WATCH: Sunshine Coast Airport today welcomed a new Qantas service between Sunshine Coast and Melbourne which will operate daily.
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Neighbourhood Watch launches in Harmony Estate Palmview
WATCH: At a recent community meeting resident from Sippy Downs and the new Housing Estate Harmony have come together to expand the program. A new committee was formed recently with a strong focus on community engagement with local police.
ARA Pro Racing Sunshine Coast announces 10 new riders and new partnerships for 2021
WATCH:The Australian Cycling Academy is bolstering its ARA Pro Racing Sunshine Coast roster ahead of the new year, with the signing of 10 promising new riders and announcement of a three-year contract extension with the Sunshine Coast Council.
Shark Dive Xtreme returns to SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
WATCH: It’s the Summer of Sharks at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast! The Mooloolaba aquarium is giving guests the opportunity to sink their teeth into the world of these fascinating sea creatures during the school holidays and features the return of Shark Dive Xtreme.
Fresh look for popular Maroochy foreshore revealed
WATCH: The Maroochy River foreshore along Bradman Avenue at Maroochydore has never looked better, with an extensive $2.623 million facelift in two locations ahead of the summer holidays.
Crikey! Robert Irwin Turns 17
WATCH: Extended interview. Along with birthday celebration day details and the unveiling of the new sculpture, Robert opens up about learning to drive, photography, life at the Zoo, the impact of Covid and continuing dad Steve’s legacy.
Santa comes early for children affected by cancer as Bloomhill launches Christmas Appeal
As Bloomhill Cancer Care launches its 2020 Christmas Appeal, local business Jaz Realty has teed up Santa to give some early gifts to children of cancer-affected families. Santa’s sleigh has been mounted atop a classic Bentley, with gifts for 22 children to be presented at a private festive event for families.
Drink enough water! Avoid heat stroke and dehydration
WATCH: An important message from our Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. While getting active at the beach, rainforest or in the bush are great ways to enjoy the great outdoors this summer, Queenslanders must remember the importance of proper hydration and sun safety as hot weather hits.
The Events Centre, Caloundra Celebrates 40 Years of Entertainment!
WATCH: The Events Centre, Caloundra (TEC) is proud to be celebrating 40 years of providing the Sunshine Coast with entertainment and community events, as well as business events, gala dinners and many other events.
Greater Police presence aims to deter public nuisance offences in Nambour
WATCH: Today, police are conducting a good order operation in Nambour CBD. The operation will target anti-social behaviour whilst also providing support to vulnerable members of the community and connecting them with local services.
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$12m Federal funding released for new Mooloolaba bridge
WATCH: The Australian Government has unlocked $12 million in funding to duplicate an existing 350 metre two-lane section of Brisbane Road.
Australia’s largest high ropes course opens at the Sunshine Plaza, Sunshine Coast
WATCH: Australia’s largest high ropes course —Next Level — will be officially opened to the sounds of whizzing zip lines over Cornmeal Creek at Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore this morning.
Construction of the new $2.65 million Nambour Splash Park
WATCH: Youngsters and the young at heart will have a revitalised Nambour Aquatic Centre in 2021, with construction of the new Nambour Splash Park now underway.
Toads an unexpected parenting partner for teenage mums
WATCH: The Nambour Cup really its straps this year with the biggest field in the race’s history jumping from the barrier-bucket Thursday morning. An annual fundraiser to help teenage mums stay in school.
Sunshine Coast Airport welcomes Qantas back as new Canberra service starts
WATCH: Sunshine Coast Airport has today welcomed Qantas back for the first time since March as the carrier launched its inaugural service to Australia’s capital.
Maroochydore CBD project secures a $2.5 billion development commitment
WATCH: Maroochydore City Centre’s shovel ready CBD redevelopment is set for acceleration under a new development agreement with one of Australia’s leading private property groups.
Australia’s largest ropes course on poles is ready for a flying start
WATCH: The action at Sunshine Plaza has soared to new heights with today’s announcement that Australia’s largest high ropes course, Next Level, will open its zip lines to the public at 9am on Friday 27 November.
Forest Glen Village gets the green light
WATCH: The much-loved Forest Glen shopping strip is set to be complimented by a new multi-million-dollar master-planned retail and shopping precinct after Sunshine Coast Council approved a development application for stage one of the Forest Glen Village Centre today (12 Nov).
Council wins top engineering awards for Airport Project
Sunshine Coast Council has won Project of the Year at the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, Queensland Awards this week (November 10) for the Sunshine Coast Airport Expansion Project.
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Live streamed CCTV vision keeping Brightwater safe
WATCH: The trial is over, it was a huge success and now live streamed vision is constantly rolling in from four of Brightwater’s parks thanks to CCTV vision captured by four cameras erected around the estate.
Seedlings of hope – planting in solidarity and support for victims of domestic violence
WATCH:Sunshine Coast residents are invited to take part in a special tree planting event on Friday 4 December in Mooloolaba in an act of solidarity and support for victims of domestic violence.
A little car, a feminine approach leads to top gong at the Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2020
Her vibrant artwork is already wrapped around a MINI art car and roving the streets, but last night the laurels kept coming with Natalya Hughes taking out the top gong at the Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2020 announcement.
Major ASX listed firm commits to Foundation Place as doors set to open
WATCH: An ASX listed electricity provider has been confirmed as a major tenant within the new Maroochydore CBD’s first commercial building Foundation Place.
Safe places for Sunshine Coast women and children escaping violence
Additional safe places for women and children escaping domestic and family violence will be available on the Sunshine Coast following a $2.6 million Morrison Government Safe Places grant announced for Coast2Bay Housing Group.
Federal MP helps Sunshine Coast businesses access $1.5 billion Modern Manufacturing Strategy
WATCH: Sunshine Coast business leaders gathered today at Federal Member for Fisher Andrew Wallace’s Fisher Manufacturing Forum to learn more about how to access the Morrison Government’s $1.5 billion Modern Manufacturing Strategy and bring new jobs to the Coast.
Federally promised CCTV cameras installed in Brightwater
Installation is underway on four permanent CCTV cameras in the Brightwater estate. Last month a funding agreement was finalised between the Brightwater Community Association and the Australian Government allowing installation to begin.
Market Lane Residences – first tower likely to sell out before Christmas
The first residential project within the new Maroochydore CBD precinct, Market Lane Residences have proven to be an overwhelming success with over 85% of apartments within the first tower selling since the public launch early September.
New chef-prepared heat and eat meals to hit White’s IGA fridges
THE HATTED CHEF- chef-prepared, heat & eat meals are now on sale at all White’s IGA stores, offering great time-saving delicious meals as well as creating local jobs, and feeding the homeless.
Free online tool builds circular economy
Sunshine Coast Council today launched a free online tool to divert waste from landfill and connect local businesses.