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11/02/2025

Caboolture Police are appealing for public assistance to identify two people who may be able to assist them with their investigations into the serious assault of a 70-year-old male in Elimbah, Friday, January 24.

Police are investigating reports that at approximately 6pm, two men travelling north along Beerburrum Road in a light-coloured dual cab Toyota Hilux Ute have pulled over onto the side of the road. Click through for all the details.

Queensland Police Service

Caboolture Police are appealing for public assistance to identify two people who may be able to assist them with their investigations into the serious

10/02/2025

The Queensland Government's permanent 50 Cent Fares officially begin today, helping to encourage the use of public transport and easing cost of living for Queenslanders. Click through to see how patronage has increased.

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 transp...

10/02/2025

The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital remains a lifeline for native wildlife, with repeat patients like koala Summer returning to our care, underscoring the critical need to protect these iconic animals. Click through for more.

Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors

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 conju...

09/02/2025

The bustling Lorraine Avenue corner at Marcoola has been reimagined by Sunshine Coast Council into a pedestrian shared zone, where locals and visitors can more safely stroll, chat and enjoy the beauty of their surroundings. Division 8 Councillor Taylor Bunnag said the project was designed by our community, for our community, with a vision to create a more pedestrian-friendly area that would enhance our quality of life.

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 ...

09/02/2025

Will we see the momentum for independents in Sunshine Coast seats this federal election? Keryn Jones says we're ready for a new kind of politics—"one that puts our community first". Click through to read more.

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...

09/02/2025

Sunshine Coast Council draft Dog Exercise Area Plan and Network Blueprint is now open for community feedback, and this is your chance to help shape the future of how we share our region’s open spaces with our dogs.

Click through to read more and don't forget to have your say.

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, includ...

29/11/2024

Sad.. sign of the times.

📣 It is with deep regret and a heavy heart that we inform you that Barung Landcare has made the difficult decision not to proceed with the Maleny Wood Expo in May 2025.

This decision has not been made lightly, as we fully understand the significant social, economic, and cultural impact the Expo has on our community, and especially on those who have been attending the Expo for many years. The Expo has always been a cherished occasion, bringing together exhibitors, visitors, volunteers, and supporters in celebration of our local craft, environment, and shared values.

Unfortunately, due to our organisation facing ongoing financial challenges, combined with rising supplier costs, the impacts of unpredictable weather, stricter contractual hire agreements, and the declining availability of sponsorship and investment, these factors combined, have led the Barung Landcare Management Committee to conclude that the financial risk to the organisation is now far too great to proceed with a 2025 event.

At this time, there are no decisions about future events, but we remain open and committed to exploring all possible avenues, and will be looking at alternative ways to continue supporting our community as we navigate these challenges.

We deeply value the relationships we have built over the years with our exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers, and the broader community. We understand the disappointment and hardship this news may bring, and we are working hard to explore new ways of sustaining the spirit of the Expo and continuing the meaningful work we do together.

Barung Landcare is incredibly grateful for the years of ongoing support of Sunshine Coast Council to the Maleny Wood Expo and Sunshine Coast Wootha Prize, and we are continuing to look at ways we can continue to work together, along with our other partners. For now, the Sunshine Coast Wootha Prize will be closed to entries.

We sincerely apologise for the impact this decision may have on you all, we ask that you offer compassion and kindness to our frontline staff and contractors who deliver the Expo, as the entire team is deeply feeling this decision at the moment.

If you have any further questions, please send these to [email protected]

We thank you for your understanding, patience, and continued support as we work through this difficult period.

The Barung Landcare Management Committee

21/10/2024

Housing, not only is it a key topic for the election, Sunshine Coast Council has also just opened community consultation for a proposed Temporary Local Planning Instrument (TLPI) which aims to create a greater variety of housing and accommodation opportunities in the emerging Birtinya Town Centre. Click through for the details and how to have your say.

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 p...

21/10/2024

Get ready for some spooky fun. FestEVIL is back at Aussie World. Click through for more details.

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 Coa...

09/10/2024

Cars, just another device checking in with the mother ship. Should we be worried?

We compare the privacy policies of Australia's biggest selling car brands to see how they track and monitor drivers.

06/10/2024

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.

Sunshine Coast Council Sunshine Coast Stadium

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....

04/10/2024

Last night, the Caloundra Residents' Association held their meet the candidates event. We were invited along to record the proceedings and to make it available to those who could not make it or would like a recap. If you're in the Caloundra electorate, it's well worth a look. Hear what they said, judge for yourself.

Congratulations to Caloundra Residents Association for holding the event and encouraging residents to be informed voters. Special mention also to Min Swan for a job well done MC'ing the event.

https://youtu.be/fpKD9KjN1Rk

Caloundra Residents Association Jason Hunt MP Kendall Morton - LNP for Caloundra Peta Higgs - the Greens OSCAR Inc

Candidates forum organised by the Caloundra Residents Association for the 2024 Queensland state government election. The forum was held on the evening of 3/...

30/07/2024

New/updated venues heading for the Sunshine Coast.

04/07/2024

Congratulations on your 40 years Qld Garden Expo Always a great event!

Tomorrow, the gates swing open to over 360 exhibitors, Australia's biggest gardening speaker program, and unforgettable experiences for the whole family.

We can't wait to welcome you to the 2024 Queensland Garden Expo! Come and celebrate our 40th Anniversary with us!

Gates open 8am 😀

Tickets here: https://bit.ly/2LbBEEs

16/06/2024

The full ramifications of Bonza's collapse are being realised with Sunshine Coast Council's Mayor Rosanna Natoli appealing to the Queensland Government for assistance in mitigating the impact. Click through for more.

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 cou...

10/06/2024

Sunshine Coast to Host First RoboRAVE World Championships in Australia on July 13-14 at University of the Sunshine Coast. Click through for all the details.

Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Rosanna Natoli RoboRave Australia

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

10/06/2024

Scammers never rest .... Sunshine Coast police are aware of reports of a scam that impersonates police officers requesting evidence. Click through for more.

Sunshine Coast police are aware of reports of a scam that impersonates police officers requesting evidence. During investigations, police officers may

10/06/2024

Have you seen Danny?

Police are continuing to appeal for urgent public assistance as the search continues.

Have you seen Danny?

Police are continuing to appeal for urgent public assistance as the search continues for missing 34-year-old man Dennis Cole in Doonan on the Sunshine Coast.

https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2024/06/10/update-2-missing-man-doonan-sunshine-coast/