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The Latest Breaking News from the Sunshine Coast

Queensland driver charged with eight attempted murders after pedestrians struck – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Adelaide should be England’s best chance: expect changes after Noosa debrief

Plenty is up in the air as the Ashes tourists escape the Sunshine Coast goldfish bowl, but sharks are circling for next week’s third Test

The Guardian - UK

Young people are increasingly being killed or injured on e-bikes. It’s time for governments to act

In the span of just a few days, two children were killed in separate e-bike crashes in Queensland – one on the Sunshine Coast and another on the Gold Coast.

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E-bikes under scrutiny after two kids die in two states

The future of e-mobility devices faces scrutiny after two children died in separate accidents in different Australian states, sparking calls for tougher laws.

AAP

Fearless era: Swifts' best start to a season since 2010

The NSW Swifts are off to their best start to a season since 2010, cruising to a seventh straight victory as Grace Nweke tormented the Sunshine Coast Lightning.

AAP

The best Airbnbs for surfing around the world, from Cornwall to Queensland

Practicality meets radical style at these Airbnbs at world-class surfing spots in Australia, Hawaii and more, Surf’s up!

The Independent UK

One Woman Killed & One Man Shot In Crashes And Alleged Carjackings On The Sunshine Coast

One woman has been killed and a man has been injured in a major crash and alleged carjackings on the Sunshine Coast.

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Dozens of surfers fell ill after swimming in seas that turned into a ‘bacterial smoothie’ of sea foam. What was in it?

Two windswept beaches 80km south of Adelaide have been closed to the public after locals reported “more than 100” surfers fell ill on the weekend. Their symptoms included “a sore throat, dry cough and irritated eyes” or blurred vision. Dead sea dragons, fish and octopuses have also washed up on…

The Conversation

The sting in Alfred’s tail: severe rain and flood risk as storms loom over Queensland and northern NSW

Ex-Cyclone Alfred has passed. However, residents of northern New South Wales and parts of Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast should be on high alert for bands of intense rainfall and possible flash flooding.

The Conversation

Choosing a Commercial Demolition Contractor on the Sunshine Coast: A Comprehensive Guide

When it comes to commercial demolition on the Sunshine Coast, selecting the right contractor is paramount. The process of dismantling a business premises or office building requires a unique set of skills, expertise, and equipment. It's not just about knocking down walls; it's about strategic deconstruction, safety compliance, and minimising…

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A local’s guide to the Sunshine Coast: ‘There’s more variety and natural beauty in the hinterlands’

The Sunny Coast – as locals know it – has a get-up-early culture, says Lonely Planet editor Jessica Lockhart. Between the busy beaches, bustling markets and afternoon live music, it’s also possible to find yourself alone in nature

The Guardian - AU

How Retractable Screens Improve Comfort in Sunshine Coast Homes

The Sunshine Coast’s beautiful weather encourages homeowners to keep their doors and windows open to enjoy the warm breeze and abundant natural light. However, balancing this openness with comfort and protection can be challenging. Retractable screens in Sunshine Coast homes provide an effective solution, blending convenience with modern design. These…

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Afternoon Update: major native title ruling; Chinese officials appear to block Cheng Lei’s view at event; and why are Australian houses so cold?

The Kabi Kabi people have been awarded native title over a 356,345-hectare estate on the Sunshine Coast

The Guardian - AU

Elation, sorrow over Sunshine Coast native title

Kabi Kabi Traditional Owners say they're empowered after being formally recognised as the native title holders over parts of the Sunshine Coast.

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Fire ants found again outside Qld containment zone

Two fire ant nests have been found on the Sunshine Coast amid rising fears about a spate of recent outlier detections.

AAP

Funding boost for rail line before Brisbane 2032

The federal government will add an extra $1.15 billion to a Sunshine Coast rail line, ensuring it will be ready ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

AAP

Critically injured toddler airlifted after car rollover

A two-year-old boy has been critically injured and airlifted to hospital after a car rolled down an embankment at Nambour on the Sunshine Coast.

AAP

Man hit with extra charge over scooter death of boy

Police have charged a man with another offence after a 12-year-old boy riding a scooter collided with a ute on the Sunshine Coast, dying from his injuries.

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Newcastle Herald

Flights to Sunshine Coast cut back as Bonza looks to 'deliver reliability'

The airline has cut some routes and reduced services on others as it deals with a lack of 'sustainable demand'.

ABC News

Is light rail a 'magnificent' opportunity? These community groups don't think so

They increase property prices, take cars off the road, and governments are keen to splash millions on rolling them out in rapidly growing cities. But light rail is facing increasingly vocal local opposition.

ABC News

Defendant tells court he wanted to fight Balin Stewart and did not mean to kill him

A teenage boy on trial for the murder of a 16-year-old boy on the Sunshine Coast has admitted he previously expressed he wanted to kill him, but told a jury this was "an empty threat".

ABC News

Owners of historic beach shack stand firm as council pushes forward with 'monstrous' new link road

The owners of a 60-year-old beach shack destined for demolition to make way for a major road upgrade on the Sunshine Coast say they'll keep fighting the council "until the end".

ABC News

Sunshine Coast Council goes to great heights to rebuild storm-damaged eastern osprey nest

A daring treetop mission has seen the years-long nesting site of a pair of eastern ospreys rebuilt on the Sunshine Coast after it was badly damaged during storm.

ABC News

Nesting boxes with infrared, radio technology to help save vulnerable native animals on Sunshine Coast

Timber boxes with infrared detectors and radio communications are creating hope for some of the country's most vulnerable species in an Australian-first pilot program on the Sunshine Coast.

ABC News

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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