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Latest news
Creative grants fuel new work and artistic innovation
From AI-generated art to deep listening festivals, the latest Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants are backing bold new creative projects across the Sunshine Coast.
Free clay workshops to celebrate our birdlife
Join this free clay workshops at Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary to celebrate local birdlife. Artist Christina Lowry will guide participants in crafting porcelain bird skulls for a community art installation. The project promotes conservation through creativity and includes talks and walks exploring the region’s avian diversity.
‘Keeps you fit and motivated’: joy of volunteering
Nestled beside Buderim Private Hospital, Iliad Avenue Bushland Reserve is a peaceful haven cared for by dedicated volunteers. Join the Iliad Bushcare Group or find a local group via Council’s website.
Golden gift for lovers of this popular beach
A sand renourishment campaign is about the begin at Maroochydore Beach.
Exhibition celebrates our sea, land and mountains
Celebrating First Nation's artmaking across the traditional lands of the Sunshine Coast region.
Creative grants fuel new work and artistic innovation
From AI-generated art to deep listening festivals, the latest Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants are backing bold new creative projects across the Sunshine Coast.
Free clay workshops to celebrate our birdlife
Join this free clay workshops at Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary to celebrate local birdlife. Artist Christina Lowry will guide participants in crafting porcelain bird skulls for a community art installation. The project promotes conservation through creativity and includes talks and walks exploring the region’s avian diversity.
‘Keeps you fit and motivated’: joy of volunteering
Nestled beside Buderim Private Hospital, Iliad Avenue Bushland Reserve is a peaceful haven cared for by dedicated volunteers. Join the Iliad Bushcare Group or find a local group via Council’s website.
Golden gift for lovers of this popular beach
A sand renourishment campaign is about the begin at Maroochydore Beach.
Exhibition celebrates our sea, land and mountains
Celebrating First Nation's artmaking across the traditional lands of the Sunshine Coast region.
