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Help shape future dog exercise areas

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Help shape future dog exercise areas

With over 54,000 registered dogs on the Sunshine Coast, the Council is seeking community input on a new Dog Exercise Area Plan and Network Blueprint to balance the needs of dog owners, the wider community, and the environment. The draft plan proposes expanded and improved dog-friendly spaces, including larger

Community support for independent Fisher candidate

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Community support for independent Fisher candidate

Momentum is building for independent candidate Keryn Jones in Fisher, with more than 80 locals attending the official opening of her campaign headquarters in Caloundra. Held at 136 Bulcock Street, the event brought together volunteers, supporters, and community members, transforming the space into a hub for discussion and engagement. Attendees

50 cent fares made permanent

50 cent fares made permanent

Queensland’s 50 cent public transport fares have officially become permanent*, fulfilling an election commitment aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures. Since the introduction of the discounted fares, more than 93.3 million trips have been taken, saving commuters over $181 million. Public transport usage has increased by 18.3% compared

Koala’s return highlights need for wildlife protection

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Koala’s return highlights need for wildlife protection

The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital remains a crucial lifeline for native wildlife, with koala Summer returning for treatment—underscoring the ongoing threats to these iconic animals. Summer, first admitted in 2021 after a vehicle collision, recently returned suffering from chlamydia-related conjunctivitis. Back then, she endured severe head trauma and a

Marcoola streetscape revamped

Marcoola streetscape revamped

Marcoola’s Lorraine Avenue corner has undergone a major transformation, creating a pedestrian-friendly shared zone designed to enhance community connection and safety. The Sunshine Coast Council project, completed after the Christmas and New Year break, revitalized the popular beachside area with new pathways, gardens, and improved accessibility. Division 8 Councillor

Queensland Government completes 100 day plan

Queensland Government completes 100 day plan

The Crisafulli Government today announced that it has fulfilled all 43 commitments in its 100-Day Plan, implementing major reforms to address Queensland’s youth crime, health, housing, and cost-of-living challenges. Key achievements include passing the Making Queensland Safer Laws, which enforce tougher penalties for youth offenders, boosting police resources, and

Naomi McQueen to contest Fairfax for Labor

2025 Federal Election

Naomi McQueen to contest Fairfax for Labor

Queensland Labor has selected Naomi McQueen, a local air traffic controller, as its candidate for the federal seat of Fairfax in the upcoming election. McQueen, who lives in Twin Waters with her husband and teenage children, says she is committed to addressing cost-of-living pressures, which she sees as the most

FestEVIL is back to haunt the Sunshine Coast

FestEVIL is back to haunt the Sunshine Coast

Aussie World’s iconic Halloween FestEVIL is back for two seriously spooky days of wicked fun, trick or treating, dress ups and terrifying entertainment. Halloween FestEVIL is a must-do event for anyone who enjoys this eerie holiday that continues to grow in popularity each year on the Sunshine Coast, and

Curated Plate named finalist for national award

Curated Plate named finalist for national award

The Curated Plate, a unique culinary festival showcasing the best of Sunshine Coast’s regional produce and culinary talent, has been named a finalist in the 2024 Australian Event Awards. The event, supported by Sunshine Coast Council, is in the running for the prestigious title of Best Small Regional Event.

Birtinya housing boost: community consultation now open

Birtinya housing boost: community consultation now open

Sunshine Coast Council is inviting residents to provide feedback on a proposed Temporary Local Planning Instrument (TLPI) aimed at increasing housing and accommodation options in the growing Birtinya Town Centre. The initiative seeks to address the region’s housing crisis by amending the current planning framework, allowing for higher-density residential

Council seeks community input on shorebird conservation plan

Council seeks community input on shorebird conservation plan

Sunshine Coast residents are being encouraged to contribute to the future of shorebird protection by participating in a survey on the region's Shorebird Conservation Plan. The Council is reviewing the draft plan for 2025-2030, which focuses on safeguarding both migratory and resident shorebirds that inhabit the area’s

Stadium to remain open amid construction delay

Stadium to remain open amid construction delay

The Sunshine Coast Stadium will continue to operate for another 12 months due to a delay in awarding the construction delivery contract, the Sunshine Coast Council announced today. Early works for the stadium upgrade are now expected to commence in mid to late 2025. Despite the setback, the Council emphasised

Economic turbulence after Bonza Airlines collapse

Economic turbulence after Bonza Airlines collapse

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli is urging the Queensland Government to address the extensive economic fallout from the sudden collapse of Bonza Airlines. Mayor Natoli has reached out to Premier Steven Miles, seeking a meeting to discuss strategies to mitigate the impacts, which she estimates could exceed $100 million. Bonza

Tourism and business unite for sustainability on the Coast

Tourism and business unite for sustainability on the Coast

In celebration of World Environment Day, the first batch of 10,000 trees purchased through the Sunshine Coast Sustainability Program was planted. This initiative, a collaboration between Visit Sunshine Coast (VSC), Reforest, and the Sunshine Coast Council, aims to offset carbon impacts and restore natural habitats by encouraging local businesses

Queensland expands FairPlay Vouchers to boost youth sports participation

Queensland expands FairPlay Vouchers to boost youth sports participation

The Queensland Government is enhancing access to organised sports for Queensland children by expanding the FairPlay vouchers program. Starting July 1, 2024, the value of each voucher will increase from $150 to $200, and the program will be available to all Queensland children aged 5 to 17. The number of

Robotics all the RAVE on the Sunshine Coast

Robotics all the RAVE on the Sunshine Coast

Excitement is mounting as the Sunshine Coast gears up to host the RoboRAVE World Championships for the first time in Australia. The event, set to take place on July 13-14 at UniSC, will draw over 4,000 participants and is expected to inject an estimated $1.3 million into the

Caloundra Music Festival to take a break in 2024

Caloundra Music Festival to take a break in 2024

The Caloundra Music Festival (CMF), a beloved event on the Sunshine Coast since 2007, will be taking a hiatus in 2024 due to soaring operational costs and increased living expenses impacting ticket sales. This festival, recognised with a People’s Choice Award for Festival of the Year at the Queensland

First meeting for new council

First meeting for new council

In her inaugural address at the post-election Sunshine Coast Council meeting, newly elected Mayor Rosanna Natoli outlined her commitment to turning the Sunshine Coast into "a better place for us all." During the session held on April 11, Mayor Natoli emphasised her dedication to community priorities, promising to

Fox on the run

Sunshine Coast Council's Coastal Fox Control Program, aimed at protecting native wildlife by controlling the population of invasive European red foxes, has reported significant success. Since its initiation in 2015, the program has removed 217 foxes, potentially saving over 45,000 native animals. This estimate includes approximately 8,

Book locker beckons book lovers

Book locker beckons book lovers

Residents of Baringa in the Sunshine Coast are celebrating the launch of a unique library service, a first for the region. The new Book Locker, housed within the Baringa Community Centre at 20 Edwards Terrace, offers an innovative way to access a wide range of reading materials. Operating like a

Stage one of aquatic centre upgrade now complete

Stage one of aquatic centre upgrade now complete

The Sunshine Coast has taken a significant leap forward in enhancing its aquatic facilities with the completion of Stage One of the Kawana Aquatic Centre's major upgrade. This new development introduces a purpose-built, 20-metre, five-lane indoor heated pool, marking a new chapter for swimming enthusiasts and learners in

Sunshine Coast begins fresh chapter as new council sworn in

Sunshine Coast begins fresh chapter as new council sworn in

The Sunshine Coast's, newly elected Mayor and Councillors officially took their Declarations of Office, marking the commencement of their term for the years 2024 to 2028. This pivotal event signals the beginning of a fresh chapter for the region, under the leadership of Mayor Rosanna Natoli and her

Meet the Sunshine Coast’s new home birth team

Meet the Sunshine Coast’s new home birth team

The Sunshine Coast is set to pioneer a new publicly funded homebirth service in the second half of 2024, as announced by the Queensland Government. This innovative service is a result of collaborative efforts from a project team including obstetricians, midwives, medical staff, Queensland Ambulance Service, and maternity patients, aiming

Council backs volunteers with sports field maintenance funding

Council backs volunteers with sports field maintenance funding

Eddie Muller, a 42-year-old local of the Sunshine Coast, has been a staple in the area's soccer community for over three decades. Starting his journey in the sport at 12, Muller now holds the roles of Vice-President of the Bli Bli United Football Club and President of the

New mayor for Sunshine Coast

New mayor for Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast finally knows who will be the new mayor with the Electoral Commission of Queensland declaring Rosanna Natoli the winner. Results have also been declared for Divisions 1,2,3,4,5,6,and 9 with Divisions 7,8 and 10 still to be declared.