Council selects small businesses to operate on community land
From amphibious environmental tours and tandem skydiving to bungy trampolines, stand up paddle lessons and kite surfing lessons - there’s a range of activities that small businesses will be undertaking on community land on the Sunshine Coast from 1 July 2013. Sunshine Coast Council has given … more
[Audio Highlights] In a press conference this morning, LNP Candidate for Fisher Mal Brough clarified the circumstances surrounding the controversy … more
RDA Fund injects $773,000 to Tennis Centre development project
The Sunshine Coast Regional Tennis Centre project has received a $773,000 boost from the Regional Development Australia (RDA) Fund Round Four, … more
Bullets fly as Labor steps up gender war
By Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra Mal Brough, centre of the storm over a crass restaurant joke. This started as a tale of how … more
Cleantech businesses says Coast is leading the way
Only a few short weeks ago the Sunshine Coast Council identified Cleantech Industries as one of the region’s nominated seven high value industry … more
New President of Zonta The Blackall Range Club
Every 2 years Zonta Clubs elect a new President – The Blackall Range Club has elected Audrey Lyttle from Palmwoods to lead their Club Audrey is a … more
Prep Teacher Aide boost for Kuluin State School
Member for Buderim, Steve Dickson has proudly announced Kuluin State School was one of 69 schools across the state to receive one teacher aide hour … more
Council selects small businesses to operate on community land
From amphibious environmental tours and tandem skydiving to bungy trampolines, stand up paddle lessons and kite surfing lessons - there’s a range of … more
Brough hits back over menu controversy
[Audio Highlights] In a press conference this morning, LNP Candidate for Fisher Mal Brough clarified the circumstances surrounding the controversy … more
Free music and magazines at your local library
Two new and exciting products providing access to free music and magazines are just the latest benefits of being a member of your local … more
Bullets fly as Labor steps up gender war
By Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra Mal Brough, centre of the storm over a crass restaurant joke. This started as a tale of how … more
Registrations open for inaugural Mudfest
Registrations are now open for the inaugural MudFest, a 2km mud obstacle course giving kids, teenagers and fun-loving adults the chance to get muddy … more
Grammar Foundation aims for Aquatic Centre
Although still considered relatively young compared to its Brisbane counterparts, Sunshine Coast Grammar School has proudly launched their Foundation … more
Morcombes take child safety message national
Parents of abducted and murdered school boy Daniel Morcombe are planning to take child safety messages to all Australia and promote Day for … more
Symposium draws waste industry leaders together
Environment Minister Andrew Powell today welcomed industry leaders and international delegates to a Waste and Recycling Symposium in Brisbane. Mr … more
Cleantech businesses says Coast is leading the way
Only a few short weeks ago the Sunshine Coast Council identified Cleantech Industries as one of the region’s nominated seven high value industry sectors in its Economic Development Strategy so it is fitting that one of the Coast’s newest … more
Ausmar Homes’ tackles inclusion confusion with latest display home
Local award-winning builder, Ausmar Homes believes it has levelled the playing field for those looking to build on the Sunshine Coast by offering clarity on the myriad of inclusions builders offer in its new display home in the Stockland Brightwater … more
Ditch that dodgy old fridge
The Sunshine Coast World Environment Day Festival will be held this Sunday and one local business will be there to celebrate the day by offering customers a unique chance to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and their electricity bill. Accord … more
Local business Injecting life back into Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Tower
A local family company, GeoDrill Pty Ltd, based in Buderim run by father and son team Steve and Tom Partleton, are completing the geotechnical drilling works required to resurrect the beloved Surf Life Saving Tower located at Mooloolaba … more
Tourism Noosa Unveils ‘Welcome To Noosa’
Tourism Noosa yesterday launched an innovative new tourism initiative at a VIP launch with Celebrity Chef, Pete Evans and industry stakeholders including Tourism and Events Queensland Chairman, Mr Stephen Gregg, The Hon. Glen Elmes MP Member for … more
RDA Fund injects $773,000 to Tennis Centre development project
The Sunshine Coast Regional Tennis Centre project has received a $773,000 boost from the Regional Development Australia (RDA) Fund Round Four, announced on Wednesday. RDA Sunshine Coast Chair Prof Max Standage said the successful grant application … more
OzSki Resort launch a double celebration for Emma
The long-awaited Coolum OzSki Resort has been hailed among Australia’s best water-ski facilities and of international standard after a successful State Titles wrapped up on Sunday. The launch of the 32ha resort was brought forward to allow the … more
Holden Scramble heads to Palmer Coolum Resort
Australia’s largest pro-am golf event, the Holden Scramble, is coming to Palmer Coolum Resort with at least six events to be hosted on the championship golf course between March and September 2013. The ‘Scramble’s’ 22nd season launch was … more
State Funding Wins for Coolum Clubs
Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson has congratulated the Coolum and District Netball Association and the Coolum Croquet Club on gaining funding through the first round of the state government’s Get Playing funding. Ms Simpson said that the … more
Gold Coast the new home of Australian PGA Championship
The PGA of Australia today confirmed the Australian PGA Championship presented by Coca-Cola has found a new home on Queensland’s Gold Coast at RACV Royal Pines, after 11 years at Palmer Coolum Resort. Following an extensive search within the … more
Discover edible landscapes at your local library
Join presenter Bruce Molloy for free Edible Landscapes sessions at Sunshine Coast Council library locations across the Coast in July 2013. As part of council’s Sustainable Living commitments you are invited to discover the following … more
Fruehlings Quest to showcase local talent
The largest ever search for young local talent on the Sunshine Coast is on, set to take the stage on Saturday 10 August 2013 to showcase the high standard of budding musicians, performers, dancers and singers residing on the Coast. The talent … more
Registrations open for inaugural Mudfest
Registrations are now open for the inaugural MudFest, a 2km mud obstacle course giving kids, teenagers and fun-loving adults the chance to get muddy with a buddy on the Sunshine Coast on Saturday 10 August 2013. The first of its kind for the … more
Reinventing customer service
Join Cathy Molloy from Target Training and uncover the true definition of customer service at the free Go the Extra Mile sessions at Sunshine Coast Council library branches during July and August. In this session participants will learn the … more
Magic shows, craft and science for kids at Eumundi Markets
It’s all happening at Eumundi Markets in the upcoming school holidays with high energy magic shows, science activities, and craft classes for kids. Saturday 29 June and Saturday 6 July will see Nickleby the Magician performing two fabulous FREE … more
New President of Zonta The Blackall Range Club
Every 2 years Zonta Clubs elect a new President – The Blackall Range Club has elected Audrey Lyttle from Palmwoods to lead their Club Audrey is a local Civil Celebrant and has had many years of experience in industry & in various community … [Read More...]
Help Lifeline Shops provide warmth this winter
Lifeline Shops Sunshine Coast and Caboolture wants to help those in need to rug up this winter and banish the colds and flus brought on by those cutting winds and low temperatures. Lifeline Shops are keen to help prepare for those winter chills by … [Read More...]
Are your chimneys and fireplaces in good working order?
The Queensland Fire and Rescue Service (QFRS) is reminding residents to stay safe when keeping warm this winter by making sure chimneys and fireplaces are in good working order. Each winter, firefighters attend to multiple house fires which … [Read More...]
Rotary Club of Alexandra Headland membership drive
The Rotary Club of Alexandra Headland has encouraged Sunshine Coast residents to get involved and help out in the community. The Rotary branch recently held a breakfast meeting in a bid to attract potential members to the thriving organization who … [Read More...]
Maroochydore Library Upgrade
Sunshine Coast Council will commence the next stage of the Maroochydore Library upgrade on Sunday 12 May, with works expected to be completed by Sunday 23 June 2013. The library will remain open during the refurbishment and it is expected that … [Read More...]
