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Sunshine Coast news — July 2026

Every story we published in July 2026.

1. Wellness · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Residents Cut Screen Time, Reduce Stress After Network Outages

   Sunshine Coast residents are carving out device-free blocks to cut stress after recent network failures disrupted daily routines.

2. Wellness · 25 July 2026

   Australian Research Links Evening Screen Time to Delayed Sleep in Adults

   Australian studies link evening device use to delayed melatonin release and shorter rest cycles among working adults.

3. News · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast's Short-Term Rental Crackdown: What Happens Next and the Key Decisions Ahead

   With Queensland's short-term rental register now live and local enforcement pressure mounting, Sunshine Coast property owners face a series of critical choices in the months ahead.

4. Lifestyle · 25 July 2026

   Inside Look at the Neighbourhood Character and Community Vibe on the Sunshine Coast

   From bustling Montville markets to Noosa Beach locals’ hangouts, Sunshine Coast’s distinctive community spirit shines through its streets and spaces.

5. Politics · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Tightens Short-Term Rental Rules, Reshapes Maroochydore Housing Market

   Sunshine Coast residents in tourism-dependent suburbs face new limits on holiday lets that alter rental availability and local costs.

6. Politics · 25 July 2026

   Bruce Highway Duplication Sunshine Coast: 2027-28 Timeline

   Federal funding confirms Bruce Highway duplication between Caloundra and Maroochydore won't finish until 2027-28. Here's what Sunshine Coast residents need to know about upcoming transport infrastructure upgrades.

7. Technology · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Founders Close Deals, Line Up July Events

   Founders on the Sunshine Coast close deals and line up events through the second week of July.

8. Culture · 25 July 2026

   Sunshine Coast Events Drive Community Spirit, Arts Momentum Forward

   From the recent Australian Deaf Games to the upcoming Horizon 2025 arts festival, local movements are shaping the region’s cultural and community landscape.

9. Finance · 25 July 2026

   ASX 200 Climbs 0.24% as Global Markets Surge Forward

   Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Sunshine Coast investors and super balances.

10. News · 25 July 2026

    Behind the Numbers: The Data Statistics and Numbers Behind Sunshine Coast's Growth Story

    A closer look at the statistics driving the region's development, from population boom to environmental concerns

11. News · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Cracks Down on Short-Term Rentals Amid Housing Crisis

    With the Sunshine Coast's housing squeeze deepening and state regulation looming, local property owners and councils face a fork in the road over how to manage the region's booming short-term rental market.

12. Property · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Property Values Surge Past Last Year's Growth Rates

    Quarterly gains show Sunshine Coast property values running ahead of 2025, with Noosa Heads and Maroochydore drawing heightened interest.

13. News · 25 July 2026

    Growth Pains and Opportunities: What Sunshine Coast Decision-Makers Are Saying Right Now

    From hospital beds to short-term rentals, the region's key voices are shaping a debate that will define the Sunshine Coast for the next decade.

14. Property · 25 July 2026

    Stand-up Comedy Takes The Bower Tree Thursday Night

    The Bower Tree hosts live comedy this week as the Sunshine Coast's entertainment calendar fills with midyear events catering to locals seeking a night out.

15. Property · 25 July 2026

    Property Market Shifts: Sunshine Coast Event Wednesday July 8

    A midweek event lands on the Coast as the property market shifts and buyers reassess their strategies.

16. Property · 25 July 2026

    Maroochydore CBD Construction Drives Property Values Up Along Horton Parade

    Buyers are repricing suburbs within two kilometres of the new city centre as construction milestones accelerate and the Sunshine Coast Council confirms a 2027 light-rail feasibility deadline.

17. Community · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Mental Health: Complete Guide to Services and Helplines 2026

    A guide to mental health services, helplines and community resources in Sunshine Coast for 2026.

18. Community · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast University Hospital Expands Specialist Services, Reduces Brisbane Travel

    The Birtinya health precinct is adding capacity and specialist capability, reducing the need for Sunshine Coast patients to travel to Brisbane for complex care.

19. Culture · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast July 2026: New Galleries, Festivals Draw Summer Visitors

    From newly opened galleries to local festivals, here is what visitors need to know for exploring the Sunshine Coast this month.

20. Wellness · 25 July 2026

    Sunshine Coast Locals Discover Free Public Health Resource Hidden in Plain Sight

    With heat records tumbling across the country and wellness costs rising, a under-used public health resource on the Coast is worth a second look.