged after fatal beachside crash

A man has been charged after a fatal crash at a beachside suburb More


Council

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

Three projects put beachside suburb’s future in focus

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

Business

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

Restaurant workers allegedly underpaid

The Fair Work Ombudsman has started legal action alleging workers in a restaurant More

Learning

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

School community lines up to farewell special principal

A Sunshine Coast school has given its long-standing principal a send-off usually reserved More

Community

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

Surf clubs and RSL recognised among best in state

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

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