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Chance to view these breathtaking mountains from lots of different angles, as you loop around through various landscapes, with many birds to watch for along the way.

Searching for Sunshine Coast community heroes. Nominations are open for the 2026 Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards

A treehouse-inspired home, a reimagined railway shed and lush landscaped gardens are among the highlights of a vibrant program showcasing the Sunshine Coast’s most fascinating buildings and gardens.

Get ready to say those magic words, “let’s go for a run!” to your beloved pet and road-test our region’s newest fenced dog exercise area.

After decades of successful control, fireweed is starting to take hold across some parts of the Sunshine Coast, threatening pastures and biodiversity with its aggressive spread. You can help!

A hidden gem of a conservation trail, connecting Novotel Twin Waters to Mudjimba Beach, with many chances to photograph the abundant birdlife.

Brisbane artist David Wells has won the 2025 Sunshine Coast National Art Prize, taking home $25,000 for his painting ‘Dream house with a galah’.

Whether you’re a newbie, looking to make a cycling comeback or pedal-pushing pro here’s a challenge that’s sure to get your wheels turning.

Sunshine Coast Lightning has announced a change in ownership with Global Sports Fund Management Group who will become the new licence holder beginning October 1, 2025.

The Library+ Caloundra multi-level facility is now ready for readers, creators and curious minds to explore.

Applications are now open for the latest round of Council's Minor Grants. Not-for-profit community groups can apply for up to $3,000 as part of a total pool of $160,000.

A stunning 4km conservation park circuit, encompassing everything from the shoreline of Currimundi Lake to the ocean and coastal bushland - perfect for a family walk or solo run.

Council's annual, regulated dog inspection program will run between November 14, 2025, and November 13, 2026.

As the days get warmer, many locals and visitors just can’t wait to get to the beach and hit the surf… it’s such an exciting and exhilarating experience. However, in the rush to cool off or take a relaxing dip, we can miss signs that, unfortunately, put us at risk.

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.

Spring into adventure with Sunshine Coast Council’s latest school holiday guide. Packed with free and low-cost activities, creative workshops and wildlife encounters for kids of all ages.