Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club and The Surf Club Mooloolaba invite the community to its ANZAC Day Dawn Service at 5:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 25th, 2026,at Mooloolaba Beach. This deeply moving tribute will honour the sacrifices of Australian and New Zealand service men and women, past and present. As the first light of dawn […]
Hop into a school holiday adventure on the Sunshine Coast. Explore a vibrant line-up of activities designed to spark curiosity and bring the whole family together. Choose from outdoor adventures, creative workshops and wildlife experiences – there’s plenty for kids and grown-ups to enjoy. Easter Egg Hunt Join a late Easter Bunny egg hunt at Bankfoot House. Search the gardens for
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Sunshine Coast Council’s 2026 Community Grant Program is off and running, with applications now open for the first Grants round of the year. Strong Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said Council remained passionate about empowering not-for-profit community organisations to bring a great projects, activities and events to life – big and small. “Every year, Council
On Sunday, 29 March 2026, the Sunshine Coast community will come together at Kawana Aquatic Centre for the inaugural Bloomin’ Good Swim, a full-day swimming festival raising funds for Bloomhill Cancer Care. From 7:30am to 4:30pm, swimmers of all ages and abilities will take part in Aqua Aerobics, relay laps, fun races, challenges, entertainment, raffles,
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As turtle hatchlings prepare to emerge from their nests along the Sunshine Coast, you’re invited to take part in a hands-on conservation effort to help give these tiny creatures the best possible start. Sunshine Coast Council, in partnership with Reef Check Australia, Kabi Kabi Peoples Aboriginal Corporation, Noosa Council and Bribie Island Environmental Protection Association,
This summer, the Wild HeART Student Art Prize Finalists’ Exhibition Trail will see Maroochy Bushland Botanic Garden come alive with vibrant artworks created by local children and young people. The free exhibition trail invites you to wander among 22 incredible art pieces by talented nature-lovers, aged 5 to 18 years. As you explore the larger-than-life
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Improved community safety, carefully considered changes to off-leash areas and enhanced protection for environmentally sensitive zones are the key elements of the new Sunshine Coast Dog Exercise Area Regional Plan. Sunshine Coast Council’s Environment and Liveability Portfolio Maria Suarez said Council was appreciative of the valuable community feedback that played a major role in developing
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School’s out and summer’s in. Looking for ways to keep the kids active, curious and smiling these holidays?Our Sunshine Coast Summer School Holiday Guide is bursting with sunny adventures, creative workshops and family friendly events to suit every budget.Whether it’s nature play or hands-on activities, there’s something for every age and interest. Make this summer
Getting around Maroochydore and Alexandra Headland on the weekend is about to get easier and cheaper thanks to the new weekend bus route 613. Running as part of a 12-month trial, the new 613 bus loop connects Sunshine Cove, Dalton Drive, Sunshine Plaza and Alexandra Headland, making it perfect for brunch catch-ups, Christmas shopping, or
The Sunshine Coast shines bright with a spectacular display of festive lights, adding colour and joy to parks and streets across the region. Council has adorned 26 trees across the region with eco-friendly LED lights and colourful decorations, creating a cheerful glow to local parks and streets. Whether you stroll beneath the glowing branches in