Every story we published in July 2026.
News · 25 July 2026
With flood mapping reviews stalled and development pressure mounting across low-lying suburbs, residents face a critical window to influence how the region prepares for worsening weather.
Politics · 25 July 2026
The referendum asks Sunshine Coast residents to decide on changes to coastal development rules that would direct revenue toward projects including Maroochydore airport international routes and Sunshine Coast University Hospital expansion.
Wellness · 25 July 2026
Researchers are building a stronger evidence base for the health benefits that Sunshine Coast residents have long taken for granted, and the findings should change how we think about daily movement, sun exposure, and coastal living.
Politics · 25 July 2026
Property owners and visitors in areas such as Maroochydore and Caloundra will face new annual registration requirements and fees from January 2027 under the updated local government rules.
News · 25 July 2026
With planning milestones ticking over and a population surge straining every road from Caloundra to Coolum, the long-promised direct rail connection to Brisbane is edging from policy document toward concrete reality, but comparable coastal cities worldwide offer a sobering lesson in how these projects can still stall.
Wellness · 25 July 2026
Sunshine Coast lap swimmers are using protected rock pools and outdoor facilities to maintain consistent training through the cooler months.
Property · 25 July 2026
First-home buyer settlements climbed 18 per cent in the June quarter on the Sunshine Coast as entry-level stock held between $620,000 and $710,000 in several coastal suburbs.
Property · 25 July 2026
New rental complexes target remote workers and families priced out of $880,000 median homes with bundled utilities and multi-year terms.
Community · 25 July 2026
The best things to do in Sunshine Coast this weekend - markets, events, outdoor activities and more.
Sport · 25 July 2026
Youth-focused rugby, netball and surfing initiatives are expanding access for local children across the region.
News · 25 July 2026
With the Sunshine Coast's housing crisis deepening and a statewide regulatory framework now in place, local councils and property owners face a series of make-or-break choices about how short-term rentals will operate across the region.
Culture · 25 July 2026
As the Sunshine Coast sheds its sleepy beach-town image, a $45 million investment in public galleries and performance spaces is finally cementing the region as a serious contender on the national arts map.
Wellness · 25 July 2026
Dedicated paths through Noosa and Mooloolaba give new riders flat terrain and low traffic for their first outings.
Wellness · 25 July 2026
From Mooloolaba's esplanade to the Noosa headland, a packed calendar of community fitness events is giving locals every reason to ditch the couch this July.
Technology · 25 July 2026
Local startups draw millions as camera-free wearables and household AI tools move from prototype to scale.
Politics · 25 July 2026
Residents commuting between Maroochydore suburbs and the Sunshine Coast University Hospital or airport precinct will see the next stage of planning for dedicated public transport corridors begin later this year.
News · 25 July 2026
New scrutiny over duplicate and misleading property listing images is forcing real estate agencies, short-term rental operators and council planners on the Sunshine Coast to confront a tangle of compliance questions with no easy answers.
Property · 25 July 2026
With Queensland's median sitting near $880,000 and buyer competition still running hot in pockets from Noosa to Maroochydore, the mid-2026 numbers are telling a more complicated story than either bulls or bears expected.
Community · 25 July 2026
From Noosa National Park to Kondalilla Falls, discover the region's must-visit outdoor spaces and natural attractions.
Community · 25 July 2026
The distinctive peaks visible from across the Sunshine Coast are a spiritual landscape for the Jinibara and Kabi Kabi peoples.