Community

Library+ Caloundra is ready to rewrite what you expect from a library, and it all begins at with an opening celebration on Monday 22 September.

With population growth and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games on the horizon, being a Welcoming City helps position the region as a destination for international visitors, skilled migrants and investors.

With annual pet registration due soon, Council reveals our region’s most-popular - and funniest - pet names.

A four-time successful grant recipient offers advice for aspiring applicants. 

Stroll along the enchanting Obi Obi Boardwalk in Maleny, a 1km flat, shaded trail beside the creek. Perfect for spotting platypuses, turtles and kingfishers, and suitable for all ages and abilities.

Sunshine Coast Council joins the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network to support people with non-visible disabilities like autism, anxiety, and chronic pain. Learn how this initiative promotes accessibility and inclusion across community venues.

The Brisbane Bullets are heading back to the Sunshine Coast on Friday, September 12 for a blockbuster preseason game against Melbourne United, bringing elite NBL basketball to Queensland’s coastal community ahead of the NBL26 season.

Whether you support the proposed planning scheme or have concerns, we want to hear from you. Now is the time to make a submission and help shape the future of the Sunshine Coast.

The Kureelpa Falls Circuit is a scenic 8.7 km loop through Mapleton National Park offering lush rainforest, diverse wildlife, and a dramatic waterfall, suitable for walkers, horse-riders and mountain bikers.

Sunshine Coast Lightning is set to celebrate its 10th season in the Suncorp Super Netball league in 2026. Featuring a refreshed squad, exciting fixtures including First Nations Rounds, and expanded global broadcast coverage.

From October 29 to November 8, the Biosphere Festival 2025 invites you to immerse in the best of our Sunshine Coast Biosphere, from stargazing events and cultural tours to film screenings featuring young leaders of tomorrow.

Two new fishways will be installed on Petrie Creek, Nambour.

They conquered the male dominated world of science in the 19th century and their work was so good, it's still referenced today. Come see!

Sharpen your business and marketing skills through a free professional development series launching this September. 

You’re invited to journey through time on the Sunshine Coast’s newest heritage trail and experience this hinterland gem’s unique character and deep historical roots.

A magical and varied one-way-walk lakeside through a scenic landscape, starting from a contemporary day-use recreation area.

The importance of pet rego: As well as reuniting people with lost pets, registration also provides funding for education programs to promote responsible pet ownership.

Learning to ride a bike or scooter is a milestone moment for kids. Luckily, the Sunshine Coast is home to a fantastic range of family-friendly parks designed to help little riders build confidence and master their wheels in a safe and fun environment.

A badge might seem like a small gesture but during Legacy Week, it becomes a symbol of something much greater: the promise to stand beside the families of those who’ve served our country.

Explore Mountain Creek’s scenic 3.9km bush and water trail near Kawana and Mooloolaba. Perfect for families, walkers, and beginner cyclists with creek views and native wildlife.

Kathleen McArthur is a name synonymous with Sunshine Coast wildflowers. Experience her work at Bankfoot House and Landsborough Museum as well as exquisite scientific illustrations by the Scott sisters.

Sunshine Coast design experts are offering up cost savings and inspiring tips on how to make your home comfortable all year round.