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Plans revealed for new bridge to connect growing suburbs

Construction is underway on a bridge that will connect two suburbs in a More

Woman dies after car crashes into tree

A woman has died following a single-vehicle traffic crash west of the Sunshine More

Your say: parked caravans issue sparks debate

Sunshine Coast News has been flooded with letters following our story last week More

Life-saving stem cell transplants arrive on Coast

Blood cancer patients can now access a stem cell transplant service on the More

Radio host joins colleague in stepping back

Just weeks after long-time colleague Todd Widdicombe announced his departure, radio host Sami More

‘Evolving needs’: work starts on $4m retail hub

Construction has started on a new retail and lifestyle hub that promises convenience More



Campers set to benefit from $2.28m holiday park upgrades

More powered campsites and expanded amenities are on the cards for two holiday parks, thanks to a combined $2.28 million funding injection. The money was allocated in the 2025-26 Sunshine Coast Council budget, delivered in June, to support growing demand at the parks. Cotton Tree Holiday Park and Dicky Beach Holiday More


‘Risk to life’: appeal lodged over riverfront refusal

The owner of a riverfront property on the edge of a popular tourist More

Bank details exposed after Palmer’s parties suffer hack

Billionaire Clive Palmer has "sincerely apologised" after his political parties were hacked, exposing More

Maps reveal ‘obstacle course’ for migrating whales

Whales are forced to pick through a maze of hazards on their annual More

New pathway and safer crossing to ‘bridge the gap’

A new shared pathway linking a residential estate to nearby communities is set More

Teen airlifted after suffering serious backyard burns

Two teens have been injured, one of them seriously, after a backyard fire More

Your say: parked caravans, illegal camping and more

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor More

Police officer charged over alleged motor vehicle theft

A police officer has been charged with stealing a motor vehicle, allegedly committed More

Man charged with 17 offences after chase in Gympie

A man has been charged with multiple offences after allegedly fleeing from a More

Supermarket sells in $13.75m deal

A busy hinterland supermarket has sold to an interstate investor in a deal More

Port officials quash concern over sand in shipping channel

Authorities say it is business as usual in the shipping channel off Caloundra, More

Retro revival: club to honour origins with new bar

A popular club will pay homage its 1970s roots by creating a nostalgic More

Modular homes builder to increase output via new factory

A Sunshine Coast modular homes builder is set to almost triple its output More

Full steam ahead for return of treasured locomotive

A historic steam train that once played a key role on the Sunshine More

Major roads to close for marathon festival

Key roads around the Sunshine Coast will be impacted by an increasingly popular More

B2B: Which way now for your business?

For business owners without a business plan, this is why you need one More

Sami Muirhead: the legends of camp

Do you remember school camp? Experts say parts of camp often form core More

Police crack down on e-riders, parents face fines

Police have launched a crackdown on dangerous and illegal use of e-scooters and More

Fed-up resident calls for action on parked caravans

A Sunshine Coast resident is calling for more action to address caravans being More


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Sunshine Coast Forecast

New college proposed for former supermarket site

A new college that could accommodate up to 300 students has been proposed More

Backlash over minister’s call-in of festival site proposal

Community and environmental groups across the Sunshine Coast have united against a state More

Family-run fruit shop of 60 years wins national recognition

A fourth-generation family-run Sunshine Coast fruit and veg shop has been named the More

Marathon makes strides with scenic new route

More than 15,000 runners will hit the pavement for this year’s EVA Air More

Ashley Robinson told to leave the lollies at home

I must be a bank clerk’s nightmare, particularly these days when everything is More

B2B: Who can see a will after someone dies?

When a loved one passes away, it’s natural to want clarity around their More

$20m emergency works fast-tracked for Bribie repairs

The state government is fast-tracking $20 million of emergency works for the Bribie More

Council proposes increases to parking fines

Motorists could soon pay significantly more for overstaying time limits or misusing parking More

Plans underway for outdoor movie screen

A movie screen may be installed at a prominent beachside park as part More


Dive icon marks 20 years beneath the waves

A Sunshine Coast underwater treasure is turning 20 and three of the first More

Sweet news: chocolatier to open new stores

Chocoholics will soon be able to "choose their own adventure" when a popular More

I had to fight my demons, says swimming golden girl

Kaylee McKeown thought she'd better fight her demons sooner than later. True to form, More

B2B: Using a family guarantee to buy a Queensland home

Buying your first home in Queensland can feel like a big leap, especially More

High-rise hub: 15-storey tower ‘tops out’

A landmark building in the Maroochydore city centre is nearing completion, with the More

Call answered: $1m for new toilet block

A long-running community push for a new toilet block at a riverside park More

Tourist park plans expansion plus weddings and cafe

A nature-based hinterland tourist park has submitted plans for an expansion and addition More

Penthouse sale sets new benchmark in coastal hotspot

A record-breaking apartment sale has underlined the appeal of a Sunshine Coast tourist More

Camp completed for hydro project workers

A multibillion-dollar energy initiative has taken a leap forward with the recent completion More


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B2B: The secret super death tax – will your family be affected?

There’s been a lot of talk in the media lately about a so-called More

CEO exits after spearheading city centre expansion

A leader behind the rapid transformation of the Maroochydore city centre has announced More

Traffic lights and crossings planned for key intersection

Changes are set to be made to an increasingly busy intersection, with upgrades More

Council

Late-night bus trial bids to boost night spots

Added night bus services at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast will More

Foreshore revamp underway as iconic loo nears end

A major makeover is ramping up in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, More

Busy rubbish tip set to close temporarily

A busy waste precinct is set to close for six weeks as it More

Business

Aged care centre set to be sold to national operator

A Sunshine Coast aged care centre is set to change hands as part More

Four local eateries crowned best in their class

A local surf club, a Greek restaurant and two Italian eateries have each More

‘Flavour of the month’: couple redefines Coast patisserie scene

A young couple have put freshly baked pastries on the map, opening a More

Learning

$11m college stadium expansion takes shape

A new health and fitness precinct at a prestigious Sunshine Coast college is More

College set to expand with new campus

A senior secondary school that supports disengaged and at-risk young people is planning More

Public urged to help in race to save endangered species

The Sunshine Coast’s marine environment could provide valuable clues to help save a More

Community

‘Incredible talent’: beloved radio host announces departure

Popular radio host Todd Widdicombe is stepping down from his role on the More

Going strong: popular parkrun notches milestone

Runners residing in one of the Coast’s newest residential estates have hit a More

Low-cost supermarket to relocate to renowned site

A charity that provides low-cost food and vital community support is set to More

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