24-05-2025
Janel Shorthouse
Although known to be capable swimmers, a potential one-kilometre ocean swim by an echidna has landed it in hospital. 3h ago 3 hours ago Sat 24 May 2025 at 8:48am
Flu infections across the state are already 36 per cent higher than this time last year and health authorities are warning of a tough winter ahead. Thu 22 May Thu 22 May Thu 22 May 2025 at 9:51am
Researchers believe experiences of awe — often triggered by hearing whales rather than just seeing them — can inspire intentions to recycle more, reduce waste and support ocean conservation efforts. Thu 15 May Thu 15 May Thu 15 May 2025 at 1:11am
The world's best bodysurfers flocked to the Sunshine Coast to push the limits of the sport. Among them was Australian Olympic legend Susie O'Neill. Fri 9 May Fri 9 May Fri 9 May 2025 at 5:35am
A community environment group has found wildlife on an isolated section of land cut off from Bribie Island and fears coastal erosion will destroy its habitat. Wed 30 Apr Wed 30 Apr Wed 30 Apr 2025 at 3:55am
Former Australian Test cricketer and television host Michael Slater has been sentenced to four years in prison yet has walked free after already serving more than a year in custody. Tue 22 Apr Tue 22 Apr Tue 22 Apr 2025 at 8:44am
Tewantin man Bradley Donald Towle, 41, allegedly behind Monday's fatal crash and a string of carjackings, has been charged with 15 offences. He will appear in court on Wednesday. Tue 22 Apr Tue 22 Apr Tue 22 Apr 2025 at 4:32am
The LNP repeatedly promised to have trains running directly to Maroochydore by the 2032 Olympics but the rail line will now end about 13 kilometres away. Tue 25 Mar Tue 25 Mar Tue 25 Mar 2025 at 8:16pm
With Cyclone Alfred approaching, the Mooloolaba Triathlon has been cancelled after the council revoked its permit. Tue 4 Mar Tue 4 Mar Tue 4 Mar 2025 at 4:31am
Despite raising over $100,000 per bus, some communities are still waiting for Sleepbuses to become operational, leading to fears about the project's future. Wed 27 Nov Wed 27 Nov Wed 27 Nov 2024 at 9:57pm
The Freeman siblings escaped the blaze with just the clothes they were wearing after feeling the heat and smelling smoke from the cabin next door. Tue 12 Nov Tue 12 Nov Tue 12 Nov 2024 at 5:51am
In 2020, Labor turned two long-held blue seats red in the state's south east. Caloundra and Nicklin are again setting the scene for another knife-edge battle, which could determine who will hold government. Thu 24 Oct Thu 24 Oct Thu 24 Oct 2024 at 4:42am
Girls as young as 14 are considering diets and cosmetic procedures after bouts of cyberbullying, researchers say. Sun 29 Sep Sun 29 Sep Sun 29 Sep 2024 at 1:37am
Rangers say dingoes were loitering near a large family group fishing off the beach moments before a girl was attacked by a male dog on K'gari. Sat 17 Aug Sat 17 Aug Sat 17 Aug 2024 at 9:47pm
In preparation for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, organisers of the Sunshine Coast Marathon at Mooloolaba are aiming to double the number of entrants to 25,000, in a move that would see the course shift location. Fri 16 Aug Fri 16 Aug Fri 16 Aug 2024 at 10:43pm
A Queensland charity has overcome a major setback after its trailer was stolen along with thousands of dollars' worth of clothing and sleeping bags, just hours before they were due to be donated to homeless people. Mon 29 Jul Mon 29 Jul Mon 29 Jul 2024 at 6:49am
Renowned for its multi-million-dollar wedding industry, Queensland's Sunshine Coast hinterland hopes to add stargazing to its tourism drawcard. Sun 9 Jun Sun 9 Jun Sun 9 Jun 2024 at 5:29am
The owners of a pet cat shot with an air rifle urge others to speak up about animal cruelty so perpetrators can be brought to justice. Wed 29 May Wed 29 May Wed 29 May 2024 at 7:39am
The Federal Court grants an extension so the airline can try and avoid liquidation, meaning employees will remain stood down without pay and unable to accept other work for a further two months. Mon 27 May Mon 27 May Mon 27 May 2024 at 1:55am
A drone with beefed up surveillance that can fly higher, further and faster than previous models is deployed to help protect the reef from outlaw anglers. Mon 15 Apr Mon 15 Apr Mon 15 Apr 2024 at 11:52pm
The use and sale of a popular style of yabby net that a conservationist says regularly traps other wildlife could be banned, which would bring Queensland into line with other states. Fri 5 Apr Fri 5 Apr Fri 5 Apr 2024 at 1:07am
Campers across south-east Queensland are not letting the threat of sodden days dampen their spirits ahead of the Easter long weekend. Thu 28 Mar Thu 28 Mar Thu 28 Mar 2024 at 12:22am
Peter Lang, who was a prominent radio host on the Sunshine Coast, has been found guilty of charges including carnal knowledge of a girl under 16. Wed 13 Mar Wed 13 Mar Wed 13 Mar 2024 at 6:28am
The iconic Noosa hinterland mountain race has been axed following a dispute between the organisers and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. Sun 10 Mar Sun 10 Mar Sun 10 Mar 2024 at 3:21am
A marine scientist says her experience on an old research vessel with women from around the world has brought home the need for greater focus on conservation and female leadership.
Wed 6 Mar Wed 6 Mar Wed 6 Mar 2024 at 1:40am
