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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.

Council is developing the next Sunshine Coast Flying Fox Management Plan. Take your seat at the table and help shape a balanced approach to flying fox management.

Sunshine Coast Council has launched its Legacy Action Plan 2026-2031, outlining 40 actions to ensure the region benefits from co-hosting the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The plan focuses on delivering better transport, community infrastructure, sporting facilities, business opportunities and lasting benefits for residents.

Fire-cooked Sri Lankan cuisine, Japanese tuna-cutting demonstrations, Greek village feasts, New Orleans-inspired dining, paddock-to-plate experiences and family picnics are just some of the experiences on the menu as The Curated Plate officially begins today.

Discover the Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary this winter, with accessible boardwalk adventures, unique wildlife encounters and family-friendly nature experiences.

A powerful display of community spirit is helping kick off the countdown to Brisbane 2032 — see the moment unfold in the short video!

Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a refreshed public space in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular spots, with a new streetscape upgrade on a section of Park Street now complete and open to the community.

Swimmers can dive back in following a major upgrade to one of the Sunshine Coast's favourite coastal swimming pools.

Families are invited to roll out the picnic blanket and enjoy a spectacular day of food, fun and entertainment when Picnic on Kings brings the Kings Beach Amphitheatre alive on Saturday 25 July.

Applications for Landholder Environment Grants are open. The program offers a practical next step for rural landholders looking to make environmental improvements on their property.

Sunshine Coast businesses looking to seize opportunities,  navigate a changing business environment and learn from the country’s best, shouldn’t miss Council's annual business expo, Thriving Through Change, on Wednesday 5 August 2026 at Maroochy RSL.

The Sunshine Coast is set to come alive this July with a dynamic program of major sporting events, cultural celebrations and community experiences, reinforcing the region as a premier winter events destination.

The Sunshine Coast will welcome more than 1,200 athletes, officials, volunteers and supporters from across Australia and the Pacific for the 2026 Australian Deaf Games from 4–11 July, 2026.

Meet the Sunshine Coast Biosphere Awards winners, from ocean defenders to collaborators for inclusive sport, all inspiring action for sustainability across our UNESCO-designated Sunshine Coast Biosphere.

These school holidays, the Sunshine Coast is buzzing with family-friendly fun, offering everything from outdoor adventures and creative workshops to wildlife encounters and free, hands-on activities for all ages.

Sunshine Coast residents are being encouraged to shop, dine and spend locally as part of Buy Local Day on Saturday, 27 June 2026 – a region-wide initiative supporting the more than 39,000 small and medium businesses that power the local economy and provide local job opportunities.

Major landslip repairs and stabilisation works have been completed along a stretch of coastline severely damaged by weather events.