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Traffic changes introduced for peak holiday crowds

Noosa Council will reintroduce temporary traffic measures around Hastings Street this Christmas and New Year to manage heavy congestion and keep beachgoers safe during More

Photo of the day: apricot dawn

This stunning photo was taken just before sunrise at Coolum by Prue Henschke.  If you have a photo of the day offering, email photo@sunshinecoastnews.com.au. Photos More

‘Quickly changing’: a look to the future in 2050 time capsule

What will life on the Sunshine Coast look like in 2050? Will social media still exist? Will mobile phones remain hand-held? Will fast trains More

Woman suffers serious injuries in e-scooter crash

Police are investigating a serious single e-scooter traffic crash on the Sunshine Coast. Initial investigations indicate that about 12.30pm on Sunday, a 33-year-old woman was More

Next breakthrough closed, second dredge arrives

A second high-powered dredge has arrived as emergency works to stabilise Bribie Island continue, with officials reporting strong progress across two recently closed breakthrough More

Your say: bridge plans, festival site and more

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor at Sunshine Coast News via news@sunshinecoastnews.com.au. You must include your name and More

Saturday, October 5, 4.40pm: One stable patient has been transported to Nambour Hospital following a fall from a motorcycle on a private property at Yandina Creek at 2.55pm.

Saturday, October 5, 1.10pm: Four stable patients have been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash on South Coolum Road at Coolum Beach at 10.56am.

Saturday, October 5, 1.10pm: A stable patient has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a single-vehicle crash into a pole on the corner of Queen Street and Jeffreys Court at Caloundra at 10.30am.

Saturday, October 5, 1.10pm: A stable patient has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a bicycle incident on the corner of Erang Street and Nicklin Way at Currimundi at 8.35am.

Friday, October 4, 1.45pm: Sunshine Coast beachgoers are being reminded to be wary of surf conditions during the long weekend.

Local beaches are expected to be packed and Surf Lifesaving Queensland lifesaving services manager Natalie Edwards urged locals and holidaymakers to follow lifesavers’ directions.

“We are anticipating a beautiful weekend …. we are anticipating a busy three days for our lifeguards and surf lifesavers.”

“We remind everyone, even those who frequent our beaches regularly, to only swim between the red and yellow flags at a patrolled beach during patrol hours.”

Friday, October 4, 1.45pm: Emergency services have converged on a crash on Brisbane Road at Mooloolaba.

The southbound lanes, near Culbara Street, were closed. Queensland Police urged people to avoid the area and to expect delays.

Friday, October 4, 7.05am: Expect sunny conditions this weekend, with just light winds on Saturday and 15 to 25kmh NW to N winds on Sunday. Temperatures should range between 13 and 28 degrees Celsius.

Thursday, October 3, 2.30pm: A stable patient was transported to Nambour Hospital following a reported snake bite to the leg at Woombye at 1.31pm.

Thursday, October 3, 1pm: A patient in a stable condition was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a trench digger rollover on Tanawha Road, Tanawha, at 11.34am.

Thursday, October 3, 9.10am: A stable patient was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash on the corner of Petrie Creek Road and David Low Way, Diddillibah, at 8.23am.

Thursday, October 3, 6.50am: A patient was assessed for smoke inhalation following a house fire on Landsborough Maleny Road at Landsborough at 5.51pm yesterday. The patient declined transport to hospital.

Wednesday, October 2, 5.45pm: Police are appealing for public assistance to identify a man who may be able to assist them with their investigations into the alleged assault of a 78-year-old woman on the Esplanade at Maroochydore (Cotton Tree) on September 15.

Investigators are appealing to this man, or anyone who recognises him, to contact police.

During the incident, the woman was allegedly struck to the face and was transported to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital for a facial injury.

The man pictured is believed to regularly play the saxophone in the park and may be able to assist police.

Investigators are appealing to the man, or anyone who recognises him, to contact police.

Wednesday, October 2, 4.20pm: One stable patient has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a vehicle and e-bicycle incident on Neptune Circuit, Noosaville, at 3.28pm.

Wednesday, October 2, 4pm: Paramedics transported one patient in a stable condition to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash involving a rollover on Broadmeadows Road and Evans Street at Maroochydore at 3.09pm.

Wednesday, October 2, 12pm: A stable patient was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a vehicle and motorcycle crash on Maleny Stanley River Road, Booroobin, at 10.12am.

Wednesday, October 2, 7.20am: Paramedics attended a house fire reported on Gloucester Road at Buderim at 2am. Two stable males were assessed, however no transports to hospital were required.

Tuesday, October 1, 12.55pm: A man has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a life-threatening condition following an incident while on a bike on Maroochydore Road, Maroochydore, at 11.59am.

A Queensland Ambulance Service spokesperson said the man was treated by paramedics after he experienced a significant medical episode while he was on the bike. The incident did not appear to be trauma-related.

Tuesday, October 1, 12.10pm: A single-vehicle crash has occurred on the Bruce Highway at Meridan Plains. Emergency services were on scene. The crash happened on the Caloundra Road off-ramp northbound towards Glenview. One or more lanes were affected and delays were expected.

Tuesday, October 1, 7.15am: A man in his 50s was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition following a reported snake bite to the ankle at a private Buderim residence at 7.32pm last night.

Tuesday, October 1, 7.15am: A woman in her 50s sustained facial injuries and was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition after a two-vehicle crash on Karawatha Drive, Buderim, at 6pm.

Monday, September 30, 11.10am: Sunshine Coast libraries will be closed on Thursday for the annual team member development and training session. During this time library members can still explore books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, music and so much more through the eLibrary.

Monday, September 29, 6.35am: No patients were reported at a gas leak on the corner of Arundell Avenue and Elizabeth Street at Nambour at 10.40pm.

Sunday, September 29, 6.30pm: Paramedics have transported a stable patient to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash on Bungama Street at Maroochydore at 3.46pm.

Sunday, September 29, 8.55am: Paramedics have transported a stable male patient to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a single-vehicle rollover on Coronation Avenue at Nambour at 5.56pm.

Saturday, September 28, 8.15am: Paramedics have transported a stable male patient to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a single-vehicle crash into a light pole on Parsons Close at Pelican Waters at 5.41am.

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