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Embracing simple joys after weeks-to-live diagnosis

A young Sunshine Coast woman has been given weeks to live after a More

Popular hinterland lookout gets upgrade

A hinterland lookout has been transformed with new viewing platforms and facilities for More

UniSC research helps unlock ‘bee glue’ potential

A Sunshine Coast university is helping put Australia’s bee industry on the map, More

Is it a croc? Race to guess Olympics emblem

The guessing game over the Brisbane 2032 emblem has begun as questions are More

Ashley Robinson: troublesome technology

We had a bit of excitement in the ‘burbs last weekend. I was having More

Driver charged after crash and alleged attempt to flee

A man has been charged with dangerous driving and drink-driving after two cars More


Long-held beach shack up for sale

A characterful beach shack has gone on the market for the first time in almost 70 years, ending a long family connection to the local area. The 607sqm north-facing block at 4 Gothic Parade, Currimundi, was purchased by a Brisbane family through Henzells Agency in 1958, when the suburb was More


B2B: now is the time to start getting all your ducks in a row

To set yourself up for any changes coming your way and setup for More

Retail, childcare expansion reshapes town centre

Development around a hinterland shopping centre is forging ahead, with a childcare centre More

Road upgrade plan under federal assessment

An upgrade to an “important link” between towns is progressing, with the design More

Flying club proposal revised as public feedback opens

An application to establish a model aircraft flying facility on a rural property More

Pool operation confirmed after trial

A hinterland community will have access to its local swimming pool for another More

Show gardens to open for weekend celebration

A garden club is set to celebrate a ‘blooming impressive’ milestone anniversary this More

B2B: find out how to become prep ready

Ask a kindy teacher what matters most before prep and they rarely say More

Police seek footage of serious highway crash

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam vision as they investigate a Bruce More

Teenagers charged after vehicle fire on beach

Two teenagers have been charged after an allegedly stolen vehicle was found burning More

Five-level development planned for key site

A prominent commercial site on one of the Sunshine Coast’s busiest coastal routes More

Security boosted near junction upgrade, alarm issue resolved

Security has tightened around properties acquired for key transport works after reports of More

Petition challenges data centre expansion

A petition calling for a halt to new AI data centre developments on More

New flood guide outlines safer home design

Sunshine Coast homeowners planning to build or renovate in flood-prone areas can now More

Dolphin’s sneaky feeding trick uncovered

A thieving dolphin has astonished Sunshine Coast researchers by repeatedly chasing fish until More

Community gardens cultivate connections

Sunshine Coast community gardens are proving fertile ground for more than plants, giving More

Shark alerts to reach smart watches

Sunshine Coast surfers are set to get shark alerts on their wrists as More

Businesses chase state tourism glory

Fourteen Sunshine Coast businesses have been named as finalists in the 2026 Queensland More

Your say: nursery closure, road duplication and more

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


Photo of the day

Photographer Lizzie Mason captured this free-spirited moment in black and white, which lends it a timeless appeal. The photo was taken after sunrise at Alexandra Headland. 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.

Sunshine Coast Forecast

Police step up patrols at bus station amid safety concerns

Police have increased patrols and are scanning for weapons at a bus interchange More

Ghost town: abandoned homes line streets

An eerie quiet has descended on a once-bustling Sunshine Coast neighbourhood, where dozens More

Four-month road closure draws concern

A hinterland road will be closed for about four months while major landslide More

Water faults keep control room on alert

More than 10,000 urgent jobs were tackled by Unitywater across the Sunshine Coast More

Hospital link to be funded after ‘years-long’ push

A hospital connection for pedestrians and cyclists is closer to reality after levels More

Quick getaways linked to better wellbeing

Frequent short getaways, even close to home, could improve wellbeing and resilience, according More

Jane Stephens: the height of rudeness

We live in an age of linguistic caution. We think before commenting on More

Simple window changes to beat summer heat

Modern Coast homes and classic Queenslanders both use large glass windows for natural More

Police investigate suspicious vehicle fire

Queensland Police have declared a crime scene after responding to a vehicle fire More


Buddhist temple approved on rural-zoned land

Plans for a new place of worship have been approved on the Sunshine More

Dog owners rally against ‘complex’ rules

More than 1100 people have backed a petition challenging what organisers describe as More

Falcons’ unfinished business in ‘David and Goliath’ final

The Sunshine Coast Falcons will finally return to the Queensland Cup grand final More

Enterprises celebrated for years of success

A handful of select businesses will soon reach the pinnacle of a regional More

New park with large playground and pump track opens

A five-hectare park featuring a play tower and pump track has opened in More

Ashley Robinson: old age needs adjustments

If you have been kind enough to be reading my column over the More

Heavy smoke spreads across southern Coast

Heavy smoke from a hazard reduction burn is affecting parts of the southern More

Dead whale washes up on beach

A juvenile humpback whale that washed ashore on the Sunshine Coast has been More

Discount giant joins CBD retail complex

A major discount retailer is preparing to open at a central Maroochydore shopping More


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Councillor blasts development plan for airport’s old runway

A Sunshine Coast councillor has voiced his objection to a proposal for a More

Direct flights between coastal locations extended

Thousands more travellers will be able to fly directly between two Queensland holiday More

Security stepped up at shopping centre

Extra security has been put in place at a Sunshine Coast shopping complex More

Council

Council officers push for continued checks on regulated dogs

Sunshine Coast Council is expected to continue its annual compliance checks on regulated More

Precinct moves forward as new stage reaches council

Detailed plans lodged with Sunshine Coast Council reveal how a major new urban More

Hotel defends new cabins after ‘eyesore’ criticism

A Sunshine Coast hotel has defended a row of new accommodation cabins after More

Business

Discount retailer to shut doors despite growing trade

A discount retailer is preparing to close one of its two Sunshine Coast More

New CEO named for fast-growing airport

A new chief executive officer has been announced for Sunshine Coast Airport, bringing More

Auto retail giant opens first new-format store

The managing director of a prominent auto retailer says the Sunshine Coast is More

Learning

Entrepreneur turns allergy idea into winning venture

An allergy-management app designed to help people navigate everyday situations has taken top More

Major childcare operator enters administration

The operator of three Sunshine Coast childcare centres has entered voluntary administration, after More

Apprentice recognised among Queensland’s best

A young Sunshine Coast apprentice has been honoured with a significant regional award. Aircraft More

Community

New food relief facility opens to support families

A new multimillion-dollar centre has opened, bringing several services under one roof for More

Couple’s legacy shines through $450,000 in grants

The legacy of a late Sunshine Coast couple is being felt through grants More

Wheelchair user stranded after taxi no-show

A wheelchair user missed his grandson’s baptism after a pre-booked taxi failed to More

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