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There's something special about the Coast's ag' shows

AGRICULTURAL shows have provided graziers, livestock breeders, orchardists and dairy farmers a platform to showcase their animals, crops and produce grown throughout the local district. The Sunshine Coast Show began at a meeting in the Woombye ... >> view original

Caloundra woman held hostage, bashed in Sunshine Coast apartment

A 21-year-old woman was allegedly held hostage and bashed in her Sunshine Coast home on Thursday evening, after answering the door to a man she knew. The woman was home alone at her Caloundra apartment when she answered the door to a ... >> view original

Sailing: New Sunshine Coast Sailing club hits the waters

SUNSHINE Coast sailors are being given a valuable leg-up towards competing at the top level of match racing in Australia and Pacific region through Mooloolaba Yacht Club and Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club joining their youth keel boat programs to form ... >> view original

IGA tackles new role as sponsor for Falcons

ON THE back of a much-needed win last weekend, the Sunshine Coast Falcons have had a significant off-field victory as well, securing their first mid-season sponsor. IGA Sunshine Coast has come on board to support the Falcons, who after locking in a ... >> view original

Kawana Football Club set to appeal FFA penalty

Noosa now progresses to play Sunshine Coast FC in Sunshine Coast Zone qualifying round at Noosa on Tuesday. "I have spoken to several people about it and we will be appealing the decision," Lloyd said. "It is not about playing the (Sunshine Coast) Fire ... >> view original

Sunshine Coast Airport says 'use us or lose us' as Fly Local campaign begins

Almost 45 per cent of Sunshine Coast residents still drive down the Bruce Highway to catch a plane from Brisbane Airport rather than use the Sunshine Coast Airport at Maroochydore, research shows. Now the Sunshine Coast Airport – an ... >> view original

Revised Audi A1 Sportback a premium tempter

THERE comes a time in every father's life when his teenage daughter puts on the doe-eyes and says: "Daddy, I want a car." A Toyota Yaris or Suzuki Swift used to bring hugs and "Love you" in abundance, but of late the little Japanese offerings just won ... >> view original

Qantas Wallabies to begin 2015 season at Sunshine Coast Stadium

In one of the biggest years in Australian Rugby history, the Qantas Wallabies will begin their preparations in a camp from July 5-11 on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, enhancing its reputation as the Coast's premier venue for sport, recreation and events. >> view original

Tourism dollars well spent with visitor numbers soaring

SUNSHINE Coast tourism generates more than $2.5billion annually for the region, comprises 17% of the region's economic activity and accounts for 20% of jobs. For example, for every dollar spent on promotion, the Sunshine Coast receives back $15.50 in ... >> view original

Drilling down: the 10 best dentists on the Sunshine Coast

We asked our readers, "what's the best dentist on the Sunshine Coast". The Facebook competition attracted close to 100 comments. The results are in and here is the best dentists on the Coast. Check out residents' top tips and feedback on their ... >> view original