Sunshine Coast News

Sunshine Coast News is a thriving local media company founded by seasoned publishers Darryl Olson, Noel Olson, Michael Kramer, and Anar Higgins. This innovative project started over 12 years ago and is best known for its high-quality magazine, My Weekly Preview (MWP), which focuses on news, lifestyle, and real estate in southeast Queensland. MWP has become a staple in the community, showcasing the lively spirit of the region. In addition to MWP, the company also produces the beautiful quarterly Salt magazine and the popular Your Time Magazine, aimed at the Plus 55 demographic, both available on the Sunshine Coast and in Brisbane. The launch of the daily digital news platform, Sunshine Coast News, marks an exciting new chapter for the business. This platform will enhance the company's offerings and represents a crucial commitment to independent journalism, especially as larger media corporations move away from serving our local community.

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Priority locations identified for boat launch upgrades

5 days ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Caitlin Zerafa

A local council has been briefed on the future of its recreational boating facilities, with three priority locations identified for improved infrastructure. The update was given to Noosa councillors at last week's Services and Organisation Committee meeting following confirmation from Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) that it would allocate $2.5 million to future projects.
Developer seeks more time for 286-site resort project

1 week ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Chris Gilmore

The developer behind a tourist park with 286 sites has lodged an application to extend its approval by three years, to allow it time to finish the project. The extension to the Maroochy River Resort on David Low Way at Diddillibah includes plans for 123 two-bedroom units, 10 two-bedroom long-term duplex units (20 units in total), 92 one-bedroom short-term cabins and 51 short-term glamping tents, plus facilities, amenities and associated infrastructure.
Animal welfare 'under investigation' at horse-riding ranch

1 week ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Caitlin Zerafa

The Department of Primary Industries is investigating allegations of animal neglect at a long-standing horse-riding centre, but the owner says the claims are "totally false". Operating since the 1980s, the centre has become a popular place for people of all ages to enjoy horseback trail-riding experiences. However, some workers and volunteers of the Mooloolah Valley Riding Centre have raised ongoing concerns about the health and welfare of the horses.
'Enforcement action' a 'last resort' for homeless in public areas

1 week ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Steele Taylor

Sunshine Coast Council has outlined its strategies - including "enforcement" when necessary - for homeless people who stay overnight in public areas. The local authority stated that it was doing what it could to help those sleeping rough but "enforcement action" was used as "a last resort". It comes after Moreton Bay, Brisbane and Gold Coast councils reportedly made moves to crack down on homeless people who bedded down in parks.
Thousands push to keep beach off-leash for dogs

2 weeks ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Steele Taylor

A community group hopes a public outcry will be heard by a local council when it considers the future of a dog beach. The Save Stumers Creek Off Leash Dog Beach Committee says more than 6000 people have signed its petitions to try to stop Sunshine Coast Council from turning a 1km off-leash area at Coolum into an on-leash area.
$2.5m confirmed for infrastructure

2 weeks ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Caitlin Zerafa

A promise for funding to upgrade boat infrastructure is set to be fulfilled despite some silence on when the money would be allocated. Before the state election last year, the LNP committed $2.5 million to provide boating-related upgrades along the Noosa River. The proposed improvements would address a shortfall in boat ramps and boat trailer parking, reducing pressure on local car parking. However, since the election little had been said on if, or when, the funding would be allocated.
Why this financial planning tool is essential

2 weeks ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Katrina Brennan

By When was the last time you did a break-even analysis? This analysis is an essential financial planning tool that empowers business leaders to make well-informed decisions on pricing, cost management and growth strategies. By calculating the precise point where total revenue equals total costs, it identifies the minimum sales volume to cover fixed and variable expenses before a business begins to generate profit.
Imagery shows how Alfred changed our coastline

2 weeks ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Chris Gilmore

By Tropical Cyclone Alfred might now be a distant memory, but beaches on the Sunshine Coast are still showing the signs of being battered by heavy swell, strong winds and heavy rain for days. The event in early March caused significant erosion at several locations, most notably at Yaroomba, Maroochydore, Kings Beach and along the exposed Kawana stretch.
Service station planned for site of fire-damaged house

2 weeks ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Chris Gilmore

Plans for a new service station that would replace a fire-damaged property have been submitted to Sunshine Coast Council for assessment. The new facility would be located across the road from an existing service station, and next door to a veterinary clinic. The 893sqm site on the corner of Caloundra and Dyer streets at Landsborough currently has a vacant house that was damaged in a damaged by a fire in October.
changes to deter 'undertakers' on busy road

2 weeks ago | sunshinecoastnews.com.au | Caitlin Zerafa

Lane changes are set for a busy thoroughfare that connects to a fast-growing residential area after a local councillor called out "people driving like tools". It follows a series of community complaints to Sunshine Coast Council about "dangerous driver behaviour" and speeding through a school zone. As a result, painted chevrons and merging signals will be placed along an eastbound section of Peter Crosby Way at Palmview.