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Sunshine Coast news — July 2026

Every story we published in July 2026.

1. Finance · 25 July 2026

   ClearVue Solar Glass Clears Safety Certification, Opening Sunshine Coast Building Opportunities

   Local construction and property sectors gain new clean energy option after ASX-listed company clears critical safety certification.

2. Technology · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Developers Reveal AI Tools and Wearables Through 2027

   Local developers outline timelines for AI household tools and camera-free wearables adapted to regional needs through 2027.

3. Property · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Approves 22-Storey Tower Near Maroochydore CBD

   Sunshine Coast Council gives the go-ahead for a 22-storey mixed-use tower on Plaza Parade, setting the stage for a new wave of urban development.

4. Technology · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Unveils Tech Roadmap: What's Coming Next

   From Maroochydore's emerging CBD to innovation hubs in Birtinya, the Sunshine Coast is plotting an ambitious course through the next wave of digital transformation.

5. Wellness · 25 July 2026

   Sweat, Stride and Support: Fitness Challenges Bringing the Sunshine Coast Community Together

   From sunrise park runs to ocean swims, the Sunshine Coast is embracing group fitness events that do more than just boost heart rates-they’re strengthening local bonds.

6. Wellness · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Council Maps 12 Walking Trails by Difficulty Level

   Sunshine Coast locals and visitors now have clearer options for matching trails to their fitness levels after recent council mapping updates.

7. Finance · 25 July 2026

   Local sharemarket edges higher as precious metals rebound, offering respite to diversified portfolios

   Gold's recovery provides relief to Australian investors, though equity weakness persists across the broader market.

8. Wellness · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Residents Access Free Wellness: Trails, Markets, Classes

   Locals can reach trails, markets and university sessions that support physical and mental health without added fees.

9. Property · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Property Market Splits: Budget Areas Cool, Luxury Zones Heat Up

   Auction clearance rates dipped across the region in June, yet multi-million dollar sales in Noosa and Buderim point to a fractured market where quality still commands a premium.

10. News · 25 July 2026

    Key Decisions Ahead: What Happens Next for the Sunshine Coast in the Second Half of 2026

    From Maroochydore's half-built CBD to hospital expansion timelines and short-term rental rules, the region faces a series of decisions in the coming months that will shape how the Coast grows, and who it grows for.

11. Lifestyle · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Locals Share Daily Winter Survival and Market Tips

    Sunshine Coast residents draw on daily routines to offer direct advice on winter layers, market visits and neighbourhood shortcuts.

12. News · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast at Crossroads: Growth Decisions Will Shape Region's Future

    As the region grapples with rapid growth and development, key decisions loom on the horizon that will shape the future of the Sunshine Coast

13. News · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Council Implements Short-Term Rental Rules, Reshaping Housing Market

    With the Sunshine Coast's housing pressure reaching a breaking point, councils and property owners face a series of critical choices that will reshape the region's rental landscape for years to come.

14. News · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Property Owners, Renters React to Short-Term Rental Restrictions

    Community members across Caloundra, Mooloolaba and the hinterland are sharing the real costs of Queensland's tightening short-term rental rules, and not everyone is unhappy about the change.

15. Wellness · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Farmers Markets: Buy These 5 Seasonal Winter Produce Picks Now

    From the hinterland to the coast, here is how to source the region's top seasonal produce for a healthy winter pantry.

16. Finance · 25 July 2026

    Australian sharemarket volatile as commodity prices and banking sector weigh on local investor confidence

    Weakness in mining stocks and banking shares is creating volatility in the ASX, affecting regional investors and superannuation holdings across Sunshine Coast households.

17. Property · 25 July 2026

    Health Hub Fuels Birtinya's Emergence as Sunshine Coast's Top Investment Drawcard

    Infrastructure spending and a surging population of key workers are fuelling a property boom in the suburb anchored by the region's largest hospital.

18. Wellness · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Parkruns Draw Hundreds Weekly at Coastal Venues

    Weekly timed runs at coastal and bushland venues draw hundreds of Sunshine Coast participants each Saturday.

19. Property · 25 July 2026

    Council Zoning Changes Reshape Sunshine Coast Property Market Dynamics

    Recent council zoning amendments and state planning directives are altering development rules across key suburbs, directly affecting property values and buyer options.

20. Finance · 25 July 2026

    Property Cooling Opens a Door: Who's Already Grabbing the Sunshine Coast Opportunity

    As national buyer sentiment wavers and prices soften across Australia, a distinct group of Sunshine Coast operators, investors and residents is moving decisively, and early signals suggest they are getting ahead of the curve.