Community

Visiting Caloundra is about to become even more enjoyable, with free parking in the Caloundra CBD from 2 March.

This forest trail adventure is packed full of possible wildlife to spot from gliders, wallabies and koalas along with more than 60 bird species amongst the Blackbutt, Tallow Wood, Grey Gums and rainforest plants. And its location will be a surprise to many!

Explore artworks by acclaimed digital artists Tim and Mic Gruchy in the latest exhibition at Caloundra Regional Gallery

From sporting action to lantern-lit nights on the lake, February is shaping up as an exciting month on the Sunshine Coast events calendar.

A gorgeous hidden little gem of a trail in Pelican Waters, through a woodland of paperbarks and eucalypts, alongside Lamerough Creek.

Origin fever is set to sweep the Sunshine Coast as the mighty Maroons lock in the region as their high‑performance training hub for 2026.

Sunshine Coast Stadium to host Australia and New Zealand in historic women's ANZAC Day fixture.

The garden waste collected from your green bin, or dropped off at Resource Recovery Centres, is made into mulch that residents can collect and use on their gardens for free.  

An advocacy tour has revealed the Sunshine Coast’s big ticket Federal Budget wish list - find out what the Coast is asking for and why it matters.

Council’s Community Grant Season is off and running! Grants can help community organisations deliver one-off projects, activities and events. Why not give it a go!

Up for a very challenging and very Australian adventure this long weekend? Perfect! Check out this classic Australian bush trail, mixed with waterfalls, gorges and rock pools - you can't get more Aussie than that!

The 2026 Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards celebrate our region’s quiet achievers.

Council’s grants team run workshops and support sessions to help not-for-profit community groups submit strong applications for grant funding.

Hear about the incredible achievements of all our 2026 Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards nominees.

Learn more about Council's tools and resources for every stage of your development.

A short, family-friendly walk around a gorgeous patch of coastal forest in Mooloolaba.

If you’ve ever visited Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve during a busy weekend, you’ll know it’s a popular spot for nature lovers.

Help us share stories, learning and connection across the Sunshine Coast by becoming a volunteer.

Sport fans can look forward to a spectacular line-up of events that will bring world-class athletes and plenty of action to our region in 2026.