Living and community
Council provides a range of services and community facilities to residents of the Sunshine Coast, ranging from waste collection and community funding and support programs to libraries, community halls, transport services, and animal shelters and pet-friendly parks.
Supporting our community
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Explore the Community Strategy
Learn how Council and our community will work together to advance our shared goal of a strong community.
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Find community facilities
We manage a range of community facilities including libraries, community halls and showgrounds.
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Sunshine Coast Biosphere
The Sunshine Coast Biosphere is our commitment to a sustainable future. The Biosphere is a way of life, caring for our environment, creating thriving communities and growing our local economy.
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Multicultural Welcome Hub
Find support, meet people and explore your new community.
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Learn how to recycle right
Search our waste and recycling guide to find out what to do with your waste.
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Waste and recycling
Council operates 8 waste facilities, weekly kerbside collection, and the Recycle Mate search tool - your guide to waste-free living on the Sunshine Coast.
Animals and pets
Find information about your responsibilities as a pet owner, pet registration and regulations, and places to exercise your pets.
Roads and transport
Find information on road closures, road safety, public transport and parking regulations.
First Nations
Sunshine Coast Council acknowledges the Sunshine Coast Country, home of the Kabi Kabi peoples and the Jinibara peoples, the Traditional Custodians, whose lands and waters we all now share.
Sunshine Coast Citizens' Panel
Sunshine Coast Council has established a new Citizens’ Panel to hear from a wide range of perspectives and voices in our community.
Community engagement
Through council's community engagement program, you can stay informed or have your say on a range of council projects and activities.
Community safety
Council is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of Coast residents and visitors.
Community support
The Sunshine Coast is a great place to live and work. One of the main reasons for this are it's people. Council works to support communities through programs, projects and campaigns. Working alongside community will ensure our region is strong because, Together we thrive.
Community facilities
Council manages a range of community facilities including libraries, community halls and showgrounds.
Parking
Drivers on the Sunshine Coast should be aware of the local parking rules.
Grants and funding
Council offers a range of grants and funding for community projects and artistic development.
Awards and ceremonies
Find out about council's Citizenship Ceremonies, Community Awards and other council awards
Volunteering
Council appreciates and values the time and dedication of all its volunteers. Find out what volunteering opportunities council offers and how to get involved.
New residents
Overview of council services and other useful information for new residents to the Sunshine Coast.
Sunshine Coast Quarries
High‑quality basalt and rhyolite sourced from quarries at Image Flat and Dulong support regional government projects and private sector developments.
Sunshine Coast Libraries
Council's library service includes eight branches and two mobile libraries. Membership is free and you can read, watch, listen and learn.
Community news
Many cultures, many stories, one Sunshine Coast community
Celebrate culture, connection and belonging at the free Welcoming Week Community Picnic at Cotton Tree Park on 20 September, featuring food, music, storytelling and activities for all ages and backgrounds.
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.
A decade of opening doors to inspiring design
Sunshine Coast Open House is celebrating 10 years of showcasing the region's homes, buildings, gardens and community spaces. Returning from 16-25 October 2026, the free festival will open the doors to inspiring and rarely seen places, exploring the theme of sustainable, inclusive design and design excellence.
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.
Events calendar for refreshed Quota Memorial Park
Free community events are bringing new energy to Nambour’s Quota Memorial Park, with skate lessons, yoga, family playdates and activities inviting locals to rediscover this welcoming community hub.
Many cultures, many stories, one Sunshine Coast community
Celebrate culture, connection and belonging at the free Welcoming Week Community Picnic at Cotton Tree Park on 20 September, featuring food, music, storytelling and activities for all ages and backgrounds.
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.
A decade of opening doors to inspiring design
Sunshine Coast Open House is celebrating 10 years of showcasing the region's homes, buildings, gardens and community spaces. Returning from 16-25 October 2026, the free festival will open the doors to inspiring and rarely seen places, exploring the theme of sustainable, inclusive design and design excellence.
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.
Events calendar for refreshed Quota Memorial Park
Free community events are bringing new energy to Nambour’s Quota Memorial Park, with skate lessons, yoga, family playdates and activities inviting locals to rediscover this welcoming community hub.