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1 month ago | 
abc.net.au | Josh Dye |Lottie Twyford |Janel Shorthouse
The Queensland government has broken a key election promise by scrapping the final stage of the Sunshine Coast direct rail line. It means the rail line will no longer extend all the way to Maroochydore. The rail line will now end at Birtinya, and bus service will connect commuters to Maroochydore and the Sunshine Coast Airport. The Queensland government has broken a key election promise by scrapping the final stage of the Sunshine Coast direct rail line.
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Janel Shorthouse
The Sleepbus non-profit organisation was formed in 2016 after a crowdsourcing campaign raised money to transform an old bus into temporary overnight accommodation. The project was rolled out across the country but there are currently only four buses operational, according to the Sleepbus website. Founder Simon Rowe said delays to rollouts were due to mechanical issues, volunteer shortages, and funding challenges.
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Nov 12, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Janel Shorthouse |Jessica Ross
Penny and Troy Freeman and their three children had been sleeping rough on Queensland's Sunshine Coast for 18 months before they finally found a place to live. They had done their best to make the modest rental cabin at Tanawha feel like home — adding fresh paint and a vegetable garden. Last night they could only watch on, in shock and despair, as flames ripped through the timber structure. "All we got out was what we were wearing," Ms Freeman said through tears.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Janel Shorthouse
Four years ago, Labor achieved what many political pundits considered impossible — turning two long-held blue seats red in South East Queensland. Now the Sunshine Coast electorates of Caloundra and Nicklin are again setting the scene for another knife-edge battle, which could ultimately determine who will hold government. Labor MP Rob Skelton holds Nicklin by the slimmest of margins at 0.01 per cent, having won the seat by just 84 votes in 2020.
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Sep 28, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Amy E. Sheehan |Janel Shorthouse
A University of the Sunshine Coast study has revealed the alarming effects of cyberbullying on teenage girls, many of whom feel pressured to diet and undergo cosmetic procedures. The survey of hundreds of girls highlights the growing impact of appearance-related bullying and its connection to body dissatisfaction and eating disorders.
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Aug 17, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Janel Shorthouse
Rangers say a four-year-old girl was part of a large family group fishing off the beach when she was bitten by a dingo at K'gari (Fraser Island). Department of Environment rangers said the dingo approached the girl on the eastern side of the island near NgKala Rocks at 11.15am on Saturday. They said it grabbed her around the chest area, causing cuts, bruising and a puncture wound.
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Jul 29, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Janel Shorthouse |Sarah Howells |Alex Easton
Charity Hope Within Reach has had its trailer stolen along with $10,000 worth of donations. The Sunshine Coast community rallied to replace the stolen items just hours before its major annual donation event. The charity is calling for the public's help to find the trailer and have the donations returned. A Sunshine Coast charity has overcome a major setback after thieves stole its trailer filled with more than $10,000 worth of donations for homeless people.
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Jun 9, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Janel Shorthouse
In short: The Sunshine Coast Council is considering a proposal for the hinterland to become a Dark Sky Reserve. Advocates say the move would attract stargazing tourists and protect the environment by limiting light pollution, with minimal impact on residents. What's next? The council is taking public submissions on the proposal. A Queensland region renowned for its multi-million-dollar wedding industry hopes to add stargazing to its tourism drawcard.
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May 29, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Janel Shorthouse |Kirra Grimes
In short: Tabby cat Sir Puddin Stacks is recovering at home after being shot by an air rifle. His owners have reported it to the RSPCA as suspected animal cruelty. What's next? Pet owners are being urged to house their pets securely to avoid becoming potential targets. The owners of a pet cat that was shot by an air rifle are urging others to speak up about animal cruelty so perpetrators can be brought to justice. Warning: This article contains footage some readers may find distressing.
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May 14, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Jessica Ross |Janel Shorthouse |Owen Jacques
More than 300 Bonza workers have been told they will remain stood down for at least another two weeks. The ABC understands staff were called into a virtual meeting just after midday on Tuesday, where they were told by administrators Hall Chadwick that the suspension of flights would continue until May 29. It is also understood that talks are continuing with parties interested in bailing out the embattled airline. The deadline for expressions of interest has been set for Thursday.
