Home
Subscribe

100% Locally Owned, Independent and Free

Home
Subscribe

100% Locally Owned, Independent and Free

Council

Main street upgrade set to get underway

Construction on a major upgrade of a hinterland town's CBD is set to More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
News

Airport CEO to depart amid ongoing growth

The Sunshine Coast Airport's chief executive officer will step down later this year, More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
News

New firefighting capability faces years-long certification wait

A dispute over the certification of a new aerial firefighting capability is continuing More
More
Josephine Agostino - 0
Lifestyle

Engines ready to roar at beachside event

The sound of rumbling engines and classic rock has rolled into the Coast More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Opinion

Sami Muirhead: our sanctuary under threat

The dogs are barking very aggressively. “I think someone is in our house.” More
More
Sami Muirhead - 0
News

Man charged after teenager hit by vehicle

A man has been charged after a teenage cyclist was struck by a More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0



Business

Discount giant opens store amid grand expansion plans

A renowned discount variety chain has opened another shop on the Sunshine Coast amid plans to have hundreds of more stores across the country. The Reject Shop has launched a large outlet within the Nambour Central retail and business complex. A spokesperson said the hinterland town was the perfect location. “Nambour’s a More
More
Steele Taylor - 0


Community

‘Confronting’: group officially told to make way for car park

A historic local group has received formal notice that its renowned store and More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
Learning

Search is on for missing time capsule

A decades-old mystery has sent former students, teachers and locals digging through memories More
More
Candice Holznagel - 0
Sport

Falcons defy the odds to lead Qld rugby league comp

The Sunshine Coast Falcons have strung together eight straight wins to claim top More
More
Abbey Cannan - 0
Learning

Construction progresses on school’s new campus

A college offering an alternative education pathway for disengaged senior high school students More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Opinion

Ashley Robinson: age has a degree of difficulty

Maybe it’s not too late for me to become smarter by earning some More
More
Ashley Robinson - 0
Property

Masterplanned community gets federal environment tick

A major new Sunshine Coast housing project has cleared a key hurdle, with More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
News

Appeal to be lodged over store owner attack sentences

The Acting Attorney-General has instructed the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Middle Story

Urgency grows for major island bridge

The state government has signalled urgency around building a proposed large-scale bridge between More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
News

Design revealed for billion-dollar rail upgrade

Detailed designs have been released for a major rail upgrade, including track duplication, More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0

Health

Calls for reform as GP bulk billing falls short

Sunshine Coast residents still face limited bulk billing GP options, despite major federal More
More
Abbey Cannan - 0
Council

Council takes high-tech approach to weed battle

Drones, artificial intelligence and environmental DNA are among the tools being used by More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Learning

Researchers and distillers blend nature, sound and story

A local collaboration is turning one of the Sunshine Coast’s biggest environmental stories More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Lifestyle

Tiny newcomers create a splash

Two endangered eagle ray pups are already stealing attention after making their public More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
News

Regional publishers body pushes back on NBI changes

Country Press Australia (CPA) has called for the Federal Government’s News Bargaining Incentive More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
News

Push for clearer warnings after tragedies on popular peaks

An ecolodge operator in the Glass House Mountains is calling for clearer safety More
More
Abbey Cannan - 0
Property

Hinterland subdivision nears construction date, land sales

A major housing estate planned for the Sunshine Coast hinterland is reigniting debate More
More
Josephine Agostino - 0
Council

Contract awarded for inclusive amenities upgrade

Construction of a new accessible public amenities building at a popular river foreshore More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Business

Twilight markets set for monthly return

Twilight markets featuring food trucks, local produce and live entertainment are set to More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0


Photo of the day

“Mum relaxed while her inquisitive Joey was on the lookout on the grounds at the University of the Sunshine Coast,” said photographer Ruth Fiechtner. 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.
More
Photo of the day Sunshine Coast News - 0
VIEW GALLERY

Sunshine Coast Forecast

Community

Local NGO marks 25,000 rescues in 25 years

A global child anti-trafficking charity founded on the Sunshine Coast has marked a More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Sport

Local defends title in marathon festival’s biggest edition

A hometown runner is relishing back-to-back victories at an increasingly popular marathon festival. Alex More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Community

Residents urge for calm after ‘rare’ youth disturbances

Recent youth disturbances in Mudjimba have prompted community leaders to call for calm More
More
Josephine Agostino - 0
Council

Renewal works well underway at beachside landmark

A major upgrade is being made to a popular and rare seaside swimming More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
Business

Dessert truck grows into two Coast stores

A small Brisbane dessert truck has expanded to the Sunshine Coast, opening two More
More
Abbey Cannan - 0
Health

New tech set to transform cancer treatment on Coast

Cancer treatment on the Sunshine Coast is set to take a major step More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Learning

Teenager steps onto state stage

A Sunshine Coast teenager is pushing to bring housing affordability into focus for More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Learning

Robot turns heads on main street as tech divide narrows

A humanoid robot strolling past shoppers on the main street of a Sunshine More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
Learning

Construction training hub planned

A new purpose-built construction training facility on the Sunshine Coast is set to More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0


Letters

Your say: boats removed, seawall and more

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Middle Story

Sprawling sand fence installed to help protect coastline

A 2.7km sand erosion fence has been built along an island off the More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
Middle Story

Roads to close as marathon festival draws record field

Several main roads will be closed this weekend for an annual marathon festival More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
Property

Homes line up to host Olympic visitors amid hotel crunch

Mum-and-dad home owners are set to strike 2032 Olympic gold, turning spare rooms More
More
AAP - 0
Business

Sisters’ sandwich store sells out in opening weeks

Three sisters who recently opened a Sunshine Coast sandwich shop say they have More
More
Abbey Cannan - 0
Sport

Olympic pathway concerns spark call for sports facility overhaul

The Sunshine Coast’s only deep-water diving facility is facing calls for a major More
More
Josephine Agostino - 0
Middle Story

Fans invited to Maroons training as series beckons

Queenslanders have been invited to watch the Maroons train on the Sunshine Coast More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Opinion

Jane Stephens: the common spud is no dud

It is easy to take the simple potato for granted. It sits in More
More
Jane Stephens - 0
Business

Iconic eco retreat changes hands

A renowned eco-tourism destination has been acquired by one of Australia’s biggest regional More
More
Steele Taylor - 0


Subscribe to SCN’s free daily news email

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Middle Story

Long-awaited amenities block opens at popular mountain

Visitors to one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular walking tracks can now More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
News

State govt commits to bold projects despite funding blow

The state government is pushing ahead with Sunshine Coast projects worth billions of More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
News

Police clarify rules on in-car touchscreens as concerns grow

As vehicle touchscreens become increasingly bigger in modern cars, questions are being raised More
More
Abbey Cannan - 0
Load more

Council

More Council Stories

Council

Thrillseekers ‘pumped’ by two new attractions

Two new Coast attractions set to test the skills of scooter, skateboard and More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Council

Police investigate vandal attack at council park

Vandalism at a Sunshine Coast park this month has left newly laid turf More
More
Josephine Agostino - 0
Council

New dog access rules locked in 

Changes to dog access areas have been rubber-stamped by local authorities, paving the More
More
Steele Taylor - 0

Business

More Business Stories

Business

Fast-food chain confirmed, retail giant rumoured for plaza

A fast-food chain is poised to open a store at Sunshine Plaza, amid More
More
Steele Taylor - 0
Business

Rising costs in focus as business awards open

Operating costs are front of mind for Sunshine Coast traders, who have gathered More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Business

Italian offering from successful Indian restaurant owner

A local restaurateur known for building three successful Indian eateries has taken a More
More
Josephine Agostino - 0

Learning

More Learning Stories

Learning

Schools shortlisted for national honours

Two Sunshine Coast prep-to-Year 12 independent schools are in the running for national More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Learning

$11m school precinct opens

A new health and fitness precinct has officially been unveiled at a prestigious More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Learning

New rhythm tackling classroom behaviour

A simple classroom routine built on rhythm and movement could help reduce behavioural More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0

Community

More Community Stories

Community

Community-led exchange initiative thrives

A grassroots community exchange is gaining momentum on the Sunshine Coast. What began as More
More
Josephine Agostino - 0
Community

Construction starts on $15m youth and rec hub

Work is underway on a new centre for youth programs, sport and community More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Community

Coast businesses called up in fight for food relief

The Everyday Foundation is calling on generous local businesses to join with them More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0

You May Also Like

More Stories

Local

Photo of the day: greener pastures

Photographer Ruth Fiechtner said: “We watched quietly as three kangaroos hopped back towards More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Local

Photo of the day: electric blue

“This aptly-named blue triangle butterfly (Graphium sarpedon choredon) takes time out for a More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Local

Photo of the day: brave hearts

“Although wary, this family of kangaroos from Bribie (Island) braved people close to More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Local

Photo of the day: lucky ducks

Have you got all your ducks in a row today? Photographer Nick Collins More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Local

Photo of the day: morning ‘glory’

Photographer Ruth Fiechtner captured the golden light of the early morning while walking on More
More
Sunshine Coast News - 0
Business

B2B: be aware of payday super changes

From July 1 this year, employers will need to pay superannuation guarantee contributions at More
More
Katrina Brennan - 0


Our Sister Publications

menu

Follow Us

Copyright © Sunshine Coast News 2025