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Education entrepreneurs recognised for philanthropy

The owners of a Sunshine Coast educational publishing company have been nominated for a major philanthropy award for their work supporting families escaping domestic and family violence. Ann Smales and Peter Stannard from Buderim-based Firefly Education were shortlisted for the 2025 Queensland Philanthropy Awards. Their nomination, made by SunnyKids and announced More

Brave 7yo girl at risk of becoming paralysed

A brave Sunshine Coast girl is preparing for urgent brain surgery in a More

Revived and renamed: bus to provide homeless relief again

A service that provides a safe place to sleep for those experiencing homelessness More

Club makes last-ditch effort to save struggling venue

The president of a 50-year-old hinterland club has given a “blunt” message as More

Group vows to ramp up fight against quarry plans

A group determined to stop a proposed quarry expansion has vowed to rally More

Stroke survivor to use race as ‘chance to give back’

A woman who suffered multiple strokes is preparing to take part in a More

Housing project to support families escaping violence

A Sunshine Coast children's support charity has launched a transitional housing project that More

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‘Huge cost’: illegal dumping sparks call for action

A local council is calling on the community for help after a significant More

Never forgotten: veteran’s mission to keep ANZAC spirit alive

Every year on April 25, Australians and New Zealanders commemorate those who have More

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

Flooding destroys hospital patient’s car and possessions

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

Testing times for couple dedicated to famed festival

A couple who have been at the heart of the famous Woodford Folk 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