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25.01.2022 Greater Brisbane lockdown ends tonight Greater Brisbane’s strict lockdown will end at 6pm tonight. But the need for some sensible precautions will remain in the Greater Brisbane hotspot, and for people who have been in the Greater Brisbane hotspot since January 2, for a further 10 days.... Until 1am, Friday January 22: MASKS Must be worn in indoor places including shopping centres and supermarkets, gyms, workplaces where people cannot socially distance and where it is safe, places of worship, libraries, public transport, taxis and ride share vehicles Must be carried at all times Are not required to be worn when outdoors at a safe distance from other people (for example, walking a dog), in private vehicles or doing strenuous exercise BUSINESSES AND VENUES Indoors: 1 person per 4 sqm Outdoors: 1 person per 2 sqm Seated eating and drinking only Smaller venues up to 200 sqm: 1 person per 2sqm up to a maximum of 50 No dancing except for weddings GATHERINGS Up to 20 in homes and public spaces Weddings: up to 100. No restriction on dancing Funerals: up to 100 Indoor concert venues or theatres: 50% capacity or 1 person per 4 sqm whichever is greater Outdoor stadiums: 50% capacity with COVID-safe plans Restrictions on visits to hospitals, aged care, disability accommodation and prisons remain. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the gradual easing of restrictions follows the best health advice. The evidence tells us the lockdown has done its job, the Premier said. Dr Young has asked for these further 10 days of measures in the Greater Brisbane area. It’s better to be safe than sorry and it’s better to be sure. Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said this was the first step in easing out of the lockdown restrictions. We must not get complacent, Minister D’Ath said. This decision was not made lightly. We know this new variant is much more contagious, which is why it is so important we continue to have some restrictions in place for a short period of time. We must remember why we are doing this to protect ourselves, and the people around us, especially those most vulnerable. Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young said the measures mirror those in other states. The pandemic is still with us, Dr Young said. We have achieved so much this past weekend. It’s important we come out of it carefully and sensibly.
25.01.2022 Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk about to hold a press conference.
25.01.2022 , A boy has been charged following investigations into an incident where two jet ski riders allegedly had rocks thrown at their vessel from a bridge at Maroochydore. At 3.15pm on November 13, two 17-year-old boys were travelling on a jet ski eastbound along Cornmeal Creek when a group of people allegedly threw large rocks at them from the Duporth Avenue Bridge.... The boys were forced to take evasive action and swerve, resulting in them colliding with one of the bridge pylons. The pair was thrown from the jet ski into the creek. The driver was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital with a wrist injury. The vessel suffered irreparable damage estimated to be worth around $8000. A 15-year-old boy has been charged with endangering the safety of a person in a vehicle with intent, obstruct police and wilful damage by graffiti. Investigations into the incident are ongoing. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day. Quote this reference number: QP2002358661 within the online suspicious activity form.
24.01.2022 Cabinet’s first meeting to be on the Sunshine Coast The Palaszczuk Government’s first Cabinet meeting of the new term will be held in Caloundra next Monday, November 16th. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk MP said it was appropriate that her new Ministry would meet on the Sunshine Coast which had shown such strong support for her Government at the recent election.... It was a tremendous honour to receive the trust of the people of Caloundra who chose Jason Hunt to join my team for this next term - along with Rob Skelton in Nicklin pending the ECQ’s final determination, Ms Palaszczuk said. And just to the south, Ali King in Pumicestone is another important addition to my Government. We will get straight down to business with a Cabinet meeting in Caloundra on Monday to start the process of implementing our election commitments, just days after ministers were sworn in. The Sunshine Coast is highly valued by my Government and I want to thank the people of the area. I know many voters would have chosen Labor for the first time and I promise to work every day to honour their trust as our economy recovers and grows from COVID-19. I also know that Queenslanders throughout the entire state have given us a great responsibility for the next four years, and I will ensure that we respect that by also travelling to other regions. The incoming Member for Caloundra Jason Hunt said it would be a great pleasure to host Cabinet on the Sunshine Coast. The Sunshine Coast is a key business, tourism and primary production region with a growing population, Mr Hunt said. During the election campaign we made it clear that a re-elected Palaszczuk Labor Government would focus on the social, economic and infrastructure needs of this area. We’ve committed more doctors, nurses and health staff for the Sunshine Coast, a new ambulance station in Caloundra South, more new schools, new facilities for the Mooloolaba TAFE and an expansion of the Sunshine Coast Stadium. Rob Skelton said it would be an honour to represent Nicklin as part of the Premier’s Sunshine Coast team, once the Electoral Commission has finalised the result. Holding the very first Cabinet of the new term here is a testament to the people of the Sunshine Coast and a sign of our determination to keep our promises, Mr Skelton said. Jason and I will work together to make sure that local issues are addressed throughout the next four years. Jason 4 Caloundra Labor for Nicklin
24.01.2022 The Events Centre, Caloundra, (TEC) is proud to be celebrating 40 years of providing the Sunshine Coast with entertainment and community events, as well as business events, gala dinners and many other events. Initially named the Caloundra Cultural Centre, The Events Centre was built and officially opened in 1980 by the former Landsborough Shire Council. In March 2005 Caloundra Civic Cultural Centre undertook a re-branding program, creating The Events Centre, Caloundra brand. ...Over the past 40 years TEC has welcomed headline acts such as Billy Connolly, Roy Orbison, Lee Kernaghan, America, Chris Isaak, Air Supply, INXS Michael Hutchence, Don McLean, Paul Kelly, Suzi Quatro, Oliva Newton John, Little River Band/John Farnham, Midnight Oil and many other great names, including emerging and local artists. TEC has welcomed hundreds of thousands of patrons over the years, and provided millions of dollars in economic benefit for Caloundra and the region. Part of the TEC’s success over the years has been the dedication of their loyal and passionate staff, with some employees still at TEC since opening! Over the past 40 years, TEC staff have delivered exceptional customer service and have been the friendly faces Sunshine Coast patrons have come to know and love. Following the COVID-19 pandemic TEC is now one of the busiest performing arts theatres in Queensland following the introduction of industry leading COVID-Safe Plans which includes social distancing, sanitisation protocols, contact tracing, and a range of strict procedures endorsed by the state government. TEC has a diverse mix of entertainment coming up with exciting years ahead. To see what’s coming up at TEC please visit https://www.theeventscentre.com.au Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson #viewnews #sunshinecoast
23.01.2022 Sunshine Coast Stadium Expansion takes a big step forward Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson has welcomed the bipartisan support which has been secured from the State Government and the State Opposition to commit $20 million towards the $68 million Stage 1 expansion of the Sunshine Coast Stadium. With the commitment announced by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk MP earlier today (Friday, October 16) and the commitment by the Deputy Leader of the Opposition Tim Mander MP ...Continue reading
23.01.2022 Heading to a big event? Take a mask with you. When attending a big event or travelling on public transport its strongly recommend you wear a mask especially w...hen entering, exiting or moving through areas where lots of people are gathered. We understand there are situations where you may not be able to maintain social distancing, and wearing a mask can give you added protection. Along with a mask, it's also really important to follow the other COVID safe behaviours, including: Washing hands often and thoroughly Maintaining social distancing Covering coughs or sneezes Staying at home if unwell Getting tested if you're showing any signs of COVID-19.
22.01.2022 LNP Member for Kawana Jarrod Bleijie and LNP Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson are holding a joint news conference on the Sunshine Coast. They are discussing the Palaszczuk Government’s COVID-19 restrictions and the double standards affecting the NightQuarter markets. Ms Simpson will also comment on Labor wasting millions of taxpayer dollars on advertising for their economic recovery brochure, in the lead up to the election.... Fiona Simpson MP Jarrod Bleijie MP Yvette D'Ath for Redcliffe Annastacia Palaszczuk MP
22.01.2022 As the success of the Federal Government’s HomeBuilder scheme continues to drive rapid growth on the Sunshine Coast, we are going to need new leisure and entert...ainment facilities appropriate to one of Australia’s fastest growing regions. That means an upgrade to Sunshine Coast Stadium. This year, with Elton John’s concerts and the Melbourne Storm playing here we have all seen how much our community gets behind big events at the Stadium. I believe the time has come for us to make Sunshine Coast Stadium ready to host the biggest games and the biggest acts and I have been fighting for Federal Government funding to help make that a reality over the past year. I have already had several meetings with Federal Ministers about the project and I will continue to advocate for funding for the Sunshine Coast Stadium in the run up to the 2021 Federal Budget in May. See more
21.01.2022 Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk MP has announced the further easing of restrictions throughout Queensland. From 4pm today, Friday October 16: ... Outings from Aged Care facilities can resume Gatherings of 40 people will be allowed in homes and public places Up to 40 people will be allowed to dance at weddings with a COVID-safe plan and Dancing will be allowed at Year 12 school formals The Premier said Queensland’s strong health response had made a strong economic response possible and Queenslanders had earned the further easing of restrictions. At every step of our fight against the spread of COVID we have gone forwards, not backwards, the Premier said. Together we have successfully suppressed our most recent outbreak with barely a handful of COVID cases across the state. People have turned out in their thousands to be tested. People deserve to have restrictions lifted as soon as it’s safe to do so. Deputy Premier Steven Miles said the year had been especially tough on Year 12s. So many have missed out on their school formals, the Deputy Premier said. I wish this decision could have been made sooner but we had that outbreak surrounding the youth detention centre and it simply wasn’t safe. Now that the spread is sufficiently contained, the Chief Health Officer has given the all-clear and we are acting straight away.
20.01.2022 FlyPelican is excited to announce our newest connection NEWCASTLE TO THE SUNSHINE COAST!! Connecting communities is what we do best and we are thrilled to be co...nnecting Newcastle and the Sunshine Coast from the 4th January 21 on Monday's, Wednesday's and Friday's. Head to www.flypelican.com.au to book now and we look forward to welcoming you onboard this new and exciting service very soon! #flypelican #flylocal #localcommittedconnected #newcastle #sunshinecoast #lovensw Newcastle Airport Sunshine Coast Airport
20.01.2022 RSL Queensland is enabling Queenslanders to pay their respects on Anzac Day RSL Queensland is working with its vast network of 230 Sub Branches to enable all Queenslanders to pay their respects to the State’s veterans this coming ANZAC Day. RSL Queensland State President Tony Ferris said that, as the State’s largest ex services organisation, RSL Queensland understands how critically important it is for veterans to be recognised and honoured for their service and sacrifice, an...d for Queenslanders to have the opportunity to pay their respects on ANZAC Day. ANZAC Day is Australia’s most iconic commemoration, he said. We are determined that just as we did last year - COVID-19 will not stand between veterans and the grateful community they served. While every organisation is required to observe Queensland Health guidelines on social distancing and contact tracing, we are planning two complementary commemorative approaches which will be COVID-safe. Firstly, we are working with our network of 230 RSL Sub Branch to establish local community commemorations, where these can be safely conducted. Second, by popular community demand, we will once again enable Queenslanders to show their support through the continuation of the ‘Light Up the Dawn’ personal driveway commemorations at 6am on ANZAC Day. This will involve providing the public with a commemorative service they can download or stream from our website on the day, commemorative items they can use on their homes to display their support, and an extensive communication campaign to help them show that the ANZAC Spirit continues to be alive and well in these difficult times, Ferris continued. Mr Ferris said he and all veterans - appreciated the public’s determination to preserve ANZAC Day traditions, including the community’s concern for the health and well-being of the State’s veterans, many of whom are elderly and therefore at higher risk from the virus. We are taking the necessary time and care with our Sub Branches to carefully plan local commemorative activities which preserve the health of both veterans and the public, he said. In coming weeks, we will publish a map of services and commemorative activities across the State on our RSL Queensland website when they are confirmed.
20.01.2022 Sunshine Coast Airport has welcomed the arrival of the first plane from Melbourne carrying tourists in more than eight months, as the Queensland border reopened to Victoria and greater Sydney today. Jetstar flight JQ792 from Melbourne touched down at SCA at 8:20am with Airservices Australia’s Aviation Fire Fighting Service honouring the aircraft with a ceremonial water cannon salute upon landing....Continue reading
19.01.2022 Media Conference - Steven Miles - Helimods Media Release New aerospace facility to boost jobs on the Sunshine Coast...Continue reading
19.01.2022 ‘’ A brand Early Learning Centre located in Sippy Downs is encouraging children to take off their shoes and get back to nature and explore play based learning among a barnyard full of animals, exotic amazon birds, reptile program, a sustainable vegetable garden, sandpits and a stunning waterpark all set surrounding a forest setting. Sippy Downs Early Learning Centre director Talish...Continue reading
18.01.2022 Two tools to help in future natural disasters Noosa residents and businesses can now better prepare for a natural disaster, with the release of the shire’s first Emergency Action Guide. Produced by Noosa Council and the Noosa Disaster Management Group, the 55-page guide has everything you need to know to prepare, respond and recover from disaster events.... Noosa Mayor and LDMG Chair Clare Stewart said being prepared is our best defence. This guide is not to alarm people, but ensure we all know what to do, where to go, and how to prepare and survive a natural disaster, she said. But as we’re all too aware, Noosa has been impacted by severe weather events in the past. This guide focuses on all types of natural disasters with the safety of you, your family and property the fundamental priority, Cr Stewart said. Council has also launched a new feature on its Disaster Dashboard with an opt-in notification system. Known as Noosa ALERT, it provides subscribers with the latest news including weather warnings, emergency news and road closures via email and/or text message. Cr Stewart said it’s another way to stay informed during times of a disaster. With so much information released during a disaster event, it’s important the community can receive reputable news that is relevant to our shire, Cr Stewart said. This initiative is such an important way for residents to keep updated, Don’t wait for a disaster to be on our doorstep, sign up today! Cr Stewart said. The guide was a jointly funded by Noosa Council, the Queensland Government’s Get Ready initiative and Category C Bushfire recovery program a joint Queensland and Australian Government funded program. The guide can be easily downloaded on the Noosa Council website. In any potential disaster, residents are encouraged to keep informed on a variety of hazards and topics via council’s Facebook page and council’s Disaster Dashboard Noosa’s information authority for emergencies. Download the guide here: https://bit.ly/33p8Len Image supplied: Mayor Clare Stewart and Peter Harkin from the State Emergency Service launch the new Emergency Action Guide.
18.01.2022 COVID-19 update
18.01.2022 The much-loved Forest Glen shopping strip is set to be complimented by a new multi-million-dollar master-planned retail and shopping precinct after Sunshine Coast Council approved a development application for stage one of the Forest Glen Village Centre today. The first stage which heralds a new era of relaxed yet sophisticated family-friendly retail for the Sunshine Coast - is expected to start construction in mid-2021. The sizeable 6.6ha site will upon completion deliver ...Continue reading
17.01.2022 Injured paraglider airlifted after 10 metre fall The Sunshine Coast RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter has airlifted a man to hospital, after he was injured in a paragliding incident, this morning. The rescue chopper was called to a coastal area, in the Gympie region, just after 11:30am.... It's believed the patient, aged in his 40s, had been paragliding over a cliff and as he turned back towards land, the wind changed. The paragliding canopy reportedly folded, causing the man to plummet 10 metres, onto soft sand below. Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics and Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES) personnel initially assisted the patient at the scene. He was then transferred to a local sports oval, to meet the RACQ LifeFlight Rescue chopper and aeromedical team. The man was flown to Sunshine Coast University Hospital, suffering suspected spinal injuries, in a stable condition. Photos courtesy RACQ LifeFlight Rescue
17.01.2022 Queensland Police Service is appealing for witnesses to rock throwing at Maroochydore. Two jet ski riders have narrowly escaped serious injury after rocks were thrown at their vessel from a bridge at Maroochydore yesterday. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident at approximately 3.15pm on November 13 where two 17-year-old boys were travelling on a jet ski eastbound along Cornmeal Creek when a group of people threw large rocks at them from the Duporth Avenue Bridge.... The boys were forced to take evasive action and swerve, resulting in them colliding with one of the bridge pylons. The pair were both thrown from the jet ski into the creek. The driver was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital with a wrist injury. The vessel suffered irreparable damage estimated to be worth around $8000. Preliminary information suggests the group involved may have been five or six teenagers, mostly boys and one girl. Three people in the group had bicycles and were last seen fleeing towards Ocean Street. One of the boys was wearing a black shirt with red shorts and carrying a black backpack. Senior Constable Murray Lyons from Sunshine Coast Water Police said the matter could have resulted in serious injury or even death. We would appeal for anyone who may have been in the vicinity around Cotton Tree or Ocean Street at the time of the incident and may have seen the group involved to come forward, Senior Constable Lyons said. Police take matters such as this extremely seriously. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day. Quote this reference number: QP2002358661 within the online suspicious activity form.
15.01.2022 COVID-19 has been detected in the water entering Maroochydore sewerage treatment plant. This testing does not tell us whether the people who shed the virus were... sick or infectious at the time. This kind of result could also occur if someone who was a case from another region passed through the Sunshine Coast. There are no known cases of COVID-19 in the Sunshine Coast region at the moment, but this finding shows we must all take the risk of COVID-19 seriously. We’re asking residents to get tested, even if it’s just for mild symptoms. That’s the only way we can be sure that the virus is not spreading locally. Testing people for COVID-19 protects our communities from a potential outbreak and keeps the Sunshine Coast open for business. Testing is free for everyone including foreign nationals. People should stay home till they are well and their test is clear, with results usually available the next day. Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health service COVID-19 testing clinics are located below. Residents must pre-register by phoning 1300 163 044 (a GP referral is not required). Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital, P2 car park, Doherty St, Birtinya Caloundra Health Service, West Tce, Caloundra Nambour General Hospital, Hospital Road, Nambour
15.01.2022 Inspiring staff member now back on her feet Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service Administration Officer Shona Muckert, who is a double amputee after a horrible car crash, has defied the odds and endured years of surgery to be able to walk again. Shona was 25 years old when the 4WD she was driving got caught on loose gravel and spun out of control, rolling four times before landing on the drivers’ side.... Shona’s legs were flung out of the window at an awkward angle and she was pinned down under the car, trapped for an agonising 12 hours until help arrived. I don’t remember the helicopter ride to hospital, my next memory was waking up in intensive care holding my dad’s hand, Shona said. Shona was determined to live a full life and has gone on to become a mother to nine-year old Quinn. She also joined a basketball team, and Shona is now a world champion outrigging paddler.
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14.01.2022 Storm pre-season update Unfortunately with the Queensland Government today closing its borders to Greater Melbourne for a 14-day period, Melbourne Storm’s pre-season trial against the NZ Warriors at Redcliffe next Saturday. February 20 has been cancelled. The trial match will not be transferred to another venue.... Storm would like to wish the Redcliffe club all the best with the other pre-season game they have coming up at Dolphin Stadium in a fortnight. The travel restrictions have also led to the cancellation of the Storm x Lightning on the Sunny Coast event which was scheduled to be held at Sunshine Coast Stadium next Friday. However, we hope to be back on the Sunshine Coast later this year to meet up with our members and fans at a similar event, COVID rules permitting. At this stage, the Saturday, February 27 trial against Newcastle Knights at Casey Fields will proceed as planned.
14.01.2022 ’ Noosa’s future looks bright with a group of students raising the voice for young people on issues important to them. The Noosa Youth Advocacy Group was formed by the Noosa Environmental Education Hub (Noosa EEHub) to provide a platform for Noosa’s young people to present their views on community issues....Continue reading
14.01.2022 Sunshine Coast Airport today welcomed news that FlyPelican will commence direct flights to Newcastle from 4 January. EXTENDED Interview The three-times-a-week seasonal service will operate from January until the end of March, to make the most of the summer months and has been secured with support of the Queensland Government’s $15 million Aviation Recovery Fund.... Sunshine Coast Airport CEO Andrew Brodie said he expected Newcastle will be a popular destination for locals looking to explore new horizons. This new service provides access to not only the vibrant city of Newcastle, but the beautiful coastline of Port Stephens and the amazing food and wine of the Hunter Valley, Mr Brodie said. It will also provide a very welcome boost to local Sunshine Coast tourism operators, opening up a whole new visitor market just in time for the summer holidays. We’re really proud to work with the Queensland Government, Visit Sunshine Coast, Tourism Noosa and our airline partners to build three new destinations in what is a very difficult environment for aviation, and am delighted to welcome Fly Pelican to the Coast. Fly Pelican CEO Marty Hawley said the airline was looking forward to connecting two world-class visitor destinations over the summer months. It is really exciting to launch this new service, linking the Sunshine Coast to Newcastle for the first time ever, Mr Hawley said. We look forward to welcoming Sunshine Coast residents on board our 19 seat Jetstream turbo prop, which is all part of the Fly Pelican experience. We encourage locals at both ends to explore a beautiful part of Australia, support the service and help make it a long-term proposition. Visit Sunshine Coast Industry & Membership Development Manager Andrew Fairbairn today’s This announcement would provide a boost for local operators. The confidence that Fly Pelican have shown in our region is very encouraging. This seasonal service opens the Sunshine Coast up to a new market with direct connectivity for Newcastle visitors, Mr Fairbairn said. Tourism Noosa CEO Melanie Anderson said more connections to new destinations created further awareness and visitation for Noosa and its tourism. Newcastle and Noosa have a synergy with beautiful beaches, a great dining scene and lots to explore on our doorstep, so I have no doubt the route will be a success and we look forward to welcoming new guests and reconnecting with repeat visitors, Ms Anderson said. The service will operate Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Ticket prices start from $199 one-way between Sunshine Coast and Newcastle, tickets go on sale today at flypelican.com.au or through travel agents.
14.01.2022 COVID-19 Update: Queensland's response to the situation developing in Victoria.
14.01.2022 Missing woman, Alexandra Headland Police are appealing for assistance to help locate a 34-year-old woman reported missing from Alexandra Headland last week. Cassie-Lee Holmes (pictured below), was last seen at a Yakola Parade address in Alexandra Headland on November 20.... Police believe she may have visited the Buderim or Maleny area in the past few days, however her current whereabouts is unknown. Police hold concerns for her welfare as she suffers from a medical condition. Cassie-Lee is described as Caucasian, about 150cm tall, slim build and has dark hair and brown eyes. Police are appealing Cassie-Lee or anyone that knows her whereabouts to contact police. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day or call 1800 333 000. Quote this reference number: QP2002410573 within the online suspicious activity form.
13.01.2022 A message from our Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. While getting active at the beach, rainforest or in the bush are great ways to enjoy the great outdoors this summer, Queenslanders must remember the importance of proper hydration and sun safety as hot weather hits. Dr Dan Bitmead, Nambour General Hospital emergency department director said under the hot Queensland sun, it’s very easy to become dehydrated, especially when physically active, and it’s important t...Continue reading
13.01.2022 Tourism Recovery Fund builds new Sunshine Coast attractions Three Sunshine Coast tourism businesses are investing in fresh attractions with the assistance of the Palaszczuk Government’s $25 million Growing Tourism Infrastructure Fund. Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe MP said Aussie World, Bellingham Maze and Tree Top Adventure Park would share in $1.84 million.... We know tourism is critical to the Sunshine Coast’s economic recovery plan, Mr Hinchliffe said. That’s why the Palaszczuk Government is working closely with tourism businesses to help the industry come back from COVID-19 stronger than ever. The three fresh attractions for the Sunshine Coast are worth a combined $4.5 million and are expected to deliver almost 50 jobs during construction and operation. Aussie World will harness the thrill of speed with a new rollercoaster ride to complement the recently installed Swing Ride. Bellingham Maze is combining its a’maze’ing outdoor maze with an immersive, virtual reality maze experience. And, work is underway on a Junior adventure challenge for 3 to 9-year-olds at the Tree Top Adventure Park. Member for Nicklin Rob Skelton said the Junior Tree Top Adventure would be the biggest of its kind in Australia. As the Big Pineapple has demonstrated over the years, the Sunshine Coast isn’t half hearted when it comes to the scale of its tourist attractions, Mr Skelton said. These projects - funded in partnership with the Palaszczuk Government’s Growing Tourism Infrastructure Fund - continue the Coast’s tradition of creating destination tourism infrastructure. Member for Caloundra Jason Hunt MP said the fresh attractions would bring more visitors to the Sunshine Coast. Once built, almost 70,000 extra visitors every year are predicted to make their way to the Sunshine Coast for a unique tourism experience, Mr Hunt said. Additional visitors to these new attractions alone are estimated to boost the Sunshine Coast’s economy by nearly $4 million every year. The Palaszczuk Government’s Growing Infrastructure Fund is helping the Sunshine Coast to grow from COVID as one of Australia’s favourite holiday playgrounds.
13.01.2022 Great to see such facilities here on the Sunshine Coast. When once early arrivals would be sent to Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast has been increasing its capability of supporting earlier and earlier arrivals, keeping families close when they need it the most.
12.01.2022 Greens plan for free hospital parking on the Coast Greens candidates, Sue Etheridge (Nicklin) and Anna Sri (Kawana) have welcomed their party’s plan for free hospital parking across Queensland, including Nambour Hospital and Sunshine Coast University Hospital, as bringing much-needed relief for the community. The Greens will buy back every privately-owned carpark at a public hospital and establish a $500 million fund to upgrade and expand public hospital parking in areas of ...need. Patients will be able to allocate their free parking to a friend or family member, with parking tickets validated by hospital reception. This would include anyone seeking treatment at a public hospital, including outpatients. The total cost of introducing free hospital parking for patients and staff in all public hospitals will be $323 million over four years, including $268 million to buy back the seven privatised carparks and $54 million covering lost revenue from hospital car parking fees and rent. The plan will be funded by the Greens’ plan to raise royalties on mining corporations, which will raise $55 billion over four years. Small business owner Sue Etheridge says the plan will go a long way to easing cost of living pressures for everyday people. Whenever you need to go to hospital because you’re sick or visiting a family member or friend, the last thing you need to worry about is how big your parking bill is going to be, Ms Etheridge said. Hospital parking fees place a massive burden on patients and their families and friends, with some people being forced to sleep in their cars rather than fork out money for parking. We’ll reverse Labor and the LNP’s privatisation of our public hospital assets, put money back into the pockets of hardworking healthcare workers and ensure sick people aren’t taxed just for having to go to hospital. Veterinarian and health advocate Anna Sri said the plan was one of several Greens’ policies designed to make healthcare more accessible and affordable for ordinary people. Our plan will create up to 200 more jobs for doctors and nurses, and build 16 community health clinics to take pressure off our hospital system, Ms Sri said. We will invest in our under-funded health system and ensure that healthcare is a universal right. We will pay for our plans by making big mining corporations, banks and developers pay their fair share in taxes.
12.01.2022 While a pledge of $20 million was confirmed in late 2020 by the Queensland State Government, together with pledges of $11 million from local community philanthropists, the Federal Government has failed to commit funding for the Sunshine Coast Stadium expansion project (Stage 1) in the May Budget. Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson in a statement released today expressed disappointment in the decision.... His statement reads: "Obviously, we are incredibly disappointed at the decision by the Federal Government not to provide $20 million in its forthcoming Budget in May to contribute to the $68 million stage 1 expansion of the Sunshine Coast Stadium. As a stimulus project, the Sunshine Coast Stadium expansion ticks all the boxes. More than 300 jobs would have been created during construction and over $25 million in ongoing annual economic benefits for the region. The Stage 1 expansion of the Stadium had all of the other pieces of the puzzle in place with the remaining $48 million committed by two local philanthropists ($11 million), Sunshine Coast Council ($17 million) and the Queensland Government ($20 million, subject to the Commonwealth contributing $20 million). There would have to be no other project in the nation in this position, with such a strong commitment from local and state governments and significant funds from private contributors. So needless to say, it is perplexing why the Federal Government can’t see its way clear to contribute the remaining $20 million through its next budget particularly when the Commonwealth has seen its way clear to contribute $15 million to the redevelopment of Ballymore in Brisbane and $23 million towards a stadium at Victoria Park in Rockhampton. This is also on the back of the $100 million the Federal Government contributed in recent years to the Stadium in Townsville. What this means is that work on the Sunshine Coast Stadium expansion will not commence later this year, as originally planned, and the project will be pushed back until such time as the $20 million funding gap is filled. Clearly, that will add to the cost of the project the longer it is deferred and may potentially place at risk the contributions from the two philanthropists and the State government if they do not agree to maintain their funding commitments on a deferred basis. Council will continue to work with the Federal Government and the Andrew Wallace - LNP Federal Member for Fisher to convince them of the need for this project, the strong local support it enjoys and to secure the required $20 million. Council is not in a position to be contributing the $20 million itself to cover the funding gap left by the Federal Government’s decision not to fund the project in this year’s Budget. Council has already outlaid on behalf of ratepayers, up to $50 million towards the development and maintenance of the Sunshine Coast Stadium complex to create the venue that it is today.
11.01.2022 850 jobs to flow from accelerated Bells Creek Arterial Road construction ** Skip to 8 minutes 30 for the start of the Premier's comments. Just three weeks after a deal to accelerate road construction and jobs on the Sunshine Coast, shovels have hit the ground on a new southern Bruce Highway connection to support growing communities at Caloundra South.... Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk MP said Labor’s $35 million commitment to accelerate the Bells Creek Arterial Road would cut travel times on the Bruce Highway and Caloundra Road and create hundreds of new jobs. Labor’s investment has brought forward this project by many years, the Premier said. We’ve backed the Bells Creek Arterial to bring forward jobs now to support our economic recovery. Getting this work started now will unlock $300 million of investment in the Caloundra South development, supporting more than 850 direct and indirect jobs. Labor candidate for Caloundra Jason Hunt (Jason 4 Caloundra) said the partnership with Stockland will provide a critical new southern connection into Caloundra from the Bruce Highway at Roys Road and reduce traffic on the Bruce Highway near Caloundra Road. Working with Stockland to complete this new link is expected to reduce travel time for 50,000 motorists who use Caloundra Road every day and cut the trip between Kawana and Beerburrum by around 13 minutes, Mr Hunt said. Mr Hunt said the Bells Creek Arterial connection wasn’t the only congestion-busting project being championed by Labor in Caloundra. We’ve locked in $7 million to build the Third Avenue to Nicklin Way link at Caloundra to take traffic away from the Caloundra Road roundabout and secured $4.2 million in funding from the Sunshine Coast Council, he said. Labor has also backed the $3.75 million upgrade at the Ridgewood Road and Caloundra Road intersection with works underway. Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey MP - Labor for Miller said Labor had a plan for economic recovery to create jobs across Queensland. There’s $2.8 billion locked in across four Bruce Highway upgrades between Brisbane and Gympie - more than what has been locked in to upgrade the M1 between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Mr Bailey said. Major work also starts next year on the $550 million Sunshine Coast Rail Duplication too. These projects will support 3000 Sunshine Coast jobs at a time when they’re needed most. The LNP has over $25 billion in unfunded election promises and has committed to delivering a surplus without borrowing any more money. The only way they can do that is by cutting, sacking and selling. When @Deb Frecklington MP was Campbell Newman’s Assistant Minister, she cut $1.6 billion in road and transport projects, including more than $122 million ripped out of Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay roads.
10.01.2022 Teenage driver airlifted after serious crash The Sunshine Coast RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter has airlifted a female driver to hospital, after she was injured in a crash, this morning. The rescue chopper was called to the scene, north west of Gympie, just after 11:15am.... It's believed the teenager had been driving a vehicle, when it collided with another car, on a rural road. Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics, Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES) personnel and Queensland Police Service (QPS) officers were all on the scene, when the aeromedical team arrived. The patient was treated for multiple injuries, before being flown to Sunshine Coast University Hospital, in a stable condition. The Queensland Government Air (QG Air) helicopter was also called to the scene, to treat other people, who were injured in the crash. Photos supplied courtesy RACQ LifeFlight Rescue
10.01.2022 Spotlight Property Group commences work on $30 million dollar Maroochydore City Centre retail development. Spotlight Maroochydore - The Bright City Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson https://viewnews.com.au/spotlight-property-group-commences/
09.01.2022 $ A re-elected Palaszczuk Government will invest a further $74 million to help rebuild Queensland’s tourism industry in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the Rebuilding Queensland Tourism investment would help position Queensland to fast-track tourism recovery and restore thousands of tourism jobs.... This $74 million tourism boost builds on our record investment in the industry to support jobs. Labor has a proven track record of working with the tourism industry including securing new flights to help drive visitation throughout the state. This plan capitalises on the fact that Queensland has a competitive advantage because of our strong health response, placing us in the box seat for tourism recovery. Contrast that with the LNP’s dangerous plan to rush back to a budget surplus amid a global revenue tightening, which can only mean cuts. Ms Palaszczuk said the package included a new $20 million Queensland Tourism Activation Fund to generate tourism opportunities throughout Queensland. We are also committing new funding for events, Queensland tourism initiatives and regional tourism bodies. The special one-off funding injection of $15 million to regional tourism organisations will enable them to better market their destinations and drive more tourism around the state. Ms Palaszczuk said a re-elected Labor Government would help restore tourism jobs for Queenslanders. Before the COVID-19 crisis, tourism was worth $28 billion and supported 234,000 Queensland jobs. I am determined to back this industry to see all these jobs restored. Our $74 million commitment will ensure Tourism and Events Queensland and the tourism industry have the resources they need to rebuild Queensland tourism. Queenslanders know that Labor will always back tourism jobs. Tourism Minister Kate Jones said Labor’s Rebuilding Queensland Tourism plan would help get more tourists back to Queensland. This plan is all about bolstering visitor numbers from every major city of Australia back to Queensland, Ms Jones said. Policy Snapshot $20 million Queensland Tourism Activation Fund $20 million events boost to attract more events for Queensland. This investment will include $14 million for major events and $1.5 million a year for business events $15 million to Tourism and Events Queensland for a marketing blitz to encourage travellers to experience Queensland $15 million regional tourism organisation fund to provide a special one-off funding injection to regional tourism organisations $4 million to deliver business capability training and future proofing the industry.
09.01.2022 As Bloomhill Cancer Care launches its 2020 Christmas Appeal, local business Jaz Realty has teed up Santa to give some early gifts to children of cancer-affected families. Santa’s sleigh has been mounted atop a classic Bentley, with gifts for 22 children to be presented at a private festive event for families. Bloomhill helps people of all ages who have received a cancer diagnosis, through...Continue reading
09.01.2022 Nambour General Hospital hosted a ‘thank you’ event, to celebrate the hard work of the local Hospital Auxiliary, who ceased operations this year after more than... three decades of service. The Nambour General Hospital Auxiliary, who is made up of mostly volunteers, began in the mid 80's, operating the hospital kiosk and gift shop. The Auxiliary is a non-profit organisation, with all proceeds being donated back to the hospital to purchase vital equipment and improve patient care. Since opening in March 1986, the auxiliary has proudly donated over $4 million in equipment to various hospital departments, made possible by the dedication of volunteers. Auxiliary president Jean Whitney says it’s been a rewarding experience volunteering and helping others for a greater cause. The funds we have generated in the kiosk through volunteering has helped provide equipment for the hospital. This in turn allows the community to access to better facilities and care, Ms Whitney said. Many of the volunteers have been patients at the hospital at one time or another, so it’s nice to be able to give back to the healthcare workers who look after us. Nambour General Hospital Director of Nursing and Facility Manager Graham Wilkinson said the hard working and friendly faces of Auxiliary staff and volunteers will be greatly missed. The work of the Auxiliary over many years, and the impact they have had on purchasing necessary equipment for the hospital, as well as the special connection they built with staff and patients has made a real difference to the hospital. We are greatly appreciative to Jean and her team, Mr Wilkinson said. Thank you to all the staff who attended today telling their stories of how staff have helped their patients, including Dr Jo Deverill, Cathy Schapter, Ruth Morgan, and Mark Adock, and to Chief Executive Adj Prof Naomi Dwyer for unvielling the plaque with Jean and Graham. #nambourgeneralhospital #volunteers #nambour
09.01.2022 Serious traffic crash, Mons Queensland Police Service: A woman has suffered life threatening injuries following a crash on the Sunshine Coast during the early hours of this morning. Initial inquiries indicate around 4am the vehicle she was a passenger in hit a pole on Vise Road in Mons.... CPR was commenced on the 19-year-old woman at the scene. She and the 23-year-old woman driver of the Holden Astra were taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital for treatment. The driver has non-life-threatening injuries. Anyone with vision or further information is urged to contact police. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day or call 1800 333 000. Quote this reference number: QP2002530232 within the online suspicious activity form.
09.01.2022 Fire Bans A fire ban prohibiting the lighting of fires in the open is currently in place from 2355hrs 30 November 2020 to 2355hrs 07 December 2020 for the Bundaberg, North Burnett, Cherberg, South Burnett, Fraser Coast, Gympie, Sushine Coast and Noosa Local Government Areas. All permits to light fire previously issued in the local fire ban area are hereby cancelled. Please refer to the attached Declaration for Fire Ban for full details and any exemptions.... Fire Bans: There IS a Fire Ban for this Shire Start Date: 30/11/2020 11:55 PM End Date: 7/12/2020 11:55 PM Attachment: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//2020-11-30to2020-12-07-F
08.01.2022 In the wake of last year’s bushfires, Noosa Council has produced a new Emergency Action Guide and an Opt-in notification system called Noosa ALERT to help residents be prepared for natural disasters. With summer set to start on December 1, the official storm and cyclone season gets underway.
07.01.2022 WATCH: Did you miss out on this year's virtual State of Our Region 2020 event, live streamed from The Events Centre, Caloundra? See it here as our community lea...ders opened up in this candid discussion. Hear from Mayor Mark Jamieson, Sunshine Coast Council's new CEO Emma Thomas, Sunshine Coast Young Citizen of the Year Ella Woodborne, IFYS community services executive manager Vicky Meyer and Huddle Insurance chief operating officer Andrew Carey, as they reviewed the Sunshine Coast's year that was. For full speaker bios and more about the event, visit: https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au///State-of-our-Region
07.01.2022 Sunshine Coast Council Cr David Law - Division 10 is urging all Yandina residents to provide feedback on a proposed amendment to the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014 that impacts the local community. The proposed planning scheme amendment is primarily in response to additional land being included in the Urban Footprint of the South East Queensland Regional Plan in 2017.... The amendment is proposing to change the zoning and local plan area boundaries for specific sites located at Yandina as well as Bli Bli, Chevallum, Forest Glen and Landsborough. Cr Law encouraged all Yandina residents to view the proposed amendment and have their say. This proposed planning scheme amendment has a direct impact on the people of Yandina and this is the best opportunity for people to be informed and give their feedback, Cr Law said. The proposed amendment relates to land located on the northern edge of Yandina’s existing urban area, generally bound by Brandons Road, Steggalls Road and Browns Creek Road. The subject land comprises nine lots with a total area of approximately 36 hectares and the proposed amendment also relates to land located along Ninderry Road, north of the Yandina Primary School. People can make a submission online by visiting council’s Have your Say website until 4 December. (https://haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/) Further details on the specific sites subject to the proposed planning scheme amendment can be found in the following Yandina information sheet (https://haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au//184/download) and hard copies of the proposed amendment and explanatory information can be viewed at Sunshine Coast Council Customer Service Counters and Sunshine Coast Libraries. Feedback received during the community consultation period will inform the proposed amendment, which will then be presented to council for consideration. Have your say Visit council’s website and click ‘have your say’ for a full copy of the proposed amendment, explanatory information and details on how to make a submission by December 4, 2020. View hard copies of the proposed amendment and explanatory information at Sunshine Coast Council Customer Service Counters and Sunshine Coast Libraries. For enquiries email [email protected] or call council on 07 5420 8953.
06.01.2022 The Australian Government has unlocked $12 million in funding to duplicate an existing 350 metre two-lane section of Brisbane Road. The section from Mayes Canal Bridge to the intersection of Foote Street and Tarcoola Avenue will be upgraded and will include a new bridge over Mayes Canal to accommodate four lanes. Andrew Wallace - LNP Federal Member for Fisher said this project will significantly reduce congestion for the commuters who use Brisbane Road. ... This project will make a real difference to people’s lives, Mr Wallace said. Not only will it save travel time, these upgrades will improve the safety of the road, ensuring Queenslanders get home sooner and safer. The new bridge will also bring a range of other benefits including improved flood immunity for the community. At a time when it's never been more important to support economic growth across the country, releasing federal funding for this project is a significant and welcome milestone for the community. Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said the Council welcomed the release of the funding for this project, which was committed in the May 2019 Federal Budget. We know how important these upgrades are for the community, which is why Council has committed $13.3 million to the project, Mayor Jamieson said. Improving accessibility to Mooloolaba, which is one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular locations for local residents and tourists alike, is a key objective of this project and Council’s broader road network planning for the area. The project is expected to support 45 jobs during construction which is vital for keeping our economy rolling as the region continue to progress through economic recovery. Construction is expected to start in early 2021 and be completed in early 2022, weather permitting. The $25.3 million Mooloolaba Access Upgrade is jointly funded, with the Australian Government committing $12 million and the Sunshine Coast Council $13.3 million.
06.01.2022 BREAKING: The lockdown ends at 6pm tonight, but some precautions will remain in Greater Brisbane for 10 days until 1am on Friday, 22 January. You must carry a... mask at all times. Masks must be worn in indoor places including shopping centres and supermarkets, gyms, places of worship, libraries, public transport, and taxis and rideshare vehicles. Masks must be worn in workplaces if social distancing isn’t possible and it’s safe to do so. You don’t need to wear a mask in private vehicles, while outdoors at a safe distance from other people or if you’re outside doing strenuous exercise. Businesses and venues can have one person per 4m indoors and one person per 2m outdoors. Smaller venues up to 200m can have one person per 2m up to a maximum of 50. You must be seated to eat and drink, and no dancing is allowed except at weddings. Gatherings are restricted to 20 people in homes and public spaces. Weddings and funerals can have up to 100 people, and dancing is allowed at weddings without restrictions. Indoor concert venues and theatres can operate at 50% capacity or one person per four square metres, whichever is greater. Outdoor stadiums can operate at 50% capacity with COVID-safe plans. Restrictions on visits to hospitals, aged care, disability accommodation and prisons will remain. See more
05.01.2022 STATE OPPOSITION MEDIA RELEASE Strength and experience in new Shadow Cabinet team LNP Leader David Crisafulli is today announcing his new Shadow Cabinet and brand-new portfolios....Continue reading
05.01.2022 EXTENDED interview Australia Zoo has hosted an exciting celebration for Robert Irwin’s 17th birthday! Robert's birthday is traditionally one of the biggest days on the Australia Zoo calendar, and this year, will celebrate Robert's love for wildlife and wild places.... Highlight was the official unveiling of a spectacular new diprotodon sculpture. (Each year there's a new sculpture.) Along with the celebration day details and the unveiling of the new sculpture, Robert opens up about learning to drive, photography, life at the Zoo and the impact of Covid on the Zoo and continuing dad Steve's legacy. .... but let Robert and proud Mum Terri tell you in their own words.
05.01.2022 Full time Melbourne Storm 30 to 10 over the Canberra Raiders and into the Grand Final !
04.01.2022 The action at Sunshine Plaza has soared to new heights with today’s announcement that Australia’s largest high ropes course, Next Level - High Ropes Adventure Park, will open its zip lines to the public at 9am on Friday 27 November. The adventure park is Melbourne-based, TreeTops Adventure Group’s, first Queensland location following the success of 13 other parks across Australia, and forms part of Sunshine Plaza’s vision to create a world-class dining, shopping and now adven...Continue reading
04.01.2022 Australia’s largest high ropes course - Next Level - High Ropes Adventure Park will be officially opened to the sounds of whizzing zip lines over Cornmeal Creek at Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore this morning. The $3-million investment by Melbourne-based TreeTops Adventure Group boasts seven circuits across four levels of difficulty, including 145 aerial obstacles connected by 16 zip lines. TreeTops Adventure Group CEO Nicolas Dansin said the team at the park which is the ...Continue reading
03.01.2022 Police received three reports of stolen number plates overnight (October 15-16). Crimes of this nature are of great concern to the community, as stolen number plates are often used by offenders in attempts to make their identification more difficult while committing further offences. This year, there have been 339 number plate thefts reported in the Sunshine Coast Police District, with 16 of those incidents occurring in October.... Sunshine Coast Police urge all vehicle owners to secure their number plates with one-way screws which cannot be removed with conventional tools. The removal tools are only available at local police stations and are restricted for sale. One-way screws are available for purchase from leading auto retailers, or you can drop into your local police station for further information to prevent number plate theft. For a limited time, some local stations throughout the district have supplied of these one-way screws that will be distributed to the local community for free. Owners are encouraged to regularly check their number plates and report any thefts to police immediately. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
02.01.2022 Free Holiday Buses to hit Noosa roads this Christmas Noosa Council’s full suite of Go Noosa Free Holiday Buses will be back for Christmas following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in Queensland. Subject to TransLink approval, travel will be free on TransLink services 626, 627, 628, 629 and 632 from December 12 to January 26....Continue reading
02.01.2022 Today police are conducting a good order operation in Nambour CBD. The operation will target anti-social behaviour whilst also providing support to vulnerable members of the community and connecting them with local services. For more on this story visit: https://viewnews.com.au/greater-police-presence-aims-to-det
02.01.2022 Important update on COVID-19 in Queensland
02.01.2022 " " ? Every year hundreds of animals are reported as being abandoned during school holidays. While some of them actually had been abandoned others actually had someone assigned to care for them. The problem is that the animals’ owners often neglect to notify neighbours and these neighbours report the matter to us, said RSPCA Qld spokesperson Michael Beatty. I would urge anyone who leaves their pets in the care of family or friends to re...gister with our Home Alone service. The Home Alone service was set up to alleviate the burden on already overworked Inspectors who were continually being called to investigate possible cases of neglect and cruelty during holiday periods. Many people leave pets at home and rely on the goodwill of neighbours and friends to keep them fed, watered and exercised, said Mr Beatty. The problem is that often these friends forget or the animal escapes and we have no one to contact in case of emergencies. With Home Alone people can register their pet on our website and leave the name and contact details of the people taking care of the animal. That way we know whom to contact in case of emergencies. RSPCA QLD investigates over 19,000 complaints of animal cruelty and neglect annually and reports of abandoned animals make up a large number of these complaints. During holiday seasons these types of calls escalate with families leaving pets behind in the care of friends and neighbours. The good intentions of neighbours looking out for the welfare of your pet can often lead to unneeded investigation, continued Mr Beatty. Simply by completing your details on Home Alone when your family is going on holidays you can be reassured that RSPCA Inspectors will contact you or your animals’ nominated caregiver if a complaint is lodged or the animal ends up at an RSPCA shelter. However the sad fact remains that some animals have been abandoned. Your pet is your responsibility. A pet is for life, not just your convenience. Animal abandonment is an offence. You can register your details by either calling the call centre on 3426 9999 or following the link http://www.rspcaqld.org.au//care-for-an/home-alone-service
02.01.2022 Can you help police identify these people? Sunshine Coast Police are appealing for your assistance in relation to a number of recent offences throughout the Sunshine Coast. Police believe those pictured below may be able to assist with investigations in relation to varying alleged offences including shop stealing, bicycle theft and stealing.... Please click through to the links below if you believe you may be able to identify those depicted in the CCTV image stills. Note: Do not approach anyone you believe is displayed in these images. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via https://crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
01.01.2022 COVID-19 Update
