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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

Camp completed for hydro project workers

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



$11m college stadium expansion takes shape

A new health and fitness precinct at a prestigious Sunshine Coast college is taking shape, with the first stage expected to be completed by the end of the year. Pacific Lutheran College at Meridan Plains has commenced work on an extension to its existing indoor sports courts that will cost More


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

Promising development: 63 social homes under construction

Construction is underway on 63 new social homes in a growth suburb close More

Mangroves blamed for lingering odours

Reports of a “rotten egg” smell made to Unitywater have prompted the utility More

Four local eateries crowned best in their class

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

Duo trapped, man in serious condition after crash

Two people have been taken to hospital – one in a potentially life-threatening More

Helmet ‘saved his life’: mum’s plea after teen’s e-bike crash

The mother of a boy seriously injured in an e-bike incident says her More

Police investigate after Lamborghini stolen from garage

An appeal for public for assistance has been made by police as they More

Coast rider claims Tour de France stage victory

Sunshine Coast rider Kaden Groves has completed his set of grand tour stage More

Your say: camping crackdown, backpacker plans and more

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

Planning ramps up for new motorway access

Early planning is underway for a long-awaited upgrade to a section of the More

$82m boost to unlock homes in city centre

More than 1800 new homes are set to be fast-tracked in the heart More

Copper theft crisis: damage bill climbs across Coast

Copper thieves are targeting Sunshine Coast infrastructure, disrupting essential services, endangering lives and More

Police charge four over knives, drugs during blitz in town

Knives and drugs were allegedly uncovered during a targeted police blitz in a More

Parking ban trial expanded to tackle illegal camping

A ban on overnight camping is being extended to a popular beach and More

Lakeside walking trail revamped after rain dump

A scenic lakeside walking trail lined with tallowwood, eucalypt, paperbark and melaleuca has More

Medical precinct car park’s multimillion-dollar cash injection

A multi-storey car park in the heart of a booming medical precinct has More

Lush property a ‘treasure trove’ of ancient waterfalls, rainforest

A picturesque dual-living retreat nestled in the Sunshine Coast hinterland is offering buyers More

Festival serves up flavour, fun and boost for local economy

A major celebration of the Sunshine Coast’s food scene is underway, drawing thousands More


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Proposal to develop ex-bowls club site rejected

Plans for a mixed-use development on the site of a former bowls club More

Jane Stephens: it’s time to eschew the aggro

Manners and civility are not instinctive. Socially acceptable behaviour must be incrementally learnt, More

Horse riders told to steer clear of park for now due to emu

Horse riders have been urged to avoid trails at a renowned Sunshine Coast More

$2.5m safety upgrade slated for dangerous intersection

Early investigations will begin in coming weeks to improve safety at a notorious More

Sky high: 200-unit waterfront complex ‘tops out’

Work on an eight-level, 200-apartment complex has reached a major milestone, with the More

Coast man charged after highway gunfire reports

A Bli Bli man has been charged with several serious offences following an More

Festival reveals line-up for 10-year milestone

The line-up for the 10th edition of the Big Pineapple Festival has been More

Council’s $51m plan for bridge, housing, tourism and more

Noosa Council will invest $51 million in capital works during the next 12 More

Member spotlight: from footy star to health guru

In partnership with the Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce, Sunshine Coast News is featuring the group More


Ashley Robinson: creaking towards 70

Old age is a bugger but, as I am often told, the alternative More

Teen on alleged crime spree before man’s break-in death

Murder accused Kieysha Jade Sky, 18, was allegedly involved in a string of More

Rangers ramp up search but no trace of croc

Rangers have conducted an extensive search for a crocodile along the Noosa River More

Coast pub rebrands as part of $5.1m makeover

A Sunshine Coast hotel is being revamped and rebranded as the first-ever flagship More

‘Heavy hearts’: cafes close following millionaire owner’s death

A cafe, general store and sourdough company in the Noosa region have closed More

Huge new childcare centre proposed for estate

A childcare centre that could accommodate up to 250 kids has been proposed More

True crime podcast to investigate missing women

An investigative journalist who’s currently on the ground in a small hinterland town More

Young woman third person charged with murder of husband

A third person is facing a murder charge over the death of a More

Quarry clearing paused for full environmental assessment

The proposed clearing of vegetation around a hinterland quarry is on hold after More


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Parking trial extended at seaside site after swag of fines

A timed parking trial will be extended at a scenic seaside location, with More

Beachfront gem sells for 31 times its previous price

An academic who bought a Sunshine Coast property for about $240,000 has sold More

Wedding venue appeals ‘unreasonable’ conditions

The developer of a wedding venue has applied to appeal several conditions set More

Council

Busy rubbish tip set to close temporarily

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

Council releases new draft planning scheme

Sunshine Coast Council's proposed new planning scheme is now open for public feedback. The More

Every project: what your area gets from council budget

Sunshine Coast Council has handed down its budget for 2025-26, with mayor Rosanna More

Business

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

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

Popular pub gets top regional dining gong

A hinterland pub has received the top regional dining gong at the prestigious More

Long-running beachside retailer listed for sale

A well-known beachside homewares and fashion store has been listed for sale after More

Learning

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

School grounded in history to celebrate milestone

A Sunshine Coast school that was established to serve the families of the More

Community

‘Incredible talent’: beloved radio host announces departure

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

Low-cost supermarket to relocate to renowned site

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

Forever Harry’s: lane named after young boy

The private road to a new water reservoir has been named after a More

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