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Dog owners rally against ‘complex’ rules

More than 1100 people have backed a petition challenging what organisers describe as More
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Falcons’ unfinished business in ‘David and Goliath’ final

The Sunshine Coast Falcons will finally return to the Queensland Cup grand final More
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Enterprises celebrated for years of success

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

New park with large playground and pump track opens

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

Ashley Robinson: old age needs adjustments

If you have been kind enough to be reading my column over the More
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Discount giant joins CBD retail complex

A major discount retailer is preparing to open at a central Maroochydore shopping More
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Security stepped up at shopping centre

Extra security has been put in place at a Sunshine Coast shopping complex throughout the school holidays amid reports of antisocial behaviour. Management for Peregian Springs Shopping Centre, located at 1 Ridgeview Drive, Peregian Springs, announced the change on social media last week. “Additional security presence will be in place throughout More
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Heavy smoke spreads across southern Coast

Heavy smoke from a hazard reduction burn is affecting parts of the southern More
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Dead whale washes up on beach

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

Direct flights between coastal locations extended

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

Pressure builds on industrial land

Recent research has highlighted the growing strain on the Sunshine Coast’s industrial sector. The More
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Council

Council funding expands charity’s reach

A council has bankrolled a new paid position at a charity, whose job More
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Lifestyle

Coast to stage epic dance competition

The Coast is set to host hundreds of young dancers as they converge More
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Sport

Gallop takes surprise positional switch in stride

Ty Gallop has a simple cue to remain grounded as the versatile Brisbane More
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Community

Preferred option revealed for key intersection upgrade

A busy junction is set for an overhaul aimed at improving safety, easing More
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Luxury retreat proposal tests planning scheme benchmarks

A renowned hinterland retreat could significantly expand with 11 luxury cabins, a fine More
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Learning

Revamp starts on bus zone with ‘significant safety issues’

An upgrade to improve safety and traffic management is underway on a school More
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Property

Auction event signals confidence in Coast market

The Ray White Coastal Living Network’s flagship auction event has celebrated its 11th More
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Business

Global clothing brand reveals store open date

A Japanese clothing giant has announced the opening date for its highly anticipated More
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Learning

University and NBL club join forces

The University of the Sunshine Coast and a National Basketball League club have More
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Council

Caravan park expansion plans open for public feedback

Plans to expand and transform a long-standing Sunshine Coast caravan site have reached More
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Community

Mum leads petition to open school grounds after hours

A Sunshine Coast mother is behind a push for Queensland state school grounds More
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Property

Town centre site pitched for development

A prominent town centre site has attracted interest from developers and investors, with More
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Community

Whale alarm trial on shark nets underway at main beach

New acoustic devices are being tested at a renowned holiday beach to determine More
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Apprentice wins heavy vehicle skills title

A diesel mechanic apprentice has proved his ability across a series of challenging More
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Emotional ties shape recreational spending habits

A venue’s sense of belonging could be just as important as the event More
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Property

Decades-old home with one owner nets hefty sum

A rustic old house on the riverfront has fetched a premium price at More
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Man dies after early-morning crash

A man has died and another has been injured after a single-vehicle crash More
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Property

Property blitz: region set for biggest auction day ever

More than 100 properties are set to go under the hammer at the More
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Your say: circus promotion, road closures and more

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Holiday blitz begins amid alleged 151km/h intercept

Queensland police are stepping up enforcement across the state as families take to More
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Community

Shark attack plans ‘adequate’ despite teen girl’s death

A volunteer lifeguard's shark-attack death will not face an inquest after a coroner More
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Community

‘Massive logistical exercise’: works progress on CBD street

A key phase of a $28m project is underway along one of the More
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Medical hub proposed for new business precinct

A health hub, early learning centre and green space could form the “village More
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Retirement village expansion ramps up

A retirement complex is progressing its expansion with the release of a new More
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Council

Bridge rebuild project shortlisted for award

A significant bridge project that restored a key transport link is in the More
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Sport

Fans’ chants show faith restored in bulked-up Hipwood

Long a target of the "armchair warriors", Chris Fagan labelled it a sign More
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Opinion

Sami Muirhead: the woes of a third-born child

Who hasn’t forgotten to pick up their child? Well, I did just that More
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Lakefront-living opportunity fast evaporating

Only a handful of water-facing homesites remain in a Sunshine Coast master-planned community, More
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Traffic almost doubles as road duplication advances

A 3.5km road duplication through one of the region’s fastest-growing communities is pushing More
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Prime site where distinctive pink home stood up for auction

A prominent site where a conspicuous pink house stood is set to go More
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Community

Funding for housing facility for young people in need

A planned housing complex for young people facing homelessness is moving closer to More
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Community

New Sunday market brings life to waterfront

A new market is set to bring handmade goods, live music and family More
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Summer swimming returns after pool upgrade

A major upgrade has brought swimmers back to a popular 50m pool, with More
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Community

‘More than a place to buy plants’: garden centre to close

A garden centre that has sold plants and supplies for years while supporting More
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Paid parking required in planning for major precinct

Parking meters are set to form part of a major new urban centre, More
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Council responds over new beach shelter

A new shelter has been delivered at a popular beach access point. The shelter More
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First section of Mooloolaba’s new seawall opens

A significant section of Mooloolaba’s new terraced seawall has opened to the public, More
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Auto retail giant opens first new-format store

The managing director of a prominent auto retailer says the Sunshine Coast is More
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Indian eatery with a difference earns rave reviews

A relatively new and unusual Indian restaurant on the Sunshine Coast has attracted More
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Family business nets national supermarket deal

A Sunshine Coast family seafood business has taken a major step onto the More
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Apprentice recognised among Queensland’s best

A young Sunshine Coast apprentice has been honoured with a significant regional award. Aircraft More
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Hidden signal in videos could help solve crimes

Technology being refined on the Sunshine Coast could help solve some of the More
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School library used as classroom amid enrolment growth

Members of a school community have backed a call for more space after More
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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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New retail site helps fund vital services

A not-for-profit organisation, which supports individuals and families affected by cancer, has opened More
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New truck strengthens local storm response

A new vehicle designed specifically for storm damage and severe weather operations has More
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From July 1 this year, employers will need to pay superannuation guarantee contributions at More
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