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The Mayor and Councillors work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and staff delivering a range of plans and strategies guiding the delivery of major projects across the region, and council’s capital works program. Council remains committed to its vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving.
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Organisation and governance
Council's governance framework is a set of systems to help council meet its goal of great governance.
Local laws
Council administers a range of local laws including parking, keeping animals, bathing reserves and dog off-leash areas.
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Latest news
Spring into September with Sunshine Coast events
Spring has arrived on the Sunshine Coast and with it comes a packed calendar of events for every interest.
The first section of terraced seawall opens for community use
Step onto the future of Mooloolaba, with the first section of terraced seawall now open.
Ready, set, go: Sunshine Coast Airport opens new Relay store
Travellers passing through Sunshine Coast Airport can now enjoy a fresh new retail experience, with the opening of Relay marking the first new store delivered as part of the airport's $170 million terminal redevelopment. The store offers a mix of travel essentials and showcases locally made Sunshine Coast products.
ShowFest Sunshine Coast: Film, games, AI and pacific storytelling collide
From 20 to 25 October, six days of professional development, local talent showcases and an awards night round out ShowFest 2026's eight-event program across the Sunshine Coast.
Students create living legacy for marine life
The region’s first Living Seawall, designed and created entirely by students, installed in Mooloolaba.
Spring into September with Sunshine Coast events
Spring has arrived on the Sunshine Coast and with it comes a packed calendar of events for every interest.
The first section of terraced seawall opens for community use
Step onto the future of Mooloolaba, with the first section of terraced seawall now open.
Ready, set, go: Sunshine Coast Airport opens new Relay store
Travellers passing through Sunshine Coast Airport can now enjoy a fresh new retail experience, with the opening of Relay marking the first new store delivered as part of the airport's $170 million terminal redevelopment. The store offers a mix of travel essentials and showcases locally made Sunshine Coast products.
ShowFest Sunshine Coast: Film, games, AI and pacific storytelling collide
From 20 to 25 October, six days of professional development, local talent showcases and an awards night round out ShowFest 2026's eight-event program across the Sunshine Coast.
Students create living legacy for marine life
The region’s first Living Seawall, designed and created entirely by students, installed in Mooloolaba.