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Council urges State election parties to commit
Council has developed a small number of core commitments we are seeking at the 2024 Queensland State Government election. These will shape the future of Queensland, and the future of our Sunshine Coast.
‘Clear message’: resident handed big fine over clearing
A magistrate has ordered a Sunshine Coast resident to pay a large fine for illegally clearing vegetation in a case that is a warning to those who fail to comply with regulations.
Olympics LIVE on the Sunshine Coast
The Olympic spirit will ignite on July 27 at Jack Morgan Park in Coolum Beach with Bonjour Sunshine Coast – Olympics LIVE! A free family event to celebrate the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and mark 8 Years To Go to Brisbane 2032.
Doctors tackle health issues - and each other
Hundreds of doctors from around the globe will explore new fields in a unique event to be held on the Sunshine Coast.
Boaties’ dream: run-down ramp gets $4.2m upgrade
From the early morning chatter of eager boaties to the rhythmic strokes of the Panamuna Outrigger Canoe Club – one of our region’s busiest waterways has a major new addition that’s been described as a boaties’ dream.
Council urges State election parties to commit
Council has developed a small number of core commitments we are seeking at the 2024 Queensland State Government election. These will shape the future of Queensland, and the future of our Sunshine Coast.
‘Clear message’: resident handed big fine over clearing
A magistrate has ordered a Sunshine Coast resident to pay a large fine for illegally clearing vegetation in a case that is a warning to those who fail to comply with regulations.
Olympics LIVE on the Sunshine Coast
The Olympic spirit will ignite on July 27 at Jack Morgan Park in Coolum Beach with Bonjour Sunshine Coast – Olympics LIVE! A free family event to celebrate the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and mark 8 Years To Go to Brisbane 2032.
Doctors tackle health issues - and each other
Hundreds of doctors from around the globe will explore new fields in a unique event to be held on the Sunshine Coast.
Boaties’ dream: run-down ramp gets $4.2m upgrade
From the early morning chatter of eager boaties to the rhythmic strokes of the Panamuna Outrigger Canoe Club – one of our region’s busiest waterways has a major new addition that’s been described as a boaties’ dream.