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As cities axe shared e-scooters, the many more personally owned ones are in a blind spot

Recent decisions by the Melbourne City and Sunshine Coast councils to end contracts with operators of shared e-scooters have reignited debate around this form of transport. It ticks many sustainability boxes, yet continues to make headlines for the wrong reasons.

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Ervin steps up as Lightning bring down Firebirds

Young defender Ash Ervin has combined with Diamonds captain Liz Watson to lead Sunshine Coast Lightning to an 11-goal win over the Queensland Firebirds.

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No drama for Lightning this time in win over Vixens

The Sunshine Coast Lightning have secured their second win of the Super Netball season with a 64-57 triumph over the Melbourne Vixens.

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Netball Australia apologises after review into result

Netball's governing body says it will ensure there's no repeat of the chaos that followed a scoreboard error that caused final-score confusion for 50 minutes.

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Mavs beat Lightning, notch maiden Super Netball win

Behind a marvellous Molly Jovic, the Melbourne Mavericks have pinched their first Super Netball win by edging Sunshine Coast Lightning in a thriller.

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Lightning charge to Super Netball win in Qld derby

Steph Wood has led a Sunshine Coast Lightning comeback to defeat state rivals Queensland Firebirds in a 66-60 Super Netball win.

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Sunshine Coast budget airline Bonza eyes expansion, rules out cutting struggling routes

Four months after launching, the low-cost carrier is preparing to grow its network with one expert nominating Newcastle as a potential new base.

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Sunshine Coast man charged over Burpengary crash that left one motorcyclist dead, another in critical condition

A 31-year-old man from Eumundi has appeared in court this morning over an incident in Burpengary that killed a 57-year-old man and left another rider fighting for life.

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Battle looms as Twin Waters West developer makes third attempt to build housing estate on floodplain

Sunshine Coast residents who have spent 14 years fighting property giant Stockland over its plans to build a housing estate on a floodplain are preparing to do battle once again.

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Sunshine Coast Council to speed up plans for up to 100 affordable rental properties as crisis mounts

The Sunshine Coast Council, frustrated over the housing shortage as its population booms, takes planning matters into its own hands and pushes for state and federal support.

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Man charged with alleged stabbing murder of 69yo Conondale man Christopher Gwin

The body of 69-year-old Christopher Gwin was found at his Sunshine Coast hinterland home on Saturday. A 68-year-old man has been charged with his alleged unprovoked stabbing murder.

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Onboard for first direct flights from Newcastle to the Sunshine Coast

'Market disruptor' airline offers budget flights from Newcastle to holiday hotspots.

Newcastle Herald

Historic Sunshine Coast pub ditches pokies to create family friendly atmosphere

Sunshine Coast publican Jessica Huddart has taken the pokies to the tip in order to create a more family friendly atmosphere.

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Calls for 'no-fishing' zone and new marine park around Mudjimba Island

A long-time mariner and diver is calling for a popular fishing spot off the Sunshine Coast to eventually be made off-limits to anglers.

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Saxon Reber, Jahly Stokes claim Lake Mac Pro Junior titles

Manly surfer Saxon Reber made the most of a late wave to score his biggest win on Sunday at Surfest's Lake Mac City Pro Junior at Redhead. Reber, 19, needed a 5.48 to take the lead in the final and came up with a 5.8 with a ride all the…

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Fears for 'invisible' young people forced home by COVID-19 pandemic and stuck there due to cost of living

A new report finds one-in-five young people have felt it was difficult or "not beneficial" living with their parents, yet COVID-19 restrictions have forced them to head home. One youth worker is worried about those still stuck there due to the cost of living and housing crisis.

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Alleged drunk driver nears record blood alcohol reading

A Sunshine Coast woman has allegedly gotten behind the wheel while more than eight times over the legal alcohol limit before being involved in a two-car crash.

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Sunshine Coast surfer Sophie McCulloch 'nervous, excited' ahead of inaugural Championship Tour tilt

Fresh from an exhilarating World Surf League win, Sophie McCulloch is ready to shine on the global stage.

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Elderly Qld farmer trapped in mud dies

A 95-year-old farmer who survived two days trapped in mud on his property in the Sunshine Coast hinterland has died in hospital.

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Sunshine Coast man faces more than 50 charges, including 21 counts of rape

The accused is facing more than 50 charges in total, including an additional 30 counts of sexual assault. Police say the charges relate to four young men.

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Sunshine Coast hospital says paediatrician on exploitation charges 'never alone with a patient'

An investigation into the 43-year-old began after Australian officials received a report from their US counterparts about an online user uploading child abuse material using Yahoo and Google accounts.

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Giants win, secure home netball final

The Giants have earned a home semi-final after overcoming a late challenge from Sunshine Coast Lightning to guarantee third spot on the Super Netball ladder.

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Vixens cement top spot in Super Netball

The Melbourne Vixens are on the brink of claiming the Super Netball minor premiership after a hard-fought 64-60 win over Sunshine Coast Lightning.

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Swifts end Lightning dynasty in thriller

NSW Swifts co-captain Maddy Proud has led her team to a 61-60 Super Netball win against the Sunshine Coast Lightning at USC Stadium.

Irish Mirror

Jockey hits back after being questioned by fan over lack of effort on gambled runner

Jockey Stephanie Thornton responded to a tweet about her ride on Campai at Sunshine Coast. The horse held a clear lead turning into the straight but was overtaken in the closing stages

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