“environment”

Forward-thinking initiatives working towards zero-net emissions, reduced waste, new parks, cooler households and more will protect and enhance our precious natural environment and keep the Sunshine Coast an incredible place to live.

Strengthening our response to climate change, an increased focus on our waste management and resource recovery, and recognition of our dark skies are among new inclusions for the Sunshine Coast’s blueprint setting the future for our environment and liveability.

The health of the Sunshine Coast's beaches, headlands, lower estuaries and coastal lagoons are in the spotlight after an investigation that researchers believe is the first of its kind across Australia.

A revolutionary new $40.5 million material recycling facility (MRF) is close to completion on the Sunshine Coast, with the new facility set to be operational by the end of the year.

Conservation dogs are back on the Sunshine Coast in the battle against foxes, with up-and-coming canine Cooper taking the lead and his protégé Hakka in tow.

What do bum-breathing turtles, conservation dogs and giant rat’s tail grasses have in common? It’s all on the schedule as Sunshine Coast Council hosts the Invasive Plants and Animals Workshop event at Obi Obi Hall on September 2 to arm residents with the knowledge to fight invasives on their property.

With this rampant weedy vine’s flowers on full show, now is the time to defend our region’s natives from its smothering embrace.