Driving into floodwater is a major cause of flood-related deaths. It can take as little as 15cm of water for a car to lose traction on the road and be swept away in floodwater.
Environment
Learn about environmental issues, recycling, conservation efforts, renewable energy and sustainability.
If you’ve ever visited Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve during a busy weekend, you’ll know it’s a popular spot for nature lovers.
Register now for ‘Clean Up for the Hatchlings’. Kicking off from 6am on Saturday January 31, across 18 beach clean-up locations from Caloundra to Coolum.
An investigation into water above and below ground in Maleny will help restore rainforest and wetland ecosystems at the Sunshine Coast Ecological Park.
Spring and Summer brings longer days, rain and abundant food, making wildlife more active and visible. Learn how to share space with wildlife safely this season.
This summer, the Wild HeART Student Art Prize Finalists’ Exhibition Trail will see Maroochy Bushland Botanic Garden come alive with vibrant artworks created by local children and young people.
The new Forest Sensing exhibit, at the beautiful Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve at Maleny, invites you to slow down, open your senses, and truly tune into the rainforest.
Join one of our passionate volunteer guides for a casual and relaxing walk through Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve on Jinibara Country.
As progress continues toward a proposed Dark Sky Reserve in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, 89 per cent of survey respondent say they'd personally change their habits to help protect dark skies from light pollution.
Familiarise yourself with Council’s emergency preparedness flood mapping resources.
Meet Layla the red-legged pademelon, who has been returned to the rainforest at the Sunshine Coast Ecological Park after months of care.
Step into a world where art meets nature with 182 fascinating sculptures on show.
Sunshine Coast creeks and rivers and the wonderful creatures they contain will benefit from a new eDNA monitoring program.
Learn more about native stingless bees and how you can help at home.
Australia’s most imaginative runway returns – bigger, bolder and brimming with creativity. Entries for the 2026 event are now open to all artists, designers, crafters and creatives.
Get your wings ready and prepare to soar into a night of fun, education and adventure as the beloved Australasian Bat Night returns for its 11th year!