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Man injured in gyrocopter crash on island

A man has suffered multiple injuries in a gyrocopter crash on K'gari. The LifeFlight Sunshine Coast-based aeromedical crew was tasked to the western side of More

Police renew appeal for help over mum’s alleged homicide

Detectives have released more information about the alleged homicide of a Noosa mum in February. At 5.40am on Saturday, February 22, 49-year-old Crystal Beale’s body More

Palmer blows horn for campaign launch on Coast

Clive Palmer and his Trumpet of Patriots party will officially launch their campaign on the Sunshine Coast today, with a focus on cost-of-living and More

Your say: sewage overflow, rise of AI and more

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor at Sunshine Coast News via news@sunshinecoastnews.com.au. You must include your name and More

State-facilitated 40-unit project officially scrapped

A proposal to build a four-storey, 40-unit project via the controversial State Facilitated Development pathway has been officially revoked. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie, who is More

Boy airlifted in critical condition after being hit by vehicle

A primary school-aged boy has been flown to hospital in a potentially life-threatening condition after a vehicle and pedestrian incident yesterday. The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight More

Saturday, October 5, 4.40pm: One stable patient has been transported to Nambour Hospital following a fall from a motorcycle on a private property at Yandina Creek at 2.55pm.

Saturday, October 5, 1.10pm: Four stable patients have been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash on South Coolum Road at Coolum Beach at 10.56am.

Saturday, October 5, 1.10pm: A stable patient has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a single-vehicle crash into a pole on the corner of Queen Street and Jeffreys Court at Caloundra at 10.30am.

Saturday, October 5, 1.10pm: A stable patient has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a bicycle incident on the corner of Erang Street and Nicklin Way at Currimundi at 8.35am.

Friday, October 4, 1.45pm: Sunshine Coast beachgoers are being reminded to be wary of surf conditions during the long weekend.

Local beaches are expected to be packed and Surf Lifesaving Queensland lifesaving services manager Natalie Edwards urged locals and holidaymakers to follow lifesavers’ directions.

“We are anticipating a beautiful weekend …. we are anticipating a busy three days for our lifeguards and surf lifesavers.”

“We remind everyone, even those who frequent our beaches regularly, to only swim between the red and yellow flags at a patrolled beach during patrol hours.”

Friday, October 4, 1.45pm: Emergency services have converged on a crash on Brisbane Road at Mooloolaba.

The southbound lanes, near Culbara Street, were closed. Queensland Police urged people to avoid the area and to expect delays.

Friday, October 4, 7.05am: Expect sunny conditions this weekend, with just light winds on Saturday and 15 to 25kmh NW to N winds on Sunday. Temperatures should range between 13 and 28 degrees Celsius.

Thursday, October 3, 2.30pm: A stable patient was transported to Nambour Hospital following a reported snake bite to the leg at Woombye at 1.31pm.

Thursday, October 3, 1pm: A patient in a stable condition was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a trench digger rollover on Tanawha Road, Tanawha, at 11.34am.

Thursday, October 3, 9.10am: A stable patient was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash on the corner of Petrie Creek Road and David Low Way, Diddillibah, at 8.23am.

Thursday, October 3, 6.50am: A patient was assessed for smoke inhalation following a house fire on Landsborough Maleny Road at Landsborough at 5.51pm yesterday. The patient declined transport to hospital.

Wednesday, October 2, 5.45pm: Police are appealing for public assistance to identify a man who may be able to assist them with their investigations into the alleged assault of a 78-year-old woman on the Esplanade at Maroochydore (Cotton Tree) on September 15.

Investigators are appealing to this man, or anyone who recognises him, to contact police.

During the incident, the woman was allegedly struck to the face and was transported to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital for a facial injury.

The man pictured is believed to regularly play the saxophone in the park and may be able to assist police.

Investigators are appealing to the man, or anyone who recognises him, to contact police.

Wednesday, October 2, 4.20pm: One stable patient has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a vehicle and e-bicycle incident on Neptune Circuit, Noosaville, at 3.28pm.

Wednesday, October 2, 4pm: Paramedics transported one patient in a stable condition to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash involving a rollover on Broadmeadows Road and Evans Street at Maroochydore at 3.09pm.

Wednesday, October 2, 12pm: A stable patient was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a vehicle and motorcycle crash on Maleny Stanley River Road, Booroobin, at 10.12am.

Wednesday, October 2, 7.20am: Paramedics attended a house fire reported on Gloucester Road at Buderim at 2am. Two stable males were assessed, however no transports to hospital were required.

Tuesday, October 1, 12.55pm: A man has been transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a life-threatening condition following an incident while on a bike on Maroochydore Road, Maroochydore, at 11.59am.

A Queensland Ambulance Service spokesperson said the man was treated by paramedics after he experienced a significant medical episode while he was on the bike. The incident did not appear to be trauma-related.

Tuesday, October 1, 12.10pm: A single-vehicle crash has occurred on the Bruce Highway at Meridan Plains. Emergency services were on scene. The crash happened on the Caloundra Road off-ramp northbound towards Glenview. One or more lanes were affected and delays were expected.

Tuesday, October 1, 7.15am: A man in his 50s was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition following a reported snake bite to the ankle at a private Buderim residence at 7.32pm last night.

Tuesday, October 1, 7.15am: A woman in her 50s sustained facial injuries and was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition after a two-vehicle crash on Karawatha Drive, Buderim, at 6pm.

Monday, September 30, 11.10am: Sunshine Coast libraries will be closed on Thursday for the annual team member development and training session. During this time library members can still explore books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, music and so much more through the eLibrary.

Monday, September 29, 6.35am: No patients were reported at a gas leak on the corner of Arundell Avenue and Elizabeth Street at Nambour at 10.40pm.

Sunday, September 29, 6.30pm: Paramedics have transported a stable patient to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a two-vehicle crash on Bungama Street at Maroochydore at 3.46pm.

Sunday, September 29, 8.55am: Paramedics have transported a stable male patient to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a single-vehicle rollover on Coronation Avenue at Nambour at 5.56pm.

Saturday, September 28, 8.15am: Paramedics have transported a stable male patient to Sunshine Coast University Hospital following a single-vehicle crash into a light pole on Parsons Close at Pelican Waters at 5.41am.

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