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Towing company employee awarded $2.5m after bus incident

A tow truck driver has been awarded more than $2.5 million in damages More
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Stretch of properties for sale in coastal business area

Three adjoining properties have hit the market in a coastal commercial precinct. Numbers 8, More
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Council issues plea after another fire at waste facility

A second battery fire in just over a week at a local resource More
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High fuel prices drive ‘massive spike’ in e-bike sales

Electric bike sales are surging as rising fuel costs push commuters to find More
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Man rushed to hospital after surf incident

A man has been taken to hospital after a serious incident in the More
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Teens face court over alleged stolen vehicles

Police have charged two teenagers following an alleged break-in on the Sunshine Coast. It More
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From ICU to the podium: Alexa Leary meets her rescuers

Paralympic gold medallist Alexa Leary AOM says reuniting with the two doctors who saved her life after a near-fatal cycling crash was “incredible”, describing the emotional meeting as something she had long hoped for. A LifeFlight helicopter flew the world-record-breaking swimmer to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) following a More
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Popular cafe left exposed after ‘senseless’ vandalism

A popular cafe in Cotton Tree was left reeling over Easter after a More
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‘Lot more to do’: MP’s pledge in booming electorate

A rookie MP and mother of four, who has experienced a whirlwind 18 More
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Six-year-old earns international golf invite

A six-year-old Sunshine Coast golfer has been selected for an invitation-only international tournament, More
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MP calls for targeted approach in new e-mobility laws

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton says new Queensland legislation on e-mobility safety must focus More
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Modern waterfront home stands out amid shortage

A 2018-build with waterfrontage is drawing strong attention amid a chronic shortage of More
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Beach blitz: scores fined during Easter holidays

Almost 100 fines have been handed to unruly drivers along three popular beaches More
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Golf club submits plans for expansion

Plans to reconfigure and expand the facilities at a renowned golf course have More
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Proposal lodged for 147-place childcare on undeveloped land

Plans for a childcare centre with almost 150 places in a yet-to-be-developed part More
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Restored 19th-century homestead hits market

A sprawling heritage home with its own art gallery is for sale, offering More
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Coast trial aims to unlock more energy from network

The state government is starting an Australian-first trial in the Sunshine Coast region More
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Smart meters to help detect hidden leaks earlier

Unitywater is rolling out new digital water meters, prioritising older areas where customers More
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Prime office site listed for almost $15 million

A fully leased office building in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, anchored More
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Draft concept for new motorway ramps revealed

New motorway ramps are a step closer to becoming reality after the state More
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Your say: overnight parking, night sky and more

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor at More
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Tiny homes village opens for eating disorder recovery

A village of tiny homes has opened to people with eating disorders and More
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Police prepare report after sudden death at mountain

Police will prepare a report for the coroner following a sudden death at More
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Man loses life after truck crash

A man has died after a truck reportedly crashed into a tree on More
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Construction begins on ‘world class’ $68m hotel

Work has officially started on a highly anticipated $68 million hotel that is More
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Photographer Anna Veldstra captured the moment these swimmers braved big surf at Mooloolaba Beach. If you have a photo of the day offering, email photo@sunshinecoastnews.com.au. Photos must be horizontal/landscape and may need to be cropped to fit the website.
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Federal scrutiny triggers consultation on road project

Public consultation about the potential environmental impacts of a proposed 1.6km road bypass More
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House prices soar as local buyers replace interstate surge

Soaring property prices have pushed the Sunshine Coast into one of Australia’s tightest More
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Olympic mountain bike centre details revealed

A world-class Olympic mountain bike facility is set to open to the public More
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Waste facility fire sparks battery warning

A waste facility blaze has prompted authorities to remind residents to safely dispose More
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Spike in danger: invasive weed found in hinterland

A high-risk invasive plant has been detected in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, prompting More
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Seafood supply assured at Easter despite fuel challenges

Sunshine Coast fishing operators say an abundant supply of fresh, local catches will More
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Beachgoers urged to film and report driving offences

Visitors to some of Queensland's most popular 4WD and camping beaches have been More
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Sami Muirhead: whip out those Easter buns

Finally, it is time to eat hot cross buns. When you think about More
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Ashley Robinson: fond memories help ease loss

The past few weeks have been a test of my faith: firstly, with More
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Nation’s elite paddlers to compete on Coast

Thousands of the nation’s best paddlers will converge on the Sunshine Coast this month to battle it out in a tightly contested six-day regatta. Spirited and fast-paced, the 2026 Australian Dragon Boat Championships will take place at Lake Kawana, Bokarina from April 18–23. Between 2,500 and 3,000 athletes from 76 More
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‘Harbour and beach views’: rare luxury listing hits market

A meticulously renovated luxury residence in a tightly-held Coast suburb is garnering steady More
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B2B: report work vehicle private use correctly

The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is actively using sophisticated data analytics to target More
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Dog owners warned to renew registrations or face fine

Dog owners whose pet registrations expired between June 1 and November 30 2025 More
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Tip closed after early morning fire

A key waste facility on the Sunshine Coast has been forced to close More
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Men rescued from overturned boat

Three men have been plucked from an upended boat well offshore. The men were More
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Homes target stands despite town centre height changes

A leading developer and the local council say thousands of homes are still More
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Region’s ‘largest display village’ opens

A new display village with a mix of contemporary homes has opened in More
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Measures announced to reduce homelessness in town

The state government has unveiled a suite of initiatives to address homelessness in More
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Gym empire founders serve up new social sport on Coast

The Sunshine Coast is set to gain its first dedicated padel facility, introducing More
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Rural property proposed as nature-based learning hub

A development application has been lodged seeking to establish an outdoor education centre More
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Crews bolstered by state-of-the-art firefighting vehicles

Sunshine Coast firefighting services have welcomed the addition of two vehicles to enhance More
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B2B: staying steady in uncertain times

Periods of uncertainty are uncomfortable, but they are not new. Geopolitical tension – including More
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Council weighs changes in response to overnight camping issues

The community is being asked to weigh in on potential parking changes at More
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Bold skate park revamp for hinterland

Something smooth, bold and built for speed just landed – and it’s ready More
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Aussie World’s $60m waterpark expansion approved

The Sunshine Coast is set to be home to a new waterpark after More
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Cult dessert chain expands on Coast, creating 40 jobs

A cult-favourite frozen yogurt chain has expanded on the Sunshine Coast, with Yo-Chi More
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More retailers revealed for new town centre

Major national retailers have been confirmed as an $80 million Sunshine Coast town More
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End of an era as restaurant chain’s last local outlet closes

The last Sunshine Coast outlet of a once-iconic restaurant chain has announced its More
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Australia’s oldest-known dinosaur fossil identified

Australia's oldest dinosaur fossil has been identified more than 60 years after a More
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Blood test could bolster brain cancer survival rates

A simple blood test could improve the lives of brain cancer patients and More
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Coast hospital a world-leader in robotic-assisted surgery

A Sunshine Coast hospital has completed the highest number of robotic-assisted shoulder replacements More
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Queensland’s fastest container counter crowned

A young Sunshine Coast man has been named Queensland’s fastest manual container counter More
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Free repair days to cut waste, save cash

Locals will soon be able to fix broken household items for free, under More
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Veteran to represent Australia at Anzac Day service in France

A Sunshine Coast veteran is set to represent Australia at the Anzac Day More
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From July 1 this year, employers will need to pay superannuation guarantee contributions at More
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