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The Mayor and Councillors work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and staff delivering a range of plans and strategies guiding the delivery of major projects across the region, and council’s capital works program. Council remains committed to its vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving.
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Organisation and governance
Council's governance framework is a set of systems to help council meet its goal of great governance.
Local laws
Council administers a range of local laws including parking, keeping animals, bathing reserves and dog off-leash areas.
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Latest news
Cyber guns join forces to tackle emerging threats
Cybersecurity experts will examine emerging threats and how best to respond to them in a fascinating event coming to our region.
April action: surf showcase, gems and Wallaroos
From iconic surfing contests, jewellery showcase and even a blockbuster Rugby Test, April is set to deliver an action-packed month of events on the Sunshine Coast. Residents and visitors will be able to enjoy a powerful mix of sport, community celebrations and activities.
‘First step’: Council backs State’s homelessness boost
Sunshine Coast Council welcomes real outcomes for the region coming from the Nambour Homelessness Response Forum – all driven by State and Council working together alongside the local community.
Egg-stra fun Sunshine Coast school holidays guide
Hop into a school holiday adventure on the Sunshine Coast.
Sunshine Coast to host heroes, The Aussies 2027
Surf Life Saving Australia have confirmed that the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships will return to the Sunshine Coast in 2027.
Cyber guns join forces to tackle emerging threats
Cybersecurity experts will examine emerging threats and how best to respond to them in a fascinating event coming to our region.
April action: surf showcase, gems and Wallaroos
From iconic surfing contests, jewellery showcase and even a blockbuster Rugby Test, April is set to deliver an action-packed month of events on the Sunshine Coast. Residents and visitors will be able to enjoy a powerful mix of sport, community celebrations and activities.
‘First step’: Council backs State’s homelessness boost
Sunshine Coast Council welcomes real outcomes for the region coming from the Nambour Homelessness Response Forum – all driven by State and Council working together alongside the local community.
Egg-stra fun Sunshine Coast school holidays guide
Hop into a school holiday adventure on the Sunshine Coast.
Sunshine Coast to host heroes, The Aussies 2027
Surf Life Saving Australia have confirmed that the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships will return to the Sunshine Coast in 2027.