Terella Brewing and Sunshine Coast Council

As the matter between Terella Brewing and Sunshine Coast Council is before the Court, we can’t go into detail.

This comes down to fairness and safety.

Council backs business and we want them to succeed. But we also have to make sure everybody plays by the same rules.

For example, if you set up a busy weekend food market, without the right approvals, insurance, traffic management or safety controls, that’s not fair. It’s not fair on the neighbours and it’s not fair on other businesses who have done the right thing and paid the costs to comply.

Or you can’t just open something that attracts large crowds and say, “we’ll sort the rules out later”.

The rules exist to manage things like traffic, safety and amenity so families and businesses can co-exist.

Taking legal action is always the last resort.

This isn’t about shutting down local enterprise, it’s about making sure everyone plays by the same rules.

That’s why the Planning Scheme and Development Approvals aren’t just red tape; they’re safeguards. They’re a framework, that among other things, helps prevent accidents, manage traffic, ensure emergency access, and create a fair playing field for local operators. Those are things we all rely on every time we head to an event or take the family out to dinner.  

Council supports public safety and that’s what our community expects of us. One of our core roles as a regulator is planning for our future and making sure development happens in the right place, in the right way.   

The planning framework sets clear, fair rules so everyone knows what to expect in their backyard. In a rural setting, it ensures homes stay peaceful, natural areas continue to thrive and businesses are established where they belong.  

We would like to clarify that this is an operational matter, and any questions should be directed to the CEO of the Sunshine Coast Council.