Sunshine Coast Council
Sunshine Coast Council offers a range of services and provides information about council, the region, careers with council, things to see and do and business opportunities.
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The Sunshine Coast offers a range of facilities and natural wonders for both all to enjoy, from beautiful beaches and hinterland hideaways to state-of-the-art sporting facilities and entertainment venues. The Sunshine Coast hosts a variety of major and regional events; there is something to keep everyone entertained throughout the year.
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.
An important part of Council’s role within the region is to maintain and enhance the region’s natural assets, liveability and environment credentials. Get involved in a range of conservation programs and initiatives or explore a range of options for sustainable living.
The Sunshine Coast is one of the most exciting business destinations in Australia. The region offers a skilled and educated workforce, focuses on innovation, an increasingly diverse economy and well-planned areas for business growth. Council provides services to enable local business to thrive and to support investment in the region.
Council’s development services range from planning, engineering, plumbing and landscaping approvals to provision of specialist advice to the community on planning requirements, audits of private development works, investigation of public concerns around land use or development, and management of appeals.
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.
From rates to infringements, parking permits to animal registration, this is a one-stop-shop for all payment and permit applications.
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Give a Sheet® and help the planet
Recycle household linen through this community event
New accessible coastal boardwalk now open at Alex
Enjoy safer pathway, scenic views and accessibility
Prepare your workplace before severe weather strikes
Take simple steps to prepare for emergencies
Local artists, extraordinary perspectives
New exhibitions celebrate acclaimed Sunshine Coast artists
Look up: explore our shared night sky
Discover stories, science and wonder at Landsborough Museum
Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards: Nominate now!
Celebrate a local or group who has made a significant contribution to our community