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Two injured by projectiles thrown from bridge

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Property hotspots revealed: the suburbs on the rise

Fresh data has unveiled the Sunshine Coast towns and suburbs with the most More
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Shopping centre dining precinct transformation underway

Work is underway on a significant upgrade to the dining precinct at Kawana More
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Key council building for lease, residential use ruled out

A prominent Sunshine Coast commercial building is being made available for lease, offering More
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Bridge design revealed but timeframes still unclear

Plans for a new bridge across the Maroochy River at Bli Bli have More
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Near-fatal crash survivor wins $2.7m prize home

A Sunshine Coast man who suffered 50 fractures when he lost control of More
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Refresh of renowned shared street almost complete

A revamp of one of the Sunshine Coast’s most well-known streets is expected to be finished before Christmas. There’s a new look to Ocean Street in Maroochydore, including a 240m road mural, decorative lighting, improved street furniture and safety measures. A Sunshine Coast Council spokesperson said the $700,000 upgrade should enhance More
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No bail for bikie accused over shooting and record bust

A bikie group vice-president alleged to be part of Australia's biggest cocaine seizure More
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Pokie push: council to review gaming machine policy

A local council has voted to explore a policy position that would strengthen More
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Private health firm jabs insurers not paying fair share

Australia's biggest private hospital operator has singled out health insurers for not paying More
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Jane Stephens: the case against ‘castle law’

A person’s home is their castle, worthy of protection. But how far should More
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Alleged unprovoked Gympie assault, witnesses wanted by police

Detectives from the Gympie Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) are appealing for public assistance More
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Car involved in several collisions, CCTV wanted by police

Police are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage after a white Isuzu MU-X More
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Coast man killed in crash on highway

A Sunshine Coast man has died following a single-vehicle traffic crash on the More
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Injury to world stage: Coast athlete’s inspiring comeback

A “career-ending” injury and a stomach bug before a fight couldn’t stop Sunshine More
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Ashley Robinson: raining on my Saturday parade

Storm season is well and truly with us. At the time of writing, More
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Hail storm declared ‘catastrophic event’

A catastrophe has been declared after dangerous superstorms swept the country's east coast, More
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‘We listened’: midnight fireworks returning after hiatus

Midnight fireworks are returning to the Sunshine Coast on New Year’s Eve, alongside More
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High demand for storage as caravans and boats crowd suburbs

Owners of a new specialty storage facility say there is high demand for More
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Developer plans over-50s expansion with up to 268 homes

A hinterland town could soon have more than 500 retirement homes after a More
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Music to return to popular venue as construction works begin

Work will begin this week on a major upgrade to the Maleny Lane More
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Uni trial finds common device aids leg condition

A University of the Sunshine Coast trial has found that a widely available More
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Power outages continue as more storms sweep Coast

Sunshine Coast residents are being asked to remain patient as emergency crews battle More
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Fast-food drive-through to open beside highway within months

A rapidly expanding Mexican fast-food chain will open its fifth venue on the More
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Rare coastal acreage hits the market with international interest

One of Coolum Beach's biggest and most private residential estates has been listed More
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Historic train returns to centre of town

A restored steam train has returned to the Sunshine Coast town it serviced More
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BOM cops backlash for $96m website blowout

The near-universally loathed new Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) website cost taxpayers $96.5 million, More
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Trees down, power out as storms batter Coast

Sunshine Coast residents have suffered power outages and storm damage as a severe More
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Tourist in 70s drowns after reported wave dumping

A man has drowned at a tourist hot spot after reportedly being dumped More
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‘Finally going’: controversial orange buildings face demolition

A bright orange “eyesore” in the heart Caloundra is set to finally be More
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Town still reeling from flood braces for possible deluge

A Sunshine Coast town still recovering from the effects of an ex-tropical cyclone More
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‘A spoonful of la dolce vita’: yogurt bar opens by the beach

A modern Mediterranean self-serve frozen yogurt and acai bar has opened in the More
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Multimillion-dollar site sale underscores industrial demand

A warehouse in a beachside suburb has been sold for $3.6 million, emphasising More
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Investment firm backs Coast tech company’s expansion

A Sunshine Coast-based tech company will expand to include almost 150 staff after More
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Teen pedestrian dies after being hit by ute

A 17-year-old boy has been killed after being struck by a vehicle at More
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Beloved event returns as church rebuild begins after fire

Almost three years after being devastated by a fire, Lifepointe Baptist Church is More
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Your say: e-bikes, developments, traffic and more

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Man fined for dumping waste in forest

A man has been hit with a hefty fine for illegally dumping a More
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Your guide to festive community events

Sunshine Coast streets, parks and beaches are set to sparkle with community-led festive More
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Surf club cafe set to close as petition calls for reprieve

A beachfront coffee shop that has operated for 10 years is set to More
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Flight path changes linked to new runway under scrutiny

Feedback is being sought on flight path alterations implemented due to the change More
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Man charged over second illegal euthanasia death

The man accused of running an illegal euthanasia operation using a fake charity More
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Margaritas on the move as iconic Mexican spot relocates

After 30 years at one of Mooloolaba’s most recognisable dining spots, Montezuma’s is More
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New active transport links open for public consultation

Sunshine Coast residents are being asked to help shape a series of new More
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Sami Muirhead: a zucchini slice of success

I recently learned that you must squeeze grated zucchini by hand to get More
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Man drowns, believed caught in rip

A man has drowned, suspected to have been caught in a rip on More
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Residents help shape plan for multi-faceted park

A concept plan for a new district park with four distinct areas is More
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New discovery for Maleny’s ecological park

Australia’s biggest citizen-science event has uncovered more than 105 species of birds in More
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$4m to help fast-track town square transformation

Design plans for a new town square are being accelerated after the Queensland More
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New hinterland cafe promising to bring French flair

A taste of France is coming to the Sunshine Coast hinterland, with the More
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Archery hub closes its doors after eight years

An iconic Nambour shopfront has closed its doors after eight years in business. Broken More
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Burger baron behind new beachside chicken eatery

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Climate extremes ‘normal’ for oceans by 2040: UniSC expert

New research conducted by the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) has found More
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Treatment of cancers targeted in new research hub

The Sunshine Coast is at the forefront of medical science, with the establishment of More
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Kindergarten makes plea amid uncertain future

A 75-year-old community kindergarten is appealing directly to the Education Minister to allow More
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Decision made on Men’s Shed in key transport corridor

Members of a community group will be able to utilise their current headquarters More
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Safe nights return: Sunny Coast Sleeper set to launch

A vital service providing safe overnight accommodation for people experiencing homelessness is set More
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‘Mini Woolies’ helping students with real-life training

People with a disability and autism now have access to real-life learning on More
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Key council building for lease, residential use ruled out

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