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IN PHOTOS: Holiday snaps from the Sunshine Coast

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Lights down, weights up: new Coast gym experience to open

A new group fitness experience with the lights dimmed like a “nightclub” is coming to the Sunshine Coast. The new gym will provide a "nightclub-simulating" More

No-anchoring zones among river reforms

The establishment of no-anchoring zones and the removal of derelict and unused vessels are among a host of reforms on the way to the More

Fishing report: good catches reported offshore

The past week has seen some good fishing days, with the odd shower about. Unfortunately it looks like showers will set in from Thursday More

‘In total shock’: woman who ignored calls wins jackpot

A Sunshine Coast woman who initially thought she was receiving scam calls has had a pleasant surprise after finding out she'd won thousands in More

Anglers report catching fish with unsightly disease

Sunshine Coast anglers have observed fish in local rivers suffering from a disease that causes ugly red ulcers, following recent heavy rain. Epizootic ulcerative syndrome More

Fishing report: a wet one but fish will still be biting

After a few picture-perfect weeks, the gloomy weather has returned, with showers predicted for the long weekend. Windy conditions will make offshore fishing tricky, so More

Surf, sun, fun, family time, splashing into a river or a walk with the dogs … you can’t beat holiday time on the Sunshine Coast. Our roving photographer Warren Lynam has put together this selection of postcards that show off our unbeatable lifestyle.

Sebastien, 9, and Micah, 11, cool down with a swim in the Maroochy River near the Chambers Island bridge.
The Cooper family enjoys a quiet picnic at Mooloolaba: Michelle and Dylan with Jade, 7, and Arielle, 4.
Sunny Ford,9, was stoked after catching some great waves a Alexandra Headland.
Does Coastal living get any more relaxed than this? A stroll with the dog, coffee in hand, watching the waves roll in and feeling the sun on your shoulders at Alex.
Some people just take Christmas celebrations to the next level. Like the owners of Rainsford Place in Buderim, who put on a stunning display. Picture: Pete Evans

Doug Hallam and Archie Spillman chill out with a surf.

Mooloolaba Beach was a popular spot for a dip and to try out the new bodyboards that arrived under Christmas trees.
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