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Latest news
Free and low-cost winter wonders these school holidays
If you’re looking for fun and affordable ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays, discover what’s on in our guide packed with boredom-busting activities.
‘Keeping workers’: new door opens for affordable housing
Find out more about the region-first initiative to deliver affordable homes for eligible, low-income individuals, couples and families.
Video celebrates turtle heroes and their epic quest
From humble beginnings to a thriving conservation movement, this year TurtleCare Sunshine Coast will celebrate its 20 year anniversary.
Reach for the stars: dark sky plan progresses
Council has shared key details on its plan to manage lighting in the proposed Dark Sky Reserve for the Sunshine Coast hinterland. The community is invited to have your say on the plan between June 16 and July 11, providing an opportunity for public feedback in the initiative.
Creative grants fuel new work and artistic innovation
From AI-generated art to deep listening festivals, the latest Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants are backing bold new creative projects across the Sunshine Coast.
Free and low-cost winter wonders these school holidays
If you’re looking for fun and affordable ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays, discover what’s on in our guide packed with boredom-busting activities.
‘Keeping workers’: new door opens for affordable housing
Find out more about the region-first initiative to deliver affordable homes for eligible, low-income individuals, couples and families.
Video celebrates turtle heroes and their epic quest
From humble beginnings to a thriving conservation movement, this year TurtleCare Sunshine Coast will celebrate its 20 year anniversary.
Reach for the stars: dark sky plan progresses
Council has shared key details on its plan to manage lighting in the proposed Dark Sky Reserve for the Sunshine Coast hinterland. The community is invited to have your say on the plan between June 16 and July 11, providing an opportunity for public feedback in the initiative.
Creative grants fuel new work and artistic innovation
From AI-generated art to deep listening festivals, the latest Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants are backing bold new creative projects across the Sunshine Coast.
