Sunshine Coast Biosphere Awards winner Kerry Neill celebrates First Nations culture, storytelling and connection to Country in our Sunshine Coast Biosphere through TribalLink and Hope Dreaming Centre.
Sunshine Coast Council's Shine a Light on Racism campaign has been recognised with the Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award for its leadership in promoting inclusion, challenging racism and helping create a more welcoming community across the region.
Athletes from home and abroad are preparing to hit the course at a sold-out IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast this Sunday 13 September 2026.
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.
Entries are open for the Wild HeART Student Art Prize
Spring has arrived on the Sunshine Coast and with it comes a packed calendar of events for every interest.
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.
Step onto the future of Mooloolaba, with the first section of terraced seawall now open.
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.
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.
The region’s first Living Seawall, designed and created entirely by students, installed in Mooloolaba.
Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli presented a new, purpose-built, storm damage response vehicle to the Coolum State Emergency Service (SES) Group during National SES Week.
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.
Healthy Sunshine Coast is partnering with the Sunshine Coast Bushwalking Club to offer a series of guided bushwalks in September, helping residents explore local trails, connect with nature and support their health and wellbeing.
Netball Queensland has announced that Sunshine Coast Netball Association will host the 2027 Junior State Age, bringing one of the biggest events on the community netball calendar to the Sunshine Coast region.
More than 300 business leaders attended Thriving Through Change 2026, gaining practical insights on resilience, innovation and growth. Featuring expert speakers, networking and exhibitors, the event equipped businesses to navigate challenges and seize future opportunities, including those linked to the Brisbane 2032 Games.
Moffat Beach locals and visitors will soon enjoy easier access to one of the Sunshine Coast's most loved beaches, with key areas of the foreshore set to reopen in time for the September school holidays.
Sunshine Coast sporting clubs will benefit from new and upgraded facilities as Sunshine Coast Council and the Queensland Government invest in community sporting infrastructure to support the region’s growing population and the delivery of major infrastructure projects linked to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Getting home safely after a night out on the Sunshine Coast will remain easier and more affordable, with the successful late-night bus trial extended until 2 August 2027.
Rates notices have been issued and are due for payment by 21 August. Find out how to set up an interest-free arrangement and manage your rates in a way that suits you.
Nearly 10,000 people have come together over the past 10 days to celebrate the Sunshine Coast's vibrant food culture as The Curated Plate wrapped up, delivering its most diverse program in the festival's history.
Participants from 42 countries joined thousands of local runners, walkers, volunteers and supporters, with ages ranging from four to 84, celebrating the EVA Air Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival's 15th year on Sunday 2 August, 2026.
Bushfire season is officially here, and experts warn a wet winter doesn’t reduce bushfire risk. Extra rainfall leads to more vegetation growth, creating additional fuel as temperatures rise and conditions dry out. Prepare now – learn how fire behaves, prepare an emergency kit and create a bushfire plan.
From major sporting moments to food trails, live music, wildflowers and family-friendly activities, August is shaping up as a month to get out and explore the Sunshine Coast.