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Sunshine Coast Daily

Reporter at The Daily Sunshine Coast. 40 articles published.

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Sunshine Coast's best dining: where to eat on the Coast right now

Community

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Sunshine Coast's best dining: where to eat on the Coast right now

Noosa to Mooloolaba — the guide to eating well on the Sunshine Coast.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 27 June 2026

Things to do on the Sunshine Coast this weekend

Community

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Things to do on the Sunshine Coast this weekend

Noosa, glass house mountains, hinterland villages — the Sunshine Coast rewards every type of weekend.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 27 June 2026

Sunshine Coast Rail project advances as federal funding secured

News

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Sunshine Coast Rail project advances as federal funding secured

The $5.5B rail connection from Beerwah to Maroochydore has full funding commitment confirmed.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 27 June 2026

Sunshine Coast history and heritage: from Kabi Kabi country to the coolabah tree

Community

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Sunshine Coast history and heritage: from Kabi Kabi country to the coolabah tree

The story of the Sunshine Coast — from the Blackall Range pioneers to the modern resort coast.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 25 June 2026

Federal

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Federal rail commitment transforms Sunshine Coast's growth trajectory

$3.3 billion federal investment in the Sunshine Coast rail confirms the region's national significance.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 25 June 2026

The best restaurants on the Sunshine Coast right now

Community

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The best restaurants on the Sunshine Coast right now

From Noosa's Hastings Street to Montville's hinterland bistros — here's where to eat.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 25 June 2026

Cost of living on the Sunshine Coast: the Brisbane comparison that matters

Finance

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Cost of living on the Sunshine Coast: the Brisbane comparison that matters

The Sunshine Coast is 20% cheaper than Brisbane once housing costs are properly compared.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 25 June 2026

Arts and culture on the Sunshine Coast: galleries, theatre, and live music

Community

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Arts and culture on the Sunshine Coast: galleries, theatre, and live music

Caloundra Regional Gallery to Woodfordia — the Sunshine Coast's cultural life.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 24 June 2026

Cost of living on the Sunshine Coast: what you need to know in 2026

Finance

Updated 28 min ago

Cost of living on the Sunshine Coast: what you need to know in 2026

Noosa prices plus Maroochydore practicality — here's the full financial picture.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 24 June 2026

Property

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Noosa property market 2026: scarcity drives premium suburb performance

Supply constraints and high-income demand are keeping Noosa in a league of its own.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 24 June 2026

Sunshine Coast economy hits $22 billion as one of Australia's fastest-growing regional cities

Business

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Sunshine Coast economy hits $22 billion as one of Australia's fastest-growing regional cities

The city is on track to reach 500,000 residents by 2030, making it comparable to Canberra in size.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 23 June 2026

Sunshine Coast Airport expansion opens new gates, boosting international capacity

News

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Sunshine Coast Airport expansion opens new gates, boosting international capacity

The $360 million expansion gives the Sunshine Coast its first purpose-built international terminal, with four direct Asian routes planned.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 23 June 2026

Sports and fitness on the Sunshine Coast: your complete guide

Community

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Sports and fitness on the Sunshine Coast: your complete guide

Triathlon capital to surf lifesaving — how the Sunshine Coast stays active.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 23 June 2026

Best suburbs to live on the Sunshine Coast in 2026

Property

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Best suburbs to live on the Sunshine Coast in 2026

Noosa to Caloundra — where value and lifestyle converge on the Sunshine Coast.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 23 June 2026

Sunshine Coast City Deal funding milestones accelerate hospital and university investment

Federal

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Sunshine Coast City Deal funding milestones accelerate hospital and university investment

The $2 billion deal is tracking ahead of schedule, with the health campus and USC expansion both opening ahead of commitment dates.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 22 June 2026

Best family activities on the Sunshine Coast

Community

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Best family activities on the Sunshine Coast

Australia Zoo to Underwater World — the Sunshine Coast's best family days.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 22 June 2026

Moving to the Sunshine Coast: the complete 2026 guide

Community

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Moving to the Sunshine Coast: the complete 2026 guide

Noosa to Caloundra — the full picture of Sunshine Coast life in 2026.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 22 June 2026

Volunteering on the Sunshine Coast: where to get involved

Community

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Volunteering on the Sunshine Coast: where to get involved

The organisations and programs building the Coast's community.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 21 June 2026

Best parks and outdoor spaces on the Sunshine Coast

Community

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Best parks and outdoor spaces on the Sunshine Coast

Noosa National Park to Kondalilla Falls — the Sunshine Coast's natural treasures.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 21 June 2026

Best day trips from the Sunshine Coast: your guide to south-east Queensland

Community

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Best day trips from the Sunshine Coast: your guide to south-east Queensland

Glass House Mountains to Fraser Island — the Sunshine Coast's best day escapes.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 20 June 2026

Sunshine Coast hinterland: the acreage market attracting tree-changers

Property

Updated 12 h ago

Sunshine Coast hinterland: the acreage market attracting tree-changers

Montville, Maleny, and Eudlo are becoming serious property markets for lifestyle buyers.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 20 June 2026

Best cafes and coffee on the Sunshine Coast

Community

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Best cafes and coffee on the Sunshine Coast

From Noosa to Maleny — where the Sunshine Coast does coffee best.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 19 June 2026

Superannuation for Sunshine Coast workers: healthcare, retail, and remote professionals

Finance

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Superannuation for Sunshine Coast workers: healthcare, retail, and remote professionals

The Coast's diverse workforce needs targeted super strategies for retirement.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 19 June 2026

Sunshine Coast nightlife and evening entertainment guide

Community

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Sunshine Coast nightlife and evening entertainment guide

Noosa to Maroochydore — the Sunshine Coast after dark.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 18 June 2026

Sunshine Coast Airport expansion drives tourism and logistics growth

Business

Updated 13 h ago

Sunshine Coast Airport expansion drives tourism and logistics growth

The terminal upgrade and runway extension have enabled larger aircraft and new international routes.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 17 June 2026

Sunshine Coast health campus expansion adds 200 beds and research institute

News

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Sunshine Coast health campus expansion adds 200 beds and research institute

The $380 million expansion positions Birtinya as a major health hub for the south-east Queensland growth corridor.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 17 June 2026

Best breakfast and brunch on the Sunshine Coast

Community

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Best breakfast and brunch on the Sunshine Coast

From Yandina Station to Noosa — the Coast's top morning spots.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 17 June 2026

Sunshine Coast sees surge in skilled migrant arrivals as region's employment market booms

Federal

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Sunshine Coast sees surge in skilled migrant arrivals as region's employment market booms

The region is receiving skilled visa holders in health, construction, and technology as the labour market tightens.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 15 June 2026

Sunshine Coast apartment investment: the high-rise debate and the market reality

Property

Updated 5 h ago

Sunshine Coast apartment investment: the high-rise debate and the market reality

The Coast's apartment sector is evolving as developers push for higher density near the coast.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 15 June 2026

Sunshine Coast Health Campus becomes regional medical hub

Business

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Sunshine Coast Health Campus becomes regional medical hub

The $2 billion campus at Birtinya is the largest health precinct in regional Queensland.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 11 June 2026

Maroochydore CBD development reaches halfway as first businesses open

News

Updated 14 h ago

Maroochydore CBD development reaches halfway as first businesses open

SunCentral's masterplanned city centre now has 15 operating businesses, with 40 more approved for the next construction stage.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 10 June 2026

Sunshine Coast first home buyer suburbs: where $30K grant meets Coast lifestyle

Property

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Sunshine Coast first home buyer suburbs: where $30K grant meets Coast lifestyle

Sippy Downs, Meridan Plains, and Caloundra West offer genuine first home buyer opportunity.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 10 June 2026

Federal

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Sunshine Coast leads nation in solar rebate uptake as federal program extends

More than 68,000 Sunshine Coast households have rooftop solar, aided by federal Small-scale Technology Certificate rebates.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 8 June 2026

Sunshine Coast technology sector emerges as remote work reshapes the coastal economy

Business

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Sunshine Coast technology sector emerges as remote work reshapes the coastal economy

More than 4,500 technology professionals now live and work on the Sunshine Coast.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 5 June 2026

Property

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Commercial property on the Sunshine Coast: the Maroochydore CBD transformation

The new Maroochydore City Centre is creating a commercial property market from scratch.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 5 June 2026

Sunshine Coast population set to hit 550,000 by 2031 as growth shows no signs of slowing

News

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Sunshine Coast population set to hit 550,000 by 2031 as growth shows no signs of slowing

The region's appeal for families and retirees continues to drive one of the strongest population growth rates in Queensland.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 4 June 2026

Fairfax and Fisher electorates closely contested as Sunshine Coast grows

Federal

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Fairfax and Fisher electorates closely contested as Sunshine Coast grows

The two Sunshine Coast federal seats are attracting intense campaign attention from both major parties and at least two independent candidates.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 1 June 2026

Sunshine Coast property market cools but holds as lifestyle demand remains structural

Business

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Sunshine Coast property market cools but holds as lifestyle demand remains structural

Median house price of $920,000 is now higher than Brisbane, reflecting persistent lifestyle premium.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 30 May 2026

Sunshine Coast Stadium to host 2032 Olympic football as venue update confirmed

News

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Sunshine Coast Stadium to host 2032 Olympic football as venue update confirmed

The venue will receive a $165 million upgrade to meet FIFA standards, including new covered grandstands and field improvements.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 30 May 2026

Federal

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Federal Bruce Highway funding reaches $6.5 billion as Sunshine Coast sections progress

The Caloundra to Sunshine Coast Motorway interchange upgrade has begun construction under the latest Commonwealth-Queensland highway program.

By Sunshine Coast Daily · 26 May 2026